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Greek PM pledges reform to counter debt crisis amid massive protests

Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou said here Saturday his country would overcome the debt crisis that has alarmed Europe and the world, pledging to continue an austerity and reform drive, amid massive protests Saturday evening.

New York marks 10th anniversary of 9/11 terror attacks amid tightened security

Memorial service was held Sunday at the National September 11 Memorial, site of the destroyed World Trade Center twin towers, to mark the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terror attacks in 2001, amid tightened security.

“Whistle-blower” to sue Toyota Motor Vietnam

After the failure of a recent reconciliation meeting between Vietnamese engineer Le Van Tach, he said would sue the company for unfair labor treatment towards him and violating his correspondence privacy.

Firms to offer taste of France

A French business delegation, including four companies specialised in corporate information technology, is coming Vietnam on Monday seeking business partnerships.

V-League get down to business

VietNamNet Bridge –The country's top-flight football championship, the V-League, would have 16 teams operating as fully functional businesses by 2015, the Viet Nam Football Federation (VFF)'s vice chairman Pham Ngoc Vien said.

The path to school thorny and rocky in border areas

Hundreds of students in the border district of Muong Lat in Thanh Hoa province, have to walk dozens of kilometers of forest road to reach their schools.

VN Index on the rise, securities investors coming back

The continued VN Index increases in the last few trading sessions have made securities investors exciting. They have begun coming back to the stock market, believing that the interest rate reductions would help the market prosper again.

Tragicomedy at urbanized villages

VietNamNet Bridge – Sometimes Hanoians see buffaloes and cows stroll on newly-built roads. Passers-by are annoyed for being hindered by cattle while the cattle owners breathe a sigh for the sufferings of urbanization.

U.S. dedicates new memorial before 10th anniversary of 9/11 terrorist attacks

The United States on Saturday dedicated a new national memorial to commemorate the victims of United Airlines Flight 93 who were killed after the plane was hijacked in the 9/11 terrorist attacks ten years ago

Controversial Ronaldo penalty help Madrid to victory over Getafe

Real Madrid had to work hard in order to defeat local rivals Getafe 4-2 in the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium on Saturday night.

Over 190 confirmed dead in ferry accident off Tanzania

Over 190 people have been confirmed dead after a passenger and cargo ship capsized and sank early Saturday morning when sailing between the two major islands of Zanzibar, the semi-autonomous republic of Tanzania.

SOCIETY IN BRIEF 11/9

 UNDP to assist with social, legal reforms; Boss’ brother seized for assaulting protester; Gold worth $95,000 stolen from jewelry shop; Truck overturned, road closed

Vietnam – My country in photos

VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnam was captured in various angles at the photo exhibition entitled “Vietnam – My country” in HCM City. Sixty large-sized photos are now on display along Dong Kho Road, with English and Vietnamese captions.

Co To offers pristine beach getaway for weary tourists

VietNamNet Bridge – If you are tired of crowded beaches like Do Son in Hai Phong or Sam Son in Thanh Hoa Province, the beaches of Co To Island may offer you an ideal destination for your holidays.

Legal framework needed to block cell phone spam

Vietnam should have an effective legal framework to prevent unwanted text messages and help develop advertising on cell phones as a good tool for companies to promote their products and services to target consumers, advertising experts said.

Viet Nam, Laos vow to do utmost to boost relations

Viet Nam and Laos affirmed that the two nations always prioritised the strengthening and enhancement of their traditional friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive co-operation, and described these as invaluable assets . . .

GOVERNMENT IN BRIEF 11/9

VN sends condolences to Russia; French paper features President Ho Chi Minh; US ambassador looks to boost trade; Guangdong and Viet Nam conference to review ties

Cash-strapped singer shortens tour

VietNamNet Bridge – Pop singer and song writer Le Cat Trong Ly is an unhappy woman after her planned six-city tour, Vui (Happy), been abbreviated reportedly due to a cash crunch.

Ministry urges focus on education

VietNamNet Bridge – The Ministry of Education and Training has urged the 12 provinces and one city in the Cuu Long (Mekong) River Delta to focus on the important measures agreed to achieve education goals by 2015.

Weightlifter Tuan all set for heavy November schedule

VietNamNet Bridge – Young weightlifter Thach Kim Tuan will compete at both the World Weightlifting Championships and the 26th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in November, coach Huynh Huu Chi has confirmed.