School has gotten that little bit better for disadvantaged children in the central province of Nghe An.

A photo exhibition, highlighting beautiful moments in the daily lives of Hanoians, officially opened in Hanoi on September 27, as part of activities to mark the 65th anniversary of the capital’s liberation day (October 10, 1954-2019).

Making independent films has long been considered a risky investment in Vietnam. There are obstacles in the production process as well as distribution, according to directors.

While most symphony composers in Vietnam are veterans, 46-year-old composer Tran Manh Hung is considered one of the young generation, and is one among a small number of composers specialising in symphonies.

People often see rescue workers as young and strong men, because they often work in perilous situations. Few believe that someone can rush into danger when they enter retirement age.

Vietnam's population is rapidly ageing, and along with the increasing number of elderly people, comes a boom in start-up businesses among them.

Hoa Binh cows attacked by unidentified wild animals

Hanoi is speeding up the construction of a racetrack to host the country’s first F1 Grand Prix in April 2020.

Spanish firm invests $43m project in Hue

Lao PM to pay official visit to VN

Five private troupes specialising in cải lương (reformed opera), a traditional art originating in southern Vietnam, in the Mekong River Delta region are offering mobile shows for residents in rural areas.

Famous brands and fashion designers from China, Indonesia, the Republic of Korea and Vietnam, among others, will showcase their latest collections at the VN International Fashion & Beauty Festival (VIFBF).

Many middle-aged Vietnamese people I know have very weird names.

More than 2,000 people engaged in a programme to clean beaches in Da Nang on September 28.

Up to roughly two tonnes of fish have been found dead at a beach in the central province of Ha Tinh.

The Department of Natural Resources and Environment in Danang City said on September 20 that two firms with Chinese involvement own the rights to 21 coastal land lots in the central city.

The State Audit of Vietnam (SAV) has uncovered several financial irregularities in the 13.5-kilometer-long Cat Linh-Ha Dong urban rail project in Hanoi, which has faced repeated delays.

After Vietnam’s legendary Pho Thin Lo Duc proved popular among customers in Tokyo, Japan, Banh Mi Phuong Hoi An (Ms Phuong Baguette in Hoi An) recently debuted in Seoul, South Korea. 

Authorities of HCMC should study the impact of a motorbike ban in inner-city areas to avoid affecting the daily commutes of the locals, said the Ministry of Transport.

Friendship orders presented to Lao NA collectives, individuals