VOV.VN - Many universities in Vietnam have announced the launch of new academic programmes related to semiconductor chip design in 2025 to meet the increasing social demand and to realize the National Semiconductor Industry Development Strategy by 2030 with a Vision to 2050.

VOV.VN - The Phu Yen Provincial Border Guard Command reported on February 8 that a Taiwanese fishing vessel with four crew members on aboard had drifted off the local coast.

VOV.VN - Approximately 1,000 mine clearance workers have temporarily stopped their operations in Quang Tri province, a former war-torn land in central Vietnam, following the suspension of most foreign aid by US President Donald Trump.

VOV.VN - Vietnam is projected to become a “super-aged” society by 2049 when the proportion of people aged 65 and above will exceed 20% of the population, leading to significant consequences such as labour shortages, a healthcare crisis, population decline, and burdens on social welfare.

VOV.VN - A strong cold front is moving southward and is expected to cover the entire northern and central regions of Vietnam on February 8 and 9 that will cause a significant drop in temperatures, with some areas experiencing cold, even freezing conditions.

VOV.VN - Three people were killed and many other were injured after a sleeper bus crashed into a median strip and overturned in Phu Yen province on February 8 morning.

The Mineral and Geology Law, passed by the 15th National Assembly at its 8th session, will take effect on July 1, 2025. This law is expected to provide a legal framework, enhance the efficiency of State management over mineral resources, and promote geological surveys of minerals and the mining industry.

Vietnam’s new-age carrier Vietjet has signed a strategic partnership agreement with OpenAirlines, a global leader in airline fuel efficiency solutions leveraging artificial intelligence (AI), continuing the airline’s journey of flight operations optimisation.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has assessed the risk of a measles outbreak in Vietnam as very high and recommended large-scale vaccination campaigns in provinces and cities with high and very high risk, as well as in areas currently experiencing measles case clusters.

VOV.VN - Recent complex information about seasonal flu outbreaks in Japan and several Southeast Asian countries has prompted many people to seek out flu vaccinations.

VOV.VN - The Border Guard Command of Tay Ninh province has received 177 Vietnamese citizens handed over by the Vietnamese Embassy in Cambodia, who were involved in illegal labour and residence in Cambodia.

VOV.VN - With the flu season developing in a complicated and unpredictable manner in many localities across Vietnam, doctors have underlined the importance of preventive measures and the value of treatment for those who catch viruses.

The upcoming 2025 Xuan Hong (Red Spring) Festival, Vietnam’s largest annual blood donation drive, is set to collect 8,000 blood units to support hospitals in Hanoi and across the country.

VOV.VN - Many schools in Hanoi have announced a halt to academic tutoring after the Ministry of Education and Training (MoIT) promulgated a new circular (Circular 29) which seeks to impose stricter regulations on the practice.

The Vietnamese delegation has actively engaged in various discussions and shared its achievements at the second Asia-Pacific Regional Review of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly, and Regular Migration (GCM), held in Bangkok, Thailand, from February 4-6.

A notable reduction has been recorded in the number of violations handled over the past month compared to the previous period, reflecting an increased sense of responsibility among road users.

Various measures have been adopted by both authorities and enterprises to ensure stability for the labour market and prevent manpower shortages in key economic regions after the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, said the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA).

VOV.VN - Experts predict that after the Lunar New Year, the labor market will experience significant changes, presenting both opportunities and challenges for businesses and workers, making it a crucial time for both sides to grasp emerging trends and devise strategies to maximize growth potential.

VOV.VN - Due to the cold spell, Hanoi was shrouded in fog on February 6, significantly affecting the daily lives of its residents.

VOV.VN - Vietnam is not only a model for technological development but also holds the potential to become a key hub for enhancing AI capabilities in developing countries.

During the nine-day holiday, traffic safety showed remarkable improvement, with accidents down significantly across all three key indicators and over two-digit decreases logged for the first time.

Three regional general hospitals being built at the entrances to Ho Chi Minh City will open to patients this year, and they are expected to help reduce overloading at major public hospitals.

Vietnam’s labour market has experienced steady growth in both size and quality, moving towards modernisation, sustainability, and international integration.

VOV.VN - Over the past few days, many people infected with Influenza A have been hospitalized in severe conditions, requiring mechanical ventilation and Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO), a type of artificial life support.

Vietnam has faced a formidable challenge in developing international-standard AI talent, requiring an urgent need for quality over quantity in technical education.

VOV.VN - A strong cold front will hit northern Vietnam this weekend, which is anticipated to potentially bring heavy frost and snowfall to high mountainous areas.

The Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Committees at all levels in Ho Chi Minh City have provided nearly 200,000 gift packages worth about VND110 billion (US$4.36 million) for disadvantaged people and policy beneficiary families on the occasion of the Lunar New Year (Tet), the city’s VFF Committee announced on February 4.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has recently signed a dispatch, asking for the implementation of civilised lifestyle and safe and economical practices in post-Tet and spring festivals in 2025.

Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee Phan Van Mai has asked the city Urban Traffic Management Centre (UTMC) to establish a transportation data centre by 2026 with a deadline of 2027.

Innovation is not just a slogan but a "key" to help unlock Vietnam's growth, especially in 2025, a year considered a test for the country's ability to break through in economic development, said insiders.