Hanoi fashion streets packed with Tet shoppers
On Dang Van Ngu Street, Hoang Tu, 21, carried five bags filled with clothes and cosmetics, saying she had spent part of her Tet bonus on shopping. Photo: Hong Quang / Tuoi TreChua Boc Street is popular among youth for its fashion and local brand stores, Hanoi, February 2026. Photo: Hong Quang / Tuoi TreHanh, a 24-year-old customer, shops for Tet clothes with her friend, Hanoi, February 2026. Photo: Hong Quang / Tuoi TreWarm weather forecasts encouraged shoppers to choose lighter clothing, with traditional Vietnamese ‘ao dai’ proving especially popular among young buyers. Photo: Hong Quang / Tuoi TreBy late night, Nguyen Trai and Dang Van Ngu Streets are still congested, Hanoi, February 2026.
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February 14, 2026 03:18 UTC
Part 2: From a rescue mission to an industrial-scale agricultural model
As THACO AGRI reinvested from scratch, the costs poured into leveling, irrigation, and infrastructure were immense. A year later, Chair of Fresh Del Monte flew from Miami to Vietnam to meet Duong. Following that trip, Fresh Del Monte began promoting cooperation. Conversely, if Fresh Del Monte does not purchase at least 90 percent of the output, they face corresponding sanctions. Beyond Fresh Del Monte, many other global agricultural brands have been seeking out THACO AGRI.
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February 14, 2026 03:07 UTC
Ninh Binh’s ancient cave carvings recognized as priceless heritage
Phong Phu Pagoda, also known as Lien Hoa Cave, is located in Phong Phu residential quarter, Tay Hoa Lu Ward, Ninh Binh. Within the pagoda complex lies Lien Hoa Cave on Co Phong Mountain, home to 18 Arhat ma nhai carvings, ancient stone statues and long-standing stone steles. Notably, these are the only known Arhat ma nhai carved onto a cave wall currently found in Vietnam. In early February 2026, the set of 18 Arhat ma nhai carvings at Lien Hoa Cave, Co Phong Mountain, Phong Phu Pagoda was officially recognized as a National Treasure. Phong Phu Pagoda and Co Phong Mountain, where the 18 Arhat ma nhai carvings are preserved.
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February 14, 2026 02:37 UTC
Spring festival unites Vietnamese in Germany
Guests attend the Community Tet celebration for the Year of the Horse 2026 in Berlin, Germany. Photo: Quang ChiRecently, at the Cultural House of Dong Xuan Center in Berlin, the Vietnamese Embassy in Germany coordinated with the Vietnamese community to solemnly host the 2026 Lunar New Year (Tet) celebration, in an atmosphere both dignified and rich in national identity. In his remarks, Ambassador Nguyen Dac Thanh affirmed that the Vietnamese community in Germany continues to serve as an effective bridge of friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and the Federal Republic of Germany. Nguyen Xuan Thinh, Acting President of the Union of Vietnamese Associations in Germany, affirmed that the Vietnamese community remains united, proactive in integration and respectful of local laws. On the occasion of the New Year, he extended wishes of peace and prosperity to Vietnamese people across Germany.
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February 14, 2026 01:31 UTC
Tech scams during Tet: fake shippers and invoices stalk users
Ngo Tran Vu, Director of NTS Security, said the year-end period is always the "peak season" for tech fraud. The "fake shipper" reports a package delivery, but since the recipient is not at home, the "shipper" suggests leaving the goods in front of the house or with security. According to Vu, the scam script upgrades further once the recipient transfers money to the "fake shipper." AI and deepfakes: phony video callsThe most frightening aspect of the rising tech scam trend is the involvement of AI. Third, “Don’t transfer money unless you are certain”.
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February 14, 2026 01:01 UTC
Vinaconex appoints Tran Dinh Tuan as new chairman
At the same time, Vinaconex appointed Tran Dinh Tuan, a member of the board of directors, as the new chairman. Tuan also holds several management positions within the Vinaconex ecosystem, including general director and board member of Vinaconex Design and Interior JSC; board member of Vinaconex Quang Ninh Investment JSC; and chairman of the board of Vimeco JSC. According to disclosures, Tran Dinh Tuan currently owns more than 27,000 VCG shares, equivalent to approximately 0.004 percent of Vinaconex’s charter capital. For the full year 2025, the company’s net revenue reached more than VND16,064 billion (approximately US$655 million), up 25 percent year-on-year. In 2025, Vinaconex set revenue and after-tax profit targets of VND15,500 billion (US$633 million) and VND1,200 billion (US$49 million), respectively.
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February 13, 2026 22:36 UTC
Overcharging foreigners: A habit Vietnam must leave behind
A foreign tourist poses for photos at a Lunar New Year cultural event in Da Nang, central Vietnam, February 6, 2026. One such incident happened in a back lane in the former Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City. I asked the woman, in Vietnamese, why she charged me VND20,000 when she charged everyone else VND15,000 ($0.58). Street sellers, small businesses, and taxi services have also modernized. I will continue to support street sellers and small businesses, and I will continue to avoid those who overcharge me because of my appearance.
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February 13, 2026 13:01 UTC
The mixed emotions behind Tet bonuses in Vietnamese sports
Players of The Cong Viettel receive Tet bonuses. When asked, “Will there be Tet bonuses this year?”, many players in the V-League or First Division simply fall silent. For some clubs, Tet bonuses are a distant luxury. The The Cong Viettel club remains among the few still maintaining Tet bonuses beyond performance rewards. Photo: SHBeyond football, most Vietnamese athletes in other sports will likely receive no Tet bonuses.
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February 13, 2026 10:13 UTC
US, Brazil boost imports of Vietnamese tilapia in 2025
The United States remained the largest buyer of Vietnamese tilapia fillets last year, with imports valued at $40 million, marking a dramatic 499-percent increase compared to the previous year. In Asia, Taiwan and Japan maintained stable imports of Vietnamese tilapia. In Europe, Italy recorded a 54-percent increase in the purchase of the Vietnamese tilapia, with its import value exceeding $601,000. Meanwhile, Vietnam’s tilapia exports to Saudi Arabia and Puerto Rico registered sharply high values in 2025. Although tilapia shipments to Qatar dipped slightly by 11 percent, the country remained among the top 10 importers of Vietnamese tilapia.
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February 13, 2026 09:55 UTC
VN Internet Association warns against electricity rate hike for data centers
Once the circular took effect, data centers operated by members such as Viettel, VNPT, FPT, CMC, and VNG were automatically reclassified into the higher-cost commercial bracket, causing operational expenses to spike by more than 50%. We propose that the government continue to apply industrial electricity pricing for data centers to ensure stable investment and expansion,” VIA chairman Vu Hoang Lien stated in the letter. 24/2023/QH15, which defines data center services as telecommunications services that provide data processing, storage, and access via telecommunications networks - thereby qualifying for production-rate electricity pricing. VIA emphasized that the digital technology industry - encompassing digital infrastructure, data infrastructure, and data centers - is a strategic sector forming the backbone of Vietnam’s digital economy. For Vietnam’s digital economy to thrive, they argue, stable and supportive power pricing for data centers is not merely a cost issue - it is a national strategy.
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February 13, 2026 09:23 UTC
Bonsai masterpieces at Yen Tu blossom into symbols of prosperity
The centerpiece of the fair is “Thien Phuc Yen Tu,” an extraordinary apricot tree displayed prominently in the garden of Hoang Lam Nursery. “Thien Phuc Yen Tu is not just a decorative plant-it symbolizes peace, fortune, and prosperity,” the representative shared. The Yen Tu apricot, known for its resilience, five-petal golden blooms, and delicate fragrance, thrives in the northern climate. Nguyen Trang Van, a resident of Viet Hung Ward, said: “I’ve seen Yen Tu apricot trees before, but never ones so unique and valuable. Photo: Pham CongThe Yen Tu apricot trees bloom brilliantly, filling the fair with golden color.
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February 13, 2026 09:08 UTC
The Year of the Horse gallops in
As the time approaches for 2026, we say goodbye to the Year of the Dragon and welcome the Year of the Horse. The Year of the Horse brings with it a very special story that suggests the theme of the coming year. Forward movement and progression suggest that the Year of the Horse will include improvements in travel and communication. A favorite option for new expats in major cities like Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi is to immerse themselves in the city. Ray Kuschert and his Vietnamese wife pose for a Tet photo to celebrate the coming year of the Horse 2026.
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February 13, 2026 04:14 UTC
Elderly Vietnamese woman narrowly escapes $800,000 ‘international gift’ scam
The incident began on the afternoon of February 9, when the woman, identified as T.T.K.K., arrived alone at the Cam My transaction office of LPBank. According to officers, the woman had been approached on social media by an individual posing as a foreign national. The suspect gradually built trust through online conversations before claiming to send her a valuable ‘international gift,’ allegedly containing $800,000, for safekeeping. However, to receive the supposed gift, the woman was told she needed to pay VND150 million in tax fees. After police explained the tactics commonly used in high-tech and online fraud schemes, the woman realized she had been deceived.
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February 13, 2026 01:23 UTC
Breakfast @ Tuoi Tre News — February 13
Sunny weather is forecast to return to southern Vietnam on February 13, 2026 following a spell of unseasonal rainfall. -- Dak Lak Province plans to set off low-altitude fireworks on Lunar New Year’s Eve 2026 at two locations, using 300 firework racks. Ho Chi Minh City-- Ho Chi Minh City opened Ly Thai To Memorial Park No. 1, seen as a memorial to the collective resilience of Ho Chi Minh City residents during the COVID-19 pandemic, on Thursday night. -- Police in Ho Chi Minh City have broken up a fake food manufacturing and trading ring, seizing nearly one metric ton of monosodium glutamate, thousands of bottles of fish sauce, and hundreds of kilograms of seasoning powder and detergent.
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February 13, 2026 01:18 UTC
Gold-ring prices have soared since 2018 God of Wealth Day
For many years, buying gold on God of Wealth Day (the 10th day of the first lunar month) has become a habit for many people. Chu Thi Hong Phuong from Phu Thuong (Hanoi) said she has been buying gold on God of Wealth Day for many years. This means that those who queued to buy gold on God of Wealth Day in previous years have hit a jackpot. Thus, those who bought gold on God of Wealth Day 2018 and sold it after one year would have lost VND350,000 per tael. In 2023, on God of Wealth Day (January 31), gold ring prices returned to a slight upward trend, reaching VND55.5 million per tael.
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February 13, 2026 01:06 UTC