Two young brothers in Hà Nội die due to Whitmore’s disease
The two children, aged one and five years old, died at the National Hospital of Paediatrics on October 31 and November 16. The source of infection is unknown.
Hospitals go above and beyond outside regular hours
Unlike in the past, health examination and treatment outside of regular office hours are implemented not only at many public hospitals but also the private ones in order to help patients access healthcare more easily.
Top legislator hails teachers’ contributions to national education development
Chairwoman of the National Assembly Nguyễn Thị Kim Ngân stressed the important role of the teachers in the country’s education and training development during a meeting with lawmakers who are former teachers, teachers and education managers in Hà Nội on Tuesday.
Satellite system helps forecast dengue epidemics
Dengue fever epidemics could be forecast up to eight months in advance by a new satellite-based, early warning system.
Hà Nội spends $4.7m to upgrade road under Cát Linh – Hà Đông railway project
Hà Nội’s Transport Department has spent roughly US$4.7 million to upgrade a section of road connecting the streets of Nguyễn Trãi, Trần Phú and Quang Trung in the districts of Thanh Xuân and Hà Đông.
60th anniversary of committee for overseas Vietnamese
Vice President Đặng Thị Ngọc Thịnh on Tuesday awarded the Independence Medal, First Class for the second time to the State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs thanks to its special achievements over the years.
Techfest 2019 to connect Vietnamese start-ups with the world
The national innovative start-up day Techfest 2019 is expected to connect the Vietnamese start-up eco-system with the region and the world, said Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Trần Văn Tùng at a press briefing yesterday.
HCM City eyes revival of many stalled urban area projects
HCM City authorities have ratified several big projects on housing and urban areas covering hundreds of hectares and located in the city’s inner and suburban districts.
Social worker arrested for alleged child molestation
HCM City Police announced on Monday they have launched legal proceedings against Nguyễn Tiến Dũng, a social worker from HCM City’s Social Support Centre, for allegedly molesting teenagers living at the centre.
Taxi driver detained for stealing foreign cop's phone
A taxi driver has been detained for stealing an iPhone X from a foreign passenger, who happened to be a police officer, the Hà Nội Police Investigation Agency said.
IFAD and Vietnamese agrarian centre cooperate to boost climate-resilient chain value innitiatives
A workshop was held on 15th November 2019 to mark the inception of a project between the Centre for Agrarian Systems Research and Development (CASRAD) and the International Fund for Agriculture Development (IFAD) aiming to expand climate-resilient chain value initiatives.
Localities brace for storm and cold spells
The National Steering Committee for Natural Disaster Prevention and Control has urged authorities of coastal localities from Quảng Ninh to Khánh Hòa to proactively brace for storm Kalmaegi and cold spells.
Man arrested for murdering Vietnamese wife in Korea
The Republic of Korea’s Yangju Police Station said they are investigating a 55-year-old man on suspicion of murdering his 30-year-old Vietnamese wife at his home at 5.30am last Saturday.
Hải Phòng hosts Asia Maritime & Fisheries Universities Forum
The 18th Asia Maritime and Fisheries Universities Forum (AMFUF) is underway in the northern port city of Hải Phòng, with a focus on promoting globalisation and cooperation in maritime training.
Man investigated for illegally sending people abroad
The Investigation Security Agency in the central province of Hà Tĩnh has announced the prosecution of a man for illegally sending Vietnamese guest workers abroad.
Coconut offers high value for farmers amid climate change
Climate change has affected crop yields in the country but coconut can adapt and offer high value to farmers, experts have said.
iParking service needs reviewing for expansion
A service launched two years to help drivers find parking lots via an app had fallen short of expectations in Hà Nội, reported Kinh Tế & Đô Thị (Economy & City) newspaper.
Phú Quốc faces serious staff shortage in tourism industry
The robust growth of hotels and resorts on Phú Quốc Island in the Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta Province of Kiên Giang has resulted in a shortage of workers in the tourism industry.
Nam Định Province’s e-Government model receives positive feedback
A year after going live, Nam Định administration’s e-Government model is receiving positive feedback.
High-tech manufacturing sector tops recruitment in 3rd quarter
High-tech manufacturing was the top sector in terms of demand for senior managers in the third quarter, according to executive search firm Navigos Search.
