Road collapses along Tau Hu Canal in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City 14:43 19/01/2026A section of road along the Tau Hu Canal in Ho Chi Minh City collapsed on Sunday, authorities said, prompting traffic restrictions as officials investigated the cause.
Vietnamese police, border guards rescue 2 foreign tourists from drowning
Vietnam News 12:06 19/01/2026Local police and border guard forces successfully rescued two foreign tourists who were swept out to sea while swimming in Hoa Xuan Commune, Dak Lak Province, Vietnam on Monday morning.
Ho Chi Minh City steps up crackdown on sidewalk, roadway encroachment
Ho Chi Minh City 11:04 19/01/2026Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have intensified enforcement against the illegal use of sidewalks and roadways, issuing fines and clearing encroachments as part of a citywide campaign to restore urban order, police said on Sunday.
Vietnam accepts US president’s invitation to join Gaza Strip Peace Council
Vietnam News 11:58 19/01/2026Vietnam has accepted an invitation from U.S. President Donald Trump to join the Gaza Strip Peace Council, reaffirming its consistent support for peaceful solutions to international conflicts and its readiness to contribute to global peace efforts, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Vietnam to face China in AFC U23 Asian Cup semifinals
Vietnam News 10:17 18/01/2026Following the conclusion of the final two quarterfinal matches on Saturday, the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup confirmed its four semifinalists, with Vietnam’s U23 team set to face China next Tuesday.
Vietnam beat UAE after extra time to reach U23 Asian Cup semis
Vietnam News 10:16 17/01/2026Vietnam advanced to the semifinals of the AFC U23 Asian Cup on Saturday after beating the United Arab Emirates 3-2 after extra time in their quarterfinal.
Vietnam back technique, patience against UAE in U23 Asian Cup quarterfinals
Vietnam News 13:40 16/01/2026Vietnam’s under-23 side believe composure and technical play can offset the physical edge of the United Arab Emirates when the teams meet in the quarterfinals of the AFC U23 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia on Friday.
Vietnam U23s’ improbable surge reshapes expectations at Asian youth tourney
Vietnam News 10:41 14/01/2026Vietnam’s under-23 team have upended expectations at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia, turning a cautious pre-tournament outlook into a confident group-stage campaign that suggests the side are capable of going further.
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.
Investigation: Behind glittering wedding halls in Ho Chi Minh City are lapses in food safety, oversight
In-Depth 17:13 13/01/2026Crystal chandeliers, mirror-polished tables, and uniformed staff project an image of luxury at wedding and banquet halls in Ho Chi Minh City. A Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper exposé, however, found a far less glamorous reality behind the polished façade.
Expanding bicycle lanes in Ho Chi Minh City requires careful planning: experts
In-Depth 14:54 13/01/2026Ho Chi Minh City’s recent launch of a dedicated bicycle lane along Mai Chi Tho Boulevard has drawn significant public attention.
From bike lane to bicycle city: Ho Chi Minh City’s long road ahead
In-Depth 09:14 10/01/2026Ho Chi Minh City has just opened a pilot bicycle-priority lane along a roughly-six-kilometer stretch of Mai Chi Tho Avenue. It is a welcome experiment, but one that also highlights how far the city still has to go.
‘Make in Vietnam’: A strategic choice
In-Depth 16:36 08/01/2026The year 2026 marks a pivotal stage in Vietnam’s transition to a new growth model, one that demands high growth be matched by improvements in quality and competitiveness.
Wildlife rescue efforts sharply grow in Ho Chi Minh City
In-Depth 09:01 06/01/2026In Ho Chi Minh City, public awareness of wildlife protection has continued to improve, with more residents voluntarily handing over wild animals, alongside ongoing efforts by forest rangers to receive, care for, and release them back into their natural habitats.
China's population drops for fourth year as fewer babies born
World 14:23 19/01/2026China's population fell for a fourth consecutive year in 2025 as the birthrate plunged to a record low, official data showed on Monday, with experts warning of further decline.
Australian boy in critical condition after Sydney Harbour shark attack
World 14:23 19/01/2026An Australian boy was in critical condition after being bitten by a shark in Sydney, authorities said on Monday, after heavy rain created ideal conditions for sharks to enter the city's harbour.
In Hanoi, man fined $95 for offering drugs to entice foreign tourists into massage parlors
Vietnam News 12:09 19/01/2026Hanoi police have fined a local man VND2.5 million (US$95) after he was filmed offering illegal drugs to foreign tourists in the Old Quarter to draw them into massage parlors.
Urban facelift planned for major landmarks in Ho Chi Minh City ahead of Tet
Ho Chi Minh City 11:16 19/01/2026Ho Chi Minh City is set to carry out a comprehensive urban facelift across several iconic public spaces and arterial roads, with completion targeted prior to February 10, in time for the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday, or Tet.
2 high-speed trains collide in Spain, police sources say 21 people killed
World 11:06 19/01/2026ADAMUZ, Spain -- A high-speed train derailed and smashed into another oncoming train in southern Spain on Sunday, pushing the second train off the tracks and down an embankment in a collision that police sources confirmed to Reuters had killed at least 21 people.
Chile declares emergency as wildfires kill at least 19
World 11:06 19/01/2026Uncontrolled wildfires tore through communities in southern Chile, leaving charred ruins in their wake and at least 19 dead, authorities said, announcing the latest toll on Sunday.
Blow for Africa Cup of Nations after farcical final
World 10:56 19/01/2026RABAT - African football would have been hoping for a thrilling end to a slick and competitive Cup of Nations tournament but will wake up on Monday with a major headache after the final between Senegal and hosts Morocco descended into farce.
Cold surge forecast to bring severe chill, rain across northern Vietnam
Vietnam News 10:14 19/01/2026A strong northeast monsoon, or cold air mass, is expected to affect parts of northeastern Vietnam from Tuesday night, bringing widespread rain followed by severe cold, with mountainous areas at risk of damaging cold conditions, according to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.
Billionaires' wealth hits new peak as their clout grows, Oxfam says
World 09:38 19/01/2026Billionaire wealth surged at three times its recent pace last year to reach its highest level on record, deepening economic and political divides that threaten democratic stability, anti-poverty group Oxfam said on Monday.
Vietnam holds preparatory session for 14th National Party Congress
Vietnam News 08:40 19/01/2026A total of 1,586 delegates representing more than 5.6 million party members nationwide attended the preparatory session of the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam at the National Convention Center in Hanoi on Monday.
In Hanoi, man fined $95 for offering drugs to entice foreign tourists into massage parlors
Vietnam News 12:09 19/01/2026Hanoi police have fined a local man VND2.5 million (US$95) after he was filmed offering illegal drugs to foreign tourists in the Old Quarter to draw them into massage parlors.
Cold surge forecast to bring severe chill, rain across northern Vietnam
Vietnam News 10:14 19/01/2026A strong northeast monsoon, or cold air mass, is expected to affect parts of northeastern Vietnam from Tuesday night, bringing widespread rain followed by severe cold, with mountainous areas at risk of damaging cold conditions, according to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.
Vietnam holds preparatory session for 14th National Party Congress
Vietnam News 08:40 19/01/2026A total of 1,586 delegates representing more than 5.6 million party members nationwide attended the preparatory session of the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam at the National Convention Center in Hanoi on Monday.
Vietnam U23s have never beaten China U23s in official football competition
Vietnam News 16:50 18/01/2026Head-to-head history shows a stark reality that Vietnam’s under-23 team have never defeated their Chinese peers in an official tournament.
Urban facelift planned for major landmarks in Ho Chi Minh City ahead of Tet
Ho Chi Minh City 11:16 19/01/2026Ho Chi Minh City is set to carry out a comprehensive urban facelift across several iconic public spaces and arterial roads, with completion targeted prior to February 10, in time for the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday, or Tet.
On Ho Chi Minh City’s bid for 187km of metro by 2030
Ho Chi Minh City 16:26 18/01/2026Ho Chi Minh City broke ground on the Ben Thanh - Tham Luong metro line, the city’s second link, on Thursday after years of delay, marking a significant step toward the city’s ambition of completing around 187 kilometers of urban rail by 2030.
Ho Chi Minh City launches crackdown on sidewalk, roadway encroachment
Ho Chi Minh City 15:50 17/01/2026Ho Chi Minh City on Friday launched a citywide crackdown on the illegal occupation of sidewalks and roadways, as authorities seek to restore urban order in Vietnam’s largest metropolis.
Ho Chi Minh City looks to foster science, technology cooperation with S.Korea’s Daegu
Ho Chi Minh City 14:41 17/01/2026Ho Chi Minh City is seeking to deepen cooperation in science, technology, and innovation with South Korea’s Daegu, as city leaders highlighted more than a decade of close ties and outlined priorities ranging from high-tech development to smart city solutions.
Ho Chi Minh City busts food counterfeiting racket selling 50 metric tons of fake specialty meat
Ho Chi Minh City 14:31 17/01/2026Police in Ho Chi Minh City have dismantled a large-scale ring that produced and sold more than 50 metric tons of pork disguised as high-priced specialty meat, arresting eight suspects in a case that authorities say poses serious risks to public health.
