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SIF’s virtual global programme for young social entrepreneurs returns

The Singapore International Foundation’s (SIF) Young Social Entrepreneurs (YSE) Global programme is back this year as a digital experience, undeterred by restrictions imposed by the pandemic to continue nurturing young global change makers.

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Villagers in remote part of Quảng Ngãi pull together in medical emergencies

Whenever someone has a medical emergency in a small hamlet in central Quảng Ngãi Province, villagers put the patient in a hammock and carry them 10km to reach an ambulance or the nearest clinic.

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Vietnamese man extradited over deaths of 39 migrants

A court in the United Kingdom has ordered the extradition of a Vietnamese man to Belgium where he is wanted in connection with the deaths of 39 migrants found in a lorry.

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No new COVID-19 cases reported on Tuesday morning

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The 108 Military Central Hospital turns 70, honoured for outstanding achievements

The Hà Nội-based 108 Military Central Hospital on Monday received the Hero of Labor title – the highest honour in Việt Nam – for its outstanding achievements as it celebrates its 70th anniversary.

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Ministry of Health sets up five inspection teams for COVID-19 control in southwest

The Ministry of Health has set up five inspection teams for COVID-19 prevention and control measures, including vaccinations, in the southwest from April 18-30.

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Kon Tum charity group helps disadvantaged children stay in school

A charity group in the Central Highlands province of Kon Tum has helped poor and disadvantaged children stay in school.

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Australia, UNICEF provide A$13.5 million to support COVID-19 vaccine delivery in Viet Nam

Australia, in co-operation with UNICEF, yesterday launched a support package worth A$13.5 million (VNĐ241 billion) to aid COVID-19 vaccine delivery in Việt Nam.

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Investor committed to start construction of Long Thành International Airport's terminal in early 2022

The State-run Airports Corporation of Việt Nam (ACV) said it is committed to start construction of Long Thành International Airport’s passenger terminal early next year.