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Two unknown substances in Chinese bras defined

VietNamNet Bridge – The test of a Chinese bra at a laboratory in Da Nang shows that the substances in the bra include the polymer sheath and another substance inside, which is commonly used in cosmetics.

Ninh Binh FC may be dissolved

VietNamNet Bridge – Being discontented with unprofessional behavior of players, the boss of Ninh Binh football club, Mr. Hoang Manh Truong, is considering disbanding the team.

Vietnam won’t license 4G services soon

Though LTE is believed to be the “technology of the future,” the Ministry of Information and Communication (MIC) has stated that it does not intend to encourage the application of 4G technology in Vietnam right now.

Many questions about bank takeover deal remain unanswered

While the “fat cat” Dang Van Thanh and his family members have withdrawn from Sacombank, a big volume of Eximbank’s shares has been traded on the market. Who is behind the transactions?

A peaceful dawn on Go Gang Raft Village

 VietNamNet Bridge – If you have been lucky enough to visit Long Son Island Commune in Vung Tau City, you might not have noticed the beautiful sunrise on the newly-built Go Gang Bridge.

Combating street robbery: “Street knight” model still a concern

VietNamNet Bridge - All people involved in crime prevention is the thing that must be encouraged. But it is a matter when people consider robbery hunting as a job and they play the role of police.

Cities prepare to limit car numbers

 VietNamNet Bridge – The municipal administration has requested the Transport Ministry to make several modifications to its proposal on limiting the use of personal vehicles in the nation's bigger cities.

Regular exercise raises life expectancy: study

 Regular moderate exercise can raise life expectancy -- even among people who are overweight, a study said.

BUSINESS IN BRIEF 8/11

Bottlenecks in the property market; Reports say inflation at 8% this year; Web based meet boosts business; Overseas investment takes a dive; Mergers forged in tense steel industry; Vehicle dispute leaves firms on a collision course

Gold policies leave investors feeling cheated

Many people who purchased gold of brands other than SJC are feeling cheated, losing between VND1 million (US$47.6) and more than VND3 million ($142.8) per tael when they convert their precious metal into SJC bullion.

SOCIETY IN BRIEF 7/11

Vietnam attends Interpol General Assembly; Da Nang focuses on sustainability; Capital city to re-arrange gas stations; Illegal coal miners given jail sentences  

First high-speed railway to connect Laos, VN

 VietNamNet Bridge – A high-speed railway connecting Laos and Vietnam, the first of its kind, will soon be put into construction and is expected to be operational in the next five years.

Lawmakers debate land law

Revisions to the Land Law need to address shortcomings in land management and usage so that land-related complaints can be reduced, according to National Assembly deputies’ comments during the Nov. 6 discussion on the amended law.

Thanh and Sacombank: lays foundation, develops, earns money and leaves

Having been on the post of the Chair of the Sacombank’s Board of Management for the last 20 years, Dang Van Thanh deserves the credit of turning Sacombank, a small bank at the establishment, into a strong brand.

Fish Markets and Noodle Soup

Galerie Quynh is probably not the most prepossessing of buildings. Situated outside the fish market on De Tham Street, with no sign advertising its existence, you could walk past Galerie Quynh everyday and never guess at what is inside.

ART & ENTERTAINMENT IN BRIEF 7/11

  HCM City marks Russian October Revolution; Overseas Vietnamese singer returns; Da Nang City's food specialities recognized; Farewell to Hue's dramatic legend

Australian firm to take S&P fight to Europe

 An Australian firm that won a landmark case against Standard & Poor's over financial products that collapsed ahead of the global economic crisis said it would take its fight to Europe.

Japan announces investment delay in Nghi Son refinery project

VietNamNet Bridge - Idemitsu Kosan Co., the third largest oil refinery company in Japan yesterday, November 6, announced to postpone investing in the Nghi Son refinery in Vietnam.

Delayed roadworks plague HCM City

VietNamNet Bridge – Several major transport works in HCM City have been progressing at a snail's pace, affecting people's daily lives and making the investments inefficient. 

Danish Prime Minister starts official visit to Vietnam

 VietNamNet Bridge – Danish Prime Minister Helle Thorning Schmidt starts her two-day official visit to Vietnam on November 7.