Nearly two years ago, residents first noticed a few wild fish, mostly catfish and silver carp, lingering near the water hyacinths close to shore. They also release additional fish to replenish the population and patrol the river to deter illegal fishing in the sanctuary zone. Truong Minh Hai, the group’s leader, has become a local celebrity among visitors. Truong Minh Hai feeds the wild fish at a protected riverside area. Photo: T.XTruong Minh Hai, head of the community group protecting aquatic life in Hong Ngu.

An illustrative photo of jicamasAccording to the Vietnam Food Safety Authority under the Ministry of Health, the incident occurred in Xuan Truong Commune, Ninh Binh Province. All patients were admitted to Hai Hau General Hospital, where they received emergency treatment and initial resuscitation before being transferred to Nam Dinh General Hospital for further care. Medical experts warned that jicama seeds contain rotenone, a toxic substance that was previously used as a pesticide and fish poison. Poisoning from jicama seeds may lead to dangerous symptoms including nausea, persistent vomiting, severe abdominal cramps, and continuous diarrhea. Doctors strongly advise the public never to eat jicama seeds.

Live hog prices in the Northern region jumped to VND68,000-VND69,000/kg in December from VND53,000-55,000/kg in late November, even reaching VND71,000/kg at times. On the last day of December, live hog prices in the Central and Central Highlands regions fluctuated from VND64,000-VND68,000/kg, a sharp increase of VND14,000/kg compared to the end of November. Live hog prices in the Southern region also rose from the level of VND52,000-VND55,000/kg to VND61,000-VND65,000/kg. In the early days of 2026, farm-gate live hog prices fluctuated slightly but remained anchored at VND62,000-VND69,000/kg. According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, in the first 11 months of 2025, Vietnam had to cull more than 1.23 million pigs due to African Swine Fever.

People cycle along a dedicated bike lane on Mai Chi Tho Avenue in An Khanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Photo: Tri Duc / Tuoi TreEditor's note: The following opinion was submitted to Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper by Dr. Nguyen Minh Hoa of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Ho Chi Minh City. Earlier attempts to carve out dedicated bicycle lanes were made in Hanoi and Hue. Urban planning, transport planning, residential design, and service networks were all aligned to support cycling as a daily mode of transport. Because of its historical development and urban form, Ho Chi Minh City is unlikely to become a full-fledged bicycle city in the way Copenhagen is.

Decree 360/2025/ND-CP, detailing several provisions of the Law on Special Consumption Tax, was issued by the government on December 31, 2025 and officially took effect on January 1, 2026. Previously, only PHEVs enjoyed this incentive, while HEV models were taxed at the same rate as conventional gasoline cars. Gasoline consumption of the hybrid version accounts for only about 48.6 percent of the conventional version, far exceeding the minimum requirement to qualify for the tax incentive. Its HEV version consumes 4.92 liters per 100 km, while the gasoline version with the same engine displacement consumes 7.2 liters per 100 km. The gasoline consumption ratio between the two versions is 68.3 percent.

Vietnam’s U23 players celebrate after Khuat Van Khang scored the opening goal against Kyrgyzstan in Group A of the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia, January 9, 2026. Vietnam took the lead in the first half through a penalty converted by Khuat Van Khang after a Kyrgyz defender committed a foul in the box while attempting to clear a corner delivery. Vietnam’s Khuat Van Khang takes a penalty during the Group A match against Kyrgyzstan at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia, January 9, 2026. The 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup, held in Saudi Arabia from January 6 to 24, features four groups of four teams, with the top two in each group advancing to the quarterfinals. Vietnam are in Group A with hosts Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Kyrgyzstan.

From wooden rafts to engineered homesThe first floating homes were little more than rafts made of wood - fragile and risky. Floating through the flood seasonMadam Dao's family now runs a small convenience store inside one of the early floating houses. Over 620 floating homes in the communeToday, Kim Phu commune has over 620 floating homes, most located in the former Tan Hoa area. A number of floating homes are now being converted into homestays for tourists, with attractive interiors and eco-tourism appeal. One long-time local official called the floating house design a “brilliant survival solution” that has saved both lives and property.

Notably, these include Highland Coffee Services JSC Branch, which operates the Highlands Coffee chain, and Wincommerce JSC. As of June 30, 2025, short-term receivables from Highland Coffee Services JSC Branch were recorded at more than VND3.06 billion (US$117,000). Following the discovery of the infected meat, many supermarkets and online marketplaces removed Halong Canfoco products from shelves. Similarly, Central Retail stated it had temporarily removed all pork-based processed products from Halong Canfoco until authorities issue a final conclusion. Halong Canfoco has issued a written explanation regarding media reports, stating that the violating raw materials were not used in production or supplied to the market.

Cau Dat, a famous tea-growing area in Xuan Truong-Da Lat Ward, Lam Dong Province, Vietnam’s Central Highlands, is a popular spot to view cherry blossoms. Photo: Quang Da LatCheck out the latest news in Vietnam today:Politics-- Party General Secretary To Lam on Friday received U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Marc Knapper, who paid a farewell visit at the conclusion of his term in office, according to the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs. -- The Vietnamese military on Friday deployed six helicopters to support security operations for the upcoming 14th National Party Congress, scheduled for January 19-25 in Hanoi. Economy-- Vietnam officially launched its International Financial Center in Da Nang on Friday, marking a major step in the country’s strategy to integrate more deeply into global financial markets.

The tour invites travelers to explore centuries-old craft villages that have endured through generations. The ancestral temple dedicated to the founder of the inlay craft is also a national heritage site, commemorating those who established and preserved this traditional lacquer inlay technique. Beyond Cuu Village, travelers can explore three other traditional craft villages officially recognized by the city: Van Tu for suit tailoring, Chuyen My for lacquer inlay, and Phu Yen for leather shoes. Photo: Huy NguyenGate of Chuon Ngo Village - a traditional destination for lacquer inlay craftsmanship. These craftsmen warmly welcome visitors who wish to observe each step of the meticulous lacquer inlay process.

Advertisements for preschool English courses are easy to find online. As a result, English courses for preschoolers have mushroomed almost year-round. Enrolling babies right after first birthdayRecruitment for preschool English courses has been brisk since the first days of 2026. "Learn early, absorb early, speak early. Hai revealed that preschool English courses generate solid revenue.

The Book Street in Ho Chi Minh City attracts many people. Ho Chi Minh City-- The ‘feels-like’ temperature in Ho Chi Minh City on Friday morning dropped to 17 degrees Celsius according to mobile weather applications, while the actual temperature recorded at 4:00 am in the city’s central area was 20 degrees Celsius. -- Ho Chi Minh City chairman Nguyen Van Duoc on Thursday afternoon received U.S. -- Canadian Secretary of State for International Development Randeep Sarai visited the Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve in Ho Chi Minh City on Thursday, as part of his working visit to Vietnam. -- The Book Street in Ho Chi Minh City has generated revenue of over VND433 billion (US$16.5 million) over the past 10 years.

The product code and expiry date are printed on the bottom of a can of the Nestlé infant nutrition product. The recall covers 17 specific batches across two main product lines: Nestlé NAN INFINIPRO A2 (stages 1, 2, and 3) and Nestlé NAN OPTIPRO PLUS (stages 1 and 2), in 400g and 800g packaging. Affected batches are identified by product codes printed on the bottom of the cans. Nestlé Vietnam stressed that infant nutrition products bearing different batch codes and all other product lines not listed in the recall still meet quality and safety standards. Regarding the BEBA and Alfamino products, Nestlé Vietnam stated that it has neither registered product declarations nor self-declared these products.

The Agency of Foreign Trade (AFT) under the Ministry of Industry and Trade aims to increase total export turnover by more than 8% in 2026 compared with 2025, while maintaining a trade surplus of over 23 billion USD, up 15% year on year. It will continue working with relevant bodies to urge Mexico to add Vietnamese steel producers to its list of eligible mills permitted to export steel to the country. According to the 2025 import-export report, Vietnam’s merchandise trade reached a new record, with total turnover hitting 930 billion USD, up 18.2% year on year. New-generation FTAs delivered clear benefits, with exports rising to high-standard markets including the EU, Canada and Japan. Vietnam recorded its tenth consecutive trade surplus, estimated at around 20 billion USD, contributing to macroeconomic stability and investor confidence, though trade remains concentrated in a limited number of major markets./.

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism announced on January 9 that it has issued Decision No. 14/QD-BVHTTDL on removing “The Sorrow of War” novel by Bao Ninh, from the list of 50 outstanding Vietnamese literary and performing arts works created since national reunification (April 30, 1975). Previously, on November 13, 2025, the ministry issued Decision No. The list included “The Sorrow of War”, one of the most widely known novels by writer Bao Ninh. The ministry expressed its appreciation for the attention and feedback from agencies, organisations, individuals and the public regarding the selection.