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Vietnam
Tan Son Nhat International Airport has struggled with its image for a while now. Thanks to a host of problems, from passenger overcrowding to flooding issues to regular airport vehicle collisions , the southern hub is not a fun place to fly by most accounts.
Vietnam
Ahead of its December 24 opening, Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc is transporting over 200 animals from different continents to its facility, whose first phase is expected to cover 380 hectares on the island.
Development
Feast your eyes upon this massive skyscraper, dubbed Tan Tao Sky Tower (or not...more on that later), that may soon go up near the intersection of Nguyen Huu Canh and Dien Bien Phu Streets in Binh Thanh District.
Tech
Food Panda , one of the major players in Vietnam's online ordering space, has announced that it is shutting its doors this month due to a “financial situation” and “many difficulties.”
Vietnam
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram , and like us on Facebook . Ho Chi Minh City targets reduced traffic jams, flooding next year [Tuoi Tre] Vietnam's coffee premiums widen as demand picks up [AGWEEK] Vietnam promises change after asked to ease visa policy for Australian, US citizens [Thanh Nien]
![[Photos] The Ultimate Guide to Chinese Dumplings](https://media.urbanistnetwork.com/saigoneer/article-images/legacy/xnF8a9Hb.jpg)
Food Culture
From savory bowls of sủi cảo and steaming hoành thánh to the delightfully chewy há cảo dispensed by street vendors, Vietnamese have borrowed both the terminology and flavors from a wide array of Chinese dumplings.
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Saigon
Given the disrespect that some Vietnamese cops have experienced in the past, it makes sense that police refine their tactics, especially in the face of drunk and stubborn drivers.
Tech
Japan always seems to get the best stuff first – the cure for Agent Orange , rice paddy art , train cars where you can sleep off a night of sake (or cat wine ) drinking and now, 5G internet.
Travel
It’s been a while since we’ve heard from drone video maker Troy Nguyen , and for good reason. The Youtuber has spend the last few months traveling the length of Vietnam to produce this 1 hour video that lets viewers “Witness the amazeballs landscapes and sickass terrain of this magnificent land from a fresh perspective” in vivid 4k.
Development
Saigon has been working hard to revive the Hang Bang Canal with the project currently entering its third and final phase. But, like many other large-scale public infrastructure projects in the city, additional funds have been requested to clear residents from the site.
Vietnam
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram , and like us on Facebook . Ho Chi Minh City needs interconnected public transport system: Swedish official [Tuoi Tre] Famed DJ Tiesto set to perform in Ho Chi Minh City next week [Thanh Nien] EU, Vietnam sign free trade deal [Channel News Asia]
Film & TV
The awards season has officially started and for once, we welcome the razzle-dazzle that will come in the next three months, after a very dull summer, which was rescued only by independent cinema. The nominations for the Spirit Award, British Independent Awards and the European Awards are out and this week, Gotham handed out its own prizes. In December , Saigon’s alternative film venues will screen many films that are or will be part of the awards season frenzy , which will conclude with the Oscars at the end of February.
Music & Arts
As the Saigon rains yield to hot and dry weather, the time is right for the return of the Saigon Soul Pool Party.
Health
We’ve known for a while that air quality in Vietnam is less than stellar . Based on recent readings, we know for sure that breathing in Saigon is a risky proposition, but new statistics released by Yale University shows just how bad things are.
Asia
In K-pop-obsessed South Korea, a massive vinyl and music library has opened to the public, showcasing decades of eastern and western music in its beautiful three-level space.
![[Video] Inferno Tears Through District 1 Neighborhood](https://media.urbanistnetwork.com/saigoneer/article-images/legacy/a1a51Ilb.jpg)
Vietnam
A number of buildings in the heart of District 1 were destroyed on Tuesday in a massive blaze.
Development
Hanoi may be the most expensive place to live in Vietnam , but commercial rent in downtown Saigon ranks amongst the most expensive in the world, according to recent statistics compiled by commercial property and real estate consultants Cushman & Wakefield (C&W).
Vietnam
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram , and like us on Facebook . HCMC tax office seeks inspection into Coca-Cola Vietnam [Thanh Nien] Vietnam Dong Falls Toward Trading Limit as Importers Buy Dollars [Bloomberg] Vietnam commits $1mn contribution to global effort to cope with climate change [Tuoi Tre]
Architecture
Facebook has proven to be a capable tool for those looking to raise awareness for the preservation of Saigon's historic buildings.
Asia
Times are tough in the Chinese real estate market. After years of enthusiastic development, many housing complexes sit empty on the city limits of smaller urban areas in the country's western region, having failed to transform into the luxury housing hubs for which their developers had so sorely hoped.
Development
Last month, we all groaned in collective agony when we discovered that nearly 900 new vehicles are registered in Saigon everyday .
Food Culture
Has anyone ever judged you for slurping ( húp ) your noodles? Well, Vietnam Coracle has come up with a list of six reasons why you shouldn’t be ashamed for showing an elevated understanding of soup intake.
Development
The days of a pristine Phu Quoc are long gone. Its coral reefs are dying ; the island is starting to clear forests and farms to accommodate an ambitious master plan for 2030 ; and untreated waste is being deposited into its waters . While there’s no stemming the tide of development, it looks like local authorities are at least committed on taking on the latter problem.
Development
Given the expenditure often required to build out a well-designed home, most of those featured on Saigoneer are anything but modest. That’s why we were particularly stoked to come across this small but beautiful house nestled in a small Tan Binh District alley.
