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Railway routes reopened after flood disruption

 Several railway routes have resumed operation after being disrupted by destructive floods in the central and northern regions.

Vietnam struggles to fight against cancer

 About 257 people die of cancer every day in Vietnam and most of them were already in last stages when being diagnosed.

Italy's Gucci bans fur, joining others in seeking alternatives

Italy’s Gucci will stop using fur in its designs from next year, joining a growing number of fashion houses looking at alternatives after coming under pressure from animal rights activists and changing consumer tastes.

NA to vote for new Govt chief inspector and transport minister

The National Assembly (NA) will vote for new Government inspector general and minister of transport at its next meeting set for late this month, said the NA chairwoman, according to the local media. 

Party asks to cut steering committees

To streamline the Party and State organizational structures, the 12th Party Central Committee has agreed to close the steering committees for the northwest, central highlands and southwest regions.

HCMC wants vocational training for disabled students

 Ho Chi Minh City proposed the Ministry of Education and Training to work out a vocational training for students with disabilities to help them integrating the society and earning money to feed themselves.

Campaign promotes Greater Mekong Subregion’s tourism

 A new campaign aimed at discovering the beauty of the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) has been launched with experiences and stories of travellers.

Malaysia detains 10 Vietnamese fishermen

 The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) said Malaysia detained 10 Vietnamese fishermen on charges of illegally fishing in waters off Sarawak state.

Vietnam ready for APEC Economic Leaders’ Week

Vietnam is ready for the APEC Economic Leaders’ Week, which is scheduled to take place in the central coastal city of Da Nang from November 6-11, Deputy Minister of Public Security Bui Van Nam said.

Pottery collection sets record

 VietNamNet Bridge – A collection of worship objects has been recognised as the most unique gold-inlaid pottery artworks in the country by the Viet Nam Book of Records.

HCM City struggles to relocate slum dwellers

 VietNamNet Bridge – Lack of funds has been blamed for the slow progress of plans to relocate residents of 20,000 houses in slums along canals and rivers in HCM City, 

Miss Grand contestants in Quang Binh

Models from Miss Grand International 2017 taking a tram tour around Quang Binh have caused chaos for locals in the beautiful city.

What to do at weekends in HCM City

 Weekends in Ho Chi Minh City, as usual, promise numerous bustling activities at frequent venues.

The best sweet soup stores in Hanoi

Different kinds of che (sweet soup) are a favourite food in Hanoi. Here are the top stores around Hanoi.

Convenience store chains expanding at fast rate

VietNamNet Bridge - Convenience stores and mini supermarkets have been witnessing a growth rate of 200 percent in the last three years.

Huyen My shines in national costume contest at Miss Grand pageant

Vietnamese representative Nguyen Tran Huyen My competed in Miss Grand International 2017’s national costume contest in the central province of Quang Binh on October 12.

Cong Tri to open Vietnam Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2017

 Designer Nguyen Cong Tri has been invited to launch Vietnam International Fashion Week (VIFW) Fall/Winter 2017, which is taking place in Hanoi this November.

Hanoi’s first international guitar festival set to start Oct. 27

 For the first time ever, an international guitar festival known as Alma Hanoi International Festival will take place at Tuoi Tre (Youth) Theatre from October 27-29 in the capital city.

Miss Vietnam 2016 stuck in Yen Bai flood

 Miss Vietnam 2016 Do My Linh was stuck in floods in Yen Bai Province while doing a charity project in the area on October 11.

Red-shanked douc langur environment affected

 More people have rushed to Son Tra Peninsular in Danang City to capture photos of red-shanked douc langurs, raising concerns that this would affect their living environment.