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Phu Tho earthquake triggers mild shaking in Hanoi, no damage reported

A mild earthquake with a magnitude of 3.3 struck Thanh Thuy district in Phu Tho province on the afternoon of November 9, causing tremors felt by residents in parts of Hanoi, according to the Institute of Geophysics.

France’s longstanding expertise supports Vietnam’s high-speed rail ambitions

On November 9, the Hanoi People’s Committee celebrated the commercial launch of the Nhon-Hanoi station metro segment, symbolizing a new milestone in sustainable urban transport collaboration between France and Vietnam.

Miss Earth 2024: Australia triumphs, Vietnam fails to enter top 20

In a stunning conclusion to Miss Earth 2024, Australian contender Jessica Lane, renowned for her advocacy and elegance, took home the crown in the Philippines, while Vietnam’s Cao Ngoc Bich was eliminated from the top 20 lineup.

Halal market booming at $10 trillion - why are Vietnamese businesses hesitating?

Many Vietnamese firms are missing out on the $10 trillion Halal market, as challenges around certification and market access persist.

Lessons from Dubai: Urging Vietnam’s path to procedural efficiency

The National Assembly discussions brought into focus Vietnam's procedural inefficiencies, contrasting them with Dubai's rapid growth as mentioned by Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung.

Over 82% of Vietnamese households now connected to high-speed fiber Internet

In its latest report, the Ministry of Information and Communications announced that over 82% of Vietnamese homes now have fiber internet, while smartphone penetration among mobile users has climbed to nearly 89%.

Korean visitor overcomes fear to fall in love with Hanoi’s ragworm fritter

For some, Hanoi’s famed cha ruoi, made from seasonal ragworms, might seem daunting, but for Korean visitors Jaeil and Gaemi, a daring bite turned into a flavorful surprise.

Medical training: High tuition fees, low salary after graduation

Among State-owned healthcare training institutes, HCM City University of Medicine and Pharmacy charges the highest tuition at VNĐ80 million per academic year.

Foreign corporations seek to pour billions into offshore wind power in VN

Foreign investors continue to show interest in Vietnam’s offshore wind power potential and are actively seeking opportunities to join the business field.

Speculators inflate land prices after loss of deposits at auctions

Offering sky high bidding prices at land auctions but later giving up the deals even after making a deposit is a trick played by real estate speculators to push market prices up.

Banks use software to discover malware in mobile phones

In addition to developing a feature which can give alerts against fraud, some banks have developed software that can detect malware installed on phones.

Impressive achievements of 10 new young professors

Of 45 individuals recognized as meeting requirements to receive the professorship title this year, 10 were born in 1980 and onwards and have doctorates granted by foreign universities.

Pedagogical school graduates are unemployed, though schools lack teachers

Local authorities need to publicly declare the number of teachers they need to recruit for schools so that candidates can submit their applications.

Guest workers overseas: man from Kien Giang loses an arm

A man from the southern province of Kien Giang left for Japan to work when he was 20 years old. Just four months ago, he was involved in an industrial accident and lost an arm.

Vietnamese industries expected to see gains under Trump’s new trade policies

Trump’s policies on tariffs, energy, and immigration could influence Vietnam’s economy by opening new export opportunities while adding potential trade challenges for some sectors.

LSP to invest $700 million in Long Son Complex upgrades after temporary shutdown

After pausing production, LSP’s $700 million investment will help the Long Son complex increase use of Ethane gas to reduce costs and meet market needs.

National Assembly discusses revival of nuclear energy amid power shortages

At a National Assembly session, delegates proposed relaunching the Ninh Thuan nuclear plant to address growing energy demands and reduce reliance on coal.

Government urges evacuations as Typhoon Yinxing reaches East Sea

Typhoon Yinxing, now designated as Typhoon No. 7, entered the East Sea early this morning, with winds up to level 14 and gusts reaching level 17 as it heads westward.

Vietnam proposes major anti-drug investment, 50,000 addicts to receive support

Vietnam’s government has proposed a 22.45 trillion VND ($915 million) investment to manage drug addiction and crime, aiming to reduce drug supply and demand and increase rehabilitation options.

Search intensifies for Yak-130 crash site in Dak Lak with reward for assistance

Local residents in Dak Lak have been alerted to a reward for finding the suspected crash site of the Yak-130 aircraft, with nearly 500 personnel involved in the search.