Nguyễn Đại Trí. — Photo thoibaotaichinhvietnam.vn Nguyễn Đại Trí, deputy director of the Việt Nam Taxation Office talks to Hải Quan (Customs) newspaper about efforts to avoid losses in tax collection and to recover bad debts. What are achievements gained in the taxation sector so far this year? According to Việt Nam Taxation Office, in the first nine months of 2018, the State budget collected VNĐ962,500 billion, equal to 73 percent of the target – an increase of 13.7 percent compared with the same period last year. This was 67.9 percent of the annual target – an increase of 13.7 percent compared to 2017. In other words, the good management of tax collection has contributed to meeting the targets – a very important factor in the balancing between the collection and expenditure of the State budget. What are the key driving forces that have helped the Taxation Office achieve such a big … [Read more...] about Bad debts are heavy load on tax agents
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Trump says Google is ‘rigged’ with bad news about him
US President Donald Trump claimed Tuesday (Aug 28) that Google results were "rigged" because searches for "Trump News" brought up negative stories about him, and questioned whether this was illegal. In this file photo taken on Aug 27, 2018 US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters after a phone conversation with Mexico's President Enrique Pena Nieto. (Photo: AFP/ MANDEL NGAN) The president has attacked US social media giants in the past days for allegedly censoring conservative voices, an unfounded claim widely believed by his followers. "Google search results for 'Trump News' shows only the viewing/reporting of Fake New Media," the president tweeted on Tuesday. "In other words, they have it RIGGED, for me & others, so that almost all stories & news is BAD. Fake CNN is prominent. Republican/Conservative & Fair Media is shut out. Illegal?" According to Trump, "96% of results on 'Trump News' are from National Left-Wing Media," which he describes as "very … [Read more...] about Trump says Google is ‘rigged’ with bad news about him
Jennifer Garner honoured with Hollywood star
Viet Nam News LOS ANGELES — Jennifer Garner received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Monday to honour a glittering career that has included roles in acclaimed movies from Juno to Dallas Buyers Club. The Texas-born actress has appeared in more than 30 films over two decades but is just as famous for a television career that has seen her garlanded with some of the industry’s top awards. "Today for me is a moment to mark 24 years really joyfully lived, in a job that I love so much. And to get to share with my family and friends is pretty amazing and special," the 46-year-old star said. Actors Steve Carell and Bryan Cranston – who starred with Garner respectively in the 2014 comedy Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day and 2016’s Wakefield – paid glowing tribute. Also on hand to celebrate was Judy Greer, who appeared alongside Garner in 2004 fantasy comedy-romance 13 Going on 30 and 2014 comedy-drama Men, Women and Children" … [Read more...] about Jennifer Garner honoured with Hollywood star
Relieved ’bad guy’ Poulsen ruins Peru’s World Cup return
Viet Nam News SARANSK, Russia — Yussuf Poulsen was relieved to go from "bad guy" to Denmark’s hero on Saturday by ruining Peru’s first appearance at a World Cup finals for 36 years with the winning goal to seal a 1-0 victory in Saransk. Poulsen made amends after conceding a first-half penalty that was awarded after the referee consulted the VAR system, but which Peru midfielder Christian Cueva blasted over the crossbar. "It was an emotional game, especially for me after giving away the penalty," admitted the 24-year-old man-of-the-match. "I thought I was the bad guy, but then I was the good guy after scoring – that’s the way football is. "I’m grateful, we fought very well and gave it everything we had." Poulsen showed great finishing to hit the winner on 59 minutes to the dismay of the overwhelmingly Peruvian crowd in the 40,502-capacity stadium. The win extends Denmark’s unbeaten run to 16 games without defeat and end sPeru’s … [Read more...] about Relieved ’bad guy’ Poulsen ruins Peru’s World Cup return
An egg a day to keep the doctor away?
A study of nearly half a million people in China suggests a daily egg may reduce the risk of heart disease and strokes. Illustrative image: Photo: Thanh Giang/VNP Experts stress any egg consumption needs to be part of healthy lifestyle to be beneficial. But fears that eating too many eggs can be bad for you appear to have been laid to rest. "One can deliberate on the many limitations and caveats of nutritional research, but the take-home message of this research from a large study from China is that at the very least up to one egg a day is not linked with raised cardiovascular risk, and at best up to one egg a day may even have health benefits," says Prof Nita Forouhi, of the University of Cambridge.The study, in the journal Heart, follows years of bad press for the humble egg - from salmonella scares to cholesterol fears. BBC News takes a crack at separating the issues. How many? These days most doctors encourage the eating of eggs as part of a healthy diet, as they are … [Read more...] about An egg a day to keep the doctor away?
Removal of TV channels gets bad reception
Viet Nam News by Thu Hằng I am no wildlife expert, but I am an avid enthusiast. The migratory patterns and behaviours of birds and the habits and lives of African elephants fascinate me, for instance. So it was with great disappointment that I learnt I won’t be able to watch the National Geographic channel anymore. I am sure there are many others sharing this feeling regarding their own favourite TV channels like HBO, Disney, Cartoon Network, Star Movies or Cinemax, all of which have been yanked off air by the Việt Nam Television Cable Corporation (VTVCab) from April 1 onwards. The disappointment is greater that this was done without any proper warning to speak of, although company spokespersons have said the information was carried on its website. That is not enough. While there can always be some reason or the other to stop broadcasting a channel or a few channels, the way popular ones have been cut off without any notice, raising concerns about the … [Read more...] about Removal of TV channels gets bad reception
Many poets but few good poems: critics
Teenagers release balloons printed with poems at last year’s Vietnamese Poetry Day at the Literature Temple in Hanoi (Source: VNA) Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - Many critics and poets attending a workshop on contemporary poetry in Hanoi on February 27 agreed: the country is home to many poets, but few good poems. “Never before there have been so many poets and poetry fans,” said poet Vu Quan Phuong. There are dozens of thousands of poetry writers throughout the country. “There are about four thousand poetry collections published each year,” he said. “Poetry has become an elegant spiritual creative endeavour, which should be respected and encouraged. Composing poems has become a passion of the whole community, but few poetry reciting galas have been organised.” Big-name publishers are no longer interested in printing poetry collections. That’s why poets themselves pay their own money to publish their work and struggle to sell their books. Poet … [Read more...] about Many poets but few good poems: critics
Expats in Vietnam express opinion on public servant code of conduct Info Alert Alert Chia sẻ bài viết qua e-mail
Editor’s note:Two expats living in Vietnam have expressed their thoughts in response to a call by Tuoi Tre News following the proposal of a code of conduct for public servants in Ho Chi Minh City.According to the proposal, a dress code for male public servants would be a shirt, trousers and no jeans or T-shirts, while female workers would be required to wear an ao dai, the Vietnamese traditional dress, trousers, suits, or knee-length skirts. Public servants are also expected to use polite and clear language and not shout at people or use slang while working with residents. They would also be required not to consume alcohol either at work or during break times or to smoke at their workplace. Additionally, under the proposal, while at work they would not be allowed to wear headphones, listen to music, play computer games, use electronic devices for personal purposes or to access websites unrelated to their work or responsibilities. ‘Very reasonable’During my 14 … [Read more...] about Expats in Vietnam express opinion on public servant code of conduct Info Alert Alert Chia sẻ bài viết qua e-mail
A slice-of-life question doesn’t make the cut
Bảo Hoa A school in Phú Thọ Province last week asked its 10th graders a question in their first semester literature exam that has bemused me, though I was done with high school almost a decade ago. Evoking an internet celebrity called Chi Pu, the Hạ Hòa High School asked its students put themselves in her shoes and write an expressive essay. “Imagine you are Chi Pu and write an essay, using expressive elements, to describe a day after the release of your music video Từ hôm nay (Feel like Ooh),” the instruction said. It also provided some background information on Chi Pu and the none-too-favourable feedback her music video attracted from some famous singers. Chi Pu, whose real name is Nguyễn Thùy Chi, rose to fame in 2009 after winning a beauty pageant and has been working in the showbiz industry as an actress, model, and TV producer. On October 10, to mark the 10th year anniversary of her career, she … [Read more...] about A slice-of-life question doesn’t make the cut
Gone the Scholar’s Day
by Bão Vũ Gone was the noted scholar’s day! Where does his soul now stay? (from Vũ Đình Liên’s poem Ông Đồ (Scholar) “Did anyone come to visit me when I was out, dear granny?” Nga said to her grandmother Ngân then took off her blouse and skirt before throwing them onto the armchair. “Yes, of course! A young man did, he was polite and serious,” replied the old woman. “You only pay attention to human nature. What did he look like: tall or short, handsome or unkempt?” “How silly! If you judge a man’s outward appearance, you’ll lead a miserable life.” Jumping onto her granny’s bed in her underwear, Nga hugged her tightly. “I think otherwise, granny. If I marry a serious but penniless guy, won’t I be poor my whole life? Anyway, why do you think that he looked serious?” “Because he was handsome. What’s more, he came here on an … [Read more...] about Gone the Scholar’s Day