Abundant opportunities to promote tourism market for retirees

Vietnam boasts great advantages to become a “heaven” for global retirees - a potential customer market expected to bring about a breakthrough for the country's tourism industry.

Tourists find An Giang not just about culture, but also vulture

An Giang, with its abundance of beautiful landscapes and cultural and historical heritage, attracts millions of tourists every year, and is the leading destination in the Mekong Delta.

The art of bonsai: Captivating sanh trees in Vietnam

In Nam Dinh City, the art of bonsai reaches new heights with the stunning creations of the "old man" and "flying fairy gate" sanh (weeping fig) trees.

Businesses call for trade remedies to protect domestic production

Experts believe that Vietnam, like many other countries, needs to apply trade remedies amid the rising protectionism occurring around the world.

From husband to wife: Da Nang man's transition supported by loving family

After eight years of marriage and having two children together, Tien Le decided to transition to live as a woman, fulfilling a lifelong dream. The surgery is scheduled for the end of the year, but everyone already calls Tien Le “sister.”

Seamstress in Long An hasn't slept for over 30 years

The news about a seamstress who has been sleepless over the last 30 years has sparked lively discussions on social networks. Despite insomnia, she is fully conscious, happy and optimistic.

2024 Things Everlasting Concert expected to see breakthroughs

2024 marks the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory, the 70th anniversary of the Liberation of the Capital City, and the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the Vietnam People's Army.

Sticky rice sellers of Phu Thuong: Navigating Hanoi's streets with style

Phu Thuong's sticky rice vendors are transforming the way they bring their traditional dishes to customers.

Discover the "Terraced Waterfall" in Hoa Binh

Nestled in the scenic landscape of Hoa Binh Province, Mu Waterfall is a must-visit destination for those looking to unwind in nature.

Journey of ’exporting’ knowledge by a Gen-Y author

Vo Minh Quan’s wish is to contribute to creating a wave of Vietnamese authors daring to ’package’ and share their knowledge and experiences with global readers, fostering confidence and pride in Vietnamese intellect.

For 37 years, rice shop draws diners from midnight to dawn

For the past 37 years, a broken rice shop has been a nightly haven for locals, artists, and overseas Vietnamese, opening only from midnight to dawn.

UN Women welcomes launch of VN’s first national action plan on WPS

This first action plan is built based on the four pillars of the WPS agenda, namely participation, protection, prevention, and relief and recovery.

Flight-like new trains begin trial run on Saigon - Nha Trang route

The Saigon Railway Transport Joint Stock Company and Jinxin Group (Vietnam) Railway Equipment Development Co., Ltd. launched trial runs of two new luxury trains from Saigon to Nha Trang on August 9.

Strategies needed for shrimp sector to meet export target: insiders

Businesses, farmers, and management authorities need to develop rational strategies in response to market changes to create breakthroughs and achieve the set export revenue target of US$4-4.3 billion for the year, experts have said.

Positive signs for VN's wood exports amidst challenges

Vietnam’s wood industry has recorded positive signs with significant increases in the export of key products despite ongoing global economic uncertainties

Eatery in HCM City with weird name and shocking prices attracts diners

‘Com tam bai rac’ (Landfill broken rice) is a street shop that attracts many diners in HCMC, though its name is decidedly unattractive.

Many controversies surround the draft revised Law on Special Consumption Tax

A workshop to collect expert opinions for the draft of the amended Special Consumption Tax Law and the beverage industry has been held in Hanoi

The strange specialty of An Giang: difficult to spell, wonderful to eat

Tri Ton district in the southern province of An Giang is the home of a special dish - stir-fried beef with yellow ants and chha ca dao leaves.

The attractiveness of old Toyota Crown cars for Vietnamese

Many Vietnamese are still collecting and buying Toyota Crown cars, which are now 20-30 years old.

Exploring Oc Eo: Six national treasures on display in An Giang

The An Giang Museum presents six national treasures from the Oc Eo culture, dating from the 4th to the 6th centuries.

Discovering the unique charms of Tan Phong floating market

The newly restored Tan Phong Floating Market in Tien Giang Province offers a unique glimpse into the vibrant culture and economy of Vietnam's southwestern region.

Cultural fusion and love: The Story of a 22-year Vietnamese-German marriage

Lien often humorously describes her 22-year marriage to her German husband, Anton Ernst, as "the coal seller marrying the lime kiln owner," highlighting their differences. He is fair-skinned with blue eyes, while she has a golden, darker complexion.

Western travelers take train trip to enjoy landscapes on the way

Instead of a 1.5 hour flight, two foreign travelers chose a 17-hour train journey from HCM City in the south to Da Nang in the central region to enjoy see the beautiful landscapes of the country.

Market witnesses a remarkable recovery in the final session of the week

Shares surged on Friday as the rebound of large-cap stocks enabled the VN-Index to recover 15.32 points following the previous session’s decline, with foreign investors halting their four-day net selling streak.

HCM City mulls closer oversight of rental housing to ensure fire safety

The HCM City Department of Construction has proposed new guidelines for leased apartments to improve safety and generally tighten oversight.