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From zero to language proficiency, Sa Pa girl changes her life thanks to English

Having no prior knowledge of English, Sung Thi Dinh never thought a foreign language could change her life. After just a few years, she has built her own business and created jobs for many people in her village.

Urban youth earns VND40 mil/month, saves under VND100 mil in 6 years

Many urban Vietnamese youth earn high salaries reaching VND40-50 million monthly but struggle to accumulate assets due to "lifestyle inflation."

6G ambition and the approaches to 6G technology

HCMC aims to pilot 6G in 2026, leapfrogging global timelines. While experts warn of technical "impossibility" due to lack of gear, Vietnam’s strategy focuses on frequency allocation, standards, and core tech to avoid being a passive importer.

Vietnam’s billionaire heirs step into the spotlight

The heirs of Vietnam’s dollar billionaires are no longer operating in the shadows.

When unsafe food enters school kitchens

A serious food safety breach has shaken parents’ confidence, raising urgent questions about oversight in school meal systems.

From London and Canada to a new life in Vietnam

A British-Canadian couple planned a one-year stay in Vietnam but chose to remain after discovering a life filled with joy and connection.

Two sisters marry into the same family, bound by fate and love

A story from Hai Phong reveals how two sisters found themselves not just as siblings, but as sisters-in-law, building a life side by side within one extended family.

Couple in their 90s in Hung Yen celebrate 70 years together

Behind the 70-year anniversary celebration of a couple in their 90s in Hung Yen lies a beautiful childhood romance and a rare golden marriage.

Vietnam reins in fuel price volatility, shields economy from shock

Flexible and timely policy measures have helped Vietnam keep domestic fuel prices under control, easing cost pressures on businesses and preventing a broader price shock across the economy.

Growth must begin from within, not just aim higher

Growth in the coming period is no longer just about setting ambitious targets. It is about how those targets are pursued - through disciplined, consistent and effective implementation of development principles.

Thanh Hoa student wins US scholarship worth over US$444,000

A Grade 12 student from Thanh Hoa has earned a full scholarship worth US$444,000 to study at Wesleyan University, one of the leading liberal arts colleges in the United States.

Young people trapped in the quiet fear of an unremarkable life

In the pursuit of a “meaningful life”, many are losing balance and health.

Fuel shocks reshape daily life as Vietnam adapts from the ground up

Rising fuel prices are no longer just an economic headline. They are quietly reshaping how people move, work and live - one decision at a time.

VND8 trillion fuel stabilisation fund cushions economic shock

“Another two price hikes and we may have to reprint everything,” a transport business owner in Hanoi texted, attaching a photo of a freshly printed fare sheet.

Religious resources emerge as a strategic pillar of national unity

New policies aim to unlock the full potential of religious engagement in society.

Vietnamese cultural values preserved and promoted in the digital age

Throughout the development journey of any nation, culture always forms the spiritual bedrock of society. It nurtures values, shapes ways of life, and helps form the character of each individual.

One vulgar remark is enough to destabilize a celebrity's entire career

Many Vietnamese artists, including musician Minh Khang, singer Le Quyen, Meritorious Artist Duc Hai, and singer Duy Manh, have faced severe public backlash due to vulgar statements, leading to serious consequences to their images and careers.

Ha Tinh man earns VND6 billion a year from a new eel farming model

Leaving behind a stable business job, a young man has built a profitable venture with a high-density mud-free eel farming model, generating more than VND6.6 billion in annual revenue and winning the 2025 Luong Dinh Cua Award.

Rethinking local government: Beyond structure to governance

A shift in thinking from organizational restructuring to governance reform is emerging as a central theme in Vietnam’s next phase of development.

How Vietnam kept its fuel lifeline steady during global shocks

Amid rapid response measures, proactive solutions and flexible policymaking, Vietnam has managed to secure its fuel supply, effectively addressing disruptions and maintaining the continuity of economic activities.