Tag: keeps

Country keeps watch on storm

VietNamNet Bridge – Forecasters said yesterday that Storm Noul (or Red Sun) was turning into a tropical depression, and it no longer seriously threatened central and southern Viet Nam, although the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Cao Duc Phat, still considered “it complicated”. Ships and boats safely reach fishing port No 6 in... Read more

Van Son Village keeps up ceramic love affair

VietNamNet Bridge - A rival is creeping up on the country’s better known pottery villages, as this skilfull southern village makes a name for itself. Van Son pottery is becoming a favourite among customers. VietNamNet Bridge - A rival is creeping up on the country’s better known pottery villages, as this skilfull southern village makes a name for... Read more

Local investors eye international markets as VN-Index keeps falling

VietNamNet Bridge – Local investors continue to track fluctuations in regional and international markets to assess how to handle their securities investments domestically. Strong sales pulled down almost all listed codes and fund certificates in the bourse, making the index lose 14.48 points or 4.23 per cent in yesterday session.Asian stocks fell to a 4-year... Read more

Obama keeps five-point lead on McCain

Democratic presidential nominee Senator Barack Obama greets supporters at a campaign event at Mack’s Apple’s orchard in Londonderry, New Hampshire, October 16, 2008. Democrat Barack Obama holds a five-point lead over Republican John McCain, with little immediate indication their final public debate did much to sway... Read more

Vietnam keeps growth target despite global woes

The government has said it will keep its economic growth target amid the global financial crisis, whose effect on the domestic economy has “not been significant” because links with US credit markets aren’t “profound.” The central bank and government agencies were urged by Prime Minister... Read more

Dong Ngu keeps water puppetry alive

VietNamNet Bridge - Founded in the 11th century, Dong Ngu Village’s unique form of water puppetry continues to draw crowds today, with unparalleled mystery, mastery and committment from its performers. Water puppetry in Dong Ngu attracts both adults and children to the village’s stage, where they can witness this century-old art form. VietNamNet... Read more