A concept render of the Galaxy S26 Ultra. For reference, the Galaxy S25 was also launched on a Wednesday last year, as was the Galaxy S24 back in 2024. Galaxy S26 Ultra may go on sale in early MarchThe actual sales launch is likely to fall in early March. Samsung has not disclosed why it chose not to unveil the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra earlier this month. The good news is that aside from the likely launch date, most specifications and key features of the Galaxy S26 series have already been shaped through credible leaks.

Alfamino and Beba infant formula products made by Swiss food and beverage giant Nestlé S.A. Photo: Nestlé websiteThe Food Safety Authority (FSA) under the Ministry of Health made the request on Wednesday, following reports a day earlier that the global food and beverage giant had announced the preventive recall. To safeguard consumers in Vietnam, the FSA has instructed Nestlé Vietnam to conduct a comprehensive review of all activities related to the two product lines. This includes verifying the registration status of product declarations or self-declarations for Beba and Alfamino infant formula in the Vietnamese market. The FSA has set January 10 as the deadline for Nestlé Vietnam to complete its review and submit its findings and response plans, allowing regulators to consider further management measures if necessary. According to the UK’s Food Standards Agency, cereulide is highly heat stable, meaning it is unlikely to be deactivated or destroyed by boiling or during infant formula preparation.

Players of Vietnam (in red) and Jordan compete during their Group A match at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia, January 6, 2026. The win put Vietnam top of the group after the first round of matches. Vietnam next face Kyrgyzstan on Friday before meeting hosts Saudi Arabia in the final group match. The 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup, held in Saudi Arabia from Tuesday to January 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.

Ho Chi Minh City feels chilly on the morning of January 8, 2026 with colder weather expected tomorrow. Early this morning, Ho Chi Minh City saw sunshine but remained mild and slightly cold, with morning temperatures continuing to fall from the same time a day earlier. Weather conditions in Ho Chi Minh City and across the southern region are expected to remain stable, with little rain. Nighttime low temperatures are forecast to drop by a further 2-3 degrees Celsius, leading to cooler nights and early mornings. Dong Nai Province recorded temperatures of 18 degrees Celsius in Phuoc Long and 17.4 degrees Celsius in Ta Lai; while Lam Dong Province saw 14 degrees Celsius in Bao Loc, 12.7 degrees Celsius in Lien Khuong, 10.5 degrees Celsius in Da Lat, and 21 degrees Celsius in Phan Thiet.

A new report confirms what many users have long suspected: iPhones consistently outperform their Android counterparts in long-term value retention. While cutting-edge specs aren’t always necessary, ongoing security updates and good resale value can turn a five-year-old phone into a surprisingly valuable asset. Apple dominates long-term resale rankingsA five-to-six-year depreciation study published by MakeUseOf shows Apple leading by a wide margin. In terms of performance, ecosystem integration, and software support, the iPhone 12 Pro Max clearly outshines it, making it the smarter long-term buy. Longevity is Apple’s secret weaponTake software support, for example: the iPhone 12 will continue receiving updates until at least 2027-seven years after launch.

Systemic pressures and international standardsAccording to Hung, although credit institutions have made significant efforts to supply capital to the economy in recent years, continued over-dependence on bank loans will heighten liquidity risks. The role of "seed capital"Hung proposed strengthening the synergy and complementary relationship between state budget capital (via public investment) and bank credit. “State budget capital should function as ‘seed capital,’ working alongside bank credit to support enterprises. Shifting towards the bond marketIn this context, mobilizing capital through the bond market is seen as a vital long-term objective for sustainable development. Do Ngoc Quynh, Secretary General of the Vietnam Bond Market Association, noted that the market has expanded rapidly over the past decade.

Society-- A cold air mass reached the south-central region on Thursday and is continuing to expand deeper into the southern region, while many localities in central Vietnam may experience scattered rains today, according to the national weather center. Ho Chi Minh City-- A fierce fire broke out on a tourist boat that was moored on the Saigon River, Ho Chi Minh City at around 4:00 pm on Wednesday. Authorities in Thanh My Tay Ward were working with police officers at 9:00 pm to examine the scene and investigate the cause of the blaze. Economy-- Vietnam’s stock market closed 2025 on a divergent note, with the benchmark VN-Index of the Ho Chi Minh City bourse surging 40.9 percent despite sharp falls in numerous stocks. -- Vietnam aims for a total seafood output of over 10 million metric tons in 2026, up 0.6 percent from 2025, while seafood export turnover is targeted at around $11.5 billion.

This was critical in developing the night-time economy, an area where Khanh Hoa was previously seen as underperforming relative to its potential. Compared with 2019, the pre-Covid-19 year, both visitor numbers and tourism revenue in Khanh Hoa have increased dramatically. Nguyen Long Bien, Standing Vice Chairman of the Khanh Hoa People’s Committee, said that Khanh Hoa tourism recovered quickly after the pandemic. With current growth momentum, in 2026 Khanh Hoa targets more than 18.1 million visitors, including over 6 million international arrivals, and tourism revenue exceeding VND77 trillion. However, Khanh Hoa tourism still faces challenges such as uneven infrastructure, weak regional linkages, and the underdeveloped role of a “core hub” leading regional tourism.

A skip button is seen on an online video advertisement on a digital platform. 342/2025, which caps the mandatory viewing time for video or animated ads at five seconds and bans any waiting period to close static image ads, according to the text issued by the government. The regulation effectively ends the use of non-skippable video ads that previously required viewers to watch 15-30 seconds before continuing. The decree assigns ministries and local authorities responsibility for monitoring, detecting, and ordering the removal of illegal online advertisements. Cross-border platforms that provide advertising services to users in Vietnam are also subject to the rules and must fully comply with Vietnamese law.

From the back of the vehicle, Dang Van Nghi, 27, residing in Long Khanh Commune and members of the Long Khanh Volunteer Team carefully carried down a large plastic container. That was just one of a lot of “fish rescue” trips the Long Khanh volunteer team has carried out over nearly the past year. The Long Khanh volunteer team was established in early 2025 with just 12 initial members. For Nghia and the Long Khanh volunteer team, the fish rescue journey continues quietly but persistently. We only know that every time fish are released back into the river, another hope is planted in the vast Tien River,” Nghia shared.

Sunflowers bloom along the Saigon River in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, January 2026. Ho Chi Minh City-- Ho Chi Minh City authorities have approved a plan to allow electric motorbike battery-swapping cabinets to be installed on sidewalks and in public areas to support green transport and emissions reduction. -- Ho Chi Minh City police said on Tuesday they arrested or handled 15,240 people in 5,790 drug-related cases in 2025 as authorities stepped up a nationwide crackdown and moved toward a goal of making the city drug-free by 2030. -- Ho Chi Minh City’s tax authority said on Tuesday it collected a record VND619.99 trillion (US$23.6 billion) in 2025, helping push the city’s total state budget revenue past VND800 trillion ($30.4 billion) for the first time. Sports-- Vietnam beat Jordan 2-0 on Tuesday to take an early lead in Group A of the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup.

The love stories of several so-called “mismatched” couples took social media by storm in 2025. Though they differ in age, height, or appearance, these couples share one thing in common: sincere, resilient love built on understanding and respect. Their wedding in May 2025 was a joyful celebration, marking the beginning of a new chapter together. Despite curious glances and whispers about their "mismatched" looks, Duy’s unwavering affection showed that height has nothing to do with love. Their wedding preparations weren’t without hiccups-posing for photos and choosing matching outfits proved challenging due to the height gap.

Resolution 57, issued by the Politburo, puts science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation at the heart of Vietnam’s national development strategy. At its core, the resolution emphasizes mastering strategic and core technologies, reducing external dependency, and building resilient internal capacity. In this context, presentations by tech giants CMC and FPT highlight the alignment between state policy and enterprise strategy. According to Nguyen Van Khoa, this is not just a structural move but a practical commitment to owning core technologies. It demands patience from shareholders and support from regulators-especially in creating sandbox environments to test and launch core tech products.

Under the draft, EV parking areas must be included within the approved project footprint. The ministry recommends separating EV parking areas from those for internal combustion engine vehicles (ICEVs). The EV parking area will count toward the building’s total parking space as per regulations. These EV parking zones must be equipped with surveillance cameras capable of early fire detection via temperature, smoke, or flame recognition. For new buildings, EV parking will be mandatory and must align with local green transport goals.

Thick frost clings to tree branches and walkways on Fansipan’s summit in Lao Cai Province, northern Vietnam. Photo: AXAs a prolonged cold spell grips northern Vietnam, temperatures have fallen sharply across a wide area. Earlier this season, frost had appeared several times on Fansipan but only in thin layers. At 7:00 am on January 7, 2026, dense fog still blanketed the mountain peak of Fansipan as temperatures dropped to -3°C. At 5:30 am on Wednesday, temperatures recorded at weather stations from Ha Tinh northward were all below 15 degrees Celsius.