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High-tech police work to prevent cyber crimes

They may look like video game addicts, staring at their phones and laptops constantly, but these police officers aren't playing around.

JK Rowling responds to trans tweets criticism

The Harry Potter author writes a blog highlighting her reasons for speaking out on gender issues.

Ao Dai festival to honour Vietnam’s landscapes

An Ao Dai (Vietnamese traditional long dress) Festival will take place at Hoi An city’s outdoor stage in Quang Nam province on June 14.

Vietnam opposes China's illegal activities in East Sea

Vietnam has condemned China’s reported laying of submarine cables in the Hoang Sa (Paracel) archipelago as illegal and invalid. 

Quang Ngai student wins scholarships to 21 universities overseas

A teenager in the central province of Quang Ngai has just been invited by 21 universities in the US, the UK, Canada and Singapore.

Imported pigs from Thailand expected to reduce Vietnam’s pork price

The price of live hog in the Vietnamese market decreased recently after the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) allowed imports of pigs from Thailand.

 

Graffiti artworks on show in Hanoi villa depicts fight against COVID-19

A villa based in the Van Phu urban area in Ha Dong district of Hanoi has been transformed to feature a range of graffiti artworks designed to raise public awareness of the national efforts necessary to prevent the COVID-19 and bring it under control.

Supporting industries at a crossroads

The foreign capital inflow into Vietnam will help local enterprises expand their production, but the opportunity can only be grabbed by capable enterprises.

Traffic wardens work hard under the scorching sun

Despite the boiling heat these days, traffic wardens remain on duty to regulate traffic flows in the capital city of Hanoi.

BUSINESS NEWS HEADLINES JUNE 12

Pathway to revamp legal corridor to promote digital banking

Bkav unveils plans to produce low-cost 4G smart phones

Bkav has announced plans to produce the Bkav-C85 smart phone series to support 4G connectivity at a price of less than VND1 million (US$43) as the firm strives to reach the goal of universal 4G phones in the near future.

University autonomy helps raise quality in PhD education

Professor Le Vinh Danh, president of Ton Duc Thang University, talks about upcoming changes in PhD education in Vietnam.

Disabled boy pursues passion to study

A 2nd grader in Nha Trang City has made great efforts in handwriting despite having just three fingers on his left hand.

French artist to perform musical painting in Hanoi

An exhibition showcasing a performance by artist Jacob Reymond and clarinet musician Vincent Thomas will open at French Cultural Institute in Hanoi, L’Epsace, on June 19.

Marketing now a must for homestay owners due to COVID-19 pandemic

As she owns one of the most beautiful villas in Tam Dao Golf Course, Nguyen Thanh Hang had never spent a penny promoting her Sapphire Villa but was still fully booked most of the time.

 

Sign of the times

Residents of Lane 38 Phuong Mai, Dong Da District, Hanoi in late May discovered that a sign that banned parking at the lane's gate had been replaced with a parking-allowed sign.

Vietnamese students change study-abroad plans because of Covid-19

Students planning to study abroad this year may have to postpone or delay the plans because of the epidemic. Large universities have also adjusted their enrollment schedules.

Hanoi reviews English teacher proficiency

The Hanoi Department of Education and Training has asked local teachers to study and arrange time to take IELTS tests.

Vietnam calls on countries to contribute to peace, security in East Sea

Countries need to act responsibly in the East Sea, not complicate the situation, and contribute to preserving peace and security in the waters, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Le Thi Thu Hang has said.

Engraving patterns on watches

Watchmakers are using microscopes to create many unique and intricate carved products attracting the attention of many watch collectors.