UV radiation at high risk level in Hanoi

The ultraviolet (UV) radiation indexes in Hanoi on February 27 reached high levels, according to data compiled by weather forecast sites.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES FEBRUARY 27/2023

Young physicians launch digital transformation activities

Vietnamese ice coffee named among best rated coffees in the world

The nation’s unique ice coffee has been hailed as one of the best rated coffees in the world, according to TasteAtlas, a website dedicated to discovering fresh ingredients, traditional dishes, and authentic restaurants around the world.

VN Football Federation signs contract with French coach Philippe Troussier

The Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) officially signed a three-year deal on the morning of February 27 with Philippe Troussier in Hanoi for the Frenchman to take over as head coach of the national football.

Cycling through the forest in Tra Su

Good news for the bikers: a new place has been discovered in the southern province of An Giang, where you can ride the beautiful green roads in the melaleuca forest.

Famous shopping centers in Hanoi are nearly empty, have few stores

Many large buildings in Hanoi such as Discovery Complex Cau Giay, Mipec Tower Dong Da and Artemis Thanh Xuan are now mostly abandoned.

Vietnam eyes US$1 billion from seaculture product exports by 2025

Vietnam expects to rake in between 800,000 to 1 billion USD worth of seaculture product exports by 2025, according to a development project of the sector towards 2030 with a vision to 2045.

Bookings for April 30- May Day holiday tours surging: travel agencies

Travel demand has been surging for the National Reunification Day (April 30) and May Day holidays which last five days from April 29 to May 3 this year, according to travel agencies in Ho Chi Minh City.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (February 27-March 5)

Upcoming entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities on February 27-March 5.

Vietnamese medical workers provide checkups, drugs to locals in South Sudan

On the occasion of Vietnamese Doctors' Day, the Board of Directors of Level 2 Field Hospital No. 4 in South Sudan organized medical examination and treatment giving gifts and medicines to local residents.

Food watchdog requests to throw book at violators of wrong advertisements

The Food Administration of Vietnam requested authorities to throw the book at organizations and individuals that publish false advertisements or advertisements that have not been evaluated by health authorities.

Four children drown in Dak Nong pond

Four children drowned in a pond in the Central Highlands province of Dak Nong.

PM launches construction of expressway linking Hoa Binh and Son La

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on Sunday ordered the launch of construction on a road connecting Hoa Binh Province and Hanoi and an expressway from Hoa Binh to Moc Chau District in neighbouring Son La Province.

Vietnam wins two golds at ongoing Asian Jujitsu Championship 2023

Vietnamese athletes have secured two gold, one silver and four bronze medals at the ongoing Asian Jujitsu Championship 2023 in Thailand.

Vietnam's real estate market to recover by Q3: experts

With the Government’s drastic measures to address problems related to legal bottlenecks, lack of capital access, and challenges in corporate bonds, the real estate market is expected to recover from the third quarter, experts have said.

Vietnam targets coconut product exports of 1 billion USD

Exports of coconut products were worth 900 million USD last year and are expected to top 1 billion USD this year, according to the Vietnam Coconut Association.

Many 'game changing' applications appear in Vietnam after ChatGPT

Noting that the potential of ChatGPT application is huge, Vice President, and General Secretary of Vietnam Internet Association Vu The Binh predicts that many "game-changing" applications could appear in Vietnam this year.

Some movies fail, others bring great profits to producers

Amid the gloomy movie market, some movies can ‘win big’ as they are able to lure audiences to cinemas.

Amazing Con Co Island landscape

Con Co Island, with its unspoiled natural landscape, is an ideal destination for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life.

More Vietnamese companies start digital transformation process

Vietnamese enterprises have begun allocating a budget for digital transformation, which shows heightened awareness of the need for the process.

Vietnam becomes China's top banana importer

Vietnam’s provinces see great opportunities for full-tax export of fresh bananas to the Chinese market after the protocol on phytosanitary requirements was signed in November 2022.

Vietnamese mindset about management causes problems

The recent stories about energy supply have once again exposed problems in Vietnam’s management thinking.

Sinh Village in wrestling festival

On the first days of the Lunar New Year, Sinh Village in Phu Mau Commune in the ancient capital of Hue is busy with the wrestling festival.

Goi mit: Another specialty from Central Vietnam

From a rustic dish in Central Vietnam, the young jackfruit salad (goi mit) has become increasingly popular across Vietnam. It is served in eateries and restaurants across the country.

Southern localities on alert as fresh avian influenza outbreak recorded near border

The National Pasteur Institute in HCM City has issued an urgent telegram requesting 20 southern provinces and cities to strengthen surveillance and prevent avian influenza virus entering after Cambodia recorded two cases of A/H5N1 virus infection.