From dating app to Islamic wedding: A Hanoi woman’s journey to love

Their story began with a chance encounter on a dating app and grew into a love that overcame cultural and religious differences.

iPhone 18 may launch later but leap ahead in performance with 2nm chip

Apple could delay the iPhone 18 launch to early 2027, introducing major upgrades including a next-gen 2nm chip and a boost in memory.

PM Pham Minh Chinh: Macroeconomic leadership must match words with action

To ensure Vietnam’s economic momentum continues, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh called on ministries to act swiftly and synchronously in implementing fiscal and monetary policies.

Coach Kim Sang Sik signals promotion for U23 stars to senior squad

Coach Kim Sang Sik has confirmed that several standout players from Vietnam’s U23 squad will be promoted to the senior national team ahead of their upcoming match against Malaysia on March 31.

Vietnam's billionaires see sharp losses as VN-Index retreats from 1,900 peak

Vietnam’s stock market came under significant correction pressure following its historic surge past 1,900 points, with key blue-chip stocks reversing course and triggering a rapid drop in billionaire wealth.

HCMC entrusts Thaco with feasibility study for Ben Thanh–Thu Thiem metro

Ho Chi Minh City has authorized Thaco to conduct a feasibility study on a vital metro segment linking downtown and Thu Thiem within four months.

Who owns the curb? Vietnam’s parking disputes expose an urban policy vacuum

As cars flood Vietnam’s streets, parking in front of private homes has sparked outrage and conflict. Behind these tense standoffs lies a deeper urban governance challenge.

Foldable smartphones: Gimmick, game changer, or just a stepping stone?

Foldable smartphones occupy a curious place in the tech world - fascinating, flashy, full of potential - yet still struggling to win over the mainstream.

The youngest faces in Party Central Committee’s 14th term revealed

Among the 200 members of the 14th Party Central Committee, 87 are first-time appointees - including 71 full members and 16 alternates - with several notable faces born in the 1980s.

Vietnam U23 stars: Who will earn a call-up to the senior team?

Vietnam’s U23 squad left a strong impression at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup. But after the thrilling campaign in Saudi Arabia, the question remains: how many of these players will make it to the national team under coach Kim Sang Sik?

Resolution 57 and 68: A twin engine driving private sector breakthroughs

A strategic shift in institutional frameworks is enabling Vietnamese firms to own technology, boost productivity, and assert themselves internationally.

Learner Tien stuns Medvedev, makes historic Grand Slam quarterfinal

At just 20, Learner Tien defeats Daniil Medvedev in straight sets at the Australian Open 2026, marking a defining moment for American tennis.

A bumper Tet harvest: Flower farmers in Quang Ninh earn over $20,000

High-quality blooms and strong market demand are helping flower growers in Quang Ninh enjoy a profitable Tet season.

Party General Secretary chairs official welcome ceremony for top Lao leader

This trip reflects the highest level of political trust, the special bond and close coordination between the two Parties and the two countries.

A humble kitchen in Can Tho that fed generations of students

For decades, a nameless eatery in Can Tho served up more than food - it served care, credit, and compassion to students far from home.

The unusual Tet job that pays millions: Walking backward to catch sea snails

In Da Nang, the unusual job of catching sea snails - by walking backward - peaks just before Tet, offering high earnings and high risks.

Vietnam’s earliest university hopefuls face new evaluation challenge

Although the national high school graduation exam is still six months away, nearly 17,000 students have already taken their first major step toward university admissions.

Vietnam’s Tet scallion capital enters bustling harvest season

In Thang Binh, Da Nang, scallions are being harvested in full swing, with prices stable and demand strong as Tet approaches.

13th ASEAN Para Games: Golden final day for Vietnam’s para athletes

Vietnam’s para sports delegation at the 13th ASEAN Para Games capped off a golden final day on January 25, delivering a series of standout performances and claiming 13 gold medals across swimming, athletics and chess.

Top Lao leader arrives in Hanoi, beginning state visit to Vietnam

General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party and President of Laos Thongloun Sisoulith and his spouse Naly Sisoulith arrived in Hanoi on January 26 morning, beginning a two-day state visit to Vietnam.

Apple’s iOS 26.4: A bold step into AI and real-world utility

While iOS 26.3 is shaping up to be a modest update, iOS 26.4 is expected to make a significantly larger impact on the iPhone operating system roadmap.

Fire rips through residential area in Ho Chi Minh City, homes destroyed

In the early hours of January 26, a major fire broke out in Binh Dong Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, engulfing a row of residential homes in flames and triggering chaos across the neighborhood.

Vietnam’s property market in 2026: Healthcare and senior living poised to rise

Experts say Vietnam’s real estate prices are unlikely to surge in 2026 as supply is expected to rise sharply. The market will become increasingly selective, with capital shifting toward segments that meet real housing needs.

Reality-inspired film with Tran Thanh takes top spot after debut

The new film Running Man Vietnam Season 3: The Puppet of Freedom, starring Tran Thanh, Ninh Duong Lan Ngoc, Lien Binh Phat, Anh Tu Atus, Quang Trung, and Quang Tuan, has quickly taken the crown at the Vietnamese box office.

Vietnam Tech 2025: a big leap in global mastery and innovation

Praising the effective deployment of 5G technology in Vietnam, chair of the Vietnam Internet Network Association Vu Hoang Lien stressed that 5G is the necessary condition to promote digital transformation.