After earning 3 university degrees, man decides to grow mushrooms in hometown

Nguyen Tien Dat returned to his hometown in early 2024 to start a business with a high-tech Black Termitomyces Heim (Xerula radicata) farming model, generating revenue of tens of millions of Vietnamese dong per month.

Da Nang sets sights on global top 50 smart cities by 2029

With science and innovation as core growth drivers, Da Nang aims to rank among the world’s top 50 smart cities within three years.

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Plus exposed with underwhelming battery specs

Leaks reveal Samsung’s latest flagship retains the same battery capacity as its predecessor, leaving users unimpressed.

Vietnam launches national center to boost chip prototyping capacity

The Ministry of Science and Technology has announced the establishment of the National Center for Supporting Semiconductor Chip Trial Production. The decision outlines the center's functions, duties, authority, and organizational structure.

Asset declarations required for officials as values rise beyond $40,000

From July 1, Vietnamese public officials will be required to submit supplemental asset declarations if their annual asset or income increases exceed 1 billion VND (approximately USD 40,000), according to new amendments to the Law on Anti-Corruption.

Thu Ngan to represent Vietnam at Miss Intercontinental 2025

The first runner-up of Miss Grand Vietnam 2025, Thu Ngan, officially receives her sash to compete at Miss Intercontinental 2025 in Egypt.

General Le Van Dung passes away, state funeral set for January 14

The Vietnamese Party and State have announced national mourning for General Le Van Dung, a leader of exemplary dedication and integrity.

Hanoi-born contestant crowned Miss Tourism Vietnam 2026

Nguyen Phuong Linh, a 26-year-old from Hanoi, was crowned Miss Tourism Vietnam 2026 during the pageant's grand finale on the evening of January 10 in Sa Pa.

‘Red Rain’ sweeps 2025 Blue Star Awards with six major wins

The war epic directed by Dang Thai Huyen claimed Best Picture, Best Director, and four other honors, dominating Vietnam’s prestigious cinema awards night.

A Thai ethnic fighter wins Asian MMA title in just 51 seconds

With sharp technique and sheer power, Vietnam’s “queen of knockouts” took down Iran’s Mobina in the first round to become the Asian champion.

AFC tips Nguyen Thai Son to play pivotal role for Vietnam U23 at Asian finals

Ahead of their decisive group-stage clash with hosts Saudi Arabia, the Asian Football Confederation has singled out midfielder Nguyen Thai Son as a player capable of shaping Vietnam U23’s fate at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup.

Resolution 79: State economy to lead growth

Vietnam’s state economy is expected to play a stronger leading role in driving growth and guiding the country’s green transition under a newly issued Politburo resolution, according to an economic expert.

Congratulations to Vietnamese researcher in Australia

Associate Professor Nguyen Thanh Vinh of the University of New South Wales was honoured by The Australian as Australia’s most influential researcher in the field of organic chemistry.

Military court imposes prison terms on defendants in Khanh Hoa land case

The case revolved around the handling of the 238-ha former Nha Trang Airport site, a prime coastal plot along Tran Phu street previously managed by the Air Force Officers’ College.

Vietnam eyes Israel as promising rice market under free trade deal

The Vietnam - Israel Free Trade Agreement (VIFTA), which took effect in late 2024, is poised to provide a fresh boost to agricultural exports, with rice at the forefront.

Yoshine Music Festival 2026 to nurture, honour young Vietnamese musical talents

A representative of the Yoshine Melody Institute said that the event is not merely a competition, but a long-term music education journey, organised in a systematic and transparent manner, with academic standards and human values at its core.

Retail market expands sharply, sustainability challenges persist

Vietnam's retail goods and services market has recorded strong growth in recent years, but development has yet to become truly sustainable, experts have said.

Capital sources expanded for sustainable growth

According to the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV), by the end of November 2025, outstanding green credit was estimated at around 750 trillion VND (28.55 billion USD), with an average growth rate exceeding that of overall credit in the economy.

Vietjet shifts domestic check-in at Tan Son Nhat from January 13

From January 13, 2026, all Vietjet domestic flights will conduct check-in procedures at Hall A of Terminal T1 at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City.

VN Red Cross allocates nearly VND5.2tril. for humanitarian activities in 2025

Major movements, such as the Humanitarian Tet, the Humanitarian Month, and the campaign “each organisation, each individual linked to a humanitarian address,” continued to affirm the VRCS’s role as a connecter of social resources.

VASEP forecasts pangasius exports to hit 2.3 billion USD this year

VASEP forecasts that pangasius export turnover could reach around 2.3 billion USD in 2026, supported by tightening global whitefish supplies and improving demand in several key markets.

Making breakthroughs via policies for older persons

The Politburo’s Resolution No. 72-NQ/TW on groundbreaking solutions to strengthen the protection, care and improvement of public health sets the target of raising average life expectancy to 75.5 years by 2030.

NA Standing Committee to convene 53rd session on January 12

The 53rd session of the National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee is scheduled to take place in Hanoi on the morning of January 12.

Vietnam exports over 8 million tonnes of rice, earning 4.1 billion USD in 2025

Vietnam exported more than 8.06 million tonnes of rice in 2025, earning over 4.1 billion USD, according to the latest statistics from the Department of Customs.

Cemetery gold rush: Why prime burial plots fetch record prices in Hanoi

Despite relatively high prices ranging from VND15–25 million per sqm, burial land and cemetery plots in suburban areas and provinces surrounding Hanoi are continuing to attract buyers.