Conclusions about Da Nang’s land-related violations have “legal basis”

According to the Ministry of Justice, the Government Inspectorate's conclusions about some of the contents related to the management of land in the central city of Da Nang have a legal basis.

UAE launches world's largest concentrated solar power plant

United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al-Nahyan inaugurated the 100-megawatt solar plant Shams 1 in the desert of Abu Dhabi, the world's largest concentrated solar power plant in operation.

Badminton players to compete in Axiata Cup 2013

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnam’s national badminton team will take part in the Axiata Cup 2013 in Indonesia and Malaysia from March 21-31.

Stage set for street entertainment

 VietNamNet Bridge – Professional and amateur entertainers will take part in another fortnightly street music season in Da Nang, which starts on Bach Dang Street tonight from 7.30.

Vinh Phuc: Marching streets with coffin

VietNamNet Bridge - Given that the death of the victim is mysterious, the family carried the coffin through the streets of Vinh Yen town in Vinh Phuc province, asking the relevant agencies for clarification.

The photographer of My Lai massacre meets witnesses

On the morning of March 16, Mr. Ronald Haeberle, the author of the set of My Lai massacre photos returned to Son My village in the central province of Quang Ngai to see the witnesses after 45 years.

Why not recognize the constitutional rights of citizens?

Why not prescribe the compulsory procedures on the people’s review of the draft Constitution to confirm whether the content of the Constitution actually expresses the general will of the people or not …

Ca Mau: Officials reprimanded for rewarding themselves

The authorities have revoked the title “Emulation Example” of the director and deputy director of the Ca Mau Provincial Department of Construction, said Mr. Nguyen Tien Hai, Vice Chair of Ca Mau province.

Foreign enterprises hold sway over animal feed market

The sharp poultry egg price increases in early 2013 has caused a headache to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD).

Century of Finnish poster art on show

One hundred Finnish posters since the beginning of the 20th century, will be displayed at the National Library in Hanoi from March 21-24.

ART & ENTERTAINMENT IN BRIEF 18/3

  Belgian connection celebrated; Vietnam’s Renovated Theatre introduced in France; Photographers mark field's development; Century of Finnish poster art on show

Vietnam's biggest bomb

VietNamNet Bridge – Hundreds of types of bombs, mines and explosives left over from the war are on display at the Museum of infantry, 290 B Lac Long Quan Road, Hanoi, including a bomb of nearly 7 tons in weight.

U.S. House Speaker reiterates GOP's stance against further tax hikes

 U.S. House Speaker John Boehner said Sunday that President Barack Obama's recent outreach to lawmakers by visiting the Capitol Hill is a good thing, but Republicans can't go any further on tax increases.

Beckham returns to scene of 1998 World Cup horror

 David Beckham returned to the scene of his infamous 1998 World Cup red card horror show on Sunday when he was named in the Paris Saint-Germain starting line-up for the clash at Saint-Etienne.

Co-operation key for development

United Nation Special Envoy and President of the Foundation for World Wide Co-operation Romano Prodi spoke about the importance of co-operation as the pace of globalisation continues to quicken.

GOVERNMENT IN BRIEF 18/3

 Top legislator wraps up European tour; Viet Nam sends congratulations to China's new leading figures; Vietnam helps Laos to develop transport infrastructure; Former Phu Quoc prisoners hounored

The first group wedding in Hanoi

Being awkward to kiss each other publicly, pouring champagne, releasing balloons... 10 couples of brides and grooms had their impressive debut in the first group wedding held in Hanoi on March 17.

Requiem for Son My massacre victims

A night requiem was held at Son My village, Quang Ngai province, on March 15 to commemorate 504 innocent victims of the bloody massacre caused by the US military more than four decades ago.

Vietnamese businesses spend much money on advertisements

Vietnamese businesses are still poor with limited financial capability. However, they still spend big money on advertisement campaigns.

The ornamental trees that cause cancer, mental disorder

Vietnamese have been frightened out of their wits after scientists said that a lot of popular ornamental trees in Vietnamese homes may cause cancer and mental diseases.

Software firms gear up for outsourcing contracts

Outsourcing contracts have been coming in thick and fast to software firms since the beginning of the year, promising a bountiful crop for the firms in 2013.

Pay-TV clients taste bitterness of the monopoly

Vietnam has had three million cable TV subscribers so far, which means that less than 15 percent of households have used the services.

TRAVEL IN BRIEF 18/3

  VN second only to Thailand as most popular destination; Riverside resort in Hue offers garden-style relaxation; Information and help centre opens in Da Nang

Dirty toys attack schools

Despite the bans released by the Hanoi Education and Training Department, toxic and anti-education toys still have been brought to general schools.

Government bond market in 2013: high demand, high supply

Government bonds have been selling well since the beginning of the year. This remains a favorite investment channel for big institutions and foreign investors in 2013.