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Vietnam
Coming on the heels of Vietnam's annual rainy season, a provincial natural disaster agency has sent a request for US$13,200 worth of raincoats and other related rain equipment for two departments.
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook . ▪ Vietnamese brick house bags coveted architecture award [VnExpress] ▪ VTV wins World Cup 2018 broadcast right [Nhan Dan]
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Travel
Ca Mau Cape was recognized as a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve in 2009.
Food Culture
Anthony Bourdain, the chef, writer and travel show host, has passed away at 61.
Vietnam
While this is good news for Vietnam's higher education, some elements of the ranking result should be taken with a grain of salt.
Development
Bad news for residents living near the Metro Line’s construction sites.
Hanoi
The globally renowned race might feature in Vietnam’s ancient capital, possibly as soon as 2020.
Arts & Culture
Hanoi streets' handprinted signs haven't been replaced with neon like in other Asian metropolises, yet; but when they are, their traditional lettering will not be lost forever.
Education
Spring 2018, Louisville Kentucky: Vietnam’s bright red flag fluttered as it paraded past applauding fans in Freedom Hall, the historic arena where Mohammed Ali fought his first professional bout.
Branded Content
Phu Quoc’s sweeping white beaches, mild climate and natural beauty compelled the Vietnamese government to place it at the center of the country’s tourism plans in recent years.
Roundups
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook . ▪ Thunderstorms knock down trees, send Saigon traffic into chaos [VnExpress] ▪ Ho Chi Minh City Television willing to pay for World Cup telecast rights [Tuoi Tre]
Development
The cause of numerous cracks in two steel support girders of the Vam Cong Bridge, which will connect Dong Thap Province and Can Tho City, were recently discovered.
Vietnam
On June 1, 22 dogs were discovered and promptly rescued from the home of 64-year-old Doan Van Loc in Ha Tinh Province at around 3:30am.
Music & Arts
The international Latin hit will be performed live in Vietnam this July.
Vietnam
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook . ▪ High buildings good solution for Vietnam’s urban development: experts [Tuoi Tre] ▪ City to revise plan to limit taxis [SGGP]
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Architecture
Vietnam's Vo Trong Nghia Architects are taking their expertise to Venice with another bold design that utilizes their signature bamboo materials.
Film & TV
After enduring months of vile online racism and bigotry, the Vietnamese-American actress has shut down her Instagram account.
Culture
Who would have thought that neglect and general wear and tear could result in a wonderfully weird local attraction?
Vietnam
The country wants to shift away from coal.
Vietnam
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook . ▪ HCMC’s businesses keen to export to Cuba [SGGP] ▪ HCM City Tour Guide Association launched [VietnamNet]
Roundups
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook . ▪ Viber community officially introduced in Vietnam [SGGP] ▪ HCM City raises environmental protection, parking fees [DTI]
Vietnam
Vietnam's national airline finds itself in hot water.
Development
Officials sprayed weed killer over the planned Hanoi Lotus Theater.
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Arts & Culture
If you’ve been fond of our Saigon Postcard series , you’ll come to love these wholesome illustrations by a local comic artist.