Pre-Tet beauty rush in Vietnam: When demand soars, so do risks
Vietnam News 14:02 26/01/2026Demand for beauty and aesthetic services in Vietnam surges in the lead-up to the Lunar New Year holiday, or Tet, but the peak season also brings heightened risks as residents act hastily or seek treatment at facilities lacking proper medical expertise.
Vietnam seeks solutions as research paper retractions rank among world’s highest
Education 11:57 26/01/2026Vietnam’s rapid rise in international scientific publishing has been accompanied by one of the world’s highest numbers of retracted research papers, prompting calls from experts for stronger research ethics, better funding, and tighter oversight, speakers said on Sunday.
Vietnam’s Party chief To Lam chairs welcome ceremony for top Lao leader
Vietnam News 12:39 26/01/2026Party General Secretary To Lam on Monday morning presided over a welcome ceremony in Hanoi for General Secretary of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party Central Committee and President of Laos Thongloun Sisoulith, with the highest protocol reserved for a head of state.
Temporary park in downtown Ho Chi Minh City handed over to serve Lunar New Year holiday
Ho Chi Minh City 11:34 26/01/2026A newly-completed public park at a long-idle prime land lot in Ho Chi Minh City has been handed over to local authorities for management and public use, offering residents a new green space just in time for the Lunar New Year holiday, slated for next month.
World leaders congratulate Vietnam’s re-elected Party chief To Lam
Vietnam News 12:44 26/01/2026Leaders from many countries, including China, Russia, Japan, North Korea, Cuba, and Cambodia, have sent congratulatory messages to To Lam on his re-election as general secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) at the recent 14th National Party Congress.
Vietnam’s Party General Secretary To Lam re-elected for new term
Vietnam News 14:30 23/01/2026The Communist Party of Vietnam on Friday re-elected To Lam as general secretary at the first meeting of the 14th Party Central Committee, extending his leadership into the new term.
“Vietnam’s ‘Golden Era’ is not just a hope. It is already well underway”
Expat Life 08:21 23/01/2026"As we navigate the opening weeks of 2026, looking back at the term of Vietnam’s 13th National Party Congress reveals more than just a recovery; it highlights a fundamental structural ascent."
14th National Party Congress to open new chapter for Vietnam: foreign ambassadors
Vietnam News 16:09 22/01/2026Foreign ambassadors have expressed confidence that the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam will mark the beginning of a new chapter in the country’s development, bringing historic and positive changes.
Horticulture gains ground in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, fragmented production limits exports: Dutch embassy
In-Depth 17:13 23/01/2026While rice remains the backbone of agriculture in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, the region is gradually diversifying toward horticultural crops, driven by their higher economic value and greater resilience to climate change.
Vietnam, Netherlands discuss tackling saline soils in Mekong Delta
In-Depth 17:07 22/01/2026Horticulture stakeholders from Vietnam and the Netherlands on Wednesday gathered at a business forum in Can Tho City to gain a deeper understanding of salinity intrusion in the Mekong Delta, strengthen cooperation, and facilitate the exchange of innovative solutions and technical knowledge.
Vietnam’s strong 5-year run raises expectations among foreign analysts as 14th National Party Congress opens
In-Depth 17:14 20/01/2026As Vietnam convenes its 14th National Party Congress after five years of strong growth, governance reforms, and broader diplomatic engagement, foreign policymakers and analysts are looking to the congress to set the direction for a new stage of development.
In Vietnam, food safety risks lurk from street eateries to fine dining: experts
In-Depth 09:35 20/01/2026Weak law enforcement, gaps in staff training, and light penalties continue to allow unsafe food practices to persist across Vietnam’s food service industry, exposing consumers to serious health risks despite existing regulations, said industry experts and lawyers.
Programmed drones sow green seeds over Vietnam’s desert forest
In-Depth 17:17 19/01/2026Facing harsh dry conditions, Nui Chua National Park in south-central Khanh Hoa Province has teamed up with OMO, a brand under major consumer goods company Unilever Vietnam, to pilot a drone-based reforestation initiative to restore vegetation in areas where conventional tree planting is nearly impossible.
Vietnam artisans strive to preserve mother-of-pearl inlay craft
In-Depth 14:42 18/01/2026In the heart of Vietnam’s former imperial capital Hue, Phan Tan Dat, a craftsman born in the 1990s, patiently spends his days sawing and polishing tiny fragments of shell, determined to keep alive the centuries-old mother-of-pearl inlay craft long associated with the city.
In Vietnam, higher fines for apartment pets fail to curb violations
In-Depth 15:56 17/01/2026Under Vietnam’s latest regulations, fines for keeping or letting dogs and cats roam freely in apartment buildings or public spaces have doubled. Yet on the ground, the problem appears far from resolved.
Beyond big money: Real test behind Ho Chi Minh City’s data center expansion
In-Depth 14:30 16/01/2026In a short span of time, Ho Chi Minh City has seen a flurry of large-scale data center projects emerge, but the real challenge lies not in attracting capital, rather in whether power supply, infrastructure planning, and ecosystem readiness can keep pace with the scale of investment.
Thailand releases endangered leopard sharks in conservation push
World 14:34 26/01/2026MAITON ISLAND, Thailand -- After a brief countdown by conservationists, a young Indo-Pacific leopard shark glided into the blue waters off Maiton Island in southern Thailand, released in the country's first efforts to "rewild" the endangered species.
Armed attackers kill 11 at soccer field in Mexico's Salamanca
World 14:34 26/01/2026A group of armed attackers killed 11 people and injured 12 at a soccer sports field after a match in the Mexican city of Salamanca, its mayor, Cesar Prieto, said on Facebook on Sunday, but a motive was not immediately clear.
Historic winter storm pounds US from south to northeast
World 14:28 26/01/2026A life-threatening winter storm brought hazardous conditions to a wide swath of the United States on Sunday, from Texas to New England, prompting warnings to stay off roads, along with mass flight cancellations and power outages.
World leaders congratulate Vietnam’s re-elected Party chief To Lam
Vietnam News 12:44 26/01/2026Leaders from many countries, including China, Russia, Japan, North Korea, Cuba, and Cambodia, have sent congratulatory messages to To Lam on his re-election as general secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) at the recent 14th National Party Congress.
Vietnamese workers prioritize well-being over pay amid cautious job market
Vietnam News 10:44 26/01/2026Vietnam’s labor market is seeing a shift in worker priorities, with employees increasingly favoring healthier and more balanced workplaces over higher incomes as economic uncertainty and rapid technological change reshape hiring and career decisions, according to a new report.
Death toll in Philippine boat accident climbs to 15, hundreds rescued
World 10:27 26/01/2026The death toll from a ferry boat accident in the Southern Philippines has reached at least 15, with 316 people rescued, the Philippine Coast Guard said on Monday as the search continued for the dozens still missing.
Tokyo’s global talent enriches the city
World 10:26 26/01/2026From gardens to AI and academic research, Tokyo attracts people of all different nationalities and perspectives.
Gold blasts past $5,000 to record high on safe-haven rush
World 10:26 26/01/2026Gold surged to a record high above $5,000 an ounce on Monday, extending a historic rally as investors piled into the safe-haven asset amid rising geopolitical uncertainties.
India to slash tariffs on cars to 40% in trade deal with EU, sources say
World 10:17 26/01/2026NEW DELHI/BRUSSELS -- India plans to slash tariffs on cars imported from the European Union to 40% from as high as 110%, sources said, in the biggest opening yet of the country's vast market as the two sides close in on a free trade pact that could come as early as Tuesday.
Former S.Korean PM passes away in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 22:26 25/01/2026Former Prime Minister of South Korea Lee Hae-chan passed away in Ho Chi Minh City on Sunday afternoon after suffering cardiac arrest, according to South Korean media.
World leaders congratulate Vietnam’s re-elected Party chief To Lam
Vietnam News 12:44 26/01/2026Leaders from many countries, including China, Russia, Japan, North Korea, Cuba, and Cambodia, have sent congratulatory messages to To Lam on his re-election as general secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) at the recent 14th National Party Congress.
Vietnamese workers prioritize well-being over pay amid cautious job market
Vietnam News 10:44 26/01/2026Vietnam’s labor market is seeing a shift in worker priorities, with employees increasingly favoring healthier and more balanced workplaces over higher incomes as economic uncertainty and rapid technological change reshape hiring and career decisions, according to a new report.
Vietnam U23 team boast Asia’s second-best attack
Vietnam News 13:45 25/01/2026Vietnam’s under-23 team finished the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup with one of the most prolific attacks in the tournament, scoring a total of 10 goals to rank second overall in Asia.
Hanoi cites 269 sidewalk, littering violations in week using AI cameras
Vietnam News 12:16 25/01/2026Hanoi police said on Saturday they had cited 269 violations using artificial intelligence-enabled cameras in a week-long crackdown on sidewalk encroachment and littering, part of a broader effort to improve urban order and environmental hygiene.
Former S.Korean PM passes away in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 22:26 25/01/2026Former Prime Minister of South Korea Lee Hae-chan passed away in Ho Chi Minh City on Sunday afternoon after suffering cardiac arrest, according to South Korean media.
Ho Chi Minh City moves to set public tap drinking water quality standards
Ho Chi Minh City 21:09 25/01/2026Ho Chi Minh City has moved closer to promoting tap drinking water as part of its push for a greener and more livable urban environment, with plans underway to develop standards governing public tap drinking water quality, according to an urban studies expert.
Long-abandoned land in downtown Ho Chi Minh City transformed into flower-filled park
Ho Chi Minh City 16:02 25/01/2026After just two weeks of construction, the long-vacant plot on Vo Van Tan Street, once considered prime land left idle for years in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, has been dramatically transformed into a vibrant public park bursting with flowers.
Ho Chi Minh City police bust drug ring involving 8 foreigners
Ho Chi Minh City 18:23 24/01/2026Ho Chi Minh City police have dismantled a criminal ring involved in drug possession and organizing illegal drug use, pressing charges against 10 suspects including eight South Korean nationals, authorities said on Saturday.
Fire at Ho Chi Minh City apartment burns mother, 2 children
Ho Chi Minh City 15:51 24/01/2026A fire tore through an apartment in a residential building in Ho Chi Minh City early on Saturday, seriously injuring a woman and her two young children, authorities said.
