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| (VNS) - Viet Nam welcomed close to 1.8 million foreign arrivals in the first four months of the year, representing more than a 35-per-cent year-on-year increase, according to statistics from the Viet Nam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT). The latest figures from the World Tourism Organisation revealed that only a small number of nations had tourism growth rates reaching the double digits. In an attempt to attract international tourists, especially to the Thang Long-Ha Noi millennium celebrations, the VNAT has actively joined in international tourism fairs and Vietnamese festivals abroad. |  | | | |
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Clinton Says US Should Use 'Smart Power' With Diplomacy in Lead |
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 | Edited by Tran Le Quan | Sunday, Sep 16, 2012 |
A committee of the United States Senate has met with Senator Hillary Clinton. President-elect Obama nominated her to be Secretary of State. Senator Clinton said if she is confirmed she would improve United States relations with its allies. She said she would use smart power diplomacy to deal with Israel security needs as well as the Palestinian political and economic goals. Ms. Clinton also said President-elect Obama and his team are greatly concerned about the actions of Iran’s government. She said the Obama administration will seek a new policy toward Iran and that no plan of action has been rejected. |
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Viet Nam Tourism up by 35% |
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 | Edited by Banh Thi Uyen Uyen | Tuesday, Sep 18, 2012 |
(VNS) - Viet Nam welcomed close to 1.8 million foreign arrivals in the first four months of the year, representing more than a 35-per-cent year-on-year increase, according to statistics from the Viet Nam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT). The latest figures from the World Tourism Organisation revealed that only a small number of nations had tourism growth rates reaching the double digits. In an attempt to attract international tourists, especially to the Thang Long-Ha Noi millennium celebrations, the VNAT has actively joined in international tourism fairs and Vietnamese festivals abroad. |
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Solar Eclipse Wows Asia |
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 | Edited by Ian Taylor & Thien Tri | Saturday, Sep 14, 2019 |
Reuters - It lasted only 6 minutes and 39 seconds, but this century's longest total solar eclipse was witnessed by millions on Wednesday. Visible across a narrow path of Asia, the eclipse traveled through parts of India, China and Japan. It began at dawn in India where tens of thousands gathered for a dip in the Ganges to pray to the sun as it emerged from behind the moon. Hundreds of enthusiasts wore goggles to catch a glimpse of the phenomenon.In China, emotions ran high among those gathered along a river bank in Chongqing to witness it. |
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Koreans Protest Dog-Eating |
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 | Edited by Ian Taylor | Saturday, Sep 15, 2012 |
Reuters - A protest was held in South Korea on Tuesday, as a sign of allegiance to man's best friend, the dog. About 20 protesters gathered in downtown Seoul to demand the government abolish the tradition of eating dog meat. With elaborate costumes and props, the animal-lovers shouted slogans during a downpour to convince more Koreans to give up the canine cuisine. "Dogs and cats are not livestock, but they are our partners. They are not food, but they are our friends. We should abolish the bad habits of eating dogs or cats."
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EU Health Chief Calls for a Ban on Smoking |
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 | Edited by Huynh Thi Bich Ngoc | Tuesday, Sep 18, 2012 |
The health chief of the European Union is calling for a ban on smoking in all public spaces by 2012. Androulla Vassiliou is the EU’s health commissioner. She told news reporters in Belgium on Tuesday that every European should have full protection from tobacco smoke. She said there is an increase in public support for anti-smoking measures among EU member countries. Britain and Ireland have the toughest anti-smoking measures in the European Union. |
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Sex and the City Mania Hits New York |
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 | Edited by Rachel L. Murray | Tuesday, Sep 18, 2012 |
The film sees a return of the fabulous foursome, Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda as they carry on with their busy lives. Actress Sarah Jessica Parker, who plays Carrie, says the film is much more than a glorified fashion show, with the four women all facing their own challenges. "They become more mature as we've matured but I think you can't hang your hat on fashion forever, I think people want a substantive story that is meaningful to them whet her they relate or not and they want to hear women talk about the things that are important to them besides their desire to wear a pretty dress."
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