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Vietnamese American Stabs And Kills Man For “Vulgar Gaze”

Vietnam

Vietnamese American Stabs And Kills Man For “Vulgar Gaze”

On Sunday, police arrested a Vietnamese American in Hue for allegedly killing another bar patron for looking at him the wrong way.

SaigoneerMar 9, 2015
The 10 Tallest Buildings In Vietnam

Development

The 10 Tallest Buildings In Vietnam

After hearing that Hanoi is planning to build the world’s largest broadcast tower , it got us wondering – what are the tallest buildings in Vietnam?

SaigoneerMar 9, 2015
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Weekend News Roundup: Two Vietnamese Indicted In One Of Largest Data Breaches In US

Vietnam

Weekend News Roundup: Two Vietnamese Indicted In One Of Largest Data Breaches In US

Spring festivals become a burden on local communities [Vietnam Net] Businesses anxious about higher petrol, electricity prices [Vietnam Net] Vietnam attends UN debate on human rights, climate change [Nhan Dan]

SaigoneerMar 9, 2015
Saigoneer Sunday Rewind

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Saigoneer Sunday Rewind

Saigoneer's staff highlights their favorite articles from the past week.

SaigoneerMar 8, 2015
Launching Event: “Hà Nội: CAPITAL City” & TP. Hồ Chí Minh: MEGA City" Photo Books

Development

Launching Event: “Hà Nội: CAPITAL City” & TP. Hồ Chí Minh: MEGA City" Photo Books

Following the successful release of their photo book which chronicled urban development in Ho Chi Minh City last year, Michael Waibel and Henning Hilbert are back with a similar endeavor, this time focusing on the Vietnamese capital – “Hà Nội: CAPITAL City.” At the same time they will present about the second updated edition of the photo book "TP. Hồ Chí Minh: MEGA City", this time in a more portable format.

SaigoneerMar 7, 2015
Saigoneer Getaways: The Melting Pot Of The Philippines

Travel

Saigoneer Getaways: The Melting Pot Of The Philippines

Over the Tet holiday, our photographer, Lee Starnes, tried to capture the melting pot of the Philippines. Traveling to Palawan, Bohol, and Southern Luzon, the remnants of Spanish and American colonization mixed with distinctly Asian tradition made for a unique experience.

Lee StarnesMar 6, 2015
International Arrivals To Vietnam Drop For Ninth Consecutive Month

Travel

International Arrivals To Vietnam Drop For Ninth Consecutive Month

Based on data released by the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT), Vietnam has experienced a precipitous fall in tourist numbers for the ninth straight month.

SaigoneerMar 6, 2015
Lotte, Japanese Firms Partner up on $2bn Eco Smart City in D2

Development

Lotte, Japanese Firms Partner up on $2bn Eco Smart City in D2

Perhaps the development of Thu Thiem is finally underway with the announcement that South Korean multinational Lotte will team up with two Japanese developers on a US$2 billion mega project in the peninsula across from District 1.

SaigoneerMar 6, 2015
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Fake Fanpages Of Vietnamese Politicians Flood Facebook

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Fake Fanpages Of Vietnamese Politicians Flood Facebook

As some Vietnamese politicians embrace Facebook, others have been a bit slower to adopt it. However, many in the latter group are already represented on the social network with fake Fanpages.

SaigoneerMar 6, 2015
Morning News Roundup: Authorities Look For Rare Animal Famous On Facebook, Unsure What It Is

Vietnam

Morning News Roundup: Authorities Look For Rare Animal Famous On Facebook, Unsure What It Is

Hai Phong turns green with electric-bus project [Vietnam Net] Economy starts year ‘all guns blazing’ [Voice of Vietnam] HCMC moves to improve business environment for foreign firms [SGGP]

SaigoneerMar 6, 2015
[Photos] Check Out Vietnam Airlines’ New Star Trek-like Uniforms

Travel

[Photos] Check Out Vietnam Airlines’ New Star Trek-like Uniforms

For the first time in 15 years, Vietnam Airlines has unveiled a set of new uniforms for its pilots and cabin crews.

SaigoneerMar 5, 2015
US$450 Million Allocated To Clean Up Saigon’s Nhieu Loc – Thi Nghe Canal

Saigon

US$450 Million Allocated To Clean Up Saigon’s Nhieu Loc – Thi Nghe Canal

Saigon’s most important canal is set to clean up its act with a new round of funding.

SaigoneerMar 5, 2015
An Illustrated Guide To Vietnamese Slang: Part 1

Culture

An Illustrated Guide To Vietnamese Slang: Part 1

We’re back with another series of illustrated Vietnamese slang.

DDang BuiMar 5, 2015
[Photos] Inside The Pages Of “Saigon Roundup”

Heritage

[Photos] Inside The Pages Of “Saigon Roundup”

Saigon Roundup was a weekly, English-language digest and advertising magazine published by International Publicity Agent during the 1960s. While its pages may not hold particularly stellar examples of journalism, its articles and advertisements serve as interesting cultural artifacts.

SaigoneerMar 5, 2015
Suboi, Tim Doling To Headline CNNGo Episode Featuring Saigon

Saigon

Suboi, Tim Doling To Headline CNNGo Episode Featuring Saigon

Saigon will be featured in the next episode of CNNGo , a monthly travel show that seeks to provide an inside look at Asia’s most dynamic cities.

SaigoneerMar 5, 2015
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Government Wants Violent Festivals, Traditions Gone

Vietnam

Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Government Wants Violent Festivals, Traditions Gone

Vietnam Airlines sale of shares could reap VND6.3 trillion [Vietnam Net] Science minister takes notice of submarines made by amateurs [Vietnam Net] Unusual outbreak of dengue fever kills 3, infects thousands in Vietnam [Thanh Nien]

SaigoneerMar 5, 2015
40 Beautiful Vintage Japanese Postcards

Asia

40 Beautiful Vintage Japanese Postcards

The early decades of the twentieth century brought about rapid transformations to countries across the globe. Japan was no exception as it morphed from an agricultural economy to an international industrial power following the Meiji Restoration and Russo-Japanese War (1904-1905).

SaigoneerMar 4, 2015
[Video] Marou Chocolate's Nifty Stop Motion Commercial

Music & Arts

[Video] Marou Chocolate's Nifty Stop Motion Commercial

Director Tom Jobbins and a team of animators, 3D model designers and colorists worked painstakingly on this playful 30-second spot to show the abridged story of how Vincient Marou and Samuel Maruta became chocolatiers in Vietnam.

SaigoneerMar 4, 2015
World’s Tallest Broadcasting Tower To Be Built In Hanoi

Development

World’s Tallest Broadcasting Tower To Be Built In Hanoi

Plans are in the works for what will be by far the tallest structure in Vietnam.

SaigoneerMar 4, 2015
March Movies At Saigon’s Alternative Film Venues

Film & TV

March Movies At Saigon’s Alternative Film Venues

This month’s film programme is packed with films that address socio-political issues including gay rights, civil rights and freedom of speech. If that’s not your cup of tea, you have the opportunity to take in some light-hearted options with the 2015 Oscar Winner for Best Picture and the adventures of the most beloved archaeologist in cinematic history.

ZZelda RudzitskyMar 4, 2015
Cleanup Of Vung Tau’s Oil-Covered Beaches Underway

Vietnam

Cleanup Of Vung Tau’s Oil-Covered Beaches Underway

While Vung Tau is an attractive getaway spot for Saigon residents and tourists, oil-covered beaches have long been a sticking point for would-be visitors. The situation has been particularly bad over recent days, as black tides of oil have hit the city’s beaches in what is becoming a common occurrence.

SaigoneerMar 4, 2015
Morning News Roundup: First Vietnamese Model To Appear On Vogue Italy

Vietnam

Morning News Roundup: First Vietnamese Model To Appear On Vogue Italy

Foreigners to receive VAT refund at Phu Quoc international airport [Nhan Dan] New rural program narrows rural, urban income gap [SGGP] HCM City students ask for more lively history lessons [DTI]

SaigoneerMar 4, 2015
The Best Cultural Happenings In The Year Of The Horse

Music & Arts

The Best Cultural Happenings In The Year Of The Horse

As we say goodbye to the year of the Horse, our editorial team looks back at the increasingly expanding cultural scene in Saigon and beyond. From theatre to art exhibitions, these are, in no particular order, the acts that caught our attention.

ZZelda RudzitskyMar 3, 2015
Microsoft To Move 2 Nokia Factories From China To Vietnam For Lower Labor Costs

Tech

Microsoft To Move 2 Nokia Factories From China To Vietnam For Lower Labor Costs

It looks like Vietnam’s master plan to lure global tech companies is panning out with the announcement last week that Microsoft is closing two of its handset plants in China and moving operations to Vietnam.

SaigoneerMar 3, 2015
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