Vietnamese street food shines in Australia with a sidewalk-style banh mi shop

In Newcastle, two Vietnamese-Australian brothers have recreated the charm of Vietnam’s vibrant street food scene - plastic stools, murals, and all - serving authentic banh mi that wins over locals and tourists alike.

Vietnam's science ministry pledges 5% contribution to national economic growth

With a new organizational model, the Ministry of Science and Technology commits to driving half of the country’s annual GDP growth.

Ministry of Health investigates assault on female doctor in Gia Lai

After a physician was attacked by a patient’s relative, authorities are taking steps to enhance security and ensure accountability.

Decomposed headless male body found on Phu Yen beach

Residents in Phu Yen Province have discovered a severely decomposed male body - missing its head, feet, and one arm - washed up on the coast of Phu Lac Hamlet, Hoa Hiep Nam Ward, Dong Hoa Town.

Vietnam marks 50 years of reunification with national ceremony in HCM City

From a sunrise commemoration and parades to fireworks and cultural tributes, the city prepares for a historic celebration on April 30.

Toll hike planned for HCMC – Long Thanh – Dau Giay Expressway

Vietnam Expressway Corporation proposes raising tolls by 7% to meet project cost recovery and business goals.

Vietnam aims to open four key North–South expressway sections by April 30

With the April holiday approaching, the Ministry of Construction pushes to open main routes of four major expressway projects.

Vietnamese military rescues survivor trapped after deadly Myanmar earthquake

Working alongside Turkish and Myanmar teams, Vietnamese rescue forces discovered a young man alive beneath a collapsed hotel and launched a joint effort to free him.

iPhone 17 Air sacrifices cameras, speakers, and SIM slot for slim form

Apple’s sleekest iPhone yet is coming - but in its pursuit of thinness, the iPhone 17 Air makes some major compromises.

Vietnam investigates deadly fruit wine poisoning that hospitalized six tourists

One tourist has died and five others were hospitalized after consuming fruit wine suspected to be contaminated with methanol. Authorities are tracing its source.

Ex-An Giang chairman imprisoned in major sand mining corruption trial

Nguyen Thanh Binh was convicted for abusing his position after accepting bribes to facilitate illegal sand mining by Trung Hau 68 Company.

Hundreds of homes damaged by quake tremors: HCMC launches apartment inspection

The Ministry of Construction is investigating structural issues at Diamond Riverside following Myanmar’s 7.7-magnitude quake.

Kidney donor turned fraudster receives reduced jail term in Hanoi

Nguyen Tuan Dung, who once donated a kidney to save a life, was sentenced to eight years in prison for defrauding a car rental owner - but received leniency due to his past act of altruism.

Heir to T&T Group takes the helm at Vietravel Airlines

The son of T&T Group founder takes over the airline amid efforts to restructure and expand flight networks.

Major overhaul of Vietnam's inspection system to conclude by May 30

The Government Inspectorate is moving forward with a sweeping restructure plan that will dissolve 12 ministerial inspectorates and integrate them under one central agency by May 30.

Ho Chi Minh City house fire leaves 3 dead, victims' identities confirmed

Fire at a District 8 residence kills a man, woman, and her young son; investigation underway.

Vietnam targets equitable growth through Program 1719

Program 1719 has significantly reduced poverty in minority communities, with nine provinces essentially achieving its goals.

Vietnam announces 3-day holiday for Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day 2025

The public holiday will run from April 5 to 7, giving government workers and employees a long weekend.

Vietnam’s volleyball stars Bich Thuy and Bich Tuyen target Korean V-League

Bich Thuy returns to South Korea after a successful season, while rising star Bich Tuyen prepares for her debut trial.

Vietnam to legally protect risk-taking civil servants

Under a proposed legal amendment, public officials who innovate and act decisively may be exempt from responsibility for unintended consequences.

Catholic leader Father Phan Khac Tu dies at 89

Father Phero Phan Khac Tu, Editor-in-Chief of Cong Giao va Dan Toc (Catholicism and Nation), and Honorary Chairman of the Vietnam Committee for Catholic Solidarity in Ho Chi Minh City, passed away on the evening of April 1. He was 89 years old.

Fishing boat capsizes near Phu Quy Island; 2 missing, 20 rescued

A vessel carrying 22 crew members went down 27 nautical miles off Phu Quy Island.

Bui Thac Chuyen unveils 11-year journey behind $2.2M war epic ‘Dia Dao’

Director Bui Thac Chuyen opens up about the emotional, physical, and financial trials behind Dia Dao, set to premiere on April 4.

Two foreign riders penalized for dangerous motorbike stunt in Quang Nam

Viral video leads to police action after reckless riding behavior on Quang Nam’s coastal highway.

Workers in Vietnam to enjoy up to 8 holiday days in April and May

A combination of national holidays and adjusted work schedules means workers could have over a week off in the coming month.

Vietnam breaks coffee export record with USD 1.16 billion in March

Soaring global prices have enabled Vietnamese enterprises to earn a staggering USD 1.16 billion in March alone from coffee exports - an all-time monthly high for the industry.