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Tung’s second gold at the World Games
Nguyen Thanh Tung pocketed a second gold medal for Vietnam on August 4 at the World Games in Cali, Colombia.
US surgeon successfully removes giant face tumours
American surgeon McKay McKinnon and a team of Vietnamese doctors have successfully removed large tumours from the faces of two local patients during eight-hour surgeries.
SBV keeps close watch on lending
The State Bank of Vietnam this week instructed its branches across the country to closely monitor and inspect consumer loans from commercial banks.
Starbucks opens second store in HCM City
Starbucks, the giant American coffee company, opened its second store in HCM City on August 1, just six months after making its initial appearance in Vietnam.
Information on overseas labour to be published
The Department of Overseas Labour (DOLAB) has announced it will publicise its database on overseas workers in an effort to help those who want to work overseas.
Japan helps develop Vietnam’s industrial strategy
Vietnam and Japan are working closely together to develop detailed action plans to carry out Vietnam’s industrialization strategy, as part of their co-operation agreement towards 2020 with a vision to 2030.
Chess player Hung to train in Hungary
National chess champion Nguyen Thi Mai Hung will train in Hungary for one year to seek for women’s International Grandmaster (IGM) title.
Hercules Mach ready to flex at Asian champs
World champion Pham Van Mach will be representing Vietnam at the 47th Asian Bodybuilding and Fitness Championships in HCM City’s Phu Tho Gymnasium from August 27 to September 2.
Industrial output up after strong month
The index of industrial production (IIP) for July rose by 7% year on year, according to the General Statistics Office (GSO).
Same-sex marriage in Vietnam still long way off
Vietnam has made significant progress in accepting and improving the rights of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community, but it will take more time to secure the National Assembly's approval for same sex marriages, experts say.