Polish-Vietnamese Student Becomes Latest Winner of MasterChef Poland
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- Published on 20 December 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Following in the footstep of the previous winner of MasterChef US Christine Ha, a Polish-Vietnamese student recently won the top prize of Poland’s version of the cooking show.
Vietjet Air Launches Direct Flight Route From Saigon to Osaka
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- Published on 20 December 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
The budget carrier also launched a Hanoi-Osaka route back in November of this year.
Morning Stories Roundup: Vietnam Joins UN Commission on International Trade Law
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- Published on 20 December 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Minh Duc.
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Vietnam To Control Antibiotics Abuse Using E-Government
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- Published on 19 December 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Will a nationwide portal help reduce antibiotics abuse?
[Photos] A Photographer's Quest to Capture Every Location in Vintage Posters of Kobe
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- Published on 19 December 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Comparing images of a geographical location across decades is nothing new, but hunting down real scenes from old paintings takes a significant amount of dedication and attention to details.
Vietnamese Man Wins Prestigious Maurice Audin Prize
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- Published on 19 December 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Professor Ngo Bao Chau is the first Vietnamese person to win what is dubbed the "Nobel prize of mathematics."
Morning Stories Roundup: HCMC to Host Flower Street for 7 Days During Tet
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- Published on 19 December 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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[Photos] Take a Trip Back In Time To Ong Lanh Bridge
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- Published on 18 December 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Believed to be built in the 19th century, Ong Lanh bridge is a name that, upon its mention, often conjures up tales and myths of Vietnamese gangsters and criminals.
Vietnam Officially Designates December 12 the Day of Pho
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- Published on 18 December 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
Vietnam has officially marked every December 12 the Day of Pho in celebration of the nation's most well-known dish.
Vietnam Considers E-Passports for Citizens in 2020
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- Published on 18 December 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
The microchip-enabled passports aim to make international departure and return easier and more secure.
Morning Stories Roundup: Hoi An Ecotourism, New Ransomware and Thieves in Drag
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- Published on 18 December 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Triet Thai.
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H'Hen Nie Is the First Vietnamese to Make Top 5 of Miss Universe
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- Published on 17 December 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
In early 2018, H'Hen Nie became the choice to represent Vietnam in this year's Miss Universe 2018 competition. She also became the first Miss Vietnam from an ethnic minority.
Overcoming a Small-Scale Mindset to Grow Startups in Vietnam
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- Published on 17 December 2018
- Written by Benjamin Bathke. Top photo by Kevin Lee.
As Vietnam's population of entrepreneurs and investors continues to grow, there is a divide between those who favor quick financial gain, and those who focus on long-term growth.
Saigoneer Podcast: Year in Review and a Look Ahead to 2019
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- Published on 17 December 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Illustration by Hannah Hoang.
It's our last episode of the year!
Coach Park Hang-Seo Dedicates $100,000 in Prize Money to Develop Vietnam Football
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- Published on 17 December 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Coach Park Hang-seo and the national team have been the recipients of many monetary prizes after achieving the gold medal for the recently concluded AFF Suzuki Cup 2018 last Saturday.
Weekend Stories Roundup: Over 100 Vehicles Impounded as Saigon Celebrates Vietnam’s AFF Victory
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- Published on 17 December 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photos by Sebastia Galbany.
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Football Fans Pull Bão All-Nighter as Vietnam Wins AFF Cup Again After 10 Years
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- Published on 16 December 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Michael Tatarski.
After an entire night of revelry, it still feels like a dream that Vietnam has once again claimed the top position in the AFF Suzuki Cup.
A Vietnamese Web Series Just Made YouTube's Top 10 Trending Videos of 2018
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- Published on 16 December 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
An episode of a Vietnamese web drama made the list alongside YouTube's most trending videos such as those of the Walmart yodeling kid, Kylie Jenner pregnancy announcement and World Cup match highlight.
A New Homegrown Ride-Hailing App Will Launch in Vietnam Next Week
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- Published on 15 December 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Be, a Vietnamese ride-hailing app, is set to enter the crowded market next week.
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks
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- Published on 14 December 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.
