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2 Buildings in Vietnam Win Dezeen's Urban, Rural House of the Year

Architecture

2 Buildings in Vietnam Win Dezeen's Urban, Rural House of the Year

A Quang Ngai home with a garden-rich roof and an eco-conscious Da Nang dwelling both snagged 2020 Deezen Awards.

SaigoneerNov 30, 2020
Weekend Stories: Vietnam Climbs FIFA Rankings, Inflation Cools and Large War-era Bomb Uncovered in Hanoi

Roundups

Weekend Stories: Vietnam Climbs FIFA Rankings, Inflation Cools and Large War-era Bomb Uncovered in Hanoi

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.

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SaigoneerNov 30, 2020
How Much Would a Trip on Saigon's Future Metro Line 1 Cost?

Saigon

How Much Would a Trip on Saigon's Future Metro Line 1 Cost?

With a train ticketing system that’s a decade old, riders on Saigon’s Metro Line 1 might face inconvenience even before even setting foot on the subway.

SaigoneerNov 29, 2020
Morning Stories: Taiwan-VN Flights Resume, VN to Curb Misuse of Antibiotics and New UNESCO Geopark

Roundups

Morning Stories: Taiwan-VN Flights Resume, VN to Curb Misuse of Antibiotics and New UNESCO Geopark

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.

SaigoneerNov 27, 2020
Major Apple Supplier to Divert iPad, MacBook Production From China to Vietnam

Tech

Major Apple Supplier to Divert iPad, MacBook Production From China to Vietnam

The move comes amid major production shifts from China to Vietnam over the last two years.

SaigoneerNov 27, 2020
[Photos] Black-and-White Shots of Hanoi Street Scenes From 1940

Hanoi

[Photos] Black-and-White Shots of Hanoi Street Scenes From 1940

For thousands of years, streets have served a multitude of purposes.

SaigoneerNov 26, 2020
Phu Quoc Arrests Local Man for Repeatedly Destroying Forest in National Park

Environment

Phu Quoc Arrests Local Man for Repeatedly Destroying Forest in National Park

Despite previous warnings, the man repeatedly committed major acts of deforestation over the span of more than a decade.

SaigoneerNov 26, 2020
Turtle Lake to Become Pedestrian Area, Nguyen Thuong Hien to Turn Into 'Snack Street,' D3 Says

Saigon

Turtle Lake to Become Pedestrian Area, Nguyen Thuong Hien to Turn Into 'Snack Street,' D3 Says

Known among Saigoneers as havens for bánh tráng trộn , two areas in District 3 are being transformed into the district’s first pedestrian-only areas.

SaigoneerNov 26, 2020
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Morning Stories: Rise in Retirement Age, 5G Launch and Vingroup Scholarships

Roundups

Morning Stories: Rise in Retirement Age, 5G Launch and Vingroup Scholarships

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.

SaigoneerNov 26, 2020
Gin on 8 Shares it’s Graceful Indochine Story

Eat & Drink Partner

Gin on 8 Shares it’s Graceful Indochine Story

“MIA is luxurious, MIA is glamorous, MIA is a graceful woman” explains General Manager Linton Borthwick, and therefore, the boutique hotel’s elegant rooftop bar contains sleek touches of femininity.

SaigoneerNov 25, 2020
Vietnamese Insect Protein Startup Cricket One Gets 7-Figure Funding

Environment

Vietnamese Insect Protein Startup Cricket One Gets 7-Figure Funding

That's a lot of crickets!

SaigoneerNov 25, 2020
Morning Stories: Vietnam Retains Cashew Throne, Fuel Tax Cut Extension and Bus-Only Lanes for Hanoi

Roundups

Morning Stories: Vietnam Retains Cashew Throne, Fuel Tax Cut Extension and Bus-Only Lanes for Hanoi

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.

SaigoneerNov 25, 2020
Foreign Man Fined VND200,000 for Harassing Vietnamese Woman in Elevator

Saigon

Foreign Man Fined VND200,000 for Harassing Vietnamese Woman in Elevator

It is the latest incident of sexual harassment to ignite social media in Vietnam.

SaigoneerNov 24, 2020
Higher Fee, Worse Pickup Location at Airport Draw Ire of Passengers, Rideshare Drivers

Saigon

Higher Fee, Worse Pickup Location at Airport Draw Ire of Passengers, Rideshare Drivers

While aiming to reduce congestion at the domestic terminal, a new lane designation policy imposed by the Tan Son Nhat administration has created new inconveniences.

SaigoneerNov 24, 2020
Morning Stories: Louis Vuitton Opens in Hanoi, Stocks Climb and Phu Quoc Arrivals Hit 3m

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Morning Stories: Louis Vuitton Opens in Hanoi, Stocks Climb and Phu Quoc Arrivals Hit 3m

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.

SaigoneerNov 24, 2020
Vietnam's English Proficiency Ranking Falls 13 Places in 2020, EF Report Says

Vietnam

Vietnam's English Proficiency Ranking Falls 13 Places in 2020, EF Report Says

Vietnam's English-language proficiency is getting worse, according to a new report.

SaigoneerNov 23, 2020
Weekend Stories: Mercedes Recall, Grab Dominates VN Market and Halong Marathon

Roundups

Weekend Stories: Mercedes Recall, Grab Dominates VN Market and Halong Marathon

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.

SaigoneerNov 23, 2020
Vietnam Discards 46% More Trash Last Year Compared to 2010: Report

Environment

Vietnam Discards 46% More Trash Last Year Compared to 2010: Report

Something smells.

SaigoneerNov 20, 2020
Morning Stories: Ministry Adopts Blockchain, G20 Summit and 5G Hanoi Launch

Roundups

Morning Stories: Ministry Adopts Blockchain, G20 Summit and 5G Hanoi Launch

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.

SaigoneerNov 20, 2020
Saigon to Host Major Street Art Festival Next Year

Music & Arts

Saigon to Host Major Street Art Festival Next Year

Saigon is banking on the festival's success to draw international visitors back to the city after the COVID-10 pandemic subsides next year.

SaigoneerNov 19, 2020
[Photos] An Aerial View of Viettel's Futuristic New Headquarters in Cau Giay

Architecture

[Photos] An Aerial View of Viettel's Futuristic New Headquarters in Cau Giay

The telecommunication giant's new offices place sustainability at the forefront of its design.

SaigoneerNov 19, 2020
[Video] 'Lão Hạc' Movie Adaptation Releases Trailer, to Hit Theaters Next Year

Film & TV

[Video] 'Lão Hạc' Movie Adaptation Releases Trailer, to Hit Theaters Next Year

The movie is among a handful of Vietnamese features that have a dog in a starring role.

SaigoneerNov 19, 2020
Morning Stories: VN Axes Household Registration Books, English Proficiency Drops and AIDS Treatment Success

Roundups

Morning Stories: VN Axes Household Registration Books, English Proficiency Drops and AIDS Treatment Success

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.

SaigoneerNov 19, 2020
Vietnam Approves $520m Package to Rescue Cash-Strapped Vietnam Airlines

Vietnam

Vietnam Approves $520m Package to Rescue Cash-Strapped Vietnam Airlines

Vietnam Airlines still has to produce a thorough restructuring strategy, but its financial situation will not be as tight as during the worst months of the pandemic.

SaigoneerNov 18, 2020
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