Twenty youngsters reported missing at gold mine

VietNamNet Bridge – The authorities of Bac Tra My district in the central province of Quang Nam have asked relevant agencies to investigate the missing of 20 ethnic minority youngsters at a local gold mine.

Swimmer dreams of Asian Games glory

VietNamNet Bridge – Nguyen Huu Viet has been struggling to cut his 100m breaststroke time to one minute, but he must be faster if he wants a shot at winning a medal at the Asian Games from November 12-27.

Sodas, other sugary beverages linked to increased risk of type 2 diabetes: study

A new study has found that regular consumption of soda and other sugar-sweetened beverages is associated with a clear and consistently greater risk of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes.

Vietnam thrash Thailand 3-1

VietNamNet Bridge - U-21 Vietnam emphatically slashed U-21 Thailand 3-1 in a very attractive game at Thong Nhat stadium on October 27.

Russian Progress cargo spaceship blasts off to ISS

A Russian Progress M-08M cargo spaceship was launched from the Kazakh Baikonour space center Wednesday, delivering 2.5 tons of supplies to the International Space Station (ISS), said Mission Control center outside Moscow.

Vietnam stop in first round

VietNamNet Bridge - The Vietnam U-16 football team missed their chance to reach the quarter-finals of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) U16 Championship after being defeated 3-1 by Australia on October 27.

Britain's top spy gives first ever public speech

Britain's top spy on Thursday gave his first ever public speech and claimed that it was the work of secret agents that revealed Iran was enriching nuclear fuel at a secret site.

Singapore scientists discover origin of brain immune cells

Singapore scientists have made a breakthrough that could lead to a better understanding of many neurodegenerative and inflammatory brain disorders, the country's Agency of Science, Technology and Research(A*STAR) said on Wednesday.

French and Vietnamese fashion designers to celebrate Hanoi’s 1000th birthday

VietNamNet Bridge - A special fashion show featuring French and Vietnamese designs will be held in Hanoi on November 3 to celebrate the 1,000th anniversary of Thang Long – Hanoi.

White House says Obama's Asia trip underscores re-engagement strategy

A White House official said on Thursday that U.S. President Barack Obama's visit to Asia next month underscores his Asia strategy of renewed engagement.

Indonesia's Mount Merapi spews volcanic ash again

Mount Merapi in Central Java, Indonesia, sent out hot volcanic ash again at 4:40 pm local time on Thursday, indicating it remains dangerous after a major eruption on Tuesday left at least 33 people dead and over 40,000 displaced.

Two provincial court officials reprimanded

VietNamNet Bridge – The tribunal president of Ca Mau province and his office manager have been disciplined at the provincial People’s Court for their irresponsible behaviours that resulted in a case of corruption.

NA Deputy says loophole exists in SOE governance

It is necessary to build up a law on public investment which not only stipulates the issues related to the state investment in projects and construction works, but also in enterprises.

Newfound moolah makes sports a career option

VietNamNet Bridge - Vietnamese sport is seeing big money from commercial sources, finally.

Hanoi officials must declare their assets

VietNamNet Bridge – Senior officials at all levels (commune, district, province) in the capital city must declare their income and assets, according to a new decision of the Hanoi People’s Committee.

Director Phillip Noyce welcomed to HCM City

The famous Australian movie director carried a small Vietnamese drum on his neck and danced with HCM City’s artists at a party on October 25, which was held to welcome him as a guest lecturer of a training course for young directors.

Conquering Fansipan to be the champion

VietNamNet Bridge – In late September, we went on a tour called “Conquering the roof of Indochina” held by Lua Viet Tours to climb Mount Fansipan, 3,143 meters above sea level.

Over half of clinics in city still discharge wastewater

VietNamNet Bridge – Only 49 out of a total 113 hospitals around HCMC have built and operated their own wastewater treatment facilities while the remainder either do not have such works or have not treated the toxic wastewater

Dust and rubbish flood Vietnam’s most modern avenue

VietNamNet Bridge – Hanoi’s Thang Long Avenue, the longest and most modern of its kind in Vietnam, is not only covered by dust and waste but it is uneven and with many unprotected holes. These may become traps at night.

POLITICS IN BRIEF 28/10

US promotes cooperation with Vietnam; Japanese Prime Minister to visit Vietnam; PM receives Singaporean counterpart; Vietnam, Brunei strengthen ties; Korea Eximbank helps build Vietnam’s infrastructure

17th ASEAN Summit and Vietnam

VietNamNet Bridge – The 17th ASEAN Summit, the last summit that Vietnam hosts as the ASEAN Chair 2010, opened in the afternoon of October 28 in Hanoi, attracting state leaders from ten Southeast Asian countries.

17th ASEAN Summit opens in Hanoi

VietNamNet Bridge – The 17th ASEAN Summit opened in Hanoi on October 28 with the participation of ASEAN countries’ leaders and delegates, representatives from ASEAN's partners, ASEAN Secretary General Surin Pitsuwan, . . .

Vietnam joins ranks of Asia’s finest hotels and resorts

Conde Nast Traveler, a renowned luxury travel magazine, has placed five Vietnamese hotels and resorts atop its list of Readers’ Choice Awards.

Another tough year for drought and water shortage is in the forecast

After suffering from extreme drought and water shortages, bad news was delivered to expect it again in the northeastern and northern midland of Vietnam next year.

BUSINESS IN BRIEF 28/10

Korea Eximbank helps build VN’s infrastructure; Rubber exports to bounce higher; Vietnam expects more promising export markets