University of Languages and International Studies under Vietnam National University, Hanoi (ULIS – VNU) will launch a specialised programme in teaching Vietnamese as a foreign language in 2025, marking the first training course of its kind in Vietnam.

In response to the ongoing efforts to protect Vietnamese citizens detained in Myanmar for violations of the country’s immigration regulations, Deputy Director of the Consular Department Luong Thanh Quang reported that authorities have initially verified the identities of 681 citizens hailing from 56 provinces and cities across the country.

A solemn flower-laying ceremony at President Ho Chi Minh's monument and a symposium on his ideology on peace, independence, freedom and happiness have taken place in Zalaegerszeg city, Hungary, to celebrate his 135th birth anniversary (May 19, 1890–2025).

A network of overseas Vietnamese nuclear energy experts (VietNuc) officially made its debut at the Vietnamese Embassy in Paris on May 18, on the occasion of Vietnam Science and Technology Day.

VOV.VN - The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health has withdrawn 70 registrations for medical devices after uncovering multiple violations, including false declarations that reclassified cosmetics, dietary supplements, and traditional medicine as medical devices or deliberately miscategorized products to bypass regulatory scrutiny.

VOV.VN -The Naval Region 4 Command on May 19 successfully brought ashore a foreign sailor for emergency medical treatment after he experienced a severe stomachache at sea.

VOV.VN - A herd of around 100 dolphins were sighted on May 18 in the waters around Dung Island, about 10 km off the coast of Nha Trang, a popular beach destination in central Vietnam.

VOV.VN - Severe flooding triggered by torrential rain over the past two days has left five people dead and three injured across several northern provinces of Vietnam, including Bac Kan, Tuyen Quang, Lao Cai, and Ha Giang.

An exhibition featuring President Ho Chi Minh in fine arts is getting underway at the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum in Hanoi, as part of commemorative activities marking the 135th birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh (May 19, 1890 - 2025).

The Sai Gon River, which intertwines with the history, culture, and urban life of Ho Chi Minh City, is poised to become a strategic axis for urban economic development.

The organization has suspended authorship recognition pending further evidence, citing unresolved doubts raised by recent investigations.

VOV.VN - The Ho Chi Minh City Police on May 18 launched an investigation into a group assault on a foreign tourist on Bui Vien Walking Street, a popular nightlife backpacker area in district 1.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese students won a first prize and a consolation prize in the final round of Codeavour 6.0 International held at the Qatar National Convention Centre, Doha, Qatar, on May 17.

Standard Chartered Bank Vietnam, in collaboration with REE Corporation, has organised a high-level roundtable on “Forging the Future of Women Leadership in Vietnam” in Ho Chi Minh City.

VOV.VN - After two days of relentless efforts, search and rescue teams have recovered all five bodies from the debris following a landslide at the construction site of the Ta Pao Ho 1A hydropower plant in Lai Chau province.

The Vietnam–Uzbekistan Friendship Association convened its sixth national congress for the 2025–2030 term in Hanoi on May 17.

Police have dismantled a large-scale counterfeit goods operation that produced over 100 tonnes of fake dietary supplements and medical devices, authorities announced on May 17.

Vietnam’s tourism sector continues to face a significant shortage of skilled labour, both in terms of quantity and quality, posing a serious challenge to its sustainable development, according to industry insiders.

VOV.VN - With a majority of votes in favour (91.21%), the National Assembly on May 17 approved a resolution to adjust and supplement the 2025 State budget estimate, including the allocation of VND6,623 billion for tuition fee exemption.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese students have achieved their best results yet at the 2025 Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (Regeneron ISEF 2025) in the United States, bringing home two second prizes, one third prize, three fourth prizes, and four special prizes from sponsors.

VOV.VN - The Buddha’s Sarira, a sacred treasure of India, has been brought from Quan Su pagoda in Hanoi to Tam Chuc pagoda in Ha Nam province for veneration.

Viettel AI has unveiled a new fact-checking method called VeGraph, improving accuracy by up to 5% compared to current systems, at the prestigious NAACL 2025 conference held in the US.

Can Tho Central General Hospital in Mekong Delta city of Can Tho is implementing an expansion project covering an additional 3.5ha during the 2025-2030 period to meet the increasing demand for medical examination and treatment in the region.

VOV.VN - A landslide occurred at the construction site of the Ta Pao Ho 1A Hydropower Plant in Phong Tho district, Lai Chau province, on May 16 morning, leaving five dead and four injured.

VOV.VN - After conquering Mount Everest, the world's highest peak, Vietnamese businessman Nguyen Manh Duy continued his mountaineering journey by reaching the summit of Lhotse, the fourth-highest mountain in the world, in less than 48 hours.

VOV.VN - Sailing Ship 286 – Le Quy Don of the Vietnam People’s Navy (VPN) left the Xinzhou Naval Port in Guangzhou city on May 16, concluding its exchange programme with the People’s Liberation Army Navy of China (PLAN).

VOV.VN - A ceremony was held at the Ngoc Hoi Martyrs' Cemetery in the Central highland province of Kon Tum on May 16 to rebury the remains of 26 martyrs repatriated from Laos and Cambodia during the 2024-2025 dry season.

Ten private social media groups involved in the illegal online sale of wildlife have been permanently removed from online platforms, as part of a campaign launched by Education for Nature Vietnam (ENV) to combat illegal wildlife trading, ENV announced on May 15.

VOV.VN - A strong earthquake measuring 5.0 on the Richter scale struck Muong Cha district in Dien Bien province, northern Vietnam, at noon on May 16, shaking the region and being clearly felt by local residents.

VOV.VN - The Quang Nam provincial Border Guard Command said on May 16 they have arrested a suspect for illegally transporting over 14 kilograms of narcotics from Laos into Vietnam.