Việt Nam News

Though school regulations do not allow students to use mobile phones in classes, I’ve seen many cases, including my nephews, carrying smartphones and using them publicly in schools.

A short story by Hoàng Hiền

The Hồ Chí Minh Trail proved a vital lifeline on the country's path to reunification, but keeping it open came at a high price

For more than 20 years, Rơ Mah Kem from the village of Grông has been quietly guarding the precious giáng hương (sandalwood) forest in Ia Kriêng Commune in the Central Highland province of Gia Lai.

Established in 2012 with a people-focused design philosophy, MPN + Partners has earned international awards. The firm’s co-founder, young architect Nguyễn Phúc Minh talks to Khánh Chi about the young firm’s philosophy, objectives and more.

Phàn Thị Phương is the party secretary of La Vân Village, Phong Thổ District in the northern province of Lai Châu. For more than ten years, she has devoted her time visiting every household in the district to help eradicate poverty.

Wondering how to combine a delicious lunch with balance and diversity? Hồ Hoàng reports

The Sunshine State’s Farmers Markets are legendary for their wonderful varieties of freshly-harvested vegetables. We combine a colourful bouquet of baby veg in refreshing lemon vinaigrette to complement glazed salmon, cooked to perfection in olive oil.

Teed Off with Robert Bicknell

It was an historic milestone when North Việt Nam and South Việt Nam joined together. To commemorate this reunification, a food reviewer has tasted foods from both sides.

Buddhism first came to Việt Nam more than 2,000 years ago. It has been widely developed and practised by millions of local people over the years. There are more than 14,000 pagodas, which account for more than 30 per cent of the total number of relics in Việt Nam.

Spice up your taste buds with a flavorsome dining experience of Seaweed Pasta with Scallop, a simple yet delicious twist by chef Patrick Ho from Fortuna Hotel Hanoi. 

Located at 202 Pasteur Street in District 3, one of HCM City’s most iconic venues, Café Central Villa Pasteur has won the hearts of visitors for its great meals in pleasant surroundings with outstanding service.

Trần Nhân Tông, the King and the Buddha of the Vietnamese

Deeply understanding the ritual of Bathing the Buddha is a purification process that brings us closer to the transcendent nature of enlightenment, says Ven. Thích Trí Quang.

Memories of the Điện Biên Phủ Victory over French colonial rule are returning as the country celebrates its 65th anniversary on May 7,1954-2019.

With wild landscapes and cultural sites aplenty, the central province of Bình Định is popular with tourists. It's also packed full of history.

This week Việt Nam celebrates reunification. Nguyễn Mỹ Hà reports on the latest M&A in restaurants