A Bánh Mì-Inspired Dress Might Be Vietnam's National Costume for Miss Universe
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- Published on 24 October 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
If the bánh mì dress wins the popular vote, Vietnam might have a legitimate shot at claiming the top prize at this year’s upcoming Miss Universe.
Morning Stories Roundup: Vietnam Targets 6.6-6.8% GDP Growth in 2019
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- Published on 24 October 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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[Photos] Relish this Rare 1894 Edition of 'Truyen Kieu' Through World Digital Library
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- Published on 23 October 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
The World Digital Library allows people around the world to see high-resolution scans of the 1894 edition of The Tale of Kieu, annotated by Paul Pelliot, the famous French Sinologist, who bought the manuscript in 1929.
BBQ & Beer On The Lawn @ Q.itchen
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- Published on 23 October 2018
- Written by Vu
Beer & BBQ on the lawn, a one-of-a-kind outdoor party featuring same of the best craft beers in Saigon and BBQ food created by Q.itchen Factory.
[Photos] An Oddly Shaped Lot Presents a Creative Challenge for Local Architects
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- Published on 23 October 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
The house, named Hoa House, rests on an irregular parcel of land formed by two square lots unevenly placed next to each other.
Inebriated Saigon Driver Rams BMW Into Motorbikes, Killing One and Injuring 7 Others
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- Published on 23 October 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
While most Saigoneers were sound asleep on Sunday night, a tragic accident occurred near the Hang Xanh Intersection in Binh Thanh District, killing one and injuring others.
Morning Stories Roundup: Japan Becomes Vietnam’s Leading Economic Partner
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- Published on 23 October 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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Residents Living Inside Hue Imperial City to Be Relocated Next Year
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- Published on 22 October 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
When finished, the relocation will be the biggest migration in the history of the Hue Imperial City.
Ladies Night @ Lush
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- Published on 22 October 2018
- Written by Vu
Boogie on down to Lush and #letshavesomefun.
Saturday Night @ Lush
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- Published on 22 October 2018
- Written by Vu
End your week with the best party vibe in Saigon.
Ladies Night @ Lush
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- Published on 22 October 2018
- Written by Vu
Ladies Night at Lush is where it's at! Come party with us and ladies drink for free till midnight!
2nd Anniversary @ Envy
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- Published on 22 October 2018
- Written by Vu
Envy celebrates their 2nd anniversary with a bang and a massive weekend planned for all the fans!
Vietnam to Launch Another Homemade Satellite This December
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- Published on 22 October 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
The satellites will help monitor environmental conditions related to climate change and allow for emergency disaster warnings.
Saigoneer Podcast: Coworking Spaces and Vietnam's Four Mythological Creatures
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- Published on 22 October 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Illustration by Hannah Hoang.
The Saigoneer Podcast is back after taking a couple of weeks off!
From November, Vietnam to Ban Gratuitous Smoking in Movies, Stage Productions
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- Published on 22 October 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Starting from November, filmmakers will need to carefully deliberate over their decision to include smoking in their work or risk the ire of the culture ministry.
Weekend Stories Roundup: Fine Arts Museum Lighting Upgrades and Award for 'Goldren Bridge'
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- Published on 22 October 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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Vietnam Airlines Launches In-Town Check-In Service in Hanoi, Da Nang
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- Published on 19 October 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
In-town check-in service allows passengers to drop off their luggage before heading to the airport.
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks
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- Published on 19 October 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.
Ham-Fisted Graffiti Defiles Hoi An's Famous Yellow Walls
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- Published on 19 October 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Amateurish tags and scrawlings throughout the ancient tourist town are becoming an eyesore.
A Saigon Pop-Up Fuses Mexican and Vietnamese Fares, One Pun at a Time
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- Published on 19 October 2018
- Written by Paul Christiansen. Photos by Kevin Lee.
More romantic than the season's first snow dusting a trampled field of post-harvest corn husks; more inspiring than stars strewn across a cloudless night sky; more alluring than fragrant pollen drifting off a wind-tickled sunflower: the cheesy, spicy, deliriously delicious coating of Flamin’ Hot Cheetos is a transcendent substance.
