The 2025 VinFuture Global Science and Technology Awards took place in Hanoi under the theme “Rise Together, Prosper Together.” The 3-million-USDollars Vinfuture Grand Prize was awarded for developing the HPV vaccine, a breakthrough that opened a new era of immune-based cancer prevention.
In Vietnam, it is estimated that there are 6.23 million people with disabilities. Their participation in politics opens up opportunities to become elected representatives and officially step into the National Assembly, the highest organ of State power. This is expected to drive reforms that make elections more accessible, from infrastructure and candidate health criteria to voter outreach for vulnerable groups.
As Vietnam heads into its busiest travel period of the year, hotels and homestays are facing a new cyber threat spreading across the global tourism industry. Experts warn that tens of thousands of lodging facilities in Vietnam rely on online booking platforms, making them increasingly vulnerable to attack.
The 2025 VinFuture Global Science and Technology Awards took place in Hanoi under the theme “Rise Together, Prosper Together.” The 3-million-USDollars Vinfuture Grand Prize was awarded for developing the HPV vaccine, a breakthrough that opened a new era of immune-based cancer prevention.
Long Thanh International Airport is a national flagship infrastructure project. Once completed, it will become a major international gateway, elevating Vietnam’s transport capacity and supporting regional and national economic growth. Construction is now in its final stage ahead of the inauguration and its first technical flight on December 19th. Across the massive site, thousands of workers and machines are operating around the clock to meet the deadline.
In Dak Lak, recent natural disasters destroyed school facilities and wiped out students’ books and supplies. With support from the education sector and the local community, students are now getting the help they need to return to class. Textbooks are being restocked and delivered to schools.
Residents from the only block left untouched in Hong Kong (China) housing complex fire were briefly allowed back for 90 minutes to collect essentials. At least 156 lives lost, dozens still missing, and investigations now point to suspected negligence in renovation works. Over 2,500 people have been displaced as authorities secure the area.