BP braces for huge annual loss after oil spill crisis
Oil giant BP is forecast to post its first annual loss in almost 20 years as it struggles to face the aftermath of the Gulf of Mexico oil disaster.
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Experts slam life skills centres for kids
In the absence of life skill training in schools, urban parents are sending children to unregulated psychological improvement centres.
Japan's Ichiro Ozawa charged over funding scandal
Japan's Ichiro Ozawa, one of the governing Democratic Party's top figures, has been charged over a political fund-raising scandal.
More cash pours in from overseas Vietnamese
The World Bank predicts inward remittances will increase by more than 6 percent this year, based on the amount of last year.
Malaysian peatswamps obliterated for palm oil: study
Peatswamp forests home to such species as the Borneo pygmy elephant are being obliterated in Malaysian Borneo to make way for palm oil plantations.
Government bonds to be allocated before mid February
PM Nguyen Tan Dung has ordered ministries and localities to finish the government bond allocation for projects before February 15.
US judge deals new blow to Obama health reform
A second US federal judge Monday declared President Barack Obama's health care law unconstitutional.
More cases of A/H1N1 in northern region
The number of A/H1N1 patients in the northern region and Hanoi has increased, said an official of the Hospital for Tropical Diseases.
Five Filipinos rescued off Vietnam recovering
The five Filipinos rescued off the central coast of Phu Yen are starting to recover on three Vietnamese boats currently fishing at sea.
Egypt braces for mass protests as army holds back
Egyptians plan mass marches in their campaign to oust President Mubarak, reassured by the all-powerful army.
Residents, tourists flee as cyclone nears Australia
Residents and tourists evacuated coastal areas of Australia's Queensland state as officials warned a looming monster cyclone could be "deadly".
Harmonica clubs attract people in Ho Chi Minh City
A club of young members often gathers in Hoang Van Thu Park, in Ho Chi Minh City, every weekend, to practice melodies on harmonica.
Road projects lack sufficient funding from state budget
Many traffic infrastructure projects have sufficient capital from foreign sources but lack funds from the State budget.
Universities open doors to foreigners
Foreign students wishing to study at Vietnamese universities or colleges may soon be exempted from sitting for entrance examinations.
Mother and child earn a difficult Tet
While Tet nears, J’rai women carry their children while they do the difficult work necessary to celebrate the new year.
Nissan suspends production in Egypt
Japan's Nissan Motor has halted its production in Egypt at least for this week due to turmoil in the country.
Tet cakes for the Kings
A ceremony offering Tet or cylindrical glutinous rice cakes to the Hung Kings took place on January 31 morning in Ho Chi Minh City’s District 9.
Vietnam set sights on SEA Games final
Vietnam targets reaching the final of the SEA Games in Indonesia in November but experts think it requires a lot of work.
Housekeeping services in demand during Tet
Many companies are now offering a one-off service during Tet: housekeeping.
Oman uncovers 'spy network', UAE denies any links
The authorities in Oman says they have uncovered a network of spies working for the United Arab Emirates, according to the state news agency.
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