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STEM should be core to education system: expert

The subjects of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) have traditionally been taught as separate subjects, isolated from real-world applications. Viet Nam is now trying to change that. 

Go to Cam Ranh to explore the beautiful 'Tam Binh'

 VietNamNet Bridge - With pristine beauty and blue sea and fine white sand, in recent years "Tam Binh" has become an attractive destination, especially in hot summer days.

High-rise residents in big cities suffer from foul smell

 Many residents at several apartment buildings in Hanoi and HCM City are complaining about being surrounded by dumping sites.

Expat guide to healthcare service in Vietnam

 VietNamNet Bridge – Living in a faraway place, it is essential for expats to know about the country's healthcare service as an effective way of protecting themselves. 

SOE bosses – from hot seats to prison

The posts of chair or general director of large state-owned conglomerates such as oil and gas, electricity, mining, shipbuilding and shipping are very powerful. However, the positions have led many businessmen to prison.

Construction enterprises need Government support

Nguyen Quoc Hiep, Chairman of the Viet Nam Construction Tenders speaks to the Thoi bao Kinh te Viet Nam newspaper on challenges facing construction enterprises.

US film director finds his roots in Vietnam

Stephane Gauger characterises himself as a Vietnamese-American with European influences: his mother is Vietnamese, he grew up in America and he has spent time in Europe visiting extended family in France. 

Perinatal intervention prevents hepatitis B among newborns

 VietNamNet Bridge – Eight years ago, Nguyen Thi Lanh (not her real name) of HCM City was diagnosed with hepatitis B, and several months later, she became pregnant.

Mismatch in quantity and quality: concerns over rising labour demand

As Vietnam targets to have at least one million enterprises by 2020, the increasing number of enterprises will lead to a higher demand for labour. However, experts have raised concerns over the quality of the abundant labour force.

Social News 15/9

 Railway sector to install cameras at crossings, Workshop assesses solar photovoltaic development, More children develop respiratory illness in HCM City, Smuggled animal fangs, claws seized at HCM City airport

BUSINESS IN BRIEF 15/9

Startup models get 28,000 USD in Swiss Innovation Challenge, Coconut farming remains languishing, Direct flight connects Vietnam’s Cam Ranh, Malaysia’s Kuala Lumpur, Slow ODA disbursement challenges HCM City metro project

Girls are not wild swans: a lesson in child rearing

Little K. Ha was not happy to hear a motorbike taxi driver calling her and her sister "wild swans". He said: “Yes, you will get married and move to your in-laws when you grow up, having daughters doesn’t help anything.”

Dengue fever cases in Vietnam fall

Most localities nationwide have reported declines in dengue fever cases in the past four weeks, said Tran Dac Phu, Director of the Health Ministry’s Preventive Medicine Department, on September 14. 

Hanoi crafts ambitious plan to ease traffic stranglehold

Khuat Viet Hung, Vice Chairman of the National Committee of Traffic Safety, has been cycling to work for the past seven years. As someone who deals with the country’s traffic problems, 

Pfizer, Astellas prostate cancer drug promising in late-stage trial

 Pfizer Inc and Japan’s Astellas Pharma Inc said on Thursday their blockbuster prostate cancer drug met the main goal of a key study that tested it for treating the disease in its early stages.

French Jazz Night with Vintage Jazz Group

With a peculiar production, this French jazz night is expected to bring a unique experience – a musical fusion of French romance and African fiery – to audiences at L’Espace on September 19 evening.

Performance by English singer-songwriter Lucy Rose in Hanoi

 VietNamNet Bridge - English singer-songwriter Lucy Rose and her accompanying band will perform at Hanoi Rock City, 27/52 To Ngoc Van, Hanoi from 7-10pm on September 21. 

Foreign investors want to buy controlling interest in equitized SOEs

VietNamNet Bridge - Many foreign investors that want to become strategic partners of large state-owned conglomerates are finding it difficult to negotiate prices. 

The second Japanese street in Saigon

VietNamNet Bridge - Founded just over three years ago, the Japanese street hidden in the alleys of Binh Thanh District has contributed to the cultural diversity of Saigon.

Book on charity project for needy people launched

A book reviewing a 25-year charity house project run by a Swedish woman for underprivileged children in Viet Nam was launched in Ha Noi yesterday at the Vietnamese Women’s Museum.