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Art project makes a splash in fishing village

 VietNamNet Bridge – The moss-covered walls of a humble fishing village have been brightened up with murals following an extensive art project.

First Vietnamese children’s Maths book introduced to the world

Russia’s Clever Media Publishing House has purchased the copyright of three Vietnamese children’s Maths books translated into English and released by Dan Tri Publishing House and Long Minh Book Company.

Dancing on the dunes of your own ’Sahara desert’ in Viet Nam

My native place has never lacked sunshine. You could even say that it has had more of it than needed.So it happens that Binh Thuan Province’s Tuy Phong District has extended dry periods and the highest speed of desertification. 

Boats on Hanoi's West Lake to be inspected

 VietNamNet Bridge – Ha Noi will set up an inter-sector team to inspect the business operations and the safety of boats and floating houses on West Lake by next month, Vu Van Vien, the city’s Transport Department director said.

A tattoo renaissance, in staid Vietnam

 Considered a shady business by some, tattoos are seeing a slow but certain attitude change in Vietnam led by the urban young and hip – its growing middle class,

Vietnam targets 90% health insurance coverage

Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam has asked the Viet Nam Social Insurance and Ministry of Health to take action and ensure that at least 90 per cent of the population is covered by health insurance by 2020,

Abandoned houses blot Hanoi’s landscape

 VietNamNet Bridge – Unsightly and dilapidated temporary houses for construction workers that have long since been abandoned are affecting the landscape in some parts of the city.

UK painter adorns Da Nang

 VietNamNet Bridge – Fine arts students and art lovers in the central city of Da Nang are familiar with the work of British graffiti artist Knee Jerk (his preferred alias).

Street photo show opens in Hanoi

 VietNamNet Bridge – A street photography exhibition titled Like a Life will be held by AIA’s Ha Noi office (AIA Viet Nam Insurance Company) from June 29 to July 3.

4,000 marathoners to run in Da Nang international race

 VietNamNet Bridge – Over 4,000 marathoners and their family members are eligible to run in the annual Da Nang International Marathon 2016, to be held on August 6th.

The unique beauty of nature at Mon Beach

 VietNamNet Bridge – Phu Yen Province on the central coast is a famous tourist attraction with many beautiful sites and landscapes but not many visitors to the province know about Mon Beach.

Minimum wage should be hourly

 VietNamNet Bridge – Bui Sy Loi, deputy chairman of the Social Affairs Committee of the National Assembly, talks with Thoi Bao Kinh Te Viet Nam about calculating minimum wages for employees.

Strong resolve

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Government has shown a strong determination to trim business conditions in a bid to prop up startups and support businesses to become a pivotal driving force for the nation’s growth.

Amendments to Law on Tourism discussed

 VietNamNet Bridge – Many provisions in the 2005 Law on Tourism are outdated and impractical in the context of global integration and needed to be revised, tourism experts have said.

First leg ends for V-League's star team

 VietNamNet Bridge – The first leg of the V.League has ended, as the most valuable players have been selected to join the team of stars.

Young artists debut new artworks in Hanoi

 VietNamNet Bridge – Forty artworks by the Ha Noi Young Artists Club are on display at 16 Ngo Quyen Exhibition House.

Air quality in Hanoi gets worse

 VietNamNet Bridge – The quality of air in the capital city, Ha Noi, has consistently worsened, especially in urban areas, main transport routes and ongoing construction sites,

Rare woodblocks to be preserved

 VietNamNet Bridge – Ha Tinh Province has planned different solutions to preserve and promote the Phuc Giang School’s woodblocks, following their recognition in May as UNESCO World Heritage

Vietnam prepares for national high school exam

VietNamNet Bridge – Several provinces and cities across the country have prepared plans to support candidates at the national high school exam, which will be held from July 1 to 4. 

Hanoi’s culinary attraction

Hanoi has long been an attractive destination for its scenic spots, historical and cultural sites, and unique cuisine. In 2012 the Asia Record Organization recognized 12 Vietnamese dishes in the food category of Asian values.