How lifestyle economy makes a livable Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 16:52 28/12/2025Ho Chi Minh City has been increasingly talking about ‘lifestyle economy’ as a new driver of growth, but for a metropolis of more than 10 million people, sustainable development must begin with the everyday rhythms of the majority of its residents.
'Acoustic hazard': Noise complaints spark Vietnam pickleball wars
In-Depth 15:14 28/12/2025The piercing pop-pop of pickleball paddles starts before sunrise and ends after midnight at dozens of newly built courts across Hanoi, as residents relish one of Vietnam's fastest-growing sports -- or rage at the noise it makes.
Vietnam-China MMA duo ends in thrilling draw at Lion Championship 29
Vietnam News 14:02 28/12/2025The Lion Championship 29 delivered a night of high-octane mixed martial arts (MMA) as Vietnamese and Chinese fighters went head-to-head in Hanoi on Saturday, with the marquee MMA Duo bout ending in an electrifying draw.
Hanoi police detain father, son over dog attack on neighbors
Vietnam News 13:10 28/12/2025Police in Hanoi have placed a father and his son under temporary criminal detention as they were accused of releasing a dog to attack neighbors after their dispute, leaving a married couple injured.
Vietnam reports 415 killed or missing in natural disasters in 2025
Vietnam News 11:42 26/12/2025Vietnam has recorded 415 people killed or missing and 728 injured due to natural disasters so far in 2025, the Ministry of Public Security said on Friday.
Police probe dam releases in Vietnam’s Dak Lak, where historic floods killed 113
Vietnam News 18:31 20/12/2025Historic floods that struck Dak Lak Province, south-central Vietnam, late last month left 113 people dead and caused massive damage, provincial authorities said, adding that the Ministry of Public Security is investigating whether the discharge of the Song Ba Ha hydropower plant was conducted properly.
How central Vietnam can ease pain of natural disasters
Vietnam News 17:39 17/12/2025For central Vietnam to truly ‘live with floods,’ it needs fundamental, long-term solutions built on three key pillars, including reorganizing living space, restoring natural ecosystems, and strengthening community capacity.
Vietnam's Khanh Hoa warns of new flood risk, orders evacuations from high-risk areas
Vietnam News 13:22 10/12/2025The administration of Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam has issued an urgent warning about a possible new flood wave on local rivers and streams from Tuesday night to Thursday, calling on authorities to prepare immediate evacuations from areas prone to flooding and landslides.
Op-ed: To make ‘banh mi’ safe, Vietnamese vendors must change
In-Depth 12:22 26/12/2025‘Banh mi’ is not just a convenient meal; it is part of urban life and a defining feature of Vietnam’s street-food culture.
When AI cameras reshape public conduct in Vietnam
In-Depth 14:34 24/12/2025Arriving in Hanoi last week, I noticed something quietly striking as lines of vehicles waited neatly behind stop lines.
Digital infidelity in Vietnam: Married to the game or to each other?
In-Depth 10:57 23/12/2025Infidelity in the digital age no longer needs a hotel room or a paper trail but it rather unfolds quietly through screens and usernames.
Sedentary lifestyles drive rise in early joint degeneration among young adults in Vietnam
In-Depth 13:33 22/12/2025Young adults in Vietnam are increasingly being diagnosed with joint and spine disorders once associated mainly with old age, as sedentary lifestyles and heavy technology use take a growing toll on musculoskeletal health.
Who’s teaching Vietnam’s next generation how to live in cyberspace?
In-Depth 12:16 21/12/2025One day he was on the TEDx stage delivering an inspiring speech and the next day he was named a fraud. Last month, a rising IELTS creator who aspired to make English learning more affordable for Vietnamese students stumbled through a few mispronunciations and awkward grammatical errors.
Refereeing controversies deepen chaos at SEA Games in Thailand
In-Depth 14:21 19/12/2025Amid a 2025 Southeast Asian Games already weighed down by logistical failures and complaints from athletes, a wave of refereeing controversies has pushed the regional competition into deeper disarray.
Businesses and the journey to shaping Vietnam’s future for every child
In-Depth 14:00 18/12/2025In a new development context shaped by climate change, digital transformation and population ageing, Vietnam is increasingly recognizing investment in children as a decisive driver of national competitiveness.
Green consumption reshapes lifestyles, fuels business competitiveness in Vietnam
In-Depth 17:28 17/12/2025Green consumption is no longer a niche trend but is increasingly becoming a lifestyle choice among young Vietnamese, prompting businesses to rethink products and strategies to meet rising sustainability demand and strengthen long-term competitiveness.
'Make emitters responsible': Thailand's clean air activists
World 16:50 28/12/2025A finance specialist who struggled after running in smog and a doctor who fears for the health of his children are among the activists spearheading landmark air pollution legislation in Thailand despite political uncertainty.
At least 15 dead, 19 injured in Guatemala bus accident
World 15:35 28/12/2025GUATEMALA CITY - At least 15 people were killed and 19 injured after a passenger bus plunged into a ravine on the Inter-American Highway in western Guatemala, authorities said on Saturday.
‘Don’t come to Vietnam—you’ll never want to leave,’ Spanish digital nomad quips
Travel 15:35 28/12/2025A Spanish digital nomad has gone viral on TikTok, drawing more than 1.3 million views after explaining why visitors to Vietnam may find it nearly impossible to leave once they arrive.
China issues draft rules to regulate AI with human-like interaction
World 14:55 28/12/2025BEIJING - China's cyber regulator on Saturday issued draft rules for public comment that would tighten oversight of artificial intelligence services designed to simulate human personalities and engage users in emotional interaction.
Vietnam indefinitely halts Bach Ma Mountain tourism after severe landslides
Travel 13:55 28/12/2025The road leading to the peak of Bach Ma National Park in central Vietnam has been severely damaged by landslides following historic floods in October, bringing tourism to a near standstill and hampering forest protection patrols, local authorities said.
Valencia coach Fernando Martin dies in Indonesia boat accident
World 12:17 28/12/2025JAKARTA - Fernando Martin, a coach with Valencia CF, has died with three members of his family after their boat capsized in Indonesia, Spanish football clubs said.
2 new auto brands to enter Vietnam in 2026
Economy 10:51 28/12/2025Vietnam’s automotive market is set to welcome two entirely new brands in 2026, with Lotus and Zeekr officially confirmed for launch.
Vietnam welcomes new Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire amid border clashes
Vietnam News 10:15 28/12/2025Vietnam welcomes a new ceasefire reached between Thailand and Cambodia, expressing confidence that both countries will implement the accord effectively and continue peaceful negotiations to resolve their border disputes, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Saturday.
Foreign cyclist completes 22,000km journey, donates bike to aid flood-prone communities in Da Nang
Expat Life 10:09 28/12/2025A Spanish endurance cyclist who rode more than 22,000 kilometers across dozens of countries has donated his bicycle and gear in Da Nang City, central Vietnam to raise funds for flood relief.
Arsenal ignore injury woes to retain top spot with win over Brighton
World 10:07 28/12/2025Arsenal ignored their defensive injury crisis to return to the top of the Premier League with a tense 2-1 win against Brighton on Saturday.
Spanish family of four missing after boat sinks off Indonesia
World 10:07 28/12/2025MADRID/JAKARTA - Four members of a Spanish family are missing after a boat carrying eleven people sank off the coast of Indonesia in extreme weather, Spanish and Indonesian authorities said on Saturday.
Vietnam welcomes new Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire amid border clashes
Vietnam News 10:15 28/12/2025Vietnam welcomes a new ceasefire reached between Thailand and Cambodia, expressing confidence that both countries will implement the accord effectively and continue peaceful negotiations to resolve their border disputes, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Saturday.
Vietnam military mobilizes forces to contain oil spill at Dung Quat
Vietnam News 17:13 27/12/2025Vietnam’s Ministry of National Defense has deployed equipment and more than 200 personnel to contain and clean up an oil spill at the Dung Quat Economic Zone in central Quang Ngai Province, officials said at a press briefing on Saturday.
Drain cleaner explosion leaves Hanoi woman seriously burned
Vietnam News 16:50 27/12/2025A 47-year-old woman in Hanoi suffered severe chemical burns after a drain-cleaning product exploded while she was unclogging a toilet, prompting doctors at Hospital E to warn the public about the dangers of using corrosive household chemicals improperly.
9 killed, 8 injured after bus carrying charity group overturns in northern Vietnam
Vietnam News 14:26 27/12/2025A passenger bus carrying a charity group from Hanoi overturned on a mountainous road in Phinh Ho Commune, Lao Cai Province, northern Vietnam on Saturday morning, leaving nine people dead and eight others injured, local authorities confirmed after rescue operations were completed.
Ho Chi Minh City police charge 2 employees of French-invested CityZoo with $671,500 embezzlement
Ho Chi Minh City 09:31 28/12/2025Police in Ho Chi Minh City have charged two employees of CityZoo Company, whose director and legal representative is P.S.M., a French national, with embezzling more than VND17.7 billion (US$671,500).
Ho Chi Minh City schools allowed to extend Lunar New Year break to 14 days
Ho Chi Minh City 08:09 28/12/2025Schools in Ho Chi Minh City may allow students to take up to 14 days off for the 2026 Lunar New Year holiday, extending beyond the officially mandated 11-day break, according to guidance issued by the city’s education authority on Saturday.
Ho Chi Minh City students to get 11-day Lunar New Year break in 2026
Ho Chi Minh City 16:07 27/12/2025Ho Chi Minh City authorities have approved an 11-day Lunar New Year holiday for students at all education levels in 2026, with the break running from February 12 to February 22, according to a decision issued by the municipal administration.
Ho Chi Minh City holds drill simulating radiation incident after traffic accident
Ho Chi Minh City 14:51 27/12/2025Ho Chi Minh City authorities on Saturday staged an emergency drill to test their response to a radiation incident after a simulated traffic accident involving radioactive materials near a major hospital.
Vietnam football referee dies after collapsing during amateur match: reports
Ho Chi Minh City 12:21 27/12/2025A Vietnamese football referee died on Wednesday night after collapsing during an amateur match in Ho Chi Minh City, according to local football officials and social media posts from colleagues.
