Laiday Refill Station Sells a Sustainable Lifestyle to All Saigoneers
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- Published on 23 November 2018
- Written by Michael Tatarski. Photos by Michael Tatarski.
While many individuals and businesses in Saigon are working to reduce their reliance on single-use plastics, Quyen Nguyen and Helly Tong decided to take action even further.
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks
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- Published on 23 November 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.
Morning Stories Roundup: Tropical Depression to Strengthen into Storm, Threatening South-Central Vietnam
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- Published on 23 November 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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Hẻm Gem: In D5, Spicy Phá Lấu Skewers Worth Suffering Traffic For
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- Published on 23 November 2018
- Written by An Dang. Photos by Michael Tatarski.
Saigon has a wonderful tropical climate with two seasons: dry and wet. As the cold weather approaches, chasing the blazing heat away, we all crave for some hot and steamy dishes to keep warm.
It's Official: Bánh Mì-Inspired Dress Selected As Vietnam's National Costume For Miss Universe
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- Published on 23 November 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Eschewing sequins for sliced sausage and preferring pate and cilantro to pleats or lace, the staple sandwich dress will represent the nation in next month's contest.
[Photos] Reaping the Rice Harvest in Mu Cang Chai
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- Published on 22 November 2018
- Written by Kit Humphrey. Photos by Julie Vola.
Each September, the rice fields of Mu Cang Chai turn ripe and as gold as coins, and then the back-breaking work begins.
[Photos] Soc Son's Home Among the Pines
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- Published on 22 November 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
A new house in Soc Son, outside of Hanoi, will have residents living in the trees.
Gas Tank Truck Catches On Fire, Kills 6 In Binh Phuoc
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- Published on 22 November 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Early this morning, while traveling down National Route 13, a gas tank truck crashed into a three-wheeled motorbike cart, which caused the truck to tip over and catch on fire.
Morning Stories Roundup: Green Cover Area Reduces 50 Percent in HCMC
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- Published on 22 November 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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Saigon Heat Overcome Early Butterflies, Outduel Knights in Season Debut
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- Published on 21 November 2018
- Written by Harry Hodge. Photos by Kevin Lee.
A tight game knotted 80-80, seemingly headed for overtime. The Saigon crowd is biting their nails as their two top scorers have just fouled out. And Vietnamese-American star Justin Young launches a final shot with the clock winding down.
District 1 Wants To Completely Ban Traffic on Nguyen Hue In 2020
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- Published on 21 November 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
District 1's People Committee recently sent a proposal to the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Transportation regarding traffic management for Nguyen Hue Boulevard.
[Photos] An Exploration Into Vietnam's History Through Black-and-White Portraiture
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- Published on 21 November 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
From inside aristocratic mansions to the austere fields of rural Vietnam, black-and-white portraiture has never looked so filled with life and stories.
Morning Stories Roundup: Death Toll from Nha Trang Landslides Rises to 17
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- Published on 21 November 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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[Photos] This Instagram Account Is A Visual Ode to Walls in Japan
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- Published on 20 November 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
A Japanese graphic designer finds beauty in the mundane.
44% of Male Students Have First Drink by Age 14: Study
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- Published on 20 November 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
It's no secret that many Vietnamese adults enjoy downing a few drinks from time to time, but a new study has found that the hobby is popular among youths as well, particularly males.
14 Dead Admidst Devastating Landslides in Nha Trang
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- Published on 20 November 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Flooding caused by tropical depression Toraji has destroyed homes and left residents of Khanh Hoa Province scrambling to recover and rebuild.
Morning Stories Roundup: Students May Get Days off as HCMC Braces for Tropical Depression
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- Published on 20 November 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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Vietnam Might Be Punished Next Match After Fans Set off Flares Mid-Game
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- Published on 19 November 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam's football fanatics might harm the national team's performance during the current regional tournament.
[Video] These Facial Expressions Saigoneers Make While Driving Will Brighten up Your Day
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- Published on 19 November 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
If you’ve resided in Saigon for any period of time, you’d know that the city is full of character. Beneath the apparent urban rush and reserved demeanor, Saigoneers also have a whimsical side that takes getting to know them better to witness.
Saigoneer Podcast: Vietnam's Beauty Pageant Obsession; Bad Behavior by Vietnamese Abroad
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- Published on 19 November 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Illustration by Hannah Hoang.
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