VinBrain reaches final round of global Covid-19 fight contest

The VinBrain team in the U.S. has reached the final round of the Pandemic Response Challenge held by XPRIZE and Cognizant.

https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/vinbrain-reaches-final-round-of-global-covid-19-fight-contest-4240227.html

VN-Index up with marginal recovery

Vietnam’s benchmark VN-Index inched up 0.29 percent to 1,165.43 points Thursday, posting a slight recovery from the seven-day low figure recorded in the previous session.

https://e.vnexpress.net/news/business/economy/vn-index-up-with-marginal-recovery-4239636.html

Experience seasonal rebirth as spring descends on Moc Chau valley

The advance of spring across Mu Nau Valley of northwestern highlands Moc Chau Town has unlocked vibrant apricot and plum blossoms.

https://e.vnexpress.net/news/travel/places/experience-seasonal-rebirth-as-spring-descends-on-moc-chau-valley-4239427.html

HCMC sets up security cameras at Covid-19 quarantine facilities

Ho Chi Minh City’s Health Department has requested district authorities to set up security cameras at quarantine camps for better monitoring.

https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/hcmc-sets-up-security-cameras-at-covid-19-quarantine-facilities-4240193.html

Vietnamese banks continue to ascend global brand rankings

Nine Vietnamese lenders, five of them state-owned, have risen up the list of the world’s 500 most valuable banking brands.

https://e.vnexpress.net/news/business/economy/vietnamese-banks-continue-to-ascend-global-brand-rankings-4239961.html

Can Tho to pilot overnight services to bolster tourism

Authorities in Mekong Delta economic hub Can Tho on Wednesday approved a plan to pilot night-time services in Ninh Kieu District.

https://e.vnexpress.net/news/travel/places/can-tho-to-pilot-overnight-services-to-bolster-tourism-4240046.html

Vietnam to receive 150 mln Covid-19 vaccine doses by 2022

Vietnam is expected to obtain 150 million Covid-19 vaccine doses from foreign and domestic sources by 2022, said the Ministry of Health.

https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/vietnam-to-receive-150-mln-covid-19-vaccine-doses-by-2022-4240042.html

How Vietnam is storing Covid-19 vaccine

Vietnam Vaccine JSC is keeping the very first Covid-19 vaccine doses in a freezer in Ho Chi Minh City while a specific vaccination plan is drawn up.

https://e.vnexpress.net/news/news/how-vietnam-is-storing-covid-19-vaccine-4240058.html

One more week to grab super early bird tickets for Hanoi night run

Second VnExpress Marathon Hanoi Midnight has attracted thousands of enthusiasts since Super Early Bird registration started on Feb 14.

https://e.vnexpress.net/news/sports/one-more-week-to-grab-super-early-bird-tickets-for-hanoi-night-run-4240024.html

Vietnam Airlines to invest $430 mln to offer ground services at Long Thanh airport

Vietnam Airlines plans to invest VND9.9 trillion ($430 million) in the under-construction Long Thanh International Airport to become a provider of ground services and in-flight meals.

https://e.vnexpress.net/news/business/companies/vietnam-airlines-to-invest-430-mln-to-offer-ground-services-at-long-thanh-airport-4240023.html

French Vietnamese artists blend graffiti and music to help orphans

Artist Cyril Kongo and DJ Florian Picasso, two French Vietnamese artistes, live-streamed a unique art show to raise donations for an orphanage in Da Nang City.

https://e.vnexpress.net/news/life/culture/french-vietnamese-artists-blend-graffiti-and-music-to-help-orphans-4239051.html

Japan’s top energy company to increase Petrolimex stake

Japanese oil giant ENEOS Corporation has registered to buy 25 million shares of fuel distributor Petrolimex on the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange.

https://e.vnexpress.net/news/business/companies/japan-s-top-energy-company-to-increase-petrolimex-stake-4239998.html

Vietnam, New Zealand to expand fruit trade this year

Vietnamese limes and pomelos could be exported to New Zealand soon, following a commitment made Wednesday during the first agricultural dialogue between the two countries.

https://e.vnexpress.net/news/business/vietnam-new-zealand-to-expand-fruit-trade-this-year-4239629.html

Innovation a game changer for startups in pandemic

During the Nguy - Co talk show, Kieu Trang and Sonny Vu shared how their companies seize opportunities by interlocking innovations during the Covid-19 pandemic.

https://e.vnexpress.net/news/business/innovation-a-game-changer-for-startups-in-pandemic-4239924.html

Saigon FC appoints Japanese head coach

Shimoda Masahiro has been appointed the new head coach of Saigon FC, the latest action by club in building a Japanese culture in its management.

https://e.vnexpress.net/news/sports/football/saigon-fc-appoints-japanese-head-coach-4239711.html