People

Huynh overthrows Chinese dominance in xiangqi

Saturday, Oct 04, 2025

Lại Lý Huynh defeated China''s powerful Yin Sheng to take the men''s individual standard gold medal at the World Xiangqi Championship on September 27 in Shanghai.

Event

Heritage handshake joins forces for transboundary treasures

Wednesday, Sep 17, 2025

The event was co-organised by the Management Board of Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture and Forestry of Khammouane Province, Laos.

Life & Style

Guinness world record given to Vietnamese lacquer painting

Friday, Sep 05, 2025

The lacquer painting entitled President Hồ reading the Declaration of Independence by young artist Chu Nhật Quang is recognised a Guinness world record of a largest size painting recorgnised on September 4 in Hà Nội.

Sports

Veteran player Nguyễn Tiến Minh to compete at Vietnam Open

Friday, Sep 05, 2025

His participation adds a special highlight to one of Việt Nam''s longest-running international badminton tournaments.

Life & Style

New plant species discovered in Phong Nha – Kẻ Bàng National Park

Friday, Aug 29, 2025

This woody climbing shrub can grow up to five metres tall. Its leaves are alternate, obovate or oval in shape, while its flower clusters grow at branch tips or leaf axils, with funnel-shaped, dark purple corollas.

Sports

Wushu champion eyes further glory

Sunday, Aug 17, 2025

As the top fighter in the 60kg, Nguyễn Thị Thu Thủy will head to Thailand this winter to fight for SEA Games gold.

Sports

Toàn dominates world of pencak silat

Saturday, Aug 09, 2025

Lê Văn Toàn has made his name at every level of pencak silat and is unbeaten from domestic events to world championships.

Life & Style

Community-led conservation thrives in Phong Nha – Kẻ Bàng National Park

Monday, Aug 04, 2025

In addition to safeguarding the heritage, locals also act as “ambassadors,” promoting its image through services like tourist transport, photography, and souvenir sales. Their efforts help domestic and international visitors better understand the park’s core values and vast tourism potential.

Sports

Việt Nam top Asian Pencak Silat Silat Championships

Thursday, Jul 31, 2025

Vietnamese martial artists entered 23 final matches and successfully won 17 gold medals, including both tanding (combat) and seni (performance) events. 

Sports

Beating Thailand, Việt Nam defend world sepak takraw title

Monday, Jul 28, 2025

Thailand were the world powerhouse but it was Việt Nam the champion in the quadrant (team of four) event of the World Sepak Takraw Championship, also known as King''s Cup, on July 27 in Songkhla Province, Thailand.

Sports

Asian Pencak Silat teams gather for thrilling fights in Hà Tĩnh

Friday, Jul 25, 2025

Around 250 martial artists, coaches and referees will take part in the ninth Asian Pencak Silat Championships, which officially kicks off in Hà Tĩnh Province on July 25.

Life & Style

Ninh Bình seeks global recognition for cliff-based Hán-Nôm inscriptions

Monday, Jul 21, 2025

This treasure trove of Hán and Nôm writing documents important historical figures and events not only in Ninh Bình but across Việt Nam.

Travel

IHG Hotels & Resorts commits to support Việt Nam’s ambition as world-class tourism hub

Saturday, Jul 19, 2025

lobal hospitality company IHG Hotels & Resorts has affirmed its enduring dedication to Việt Nam''s tourism industry by introducing new brands and experiences, exploring fresh destinations, and emphasising job creation at the core of its commitment.

Travel

Discovering Yên Tử: a spiritual haven in Quảng Ninh Province

Friday, Jul 18, 2025

This serene destination, embraced by stunning mountainous scenery and a refreshing climate, has become a sought-after spiritual retreat for travellers seeking tranquility.

News

Yên Tử – Vĩnh Nghiêm – Côn Sơn – Kiếp Bạc Complex recognised as world cultural heritage

Saturday, Jul 12, 2025

The complex has become Việt Nam’s ninth world heritage site and second trans-provincial heritage site, following Hạ Long Bay - Cát Bà Archipelago, which spans the northern province of Quảng Ninh and Hải Phòng City.