New bee species discovered in central Việt Nam

The genus is easily recognised by its shiny, densely punctured exoskeleton and a uniquely deep, narrow notch on the eighth abdominal segment. These distinguishing features help scientists classify the new species.

Forest restoration improve living for community and langurs

To protect the Phú Ninh reservoir from erosion in the special-use forest area, more than 10,000 green ironwood (Erythrophleum fordii) and golden oak (Hopea odorata) trees were planted on 9ha thanks to a VNĐ500 million (US$20,000) donation by Japanese Dai-ichi Life Việt Nam.

Cold spell to sweep across the North on Tuesday

The temperatures of several northern provinces and Thanh Hóa Province are forecast to drop between 19 and 22 degrees Celsius, while mountainous areas may experience lows of 17 to 19 degrees Celsius.

Quảng Ninh works hard on post-typhoon waste collection in Hạ Long Bay

Typhoon Yagi has caused severe damage in many provinces and cities in the northern region, including major tourist centres such as Hà Nội, Quảng Ninh, Hải Phòng, and Sa Pa (the mountainous province of Lào Cai). In an effort to overcome the damage, many localities have organised activities to welcome tourists back.

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