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Waste treatment of ash, cinder difficult
An increasing amount of ash and cinder released by thermal power plants is causing serious pollution and making waste treatment more difficult in industrial parks, a representative from the Ministry of Construction said.
Vietnamese coffee growers near bankruptcy
Coffee prices have dropped to record lows in southern Dong Nai province, pushing coffee growers, particularly small enterprises, to the verge of bankruptcy.
Deputy PM visits inmates up for release
Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc met with prisoners at Xuan Loc Prison in the southern province of Dong Nai on August 16, ahead of their amnesty release dates in honour of National Day on September 2.
Forex rates to remain under pressure
One of the prominent economic happenings globally in recent times is the appreciation of the US dollar, which has affected most countries including Vietnam.
Soan wins Asian mountain cycling bronze
Vietnam's Quang Thi Soan was awarded a bronze medal at the 21st Asian Mountain Bike Championships, which closed in Malaysia on August 16.
Mental disorders affect about 10% of country's population: MoLISA
Nearly 9 million people in Vietnam, or 10% of the population, suffer from mental disorders, including 2.5% with serious mental illnesses under social protection.
Women dominate singing contest
The grand finale of the 9th Sao Mai Television Singing Competition in Thanh Hoa on August 15 was a night for female singers as all they took home all three of the top awards.
Stem cell transplant saves three-year-old
Doctors at the National Institute of Haematology and Blood Transfusion have successfully conducted a stem cell transplant to save a three-year-old boy suffering from thalassemia.
Uber to offer helicopter rides in Danang
Uber users in the central city of Danang will be able to access the Uber app and request a helicopter ride with “UberCHOPPER” to join a free 15-minute flight around the city, according to Uber Technologies Inc.
Workers unhappy with jobs, wages
About 34% of labourers surveyed recently said they were not satisfied with their jobs or pay, a workshop on the subject was heard on August 13.