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From turning mobile phones into ‘common rice’ to aspiration for digital economy

Nearly 40 years after the first renovation, the information and telecommunications sector is now facing a new revolution

A craft village where artisans say their prayers when working

The products created at a 100-year-old craft village bear a spiritual stamp, so workers and artisans in the craft village say their prayers and pray to Buddha when working.

Vietnam’s tech industry targets $10 billion in global revenue for 2024

Vietnam's digital technology enterprises are realizing their ambitions of global expansion, with international revenues projected to reach $10 billion in 2024. The country is also one of only five nations capable of producing 5G equipment.

Two meetings and a lifetime together: a Belgian man’s journey to love in VN

After three and a half years of long-distance dating and only meeting twice, a Vietnamese woman and a Belgian man have found happiness together, now living a peaceful life in Dak Lak.

China's auto giants challenge Vietnam with premium pricing

Chinese automakers have entered the Vietnamese market with a surprising strategy, introducing vehicles at higher price points rather than competing in the budget segment.

Remembering People's Artist Diep Lang: The enduring legend of cai luong

People's Artist Diep Lang, a shining star of Vietnam's Cai Luong theater, remained deeply nostalgic for his homeland and the stage lights until his final days.

Celebrities embrace livestream book sales, promoting Vietnam’s reading culture

Celebrities such as Hoang Nam Tien, People's Artist Tran Luc, and MC Thanh Bach are using livestreams to sell books, not just to increase sales but to promote a deeper cultural appreciation for reading.

Vietnam races towards 6G leadership following 5G achievements

After joining the ranks of the top five countries capable of producing 5G equipment, Vietnam is now setting its sights on leading the development of 6G technology.

Pagoda with little money raises 8 abandoned children

Inside the pagoda is a world of love given to abandoned children, nurtured by the head monk and the kind hearts of the pagoda's Buddhists.

Key challenges in unlocking Vietnam's economic potential

The meeting between General Secretary and President To Lam with entrepreneurs from the Vietnam Small and Medium Enterprises Association on the afternoon of August 22 clearly delivered many positive messages.

Vietnam’s digital revolution: A bold leap forward

Vietnam's ambitious journey from analog to digital technology marks a pivotal chapter in the nation’s history, laying the foundation for its ongoing digital transformation.

Ministry proposes new regulations on private tutoring: Public reaction mixed

The Ministry of Education and Training’s new draft regulations on private tutoring have sparked significant public debate, with some arguing for stricter controls while others emphasize the legitimate need for extra classes.

VN most unique park: stone-carved poetry at Phuc Gia Vien earns national record

Phuc Gia Vien Park, located in Ba Ria-Vung Tau, has been recognized with a Vietnam Record for its unique display of poetic verses and couplets engraved on artistic stone blocks.

Heart transplant: 100 medical staff & police unite for 1,000km operation

In an unprecedented operation, a heart traveled 1,000 kilometers from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, where it was transplanted into a patient, marking a milestone achievement thanks to the coordinated efforts of over 100 dedicated professionals.

How a cosmetic surgery program helped a woman reclaim her confidence

Ninh Thi Thu Huong, 23, grew up in a rural farming family in Ninh Binh. At the age of three, she developed a tumor under her ear. Although doctors diagnosed it as malignant, the chances of success with surgery were low.

Pickleball fever: The new sport that’s sweeping through Vietnam

Vietnam is witnessing a new sports craze with the rapid rise of Pickleball, a game that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis.

Three generations of musical excellence in Vietnam’s renowned family

Continuing the legacy of musician Truong Ngoc Ninh, his children and grandchildren, including musician Anh Quan, singer My Linh (daughter-in-law), and granddaughter My Anh, are making significant contributions to the Vietnamese music scene.

Vietnam's new era: unified understanding and renewed commitment

As Vietnam approaches what is considered a new historical starting point, there is a pressing need for a unified understanding of this transformative era.

General Secretary To Lam champions economic focus for VN's prosperous future

In his inaugural article, General Secretary To Lam delineates a strategic path focused on economic growth and social welfare, pivotal for Vietnam’s long-term success.

Developers eye retirement housing to capitalise on Vietnam’s aging population

Major real estate developers are looking at pouring investments into the retirement housing market to capitalise on Vietnam's aging population.