Doan Ngoc Hai Was Assigned a New Role. He Accepted, Then Resigned.
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- Published on 06 June 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
During his time as Vice Chairman of District 1’s People’s Committee, Doan Ngoc Hai attracted attention with any project he undertook, from catching stray dogs to chastising illegal anglers. Though Hai’s work was controversial, to say the least, he’s still without a doubt the most memorable local public figure in recent years.
Da Nang Authorities Urged to Approve 3rd Terminal for City Airport
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- Published on 06 June 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
In 2018, the Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) proposed building another terminal at Da Nang International Airport in order to meet the airport's future capacity demands.
Morning Stories Roundup: Vietnam Beats Thailand 1-0 at King's Cup
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- Published on 06 June 2019
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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The Startup That's Bringing Abandoned Bikes to Burmese Children
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- Published on 05 June 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
As ofo and oBike bumble towards bankruptcy, thousands of bicycles are finding their way to poor communities in Myanmar.
Review: 'The Third Wife' Champions Silenced Women, Then Falls Victim to Silencing
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- Published on 05 June 2019
- Written by Khoi Pham.
Rarely has there been a Vietnamese film that ignited such impassioned, polarizing responses from the public. During its four days in theaters, The Third Wife awed, inspired, saddened, charmed, flustered, inflamed and enraged its audience (and non-audience) like never before.
Quy Nhon to Relocate 3 Hotels to Make Room for Public Beach
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- Published on 05 June 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
Other high-rise buildings on the east side of An Duong Vuong and Xuan Dieu streets along Quy Nhon's waterfront are also being moved in the near future.
[Photos] The Hustle and Bustle of Maritime Life in 1995 Quang Ninh
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- Published on 05 June 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
Just around 150 kilometers east of Hanoi, Quang Ninh Province is home to the world-famous heritage site Ha Long Bay and Vietnam’s largest coal reserves.
Morning Stories Roundup: HCMC Attracts $2.77bn in FDI in 5 Months
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- Published on 05 June 2019
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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National Assembly Votes Against Bill That Would Ban Selling Alcohol After 10pm
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- Published on 04 June 2019
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Citing impracticality of enforcement and negative effects on tourism, the parliament has rejected a bill proposed by the Ministry of Health to place a curfew on alcohol sales.
[Photos] Step Inside Vietnam's First Fish Sauce Museum
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- Published on 04 June 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam’s extended coastline has bestowed local fishing communities with great access to seafood, giving rise to a plethora of craft villages across the country that lionize marine produce. Perhaps the most well-known of these are fish sauce-making villages in Phan Thiet along the central coast and on Phu Quoc Island.
[Video] Watch the Impressive Trailer of Nguyen Dynasty Historical Drama 'Phuong Khau'
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- Published on 04 June 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
Phuong Khau is an original series set during the Nguyen dynasty, chronicling the life of Empress Dowager Tu Du, the mother of Emperor Tu Duc.
Morning Stories Roundup: Litter Classification in HCMC Proves Ineffective
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- Published on 04 June 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
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5 International Artists of Vietnamese Descent to Add to Your Playlist Now
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- Published on 03 June 2019
- Written by Thuc Dang. Graphic by Hannah Hoang.
Although both V-pop and Vietnam's independent scene are on the rise, leading to many interesting conversations about where Vietnamese music is heading, on this playlist we want to instead focus on some international artists who happen to be of Vietnamese ancestry.
Vietnam's Homestay Boom Brings About Both Promise and Perils
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- Published on 03 June 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
As tourism booms, people across the nation are transforming their homes into rentable accommodation, a potentially lucrative but also risky endeavor.
Saigoneer Podcast: 'The Third Wife' Controversy and Vietnam's Protein Consumption
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- Published on 03 June 2019
- Written by Saigoneer. Illustration by Hannah Hoang.
The latest Saigoneer Podcast episode is available now!
Delayed Site Clearance, Compensation Stall Saigon Flood-Prevention Projects
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- Published on 03 June 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
There are currently four clusters of flood-prevention projects underway in Saigon, all of which are still struggling to move forward with the process of land acquisition.
Weekend Stories Roundup: Da Nang Bus, Hanoi Food Festival and Student Hackers
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- Published on 03 June 2019
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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Connectivity Is Key to Ethnic Minority Development, World Bank Report Shows
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- Published on 02 June 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
A new research project by World Bank looks at the socio-economic performance of seven ethnicities in Vietnam including San Diu, Muong, Khmer, Xo Dang, Kho Mu and Mong.
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks
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- Published on 31 May 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.
[Video] Wheels of Steel: Tearing Across Saigon on Japanese Fixies
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- Published on 31 May 2019
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
Just 10 years ago, the fixed-gear bike was an unfamiliar concept in Vietnam; now, there’s a thriving community of riders here in Saigon with enthusiasts from all walks of life.
