Mekong Delta to expand high-quality, low-emission rice cultivation

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has agreed with local authorities in the Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta to further expand the model of high-quality, low-emission rice cultivation under a one million hectare rice project, aiming towards environmentally friendly and globally competitive agricultural production.

Thổ woman rebuilds forests and futures in Thanh Hóa

Nguyễn Lê Ngọc Linh left behind a stable job in Hà Nội to revive barren hills and restore livelihoods in her native Như Xuân. Her forest garden is now a model for sustainable development rooted in local wisdom.

Vesak day 2025

The United Nations Day of Vesak 2025 is underway in HCM City's Việt Nam Buddhist Academy from May 6 to 8. It is an international-level cultural event to celebrate Buddhism, a religion that plays a big part in shaping Việt Nam's history and culture, as well as to promote human rights.

From silence to school: how traditional medicine helps children with autism

At the National Hospital of Acupuncture, traditional medicine is being creatively integrated into modern therapies to support children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Over the past several years, thousands of young patients have been treated, benefitting from a unique blend of acupuncture and developmental interventions.

Rural school clean water programme continues in Quảng Nam

Lifestart Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation based in Hội An and originating from Australia, has recently donated ten additional clean water filtration systems and water tanks to ten underprivileged schools in the mountainous areas of Quảng Nam Province.

Việt Nam reaffirms commitment to peaceful use of outer space

Việt Nam has made steady progress in building a national legal and policy framework to advance space activities over the past decade, according to Ambassador Vũ Lê Thái Hoàng, Permanent Representative of Việt Nam to the UN and international organisations.

President attends UN Day of Vesak Celebrations 2025 in HCM City

Vesak, a major international religious event, holds great significance for Buddhists and those interested in Buddhism worldwide, including the Việt Nam Buddhist Sangha (VBS) and the country and people of Việt Nam, said State President Lương Cường.

Hidden war tunnel

Step back into history with a rare glimpse inside one of the tunnels in the heart of HCM City used by the Saigon Special Forces. This underground passage once stored over two tonnes of weapons and played a crucial role during the resistance war with America.

Digital technology for the elderly

Elderly people are among the most at risk of being left behind in today’s digital age. But a unique AI class in Hà Nội’s Cầu Giấy District is working to ensure that doesn't happen. Seniors are now learning to use smartphones and AI applications for entertainment, shopping, communication and more.

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