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Geo test is no big deal, students believe

High school students, teachers, and even parents all feel happy when for a third consecutive year geography has been unexpectedly included in the six compulsory subjects for the high school graduation exam in early June.

China edges closer to animal-human organ transplant

A group of researchers in east China's Nanjing city have voiced confidence that genetically modified pigs would be born later this year to provide much-needed organs for transplant into human bodies.

41 killed, 48 injured in Myanmar quake so far: state TV

A total of 41 people have so far been killed with 48 injured in a strong quake that struck Myanmar' s northeastern Shan state Thursday night, the state TV reported in a breaking news Friday.

Intrepid journey to Ho Village leads to fairytale experience

VietNamNet Bridge – A group from the US ex-pressed their excite-ment when they related their trip to Ho Village, 20km northwest of Sa Pa.

Transport operators resist City plan for new buses

VietNamNet Bridge – HCM City bus companies are not keen on buying the 1,680 new buses envisaged in a Department of Transport plan over the next five years since they feel the loan-interest subsidy they are getting is not adequate.

FA Cup trophy arrives in Vietnam

The FA Cup trophy of the Football Association Challenge Cup, commonly known as the FA Cup, arrived in Ho Chi Minh City’s Tan Son Nhat airport on Friday and will be on display till the end of this month under the auspices of trademarked Big Cola.

NATO to enforce no-fly zone over Libya

NATO has decided to enforce the UN-mandated no-fly zone over Libya and would take over the command from the United States in "a couple of days," the alliance's chief said Thursday evening.

Veteran artist spotlights wonder of nature

VietNamNet Bridge – Paintings of northern Viet Nam's beautiful natural landscapes by veteran artist Dang Tin Tuong are currently on exhibit at the Korean Cultural Centre in Ha Noi.

Landlords overcharge tenants for electricity

VietNamNet Bridge – Numerous low-income tenants in major cities are being forced to pay over the top for their electricity by unscrupulous landlords.

Over 10,000 participate in Goddess of Mercy Festival

VietNamNet Bridge – The Goddess of Mercy Festival opened in the central city of Da Nang on March 23, attracting over 10,000 people.

National Assembly to improve performance

VietNamNet Bridge – A report reviewing the performance of the 12th National Assembly presented by its Chairman, Nguyen Phu Trong, on Monday has received strong appraisal by deputies at a meeting in the capital city yesterday

Drawing competition raises awareness for wildlife protection

VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnamese children aged from 11 to 15 across the country have been invited to take part in a drawing contest with the theme of the Javan rhino and other endangered wildlife species.

SPORTS IN BRIEF 25/3

Huu Viet wins first gold at swimming champs; Megastar United favourites for First Division berth; Ngoc Linh wins gold at World Muay Thai Championships

French fighter jets attack Libyan air base

The French airforce struck a Libyan air base before sunrise Thursday, a military spokesman told a media conference.

Vietnamese fans go crazy with Backstreet Boys

VietNamNet Bridge – Thousands of people sang and danced with the four members of the Backstreet Boys in a rare show that met international standards at the Military Zone 7 stadium in HCM City on March 24 evening.

Obese women, children underestimate their weight: study

A new study has found that many overweight women and children often underestimate how heavy they are, according to media reports Wednesday.

Exercise may diminish negative impact of high-salt diet on hypertension: study

People who are more physically active are less likely to have high blood pressure associated with a high-sodium diet, a new study suggests.

GOVERNMENT IN BRIEF 25/3

VN marks ties with Chile, Morocco; CPV, Fatherland Front visit Peru; Swiss-VN dialogue promotes relations; VN promotes co-operation with Saudi Arabia on energy, foodstuffs

NA members unsatisfied with Government report

While acknowledging what the Government has achieved in its 2007-2011 term as stated in a report, National Assembly deputies have pointed out the shortcomings the next administration will need to fix.

Japan earthquake rattles carmakers in China

The global supply chain disruption following the earthquake and tsunami in Japan has sent shockwaves through auto makers in China, especially companies that are funded by Japanese car makers.