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Mobile network operators restart Wi-Fi service projects

While 3G networks still cannot satisfy users’ broadband demand, and 4G-LTE is still in the “future tense,” some telcos are considering launching Internet wifi services, predicting that the market would heat up in the time to come.

IAEA approves resolution, urges Iran to comply "without delay" on nuclear issue

 The governing board of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) approved on Thursday a resolution, expressing "serious concern" on Iran's disputed nuclear program.

Vietnamese, Singaporean Parties boost ties

 Party leader Nguyen Phu Trong met with Khaw Boon Wan, Chairman of the People’s Action Party (PAP) and Minister for National Development of Singapore on September 13.

Ha Noi considers plan to fight fires with flyers

VietNamNet Bridge – The Ministry of Public Security has asked the Ha Noi Department of Fire Prevention and Fighting to study the feasibility of purchasing and using helicopters for firefighting and other rescue work.  

Life, love inspire young painter

 VietNamNet Bridge – Life and love are the subjects of a new exhibition of acrylic art at the Tu Do Gallery in HCM City.

Aussie writer takes second look at Viet Nam

 VietNamNet Bridge – Australian author Pam Scott looks back on her long love affair with Viet Nam and the amazing changes the country has gone through in her latest book Viet Nam Revisited, released yesterday in Ha Noi.

Six 'golden land' sites in Hanoi's Old Quarter to be withdrawn

 The Hoan Kiem district People's Committee has proposed that the Hanoi municipal People's Committee withdraw six home sites and land located in the Hanoi's Old Quarter for violating land management regulations.

Contours of history

VietNamNet Bridge – The northeastern province of Ha Giang lures tourists from all over with its steep rock ascents hidden in blankets of clouds. In spring and autumn, buckwheat flowers bloom all over the valleys

Short-film fest to screen online

 VietNamNet Bridge – Sixty-six films from young directors worldwide will be screened during the third annual online international short-film festival, YxineFF, beginning on Saturday at website www.yxineff.com.

Bottled drink market witnesses cutthroat rivalry of the big cheeses

Though there are numerous bottled drink brands available, the bottled drink market now is the playing field of the big guys who have been fighting over every space on the market.

Obsessed 'hell' of southwestern girls

  VietNamNet Bridge – M. is a southwestern woman who lucky freed herself after marrying a foreign man. In her hometown, My Khanh Commune, Phong Dien District, Can Tho City, she can not forget terrible memories in China.

Performing Art Department requires explanation from The Voice producers

  VietNamNet Bridge – The Performing Arts Department sent a dispatch to the Vietnam Television (VTV) and the producer of The Voice vocal competition asking them to clarify the audience's doubts.

Six friendly Vietnam-Thailand Muay Thai matches scheduled in HCM City

The Friendly Muay Thai tournament between Vietnam and Thailand will take place on the evening of September 16 at the Nguyen Du Sports House in HCM City. This will be the race of the top kickboxers of the two countries.

BUSINESS IN BRIEF 14/9

 Banks forecast to fall short of credit targets; Firms urged to use promotions to clear stock; Telecoms fret over extra frequency bands; Twenty-four companies get rice export licences; New tariff spells doom for rubber exporters

Borrowers despised dollar loans, dong regains its position

VietNamNet Bridge – The Vietnam dong interest rates have been staying firmly low, while the dong/dollar exchange rate has been stabilized, which both have the local currency to regain its position in the people’s investment portfolios.

ART & ENTERTAINMENT IN BRIEF 14/9

  Colombian artist explores social inequality in modern art show; Critical thinking competition helps pupils sharpen their wits; Exhibition features installations made from sprouts, scooters

West Nile virus deaths up 35% in US

 Deaths linked to the West Nile virus jumped 35 percent in the United States over the past week, amid one of the worst US outbreaks of the mosquito-borne disease, according to officials.

PetroVietnam sets up too many third-grade companies

  VietNamNet Bridge – The Vietnam Oil and Gas Group (PetroVietnam) faces many difficulties in operation and it operates inefficiently because of scattered investment in many third-grade firms, according to a government report.

Identifying Vietnamese victims in Russian fire

VietNamNet Bridge – Seven out of 14 Vietnamese nationals who were killed in a Russian garment workshop fire on September 11 have been identified by relevant Vietnamese and Russian agencies. 

SPORT NEWS IN BRIEF 13/9

 Vietnamese traditional martial art joins WoMAU; In-form Malaysia knocked off perch by strong VN show; HCM City makes a splash hosting Finswimming comp; Viet Nam come up short in key volleyball encounter