Ho Chi Minh City plans 'sponge city' model to tackle chronic flooding

Ho Chi Minh City plans to incorporate a "sponge city" model into its long-term urban planning, combining green and conventional infrastructure to tackle worsening flooding and adapt to climate change.

iPhone 18 Pro users report mysterious popping and crackling from speakers

Some iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max owners are reporting unexpected crackling and popping sounds from their speakers, although it remains unclear whether the issue stems from hardware or software.

Vietnam eye Malaysia win as FIFA rankings and injuries raise stakes

Vietnam face Malaysia in the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 third-place playoff with more than a medal at stake, as Kim Sang Sik's side seek to protect their world top-100 ranking while managing injuries after a taxing 4-2 win over Pakistan.

Trinh My Anh loses Miss Earth Water title after Miss Universe Vietnam win

Vietnamese beauty queen Trinh My Anh has relinquished her Miss Earth Water 2025 title after becoming first runner-up at Miss Universe Vietnam 2026, with the Miss Earth Organization naming Chile's Nathalie Briones as her replacement.

Vietnam weighs paid public holiday on War Invalids and Martyrs Day

A proposal is being considered to make July 27, Vietnam’s annual War Invalids and Martyrs Day, a paid public holiday, as lawmakers review amendments to the Labor Code and several other laws.

Vietnam strengthens religious cooperation with Vatican, Italy

Vietnam’s Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs strengthened dialogue with the Vatican and Italy during a Sept. 20-25 visit, with talks focusing on religious affairs, cooperation and ties between Vietnam and the Holy See.

More than 26,000 Vietnamese students pursue Korean studies and language

More than 26,000 students are studying Korean Studies and Korean Language at 54 universities and colleges across Vietnam in 2026, making the country a regional leader in Korean language and culture education.

Student from another school ranks 4th on Hanoi Medical University residency exam

Although he did not study at Hanoi Medical University, Vu Hong Duc surpassed thousands of candidates to rank among the top four in the university's medical residency  exam.

Vietnam Railway chair addresses technology needs for light-rail line on Phu Quoc

The construction technology for the light rail transit (LRT) line on Phu Quoc island is not particularly new to the railway sector.

Experts advise Hanoi to balance development and flood safety along Red River

Drawing from experience fighting the historic 1971 flood, People's Teacher Prof. Dr. Nguyen Quang Ngọc has offered recommendations for planning both banks of the Red River.

Nam Tra My residents turn ‘lazy trees’ into billion-dong orchards

FIn previous years, acacia trees covered many hillsides in Nam Tra My. They were a familiar choice for local residents because they were easy to grow and required little care. After about five to six years, the trees could be harvested for timber.

STEM and strategic fields reshape Vietnam's university admissions in 2026

Vietnam's 2026 university admissions saw a notable shift toward STEM & strategic fields, with median admission scores reaching as high as 25 points in some disciplines, while the lowest stood at 15, according to the Ministry of Education & Training.

Vietnamese PhD researcher wins top international student award in Australia

Vietnamese PhD candidate Josh Nguyen, who moved to Australia to study a decade ago, has won Victoria's top international student honor as well as an award recognizing outstanding research.

Vietnam plans overtaking-lane trial on two expressways from Q4

Vietnam's traffic police plan to trial dedicated overtaking lanes on sections of two major expressways from the fourth quarter of 2026 to curb slow-moving vehicles occupying the left lane and causing traffic conflicts.

Vietnamese-Malaysian couple proves culture is no barrier to love

The blessing of both families helped Thuy Vi (HCMC) have a complete wedding, in which the "guarantee" from her future mother-in-law moved her deeply.

Vietnam’s tourism targets 12% of GDP by 2030

Tourism directly contributed nearly 8.8% of Vietnam’s GDP in 2025 and supported about 4.41 million jobs, equivalent to 8.5% of the workforce. 

First-ever Vietnamese Theatre Week to debut in Paris

The first-ever Vietnamese Theatre Week in France, "Viet Nam en Scène," will take place in Paris from October 24 to 31, 2026.

Vietnam’s pepper exports top 1.3 billion USD, maintain growth momentum

Vietnam exported 202,414 tonnes of pepper from the beginning of this year to September 15, earning 1.32 billion USD in revenue, up 15.2% in volume and 10.3% in value year-on-year.

Phu Quoc strengthens air traffic control capacity ahead of APEC 2027

The Phu Quoc Approach Control Sector officially began operations on October 1, under the management of the Southern Region Air Traffic Services Company, a unit of the Vietnam Air Traffic Management Corporation (VATM).

International friends impressed by Vietnamese culture

An international delegation toured the Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in Hanoi’s Doai Phuong commune on October 2.

TasteAtlas ranks Vietnamese chili garlic dipping sauce among world’s top three

Food website TasteAtlas has updated its list of the world's best dipping sauces, and Vietnam's chili garlic fish sauce made the cut.

Vietnam’s agro-forestry-fishery exports rise 7.8% in nine months

Vietnam’s agro-forestry-fishery exports maintained growth momentum in the first nine months of 2026 despite continued volatility in global markets, reaching 56.3 billion USD, up 7.8% year on year. 

Vietnam’s F&B market recovers amid intensifying competition

Vietnam’s food and beverage (F&B) industry posted 6.6% revenue growth in the first half of 2026. 

Textile sector targets $47.5bil in exports with green, digital transformation

Vietnam’s textile and garment industry is stepping up efforts to retain orders and diversify markets amid global volatility, rising costs and tighter international trade standards. 

Thai Nguyen International Tea Festival 2026 to feature major events

The Thai Nguyen International Tea Festival 2026 will take place from October 30 to November 7 in northern Thai Nguyen province

Fitch lifts Vietnam's EVNNPC standalone credit profile to 'bb+'

Fitch Ratings upgraded the Standalone Credit Profile (SCP) of Northern Power Corporation (EVNNPC), a unit of Electricity of Vietnam (EVN), from "bb" to "bb+".