Japan to sack top nuclear energy officialsJapan will sack three top energy officials over their handling of the Fukushima atomic disaster and scandals, the government said.
Hanoi's first metro line map master plan announcedHanoi's Department of Planning and Architecture on August 3 announced plans for an urban rail system.
Germany's last millstone mason pressed for timeAn organic food boom in Germany is creating demand for flour ground the old way, but the country only has one person left with the carving skills.
Fahasa target 100 bookstores nationwideFahasa, a leading book distributor in Vietnam, plans to have 100-120 bookstores cross the country with a focus in northern provinces by 2020.
EVN’s huge debts may drive up electricity pricesThe Electricity of Vietnam Group owes VND10 trillion, which may soon lead to a power price increase.
Ly Son IslandWith many historical, cultural relics and fascinating tourist areas, Ly Son Island in Quang Ngai Province is an amazing tourist attraction.
Education Minister: Low marks for history not a disasterMinister of Education and Training, Pham Vu Luan said that it would not be considered a “disaster” if students pay less attention to history.
China arrests 2,000 in food safety crackdownChina has arrested around 2,000 people and closed nearly 5,000 businesses in a major crackdown on illegal food additives, the government said.
Minister: Subs and rockets only self defense measureDefense Minister Phung Quang Thanh said Vietnam's plan to have a submarine brigade is only a self defense measure.
Banks assist gold to hit new recordThe domestic gold price hit an all-time high of VND41.32 million per tael following increased purchases by a number of central banks.
Former Japan international Naoki Matsuda diesFormer Japan international Naoki Matsuda, 34, died Thursday, two days after suffering a cardiac arrest during training, his club said.
Ho Chi Minh City gets new tourism slogan“Vibrant Ho Chi Minh City” is the city’s new tourism slogan, the Department of Culture, Sport and Tourism said.
72 charged in probe of child sexual abuse networkSeventy-two people have been charged with participating in an international child pornography network using an online bulletin board.
NA committee proposes halting establishment of new groupsThe 12th National Assembly Economic Committee proposed a halt to the establishment of new economic groups.
Multi-level authorities in yearbook for first timeVietnam Publication Joint Stock Company announced the yearbook of the 13th National Assembly and Government.
International inputs help Vietnam strengthen coastal resilienceBen Tre Province is one of eight provinces in Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia benefiting from a project on strengthening coastal resilience.
Ancient culture of Oc Eo in Go ThapGo Thap Archaeological Area in the Mekong Delta reflects the once proud Oc Eo, a culture that had its glorious development 1,500 years ago.
PM Dung's speech at inauguration ceremonyPM Nguyen Tan Dung delivered a speech after the National Assembly approved his cabinet nominations.
Vietnam to have submarine brigade in 5-6 yearsVietnam’s Navy will have a submarine brigade in five to six years, confirmed Minister of National Defense Phung Quang Thanh on August 3.
PM Dung elected to defence and security councilPrime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung was elected as Vice Chairman of the National Defence and Security Council, with 97.2 percent of votes.
Rubber exports diversify as reliance on China declinesVietnam’s rubber exports are shifting away from heavy dependence on China, with strong...
Danang property market heats up on finance hub boostDanang’s property market continued to record price growth across several segments in the...
Nearly 83 ha of Mang Den forest to be converted for urban projectNearly 83 hectares of a forest in Mang Den Commune, Quang Ngai Province, will be...
New Hanoi flats average VND 128 million per square metreNew apartment prices in Hanoi reached an average of VND 128 million per square metre in...
Vietcombank and Pho Hien Industrial Development Group sign partnership dealVietcombank and Pho Hien Industrial Development Group have signed a cooperation deal with...
Vietnam firm seeks licence to explore tungsten in Thai NguyenA mining company has proposed exploring a 984 hectare site in Thai Nguyen Province for...