Music video content stirs controversy

Many music videos (MVs) speak back-slang or use euphemisms, implying sexual behaviors. Others are offensive due to the artists’ own perspectives.

Phishing attacks still occurring at same rate

There are many reasons why cyberattacks, especially phishing, continue. One of them is poor awareness of users about information security.

The ‘war’ among publishing houses

The National Assembly Standing Committee on October 10 discussed a draft report summarizing voters’ opinions and proposals to the National Assembly fourth session.

Foreign institutions raise expected GDP growth rate for Vietnam

The International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World Bank (WB) and other domestic and international institutions have predicted high gross domestic product (GDP) growth rates for Vietnam and low growth rates for other Asian economies.

VN Central Bank appoints new chairman of SCB

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) decided to appoint Mr. Vu Anh Duc as Chairman of the Board of Saigon Joint Stock Commercial Bank (SCB), starting on October 14, 2022.

Vietnam places fourth at Miss Globe 2022

Vietnam's Lam Thu Hong placed fourth runner-up and won the “Best National Costume '' title at the Miss Globe 2022 which ended in Albania on October 15 (local time).

Sweet as coconut candies

Coconut candies are not just helping locals earn an income but are also introducing Ben Tre’s cuisine to the world.

The adventure of billionaires

In the past 10 years, multiple successful businesspeople have invested big in agriculture. Many have left while others have persistently stayed in the game.

Yen Bai lures tourists with 60-year-old bamboo forest

Pung Luong bamboo forest, also known as the Na Hang Tua Chu bamboo forest, with several bamboo trees standing straight, resembles a scene in a martial art movie.

Inflation bites

Dropping global consumption is a challenge for various industries in Vietnam and local businesses might lay off staff or scale down operations.

Canadian and Belgian win Vietnam Jungle Marathon

Jeff Campbell from Canada and Vanja Cnops from Belgium won the 70km category of the VN Jungle Marathon (VJM) held in Pu Luong Nature Reserve in Thanh Hoa Province on Saturday.

Standard Chartered raises Vietnam’s 2022 GDP growth forecast to 7.5%

Standard Chartered Bank has raised its Vietnam GDP growth forecast for 2022 to 7.5% from the previous 6.7% and for 2023 to 7.2% from 7.0% to reflect robust Q3 growth of 13.7% year-on-year.

Vietnamese composer's works performed at int’l guitar competition in Berlin

Works by Vietnamese professor and guitarist Dang Ngoc Long were among the required performances at the International Guitar Competition and Festival Berlin 2022 which wrapped up on October 15.

Singaporean President begins State visit to Vietnam

Singaporean President Halimah Yacob and her spouse began a State visit to Vietnam on October 16 at the invitation of President Nguyen Xuan Phuc.

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Vietnamese merchant fleet to handle 20% of imports & exports by 2030

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Vietnam wins many prestigious tourism awards

Only in Vietnam: 90-year old guava tree can ‘laugh’

The 90-year-old guava tree in Thanh Hoa attracts travelers from everywhere as it has a strange energy: if someone scratches the root or the trunk, the foliage will vibrate as if it is laughing.

Woman who creates artworks from leaves is recognized by state

Thanks to her creative efforts, Quan Thi Cuc has received the National Craftsman title for creating artistic hand-embroidered works, preserving traditional cultural values.

Ministry proposes allowing Vietnamese to enter casinos until end of 2024

Vietnamese would be allowed to go to Phu Quoc Casino under a pilot program until the end of 2024 instead of this year-end if a proposal by the Ministry of Finance (MOF) is approved.

A touch of time in Hanoi ancient houses

Ancient pieces of furniture are still much sought after for home decoration in Hanoi.

David Evans paintings: A dream wrapped in words called myth

David Evans is an American painter. He paints Vietnam from stories of historical figures or myths and legends.

Businesses struggling to get new export orders

Businesses are struggling to get new export orders although, since the beginning of the year, export turnover has reached US$288 billion, up 17.3 percent compared to this time last year.

Basket boats and woven mats

Phu Yen is a coastal province in the central region of Vietnam famous for fishing, and the farmers here make basket boats, a.k.a. bamboo boats or coracles, for themselves to go offshore.

Vietnam’s e-commerce market to reach US$40 bln by 2027

Vietnam’s e-commerce market is predicted to record the growth of 28 percent, the highest rate among Southeast Asian nations, and reach US$40 billion by 2027.

Five urban railway projects in Hanoi, HCMC behind schedule

Five out of six urban railway projects in Hanoi and HCMC are lagging behind schedule.