Vietnamese Youtube troublemaker arrested for legal infringements

Ngo Ba Kha, aka Kha banh, who is notorious online for his disturbing video clips, was arrested on April 1 on allegations of using drug, organizing gambles, and usury activities.

Remains of missing-in-action US servicemen repatriated

A ceremony to repatriate remains of US servicemen who died during the war in Vietnam was held at Da Nang International Airport in the central city of Da Nang on April 2.

How Vietnam, US heal wounds of war to build up comprehensive partnership?

Vietnam and the US have together marked the transformation from enemies to partners since the end of the war in 1975 by overcoming war legacies, among priorities in the bilateral ties.

Vietnam responds to World Autism Awareness Day 2019

After three years, the event was organized in a rotating manner in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Bac Ninh, leaving a strong impact on social awareness about autistic people.

Petty bribery subject to fines of up to VND100 million

Private sector employees caught giving petty bribes could face fines of up to VND100 million (US$4,300), according to a draft Government decree guiding the Law on Anti-Corruption, 

Social homes for rent fail to attract customers in Hanoi

The uptake for social housing in Hanoi has been disappointingly low due to indifference from the intended target customers.

Rainy season forecast to start late in southern Vietnam

The rainy season is forecast to start in the second week of May in the south, later than in previous years. Scorching weather continues, with higher average temperatures than in previous years,

Modern steel fishing boats left abandoned due to costly operation

Several modern steel shell fishing vessels are being abandoned in the central province of Ha Tinh as their owners complained that they were incurring losses using them.

Experience country life at Moon Garden Homestay

 Located in Ky Son village, Son Tay district, the Moon Garden Homestay is a perfect hideout for those who want to escape from the hustle and bustle of city life in Hanoi.

Vietnamese designer Hoai Nam introduces Ao Dai collections in France

 Vietnamese designer Do Trinh Hoai Nam has introduced his latest Ao Dai collections during a fashion show held at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris.

Canada is warming at twice the global rate, report says

 Canada is warming up faster than the rest of the world, according to a report commissioned by the Canadian Environment and Climate Change Department.

Da Nang gears up for Sea Festival 2019

 Preparations in the central city of Da Nang are stepping up with the city planning to host the Sea Festival 2019 between April 26 and May 1 during National Reunification Day, which falls on April 30, and May Day, May 1.

Designer Lie Sang Bong to attend Vietnam Int'l Fashion Week 2019

 Lie Sang Bong, a famous fashion designer from the Republic of Korea, is set to debut his collection at Aquafina Vietnam International Fashion Week 2019 (VIFW), set to take place between April 10 and 14 in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

Ly Son searches for water scarcity solutions

 Residents in Ly Son Island, Quang Ngai Province, have expressed concern about the shortage of underground water as drought looms over the island as summer starts.

Parents play most important role in treating autistic children

 VietNamNet Bridge – Nguyen Thi Hang, a mother in Hanoi, struggled alone with her son for five years as he battled autism.

Billions of dollars needed to clear all bombs, mines left from wars

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnam wants to tackle the consequences left over from years of war in the next few decades, a Government official said on Tuesday.

Vietnamese-style lacquer paintings sell for high prices at Sotheby’s

Two lacquer paintings by noted French painter Alix Angèle Marguerite Aymé, who was a teacher of various leading painters in Vietnam, sold at high prices at an auction held at Sotheby’s Hong Kong on April 1.

UXO kills more than 40,000 people in Vietnam

Since 1975, bombs and mines left from the war in Vietnam killed more than 40,000 people and injured 60,000 others, mainly those of working-age and children.

 

 

Shuttlecocks at the ready for Vietnam International Challenge

 VietNamNet Bridge – Nearly 300 badminton athletes from 18 countries and territories will take part in the Ciputra Hanoi - Yonex Sunrise Vietnam International Challenge on April 9-14 in Hanoi.

Nom beach eco-tourism site in Phu Yen

Nom Beach in Song Cau Town, Phu Yen Province, which has just been exploited for tourism in recent few years, has attracted visitors for its untouched beauty.

Postal service to lose market if it doesn't innovate

VietNamNet Bridge - The investments by technology firms such as Grab, GoViet and Ahamove in the e-commerce delivery market have put pressure on traditional postal service providers.

Cameras secretly recorded women in California hospital delivery rooms

 A women's hospital in California used hidden cameras to secretly record approximately 1,800 patients without their consent, according to a lawsuit.

No basis to affirm air pollution in Hanoi second highest in SA: official

 Air pollution in Hanoi is real but there is no basis to say it is at the second highest level in Southeast Asia, Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Vo Tuan Nhan claimed at a Government press conference in Hanoi on April 2.

E-commerce helps Vietnamese products reach foreign markets

 Vietnamese products have great opportunities to reach foreign markets thanks to global online distributors such as Amazon and Alibaba.

New destinations in Mu Cang Chai for paragliding lovers

 Visitors to Yen Bai will have opportunities to take an exhilarating ride on paragliders to enjoy spectacular views.