In pictures: Breeding oysters in Sa Huynh

 VietNamNet Bridge – As the prices continue to rise, many households in Duc Pho district in the central  province of Quang Ngai have built cages to breed oysters, earning high profits.

Amended law to deal with "nail traps"

 The authorities are gathering opinions for the draft amended Criminal Law which proposes a 12-year prison sentence and VND500m (VND24,000) fine for those caught deliberately spreading nails on roads.

Job students get fees cut in half

 VietNamNet Bridge – Tuition for all students at vocational high schools will be reduced by 50 per cent from this month, according to the Ministry of Finance.

Hanoi to host international book fair

 The fifth international book fair is scheduled to take place in Hanoi’s Thong Nhat Park from September 10-14.

Vietnam to host Asian women’s club volleyball championship

 Volleyball aficionados will have the chance to enjoy thrilling matches between some of the best clubs in Asia, as the 2015 Asian Women’s Club Volleyball Championship is schedule to be held in the northern province of Ha Nam from September 12-20.

Vietnam remains among world’s best stock markets

VietNamNet Bridge - Though the VN Index has lost 3.76 percent, the Vietnamese stock market is still listed among the best performing markets in the world.

Seawater, soil harbingers of climate change

 VietNamNet Bridge – As the Mekong Delta feels the escalating effects of saline intrusion and coastal erosion, it must ready itself for the severe consequences of an age of global warming.

Film set in Vietnam wins Brazil Oscar

 Set along the countryside of northern Vietnam, My Father's Truck, directed by talented director Maurico Osaki, has won the Best Short Film title at the Oscar awards held by the Brazilian Film Academy.

Kenya Airways backed to take guests in China for Nairobi-Hanoi service

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has asked the Ministry of Transport to grant Kenya Airways the fifth freedom traffic rights to take new passengers from China’s Guangzhou for its Nairobi-Hanoi flights

Hai Van Pass, a challenge for new and experienced bikers

 The 24km scenic and zigzagging road of the Hai Van Pass is always a favourite of motorbike adventurers.

Report highlights VN’s efforts to realise women, children goals

 Important data and analyses reflecting Vietnam’s achievements in implementing its development goals, especially those benefiting women and children, were detailed in a report released at a workshop in Hanoi on September 4.

Hanoi’s top attractions in pictures

VietNamNet Bridge – The Old Quarter, the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, the Temple of Literature), Hoan Kiem Lake, Hoa Lo Prison ... are among the most-appreciated tourist sites in Hanoi on TripAdvisor website.

VN's top female tennis player to return home for National Champs

  Vietnamese top female tennis player Huynh Phuong Dai Trang, who is studying in the US, has confirmed she will compete in the National Tennis Championships to be held in Ha Noi on September 16.

Vietnam's major corporations hit by exchange rate move

 Electricity of Vietnam, Vietnam National Coal - Mineral Industries Group, Vietnam Airlines, and PetroVietnam told a Ministry of Industry and Trade that the adjusted exchange rate will greatly affect their production and business activities.

HCM City uses more IT in public services

 VietNamNet Bridge – HCM City has increased the use of information technology in public administration, helping usher in e-governance, according to a Government report.

Cuisine Festival introduces US food to Hanoians

 The United States Cuisine Festival is taking place at the JW Marriott Hanoi hotel from September 1-14, as part of activities to mark 20th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the US and Vietnam.

President calls for educational reform at academic year start

 VietNamNet Bridge – President Truong Tan Sang has urged the education sector to continue urgent reforms in education and training ahead of the start of the new academic year.

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 Flyover projects in HCMC postponed, Ministry asks localities to tighten slaughterhouse management, Ministry pushes for students' health insurance coverage, Traffic policemen prepare for new school year ceremony

Vietnam to keep close watch on China economy

 The National Financial Supervisory Commission (NFSC) has proposed that a close watch be kept on China's moves in its socio-economic policies in order to react in an appropriate manner.

HCM City to host big tourism expo

 The annual HCM City International Travel Expo will be held from September 10 to 12.

Hue to improve Huong River

 The central province of Thua Thien - Hue plans to invest US$159 million by 2020 into improving the Huong River, the province People's Committee said.

Police investigate attack on local journalist

 Police in northern Thai Nguyen province are investigating a severe attack on a local journalist that occurred this morning while he was on his way to work.

English Premier League to be broadcast for free in Vietnam

 Vietnam Television (VTV) has announced that it will broadcast the English Premier League on its public channel VTV6 from September 12.

Vietnam claims silver at ISSF World Cup final

 Shooter Hoang Xuan Vinh on September 3 won a silver medal in the men’s 50m pistol event at the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Final in Munich, Germany.

US imposes anti-dumping duties on Vietnamese tra fish

 The US Department of Commerce has issued preliminary results of the anti-dumping duty administrative review which decided the tax rates imposed on Vietnamese tra fish fillets imported to the country between August 1, 2013 and July 31, 2014.