400 year-old pottery village in Hoi An

Pottery artworks simulating the British icon – Big Ben, the Sydney Opera of Australia, the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris ... are unique products of the pottery village of 400 years old, which is located in the middle of Hoi An. 

Making a date on embankment, young couple lost their pants

VietNamNet Bridge – During a date on a dam embankment in Mui Ne ward, Phan Thiet city, Binh Thuan province, a couple’s pants were stolen. This odd incident happened on the night of February 25.

Okinawa troupe to hit HCMC stage

Japanese traditional art troupe Ship of the Ryuky from Okinawa will join with Non La Theater to perform Que Huong – Furasato at Ben Thanh Theater at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday.

Public Security Ministry removes provision on deregistration

Just two days after the draft law on residency was submitted to the NA Standing Committee for discussion, the controversial regulation on deregistration of those who do not live in Vietnam from two years and prisoners have been removed,

SPORTS IN BRIEF 1/3

Competitors set to make a splash at canoeing, rowing event; Vietnam wins gold at Australia Rowing Champs; Tennis player play at Asian ITF competitions; Int’l women’s cycling tourney to begin

ART & ENTERTAINMENT IN BRIEF 1/3

Ngo Thanh Van hosts Project Runway show; New art gallery in Hoi An; Cultural diplomacy brings VN closer to the world; French clarinet artist in capital; Antique kimonos to go on display in Hoi An

Comprehensive insight needed for bauxite project

The Government is continuously pushing for the application of advanced technology in bauxite mining in a bid to make the process more environmentally friendly and to enhance socio-economic efficiency.

Japanese dolls in capital display

A “Japanese Traditional Dolls” exhibition will be held in Hanoi this month aiming to mark the Japan-Vietnam Friendship Year and International Women’s Day in style.

Confiscated explosives cause second explosion at police warehouse

 VietNamNet Bridge – The confiscated explosives and other equipment from the 'midnight blast' in HCM City suddenly exploded while being kept in the police warehouse.

Banks balk at new ATM fees

 VietNamNet Bridge – Few banks are prepared to begin collecting fees for automatic teller machine (ATM) transactions beginning on Friday,

Struggling to eat safely to avoid the “death”

While many people have unhygienic, anti-science and insatiable eating habits, some others try to maintain the clean, scientific eating habits and are struggling to find ways to eat foods that contain no chemicals.

Paunchy traffic policemen not allowed working on the road

VietNamNet Bridge – Hanoi’s traffic police officers who have a pot-belly, undersized and speak improperly will be arranged to do paperwork, not having contact with people.

SOCIETY IN BRIEF 1/3

Ha Noi hopes to improve street lighting system; HCM City's public transport system set for expansion; Labelling, trademarks key to ensuring safe poultry; Workers' difficulties need attention

GOVERNMENT IN BRIEF 1/3

Serbia, Vietnam boost all-round cooperation; Deputy Defense Minister receives German Ambassador; Coordination needed to make master plan go; Judicial experts clarify constitution amendments

Government convenes February meeting

The Government on February 28 convened its regular monthly meeting in Hanoi to review this month’s socio-economic issues and work out measures to effectively implement Resolutions on the 2013 socio-economic development.

Imported sunflower seeds to be tested for dangerous additives

 VietNamNet Bridge – After Chinese e-newspapers revealed that dried sunflower seeds produced in Zhejiang Province contained dangerous levels of aluminium and talcum powder,

Banks allergic to credit quota mechanism

In 2012, the maximum credit growth rate was decided by the State Bank which granted “quota” to every commercial bank. Will the quota scheme be applied in 2013?

SMEs reap fruits from e-commerce

Experts have pointed out that more and more small and medium enterprises (SMEs) utilize e-commerce in doing business. They have also noted the increasingly high popularity of the e-marketplace.

Over 360 mln people live with hearing loss: WHO

 More than 360 million people in the world are suffering from hearing loss, a report released by the World Health Organization (WHO) estimated on Wednesday.

Young doctors to be sent to poor districts

 VietNamNet Bridge – Hundreds of young doctors will be working in remote, mountainous, island and border areas, focusing especially in the country’s 62 poor districts.

Capital city's eccentricities charm French photographer

 VietNamNet Bridge – There’s always a smile on Lolo Zazar’s face. He loves being happy and seeing smiles on other people’s faces.

Vietnam to host 19th ASEAN Economic Ministers’ Retreat

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnam will host the 19th ASEAN Economic Ministers (AEM) Retreat and related meetings from March 6-9 in Hanoi.

Top three Vietnam Idol 2012 contestants to perform in Europe

 VietNamNet Bridge – The top three contestants from Vietnam Idol 2012, Ya Suy, Hoang Quyen and Bao Tram, will tour a number of European countries from March 9-16

Rie Furuse back on Park Lounge stage

 VietNamNet Bridge – Rie Furuse will return as resident entertainer in the Park Lounge of the Park Hyatt Hotel Saigon during March and April.

Villas arise, forests disappear

Tens of hectares of the forests in Ba Vi district in Hanoi have been eliminated to give place to luxurious villas.