Legend lives on at Vietnam’s largest and never-drying Ngoc Well

At the foot of Dinh Mountain in Ninh Binh lies Ngoc (Jade) Well - a vast, mystical water source said to never dry up.

Five defining trends of Vietnam’s auto and motorbike industry in 2025

Vietnam’s auto and motorbike industry underwent a remarkable transformation in 2025, driven by policy reform, electrification, and intensified market competition.

Vietnam voices concern about developments in Venezuela

Vietnam expressed concern over the situation in Venezuela and called on all parties to exercise restraint and resolve disputes and differences based on international law.

U23 Vietnam set the tone for a landmark year in national football

U23 Vietnam will usher in what is expected to be an ambitious and high-stakes 2026 for Vietnamese football, with heavy expectations placed on head coach Kim Sang Sik and his squad.

IT remains the highest-paying career amid Vietnam’s economic surge

Despite AI's growing footprint, the IT sector continues to command the highest salaries in Vietnam, according to TopCV's latest hiring report.

Vietnam volleyball opens 2026 with blockbuster transfers

Vietnam’s volleyball transfer market has opened the new year with high-impact moves, drawing widespread attention across the national sports scene.

2025: The year Vietnam’s education system turned a new page

Vietnam waived public school tuition, selected a national textbook, and passed its first-ever Teacher Law in 2025.

From 2025 to 2026: A solid strategic setup for breakthrough moves

If leading a country is like playing chess, then 2025 marked a year of carefully crafting a powerful board position. The question now is how Vietnam will make its strategic moves in 2026 and beyond.

Discover Vietnam’s ‘best tourism villages’ just hours from Hanoi

UNWTO-acclaimed Thai Hai and Quynh Son are easy drives from Hanoi and promise authentic, communal, and unforgettable holiday experiences.

The viral dish lighting up Saigon nights near the cathedral

Every night in Saigon, people line up for a taste of his buttery, spicy dried squid - a street food sensation with a story behind it.

New traffic laws 2026: Emission checks, child safety seats, tighter driver rules

Vietnam is rolling out a new set of traffic laws in 2026, focusing on safety, emissions, and driver responsibilities.

Vietnamese - Mongolian couple's engagement goes viral for blending traditions

A recent engagement ceremony between a young woman from Khanh Hoa and a man from Mongolia has captured the hearts of netizens, thanks to its unique blend of Vietnamese and Mongolian wedding customs.

Vietnam cracks down on fake health products in 2025

A string of counterfeit health and beauty product scandals rocked Vietnam in 2025, exposing widespread deception behind influencer-backed promotions.

Private sector central to Vietnam’s new growth model under Resolution 68

Resolution 68-NQ/TW, issued in 2025 by Vietnam’s Politburo, has placed the private sector in its rightful position within the nation’s development structure.

Wild-grown veggie becomes Saigon’s crunchy delicacy

In southern provinces like Ho Chi Minh City and Dong Nai, a wild-growing vegetable once considered a “poverty food” is making a flavorful comeback as a prized local delicacy.

Beyond the numbers: What 3,000km of highways mean for Vietnam’s future

Vietnam’s rapid expansion of its expressway network, reaching over 3,000km by 2025, marks a historic turning point in national infrastructure development.

Vietnam’s digital transformation law: The state becomes the biggest customer

Vietnam's new Digital Transformation Law defines a legal foundation for nationwide change, with the state as a key investor and customer.

VN's small business tax overhaul kicks off with 18,300 voluntary conversions

Vietnam is entering a new chapter in tax administration as it abolishes the lump-sum tax regime for household businesses.

2025 in VN: The year Gen Z turned the internet into a playground of feelings

From reunions on Google Maps to inviting strangers to weddings, young people defined a bold and heartfelt year online.

Education Ministry defends history textbook, requests police involvement

The Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) has issued an official response to what it describes as misleading and distorted claims about the content of the Grade 5 History-Geography textbook in the “Connecting Knowledge with Life” series.

Blind man’s extraordinary journey beekeeping in Vietnam’s remote mountains

Though he has never seen light and now cares for an ailing wife, Pham Van Hoc, from Son Hong commune in Ha Tinh province, continues to live resiliently in the remote mountains - an inspiring story of rising above fate with extraordinary willpower.

Golden year for Vietnamese football with three regional championships

The year 2025 will be remembered as a landmark in Vietnamese football history, with national teams capturing three regional titles in an emotionally charged and meaningful campaign, showcasing a new level of resilience and regional dominance.

107-year-old craftsman preserves Ba Na traditions in Vietnam’s highlands

A century-old blacksmith from Quang Ngai still strikes iron and mentors youth in Ba Na traditions.

VN sets remittance record of over $16 billion in 2025, says Foreign Minister

In a year of robust international engagement, Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung announced that remittances sent to Vietnam exceeded $16 billion in 2025 - a historic record and vital resource for national development.

Vietnam’s National Assembly breaks records in 2025 with landmark reforms

A breakthrough year for Vietnam’s parliament: 89 laws passed, new national programs launched, and major reforms underway.