Three Vietnamese destinations among Asia’s top attractions: Tripadvisor

Hoi An Ancient Town in the central city of Da Nang, and the War Remnants Museum and the Cu Chi Tunnels in Ho Chi Minh City have been named among Asia’s top attractions in the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best 2026.

Apple’s new iPhone 18 Pro color steals the spotlight for the wrong reason

Apple’s leaked Dark Cherry finish is turning heads, but the iPhone 18 Pro may struggle to justify an upgrade beyond its striking new look.

Naturalized stars shake up Vietnam squad ahead of ASEAN Cup title defense

Vietnam head coach Kim Sang Sik has injected fresh energy into his latest squad, with three newcomers set to challenge established stars ahead of the team's ASEAN Cup 2026 title defense.

Vietnam Veterans Association elects new leadership for 2026-2031 term

Senior Lieutenant General Be Xuan Truong has been unanimously re-elected chairman of the Vietnam Veterans Association for its eighth term, covering the 2026-2031 period.

Hanoi completes land clearance for six Red River bridge projects

Hanoi has completed land clearance for six bridge projects crossing the Red River, while the Tran Hung Dao Bridge project is undergoing its final procedures before full site handover.

Da Nang film festival attracts leading figures of Asian cinema

DANAFF 2026 unveils an international jury featuring leading figures from Cannes, Berlinale, Sony Pictures and Asian cinema.

Korean heartthrob Ji Chang Wook joins DANAFF IV lineup

South Korean actor Ji Chang Wook has confirmed his attendance at the fourth Da Nang Asian Film Festival, adding star power to one of Vietnam's biggest cinematic events.

Vietnam wins gold and four silvers at European Physics Olympiad 2026

Vietnam's national team competing at the 2026 European Physics Olympiad (EuPhO) delivered an outstanding performance, earning one gold medal and four silver medals.

SCB puts assets from 11 branches up for liquidation

Saigon Commercial Joint Stock Bank (SCB) has announced the liquidation of all assets, work equipment and materials at 11 branches across the country.

Extreme heat and erratic rainfall forecast for late 2026

Vietnam is expected to face hotter-than-average temperatures, intensified heatwaves and increasingly unpredictable storms during the second half of 2026 as El Nino strengthens.

Korean tourists jailed after ketamine found hidden at Tan Son Nhat Airport

Three South Korean tourists were sentenced to 20 years in prison after ketamine was discovered during security screening at Tan Son Nhat Airport.

Historic stone bridge in Hai Phong damaged by theft

Police in Hai Phong are investigating the theft of four stone slabs from the historic Dong Trang bridge, a structure dating back more than 100 years.

Vietnam proposes allowing minors to donate organs after death

Vietnam's Ministry of Health has proposed allowing individuals under the age of 18 to donate their organs, tissues or bodies after death, provided they have written consent from a legal representative or lawful guardian.

Vietnam introduces stronger passenger rights for flight delays

Passengers affected by significant flight disruptions will gain stronger protections under rules taking effect on July 1.

Vietnam moves toward a more enabling approach to media development

Vietnam is shaping a new media development strategy that places greater emphasis on growth, innovation and sustainability alongside regulation in the digital age.

Vietnam's top leader outlines vision for journalism in digital era

General Secretary and State President To Lam met 101 outstanding journalists, emphasizing that criticism must be fair and encouragement must be based on facts.

Vietnam urged to consider opening consulate general in Kazan

A proposal for Vietnam to open a Consulate General in Kazan emerged during Prime Minister Le Minh Hung's meeting with Tatarstan leader Rustam Minnikhanov as both sides explored new avenues for cooperation.

Russia rolls out traditional welcome for Prime Minister Le Minh Hung in Kazan

Russia's Republic of Tatarstan welcomed Prime Minister Le Minh Hung with a traditional bread, salt and sweets ceremony as he began his official visit to Kazan.

How police uncovered large-scale gun manufacturing operations across Vietnam

Recent crackdowns on military-grade weapons trafficking networks have revealed a sophisticated system operating behind the scenes, involving the production, assembly and distribution of firearms and ammunition through covert manufacturing facilities.

For Vietnam's Tay people, the hearth is the soul of the home

The tradition of keeping the hearth fire alive reflects the Tay people's deep respect for ancestors, deities and the rhythms of daily life.

The ‘mobile Windows installer’ era is ending as copyright crackdown continues

With the tightening of copyright enforcement, the profession of "mobile Windows installers" (cai Win dao) has nearly vanished, and many have abandoned the trade in recent years.

How a simple vocational course is empowering women in Ta Xua

In the cloud-covered mountains of Ta Xua, a simple training course is opening new doors for women seeking to strengthen their livelihoods through tourism.

Stakeholders face confusion days before new regulations take effect

With only a few weeks remaining before new land pricing regulations come into force, many localities and valuation firms are still struggling to determine land prices that accurately reflect market conditions.

Gold prices continue to plummet, possibly to VND120 mil/tael

Domestic gold prices continue to fall sharply following the tailspin of the global market, losing tens of millions of VND per tael from their peak.

Shophouse owners in HCM City scramble to find tenants

Many shophouses in HCMC have remained vacant for extended periods despite landlords repeatedly lowering rental rates. High selling prices coupled with weak leasing performance are putting significant pressure on many investors.