'Deviate' by Tran Thi NgH
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- Published on 04 August 2019
- Written by Paul Christiansen and Thi Nguyen. Illustration by Hannah Hoang.
The interplay between lust and creativity, origins of capricious desires and the relationship between art and artist: 'Deviate,' by Vietnamese-writer Tran Thi NgH explores a multitude of themes and subjects with strikingly original language reliant on familiar idioms, inventive phrasings and obscure terms from science and anatomy. Originally published in Vietnamese in the collection Ac Tinh, we translated it into English with the help of the author. It includes her original paintings as well. Read in full below:
Saturday Night @ Lush
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- Published on 03 August 2019
- Written by Vu
Weekends aren't complete without a fun night out at Lush
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks
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- Published on 02 August 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.
Hẻm Gems: An Ancient Chinese Meat Sandwich, 3,000km Away From Home
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- Published on 02 August 2019
- Written by Mervin Lee. Photos by Mervin Lee.
In the landlocked Chinese city of Xian, the legendary Terracotta Army of more than 8,000 soldiers with distinct facial features, weapons, chariots and horses finds their eternal home. This article, however, has very little to do with China’s rulers or dynastic history. Almost 3,000 kilometers away, one of Xian’s most popular street snacks has somehow found itself reborn in Saigon.
Drunk Man Fined VND10m for Groping Female Passenger, Attendant on VNA Flight
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- Published on 02 August 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
On the afternoon of July 26, a male passenger was removed from flight VN253 from Hanoi to Saigon for inappropriate behaviors.
Morning Stories Roundup: Vietnamese Enterprises Struggle to Protect Trademarks
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- Published on 02 August 2019
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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HCMC Approves Project to Reduce Congestion at Nguyen Van Linh-Nguyen Huu Tho Crossroad
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- Published on 01 August 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
The total cost for the project is VND830 billion (US$35.4 million).
Toddler Hospitalized with Poisoning After Parents Fed Him Rhino Horn Powder
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- Published on 01 August 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
Folk medicine still plays a major role in daily Vietnamese life, but inappropriate usage of these ingredients can create serious consequences.
Bronze Cannon Discovered in Da Nang Is of Dutch Origin, Researchers Say
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- Published on 01 August 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
First discovered in May, researchers announced on Monday that the military device came from the Netherlands and was likely owned by the Nguyen Dynasty.
Morning Stories Roundup: Controversy Raised Over HCMC Bus Lane Plan
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- Published on 01 August 2019
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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The Transformation of Saigon Through the Eyes of Ride-Hailing App Drivers
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- Published on 31 July 2019
- Written by Andrew Stafford. Photos by Kevin Lee.
Saigon is well-accustomed to change. Having once been part of the ancient Cham empire, ruled by the Nguyen Lords and occupied by the French, Saigon is a city with a rich, compelling history. These varied experiences have helped shape and define the city's heritage. But in an era of development and globalization, many believe Saigon's heritage is under threat.
This Set of Rare 20th-Century Đông Hồ Paintings Depicts a Society in Flux
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- Published on 31 July 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
The well-known woodcut folk paintings have always offered unique insights into the times during which they were produced.
Saigon to Remove Single-Use Plastic Items in Government Agencies
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- Published on 31 July 2019
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brian Letwin.
Saigon authorities are moving forward with measures to minimize plastic usage in government functions.
Morning Stories Roundup: Wildlife Crime Challenges Vietnam’s Tiger Conservation Efforts
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- Published on 31 July 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
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Tiny Giant on New EP ‘Flying Mouse’ and Bringing Light Into Hanoi’s Greyness
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- Published on 30 July 2019
- Written by Bex Hughes. Top photo courtesy of Tiny Giant.
The Hanoi duo’s debut release is so strong you’ll want to shout their name from the rooftops.
[Photos] Memories of 1966 Saigon in 11 Film Photos
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- Published on 30 July 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
Have you ever wondered why a fascination about old images is encoded in our blood? Tattered family albums, tiny Polaroid shots, a roll of undeveloped film — these have great potential to surprise us with vivid reminders of how quickly things change and how transient the subjects of our past were.
Nat Geo Names 2 Pagodas in Vietnam Among World's 20 Most Beautiful Temples
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- Published on 30 July 2019
- Written by Saigoneer. Top photo by Raffie Malec.
The list also includes landmarks from other Southeast Asian countries such as Cambodia, Myanmar, Thailand and Laos.
Bangkok Imposes Heavier Fine on Motorbikes Driving on Sidewalk
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- Published on 30 July 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
Bangkok's city government has doubled the THB2,000 (US$65) fine for motorcyclists driving on sidewalks starting August 1.
Morning Stories Roundup: HCMC Takes Steps to Reduce Pollution in Canal Network
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- Published on 30 July 2019
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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Amid Booming Investment, Pollution Elevates Cancer Rates in Vietnam's Villages
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- Published on 29 July 2019
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Chris Humphrey.
While Vietnam's rural areas continue to develop, expand and economically prosper, their environmental conditions have not necessarily improved.
