Farmers harvest watermelons ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday in Vietnam. -- Vietnamese police have fined a man VND2.5 million (US$95) for approaching foreign tourists to offer drugs in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, authorities said on Sunday. Ho Chi Minh City-- Ho Chi Minh City will continue to expand trials of delivery drones with longer flight routes and roll out more complex operating scenarios, including flights in rain and strong winds as well as control-signal loss and technical failures, the city’s Department of Science and Technology said. -- A 20-meter-long and 10-meter-wide section of road along the Tau Hu Canal in Ho Chi Minh City collapsed on Sunday, prompting authorities to cordon off the area as they investigated the cause and carry out repairs. Economy-- Vietnam’s Gia Lai Province has approved the investment policy and selected an investor for the Tay Giang Industrial Park project in Binh Khe Commune, a 300-hectare development with a total investment of nearly VND1.8 trillion ($68.5 million), authorities said on Sunday.

According to Dr Linh, in the UK, many foreign doctors are studying and practicing, but the number of Vietnamese doctors remains limited. Challenging early daysFew know that to achieve today's success, Dr. Do Thi Ngoc Linh underwent a long and arduous journey. She and her team performed reattachments of severed body parts using microsurgery, expanding treatment capabilities for such injuries in Vietnam. Dr Linh said surgeons must receive training in microsurgery and have solid practical experience. Beside microsurgery, since 2008, plastic surgeons and vascular interventionists in Vietnam have researched arteriovenous malformations (AVM) in the head, face, and neck.Dr.

Vietnam’s under-23 team have only managed to defeat China in friendly tournaments. Photo: TED TranAhead of the semifinal at the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026, optimism is running high among Vietnamese fans, fueled by the Vietnamese team’s encouraging recent results. In contrast, when it comes to official competitions such as the Asian Games or continental qualifiers, history tilts decisively in favor of China’s U23 team. At the Asian Games in 2002 and 2010, Vietnam’s U23 team were comprehensively beaten by China, suffering defeats of 0-2 and 0-3, respectively. Vietnam will take on China in the semifinal match of the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup at 10:30 pm next Tuesday.

Beyond financial loss, elderly victims often suffer psychological shock, which can lead to a rejection of technology altogether. Meanwhile, Vietnamese telecom operators are striving to build automatic “protective layers,” such as integrating directly into Wi-Fi modems. Viettel has proposed a model similar to Singapore’s ScamShield, with the participation of financial institutions, telecom operators, and citizens. Telecom operators provide early warnings and block scam calls, messages, and websites, and citizens share information with agencies and organizations. Equipping oneself with basic knowledge and skills to protect personal information is the “key” to staying safe in the digital environment.

Digital transformation not only helps culture reach wider audiences but also opens up new, sustainable livelihood paths for highland communities. The videos have given customers inside and outside the province the most realistic view of the diversity of brocade products. “The videos introducing brocade costumes posted on TikTok and Facebook have attracted thousands of likes and hundreds of comments. Thanks to selling products on digital platforms, every year I consume more than 1,500 brocade products. "Young people are becoming a bridge bringing ethnic culture closer to modern society.

Lam Dong Province is hosting the Da Lat Cherry Blossom Festival. -- Police in Da Nang City, central Vietnam have busted a cryptocurrency investment fraud ring involving some individuals in Cambodia that swindled several victims out of billions of Vietnamese dong. To date, relevant authorities have cleared 5,350 hectares of landmines and explosive remnants of war, just 2.2 percent of the contaminated area. The cars are collateral assets for loans taken out by BG Taxi, a traditional taxi operator that once operated in Hanoi. Travel-- The Da Lat Cherry Blossom Festival kicked off in Lam Dong Province on Friday, drawing crowds of residents and tourists.

In Vietnam, Hue City has long been linked to mother-of-pearl inlay through its history as a former royal capital. A new generation works to preserve an old soulAt 33, Dat has spent more than two decades practicing mother-of-pearl inlay. His path was set the first time he encountered a mother-of-pearl inlay craftsman. Though passionate and articulate when speaking about his craft, Dat’s voice softens when he acknowledges the reality facing mother-of-pearl inlay today. Today, his workshop includes a woodworking unit, a carving studio and a mother-of-pearl inlay section.

Children are pictured with Tran Dang Nghia and his wife during their wedding photoshoot in Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam 12 years ago. They wanted to find the children who appeared in their wedding pictures, kids they only met briefly, and somehow never quite forgot. So the couple reached out to local pages and community groups in Nha Trang, hoping the right people would see it. By the evening of January 14, the page 'Nha Trang chap chap' reposted the story. Ngoc Phuong (R, 3rd) and the others are reunited with the couple and their two sons in Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam.

Located in Lam Son commune, Luan Van village in Thanh Hoa province is considered the heartland of this specialty pomelo. With its signature red flesh and distinctive aroma, the Luan Van pomelo is seen as a symbol of luck, prosperity, and abundance. Photo: Le DuongLuan Van pomelos ripen from green to yellow, then develop a deep red color by Tet. Photo: Le DuongAccording to longtime trader Kim Thi Nguyet, who has been in the business for nearly two decades, demand for the red pomelo has surged in recent years. A fruit like no otherWhat sets the Luan Van pomelo apart is its color transformation.

Tai Quang Thanh, born in 2006, is currently a first-year student majoring in dance choreography at Hanoi University of Theatre and Cinema. In 7th grade, noticing his son's passion, Thanh’s father suggested he try auditioning for the Vietnam Dance Academy. At the Vietnam Dance Academy, Thanh balanced general education with specialized training. While working with the troupe, Thanh developed a desire to be more creative and go deeper into preserving and developing the traditional dance heritage of ethnic minorities through modern artistic language. Previously, at the Vietnam Dance Academy, Thanh had been formally trained in dance drama and ballet.

It is estimated that 1 in every 8 women will develop breast cancer during their lifetime, reports say. Breast cancer is the most common malignant disease among women. GLOBOCAN reported that in 2022, more than 2.2 million women worldwide were diagnosed with breast cancer, with over 666,000 deaths. To detect the disease early, all women of reproductive age (from 18 years old) should perform regular breast self-examinations. Women over 40 should undergo breast cancer screening with breast ultrasound or mammography.

Divided into three themed floors, the museum takes visitors through a curated path that ends with a steaming bowl of pho, served in an immersive dining space. Right from the entrance, visitors are greeted by the warm scent of cinnamon and star anise - the soul of a good pho broth. According to co-founder Le Nhat Thanh, the idea for the museum had been brewing for years. “We want them to understand where it came from - and why it matters.”The Pho Museum is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., including during Tet holidays. Visitors are welcomed by the aromatic notes of cinnamon and star anise upon enteringThe museum features more than 200 certified artifacts showcasing pho culture from North, Central, and South Vietnam.

Vietnam’s higher education system currently employs nearly 94,000 university lecturers, but only a modest portion of them hold academic titles or doctoral degrees - a shortfall that experts warn could limit the country’s educational progress on the global stage. Compared to 2022, when Vietnam had 86,048 lecturers, the country’s academic workforce grew by 7,906 by 2025 - a notable expansion. Digital competency still limitedIn the context of Vietnam’s push toward digital transformation, digital fluency among lecturers is becoming increasingly critical. At the heart of this strategy is the standardization of digital competencies for university lecturers - which currently lack a consistent national evaluation framework. Alongside digital upskilling, universities should strengthen scientific research and innovation, encouraging faculty to publish internationally and apply research findings to real-world problems.

Thanh Thuy is voted Vietnam’s Most Popular Athlete of 2025. In a competitive field that included swimming star Nguyen Huy Hoang, track sensation Nguyen Thi Oanh, and rising football talent Nguyen Dinh Bac, Thanh Thuy stood out with a commanding share of the vote. A year of triumph and leadershipThroughout 2025, Thanh Thuy further solidified her position as a leader - both emotionally and tactically - within the national team. At the club level, she helped VTV Binh Dien Long An reach the finals of the Asian Women’s Club Volleyball Championship, finishing as runners-up. Despite the setback, Thanh Thuy remains a key contributor and continues to elevate her game in one of Asia’s most competitive volleyball environments.

In the ancient village of Duong Lam (Son Tay, Hanoi), a remarkable local specialty is still crafted by hand using a method passed down for over a thousand years. Duong Lam is already known for its centuries-old houses and rich history, but its culinary heritage is just as captivating. Legend holds that after his historic victory on the Bach Dang River in 938, King Ngo Quyen served this pork roast to his troops. Ever since, Duong Lam villagers have proudly prepared thịt quay đòn for festive feasts, weddings, ancestral rites, and visiting guests. The marinade is ground from a blend of wild guava leaves, shallots, pepper, MSG, fish sauce, salt, and five-spice powder.