This meticulously arranged kitchen is going viral in Vietnam

A modest family kitchen in southern Vietnam has become an unlikely social media sensation after a short video revealed more than 100 pots, pans and dozens of baskets hanging in perfectly aligned rows.

Trek the historic Pavi Stone Road in Vietnam's northwest

More than just a historic route, the Pavi Stone Road is regarded as one of Lai Chau Province's most valuable cultural and landscape treasures.

Ho Chi Minh City eyes dedicated bus lanes after free fare success

After providing free bus travel for one month and attracting approximately 8.5 million passenger trips, HCM City is accelerating the use of technology and studying dedicated bus lanes to shorten travel times and make public transport more attractive.

Vietnam drafts new rules for religious activities in cyberspace

Vietnam is proposing detailed regulations for religious activities in cyberspace, including livestreamed ceremonies and measures to address false or misleading online content.

Why major gym brands are closing locations in Vietnam

A series of club closures by major gym operators signals a turning point for Vietnam's premium fitness market, where changing lifestyles and mounting costs are challenging traditional business models.

Vietnam's Big Four banks hold over half of customer deposits

Customer deposits at 28 Vietnamese banks rose during the first half of 2026, with the Big Four state-owned lenders maintaining a commanding market share.

Hanoi moves toward 'sponge city' model to reduce flooding

Hanoi will gradually introduce the "sponge city" model in new development projects, shifting from a drainage-only approach to one that also retains, absorbs and reuses rainwater as a long-term solution to urban flooding.

Ho Chi Minh City offers up to US$38,500 to attract top talent

Ho Chi Minh City has restarted its talent attraction program, offering monthly incomes of up to US$3,850 and one-time rewards of up to US$38,500 for individuals with outstanding achievements.

Vietnam warned of cyber risks from 'harvest now, decrypt later’ quantum threat

The strategy of "harvesting now, decrypting later" when quantum computers become sufficiently powerful is being considered by many countries, forcing Vietnam to prepare early to avoid unprecedented cybersecurity risks.

High pass rates are not why high school grad exam should be abolished: MOET

High school graduation pass rates hovering above 99 percent for many consecutive years have prompted numerous questions about the necessity of the exam.

More than 10,000 households in northern Vietnam have solar rooftop panels

Solar power has become a booming trend as residents rush to invest in installations. In Northern Vietnam alone, over 10,000 rooftops are now covered with solar panels.

The guardian of ironwood: "I protect this forest as national land"

"I do not guard it for myself, and certainly not to sell." Those are the words of Truong Quoc Do in Kim Phu commune, Quang Tri province, when talking about the ironwood forest he has preserved for the past 33 years.

Two men hold 60-table wedding reception with their families' blessing

With the wholehearted support of their families, two men celebrated their love in traditional wedding ceremonies filled with unforgettable emotional moments.

Student who carried friend to school graduates as doctor

A young Vietnamese man celebrated for carrying his disabled friend to school for 10 years has fulfilled another dream by graduating with a Doctor of Medicine degree.

Why Vietnam is rethinking its development model after 40 years

Vietnam believes the growth model that fueled four decades of success has reached its limits, prompting a broader transformation of its national development strategy.

Nghe An's Bach Ma Temple preserves more than 100 royal decrees

Built during the Le Dynasty, Bach Ma Temple in Nghe An is one of the province's most sacred spiritual sites, preserving more than 100 imperial royal decrees alongside remarkable examples of traditional Vietnamese architecture.

Escaping Cambodian scam dens: "Home at last, I knew I had survived"

Having once thought he had lost his life in the scam dens in Cambodia, A Kun (born 2005, Xo Dang ethnic group), from Dak Na village in Dak Sao commune in Quang Ngai province now has a peaceful life in the village where he was born and raised.

Vietnamese businesses prepare for the next era of cross-border trade

The Gori Global Logistics Summit 2026 brought together logistics specialists, technology leaders and Vietnamese enterprises to explore practical strategies for expanding into global markets.

Korean tourist stunned by Vietnamese fruit seller's fluent Korean

A chance encounter between a South Korean content creator and a Vietnamese fruit seller fluent in Korean has captivated millions online, highlighting the unexpected cultural connections found on the streets of Ho Chi Minh City.

Thai family's homestay helps preserve culture and create jobs

A retired member of Vietnam's Thai ethnic community has transformed his family's traditional stilt house into a thriving homestay, creating jobs while preserving local culture in a northern mountain village.

Vietnamese farmer turns giant water bugs into profitable business

A Ninh Binh farmer is earning a stable income by breeding giant water bugs, an insect prized for its distinctive aroma in Vietnamese cuisine.

Vietnam must look beyond banks for growth capital: experts

The demand of about 38.5 quadrillion VND of investment capital in the 2026-2030 period raises the need to open more new capital mobilization channels, reducing dependence on bank credit.

Older affordable flat sales stall as buyers wait for price cuts

Prices of older apartment units have fallen by 5-15 percent from the end of last year. Even after accepting discounts of hundreds of millions or even billions of dong, homeowners are still struggling to find buyers.

Vietnam to redeploy 11,000 school leaders as teachers

Vietnam expects school mergers and staff redeployment to help reduce localized teacher shortages while improving education management.

Vietnam launches Global AI Experts Network to connect talent worldwide

The Ministry of Science and Technology has launched a worldwide AI network to mobilize Vietnamese expertise across research, business and policymaking.