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Delays in staffing rotation to disadvantaged zones raise concerns among teachers

Mekong Delta shifts to greener farming under 1-million-hectare rice programme

Farmers are gradually adopting production methods that reduce emissions, increase value and protect the environment.

Top 10 Vietnamese Outstanding Young Faces of 2025 announced

The Top 10 Outstanding Young Vietnamese of 2025 include Lê Kiến Thành (education); Phạm Anh Tuấn and Đặng Thị Lệ Hằng (scientific research); Nguyễn Chí Đông (labour and production); Phạm Chí Nhu (business and startup); Đoàn Văn Chí (national defence); Trần Quốc Khánh (public security); Nguyễn Đình Bắc (sports); Nguyễn Thị Hòa (culture and arts); and Mùa A Thi (social activities).

Conference trains on sustainable livelihood for dog and cat traders, slaughterhouse owners in Hà Nội

Dog and cat traders, slaughterhouse owners in four wards of Hà Nội, including Xuân Phương, Dương Nội, Từ Liêm, and Hà Đông, were trained on how to change their livelihoods sustainably at a conference on March 20.

Opportunity in every cup

A Hà Nội cafe is helping people with autism gain skills, confidence and a place in the workforce. Let’s go with Việt Nam News’ reporters to see how it works.

Education ministry recognises Cambridge English qualifications

Cambridge English qualifications are trusted by more than 28,000 leading universities, employers and governments worldwide.

Quảng Trị strengthens fleet oversight to curb IUU fishing

The move has improved local fisheries management, leading to a significant drop in violations at sea.

Hà Nội to repurpose inner-city university land for social housing

Hà Nội plans to make use of 100 per cent of the city’s unutilised and vacant state-owned housing, ensuring compliance, transparency and avoiding wastefulness.

Government orders crackdown on fare hikes as oil prices surge

Transport companies must submit price declarations in line with legal requirements so fares accurately reflect costs.

Hà Nội begins construction on new sections of Ring Road 2.5

The project has a total investment of over VNĐ8.4 trillion (US$319.2 million) and is scheduled to be completed in 2026.

British tourist arrested after police officer stabbed

While officers were approaching to resolve the incident, the suspect suddenly pulled out a knife and attacked Major Lâm, causing serious injuries, before fleeing the scene.

Inter-hospital coordination saves cardiac arrest patients from acute heart attacks

Doctors at Thủ Đức General Hospital have successfully treated a series of critically ill patients with acute myocardial infarction, including cases complicated by cardiac arrest and ventricular fibrillation, with both carrying a high risk of death without rapid intervention.

Investing in people and culture key to happiness in Việt Nam: UNESCO representative

A sustained focus on education, culture and innovation is helping boost well-being in Việt Nam, a UNESCO official says.

Paediatric hospitals see spike in hand, foot and mouth cases amid outbreak fears

Health experts urge vigilance as infections rise 56 per cent and misconceptions about the disease persist among parents.

Hero of landslide rescue nominated for 'Outstanding Young Faces' award

Earlier this year, 27-year-old Thi was nominated as one of 19 candidates for the 2025 Outstanding Vietnamese Young Faces Award, expected to be presented later in March for Youth Month.

Young entrepreneur brings agriculture 4.0 to mushroom farming

Young entrepreneur Trần Tài is applying agriculture 4.0 to mushroom farming to build a high-tech, data-driven venture in HCM City.

Moving hospitals out of central Hà Nội may do more harm than good, expert warns

As Hà Nội maps out a 100-year development vision, a proposal to shift infectious disease hospitals to the outskirts is drawing concern over its potential impact on epidemic control.

Speeding up building renovations for comprehensive urban reconstruction

Hà Nội has more than 2,100 old apartment buildings that need re-assessing and renovating.

Vietnamese youth forum amplifies young voices for action in new era

At the forum, attention was given to expanding the youth's engagement, particularly among industrial workers and overseas students.

Minister of Health praises MSD's contributions over the past 30 years

Minister of Health Đào Hồng Lan presented the ministry's Certificate of Merit to MSD Vietnam and the Commemorative Medal "For People's Health" to two individuals: Katharina Geppert, managing director and Đàm Thị Hoàng Lan, external affairs director, MSD Vietnam.

Foreign ministry dismisses online claims of humanitarian aid to Iran

Informing the press on Việt Nam’s citizen protection measures amid the Middle East conflict, the foreign ministry's spokesperson said Vietnamese representative missions abroad are continuously update and monitor the situation while standing ready to implement necessary safety measures.