Viettel staff work overnight to aid Myanmar quake victims

Mytel provides free services, food, and shelter after deadly earthquake displaces thousands.

Chasing views, risking lives: Drivers punished for viral stunts

From letting children take the wheel to performing reckless motorcycle stunts, several cases show the real cost of posting traffic violations online.

Northwest Vietnam yields 29.8 tons of gold in newly found 40 mines

The long-running geological survey uncovers strategic mineral wealth in Vietnam’s frontier region.

Hanoi’s grand Foreign Ministry building stands eerily empty

Despite costing billions, the building remains incomplete after more than a decade, with most of its area idle and shrouded in weeds.

Minister Dao Ngoc Dung: Program 1719 can eliminate poverty at its root

With over $4 billion in funding, Vietnam’s ethnic minority development program is central to national poverty eradication.

Vietnam’s education ministry draws the line on rampant private tutoring

Deputy Minister Pham Ngoc Thuong calls on teachers and schools to take responsibility in ending widespread after-school classes.

Trump Organization sets sights on VN with multi-billion-dollar projects

A $1.5 billion golf and resort complex in Hung Yen is just the beginning as Trump’s family business plans further expansion in Vietnam.

Quang Ninh breaks economic records, avoids provincial merger

A mountainous province once overlooked, Quang Ninh is now an economic powerhouse — and one of 11 provinces exempt from administrative restructuring.

VN eyes merger of 52 provinces, reshaping 34 central & southern localities

A sweeping proposal would merge dozens of provinces, focusing on economic synergy and development space, particularly in central and southern Vietnam.

Performance, not degrees, should guide selection of commune-level officials

Public opinion favors assessing actual results over distinguishing between formal and in-service degrees in civil service recruitment.

Vietnam’s banks roll out 2025 shareholder meetings and growth strategies

As the 2025 AGM season unfolds, banks are unveiling robust targets and restructuring plans to boost competitiveness.

Vietnam experts reject mandatory sharing of EV charging stations

Industry voices say the move could undercut domestic firms like VinFast while giving unfair advantage to foreign EV brands.

Hanoi to deploy 3,700 AI surveillance cameras to boost public security

The city’s new AI-powered camera system will enhance traffic control, facial recognition, and real-time threat detection.

Apple’s foldable iPhone: Everything we know so far

From no-crease screens to iPad-sized displays, Apple’s first foldable iPhone could redefine the segment in 2026.

Over 580 faulty traffic signal clusters found in 50 provinces

A recent review by the Ministry of Construction revealed 586 malfunctioning or problematic traffic signal clusters across Vietnam’s road network in 50 provinces and cities.

HCMC announces entrance exam schedule; elite schools to recruit nationwide

Major changes for the 2025–2026 academic year include expanded eligibility for gifted school admissions.

Vietnam’s only entry in Taste Atlas’s top 100 is a stir-fried vegetable classic

A traditional Vietnamese favorite has made its mark internationally, ranking 24th in Taste Atlas’s list of the world’s top 100 vegetable dishes.

Vietnam busts record-breaking ketamine lab, landowner revealed in Nha Trang

Landowners identified in massive ketamine lab bust in Nha Trang, where a 1,000m² illegal factory operated in secret.

10-day forecast: More cold days in the north, sunny spells in the south

From March 30 to April 8, Vietnam’s weather remains divided with lingering cold and rain in the north.

VNG chairman proposes special financial zone to globalize HCM City

A proposal to create a business-friendly, globally connected financial district sparks new dialogue on economic reform.

Despite rain and cold, 50,000 visit Hung Kings Temple ahead of main holiday

Pilgrims from across Vietnam flocked to the historic site in Phu Tho for early offerings as security forces managed massive crowds.

ASEAN leaders rally for Myanmar and Thailand after devastating quake

At an emergency meeting, ASEAN foreign ministers pledged unity and humanitarian support while urging an end to violence in Myanmar.

PM orders decentralization to resolve 1,533 stalled investment projects

PM Pham Minh Chinh urges authorities to act swiftly and decisively to address delays and unlock economic potential.

PM orders military and police to support Long Thanh airport construction

PM Pham Minh Chinh urges urgent mobilization of national forces to complete Vietnam’s key airport project by 2025.

Cavalry joins Vietnam’s national parade rehearsal for the first time

Well-trained horses and uniformed officers from the Mobile Police Force made an impressive debut in preparations for the April 30 celebration.