China's glaciers in meltdown mode: study
Sharp increases in temperature driven by global warming are melting China's Himalayan glaciers, threatening habitats, tourism and economic development, a study says.
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Beautiful new cave discovered in Bac Kan
A new cave with a complex series of grottos has been discovered in the northern mountainous province of Bac Kan.
Public hospitals join private clinics in rip-off
It is a double-whammy for Vietnamese poor patients-not only are fees high in public hospitals but they also prescribe unnecessary drugs and tests.
Customs officials seize a tonne of ivory in Vietnam
Vietnam customs officials seized more than a tonne of ivory, believed to be from elephant tusks, being smuggled on the country's border with China.
Experts say pollution caused by agricultural production serious
Vietnam has not paid appropriate attention in dealing with the environment pollution caused by the agricultural production.
Backpacker quarter fetches VND8 trillion a year
Pham Ngu Lao backpacker quarter in HCM City attracts 1,900 foreign travellers daily, obtaining revenue of VND8.32 trillion a year, a survey shows.
More flooding forecast from extreme high tide in city
Extreme high tide of over level 3 and simultaneous release of floodwaters from reservoirs into the Dong Nai River at the end of October will be catastrophic.
Hoi An beach ranked among world’s top 50
An Bang Beach in Hoi An has been ranked the world’s 43rd best beach by CNNgo.com, a travel publication of CNN.
Hanoi lakes threatened by pollution
Over the years, the pride of Hanoi, its numerous lakes, have been seriously polluted.
Tests show high contamination of pesticides in landfill dump in HCMC
HCM City environment authorities have revealed the test results of the huge pesticide contaminated mud pile dumped at the Dong Thanh waste landfill site.
Public awareness of climate change increases
Public interest in climate change issues has been considerably improved over the past few years thanks to increased communications.
Ha Long Bay’s World Wonder bid receives a boost
Vietnamese people will have the chance to vote for Ha Long Bay as a new World Wonder through a TV programme to be broadcast live on October 29.
Drainage to help reduce pollution in HCM City canals
Installation of a pipeline system under the Sai Gon River will dramatically curb pollution in HCM City's canals, city authorities said.
French quarter to be restored
Hanoi is expected to issue preservation regulations for colonial-era villas by year-end, a top planning official has said.
Survey found smaller enterprises cause bigger environment pollution
Operational small and medium enterprises discharge a huge volume of waste daily; but how to settle the pollution is troubling policy makers.
New faces inspire hope in government
Vietnam’s new cabinet makes a strong start with several “smart technocrats”, but economic woes and lack of transparency pose hurdles, according to analysts
Children to play bigger role in crisis reduction
The role of children and adolescents need to be promoted in reducing risks associated with disasters, heard a conference held in Hanoi yesterday.
Vietnam Airlines launches tourism programme in Japan
A ceremony was held by Vietnam Airlines in Japan on October 11 to introduce a new programme on Vietnam’s land, people, culture and tourism.
China invests billions to avert water crisis
China is to invest up to 4 trillion yuan ($600 billion) over the next decade to overcome a huge water shortage, a senior official.
Climate change threatens wetlands park
Scientists have been struggling with a pilot project aimed at growing taller, stronger mangroves in Xuan Thuy National Park.
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