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Nearly Gone But Not Forgotten: 213 Dong Khoi

Development

Nearly Gone But Not Forgotten: 213 Dong Khoi

The magnificent art deco apartment building at 213 Dong Khoi has nearly been reduced to a pile of rubble to make way for a 14-story City Administration Center.

Brian LetwinMay 12, 2014
Event Rewind: The Saigon Projects 5 Year Anniversary Party

Music & Arts

Event Rewind: The Saigon Projects 5 Year Anniversary Party

There may have been a mixture of complexions and languages, but the crowd at The Saigon Projects 5 year anniversary party shared one love for the growth of graffiti art and underground hiphop in Vietnam.

DDang Bui
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May 12, 2014
It's Harder Than You Think to Find Safe Produce in Vietnam

Health

It's Harder Than You Think to Find Safe Produce in Vietnam

Mind the VietGAP. According to a recent report in The Guardian , Vietnam’s sole safety certification mechanism is at best ineffective and, at worst, pulling the wool over the eyes of Vietnamese consumers seeking safe produce.

Brian LetwinMay 12, 2014
Thailand Amends Controversial Border Procedures for Vietnamese Tourists

Travel

Thailand Amends Controversial Border Procedures for Vietnamese Tourists

After public outcry from Vietnamese tourists and tourism officials, Thai customs authorities have announced that they will amend “offensive” signage and procedures requiring proof of funds at the Poipet border gate between Cambodia and Thailand, reports Tuoi Tre .

Brian LetwinMay 12, 2014
Weekend News Roundup: Second McDonald’s Vietnam Restaurant Complete

Vietnam

Weekend News Roundup: Second McDonald’s Vietnam Restaurant Complete

Second McDonald’s Vietnam restaurant complete [VietNamNet] Obama sends Vietnam nuclear deal to Congress [Times of India] Vietnam’s southern province holds int’l kite festival [Tuoi Tre]

SaigoneerMay 12, 2014
Old Pictures of Saigon's Canals

Saigon

Old Pictures of Saigon's Canals

Canals used to serve as the Saigon's main commercial highway, connecting the city to the Saigon river and in turn the web of rivers that traverse Vietnam.

Brian LetwinMay 9, 2014
Sustainable Home Design for Vietnam's Low-Income Earners

Development

Sustainable Home Design for Vietnam's Low-Income Earners

It’s all about the green. Earlier this week we looked at a sustainability-focused kindergarten by Vo Trong Nghia Architects . While that project seeks to educate Vietnam’s youth, in the same compound, the firm built prototypes of low-cost housing for residents in the Mekong Delta.

Brian LetwinMay 9, 2014
Brew Nation: Vietnamese Consume 3bln Liters of Beer Each Year

Health

Brew Nation: Vietnamese Consume 3bln Liters of Beer Each Year

While some raised doubts about a WTO report that found Vietnamese women outdrink Russian (and Vietnamese) men , there’s no question that Vietnam is a country that loves its beer. So much so in fact, that domestic production cannot keep up with demand, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade.

Brian LetwinMay 9, 2014
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Street Cred: Vo Thi Sau

Saigon

Street Cred: Vo Thi Sau

Life, like the streets and alleys of Saigon, certainly has its fair share of twists and turns. One moment, you’re comfortably cruising down one direction, and suddenly, you encounter a detour. You try your best to navigate down an unknown path, guessing, turning— hoping —to get back on track.

VVinhMay 9, 2014
Vietnam's Fading Black Smile

Culture

Vietnam's Fading Black Smile

Contrasting black and white is not a modern aesthetic. For a long time, it was a standard of grace for Vietnamese women for whom traditional beauty was judged by “white skin, black teeth.”

DDang BuiMay 9, 2014
Made in Vietnam: Electric Chopper Bicycles

Culture

Made in Vietnam: Electric Chopper Bicycles

Looking to step up your bicycle game? Two mechanics in Nam Dinh Province have made their own electric chopper bicycle and the final product could only be described as baller.

Brian LetwinMay 9, 2014
Morning News Roundup: Vietnamese Tycoons Lost Over $85 million Yesterday Morning

Vietnam

Morning News Roundup: Vietnamese Tycoons Lost Over $85 million Yesterday Morning

Japanese expert to manage Vietnam national football team [Nhan Dan] Vietnam launches ‘golden spoon’ contest to promote tourism via cuisine [Tuoi Tre] World Bank approves $106mn credit for Vietnam’s health sector [Tuoi Tre]

SaigoneerMay 9, 2014
Fashion Show: A Midsummer Night's Dream @ OMG

Culture

Fashion Show: A Midsummer Night's Dream @ OMG

This Thursday, Studio co will host a new fashion show - A Midsummer Night's Dream- featuring garments, jewellery and accessorise from its multi-cultural group of creative minds including La Fiancée du facteur, Oui, Mademoiselle A. Elôise in Saigon, Ayano Otani, Meyrius and NUA.

SaigoneerMay 8, 2014
deciBel 2 Year Anniversary Party

Culture

deciBel 2 Year Anniversary Party

It's finally time to celebrate our 2 years anniversary. 2 years of Music, Art, Cinema, drunk dance moves, yummy food and freaky meetings. deciBel wants to thank you guys for making this bar so awesome.

SaigoneerMay 8, 2014
39 New Caves Discovered in Phong Nha- Ke Bang National Park

Vietnam

39 New Caves Discovered in Phong Nha- Ke Bang National Park

After discovering Son Doong, the world’s largest known cave in Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park 5 years ago, a team of researchers has been scouring the area, measuring, charting and photographing 39 new caverns.

Brian LetwinMay 8, 2014
Vietnamese Stocks See Biggest Drop in 13 Years as East Sea Dispute Intensifies

Vietnam

Vietnamese Stocks See Biggest Drop in 13 Years as East Sea Dispute Intensifies

By now, you’re probably aware that Vietnam and China are locking horns over a Chinese oil rig which Hanoi says constitutes a gross intrusion into the Vietnam’s territorial waters. As tensions heat up with reports of force being used against Vietnamese ships, today, the Vietnam index saw its largest 1 day drop in 13 years, reports Reuters .

Brian LetwinMay 8, 2014
Saigon Urban Legends: The Ghost of the Fine Arts Museum

Culture

Saigon Urban Legends: The Ghost of the Fine Arts Museum

The Ho Chi Minh Fine Arts Museum, an ornate, colonial-era building at 97 Pho Duc Chinh, District 1 stands elegantly and quietly in the less-traveled area of District 1. Beyond housing some of the country’s best examples of woodcut paintings and Cham kingdom relics, the building seems to be cloaked in mystery, originating with its 1920s owner.

DDang BuiMay 8, 2014
[Video] Stressed? Why Not Try Some Laughing Yoga?

Sports

[Video] Stressed? Why Not Try Some Laughing Yoga?

There’s a famous phrase, “Laughter is the best medicine.” A group of Hanoians are putting this to the test and mixing it with another highly-touted health booster – yoga.

SaigoneerMay 8, 2014
Vietnam Set to Overtake China as World’s Counterfeit Goods Capital

Development

Vietnam Set to Overtake China as World’s Counterfeit Goods Capital

Due to rising labor costs in China, many counterfeit goods manufacturers are moving their operations to Vietnam. As the country becomes increasingly intertwined with the global economy via free trade agreements, authorities are hoping to stave off the trend, but so far have had little success.

Brian LetwinMay 8, 2014
Morning News Roundup: Toyota to Recall 43,000 Cars in Vietnam

Vietnam

Morning News Roundup: Toyota to Recall 43,000 Cars in Vietnam

Toyota to recall 43,000 cars in Vietnam [SGGP] 39 new caves found in Vietnam’s Phong Nha-Ke Bang Park [Thanh Nien] Cluster bomb kills farmer in central Vietnam [Thanh Nien]

SaigoneerMay 8, 2014
Teaser: Meet the Nguyễn's - Part 2

Culture

Teaser: Meet the Nguyễn's - Part 2

After moving to Vietnam, Richie Humphrey, in an attempt to improve his Vietnamese, started a video blog where he posted short, comedic videos. Last year, the Los Angeles, California native released a video called Meet the Nguyễn's , a play on the American film, Meet the Fockers .

Brian LetwinMay 7, 2014
Vietnamese Tourists Furious About Thai Customs Procedures

Travel

Vietnamese Tourists Furious About Thai Customs Procedures

At the border gate between Cambodia and Thailand, Vietnamese nationals are required to take photos holding at least $700 in cash. Many Vietnamese said that the procedure made them feel like criminals.

SaigoneerMay 7, 2014
Book Box Vietnam: Encouraging People to Spread and Share the Written Word

Literature

Book Box Vietnam: Encouraging People to Spread and Share the Written Word

Inspired by the Little Free Library project, a group of young Saigon residents has launched a book exchange project called Book Box – placing little boxes of free books in public places.

DDang BuiMay 7, 2014
Green Roofed Kindergarten in Dong Nai Teaches Children How to Save the World

Food Culture

Green Roofed Kindergarten in Dong Nai Teaches Children How to Save the World

Vietnam’s rock star Vo Trong Nghia Architects took a break from designing award-winning homes to build something infinitely more special - a large kindergarden which allows children to understand the importance of sustainable farming, design and how to nurture a healthy relationship with the natural world.

SaigoneerMay 7, 2014
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