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Saigon Schools to Install CCTV Cameras to Combat Child Abuse

Saigon

Saigon Schools to Install CCTV Cameras to Combat Child Abuse

About 315 cameras will be placed in local kindergartens in response to concerns that teachers are abusing students.

SaigoneerDec 10, 2018

To Compete With Grab, Hanoi Taxi Companies Merge to Form G7

Hanoi

To Compete With Grab, Hanoi Taxi Companies Merge to Form G7

A new development has emerged in the battle between traditional taxi fleets and new, app-based companies, as three taxi companies have merged together to form the capital's largest taxi business.

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Dec 10, 2018

Saigoneer Podcast: English as an Official Language; Vietnam Cliches in Foreign Media; and Food Writer Soleil Ho

Podcast

Saigoneer Podcast: English as an Official Language; Vietnam Cliches in Foreign Media; and Food Writer Soleil Ho

We're back in your podcast feed with a packed episode!

SaigoneerDec 10, 2018

After Historic Rainfall Hits Da Nang, Residents Abandon Cars for Kayaks

Vietnam

After Historic Rainfall Hits Da Nang, Residents Abandon Cars for Kayaks

Da Nang was the latest metropolis in Vietnam to fall victim to extreme weather conditions.

SaigoneerDec 10, 2018

Weekend Stories Roundup: National Carrier Most Punctual Among Local Airlines, Report Says

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Weekend Stories Roundup: National Carrier Most Punctual Among Local Airlines, Report Says

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.

SaigoneerDec 10, 2018

Amid Dwindling Readership, Is Digitization the Key to Save Vietnam's Libraries?

Society

Amid Dwindling Readership, Is Digitization the Key to Save Vietnam's Libraries?

Cultivating a reading culture remains a challenging task when local libraries are under-utilized.

SaigoneerDec 9, 2018

[Video] In 'Công,' Suboi Delivers Full-Throated Anthem for Young Vietnamese Women

Music & Arts

[Video] In 'Công,' Suboi Delivers Full-Throated Anthem for Young Vietnamese Women

After the great success of 'N-Sao?' in August, Vietnamese rap queen Suboi has returned and riled up her audience once again with her brand new song, 'Công.'

SaigoneerDec 9, 2018

Vietnam Aims to Boost GDP per Capita to $6,500 by 2030, $10,000 by 2035

Vietnam

Vietnam Aims to Boost GDP per Capita to $6,500 by 2030, $10,000 by 2035

The country also hopes to have two million private businesses accounting for 60-65% of the GDP by 2030.

SaigoneerDec 7, 2018

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Morning Stories Roundup: Vietnam Beats Philippines in Hanoi to Face Malaysia in AFF Final

Roundups

Morning Stories Roundup: Vietnam Beats Philippines in Hanoi to Face Malaysia in AFF Final

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.

SaigoneerDec 7, 2018

Devaux Beverages Stands Above the Crowd of Saigon’s Cafes

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Devaux Beverages Stands Above the Crowd of Saigon’s Cafes

In recent years, Saigon’s food and beverage scene has grown in leaps and bounds. It’s never been easier for city residents to take a global cuisine tour without even needing to get on a plane, whether you want delicacies from Syria, Mexico, Japan and beyond.

SaigoneerDec 6, 2018

Hanoi Renews Plan to Construct Giant Lotus-Shaped Theater

Development

Hanoi Renews Plan to Construct Giant Lotus-Shaped Theater

A development project that officials nipped in the bud earlier this year is being reconsidered once again as Hanoi authorities search for new investors for the controversial plan.

SaigoneerDec 6, 2018

Apple Assembler Foxconn Considers Opening iPhone Factory in Vietnam

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Apple Assembler Foxconn Considers Opening iPhone Factory in Vietnam

The iPhone assembler is looking towards Vietnam to escape the collateral damage of US-China trade tensions.

SaigoneerDec 6, 2018

Saigon Zoo Welcomes Adorable New Baby Giraffe

Saigon

Saigon Zoo Welcomes Adorable New Baby Giraffe

The Saigon Zoo’s giraffe household recently welcomed another family member.

SaigoneerDec 6, 2018

Morning Stories Roundup: Facebook’s Country Director in Vietnam Resigns

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Morning Stories Roundup: Facebook’s Country Director in Vietnam Resigns

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.

SaigoneerDec 6, 2018

Hanoi Aims to Drastically Reduce Plastic Bag Use

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Hanoi Aims to Drastically Reduce Plastic Bag Use

Are you tired of seeing plastic everywhere?

SaigoneerDec 5, 2018

Vietnam Launches Major Program to Provide Anti-HIV Pills in 11 Localities

Health

Vietnam Launches Major Program to Provide Anti-HIV Pills in 11 Localities

Vietnam has launched a national program to provide anti-HIV pills to high-risk groups in honor of World AIDS Day, which fell on December 1.

SaigoneerDec 5, 2018

New Luxury Bus Service Will Run From Tan Son Nhat Airport to Vung Tau

Saigon

New Luxury Bus Service Will Run From Tan Son Nhat Airport to Vung Tau

The Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee recently commissioned the transport department to introduce the new bus route.

SaigoneerDec 5, 2018

[Photos] Local Photographer Creates Hilarious Tetraptychs of Hanoi's Common Traffic Offenses

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[Photos] Local Photographer Creates Hilarious Tetraptychs of Hanoi's Common Traffic Offenses

Through the lens of photographer Pham Thanh Long, random acts of traffic law violations look almost...artistic, as ironic as that may sound.

SaigoneerDec 5, 2018

Morning Stories Roundup: Vietnam Airlines Eyes Stock Market Listing in 2019

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Morning Stories Roundup: Vietnam Airlines Eyes Stock Market Listing in 2019

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.

SaigoneerDec 5, 2018

[Photos] A Visual Tour of Late 1960s Saigon by Brian Wickham

Saigon

[Photos] A Visual Tour of Late 1960s Saigon by Brian Wickham

It seems that every day, we get to uncover yet another old photo collection of Saigon from the 1960s.

SaigoneerDec 4, 2018

After E-Scooter, Vingroup to Launch 4 New Smartphones This Month

Tech

After E-Scooter, Vingroup to Launch 4 New Smartphones This Month

Vingroup's smartphone brand, Vsmart, will be Vietnam's second, after the BPhone, which was created by BKAV.

SaigoneerDec 4, 2018

Information Minister Suggests Making English Vietnam's 2nd Official Language

Vietnam

Information Minister Suggests Making English Vietnam's 2nd Official Language

Should English be the country's second official language?

SaigoneerDec 3, 2018

Saigoneer Podcast: The Retro/Vintage Aesthetic Trend and a Street Food Update

Podcast

Saigoneer Podcast: The Retro/Vintage Aesthetic Trend and a Street Food Update

We're back with a new episode!

SaigoneerDec 3, 2018

Vietnam Men's Football Team Enters World's Top 100 Again After 7 Years

Sports

Vietnam Men's Football Team Enters World's Top 100 Again After 7 Years

Vietnam’s impressive winning streak at the ongoing AFF Cup 2018 has propelled the national men’s football team back into the top 100 teams in the world.

SaigoneerDec 3, 2018

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