The beach is that way
The central province of Quang Binh is home to some of Vietnam’s most enchanting coastal areas with a string of beautiful beaches.
Storm season may be wilder, says forecaster
This year's rain and storm season is expected to arrive late - and be even more unpredictable.
ILO: Vietnam loses nearly 13,000 workers every year to accidents
Occupational accidents occur to between 120,000 and 130,000 people in Vietnam every year with 10% of those cases being fatal.
Enterprises in violation of health insurance code subject to $2,000 fine
Enterprises or individuals who violate health insurance regulations could face fines up to VND40 million (U$2,000), said an official.
Not enough 'money in the world' for all BP spill claims
The Obama appointee managing BP's oil spill disaster fund said there's "not enough money in the world" to pay all claims.
Wheelchairs and hearing aid donations give new life to disabled
The lives of many disabled people from Ninh Binh Province will be bettered thanks to a donation programme directed by the Latter Day Saint Charities.
Vietnam, Thailand ink MICE deal
Thailand and Vietnam signed a memorandum of understanding on strengthening MICE trade co-operation between the two countries.
Suspect in US-Russia spy case jumps bail in Cyprus
A spy scandal in the United States took dramatic turn as a Canadian wanted over the alleged espionage jumped bail and vanished in Cyprus.
Miss Universe asks Nha Trang to host 2011 event
President of Miss Universe Organisation (MUO) Paula Shugart has asked Khanh Hoa province to host the 2011 Miss Universe pageant.
Japan provides US$22 million for Vietnam’s natural disaster control
Vietnam and Japan singed exchange notes on a US$22 million programme to enhance Vietnam’s counter measures for natural disasters.
NY suspect dubbed femme fatale of Russian spy case
Anna Chapman has been called the femme fatale of a spy case with Cold War-style intrigue — a striking redhead and self-styled entrepreneur.
Equal and effective cooperation boosts U.S. - Vietnam relations
Vietnam has, "Equally and effectively," cooperated with the U.S., said U.S. Ambassador Michael Michalak.
Dangerous bridges threaten locals' life
Deteriorating suspension bridges are putting locals living in a mountainous district of Quang Nam Province at risk.
Tiger preservation areas to be formed in Highlands
Five tiger conservation areas will be established in Central Highland provinces under a new national programme.
Props unleashing EP in Hanoi
The Props, a band making a name for itself in Vietnam, are releasing their demo album this coming Saturday.
Environment at risks with Mekong dams
Hydro-power projects on the Mekong river were of major concerns at a two-day workshop in Ho Chi Minh City.
Couple who tortured boy will serve 23 years
Couple Giang and Thom, perpetrators of the vicious torture of a young boy, have both been sentenced to 23 years in prison.
Chinese mainland, Taiwan ink landmark economic agreement
Chinese mainland and Taiwan signed the long-awaited Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement (ECFA) in Chongqing on June 29.
Farmers find artifacts used during war
Wartime artifacts have been discovered in the remote area of Son Dao Mountain, Thua Thien - Hue Province.
Child deaths, injuries rise despite safety campaign
An eight-year campaign to promote child safety had not reduced the number who died or were crippled through injury, said an official.
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