Four more human H7N9 cases in China

 China reported four more human H7N9 virus infections on Tuesday, including one death.

Da Lat, destination for couples on Valentine’s Day

VietNamNet Bridge – The Central Highlands province of Lam Dong’s Da Lat City, which is famous for its charming and romantic landscapes and architecture, and lovers’ first choice on Valentine’s Day, has planned various festivals

Who benefits most from Flappy Bird?

VietNamNet Bridge – It is obvious that Flappy Bird has brought big money to its father – Nguyen Ha Dong, a 29-year-old programmer. However, experts believe that it is Google which benefits most from the bird.

Don Ca Tai Tu receives UNESCO certificate

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnam received the UNESCO certificate honouring Vietnam’s Don Ca Tai Yu as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humankind on February 11 in Ho Chi Minh.

Vietnam-Cambodia Committee convenes 13th meeting

 VietNamNet Bridge – The 13th meeting of the Vietnam-Cambodia Joint Committee convened in Phnom Penh on February 11 to discuss bilateral cooperation across economics, culture, science, and technology.

Vietnam-US ties move forward

 VietNamNet Bridge – A solemn February 11 ceremony in Washington DC has celebrated the 20th anniversary of normalizing Vietnam-US ties (1994–2014).

Spainish coach wants to take Vietnam futsal to top four Asia

 VietNamNet Bridge - On the evening of February 10, the new coach of the national futsal team of Vietnam – Bruno Garcia Formoso – arrived in Ho Chi Minh City to replace Italian coach Sergio Gargelli.

Art & Entertainment News Headlines 12/2

 Ethnic spring festivals on show this month; Da Lat kicks off horse racing on Valentine’s Day; Fishing village pays tribute to founder; Spring book fair to open in Hanoi; “Pushkin in Vietnam” opens in Hanoi

Sports News Headlines 12/2

 Cueists compete at Turkey World Cup; Binh Duong fire head coach; Viet Nam meet Singapore in U14 qualifying match

Tro Tram - festival of sexual rite at 0 hour

 VietNamNet Bridge - The unique festival of Tro Tram takes place annually at Tu Xa commune, Phu Tho province on 11th midnight of 1st lunar month. Aiming at promoting human's vitality, the festival is related to "no nuong" - reproductive organs.

Plane crash in Algeria possibly kills 77

An Algerian military plane carrying 78 people crashed on Tuesday into a mountain in the country's eastern region, leaving only one possible survivor, the defense ministry said.

Ice appears in Sapa, temperature drops deeply

 VietNamNet Bridge – The new cold spell has hit the northern mountain province of Lao Cai, making temperature here constantly plummet. Ice has appeared in some mountain areas.

Luxury cruise travellers flock to Vietnam

 VietNamNet Bridge – The French cruise ship Le Soleal set sail from Saigon port, Ho Chi Minh City, on February 6, finishing an eight-day voyage from Hai Phong City to the southern hub for 200 passengers.

VietJetAir orders 63 Airbus aircraft

 VietNamNet Bridge - Initially VietJetAir planed to buy 62 aircraft but it has just increased the number to 63.

US GEM Fund invests $16 million into HHS

 VietNamNet Bridge – An investment agreement worth $16 million was signed between the Hoang Huy Investment Services JSC and Global Emerging Markets (GEM) – an American financial group yesterday.

Longest sea-crossing bridge in Vietnam to be built in Hai Phong

 VietNamNet Bridge – The construction of the 15km Vu Tan - Lach Huyen Bridge in the northern port city of Hai Phong is starting on February 15, with a 5.4 km long section crossing the sea.

Toothpick perforates man’s intestine

 VietNamNet Bridge - Doctors of the Hanoi-based Vietnam-Germany Hospital have performed a surgery to remove a 4cm-long toothpick from the abdomen of a 53-year-old man from the northern city of Nam Dinh.

Few universities register for independent entrance exams

 VietNamNet Bridge – Only 31 out of over 400 universities and colleges across Vietnam have sent plans to organise independent entrance exams.  

Windows 8.1 tablets penetrating Vietnamese market

 VietNamNet Bridge – The tablets with installed Windows 8.1 operation system, believed to have diversified features and high interactions, have been selling like hot cakes in Vietnam.

Huynh Phuoc Hue’s life struggle for Coi Nguon Museum

 VietNamNet Bridge – Tourists heading to Phu Quoc Island off Kien Giang Province may be recommended to visit Coi Nguon Museum to take an overview on the culture and history of the island.

Extreme weather keeps battering Viet Nam

 VietNamNet Bridge – Viet Nam is forecast to continue being battered by extreme weather this year after a range of unusual weather phenomena appeared recently.

Provinces alerted of forest fire risk as dry season continues

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Department of Forest Management has warned 37 provinces of forest fires.

Vietnamese firms expand overseas stakes to $4.4bil

 VietNamNet Bridge – Viet Nam's enterprises have invested US$4.4 billion in foreign countries and territories in 2013, according to the Ministry of Planning and Investment.

Unique, special gifts on Valentine’s Day

 VietNamNet Bridge – The gift market is heating up as Valentine’s Day draws near. Shops are marketing innovative products for those in love.

Vietnam to host 2014 Int’l Chemistry Olympiad

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnam will host the 46th International Chemistry Olympiad from July 20-29, expecting to attract 300 students from 80 countries and territories, according to a member of the organising board.