Korean boy band Tempest set to thrill fans in Ho Chi Minh City

On June 13, the Korean band Tempest met with the Vietnamese media to discuss their upcoming concert and the hurdles faced in bringing their performance to Vietnam.

Four Vietnamese universities attain international quality accreditation

On June 14, in Da Nang City, four prestigious Vietnamese universities were awarded international accreditation certificates by the High Council for Evaluation of Research and Higher Education (HCERES) of the French Republic.

Urgent measures implemented as pests attack agricultural crops in 11 provinces

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has issued urgent directives to 11 provinces in Vietnam to combat a large-scale pest invasion threatening agricultural crops.

Vietnam puts forward 1st candidate for International Law of the Sea tribunal

Associate Professor Dr. Nguyen Thi Lan Anh, Director of the East Sea Institute at the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, is running for the 2026-2035 term.

Vietnam announces VND7.6 million average monthly wage for workers in Q1/2024

The average monthly income of workers in Vietnam has risen to 7.6 million VND in the first quarter of 2024, an increase of 301,000 VND from the fourth quarter of 2023 and 549,000 VND compared to the same period last year.

The staff who heal street children of their trauma

“We organize meetings every month to guide and practice life skills with children, such as how to avoid sexual abuse and labor exploitation,” said Tran Duy Hoa from Planète Enfants & Développement Vietnam (PE&D).

Hanoi woman is famous for her 'invisible mending' skills

Once an apprentice to her mother in law, who was a master of the art of doing invisible mending, Nguyen Thi Hong, 73, has become famous not only among Vietnamese but foreigners as well.

Transnational drug trafficking ring busted in Nghe An: 20kg of drugs seized

Today (June 14), Nghe An Police Agency announced the successful dismantling of a transnational drug trafficking ring, resulting in the arrest of two suspects and the seizure of 20kg of illicit substances.

Hail appears in Ho Chi Minh City amid afternoon storm

This afternoon (June 14), Ho Chi Minh City experienced an unusual weather event as hailstones fell in several central districts following heavy rain and strong winds.

Thousands of trucks exposed to sun and rain remain unsold in Thanh Hoa

Thousands of inventoried trucks belonging to the VEAM (Vietnam Engine And Agricultural Machinery Corporation) automobile factory remain unsold, though the starting price is lower than the cost price.

Vietnam to prepare for military parades on major holidays

Vietnam will hold military parades and marches on important upcoming national holidays.

Local man arrested for smuggling $530,000 across the border into Cambodia

A local man has been arrested by An Giang provincial police for smuggling over half a million US dollars into Cambodia.

Ngoc Khanh Lake pedestrian street to open in October

It will also provide a perfect place for residents and tourists to relax and have fun.

Mekong Delta needs huge funds to combat erosion

Mekong Delta provinces are seeking trillions of Vietnam dong for projects aimed at mitigating damage caused by severe river and coastal erosion.

2 foreigners wanted for illegal $4.5b overseas money transfers for Truong My Lan

Two foreigners are wanted by authorities for their alleged involvement in illegal cross-border transfers of US$4.5 billion related to Van Thinh Phat group and its chairwoman, Truong My Lan.

Hanoi market accepts new level of apartment price

Customers accept new levels of apartment prices in Hanoi after surging in the past months.

Vietnam facilitates the establishment of free trade zones

The Government will consider allowing all localities in the country to develop free trade zones if they meet the necessary conditions and standards, Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chí Dung said.

French conductor/pianist to host concert tour in VN

French conductor and pianist David Greilsammer will host a concert tour across Vietnam, starting in HCM City on June 18.

Italy and the US to light up the stage at the Da Nang fireworks festival

Fireworks teams from the US and Italy have moved to launch areas on the Hàn River banks for a second night’s performance of  the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival 2024 (DIFF).

Jujistu master Sơn to debut in national LION Championship

SEA Games champion Dao Hong Son will make his debut in the mixed martial arts pro competition at the LION Championship 14 on June 15 in HCM City.

North Vietnam braces for heavy rain: Frequency and impact analysis

Northern Vietnam is set to experience heavy rain starting tonight (June 14) and continuing through June 16, according to meteorological forecasts.

MIC advocates for intellectual property and copyright compliance in journalism

In a recent address, Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Thanh Lam underscored the necessity for compliance with intellectual property and copyright laws when utilizing creative press content.

Hanoians queue from 4am for coffee

Customers line up outside a popular coffee shop in Hanoi before dawn, eager for their early morning coffee fix.

Vietnam among top favorite destinations in Asia

According to the US financial website Insider Monkey, Vietnam has secured the 13th spot on the list of the 20 most favorite destinations in Asia.

8-year-old Thieu Vy wins Future Fashion Face World Kids 2024

Vietnamese child model shines in Türkiye with multiple awards.