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Man with 23cm eyebrows draws attention in Ho Chi Minh City

His naturally long eyebrows have become a unique feature that attracts both locals and tourists.

Happiness emerges as Vietnam’s new benchmark for national development

Vietnam is shifting toward a development model where happiness becomes a core measure alongside economic growth.

Mother Goddess worship faces challenges of commercialization and distortion

Experts highlight growing distortions in Mother Goddess worship practices, calling for stronger management and preservation efforts.

Relocating universities: Hanoi faces a defining urban choice

As congestion intensifies, Hanoi must decide whether to reshape its urban core by moving universities beyond the city center.

When the State steps in to steady Vietnam’s fuel market

Vietnam steps up fuel market control as global tensions disrupt supply, highlighting the role of the State in maintaining stability.

Superpower rivalry reshapes global economy, forcing Vietnamese firms to adapt

Vietnamese businesses face rising risks as supply chains shift from efficiency to security in a fragmented global economy.

Vietnam’s two-speed economy: steady at the top, cautious below

Vietnam’s economy shows strong macro growth, but businesses and consumers remain cautious, reflecting a two-speed dynamic.

Conclusion 14 signals a timely shift in Vietnam’s energy security thinking

Vietnam is shifting its energy security strategy toward long-term reserves and resilience as global risks intensify.

Fuel price surge squeezes daily life as costs ripple across markets

As fuel prices continue to rise, their impact is becoming increasingly visible in everyday life, from smaller breakfast portions to mounting pressure across supply chains.

High school senior achieves record-breaking score in national thinking exam

Nguyen Tuan Dat sets a six-year record with 98.98 in Hanoi University of Science and Technology’s thinking assessment exam.

Returning home, a farmer finds fortune in a ‘miracle herb’

Purple ba kich brings new hope to struggling rural land.

Phan Chau Trinh’s legacy and the granddaughter he never met

A century after his passing, the ideals of Phan Chau Trinh continue to shape history through the life of Nguyen Thi Binh.

A mountain tea finding its place in the world

From ancient trees to modern workshops, Giang Pang tea reflects a quiet transformation rooted in tradition and innovation.

Controlling speculative credit: Government reinforces financial safety

Requirements to control credit and maintain credit growth discipline are reminders that the flow of capital in the economy needs careful regulation.

The story behind American-Vietnamese wedding that went viral on the internet

Behind the wonderful wedding in Vinh Long is the enduring journey of two Vietnamese–American men who overcame barriers so they could hold hands with the full blessing of both families.

Last horse cart drivers hold on in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta

In a border village of An Giang, a handful of elderly men continue a fading trade, keeping horse-drawn carts alive amid a rapidly changing world.

Vietnamese scientist earns prestigious recognition in the US

The journey of Associate Professor Nguyen Duc Thanh is defined by groundbreaking biomedical research and a deep aspiration to bring advanced technologies closer to communities.

Three national treasure cannons and an unsolved maritime mystery

Three ceremonial cannons cast to mark the accession of Emperor Minh Mang, now recognized as national treasures, continue to intrigue researchers as the reason they ended up beneath the sea remains unknown.

A 20-year-old sticky rice stall that never stays quiet

Despite its hidden location, this long-standing sticky rice stall has become part of the daily rhythm of the Old Quarter.

Young teacher makes history as O Du representative in parliament

A new chapter has opened for Lo Thi Bao Vy as the young woman from the O Du ethnic group has officially been elected to Vietnam’s 16th National Assembly for the 2026-2031 term.