PM sets December 31 as deadline for Long Thanh airport completion

PM Pham Minh Chinh stressed that all stakeholders must remain committed to the December 31, 2025 deadline.

Gold fever reaches new heights: Could prices plummet to $3,000?

Gold prices in Vietnam hit record highs but could fall to $3,000 per tael if the global economy recovers faster than expected.

Ho Chi Minh City proposed to build $3.5 billion railway connecting two airports

The Ministry of Construction suggests granting HCMC authority to develop the Thu Thiem - Long Thanh urban railway.

iPhone 17 Pro and Air leaked: New design shocks fans

New leaks reveal a major design overhaul for the iPhone 17 series, featuring a horizontal camera bar and a super-slim iPhone 17 Air.

Italy brings culinary excellence to Hanoi’s Food & Hospitality Expo

The Italian Pavilion features a wide range of gourmet products and signature dishes from Italy.

Ministry of Finance and Thai Nguyen lead e-portal rankings in Vietnam

A nationwide evaluation reveals the top-performing government and provincial e-portals, with the Ministry of Finance and Thai Nguyen taking the lead.

Noi Bai Airport adopts new satellite-based flight navigation system

Vietnam’s Noi Bai International Airport has introduced a new satellite-guided navigation method to enhance flight safety and efficiency.

Chinese director prosecuted for deadly boiler explosion in Dong Nai

Feng Yong faces charges after a boiler explosion killed six and injured five at a wood processing factory.

Vingroup proposes $4 billion HCMC-Can Gio high-speed metro project

Vingroup proposes a $4 billion high-speed metro to connect Ho Chi Minh City with Can Gio, aiming for completion by 2028.

Vietnam-China ties thrive through the vitality of youth cooperation

General Secretary To Lam emphasizes the pivotal role of youth in fostering lasting friendship between Vietnam and China.

How leaked data led to a spike in fake shipper scams in Vietnam

Personal information obtained through data leaks is being exploited by scammers posing as delivery personnel.

Exploring inner worlds: 16 artists showcase diverse styles at Open 14

The Open 14 exhibition in Hanoi features over 100 works by contemporary artists, blending realism, expressionism, and surrealism.

Unveiling the Phuc Son scandal: Bribery, corruption, and manipulated land prices

Investigators uncover massive bribery by Phuc Son Group’s chairman, who bribed provincial officials to lower land prices at the Vinh Phuc project.

Why Jason Quang Vinh’s national team debut is on hold despite citizenship

Despite gaining citizenship, Quang Vinh’s debut for the Vietnam national team has been delayed until June.

Vietnam’s most stunning stone church: Phat Diem Cathedral in Ninh Binh

Built entirely of stone and ironwood, Phat Diem Cathedral is a masterpiece of architecture, blending Eastern and Western styles.

One-stop-shop sandbox can foster innovation, lead to driverless bus routes

A startup involved in research in robots, automation-guided cars, and drones hopes for a one-stop sandbox mechanism to drive breakthroughs in innovation when implementing Resolution 57.

Vietnamese LLMs to be evaluated and ranked by experts in March

The process of evaluating and ranking Vietnamese large language models (LLMs) developed by six firms is expected to take place in March, with results to be announced by the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) in April.

Revitalizing Hoan Kiem Lake: Shark Jaw building gone, new space unveiled

Hanoi’s iconic Hoan Kiem Lake area gets a transformation as the controversial ‘Shark Jaw’ building is demolished to create a more open and modern square.

Police seize luxury assets, land, and gold in Hau ‘Phao’ corruption case

Authorities have confiscated a massive collection of assets linked to the corruption scandal involving Nguyen Van Hau, also known as Hau ‘Phao’, chairman of Phuc Son Group.

FIFA ranking boost: Vietnam advances after win against Cambodia

A 2-1 win against Cambodia on FIFA Days helps Vietnam climb one spot in the FIFA rankings, with more gains possible in upcoming matches.

CFA Team China 2025: Full schedule for U22 Vietnam’s campaign

U22 Vietnam will compete against South Korea, Uzbekistan, and China at the CFA Team China 2025 tournament. See the full schedule here.

Ten-day forecast: Sunny weather prevails, but a cold snap looms

Northern Vietnam will experience a period of stable weather with sunshine before a potential cold front arrives around March 28-29.

Vietnam’s EV revolution: Power grid expansion requires $9 billion

With electric vehicle adoption surging, Vietnam must invest heavily in grid upgrades to meet the growing electricity demand.

Phuc Son Group Chairman accused of contract fraud, profiting over $11.3 million

Phuc Son Group Chairman Nguyen Van Hau is accused of fraudulent bidding and contract resale, illicitly profiting over $11.3 million from public funds.

Vietnam’s ‘Nightmare’ sinkhole remains largely unexplored

Vietnam’s ‘Nightmare’ sinkhole, 250 meters deep, remains largely unexplored, with fewer than 10 people ever reaching the bottom.