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Revolutionary films to be screened nationwide

 VietNamNet Bridge – A film month screening works on war and revolutionary topics will be arranged nationwide from April 20, as part of activities to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification

Ancient Spider Tree in full bloom in Hanoi

 A large, ancient and most beautiful spider tree (Crateva religiosa) is in full bloom in the My Dinh 1 Ward of Hanoi.

China publicly renovates reefs as world supports Vietnam

Regarding the latest move by China,  Le Viet Truong, Vice Chair of the National Assembly Committee for Defense and Security, said the analysis of the local and international media of China’s calculations in the East Sea is credible.

First-hand record of the Mong way of life

 VietNamNet Bridge – I wonder what motivates a young researcher to overcome several difficulties and finish a meticulous work on the Mong people.

Is Japanese capital leaving Vietnam? (part 4)

VietNamNet Bridge - Analysts have noted new characteristics of the current Japanese investment wave in Vietnam: more capital flow to retail, food supply and finance services.

Central Highland region suffering from deforestation

 VietNamNet Bridge – A recent survey revealed that the total forest area of five provinces in the Central Highland region, has dropped by nearly 360,000 hectares (ha), compared with a previous survey in 2008.

Doctor finds fulfillment on remote island

 VietNamNet Bridge – After volunteering to work on a remote island in HCM City, Doctor Luan Thanh Truong has faced numerous difficulties, but being able to help the most needy people makes up for everything.

Explore Lam Kinh historic site

Located in Xuan Lam Commune, Tho Xuan District in Thanh Hoa Province, Lam Kinh is a national historic site, officially recognized in 1962. It is famous as the hometown of Emperor Le Loi and hero Le Lai, who sacrificed himself to save the King.

Old reservoirs a threat

VietNamNet Bridge – The ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development plans to upgrade nationwide weak dams at a cost of US$460 million to improve their safety, but is hampered by the fact that many of them do not have complete

Localities bemoan lack of personnel for PPP projects

VietNamNet Bridge – A lack of qualified staff with good knowledge of public-private partnership (PPP) is the biggest concern of local government agencies.

Hai Phong reports first A/H1N1 case of 2015

VietNamNet Bridge – The Hai Phong health department yesterday (April 16) reported a serious case of avian influenza A/H1N1 at the Viet Tiep General Hospital.  

Art & Entertainment News 18/4

 Renowned Israeli DJs to enthrall HCMC audiences, Expat artist exhibits lacquerware, HCM City's Hoa Phu Film Studio becomes operational, Minorities hold development forum, Reality show to seek budding comedians

Schools add more extracurricular activities to enhance student self-reliance

VietNamNet Bridge - General schools in big cities have been integrating extracurricular activities into their training programs to help students become more self-reliant and dynamic.

Social News 18/4

US servicemen’s remains repatriated, Three fishermen rescued off Can Gio, Police seize fake medicinal oil in Hue, Chinese doctor almost kills Vietnamese woman, High risk of dengue fever outbreak, Sappers blow up 1,500lb war bomb

Wedding of Giay ethnic people in Lao Cai

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Giay people care a great deal about marriage and the continuation of the family line but less concern about family’s wealth or poverty. For them, the most important things are morality, family tradition, and respect.

Green light for VND2-trillion admin center in Hai Duong

VietNamNet Bridge – The Government has given ‘in principle’ approval to Hai Duong Province’s building a new administrative center at a cost of up to VND2tril despite experts’ criticism over the growing trend of constructing

Chinese attempt to bring casinos into Vietnam

VietNamNet Bridge - Will the increasingly high investments by mainland China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macau bring opportunities or challenges?

Yokdon National Park

 VietNamNet Bridge – Yokdon National Park in Buon Don District, Dak Lak Province is one of the largest nature reserves in Vietnam.

Dementia 'halted in mice brains'

 Tweaking the brain's immune system with a drug has prevented mice developing dementia, a study shows.

Vietnam ranked as an ideal place for retirement

 VietNamNet Bridge - The US-based International Living magazine early this year released the Annual Global Retirement Index 2015, ranking and rating the 25 best retirement havens in the world, which included Vietnam.