Op-ed: To make ‘banh mi’ safe, Vietnamese vendors must change
In-Depth‘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-DepthArriving 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-DepthInfidelity 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-DepthYoung 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-DepthOne 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-DepthAmid 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-DepthIn 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-DepthGreen 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.
Vietnamese experts, parents back Australia’s social media ban for under-16s
In-DepthAustralia’s ban on social media for children under 16 has gained strong support in Vietnam, where experts and parents see it as essential for protecting young people’s mental health and comprehensive development.
SEA Games controversies continue as athletes, including Vietnam’s, face unfair judging
In-DepthControversies surrounding referee decisions continue to overshadow the 2025 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Thailand, as athletes, including many of Vietnam, face unfair rulings in multiple sports.
