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Each morning, we select some of the most important stories from the capital, the rest of Vietnam and beyond, and digest them into short, accessible links so you can easily keep up with current affairs.

Hanoi

- Hanoi urged to relocate factories from inner city. [Dan Tri]

- An eco-friendly solution to Hanoi's motorbike obsession. [VnExpress]

- Foul deed: Hanoi lays waste to a majestic river. [VnExpress]

Vietnam

- Vietnam advised to cut tax incentives for long-term development. [Vietnam+]

- Ministry acts to ensure adequate pork supply in Vietnam. [VietnamNet]

- Hoang Thuy to pick from three national costumes ahead of Miss Universe 2019. [VietnamNet]

- Vietnam beat UAE to sit atop Group G in FIFA World Cup qualification. [Tuoi Tre]

Other

- Which houseplants should you buy to purify air? None of them. [National Geographic]

- Singapore activists challenge gay sex ban in court after India ruling. [Tuoi Tre]

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