Vietnam ministry proposes higher food rations, annual health checks for prisoners
A medical worker conducts a health check for a prisoner at Ngoc Ly prison in Bac Ninh Province, northern Vietnam. Photo: Ha Thanh / Tuoi TreThe draft, which is expected to take effect on July 1, would raise monthly food standards to 1.5 kg of pork and 1.5 kg of fish per prisoner, up from 1 kg each, and add five eggs per month, a food item not previously included in inmate rations. The ministry said the current average food allowance of about VND700,000 (US$27) per prisoner per month was too low to meet nutritional requirements and far below allowances for other state-managed groups, such as residents of drug rehabilitation centers. Under the proposal, prisoners would also be allowed to use their own money to buy additional food up to five times the monthly ration level, compared with the current limit of three times, through detention facility canteens. The ministry said the proposed revisions aim to better align prisoner welfare standards with current socio-economic conditions and state budget capacity.
Source:Tuoitre News
February 11, 2026 03:20 UTC
KPIs and accountability: new solutions to bring Party Resolution into life
Nguyen Xuan Thang, Chair of the Central Theory CouncilThe Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics, the Communist Review, the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences, and the Central Theory Council organized a national scientific conference titled "Solutions to bring the Resolution of the 14th Party Congress into life." In his opening and keynote speech, Nguyen Xuan Thang, Chair of the Central Theory Council, noted that this is a special conference following the 14th Congress. "We must ensure this document is not just a torch lighting the way but a guide to successfully implementing every target," he noted. He particularly emphasized the relationship between Party leadership, State management, and the accompanying participation of the people and businesses. He viewed this as a commitment, as the General Secretary said, before history, the people, and the Party.
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February 11, 2026 01:07 UTC
“Tet comes once a year, don’t turn it into extra school days”
Children can help parents clean the house, go Tet shopping, wrap banh chung, or visit relatives in their hometown. Turning a Tet holiday, which should be associated with joy, into ‘extra school days’ is not a way to help children progress. In just a few short days of Tet, children cannot suddenly become much better students. According to Trang, such assignments help children practice language skills, encourage observation and emotional awareness, and also strengthen family bonds. Final-year students are under heavy exam pressure, while younger children need time to rest and fully experience the Tet atmosphere.
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February 11, 2026 00:06 UTC
Lending land to a family for living, owner endures lawsuit to reclaim land
S. and his wife used the land plot for livestock, cultivation, and developed many items such as fences, barns, and fish ponds. When S. returned to use the land, he was prevented by B. and her husband, from which the dispute arose. S. filed a lawsuit, requesting B. and her husband to return the encroached land where the solid house had been built on his plot. After many years, while performing the acceptance procedures for a charity house supported by the locality, she discovered that S. held the title to the entire land plot. 's family falls under a category with great housing difficulties, forcing the relocation of the entire house was deemed unsuitable for reality and local social security policies.
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February 10, 2026 23:01 UTC
Mental health crisis driven by year-end work pressure and Tet stress.
Financial pressure has pushed some young people into mental health crises. Believing these were simply signs of normal work-related stress, she tried to endure and forced herself to push through. Speaking to VietNamNet, clinical psychologist Hoang Quoc Lan, a member of the Vietnam Association for Psychotherapy, said the year-end period consistently sees a marked rise in psychological stress. Those facing economic and work pressure at year-end were at higher risk. This shows that year-end stress is not an isolated phenomenon but a public health issue that requires proper attention.
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February 10, 2026 23:01 UTC
Vietnam’s Ha Tinh destroys over 900 birds amid H5N1 outbreak
Health officials in Ha Tinh Province, north-central Vietnam monitor and implement measures to prevent an H5N1 outbreak from spreading to humans in Cam Xuyen Commune. Nguyen Chi Thanh, director of the Ha Tinh Center for Disease Control, on Tuesday confirmed that the outbreak began last Saturday in Hamlet 1 of Cam Xuyen Commune. According to local statistics, 27 of 123 households in the hamlet reported sick or dead poultry. To disinfect the environment, the provincial Center for Disease Control supplied Cam Xuyen Commune with 100 kilograms of Chloramine B for use in households. He advised residents not to eat sick or dead poultry, avoid products of unclear origin, and refrain from consuming raw blood dishes.
Source:Tuoitre News
February 10, 2026 15:47 UTC
Breakfast @ Tuoi Tre News – February 10
Sunny weather is forecast to continue in southern Vietnam on February 10, 2026. -- The Ministry of Health on Monday issued new directives to provincial authorities to strengthen food safety in street food businesses, citing recent cases of mass food poisoning linked to unhygienic practices. Ho Chi Minh City-- Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City are investigating the death of a delivery driver found lying motionless on Ha Huy Giap Street in An Phu Dong Ward on Monday afternoon, with initial reports indicating the man collapsed while transporting clothing goods. -- Ho Chi Minh City’s Traffic Police Division on Monday announced intensified coordination with local forces to restore order and ensure traffic safety around major wholesale markets during the busy run-up to the 2026 Lunar New Year holiday, due in the middle of this month. -- Ho Chi Minh City aims to strengthen cooperation with France in infrastructure, finance, education, and culture to deepen the comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and France, city chairman Nguyen Van Duoc said during a meeting on Monday with French Ambassador to Vietnam Olivier Brochet.
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February 10, 2026 13:50 UTC
Ho Chi Minh City forecast to see unseasonal rain before Tet
Southern Vietnam, including Ho Chi Minh City, is forecast to have unseasonal rain in the next two days. These factors are expected to trigger scattered showers and thunderstorms. The agency said weather on Wednesday will feature variable clouds and sunshine during the day, though less intense than recent days. In the evening, scattered showers and thunderstorms are likely, with some areas seeing moderate to heavy rainfall. The agency warned that the unseasonal rain could damage flowers and plants being prepared for the Lunar New Year holiday, due in the middle of this month, causing broken branches and fallen buds.
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February 10, 2026 12:11 UTC
Farmer in Ha Tinh grows fortune beneath solar panels
His đòng đòng liquor production model brings in over a billion dong annually. (Photo: Sy Thong)Today, Toan’s farm maintains 100 sows, 80 deer, and 10 cows. He invested in equipment to produce đòng đòng liquor right on the farm. “Through training sessions organized by the Farmers’ Union, I realized that using forest land for herb cultivation has enormous potential,” he said. Nguyen Thanh Dong, Secretary of the Party Committee of Son Hong Commune, described Toan’s farm as a model example - effectively combining animal husbandry, herbal farming, liquor production, and solar energy.
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February 10, 2026 10:31 UTC
Horse mascots steal the spotlight as Tet 2026 nears
More than mere decorations, these mascots are now seen as cultural landmarks that embody creativity, local identity, and the spirit of progress. This attention to detail and expression has won over audiences, making the Tet mascots a favorite seasonal attraction. Photo: Dang TuyenIn front of the People’s Committee building in Hue, a pair of galloping horses adorned with traditional patterns come alive at night under decorative lighting. Photo: Le Thanh HaiPhoto: Le Thanh HaiAlso in Gia Lai is the astronaut horse, a symbol of the province’s science-forward vision and connection to the famed Quy Nhon Science Discovery Center. Photo: Le Thanh HaiIn Dak Lak, the Tuy Hoa Flower Street shines with the theme “Tet for all".
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February 10, 2026 09:31 UTC
Horse mascot holding iPhone 17 becomes a Tet sensation in Gia Lai
Beyond the standout figure of a horse holding an iPhone 17 Series - a mascot that has quickly caught the eye of tourists - the Tet (Lunar New Year) 2026 mascot complex in Quy Nhon Ward, Gia Lai, features a wide array of unique decorations. Nguyen Tat Thanh Square in Quy Nhon Ward, Gia Lai Province, was filled with excitement on the afternoon of February 9, as the Tet mascot complex was officially inaugurated. The horse mascot harmoniously blends traditional Vietnamese culture and the proud history of the Gia Lai region. Above them is a modern-styled bridge that symbolizes the connection between the former regions of Binh Dinh and Gia Lai, now united in today’s Gia Lai Province. The central horse mascot, inspired by the warhorse of Saint Giong, towers over 9 meters tall.
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February 10, 2026 08:36 UTC
Vietnam tightens street food safety rules
Street food vendors in Vietnam risk fines ranging from VND500,000 (US$19) to VND3 million ($116) if they fail to meet hygiene standards. Photo: Tuoi TreIn its directive sent to local authorities on Monday, the ministry defined street food as ready-to-eat food sold by mobile vendors or small operators in public spaces or at events and festivals. While many provinces and cities have improved hygiene standards, the ministry noted persistent problems among small-scale vendors, including lack of clean water, poor waste disposal, and unsafe food storage. Under the new regulations, vendors must undergo food safety training and be free of infectious diseases. Fines ranging from VND500,000 to VND1 million ($39) will apply to offenses such as selling food without hygienic tables or racks, failing to cover food to prevent dust and insects, and not wearing gloves when directly handling cooked or ready-to-eat food.
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February 10, 2026 07:46 UTC
Higher interest rates in 2026: money is available but is no longer cheap
The market has slowed down as interest rates move away from the previously low baseline. Bank interest rates are rising enough to change the behavior of homebuyers and investors. Causes behind interest rate riseMany assume rising interest rates are the result of tighter monetary policy. In such conditions, interest rates are no longer a discretionary policy tool, but a safety valve to protect liquidity. In that context, expectations of sharply lower lending interest rates are unrealistic, even if inflation remains under control.
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February 10, 2026 04:20 UTC
Experts warn of fuel system risks during E10 transition
Accordingly, from June 1, 2026, E10 will be used for gasoline engine nationwide, contributing to emission reduction commitments. In addition, E5RON92 gasoline will continue to be blended and used for gasoline engines until December 31, 2030. Moreover, using E10 gasoline also ensures engine safety. Therefore, manufacturers always recommend that users regularly inspect and maintain their vehicles’ fuel systems. However, in newer cars, fuel tanks and fuel systems have been improved, so deposit buildup rarely occurs.
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February 10, 2026 03:05 UTC
Hanoians burn offerings early for Kitchen Gods as tourists stop to watch
In the Old Quarter, families and business owners began their rituals as early as 11 a.m., with burning of votive paper appearing along sidewalks throughout central districts. “According to tradition, Ong Cong Ong Tao must return to Heaven before noon on the 23rd,” he explained. Families along Hanoi’s Old Quarter hold early Ong Cong Ong Tao offerings on sidewalks. A foreign tourist watches Mr. Hoi burn symbolic US dollar bills during the ritual on Ta Hien Street. Sidewalks across Hang Dao and Hang Bac bustle with paper burning by noon.
Source:VietNamNet News
February 10, 2026 02:05 UTC