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Vietnam acts to combat white pollution

According to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Vietnam's per capita plastic use has increased rapidly, from 3.8kg a year in 1990 to 41kg in 2015 and about 54kg currently.

Vietnam wins two more tickets to Paris 2024 Olympics

Canoeing and rowing have secured the eighth and ninth spots for Vietnam at the Paris 2024 Olympics, according to the General Department of Sports and Physical Training under Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

BKAV, BPhones: big ambitions and big debts

BKAV Pro, the well-known Vietnamese anti-virus solution provider, has reported a ratio of debt to equity of 1.42x, and outstanding bond debt to equity of 76 percent in 2023.

Gambling games flood the internet, challenging state agencies

Blocking gambling games and betting on social media such as Facebook and Telegram has been challenging as it is easy for people to make payments.

Artist revolutionises Vietnamese glass painting

With his skill and creativity, Pham Hong Vinh has transformed delicate glass panels into timeless works of art.

A tree-mendous time in the land of heritage trees

It is home to seven ancient trees named as Vietnam's heritage by the Vietnam Association for Conservation of Nature and Environment (VACNE).

There’s nothing boring about board games

Board games have been a popular pastime for centuries, but in recent years, they have experienced a resurgence in popularity. People of all ages are rediscovering the joy of sitting down with friends and family to play a game together.

Young Vietnamese rapper creating viral hits

Phao, also known as Northside Phao, whose real name is Nguyen Dieu Huyen, has showcased exceptional skills in fast-flow rap and talent in songwriting, which earned her second place in the competition.

Vietnam becomes biggest rice supplier for Singapore

Vietnam has for the first time surpassed India and Thailand to become the largest rice exporter to Singapore.

Inaccurate information related to preferential tax for ST24, ST25 rice to EU

The International Cooperation Department under the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development confirmed the inaccurate information regarding Vietnamese fragrant rice of ST24 and ST25 benefiting preferential taxes in the European Union market.

Many coastal projects in Da Nang left idle for years

Many projects located on golden land plots in coastal areas of DaNang, licensed by local authorities to develop tourism, have been left idle for decades.

Nha Trang beach is clear after beach-blocking projects dismantled

The authorities of Nha Trang City (Khanh Hoa) are cracking down on projects which block the sea view and return the space to public use.

Rail freight stuck due to tunnel landslide

Tonnes of freight has been stuck at railway stations following landslides at Bai Gio Tunnel in the southern central region.

Nine injured in head-on car collision in northern Vietnam

Nine people were injured in a head-on collision between a minivan and a tanker truck carrying building materials in Dien Bien province on April 20.

French auction house to open office in Vietnam

Millon Vietnam under the French Millon Auction House will be the first European auction house representative office in Vietnam.

Hail hits Hanoi capital, big trees fall during thunderstorms

Thunderstorms accompanied by hail struck several districts of Hanoi capital on April 20 evening.

National archive on Dien Bien Phu campaign

The national archives on the Dien Bien Phu campaign and the Geneva Conference in 1954 have been made public for the first time on the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory and the signing of the Geneva Accords.

Unique hair washing ritual of white Thai ethnic group

To celebrate the annual Then Kin Pang festival, the traditional Ap Ho Pang (hair washing) ritual of the white Thai ethnic people in Phong Tho district in Lai Chau was recreated on April 18.

Shrimp exports to major markets bounce back

Having identified its weakness in 2023, entering the first quarter of 2024, Vietnam's shrimp industry has undergone a clear change, reflected through increases in exports to major markets.

Mechanisms needed to help people with disabilities access technology

People with disabilities often have difficulties accessing technology, requiring mechanisms and policies enabling them to access technology early, so that they will have better jobs in the future and contribute to society