Muted palette for Galaxy S26 Ultra leaves fans craving more
Proposed colors for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. One of the latest leaks centers on the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s color options. It may be an overstatement to attribute the iPhone 17’s success in 2025 solely to its orange color, but consumer tastes are unpredictable. Based on the leaks so far, the Galaxy S26 Ultra doesn’t appear to be a dramatic leap forward from the S25 Ultra - nor was the S25 a major departure from the S24. But the Galaxy S26 Ultra?
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January 25, 2026 07:50 UTC
Prime Minister orders report on proposed national gold exchange
Among them is a call to accelerate the research and assessment of a proposed national gold exchange, with a report to be submitted to the Government this month. Photo: The BangTo successfully implement the 14th National Party Congress Resolution, the Prime Minister instructed ministries, agencies, and local authorities to act with urgency, decisiveness, and efficiency. Coordination with fiscal policy is essential to promote growth, stabilize the macroeconomy, manage inflation, and maintain key economic balances. The central bank is also instructed to guide credit institutions toward safe and efficient credit growth, directing capital flows into productive sectors, priority industries, and key growth drivers. A key highlight of the directive is the instruction to quickly finalize research and evaluation on the formation of a national gold exchange.
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January 25, 2026 07:45 UTC
Year-start market shocks: iPhones cheap, Dien pomelos cheaper
While new devices remain popular, the used phone market - especially for this model - is drawing considerable attention thanks to its aggressively competitive pricing. Dien pomelos sold on Hanoi sidewalks for just $0.08 eachAs harvest season peaks, Dien pomelo prices are falling sharply due to a surge in supply. Off-season dragon fruit commands high price as demand risesAs the Tet holiday nears, the market for off-season dragon fruit is heating up, with high prices holding steady thanks to limited supply and strong demand. Durian prices soar ahead of TetDurian farmers in Dong Thap province are celebrating as the fruit fetches high prices ahead of the lunar new year. According to VOV, fruit companies in Dong Thap are purchasing top-grade Monthong durians at warehouse prices of $4.30–$4.51 per kilogram.
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January 25, 2026 07:35 UTC
TOEFL iBT launches new global format with first test in Vietnam
Test takers sit the TOEFL iBT exam. Her goal is to use the TOEFL iBT certificate to convert her English score for the national university entrance exam in 2026. Le Quynh Trang, a training expert at IIG Vietnam - the authorized provider of the TOEFL exam - explained that starting January 21, 2026, the TOEFL iBT structure has been updated with several key changes. Starting in January 2026, TOEFL iBT scores will shift from the traditional 0–120 scale to a simplified 1–6 scale. The TOEFL iBT exam is developed by the US-based Educational Testing Service (ETS) and is designed specifically for non-native English speakers.
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January 25, 2026 07:32 UTC
Vietnam’s 14th Party Congress sparks three major breakthroughs
Photo: Pham HaiUnlike previous congresses, the 14th Congress was preceded by a wave of significant policy resolutions that laid the groundwork for a new development trajectory. This readiness to embrace new paradigms-while directly confronting existing weaknesses-marks the first major breakthrough of the 14th Congress. The 14th Congress enshrined that ethos in concrete policies-many of which began rolling out as early as 2024. The legacy of the 14th Congress may follow a similar trajectory: early disruption, gradual momentum, and eventual transformation. The 14th Congress has delivered three breakthroughs that speak not only to the Party’s evolving thinking but to its readiness to act.
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January 24, 2026 11:05 UTC
Vietnamese academics face retraction over unethical authorship
According to the journal’s official notice, the retraction was made due to an act deemed unethical in the realm of academic publishing. Following the retraction, a HUTECH representative confirmed with VietNamNet that the university had been made aware of the case and launched an internal inquiry. Furthermore, the lecturer had not included the paper in any personal research declarations submitted for academic evaluation, internal review, or professional appraisal within the institution. The university stated that faculty members are routinely reminded of regulations regarding authorship, publication standards, and proper academic conduct. The retraction highlights growing scrutiny over ethical standards in academic publishing, particularly concerning proper attribution of intellectual contributions.
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January 24, 2026 07:19 UTC
Party Congress honors 50 outgoing Central Committee members
At the closing session of Vietnam’s 14th National Party Congress held on January 23, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man announced that 50 members of the 13th Central Committee did not seek re-election to the new 14th Central Committee. The 14th Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam introduced at the 14th National Party Congress. The ceremony was attended by invited guests including former Party and State leaders, representatives of the Vietnam Fatherland Front, and former Central Committee members from the 4th to 8th tenures. The newly elected 14th Central Committee was officially introduced at the session, with General Secretary To Lam delivering a closing address. List of 13th Central Committee members not re-elected to the 14th term:1.
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January 23, 2026 16:47 UTC
Three new members elected to Party Secretariat, two are women
Later in the day, during the closing session of the 14th National Party Congress, on behalf of the Presidium, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man announced that the Central Committee had approved the composition of the 14th Secretariat, consisting of 13 members. Of these, 10 are Politburo members assigned to the Secretariat by internal arrangement. Three additional members were elected at the Central Committee's first session. They are:Vo Thi Anh Xuan, Central Committee member and Vice President of VietnamPham Thi Thanh Tra, Central Committee member, member of the Party Committee of the Government, and Deputy Prime MinisterNguyen Van Quang, Central Committee member, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chief Justice of the Supreme People's CourtThese new appointments bring gender diversity and institutional experience into the Party’s executive leadership body. Based on the recommendations of the Central Committee, the 14th Politburo also assigned Tran Cam Tu, a Politburo member, to continue in the role of Executive Secretary of the Secretariat.
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January 23, 2026 10:56 UTC
14th National Party Congress wraps up with success
The 14th Party Central Committee convened its first plenary meeting and elected a 19-member Politburo. The Party Central Committee unanimously elected To Lam, General Secretary of the 13th Party Central Committee, to continue serving as General Secretary of the 14th Party Central Committee, with 180 out of 180 votes, or 100% approval. The 14th Party Central Committee also approved the composition of the 14th Party Central Committee’s Secretariat, comprising 13 members. The Party Central Committee unanimously elects General Secretary of the 13th Party Central Committee To Lam to continue serving as General Secretary of the 14th Party Central Committee, with 180 out of 180 votes, or 100% approval. The Party chief highlighted the 14th Party Central Committee’s determination to foster solidarity and successfully implement the Resolution of the 14th National Party Congress, striving to build a strong and prosperous Vietnam in the new era.
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January 23, 2026 10:36 UTC
Horticulture gains ground in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, fragmented production limits exports: Dutch embassy
Photo: T.Luy / Tuoi TreThe Mekong Delta has long been Vietnam’s agricultural powerhouse. Horticulture gains groundDespite its central role in national food production, the Mekong Delta is also among the regions most vulnerable to climate change. With its tropical climate and fertile alluvial soil, the Mekong Delta is well suited to a wide range of horticultural crops. Longan and mangosteen on sale in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta. Fragmented production poses challengesDespite its potential, horticulture exports in the Mekong Delta continue to face significant hurdles.
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January 23, 2026 10:27 UTC
Galaxy S26 release dates locked in, pricing still a mystery
Expected Galaxy S26 Ultra color options. Photo: NotebookcheckAccording to a reputable Korean tech outlet, Samsung is set to unveil its next flagship phones - the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra - on February 25 in San Francisco. The Galaxy S25 series went on sale February 3, 2025, while the S24 debuted even earlier, on January 24, 2024. Will Samsung raise prices for the S26, S26 Plus, or especially the S26 Ultra? But analysts believe that models like the S25 Ultra - and likely the S26 Ultra - still offer healthy profit margins.
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January 23, 2026 10:11 UTC
Vietnam attends Board of Peace Charter signing aimed at ending Gaza conflict
U.S. President Donald Trump (seated) and other delegates attend the signing ceremony of the Charter of the Board of Peace on ending the conflict in the Gaza Strip, held on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, January 22, 2026. At the meetings, Son affirmed that Vietnam highly values President Trump’s efforts to promote global peace, cooperation, and prosperity, and expressed the country’s readiness to join the Board of Peace as a founding member. Son also conveyed the appreciation of Party General Secretary To Lam for President Trump’s continued support for strengthening Vietnam–U.S. Officials from President Trump’s cabinet welcomed Vietnam’s decision to become a founding member of the Board of Peace and expressed their commitment to further advancing the Vietnam–U.S. They highlighted the importance of promoting effective cooperation, including efforts to advance negotiations on reciprocal tax arrangements, noting that President Trump plans to visit Vietnam when conditions permit.
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January 23, 2026 10:01 UTC
The mystery and majesty of Ba Chua Xu Temple in An Giang
Nestled at the base of Sam Mountain in An Giang province, Ba Chua Xu Temple is among the most revered spiritual landmarks in southern Vietnam. Ba Chua Xu Temple. Locals believed that Ba Chua Xu had chosen the spot as her rightful place of worship. Regardless of its true origin, the statue is now deeply embedded in Vietnamese spiritual life, venerated as Ba Chua Xu. Photo: M.TThe statue of Ba Chua Xu, carved from rose sandstone, enshrined in the main hall.
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January 23, 2026 09:30 UTC
Vietnam’s new Party Central Committee features 21 female leaders
Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan, Deputy Prime Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra, and National Assembly Vice Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Thanh. Several were born in 1971, including Dao Hong Lan, Nguyen Thi Tuyen, Nguyen Thi Bich Ngoc, and Ho Thi Hoang Yen. Nguyen Thanh Hai – Member of the Central Committee, Chairwoman of the National Assembly Committee on Science, Technology, and Environment4. Le Thi Nga – Member of the Central Committee, Deputy Chairwoman of the National Assembly Committee on People’s Petitions and Oversight12. Le Thi Thuy – Deputy Secretary of the Government Party CommitteeDeputy Secretary of the Government Party Committee Le Thi Thuy.
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January 23, 2026 08:10 UTC
Vietnam’s Party General Secretary To Lam re-elected for new term
Vietnam’s Party General Secretary To Lam. To Lam, who served as general secretary during the 13th term (2021-2026), convened the meeting and delivered the opening address in his role as head of the previous Central Committee. The 14th Party Central Committee has unanimously elected To Lam (R, 2nd), General Secretary of the 13th Party Central Committee, to continue serving as General Secretary of the 14th Party Central Committee. He is a member of the Politburo and has served multiple terms on the Party Central Committee. Before becoming general secretary, he held senior posts in the Ministry of Public Security, including minister, and previously served as state president in 2024.
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January 23, 2026 07:46 UTC