Non-communicable diseases account for 80% of deaths in Vietnam

Cardiovascular diseases, cancer, chronic respiratory conditions, and diabetes are the leading causes of death in Vietnam, accounting for 80% of total fatalities.

HCMC’s Metro Line 1: A tour of its unique underground stations

Ho Chi Minh City’s Metro Line 1 features three underground stations - Ben Thanh, Opera House, and Ba Son - each showcasing unique architectural designs and modern facilities.

Boys sustain severe burns following YouTube firework tutorial

Four schoolboys in Quang Binh were hospitalized with severe burns after a homemade fireworks experiment based on YouTube instructions went disastrously wrong.

Puerto Rico crowned Miss Intercontinental 2024, VN shines with third runner-up

The Miss Intercontinental 2024 pageant concluded with a historic win for Puerto Rico and a proud third runner-up placement for Vietnam’s Bui Khanh Linh.

General Secretary meets NVIDIA Chairman to bolster AI collaboration

General Secretary To Lam and NVIDIA Chairman Jensen Huang discussed strategic collaboration to establish Vietnam as a global AI and semiconductor hub.

General Secretary meets global scientists at 2024 VinFuture Awards

General Secretary To Lam welcomed leading international scientists at the VinFuture Awards, celebrating groundbreaking contributions to global challenges.

PM orders ministries to reduce internal units by 15% in streamlining drive

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has mandated the effective implementation of plans to streamline and restructure government agencies, urging ministries to cut internal units by a minimum of 15%.

ASEAN Cup joins FIFA’s official tournament roster

FIFA has officially recognized the ASEAN Cup as an international tournament, elevating Southeast Asia’s top football competition to new heights.

Ninh Thuan nuclear power project to see multi-billion dollar investment

The Ninh Thuan nuclear power project is set to receive billions of dollars in investment as Vietnam renews its ambitions for clean, reliable energy.

Exceptional policies proposed for redundant civil servants in reform

With administrative reform underway, Vietnam prepares a comprehensive policy framework to downsize government operations while maintaining public sector excellence.

Vietnam’s stroke mortality rate exceeds Thailand by 50%

Despite advances in treatment, Vietnam’s stroke mortality rate remains 1.5 times higher than Thailand’s, with gaps in prevention and post-stroke care posing major challenges.

Passenger boat capsizes in Bai Tu Long Bay; one body recovered, one missing

Strong waves caused a passenger boat to sink in Bai Tu Long Bay early on December 7. Rescue teams have recovered one victim, while efforts continue to locate the second.

Australian travelers fall in love with Thanh Hoa’s grilled fermented pork

Exploring Thanh Hoa’s culinary treasures, Australian travelers Dion and Kim found nem nuong to be a standout dish, exceeding their expectations with its rich, smoky taste.

MOET tightens university early enrollment numbers by considering school reports

Under a draft circular on university and junior college admission, the number of students admitted under the early enrollment policy must not be higher than 20 percent of a school's total number of students in the same major in the same year.

For nuclear safety, proven technologies must be used: expert

Associate Professor Dr Vuong Huu Tan, former Director of the Vietnam Atomic Energy Institute, talked to VietNamNet about reactor construction technology, fuel sources, and rational nuclear power proportion.

Single mom drives 8-ton truck, earns enough to feed her 3 children

The single mom, Do Thi May, does many things to earn a living, from selling rice balls and trading scrap metal to driving a truck to deliver products.

Famous poet to visit US to call for investment for film about Co Loa Citadel

Chair of the Vietnam Writers Association, Poet Nguyen Quang Thieu, said he plans to seek investment in Hollywood for his film script about the Co Loa Citadel because he cannot think of a Vietnamese director who can make the film, among other reasons.

Vietnam won’t be heavily taxed under Trump administration: analysts

Vietnam was considered the biggest beneficiary in Asia during Trump’s first presidency. Will this be repeated in his second term?

A special meeting 14 years after organ transplant operation

Tran Ngoc Thanh, who received a liver donation from a brain-dead person 14 years ago, recently met the surgeons who carried out the transplant operation.

Where to find Hanoi’s most delicious duck noodle soup

Duck noodle soup (bun ngan) is a culinary favorite in Hanoi. Discover five standout restaurants where this traditional dish shines.

Bac Ninh craftsman sells wooden supercars to U.S. Museum

From a passion project inspired by his son, Truong Van Dao has crafted over 20 wooden supercars, including three headed to a U.S. museum.

Tastier than chicken? field mouse meat becomes popular snack in Hai Phong

A surprising delicacy in Hai Phong, field mouse meat is prized for its tender, flavorful texture and is even enjoyed by visitors brave enough to try it.

Streamlining governance: Decentralization urged to reduce ministerial dependency

At a workshop on streamlining governance, experts argued that centralized decision-making undermines Ministerial authority and creates inefficiencies in Vietnam's administration.

Northern Vietnam braces for cold air and widespread rain from December 7

Hanoi and northern Vietnam brace for temperatures as low as 15°C as a cold front intensifies, accompanied by rain and strong winds.

NVIDIA makes bold move in Vietnam with VinBrain acquisition

NVIDIA has acquired VinBrain from Vingroup, marking a strategic step to establish a major AI design hub and bolster Vietnam’s role in global AI innovation.