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Welcoming film crews, localities see number of tourists soar 200%

The geographic locations used as settings in famous movies often become attractive destinations for tourists. However, while Thailand can receive 100 film crews each year, Vietnam receives only a modest number.

Debate sparks online over Miss Universe Vietnam 2024's educational background

The controversy surrounding the incomplete university education of Miss Universe Vietnam 2024 Nguyen Cao Ky Duyen has resurfaced online. This follows a trend where several Vietnamese beauty queens have faced scrutiny over their academic backgrounds.

High tech is the answer in price competition with rivals

As cross-border competition is always fierce, domestic enterprises need to use high technology to win the price war.

Vietnam solar, wind power development proceeding slowly

Looking at what is happening with solar and wind power today, one would think that the goal of using renewable energy as the pillar of the power system in Vietnam is too ambitious.

Bank notes, letters from children, and VND1.001 trillion given to compatriots

Among the millions of donations sent to the Vietnam Fatherland Front to support storm- and flood-stricken people, there were many banknotes with small face value, piggybanks, and letters from children.

Breaking boundaries: Sophie Trinh’s intimate nude self-portraits exhibition

After six years of preparation, Sophie Trinh has unveiled a unique collection of nude self-portraits in Hanoi, pushing the boundaries of Vietnamese art. In this bold exhibition, she explores the depth of her emotions through her own body.

Man imports edible sheets of gold to make pricey mooncakes

Nguyen Vu Long, 36, in HCM City, imports 9999 sheet gold from Germany to make his mooncakes.

Experts highlight unusual features of Typhoon Yagi, the strongest in 30 years

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has reported several unusual characteristics of Typhoon Yagi, which rapidly intensified into a super typhoon and brought unprecedented damage to northern Vietnam.

Young Hanoian keeps traditional crafts alive

Ngo Quy Duc, a Hanoi native, is the founder of the "Return to the Village" project, which has helped many traditional craft villages promote and sell their products, expand their markets, and develop craft village tourism.

11th grade winner of IOT gold receives special message from his mother

Hoang Xuan Bach, an 11th grader at the High School for the Gifted in Natural Sciences under the University of Natural Sciences, has won gold at the 2024 International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI).

Breaking cultural norms: The artistic freedom of nude paintings

Though often misunderstood, the practice of nude art is a discipline rooted in centuries of artistic tradition. Modern Vietnamese artists are revisiting this art form, seeking to bridge the gap between creativity and cultural boundaries.

Nude paintings in Vietnam: Art form or taboo?

Nude art has long fascinated both artists and audiences, but in Vietnam, it remains a contentious subject.

International volunteers join Vietnam's efforts to aid flood-stricken areas

Stranded by floods, foreigners in Vietnam have found a unique way to contribute, assisting in relief efforts and helping flood-stricken communities in the northern provinces.

Private petrol companies face hardship, while Petrolimex makes big profits

While many private oil and gas companies are struggling with losses and huge tax debts, and their leaders are banned from leaving the country, Petrolimex, the biggest player in the field, has reported impressive business results.

Officials’ assets with unknown origin discovered during searches

In many cases, large amounts of undeclared assets of unknown origin have been discovered only after police searched officials’ homes, which indicates that false declarations of assets and income are still occurring frequently.

Korean diner tries super-expensive steamed sticky rice, raising arguments

The steamed sticky rice, made of high-grade materials, including Ca Mau crabs and glutinous roundgrain rice, has attracted many diners despite the sky high price of VND660,000-990,000 per serving.

Cancer patients in HCM City have to travel long distances for PET/CT scans

The shortage of radioactive drugs for PET/CT scans in HCM City has not been settled after many years, with many cancer patients forced to travel to Hanoi and Da Nang to have a PET/CT scan.

Told to wait for PET/CT scan, cancer patients faint in pain

It takes many cancer patients one or two months, from the time of cancer suspicion to the day to have a PET/CT scan, to confirm the presence of the disease.

The paradoxes in Vietnam’s economy

After great efforts, Vietnam’s economy has regained a growth momentum, but a paradox still exists.

Le Hong Minh: The risk-taker behind VNG's rise and challenges

Le Hong Minh, the founder and CEO of VNG Corporation (formerly Vinagame), reflects on his remarkable journey from a gaming enthusiast to the head of a billion-dollar tech unicorn.