Le Hong Phong High School for the Gifted in HCMC leads Vietnam in national academic awards with 153 winning students. More than half of these were claimed by Le Hong Phong High School alone, marking the highest individual school achievement nationwide. The school expanded its offerings to include both high school and junior high programs with selective admission. In 2024, HCMC authorities restructured the institution, splitting it into two: Tran Dai Nghia High School for the Gifted and Tran Dai Nghia Secondary–High School. In addition, Le Quy Don High School for the Gifted earned 33 awards, while Hung Vuong High School for the Gifted claimed 28.

The Galaxy S26 series will see minimal changes from its predecessor. Reports had suggested the company was planning to shake up its lineup, possibly renaming the base model Galaxy S26 Pro and replacing the Galaxy S26 Plus with a revamped Galaxy S26 Edge. Samsung has officially confirmed that the Galaxy S26 Edge and other potential new variants will not move forward. To be fair, the Galaxy S26 series will still be a strong lineup of smartphones. Once hailed as the defining Android flagship, Samsung's Galaxy series now struggles to maintain that status.

Ho Chi Minh City topped the list of award-winning provinces with 288 students honored in the 2025–2026 National Excellent Student Competition. This year, Ho Chi Minh City claimed the top spot with 288 winners, up from second place last year. In terms of first prizes, however, Hanoi still held its ground with 26 students earning the top distinction. The High School for Gifted Students under Vietnam National University, Hanoi, followed with 15 first prizes. The national selection round for the 2026 International Olympiad team will take place in Hanoi from March 24 to 26.

This time, the double-digit growth target is not simply about scale; more importantly, it’s about quality. Therefore, the central issue in reaching double-digit growth is whether we dare to change our way of doing things. Beyond the private sector, the industrialisation model is also being discussed as a major shift - would you agree? The double-digit growth target is not limited to a five-year term, but is tied to a long-term vision through 2045. Every locality is now setting double-digit growth targets for 2026 - an action commitment and a national responsibility at the local level.

According to the decision, VNU-HCM is to develop as a multidisciplinary, multi-field university at the forefront of Asia’s academic landscape. The program will run from 2026 to 2030, with the goal of positioning VNU-HCM among Asia’s top higher education institutions. Looking further to 2045, VNU-HCM aims to become a top-tier research university in Asia, with at least four disciplines ranked among the top 50 globally by prestigious international rankings. Talent-driven transformationVNU-HCM plans to train and attract at least 1,500 young and leading scientists, 100 visiting professors, and 100 innovation experts. Modernizing education to meet international standards: Radically reform academic programs and modernize teaching methods through advanced technologies, especially artificial intelligence.

Reverse painting on glass means working backwards - details must be painted first, backgrounds last. He calls it “reverse glass fingerprint art,” or Thu an tam phap hoa nguoc kinh. But with them, he has created a body of work that not only earned him numerous national records but also two world records. In 2005, the Vietnam Records Organization officially recognized him as the only Vietnamese artist painting directly on glass with his bare hands. And over the years, that passion has given me small joys - like developing this unique reverse glass method.

However, compared to previous days, the early crowd was thinner - possibly due to gold prices hovering near all-time highs. As of January 19, SJC gold bullion closed at 163–165 million VND per tael (buy-sell), while 1–5 chi SJC gold rings were quoted at 159.7–162.2 million VND per tael. For those wishing to buy SJC gold bars, online registration remains mandatory. Additional support for gold prices comes from concerns about U.S. fiscal sustainability, rising public debt, and questions around the independence of the Federal Reserve. “Overall, high geopolitical risk, trade tensions, and strong global demand are expected to support gold in the short term,” Dr. Trang Anh concluded.

Looking to the 14th Congress, Vietnam plans to build on earlier achievements with a new wave of infrastructure and social projects. Alongside these investments, Whittaker highlighted social policies such as making basic medical care free by 2030, expanding environmental regulations, and deepening diplomacy. Vietnam’s digital economy was valued at about US$45 billion by 2025 and is projected to grow to $90–200 billion by 2030, Ye said. Guerrier said the agreement helped cushion Vietnam during the global downturn, with exports recording double-digit growth even as world trade contracted. EU investment in Vietnam has risen to more than 30 billion euros ($35.1 billion), from about 22 billion euros ($25.8 billion) previously.

receives treatment at Da Nang Hospital in Da Nang City, central Vietnam after suffering cardiogenic shock, septic shock, and acute respiratory failure. His condition was further complicated by the combination of cardiogenic shock and septic shock. After more than 16 days of intensive treatment, the patient’s heart and lung function improved markedly, allowing doctors to wean him off VA-ECMO. He continued to be closely monitored in the intensive care unit and subsequently made a full recovery. Dr. Nguyen The Minh Tung, from the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit at Da Nang Hospital, warned that acute myocarditis can occur even in young, previously healthy people following common viral infections.

According to the Standing Member of the Secretariat, the organizational streamlining reform has effectively reshaped the overall structure of the political system. The Party Central Committee, the Politburo, and the Secretariat have promptly issued numerous important and strategic resolutions, focusing on 10 core priorities within the socio-economic development strategy for the 2021–2030 period. Particularly, the General Secretary has served as the core of leadership and the center of unity - an embodiment of ethics, courage, and wisdom within the Party. In summarizing the strengths, the Standing Member of the Secretariat affirmed that the Party Central Committee, the Politburo, and the Secretariat - under the leadership of the General Secretary - have continuously renewed their thinking, leadership methods, and approaches. The Party Central Committee, the Politburo, and the Secretariat - led by the General Secretary - have remained the nucleus of leadership, consistently showing resolve, intelligence, and adherence to principles.

Primary school students in Hanoi. Instead of comparing tuition or teaching styles, her main concern was which school produced more successful applicants to top-tier public middle schools - and eventually, to specialized high schools. In her experience, families who wait until grade 5 to begin preparing for selective middle school exams often find it too late. “If you're aiming for a high-quality public middle school, the academic foundation needs to be laid much earlier. “When young children are burdened with the pressure of a middle school exam years away, it can trigger early burnout or anxiety.

In total, four separate violations were recorded, involving 17 foreign nationals, including three Nigerians, five Pakistanis, seven South Koreans, and two Chinese citizens. Upon interrogation, the seven South Koreans admitted they had entered Vietnam to operate an online fraud scheme under the direction of two Chinese organizers. The suspects claimed to be temporarily residing in a different urban area in Tay Mo ward, Hanoi. When police followed up on this lead, they uncovered seven passports matching the suspects' identities. Simultaneously, four other inspection teams combed various areas in Hanoi, including Kim Lien ward, Hong Ha ward, and the rural communes of My Duc and Quang Bi.

The semiconductor manufacturing process leaves no room for errors. About 1,000 steps are required to transform a silicon wafer into a semiconductor chip. Photolithography, often considered the heart of chip manufacturing, follows. These patterns guide the next stage: etching, where plasma ions carve microscopic pathways into material layers. Chip manufacturing is not just about machinery or capital, it is a test of scientific mastery, operational discipline, and industrial rigor at the highest level.

Members of the presidium are introduced during the preparatory session of Vietnam’s 14th National Party Congress in Hanoi, Vietnam, January 19, 2026. Members of the presidium attend the opening session of the 14th National Party Congress in Hanoi, Vietnam, January 20, 2026. Vietnam’s Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chairs the opening session of the 14th National Party Congress in Hanoi, Vietnam. Photo: Vietnam News AgencyDelegates attend the opening session of Vietnam’s 14th National Party Congress in Hanoi, Vietnam, January 20, 2026. Photo: Vietnam News AgencyVietnam’s Party General Secretary To Lam delivers a report of the 13th Central Committee at the 14th National Party Congress in Hanoi, Vietnam.

Staff members prepare food without wearing gloves at a conference and wedding banquet center in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Thao Thuong / Tuoi TreFrom roadside eateries to luxury restaurants and banquet halls, food safety risks remain widespread as some operators prioritize profits over oversight. Gap between safety rules and practiceFood safety violations are not limited to informal eateries. Although restaurants and catering services are required to obtain food safety certificates, compliance in daily operations often falls short. Yet food safety certificates do not always reflect actual hygiene standards, making stricter post-licensing supervision and inspections essential.