Electronics retailers go begging for customers
Electronics shops and supermarkets in major cities are offering big discounts to boost flagging sales at the end of the World Cup and dry season.
Wall Street reform \'a mixed bag\'
Two years after an economic crisis, questions remain as to whether the latest measures to prevent another collapse will work.
VND60 billion for world cuisine festival
31 countries and 31 Vietnamese cities and provinces have registered to take part in the World Food Festival to be held in Vung Tau.
Italy, Vietnam strengthen economic ties, tourist strategies
Italy wanted to strengthen relations with Vietnam, said Italian PM Silvio Berlusconi on July 14 while receiving Deputy PM Nguyen Sinh Hung.
Hanoi proposes halting gateway project
Hanoi’s authorities have asked to put a project to build five enormous gates to welcome visitors to the capital city on hold.
WTO set up committee to consider Vietnam’s lawsuit against US
The WTO has set up a committee to consider the lawsuit filed by Vietnam against the US over the anti-dumping tariffs it imposes on frozen shrimp
First talks held on sinking of Cheonan warship
The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea armed force on July 15 held their first round of talks with the US-led UN Command.
Rice intended for needy ends up with officials
Intended for impoverished families, rice relief instead made its way into the house of a gold shop owner and local officials.
Land borders finally defined with China
Three accords that define the land border between Vietnam and China came into effect yesterday.
Records show doubts on Vietnam War
Newly released documents show senators of the time sharply questioning whether they had been deceived by the White House and the Pentagon.
Government rushes to tackle excessive mining
Environmental damage and a continued disregard for mining regulations rise, prompting government action.
Vietnam eager for equal partnership with EU
A senior Vietnamese legislator has confirmed the nation’s wish to build an equal partnership and long-term cooperation with the EU.
Philippine troops search for fishermen after typhoon
Troops scoured jagged coastlines on the Philippines\' eastern seaboard in search of dozens of fishermen who went missing after a typhoon that killed 23 people.
Vietnam braces for first typhoon of the year
Vietnam is bracing for the first typhoon of the year as Conson is heading into the East Sea.
Scientists discover fresh water beneath ocean floor
Scientists from the Division for Water Resources Planning and Investigation for southern Vietnam have discovered an underwater source of fresh water.
Indonesia praises Vietnam’s contribution to ASEAN development
Vietnam has always been an active and responsible ASEAN member, said an Indonesian diplomat.
Vietnam’s pepper export price likely to rise
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development forecasts that the price of pepper in the world market will continue rising.
Cables tangle up Hue City
Tangled webs of cables have made a mess all over the streets of Hue City, disrupting locals and tourists alike.
PM suspends Vinashin chief
PM Nguyen Tan Dung issued an order Tuesday suspending Pham Thanh Binh, the chairman of state-run shipbuilding conglomerate Vinashin.
4-time Texas lotto winner rich with money, mystery
The odds that Joan Ginther would hit four Texas Lottery jackpots for a combined nearly $21 million are astronomical.
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