Against all odds, a mother in Hanoi gave birth to twins five weeks apart, with the older twin born prematurely at 26 weeks and his sister safely delivered at 31 weeks.

As 2024 draws to a close, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City come alive with final preparations for New Year celebrations, including dazzling firework displays and lively countdown events.

Vietnam’s education system experienced significant changes in 2024, with reforms in curriculum, tuition policies, and teacher regulations aimed at enhancing quality and global competitiveness.

A construction accident at the Dak Mi 1 Hydropower Plant in Kon Tum has left three workers dead and two others missing, as rescue teams race against time to recover the remaining victims.

Vietnam’s 10-day forecast (December 30, 2024 – January 8, 2025) highlights consecutive cold air waves and the reformation of a low-pressure trough, bringing varied weather across regions.

During a visit to Ben Tre, Japanese YouTuber Papaken tried the iconic bì bún for the first time and praised it for being easier to eat than the familiar grilled pork noodles.

With a stellar brace in the semifinal against Singapore, naturalized striker Xuan Son now leads the ASEAN Cup 2024 scoring race, reaffirming his vital role in Vietnam’s success.

At a meeting with Vietnam’s intellectual and scientific community, General Secretary To Lam outlined ambitious goals for AI research and national development.

Delays and new regulations have prompted Lam Dong to consider revoking policies that allowed 45 companies to lease forest environments for tourism purposes.

Metro Line 1’s signage in Ho Chi Minh City has become the center of controversy, with the phrase "For Ben Thanh" raising questions about grammatical accuracy.

Professor Vu Thi Thu Ha shared her sacrifices, including mortgaging her family’s land, to advance scientific research, highlighting the need for better support systems for scientists in Vietnam.

Ho Chi Minh City will need some 310,000 - 330,000 workers for job vacancies next year, according to the latest survey of the city’s Human Resources Forecasting and Labour Market Information (Falmi) Centre.

The import value of computers, electronic products and components reached 4.52 billion USD in the first half of December, according to the General Department of Customs.

Beginning January 1, 2025, Vietnamese drivers will receive traffic violation notifications directly through the VNeTraffic app, improving convenience and transparency in handling fines.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force within Vietnamese enterprises, aligning with the broader trends of digital transformation and Industry 4.0.

The Vietnam Esports White Paper 2022-2023, officially released by VIRESA, highlights the rapid growth and potential of the country’s esports industry.

Vietnam’s aviation industry is experiencing a recovery and promising growth opportunities, boosted by falling fuel prices and surging travel demands.

General Secretary To Lam lauded the efforts of 13 Central Party organizations for their determination in restructuring, while setting new expectations for future reforms.

Tan Son Nhat reported a projected air traffic volume of approximately 39.8 million passengers for 2024, a decrease of 2.1% compared to the previous year.

Commercial banks' pre-tax profits in 2025 are forecast to grow by 14.9% year-on-year, while bad debt has peaked and is expected to decrease next year.