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Lecturer’s startup sparked by seeing burning leaves in a pineapple field

Few people would imagine that the entrepreneurial journey of a university lecturer began with the image of pineapple leaves withering and burning in a field.

Japanese doctor pioneers advanced lung cancer diagnosis in Vietnam

When the most advanced lung cancer diagnostic techniques remained a distant dream for Vietnamese medicine, Dr Masao Hashimoto quietly planted the seeds of innovation.

Bodyguards in showbiz: a job with never-ending risks

In the past, artists appearing with bodyguards often sparked controversy. Over time, as the entertainment market became more professional, the role of bodyguards gradually gained recognition.

Seven decades of a revolution in reproductive thinking in Vietnam

Holding a family photo album, Do Thi May from Yen Lang (Hai Phong), 90, flipped through each picture.

Rising apartment prices crush young couples' homeownership dreams

Apartment prices at new projects in Hanoi have reached hundreds of millions of VND per sqm, forcing many young couples to turn to second-hand apartments, yet they remain stunned by the ever-escalating costs.

Man raises hundreds of ants as pets, spending less than $2 a month

Aside from an initial investment of just a few million VND, a young man in Ho Chi Minh City spends the equivalent of a skipped breakfast - around $1.20 per month - to raise hundreds of pet ant colonies.

Two major risks faced by seeking cancer treatment abroad

The cost of traveling overseas for cancer treatment is substantial, yet the outcomes often fall short of expectations.

Parents question school fees, demand clear value for their children

After the start of every school year, when schools announce fee contribution requirements, many parents take to social media to express their concerns and frustrations.

Rooftop solar registration is a duty, not a formality: EVN

Experts say individuals are obligated to notify or register with the authorities that they are going to install rooftop solar systems.

Business license revocation: wrong cure for tax debt

Forcing tax compliance by revoking or suspending business licenses is a counterproductive measure: it violates the Constitution, contradicts Resolution 68, and, most importantly, is ineffective.

Student with broken arm wins spot at top university

From an unexpected accident to direct admission to the Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST), the journey of ethnic minority student Luu Tien Trung is living proof of the power of determination and aspiration to pursue your dreams.

The extraordinary journey of VTV's very special female host

Le Huong Giang, the first blind host of VTV, talked about her journey of overcoming challenges, her role in the family, clinical psychology work, and her mission to change society’s perception of people with disabilities.

Blood-cancer survivor becomes standout student at university

After being diagnosed with leukemia just days after earning second place in a math competition, Trang put everything on hold to fight the disease. Six years later, she would become a university student under a talent training program.

Japan and Vietnam vow to write the next chapter of peace together

Ambassador Ito Naoki emphasizes Japan's unwavering commitment to Vietnam on the 52nd anniversary of bilateral ties.

Vietnam races to attract 2.75 million tourists monthly by year-end

To meet its 2025 tourism target, Vietnam must welcome a million more visitors per month.

Why more Vietnamese families are seeking cancer treatment abroad

For many families, taking parents abroad for cancer treatment is a journey of hope but also a meaningful way to express love and filial piety.

Who will pay for EVN’s VND45 trillion shortfall?

Whether it comes from the state budget or electricity bills, the answer is the same: electricity users, mainly households and businesses, will ultimately bear the cost.

A rare feat: Vietnam has only three female math professors in 70 years

Although mathematics is considered a "hot" field, the number of women achieving the title of professor in Vietnam is remarkably low, with only three in seven decades.

Student earns 2 prestigious PhD scholarships, buys first house at 24

Le Anh Duc once considered Chinese just a secondary choice, but this language opened up an impressive journey: from an outstanding student at Hanoi University, to earning two prestigious PhD scholarships and achieving financial independence at 24.

Nurse and legless soldier weave 50-year love story

When peace returned to the country, a young nurse sought out a veteran who lost both legs, continuing their love story with a simple wedding and a steadfast bond lasting nearly half a century.