Thousands of cattle in Lao Cai threatened by the cold

Over 20,000 cattle in Lao Cai Province may die this year if there are strong cold spells as only three quarters of the farmers have animal sheds.

JICA-funded waste-to-power project benefits Can Tho

Officials of the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho had a working session with representatives from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) on December 9 to discuss a project to reduce domestic waste in Can Tho in the coming time.

SEA Games 30: Vietnam wins 80 golds after nine days

The Vietnamese sports delegation won a total of 14 gold medals on December 9, the ninth competition day of the ongoing 30th SEA Games in the Philippines, bringing the total to 80 so far, surpassing the target of 65.

Top legislator meets President of Russia’s Tatarstan

Continuing her official visit to Russia, National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan on December 9 met with President of the Republic of Tartastan, Russia, Rustam Minnikhanov.

External factors torment investors in Vietnam

The business results of listed companies in the first nine months of the year were fairly positive. But the unpredictability of the negotiations related to the US-China trade still exists.

Vietnamese fans flock to Philippines to cheer football team in final

Vietnamese football lovers do not miss the chance to support the team’s bid by booking tours to the Philippines to attend the match.

When folk paintings and modern art technique meet

An exhibition titled ‘Tradition meets modern’ is underway at the Vietnam Women’s Museum in Hanoi, featuring remakes of folk paintings by young artist Xuan Lam.

Russian military band enthralls Vietnamese audience

The Military Band Service of the National Guard of Russia has left deep impression on Vietnamese audience when performing on the stage of the National Academy of Music in Hanoi recently.

Jazz concert celebrates Vietnam-Russia relationships

The Consulate General of the Russian Federation in HCMC held a jazz concert at Sax n Art Jazz Club in HCMC on December 8 as part of activities to celebrate the Vietnam-Russia Cross Year 2019-2020.

 

Shorter working week on way

Opinions are unsurprisingly mixed about proposed amendments to the Labor Law that would see the average working week cut by a few hours.

Affordable homes still a dream for many Vietnamese workers

Only 28 per cent of industrial zone workers are provided with stable accommodation, while the rest have to rent houses with poor sanitation and infrastructure.

Civilization Trip campaign honours people with good behaviour

Motorcycle taxi driver Tran Van Qui called "a crazy man" by some people because he he attached a small board with the words "Free Charge for Students and People with Disadvantages" on his motorbike.

Vietnam's Manh Khang secures Top 20 finish at Mister Supranational 2019

Tran Manh Khang, Vietnam’s representative in Mister Supranational 2019, finished the male pageant among the Top 20 during its grand final which was recently held in Poland.

HCM City hospital introduces a nurse robot to help patients

Tam’s role as a nurse at the Eastern People Military Hospital in HCM City is crucial to the health and well being of patients.

Exploring U Minh Thuong National Park

U Minh Thuong National Park in Kien Giang Province still has its own unique beauty and is home to thousands of animals.

Poor air quality in northern Vietnam

Independent air quality tracker AirVisual reported a higher index in some areas in Hanoi at 198 early on Monday.

HCM City transport department to ensure traffic safety during year-end festive period

The HCM City Department of Transport is making plans to streamline traffic and ensure safety during the festive season in late 2019 and early 2020.

VN woodwork exports face new regulation on customs inspection

The new regulation on certificate of origin (C/O) makes it more for Vietnam to obtain $11 billion in woodwork exports this year as planned.

High school student devotes to charity works

A high school student in Gia Lai Province has set up 15 charity projects to help students from low-income families.

Lai Chau preserves ancient Shan Tuyet tea tree

Shan Tuyet tea is a famous specialty of Phong Tho district, Lai Chau province. Dao ethnic people in Mo Si San commune are now learning how to take care of the ancient tea trees.

Flowers on set for lunar new year holiday

Farmers in Da Nang city are busy preparing flowers for the upcoming Tet (or Lunar New Year) holiday, which is slated for January 24 to 30.

Ha Nhi group celebrates traditional new year

The 11th lunar month is when the Ha Nhi minority group celebrate their traditional new year, known as Khu Su Cha. This is the time for people to relax, entertain, reunite and send best wishes for the new year.

Vietnam launches public service portal

The National Public Service Portal, which made its debut this afternoon, December 9, is expected to help save more than VND4.22 trillion (US$182 million) per year for the economy, taking the country forward in its goal to digitalize public services.

Exhibition displays gouache paintings by Luong Van Tien

Around 30 gouache paintings on paper by Hai Duong based painter Luong Van Tien, a member of the Vietnam Fine Arts Association, are being displayed at an exhibition opened in Hanoi on December 7.

Exhibition on Leonardo da Vinci opens Hanoi Railway Station

The Italian Embassy in Hanoi has opened an exhibition on Leonardo da Vinci, as part of activities to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the death of Leonardo da Vinci (1519-2019), at the Hanoi Railw.