Viral banana fritter shop in Can Tho charms fans with furry cashier
From then on, “Chuoi Chien Soc Trang” - his banana fritter brand - began to spread rapidly on TikTok. Le Quoc Truong’s banana fritter shop in Can Tho became famous after livestreams went viral. His banana fritter recipe is a blend of glutinous rice flour, wheat flour, turmeric starch, and sugar. He’s a teammate, a friend, and a key part of the warm, unforgettable experience they’ve created at their little banana fritter shop. Photo: T.TThis four-year-old pup is the “cashier” at Truong’s banana stall.
Source:VietNamNet News
January 05, 2026 05:27 UTC
New Zealand offers record number of scholarships to Vietnamese students
New Zealand will offer the highest number of scholarships ever to Vietnamese students. Photo: ENZNew Zealand will offer 56 government scholarships to Vietnamese students in grades 8, 9, and 10 for the 2026 academic year - the highest number ever awarded under its secondary school scholarship (NZSS) program. Ben Burrowes, Regional Director for Asia at ENZ, noted: “The increasing number of NZSS scholarships offered each year allows Vietnamese students to explore a wider range of schools that match their strengths and personal goals. Students will be considered for government scholarships based on their two preferred schools in New Zealand. These schools follow either the New Zealand National Curriculum or international programs such as Cambridge and the International Baccalaureate.
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January 05, 2026 05:21 UTC
Passenger bus overturns in Son La, 11 injured in early morning crash
Scene of the accident. Photo: Phieng Pan communeThe accident occurred at Km472 of National Highway 37, in the area of Mat Sang village, Phieng Pan commune. Photos from the scene show the bus lying on its side with significant structural damage. Local emergency services and traffic police quickly arrived on the scene, coordinating with commune officials to carry out rescue operations. The 11 injured passengers were immediately transported to the Phieng Pan Commune Medical Station for emergency care.
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January 05, 2026 05:17 UTC
Smartphones to washing machines: Why prices could soar in 2026
Companies such as Dell, Lenovo, Raspberry Pi, and Xiaomi are feeling the heat, reporting mounting pressure on production costs. UK-based computer maker Raspberry Pi described current cost pressures as “painful,” after it raised prices at the end of last year. Lenovo, the world’s largest PC maker, said it is stockpiling memory chips and other vital components in anticipation of prolonged supply risks. Macquarie estimates electronics prices could rise by 10% to 20% in 2026, while Nomura suggests the increase may be around 5% - if companies can cut costs elsewhere. In the short term, analysts say electronics manufacturers face a difficult choice: raise retail prices or sacrifice profit margins.
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January 05, 2026 04:26 UTC
Electric scooter Honda Activa e: could debut in Vietnam
Electric scooter Honda Active e: is expected to enter Vietnam ahead of the 2026 Lunar New Year. The Honda Activa e: shares several similarities with the CUV e:, which is currently offered in Vietnam under a leasing scheme. Notably, both models feature a removable battery system. In terms of design, the Activa e: remains faithful to the styling cues that have made the Activa name popular. The most notable highlight of the Honda Activa e: is its removable battery solution.
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January 05, 2026 04:13 UTC
Foreign tourists threatened with shovel on Vietnam’s Nha Trang beach
A screenshot from a video circulating on Facebook shows a man raising a shovel to threaten two foreign tourists during a confrontation on Nha Trang Beach in Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam. The Nha Trang Ward People’s Committee on Sunday said it had instructed local police to verify and clarify the incident shown in a video clip recorded at Nha Trang Beach, one of Vietnam’s most popular tourist destinations. The clip, more than one minute long and circulated on Facebook, shows a heated argument between a group of Vietnamese youths and several foreign tourists at the seaside park along Nha Trang Beach. According to the footage, two foreign tourists were standing near a pedestrian walkway inside the beach park area when they became involved in a verbal dispute with the group. Responding to public concern, a leader of the Nha Trang Ward People’s Committee said local authorities take the matter seriously and are committed to handling the case strictly in accordance with the law.
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January 05, 2026 03:58 UTC
Hanoi schools may suspend classes amid severe air pollution
In the event of severe pollution (VN_AQI ≥ 301), schools must suspend or reschedule in-person activities to safeguard students and staff. This department is also tasked with strengthening surveillance and enforcement to prevent open burning practices such as waste burning, straw burning, and agricultural byproduct incineration. Health ministry outlines public safety measuresThe Department of Health will develop public health communications in collaboration with media and local authorities. Ward leaders will be held personally accountable by the city's chairman if serious pollution incidents occur within their jurisdiction. Local police are instructed to lead enforcement operations to eliminate illegal waste burning, straw incineration, and agricultural byproduct fires.
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January 05, 2026 03:56 UTC
Vietnam police detain 30 in busting gambling ring on Ha Long Bay
Police from Quang Ninh Province, working with units from Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security, inspect fishing boats during an operation that uncovered an illegal gambling ring in Ha Long Bay, Quang Ninh Province, northern Vietnam. Photo: Quang Ninh PoliceCriminal police from Quang Ninh, working with the Ministry of Public Security, carried out the inspection on January 2 and found groups gambling aboard the vessels. Police identified Nguyen Dinh Minh, 69, a local resident with four prior gambling convictions, as the alleged ringleader. Nguyen Dinh Minh (R), whom police identified as the suspected organizer of an illegal gambling operation, is seen at a police station in Quang Ninh Province, northern Vietnam. Photo: Quang Ninh PoliceOfficers seized gambling tools and more than VND430 million (US$16,350) in cash.
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January 05, 2026 03:38 UTC
Driver, owner fined $3,960 for no license, uninspected sleeper bus in south-central Vietnam
A traffic police officer stops and checks a sleeper bus in south-central Vietnam. Photo: SuppliedAn officer from the Traffic Police Department under the Ministry of Public Security said on Sunday night that his team had handled a serious case involving a sleeper bus operating illegally. At around 2:10 pm the same day, officers were conducting inspections of commercial transport vehicles on Nha Trang - Cam Lam Expressway when they stopped a sleeper bus for a routine check. In addition, he was booked and fined VND5 million ($190) for driving a vehicle that did not have a valid inspection certificate. The sleeper bus was temporarily impounded for seven days, and its transport badge was revoked for two months.
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January 05, 2026 02:38 UTC
Breakfast @ Tuoi Tre News — January 5
A forest ranger receives a great hornbill that was voluntarily handed over by a resident of Xuan Thoi Son Commune in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Photo: Ngoc Khai / Tuoi TreRead what is in the news in Vietnam today:Society-- A new cold air mass moves into northern Vietnam on Monday, bringing colder weather, while parts of central Vietnam see heavy rain and the south experiences unseasonal showers. -- Authorities in Dong Nai Province, southern Vietnam are investigating after a construction worker was killed on Sunday when a large steel column fell on him at the Ho Chi Minh City–Long Thanh Expressway expansion project. Travel-- Vietnam recorded an estimated 3.5 million tourist visits nationwide during the New Year holiday, with Ho Chi Minh City accounting for more than 30 percent of the total, according to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism. -- Authorities in Dong Thap Province said on Sunday at the closing ceremony that the second Sa Dec Flower Festival drew an estimated 1.2 million visitors over nine days.
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January 05, 2026 01:33 UTC
Real estate stocks 2025: A year of divergence and dominance
From April through early September, real estate stocks were among the main drivers of the VN-Index’s impressive rally. For the year, the average price increase across the real estate group still lagged behind the VN-Index’s 40% surge. Not all stocks kept paceOther real estate stocks struggled despite solid operational recoveries. FLC Group reversed a previous year’s loss with an estimated 2025 real estate profit of VND 635 billion (USD 26 million). Outlook for 2026Despite real estate prices and transaction volumes rising sharply in the first three quarters of 2025, the stock market performance remained highly selective.
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January 05, 2026 01:11 UTC
Hanoi unveils giant snake-shaped cultural center near completion
Le Mat village, in Viet Hung Ward, is famous for its centuries-old tradition of snake farming and cuisine. With a history of more than 1,000 years, the village is steeped in legends, including one about rescuing a princess during the Ly dynasty. The village also houses significant relics, including ancient temples and pagodas.
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January 05, 2026 00:30 UTC
Every property in Vietnam to get a digital ID code starting March
Digital ID codes to be assigned to real estate assets starting March 1. According to the decree, the real estate information system and database will be centrally built and managed, ensuring nationwide consistency from central to local levels. Under Clause 5, Article 3 of the decree, the electronic identification code for real estate products - including houses and floor space within constructed facilities - is a string of up to 40 alphanumeric characters. For residential properties, the digital ID is generated based on core information groups: land parcel ID, project or construction code, location code (if applicable), and a natural sequence of characters. In addition, digital IDs will also be issued to other entities involved in real estate activities, including condominium management units, licensed real estate brokers, and individuals receiving housing support under social programs.
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January 05, 2026 00:05 UTC
The rarest royal embroidery: Preserved treasure from Nguyen dynasty
Among the items he feels most connected to are imperial decrees and royal edicts from the Nguyen dynasty. A glimpse of the rare "Cuu Long" (Nine Dragons) embroidery artwork. This passion culminated in his acquisition of the "Cuu Long" embroidered silk artwork, believed to date back to the Nguyen era. The embroidery, designed in a vertical hanging scroll style, measures 2.25 meters long and 1.65 meters wide. "From my research, this was an imperial embroidery made specifically for the emperor’s use.
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January 04, 2026 23:05 UTC
U23 Vietnam faces tough challenge as it is no longer an unknown
As U23 Vietnam heads into the AFC U23 Championship 2026 in Saudi Arabia, one reality looms large: the team is no longer an enigma. U23 Vietnam is no longer a mystery at the AFC U23 Championship 2026. From regional events to international friendlies, coach Kim Sang Sik’s men featured regularly, gaining experience and demonstrating resilience. Unlike past editions, U23 Vietnam may no longer be considered the underdog. If U23 Vietnam can maximize this chemistry, stay mentally tough, and remain flexible in each match, the team still has a real shot at delivering strong results.
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January 04, 2026 22:09 UTC