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2 killed, 1 injured in truck collision

 VietNamNet Bridge – Two container trucks going in the same direction crashed into each other and exploded on Nguyen Binh Khiem Street in coastal Hai Phong City at around 3am on Wednesday morning.

Scientists gather to discuss sustainable development

 VietNamNet Bridge – An international conference with the theme “Science for Development” is taking place in Quy Nhon City, central province of Binh Dinh on May 9-10. 

Ben Tre: Vietnam’s coconut kingdom

Coconuts can be found anywhere and everywhere in Vietnam. The fruit’s versatility is renowned. Juice, candy, rice and meat dishes are all immensely popular, but only in the Mekong Delta province of Ben Tre 

Hypertension on-the-rise poses serious health risks

 VietNamNet Bridge – The number of people who die of hypertension each year in Vietnam is 10 times higher than the number of victims killed by traffic accidents, 

Rom coms key to new VN movie releases

 VietNamNet Bridge – Private film companies are releasing dramas and comedies this summer, as cinemas in HCM City continue to showcase local talent. 

Young filmmaker to screen at Cannes

 VietNamNet Bridge – Short film Vo Dien (Faceless) by Nguyen Phan Thao Dan is among 23 movies from all over the world to compete at Festival Corner’s SVA Computer Art at the Cannes Film Festival 2018 from May 8-19.

Vietnam faces serious shortage of qualified nursing care workers for elderly

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnam is facing an alarming shortage of qualified nursing care workers for the elderly. Most elderly people are cared for by their relatives or domestic helpers with little medical expertise,

Noodle Noodle offers the best of Asian cuisine

 VietNamNet Bridge – Although noodles are a staple ingredient in Asian cuisine, the popularity of such dishes are not limited to this part of the world. 

Vietnam seeking sustainable transport solutions

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnam expressed its appreciation to Sweden for sharing expertise on good practices and technologies to support the development of public transport,

New fuel option left many gassed off

 VietNamNet Bridge – Saigon Petro Co., Ltd has proposed halting the sale of popular 95-octane gasoline A95 and replacing it with E5 bio fuel – but experts and customers have voiced concerns.

Man kills four, including two children, in knife attack

 VietNamNet Bridge – Police on Monday took into custody a man accused of killing four people, including two young children, in a knife attack in the northern province of Cao Bang.

A touch of Belgium

 VietNamNet Bridge – Eleven members of the Brussels-based Majoretteketet will perform at the event A Touch of Belgium at Ly Thai To Statue Garden on May 12.

After deadly fire, Carina Plaza residents await day they can return to their homes

“When will we be able to return to our apartment?” That’s the question many of the residents of Carina Plaza apartment complex in HCM City’s District 8 are asking again and again, following the devastating fire on March 23.

Performing arts festival kicks off in Hanoi

 VietNamNet Bridge – Two teams perform on stage. The referee gives a theme and the performers make up a story. This is one among many activities to be held at the PAS – Ha Noi Performing Arts Festival

U23 team coach awarded house in Da Nang

Coach of Viet Nam U23 football team, Park Hang-seo was awarded a township house in the central city, worth VND2 billion (US$88,000), from a donor in Da Nang on Sunday.

More than 1,600 triathletes to race in Da Nang Ironman

 VietNamNet Bridge – More than 1,600 people from 56 countries and territories will do battle in a bid to be Ironman.

Return to the Countryside Cycling Tournament to open

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Return to the Countryside Cycling Tournament, Gao Hat Ngoc Troi Cup, is scheduled to begin on May 10.

Activities highlight culture of Central Highlands’ ethnic groups

Rituals and cultural practices of ethnic groups in the Central Highlands provinces will be depicted during activities held at the Viet Nam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism, in Son Tay Town, Hanoi.

Vietnam win golds at Thai competition

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnam won three gold medals at the four-day Thailand Open Track and Field Championship, which closed yesterday in Bangkok.

Experts find solutions for high-tech agriculture

 VietNamNet Bridge – Localities need to set up plans for hi-tech agricultural areas in accordance with regional growing and climate conditions.