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.

A reader in Ho Chi Minh City says stray livestock and pets are still common in his neighborhood. In apartment buildings, keeping dogs and cats has long been a source of friction. Beyond administrative penalties, owners may face criminal liability if their animals cause serious injury or death. The dispute has fueled long-running tensions in many buildings, prompting some management boards to explicitly ban dogs, cats, livestock, and poultry altogether. In practice, apartment rules that prohibit livestock already include dogs and cats, even if enforcement remains uneven.

On the evening of January 16 in Hanoi, the Vietnam Film Development Association (VFDA) held its 2025 year-end ceremony and officially announced the fourth edition of the Da Nang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF IV), set to take place from June 28 to July 4, 2026. She affirmed the city's commitment to ensuring DANAFF IV will be held with increasing professionalism, safety, and effectiveness. The festival’s core remains its two competitive categories: Asian Cinema and Vietnamese Cinema. Beyond screenings, DANAFF IV will further its mission to nurture the foundations of Vietnam’s film industry. By combining artistic excellence with public engagement and industry-building initiatives, DANAFF IV is poised to reaffirm Da Nang’s place on the global cinematic map.

This string of achievements not only reflects his musical prowess but also the serious, well-guided path he’s taken in pursuing formal music education. Among his accolades, the most prominent is the First Prize in the professional piano category at the Hanoi Student Music Festival 2025–2026, organized by the Hanoi Department of Education and Training. Alongside this honor, Phu Quy also earned a gold medal in the professional category at a competition held by the Vietnam Musicians' Association, and another gold at an international piano contest hosted in Vietnam. Three golds in one school year signal both consistency and serious commitment on his artistic journey. His triple gold success in 2025–2026 - including the first prize from Hanoi’s education department - goes beyond personal recognition.

This new scam, dubbed “online abduction”, has become increasingly common. Police in Ha Dong share case details to raise awareness about online abduction scams. Amid this digital crime wave, online abduction stands out as especially dangerous. But online abduction doesn’t rely on advanced hacking. And third, asking for help is not weakness - it’s a survival skill.”He concludes: “Online abduction isn’t just a tech scam - it’s psychological crime.