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A treasure of dynasties: 47 royal edicts found in Vietnam’s Thanh Nga temple

A set of nearly 400-year-old royal edicts found hidden in a village temple is being hailed as a priceless cultural treasure of Thanh Hoa.

Moc Chau’s plum blossom season: A quiet love story in white

It’s more than just a season of bloom. In Moc Chau, the soft white of plum flowers is woven into daily life, memory, and the breath of ethnic highland communities. It lingers, softly but deeply, in the hearts of those who pass through.

Viral banana fritter shop in Can Tho charms fans with furry cashier

In the heart of Can Tho, a modest banana fritter shop has become a viral sensation - thanks to a crispy secret recipe, daily livestreams, and a very special cashier: a dog named Gau.

New Zealand offers record number of scholarships to Vietnamese students

From January to March 2026, students in grades 8–10 can apply for one of 56 prestigious scholarships to study at top New Zealand secondary schools.

Passenger bus overturns in Son La, 11 injured in early morning crash

At around 5:00 a.m. on January 5, a passenger coach traveling from Quang Ninh to Song Ma overturned on National Highway 37 in the northern province of Son La, injuring 11 of the 22 passengers on board.

Box office twist: crime thriller outpaces Hollywood and homegrown rom-com

This past weekend saw a heated race at Vietnam’s box office between two domestic titles: the hard-hitting crime drama Thien duong mau and Ai thuong ai men, a romantic comedy led by popular actress Thu Trang.

Tourists enjoy rice milling and broom making in rural Ninh Binh

Many domestic and international tourists visiting Ninh Binh are now choosing to explore and experience the cultural life of the northern Vietnamese countryside.

Every year, 41,000 Vietnamese babies are born with birth defects

Each year, 41,000 babies in Vietnam are born with defects. IVF and gene screening are offering families hope for healthy children.

Vietnam’s digital tech zones generate $10 million per hectare annually

Vietnam’s centralized digital technology zones are emerging as top economic contributors, delivering exceptional land-use value and productivity.

Smartphones to washing machines: Why prices could soar in 2026

Smartphones, laptops, and consumer electronics are bracing for sharp price increases in 2026, as soaring demand for AI data centers pushes the semiconductor industry into a fresh supply crunch.

Da Nang unlocks dual cultural treasures to lead Vietnam’s creative economy

Da Nang is positioning itself as the only city in Central Vietnam with both rich cultural heritage and modern infrastructure - two “treasure troves” for the development of its cultural and creative industries.

Vietnam to build undersea power cable to export wind energy to Singapore

Vietnam is set to build a high-voltage undersea direct current (HVDC) cable to connect its power grid with Malaysia and Singapore, allowing for large-scale export of offshore wind energy.

Hanoi schools may suspend classes amid severe air pollution

If air quality reaches hazardous levels, schools across Hanoi could be required to halt or modify teaching schedules.

Vietnam adds 41 more entry points for e-visa travelers

The Vietnamese government has just issued Resolution No. 389/NQ-CP, expanding the list of international checkpoints where foreigners can enter and exit the country using electronic visas (e-visas).

Smartphones under $200 that punch above their weight in 2025

For users with basic needs, there’s no longer a requirement to spend on a flagship. Budget smartphones today meet the daily demands of most users.

Global demand for Vietnamese cinnamon boosts exports by 25%

A once-overlooked commodity - dried tree bark from Vietnam’s mountainous regions - is now taking the global spice market by storm, helping the country rake in an estimated USD $250 million in just 10 months.

Vietnam to limit online ad skip time to 5 seconds starting February 15

Under a new regulation taking effect on February 15, online video and image-based ads in Vietnam must allow users to skip them within 5 seconds at most.

AFC accidentally leaks Vietnam's U23 squad ahead of AFC Championship

The AFC’s early announcement of registered players reveals the provisional U23 Vietnam lineup, with a notable absence drawing attention.

Vietnamese firms face the dual challenge of digital and green transformation

Vietnamese enterprises are navigating a new global reality where digital and green transformations are no longer optional.

Da Nang tourism surpasses pre-pandemic peak, remains top regional leader

In 2025, Da Nang’s tourism sector served more than 17.3 million visitors, with international arrivals surging and total revenue reaching around VND60 trillion, far exceeding the pre-Covid-19 peak.