What's the future of homegrown social networking sites?

Lotus, a made-in-Việt Nam social media platform, debuted about two months ago. Together with recent launches of Gapo and Hahalolo and six other platforms that have yet to be introduced, I wonder if these homegrown social media apps can bring real value to Vietnamese users? Will they last?

Teach children with love, not harsh discipline

An eighth-grade student at the HCM City-based Ngô Quyền Secondary School has recently been disciplined for slandering BTS – a popular K-pop  group, and its fandom on a social networking site.

More overtime, less happiness?

The issue of working hours was raised during discussions for the revised Labour Code. National Assembly deputies had opposing opinions with regards to reducing working hours.

Soft skills for kids starts with housework

My six-year-old son volunteered to put the clothes into the washing machine the other day. He’s always happy to help me out because I told him the washing machine is a monster that he needs to feed with dirty clothes.

Do we really need cameras in our classrooms?

Recently, a video that spread along the social media landscape showed a teacher beating and scolding a student in a primary school in HCM City, raising debate among both educators and parents.

The era of surveillance technology

The way we view and use surveillance technology reflect on the society we are living in. In an environment where people feel insecure or lack mutual trust, they will cling to surveillance as a means to feel protected. On the contrary, in a place where people have peace of mind, they would not depend too much on these devices.

Never too late to chase your dreams

While the elderly launching a start-up isn't new across the world, in Việt Nam we need more support from various sides so seniors can contribute their best for society.

No more plastic lanterns this Mid-Autumn Festival

Joining the rest of the country in the fight against plastic waste, the Việt Nam Buddhist Sangha sent a circular to its chapters nationwide asking Buddhist followers to help in reducing plastic waste.

A far-fetched domestic fantasy

Outrage over a video of a man viciously beating his wife while she holds their infant baby went viral in Viet Nam over the last week or so, with people at home and abroad shocked by the brute’s savagery.

Is minimalism the answer to a complicated life?

With increasing stress, Japanese-style minimalism has become popular among Vietnamese youth. Many social groups dedicated to the lifestyle have been set up with thousands of members nationwide.

Give Công Phượng room to breathe

The hype and media attention around Công Phượng have been immense ever since he burst into Vietnamese public consciousness about five years ago.

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