Four multi-trillion VND projects under Central Steering Committee's scrutiny

The Vicem Operations Center, Hoi Xuan Hydropower project, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs office building, and Subproject 2 are mammoth projects with investment capital of trillions of dong that have been delayed for years and remain incomplete.

University professor is proud owner of 300 Earth God statues

Nguyen Hieu Tin, known as a prestigious stamp collector, is also the owner of an impressive and unique collection of Ong Dia (Earth Gods) statues.

Conversion of IELTS, TOEFL scores to English exam scores varies by school

Universities in Vietnam are converting IELTS and TOEFL scores to English exam scores for 2025 university admissions in varying ways, but a unified standard would be preferable.

Power giant mistakes loss for profit, then raises VND1.8 trillion of capital

A lawyer has urged authorities to investigate a misleading disclosure that occurred when Thang Long Power JSC corrected its business results from a loss to a profit nearly a year after releasing its financial report.

Angolan man enjoys Vietnamese hot pot, says it makes him 'stronger'

Trying Vietnamese hot pot loaded with various meats, an Angolan man jokingly confessed he felt strong enough to carry dozens of rice sacks without tiring.

Why this Vietnamese doctor turned down Harvard for a hospital job

After earning his PhD and receiving a prestigious invitation from Harvard, Dr. Duong Thanh Tai made a surprising career decision.

Cooking through time: The Saigon street chef who never quit

Mrs. Tran Nga Kieu, 88, has been cooking on a street corner in Ho Chi Minh City for over 40 years, using a cast-iron pan and kerosene stove to serve beloved dishes.

Residents claim loss of 4 houses, billions of dong due to 'bride export' scheme

Dozens of people in Hai Duong face the risk of losing hundreds of billions of VND after trusting a scheme to "export" brides and send workers to South Korea.

Hydrogen economy: A distant dream or future reality?

Despite its promise, the hydrogen economy faces numerous challenges, including high costs and low efficiency, hindering its widespread adoption.

52 provinces proposed for merger: Central and Southern Vietnam in focus

Authorities are considering merging 52 provinces to expand development space and strengthen regional cohesion. Central and Southern Vietnam, comprising 34 provinces, are at the core of this ambitious plan.

10,000 Vietnamese flags to fly at heartwarming festival in Japan

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the reunification of Vietnam (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2025), the Vietnam Heart Festival will take place from May 3 to 4 in Higashiosaka, Japan, showcasing a spectacular display of 10,000 Vietnamese flags.

The flying shrimp of Hanoi: A rare treat from the Red River

This rare insect from the Red River, known as "con vo," is prized for its unique flavor, emerging just a few times a year and fetching high prices.

Binh Dinh secures $8 billion in investment commitments across 62 projects

Binh Dinh Province has secured investment commitments worth more than $8 billion across 62 projects, spanning various sectors including high-tech, industrial, tourism, and logistics.

Vietnam pushes green vehicles as air pollution ranks among Asia's worst

Facing significant air pollution challenges, Vietnam is implementing green mobility strategies to transition towards sustainable transportation.

Vietnam’s ICT giants lead the nation’s digital revolution

Viettel, VNPT, MobiFone, FPT, CMC, and VNG are driving Vietnam’s digital transformation, making a global impact.

Hanoi police uncover hacking of government websites with embedded gambling ads

The Hanoi Police Department has recently uncovered a series of cyberattacks targeting numerous government websites (gov.vn), where hackers embedded, published, redirected, or linked gambling and betting ads.

Bringing AI to healthcare: Dr. Pham Huy Hieu’s journey of innovation and impact

The 33-year-old scientist shares his vision for affordable and scalable medical technology.

Two elderly friends in Thanh Hoa move closer after nearly 90 years of friendship

Two elderly women in Thanh Hoa prove that true friendship knows no age, moving back to live closer after decades apart.

Secrets of poet Nguyen Khuyen’s 100-year-old wooden house revealed

Discover how the ancient residence of poet Nguyen Khuyen preserves philosophical wisdom and historical artifacts.

Ducati Hanoi showroom suspends new model display but stays open for service

Ducati has clarified that its Hanoi showroom is not closing permanently but will temporarily stop displaying new models, while maintenance and repair services continue.

Developing a market roadmap for Vietnam’s digital technology enterprises

The development of the Vietnam Digital Technology Enterprise Map aims to position Vietnamese enterprises in the market, enhancing their competitiveness and expanding opportunities for domestic and international collaboration.

High-rise chaos in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi amid Myanmar quake tremors

A powerful earthquake measuring 7.7 on the Richter scale struck central Myanmar on March 28, sending shockwaves as far as Vietnam and causing panic among residents of high-rise buildings in cities like Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Binh Duong.

Expert suggests cutting personal income tax to ease financial pressure

The current progressive personal income tax (PIT) list has seven brackets, with rates from 5 percent to 35 percent. Experts have suggested reducing it to five brackets, with the highest rate capped at 25 percent.

Vietnam’s private sector struggles with systemic obstacles

Despite playing a vital role in GDP growth, private enterprises face persistent challenges, especially in institutional reform and access to resources.

Vietnam to tackle illegal crypto exchanges with tough regulations

As Vietnam moves to pilot legal cryptocurrency exchanges, authorities emphasize the need for strict penalties against unlicensed platforms.