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Man spends 30 years providing free burials for the poor

In Ho Chi Minh City, one man has quietly supported the elderly and disadvantaged, ensuring dignity in their final moments.

From chemistry prodigy to AI doctoral researcher in Switzerland

Once unsure of his path, Nguyen Nguyen Xuan Vu found his calling at the intersection of chemistry and artificial intelligence.

At 72, a Ta Oi woman returns to school to learn to read

In a remote village in Quang Tri, a grandmother begins her journey with letters, driven by a quiet determination to change her life.

Wealth transferred, power withheld in Vietnam’s business dynasties

The next generation of Vietnam’s richest families is emerging with vast assets, raising questions about how much real power has truly been handed over.

Vietnam explores viable path to 90-day fuel reserves

Experts propose mobilizing private sector resources to help Vietnam achieve a strategic 90-day fuel reserve target.

A British photographer’s 30-year journey reconnecting with Vietnam

Andy Soloman, a British photographer, has spent the years from 2022 to 2025 traveling across Vietnam in search of people he once photographed more than three decades ago.

HUST student secures top spot in 5 major examinations

Having been a three-time valedictorian in provincial-level excellent student exams during high school, Vu Viet Tien continues to impress by topping the first rounds of both the competency assessment and thinking assessment exams.

A journey of transformation leads to full scholarship in the US

Beyond academic achievements, Nguyen Minh Nhat Van’s story is one of personal growth and the pursuit of meaningful impact.

Middle East conflict disrupts trade routes, freight rates jump 500%

Rising tensions in the Middle East are disrupting sea routes, forcing businesses to rethink logistics and absorb soaring costs.

A forest wedding in Da Lat redefines modern Vietnamese romance

A young couple chose pine woods over banquet halls, creating an intimate celebration filled with art, nature and personal meaning.

Vietnam’s rare langur habitat makes a global case

Authorities in Ninh Binh are completing a scientific dossier to submit to UNESCO, seeking World Heritage status for the Van Long - Kim Bang - Tam Chuc white-rumped langur cultural and ecological landscape.

A Ca Dong youth brings his homeland to life through food

After an unexpected turn in life, Dinh Van Kien returns to his roots, preserving culture through food and community.

Hanoi’s pickup debate reveals deeper challenges in policymaking

A recent proposal by Hanoi’s Department of Construction and city police to allow pickup trucks to circulate like passenger cars has reopened a policy debate that is far larger than traffic management.

Institutional reform serves as the central engine for double-digit growth

Double-digit growth is only feasible when institutional reform becomes the central engine, with procedures substantially cut, officials who dare to act protected, and a legal environment transparent enough for businesses to invest boldly.

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.

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.

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.

When unsafe food enters school kitchens

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

Vietnam’s billionaire heirs step into the spotlight

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