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.

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.

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.

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.

Vietnam targets equitable growth through Program 1719

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

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

Innovation sector must contribute 3% to GDP growth: Minister

Minister Nguyen Manh Hung has asked the innovation sector to contribute at least 3 percent to GDP growth, serving as a key driver to boost economic growth.

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.

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.

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.

HCM City to enroll 71,000 students into public grade 10 schools in 2025

Approximately 80% of students finishing grade 9 this year will have slots in public high schools, with admissions adjusted to local demand.

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.

Vietnam tightens stance on religious misinformation and social media abuse

Authorities are increasing efforts to counter online distortions targeting religious followers and threatening national unity.

Apple draws the line: These iPhones won't get iOS 19

iOS 19 is shaping up to be Apple’s biggest software evolution, but not every iPhone will make the cut. Find out which models are being left behind.

Vietnam acts to unblock stalled projects under legal review in major cities

Government issues guidance for resolving legal barriers to projects in Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, and Khanh Hoa.

Qualcomm acquires VinAI’s generative AI unit to boost R&D in Vietnam

Qualcomm strengthens its presence in Vietnam by acquiring Movian AI, VinAI's generative AI arm, as part of its global R&D expansion.

Government calls for streamlined, tech-enabled legislative drafting

Emphasizing efficiency and innovation, Vietnam's Government wants AI, databases, and post-checks integrated into lawmaking.