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This Set of Rare 20th-Century Đông Hồ Paintings Depicts a Society in Flux

Culture

This Set of Rare 20th-Century Đông Hồ Paintings Depicts a Society in Flux

The well-known woodcut folk paintings have always offered unique insights into the times during which they were produced.

SaigoneerJul 31, 2019
Saigon to Remove Single-Use Plastic Items in Government Agencies

Saigon

Saigon to Remove Single-Use Plastic Items in Government Agencies

Saigon authorities are moving forward with measures to minimize plastic usage in government functions.

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Jul 31, 2019
Morning Stories Roundup: Wildlife Crime Challenges Vietnam’s Tiger Conservation Efforts

Roundups

Morning Stories Roundup: Wildlife Crime Challenges Vietnam’s Tiger Conservation Efforts

Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook . Each morning, we select some of the most important stories from Saigon, the rest of Vietnam and beyond, and digest them into short, accessible links so you can easily keep up with current affairs.

SaigoneerJul 31, 2019
[Photos] Memories of 1966 Saigon in 11 Film Photos

Saigon

[Photos] Memories of 1966 Saigon in 11 Film Photos

Have you ever wondered why a fascination about old images is encoded in our blood? Tattered family albums, tiny Polaroid shots, a roll of undeveloped film — these have great potential to surprise us with vivid reminders of how quickly things change and how transient the subjects of our past were.

SaigoneerJul 30, 2019
Northern Provinces Brace for Potential Tropical Storm Later This Week

Vietnam

Northern Provinces Brace for Potential Tropical Storm Later This Week

An area of low pressure that may form into a tropical storm will bring heavy rain to northern provinces this week.

SaigoneerJul 30, 2019
Nat Geo Names 2 Pagodas in Vietnam Among World's 20 Most Beautiful Temples

Vietnam

Nat Geo Names 2 Pagodas in Vietnam Among World's 20 Most Beautiful Temples

The list also includes landmarks from other Southeast Asian countries such as Cambodia, Myanmar, Thailand and Laos.

SaigoneerJul 30, 2019
Bangkok Imposes Heavier Fine on Motorbikes Driving on Sidewalk

Asia

Bangkok Imposes Heavier Fine on Motorbikes Driving on Sidewalk

Bangkok's city government has doubled the THB2,000 (US$65) fine for motorcyclists driving on sidewalks starting August 1.

SaigoneerJul 30, 2019
Morning Stories Roundup: HCMC Takes Steps to Reduce Pollution in Canal Network

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Morning Stories Roundup: HCMC Takes Steps to Reduce Pollution in Canal Network

Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook . Each morning, we select some of the most important stories from Saigon, the rest of Vietnam and beyond, and digest them into short, accessible links so you can easily keep up with current affairs.

SaigoneerJul 30, 2019
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Amid Booming Investment, Pollution Elevates Cancer Rates in Vietnam's Villages

Environment

Amid Booming Investment, Pollution Elevates Cancer Rates in Vietnam's Villages

While Vietnam's rural areas continue to develop, expand and economically prosper, their environmental conditions have not necessarily improved.

SaigoneerJul 29, 2019
Vietstar Airlines Granted License to Operate Private Jets in Vietnam

Vietnam

Vietstar Airlines Granted License to Operate Private Jets in Vietnam

Vietstar Airlines is an aviation company funded by both the private sector and a military-owned company.

SaigoneerJul 29, 2019
Saigoneer Podcast: Deciding Where to Study Abroad; a Ride-Hailing App Update

Podcast

Saigoneer Podcast: Deciding Where to Study Abroad; a Ride-Hailing App Update

The latest Saigoneer Podcast episode is out now!

SaigoneerJul 29, 2019
Weekend Stories Roundup: Landfill Woes, Miss World Vietnam and Rhino Horns

Roundups

Weekend Stories Roundup: Landfill Woes, Miss World Vietnam and Rhino Horns

Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook . Each morning, we select some of the most important stories from Saigon, the rest of Vietnam and beyond, and digest them into short, accessible links so you can easily keep up with current affairs.

SaigoneerJul 29, 2019
From August, Ha Long Will Ban Plastic Bottles, Bags on Tour Boats

Travel

From August, Ha Long Will Ban Plastic Bottles, Bags on Tour Boats

In response to the beautiful bay's burgeoning rubbish problem, plastic will no longer be used on sightseeing vessels.

SaigoneerJul 28, 2019
[Photos] 1885 Hanoi Revealed Through Sepia Prints, Sketches, Postcards and Maps

Hanoi

[Photos] 1885 Hanoi Revealed Through Sepia Prints, Sketches, Postcards and Maps

All too often these days, we come across monuments of historical significance, pull out our smartphone and take a picture, only for it to waste away in our maze of a camera roll, never to be looked at again. We forget the time, patience, and dedication it takes for artists who devote days at a time capturing their subject on paper.

SaigoneerJul 28, 2019
Low Rainfall, Hydropower Dams Lead to Record-Low Mekong River Levels

Asia

Low Rainfall, Hydropower Dams Lead to Record-Low Mekong River Levels

Water levels in the lower Mekong basin during this early flood season from June to July have hit record lows.

SaigoneerJul 28, 2019
Water Shortage, Wildfires Ravage Central Provinces Amid Scorching Summer

Vietnam

Water Shortage, Wildfires Ravage Central Provinces Amid Scorching Summer

Rising temperatures have prompted rising concern among Vietnamese residents as wildfires and water shortages impact central provinces.

SaigoneerJul 27, 2019
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks

Vietnam

Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks

Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.

SaigoneerJul 26, 2019
As Vietnam Gets Wealthier, Economic Inequality Worsens

Vietnam

As Vietnam Gets Wealthier, Economic Inequality Worsens

According to the Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs, economic inequality is worsening in Vietnam.

SaigoneerJul 26, 2019
As Vietnam Gets Wealthier, Economic Inequality Also Gets Worse

Vietnam

As Vietnam Gets Wealthier, Economic Inequality Also Gets Worse

According to the Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs, economic inequality is worsening in Vietnam.

SaigoneerJul 26, 2019
Morning Stories Roundup: Vietnam's Shipping Fleet Ranked 30th in the World

Roundups

Morning Stories Roundup: Vietnam's Shipping Fleet Ranked 30th in the World

Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook . Each morning, we select some of the most important stories from Saigon, the rest of Vietnam and beyond, and digest them into short, accessible links so you can easily keep up with current affairs.

SaigoneerJul 26, 2019
What’s Inside Gapo, Yet Another Made-In-Vietnam Social Network

Tech

What’s Inside Gapo, Yet Another Made-In-Vietnam Social Network

Joining the likes of Hahalolo, VietNamTa and Biz Time, Gapo is Vietnam’s newest social media platform, aimed at young millennials.

SaigoneerJul 25, 2019
Saigon Prepares Public Ferry Route From Can Gio to Vung Tau

Saigon

Saigon Prepares Public Ferry Route From Can Gio to Vung Tau

The route will help ease overcrowded roads connecting the city via its outlying island to the popular beach destination.

SaigoneerJul 25, 2019
VietJet Announces New Direct Flight Connecting Hanoi, New Delhi

Vietnam

VietJet Announces New Direct Flight Connecting Hanoi, New Delhi

In December 2017, India was added to the list of nationalities that could apply for a Vietnamese visa online. There remained, however, no direct flights between the two countries.

SaigoneerJul 25, 2019
Morning Stories Roundup: Health Ministry Urges Tight Control for Ebola Prevention

Roundups

Morning Stories Roundup: Health Ministry Urges Tight Control for Ebola Prevention

Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook . Each morning, we select some of the most important stories from Saigon, the rest of Vietnam and beyond, and digest them into short, accessible links so you can easily keep up with current affairs.

SaigoneerJul 25, 2019
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