Grave statues of the Co Tu

 The Co Tu in the Central Highlands are famous for wood statues and grave-houses. The grave-house is a unique architectural work of the Co Tu, which reflects the characteristics and hobbies of the deceased.

Part of the puzzle

Vingroup’s launch of its Made-in-Vietnam motor vehicle brand Vinfast again raises questions about the ability of local component suppliers to meet requirements.

How refrigeration revolutionised global trade

 "Crazier than a half dozen opium-smoking frogs." That's how one observer described Guatemala's former President Gen Jorge Ubico.

Playgoers get two versions in one night

 VietNamNet Bridge – A play performed in both Vietnamese and Korean was recently presented to the public in Ha Noi.

Social News 20/11

Vietnam celebrates World Children’s Day, People to benefit from basic healthcare package, Training centre powered by Siemens technologies debuts, 13th Vietnamese Students’ Day in RoK held

What does Vietnam expect from the ‘TPP without the US’?

Analysts believe that Vietnam will still get big benefits once the CPTPP  is implemented, though they would be smaller compared to the benefits it expected from TPP.

Boy ’genius’ wins Thai music award

 Ten year old violinist Cao Hoàng Linh from Hanoi has won first prize in the Junior B category at the International Music Competition held in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Singapore investor acquires 10% Vinamilk stake

 The Singapore-based automotive group, Jardine Cycle and Carriage (JC&C), has made additional purchases of Vinamilk’s shares after its maiden US$616.6 million investment on November 10.

Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes arrive in Vietnam

 Manchester United legends Ryan Giggs and Paul Scholes arrived in Hanoi yesterday, ready to attend the opening of a football training center.

PM appoints two new deputy ministers

 Vietnamese Prime Minister (PM) Nguyen Xuan Phuc has just issued two decisions to appoint new Deputy Ministers of Natural Resources and Environment and Foreign Affairs. 

Recruiting & retaining

It’s never been more important for enterprises to adopt a comprehensive people strategy.

First gene-editing in human body attempt

 Gene-editing has been attempted on cells inside a patient, in a world first by doctors in California.

Competition Law sanctions debated

 Heavy fines imposed on organisations and enterprises in the draft amendments of the existing Law on Competition have stirred up much debate among lawmakers.

“Across the Storm” exhibition, a call for fighting gender-based violence

The contemporary arts exhibition “Across the Storm” is in response to the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.

Grilled meatballs in Lang Son

The Grilled Meatballs in Lang Son would still leave a lasting impression on anyone who is lucky enough to try them.

Do My Linh bows out of Miss World 2017’s Top 15

 Miss Vietnam Do My Linh has bowed out of the Top 15 at Miss World 2017 in China.

Russian markets in Ho Chi Minh City

Russian markets have boomed in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City in recent years. These markets sell wooden roly poly dolls, Russian souvenirs, and warm Russian clothes. 

Ban on casino entry lifted

 From December 1 this year Vietnamese who can show a minimum income of VND10 million (US$440) a month can gamble in casinos.

Education minister eases concerns over PhD project

Minister of Education and Training Phung Xuan Nha said that the $545.4 million project is not aimed for the massive training of PhDs, but will be based on the real demand and will focus on the quality of training.

Exeter couple finally ditch 1950s appliances

 An elderly couple are getting rid of household appliances they bought more than 50 years ago.

India's Indira canteen: The best meal you can buy for 13 cents

 The governing Congress party in the southern Indian state of Karnataka recently set up Indira canteens in the state capital, Bangalore, which serve more than 200,000 cheap meals every day. 

HCM City, Viettel join hands to develop smart city

 VietNamNet Bridge – HCM City and Military telecom group Viettel on Friday signed an agreement to develop the southern metropolis into a smart city during 2017-2020.

Ly Hoang Nam finishes second at F2 tennis tourney

 VietNamNet Bridge – Ly Hoang Nam of Viet Nam came second at the Viet Nam F2 Futures tennis tournament, which closed in Binh Duong Province yesterday.

VN couple Minh, Trang suffer defeat at Malaysian Challenge’s semis

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnamese representatives suffered defeat at the semi-finals of the CELCOM AXIATA Malaysia International Challenge in Johor on Saturday.

Rising global coal prices a threat to budget

 As a coal importer, Vietnam will pay substantially more for energy source in coming years, according to recent analysis.