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Photo taken yesterday shows ambulances on the road in Paktika province, Afghanistan. The death toll from an earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan early yesterday has reached 920, while more than 600 people were injured, a disaster official said, adding the number of casualties might rise further. — XINHUA/VNA Photo KABUL — A powerful earthquake struck a remote border region of Afghanistan overnight killing at least 1,000 people and injuring hundreds more, officials said yesterday, with the toll expected to rise as desperate rescuers dig through collapsed dwellings. The 5.9 magnitude quake struck hardest in the rugged east, where people already lead hardscrabble lives in a country in the grip of a humanitarian disaster made worse by the Taliban takeover in August. "People are digging grave after grave," said Mohammad Amin Huzaifa, head of the Information and Culture Department in hard-hit Paktika, adding that at least 1,000 people had died in that province alone. … [Read more...] about At least 1,000 killed in Afghan quake as rescuers scramble for survivors

The speech with a message of peace, promoting trust, cooperation and development attracted much attention. The People’s Army Newspaper would like to introduce the following opinions to clarify the message. “ Self-strengthening, self-help ” - basic principle to uphold national independence Talking with the reporter of the People's Army Newspaper, Assoc. Prof., Dr., Major General Vu Cuong Quyet, Director of the Institute for Defense Strategy under the Ministry of National Defense, affirmed that the defense minister’s speech showed the strategic vision towards regional and international security issues, associated with reality and defense and security challenges facing Vietnam. The speech confirmed that the trend of peace, cooperation and development is always a common desire of mankind. However, traditional security issues still remain complicated, particularly strategic competition, disagreements, conflicts of interest, and disputes over territorial sovereignty between … [Read more...] about Part 1: The comprehensive all people’s defense posture

Overhead view of a project under the North-South Highway Project. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - Nearly 18 months since the introduction of the 2021 Law on Public-Private Partnership (PPP) in Vietnam, it's still difficult to get investors to warm up to PPP projects despite the huge potential for growth, as the country ramps up efforts to build modern infrastructure, said industry experts and policymakers in a meeting in Hanoi on June 21. The Law on Public-Private Partnership was supposed to, in theory, address three major problems endemic in Vietnam’s infrastructure projects; slow progression, overbudget and poor quality. However, according to many in the field, the law has failed to tackle a number of fundamental issues, which has discouraged and hindered investors to commit to infrastructure projects. Dr Tran Chung, President of the Vietnam Association of Road Traffic Investors (VARSI) President, said the relationship between the State and investors, as of right now, was … [Read more...] about Lopsided relationship scares investors off PPP

Utop – an app for online shopping using blockchain technology by FPT Group. (Photo: SGGP) CEO of Vietnam Blockchain JSC. Do Van Long commented that owing to negative incidents of digital currency, many people tend to think that blockchain is merely digital currency, which is extremely mistaken. In fact, this advanced technology can be used to create digital property or to upgrade existing information management systems to gain a higher level of security and transparency. Technology Director of FPT Group Vu Anh Tu also stated that besides the popular use of blockchain in digital currency, it can effectively boost innovative technological startups thanks to its wide applications. Statistics from Vietnam Blockchain Association reveal that among 200-top successful blockchain enterprise in the world, 7 were founded by Vietnamese people. Vietnam is one of five leading countries in this technology. At present, about 10 Vietnamese innovative startups in the blockchain field have the … [Read more...] about Vietnam to actively apply blockchain technology in various fields

Spy cameras are listed in Article 6 in Decree No.66/2017/ND-CP of the Government on conditions for trading camouflage equipment and software used for audio recording, video recording and positioning as equipment purchased with conditions. In the reality, however, it is extremely easy to get one from the market. At a technological device store on Cach Mang Thang Tam Street in District 3 of Ho Chi Minh City, the salesman introduced different kinds of spy cameras that can be directly installed on power sockets, desk clocks, TV remote control to retrieve data via a Wi-Fi or 3G network. Their prices range from VND1-2.5 million (US$43-108). There is no condition to purchase one. It is also tremendously easy to obtain one from the social network, with the prices ranging from VND800,000-2 million ($34-86). These are freely sold online only and will be delivered to buyers via a shipping service. The police so far have solved many cases of criminals using sensitive clips to blackmail … [Read more...] about Ease of spy camera purchasing posing great danger

A fashion store in a shopping center in HCMC offers a discount of 70 percent on fashion products. (Photo: SGGP) The number of customers to supermarkets and trade centers has been fairly high in recent days. Co.opmart Supermarket on Ly Thuong Kiet Street in District 10 is always bustling with customers. Nguyen Thi Tuyet Anh, living on Ly Thai To Street in District 10, said that thousands of promotional and discounted items create a great attraction to housewives. “Cooking oil, fresh vegetables, rice, cakes of all kinds are at good prices compared to normal days. For example, Long Chau 66 rice was previously priced at VND190,000 per bag of 5kg, but now it is reduced to VND151,000; Meizan oil is sold at VND103,500 per bottle of 2 liters, VND3,000-VND5,000 per bottle cheaper than before. For large bills paid by credit cards, it is convenient to order goods at the supermarket for home delivery," said Tuyet Anh. Similarly, cosmetics, perfumes, and fashion clothes of many large brands … [Read more...] about Retailers launch promotions to revive purchasing power

Currently, the Northern region continues to experience moderate and severe rains with risks of flash floods, landslides and flooding in the low-lying areas. The peak temperature of over 35 degrees Celsius is between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. It is forecast that the North- Central provinces from Thanh Hoa to Phu Yen are likely to face scorching temperatures between 35 degrees Celsius and 38 degrees Celsius from Thursday through this weekend. The peak temperature of over 35 degrees Celsius is between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. The extreme heat in combination with low humidity in the air and intensity of foehn winds in addition to the high demand for electricity can lead to the potentiality of forest fire and explosion in residential areas. Moreover, experts issued warnings of dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke risks due to prolonged exposure to the sun. In the next three days, the UV index in provinces and cities nationwide will reach an extremely harmful level, a reading of 7 to … [Read more...] about Scorching temperature can result in heat exhaustion, heatstroke, dehydration

The input price of imported liquefied natural gas (LNG) fluctuates between 15-20 cents/kW while the saleable electricity price is currently 6-7 cents/kW only. This will be an obstacle in the future because Electricity of Vietnam (EVN) will have to buy high and sell low. Despite the mandatory use of the standard form wholesale market power purchase agreement (PPA), complete with untenable fuel cost pass-through clauses being imposed on would-be LNG project sponsors, the market will never accept the proposition. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh questioned why the latest draft of the Power Development Plan VIII (PDP8) seeks to effectively block any new solar power projects until 2030, since “solar power costs are getting cheaper and cheaper, and energy storage battery technology is becoming more advanced at more acceptable pricing”. The LNG gas power project is scheduled to start construction in the second quarter of 2022 According to calculations by the Ministry of … [Read more...] about Developers expect smoother LNG policy planning

Curbs to stop the virus in Shanghai, China's fashion capital, ground the city of 25 million to a halt in April and May, leaving clothing and beauty product displays in stores untouched and containers of imported apparel stranded at port. The city's re-opening this month saw a flood of goods ship from warehouses to store shelves already laden with merchandise unsold during two months of lockdown. Normally around a fifth of all imported goods coming into China pass through Shanghai's port. Days after Covid-19 curbs eased, large "sales" signs went up across Shanghai, with retailers from Lululemon to Victoria's Secret offering discounts to lure shoppers. Even online retailers have struggled to clear a glut caused by lockdowns and supply interruptions. "This affected us a lot," said Josh Gardner, founder and chief executive of China market e-commerce partner Kung Fu Data, which manages online stores for 10 fashion brands, including G-Star Raw. "In April, May on (China's major … [Read more...] about Shanghai’s fashion stores struggle to clear lockdown stock hangover

A peaceful corner of Ngòi Tu Village. Photo mia.vn Lâm Giang Located on the peaceful Thác Bà Lake, Ngòi Tu Community Cultural Tourism Village in Vũ Linh Commune, Yên Bình District is an attractive destination for tourists. Ngòi Tu has a unique landscape combined with the long-standing cultural values of the people here, creating a very unique attraction. We went by car to visit the village, though it can also be reached via boat, departing from Hương Lý Port in Yên Bình Town, to feel the cool and fresh atmosphere of Thác Bà Lake. The village is located close to the edge of Thác Bà Lake, nestled under palm trees and luxuriant forests. It covers an area of 2sq.km. With the typical climate of the lake area, the winter is cold and the summer is cool. We arrived at the village on a calm morning, the wind gently carried the fragrance from the rice fields. Lurking behind the shady palm trees, the village appears as a picture of a peaceful Vietnamese village, … [Read more...] about Ngòi Tu Village, an attractive destination by Thác Bà Lake