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Gold smuggling ring leader and former VGC Chair sentenced by court

The Hanoi People’s Court on February 4 handed down sentences to 11 defendants in a case which occurred in Lao Cai Province and involved Vietnam Gold Investment and Trading JSC

Teachers urge Tet break without homework to learn cultural values

Many teachers believe it is not necessary to assign homework to students during the Tet holiday. Instead, children should be given the time and mental space to “learn” more about the nation’s traditional cultural values during Tet.

Admire Vietnam’s first pagoda shaped by Indian architectural influence

Tay An Pagoda, located in An Giang Province, has long been recognized as the first pagoda in Vietnam to incorporate Indian architectural style, becoming a distinctive cultural and spiritual landmark of the Mekong Delta.

Cancer patients struggle with high treatment costs

Every month, T. has to pay nearly VND100 million for cancer treatment. After just over a year, her family’s finances have become exhausted.

Four short-getaway spots near HCMC to escape the Tet crowds

From beaches to national parks, these lesser-known destinations are perfect for a peaceful holiday.

A 200-year-old incense village races to meet Tet demand

As Lunar New Year nears, Quan Huong village in Da Nang works round-the-clock to fulfill the year’s biggest incense orders.

Vietnam’s car production hits record high ahead of Tet

Vietnam’s auto industry shifted into high gear in January, with over 56,000 domestically assembled vehicles rolling off production lines - marking the highest monthly output ever recorded.

Vietnam’s 10% GDP goal: Lessons from Korea and China’s reform miracles

Targeting double-digit growth in 2026, Vietnam looks to its Asian peers for reform-driven strategies centered on productivity.

Early homebound rush for Tet as bus terminals fill up across Ho Chi Minh City

Despite it being only the 20th day of the final lunar month, Ho Chi Minh City’s major bus stations and gateways are already seeing a sharp uptick in travelers heading home to celebrate the Year of the Horse.

Vietnam’s space legacy through the eyes of Amanda Nguyen and Pham Tuan

The first Vietnamese astronaut and the first Vietnamese-American woman in space meet to reflect on legacy, identity, and future missions.

96% of Vietnamese firms plan to outsource cybersecurity operations

A severe shortage of high-level cybersecurity professionals and the increasing demand for 24/7 monitoring are prompting nearly all Vietnamese companies to outsource their security operations centers, according to a new report by Kaspersky.

Police bust dog theft ring stealing more than 5,000 animals in Gia Lai

Police in Gia Lai Province have dismantled a dog theft ring responsible for stealing more than 5,000 dogs, with total illegal profits estimated at around $105,000.

Galaxy S26 Ultra risks falling behind major rivals

The Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung’s most highly anticipated upcoming flagship, is facing the risk of falling behind major competitors.

Early bloom, bitter loss: Ninh Binh peach growers fear a fruitless Tet

As the Lunar New Year approaches, the peach orchards of Vi Khe ward in Ninh Binh province should be preparing for peak bloom. Instead, they're already awash in pink - a premature beauty that’s causing sleepless nights for local farmers.

Coffee exports bring Vietnam close to $1 billion in just one month

In January 2026 alone, Vietnam exported a single agricultural commodity that generated nearly $1 billion in revenue, marking a sharp increase compared with the same period in 2025.

Pre-Tet auto market heats up as carmakers slash prices to clear inventory

Entering February 2026, car brands across Vietnam have simultaneously launched a wave of incentives and deep discounts, aiming to finalize sales before the market slows during the extended Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday.

Universities promote combined admissions, tighten transcript standards

Instead of separate admission based on academic transcripts and high school graduation exam scores, the trend of combined admission has been chosen by many universities in recent years.

Chip factories expected to help Vietnam master semiconductor technology

Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Bui Hoang Phuong said when domestic companies participate in the supply chain from design to production to packaging, Vietnam will gradually be able to lay the foundation to master semiconductor technology.

Cao Bang aspires to become international trade hub on Vietnam-China border

Party Secretary Phan Thang An said Cao Bang will aim to make breakthroughs in infrastructure, institutions, and human resources, targeting  an average GRDP growth rate of about 10 percent per year.

Man spends billions of dong relocating hundreds of unmarked graves in Hanoi

For more than a decade, a 53-year-old man has spent billions of dong of his own money to relocate and care for hundreds of unmarked graves in Hanoi. This quiet journey reflects his deep compassion for others.