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Goby fish bins to 'eat' plastic waste on Da Nang beach

Installation of bins part of initiative by group of foreigners living in city to protect the local marine environment.

Vietnam c.bank tightens credit growth of consumer finance companies

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) does not only control credit growth among commercial banks, but also starts to tighten credit growth of consumer finance companies, according to Viet Dragon Capital Securities (VDSC).

 

HCMC universities declare war on plastic waste

Many universities in HCMC have launched programs to change the habits of students, teachers, and staff to help protect the environment by saying no to plastic straws, bottles, and cups.

 

HCM City strengthens food safety measures at schools

Six pilot schools in HCM City have ensured food-safety standards and teachers have become more aware of food-hygiene regulations, but schools still need to ensure quality meals and publication of food prices 

Lange, Lawrence triumph at Techcombank Ironman Championship

World champion Patrick Lange of Germany won the men’s category at the Techcombank Ironman 70.3-Asia Pacific Championship 2019 in the central city of Da Nang on Sunday, marking his first title from the race in Vietnam. 

Vietnam win bronze at Speedway Southeast Asian Championship

Vietnam took a bronze medal from the OCCB Cycle Speedway Southeast Asian Championship in Singapore on Saturday.

SHB Da Nang defeat Sanna Khanh Hoa BVN

SHB Da Nang defeated Sanna Khanh Hoa BVN 2-1 in the V.League 1 on Sunday thanks to a late winner.

Me Tri’s young sticky rice flake making craft recognized as national heritage

Hanoi’s Me Tri commune is famous for its tradition of producing young sticky rice flakes called “Com” in Vietnamese.

 

HCM City should focus on hi-tech: seminar

HCM City should consider Industry 4.0 the basis of its development, and the Government should create favourable conditions for entrepreneurs to thrive, a seminar on promoting technology products heard.

 

Bank loans not accessible for 20% of VN firms

A fifth of all Vietnamese enterprises do not have access to financial loans, according to the Viet Nam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI).

 

Previous-generation iPhone models drop in price, rise in demand

Following official price adjustments of a series of next-generation models, including XS, XS Max and XR, the prices of previous-generation models available at private shops have also dropped sharply.

US medical staff join blood drive in Phu Yen

American medical workers joined a voluntary blood donation programme at Phu Yen Medical College, the central province of Phu Yen on May 13.

 

Fireworks display celebrates Vesak 2019

A fireworks display took place on May 12 at Tam Chuc Pagoda in the northern province of Ha Nam to celebrate the UN Day of Vesak 2019.

 

Vesak 2019 holds requiem for peace and prosperity

A requiem for peace and prosperity took place at the Tam Chuc Buddhism Culture Centre in Ha Nam province on May 13. The event was part of activities to celebrate the UN Day of Vesak.

 

Vesak 2019: International delegates enjoy festive venue

International delegates, monks and Buddhist followers are together enjoying the festive atmosphere and beautiful landscape of Tam Chuc pagoda, where the celebration of the 16th UN Day of Vesak 2019 is taking place.

 

HCM City among best budget destinations for the 20s

Ho Chi Minh City has been named among 15 of the best budget destinations around the world to fully enjoy your golden years, according to a list released by Conservative Daily News.

 

All eight Vietnamese students win Asian Physics Olympiad medals

All eight Vietnamese students of 12th grade won medals at the 20th Asian Physics Olympiad, according to the Ministry of Education and Training’s Education Quality Assurance Department on May 12.

 

ADMM-Plus security exercise in Singapore concludes

Vietnamese escort warship 016-Quang Trung has completed its participation at the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting Plus maritime security field training exercise, which concluded in Singapore on May 12.

 

Prime Minister receives UN Under-Secretary-General

Vietnam always views the United Nations as one of the priorities of its foreign policy and a leading partner, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has said.

 

Mytel becomes third biggest telecoms operator in Myanmar

Mytel, Viettel’s mobile company in Myanmar, has become the third largest telecommunication operator in the country after nearly a year of operations.