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Car suddenly explodes in Quang Nam, killing two

A car suddenly exploded when it was running through the central province of Quang Nam, killing two people. 

 

Gov’t seeks State Appraisal Council review of Long Thanh airport construction

The Government has urged the State Appraisal Council to review the feasibility report for the first phase of the proposed Long Thanh international airport, which is slated to begin this year, and submit it for approval next month.

Market sees no shortage of goods despite coronavirus fears

Sources of essential goods sold at supermarkets are still abundant and the prices of these items are still stable after the Lunar New Year holiday, the Domestic Market Department noted on February 5.

 

Further school closure to be considered for coronavirus prevention

HCM City authorities have decided to continue closing all schools next week. Meanwhile, Hanoi and Da Nang are also considering to close schools for one more week.

nCoV forces match venue change for two Vietnamese clubs at AFC Cup

he Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has just changed match venues of two Vietnamese clubs at the upcoming 2020 AFC Cup in the face of the acute respiratory disease caused by a novel coronavirus (nCoV).

Saigon Heat lose to Mono Vampire at ABL

Saigon Heat lost to Mono Vampire of Thailand 87-95 in the ASEAN Basketball League (ABL) at the GSB Stadium 29 in Nonthaburi, Thailand on Tuesday.

 

HCM City, Quang Ninh health institutes prove coronavirus infection testing capability

HCM City wants the Hospital of Tropical Diseases to test people with suspected symptoms of coronavirus infection and announce the results instead of sending samples to the Pasteur Institute for testing.

Hanoi re-opens relic sites, tourist attractions

Historical relics and tourist attractions in Hanoi re-opened on Thursday after being temporarily closed to prevent the spread of the acute respiratory illness caused by coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Newborn becomes youngest person diagnosed with virus

The baby in Wuhan may have contracted the virus in the womb, or immediately after birth.

Vietnamese netizens easily influenced by fake news

Cyberbullying has been developing along with the growth of the internet. Abusive comments and personal insults are the major forms of cyberbullying.

How the new coronavirus will finally get a proper name

Scientists have told the BBC that after grappling behind closed doors they are close to an announcement.

Coronavirus: Cathay Pacific asks staff to take unpaid leave

Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific wants staff to take three weeks leave to help cope with Coronavirus.

Tokyo 2020: Olympic organisers 'seriously concerned' by coronavirus spread

Olympic organisers are "seriously concerned" about the spread of coronavirus and the impact it could have on the Tokyo Games.

Schools nationwide close to prevent coronavirus spread

As concerns over the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) mount, all the 63 cities and provinces nationwide are letting their students stay at home as part of enhanced measures to prevent the virus’ spread.

Heineken Vietnam invests additional US$70 million in Vung Tau factory

The southern coastal province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau has recently allowed Heineken Vietnam Brewery - Vung Tau JSC to increase its investment capital from 312.5 million USD to 381.3 million USD.

Blood/breath alcohol testing should continue amid coronavirus fears: WHO Vietnam

Checking the alcohol level in the blood and breath of drivers is essential, but testing methods must strictly comply with guidelines to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus, stated a representative of the WHO in Vietnam.

 

Workshops on upcycling clothes in Hanoi

Consocia Arts and Crafts Workshops in Hanoi will organize a series of workshops on upcycling old clothes every Saturday, from February 8 until mid-July.

Foreign investors buy net $2 million on UPCoM in January

Foreign investors in January bought a total net value of VND46 billion (nearly US$2 million) worth of shares on the Unlisted Public Company Market (UPCoM).

 

Banks to provide support to customers affected by coronavirus

The State Bank of Vietnam has asked credit institutions to prepare capital sources to meet borrowing demand and provide support to customers who have been affected by the coronavirus epidemic.

 

Pharmaceutical stocks benefit from disease spread

Pharmaceutical stocks are experiencing an upsurge as fears of coronavirus have boosted demand for healthcare products and services, lifting demand for shares.