French tourist Jean-Paul Wisniewski writes a thank-you letter to local police in Phan Rang Ward, Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam, after recovering his lost phone on February 18, 2026. Photo: SuppliedAccording to officers, 65-year-old Jean-Paul Wisniewski had written to express his gratitude following the swift assistance he received. After recovering his property, the French visitor expressed joy and appreciation for the professionalism, friendliness, and efficiency demonstrated by the local police force. The original thank-you letter sent by French tourist Jean-Paul Wisniewski to police in Phan Rang Ward, Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam. Photo: SuppliedIn his letter, Wisniewski praised the officers’ dedication, adding that such responsible and supportive actions reinforced Vietnam’s image as a safe and welcoming destination for international visitors.

Abbreviated brand domains such as mb.vn, lg.vn, cj.vn and jd.vn are considered highly valuable in protecting and developing brand assets in the digital environment. On February 26, the Vietnam Internet Center (VNNIC) announced it will organize an online auction for the rights to use 50 two-character second-level national domain names under “.vn” in March 2026. VNNIC noted that two-letter domains within the “.vn” namespace are finite in number, concise in structure, easy to remember and carry strong brand recognition value. The auction will be conducted online using an ascending bid method, with each domain auctioned individually. A deposit of VND1 million (US$40) per domain is required, with a bidding increment of VND1 million (US$40).

The construction process of Long Thanh Airport. Photo: Nguyen HueThe Long Thanh International Airport project - a national key work - has a total estimated investment of about VND336 trillion (US$13.44 billion). Viet also serves as Director of the Long Thanh International Airport Project Management Board and was elected to ACV’s Board of Directors at the end of last month. A notable point is the rapid rise in construction-in-progress as Long Thanh accelerates. Phase 1 of the Long Thanh International Airport alone accounted for nearly VND34.2 trillion (US$1.37 billion), reflecting the project’s fast-tracked implementation.

The list of seven “illegally naturalized” players of Malaysia. Photo: Sea Sia GoalAccording to the latest update, CAS requires additional time to review the full case file, legal arguments and evidence submitted by all parties before delivering an official verdict. A CAS media representative confirmed that a preliminary decision could be issued next week, with the full written award, including detailed reasoning, to follow later. Given the sensitive nature of the case and the high level of public interest, CAS is likely to release a press statement immediately after reaching its initial conclusion. The delay keeps Malaysian football in a state of uncertainty, with potential implications for regional tournaments and qualification campaigns in the months ahead.

From now until March 1, Hanoi is expected to remain rain-free, with sunny afternoons. After this period, under the influence of a new cold air mass, Hanoi may experience scattered showers and thunderstorms. From March 3, the North will turn cold, and mountainous areas may experience localized cold spells. In the northern Central Highlands, scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected, mainly concentrated in the afternoon and evening. From March 3, the central central region may see rain and scattered showers, with thunderstorms in some locations.

A representative of the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Culture and Sports speaks at the press conference. Photo: Quoc NgocAmong the total of 30 artifacts and artifact groups honored nationwide in this round, Ho Chi Minh City is home to one artifact and one artifact group. According to the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Culture and Sports, the ceremony announcing the Prime Minister’s decision will take place at 7:30 am on March 6 at the Ho Chi Minh City Museum. The recognition of National Treasures goes beyond honoring the exceptional value of individual artifacts. Of these, 25 are currently preserved in Ho Chi Minh City at the Ho Chi Minh City Museum of History, the Ho Chi Minh City Museum, the Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts, the Binh Duong Museum, the Ba Ria - Vung Tau Museum, the Museum of Ceramics of the Early Age and the private Le Thanh Nghia collection.

Fighter jets perform at the second Vietnam International Defence Exhibition in 2024. The third Vietnam International Defense Expo will continue to be held at Gia Lam Airport, Long Bien Ward, Hanoi. In addition, Vietnam will invite leaders of state management agencies responsible for defense industry in countries that have established cooperation mechanisms or defense industry partnerships with Vietnam. The list further includes defense ministers, deputy defense ministers or defense secretaries from countries that maintain deputy minister-level strategic or defense policy dialogue mechanisms with Vietnam, as well as defense ministers from countries that have Comprehensive Strategic Partnerships, Strategic Partnerships or Comprehensive Partnerships with Vietnam. Equipment from foreign partners and domestic and international defense enterprises and groups will also be presented.

A scholarly lineage in the “village of doctorates”Dong Ngac village, now part of Dong Ngac ward in Hanoi, has long been recognized as a place where learning flourished and many rose to serve the nation as officials and intellectuals. In total, nine members of the Pham clan earned the title of doctor laureate and were honored at the Temple of Literature. Dong Ngac was not only known for successful examination candidates but also as a cradle of respected teachers. Echoes of the past in the heart of the ancient villageThe Pham ancestral house has endured many historical upheavals alongside Dong Ngac village. Pham Thi Xuan Mai proudly introduces the history of the ancient house - a branch ancestral house of the Pham clan.

Vietnam’s Nguyen Dinh Bac celebrates scoring during the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia, January 2026. Photo: Asian Football ConfederationDinh Bac received a red card in Vietnam’s third-place match against South Korea at the tournament in Saudi Arabia in January. Vietnam won the bronze medal after beating South Korea 7-6 in a penalty shootout following a 2-2 draw after extra time. Dinh Bac, who scored four goals to finish as the tournament’s top scorer, will be ineligible for the 2028 edition of the U23 Asian Cup due to age restrictions. In February, the VFF was also fined a total of $3,000 over violations involving Vietnam’s futsal team at the 2026 AFC Futsal Asian Cup in Indonesia.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has ordered that phase 1 of Long Thanh International Airport, located in Dong Nai Province, southern Vietnam, be completed in the first half of 2026. -- Northern Vietnam may experience easing rainfall and rising temperatures on Friday, while the southern region will continue to face widespread unseasonal showers and thunderstorms, according to the national weather center. -- Authorities in Khanh Hoa Province have deported a 49-year-old Kazakh national wanted internationally under an Interpol Red Notice, police confirmed on Thursday. -- A 52-seater passenger bus overturned on National Highway 14 passing through Dong Nai Province on Thursday, leaving one person dead and two others injured. -- Nineteen people were hospitalized on Tuesday after eating ‘banh mi’ from a local bakery in Dong Thap Province, prompting the Ministry of Health to order an urgent investigation into suspected food poisoning, local media reported.

In January, Thailand unexpectedly became the second-largest buyer of Vietnamese “black gold”, quadrupling its spending to import more than 1,200 tonnes of pepper. Vietnam’s pepper exports have risen sharply. Regarding export markets, the US remained the largest customer in January, accounting for 24.5 percent of total pepper shipments. Notably, in January Thailand sharply increased its spending, paying nearly US$8.93 million to purchase 1,223 tonnes of Vietnamese pepper. As a result, Thailand rose from seventh position to become the second-largest buyer of Vietnamese pepper, accounting for 5.64 percent of total export volume, behind only the US.

Military working dogs perform at the Vietnam International Defence Expo 2024. Photo by Thach ThaoThe Ministry of National Defence this morning convened a conference to prepare for the third Vietnam International Defence Expo. Senior Lieutenant General Nguyen Truong Thang, Deputy Minister of National Defence, chaired the meeting. Reporting at the conference, Major General Phan Thi Hoai Van, Deputy Director of the General Department of Defence Industry, noted that the Vietnam International Defence Expo has been held twice, each edition expanding in scale and improving in quality. The project for the third Vietnam International Defence Expo - 2026, under the theme “Peace, Friendship, Cooperation for Mutual Development”, envisions a large-scale event.

In Dak Ko Dem village, Dak Ui commune, Quang Ngai Province, these days bring a vivid sight: lush coffee gardens stretching across the hills and the resonant sound of gongs calling Spring home. It is here that the Xo Dang people feel most clearly the warmth of prosperity and their aspiration to rise. Photo: Ngoc ChiProsperity taking rootDak Ko Dem has 218 households, nearly 100 percent belonging to the Xo Dang ethnic group, To Dra branch. Y Hue, Party Cell Secretary of Dak Ko Dem village, Dak Ui commune, shared that the most significant change has been a shift in production mindset. A Wui, another villager, said the image of the neu tree welcoming Spring is a cultural symbol and a source of pride.

After graduating from high school, Hai was admitted to the University of Social Sciences and Humanities under Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: NVCCWhat Hai remains deeply grateful for is how his university lecturers treated him during those difficult years. That reassurance gave me peace of mind to owe tuition for six consecutive semesters,” Hai said. As his life gradually stabilized, he returned to the university to settle all outstanding tuition fees and retrieve his original diploma. But I will always remember the kindness of my lecturers,” Hai said.

Dinh Bac is suspended for two matches following his red card at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup. Photo: AFCThe Asian Football Confederation has officially imposed disciplinary sanctions on forward Nguyen Dinh Bac following his red card in the bronze medal match between U23 Vietnam and U23 South Korea at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup. Despite being reduced to ten men, U23 Vietnam fought resiliently and secured victory after a tense penalty shootout. In addition, both players will also miss Vietnam’s opening match at the ASEAN Cup 2026, scheduled for July. At the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup, Dinh Bac delivered an outstanding campaign, claiming the Golden Boot with four goals and earning two awards for Best Goal of the Group Stage and Best Goal of the Tournament.