Details: Published on 23 July 2018; Written by Saigoneer.

Saigon’s reigning rap queen released 'N-Sao?' on Apple’s Beats 1 radio program last week, becoming the first Vietnamese artist to be featured on the 24/7 channel.

How to Watch the Longest Lunar Eclipse of the Century in Vietnam This Saturday

Details: Published on 23 July 2018; Written by Saigoneer.

What a celestial year for the country.

[Photos] In Saigon's Buu Long Pagoda, a Meditative Escape and Pan-Southeast Asian Architecture

Details: Published on 23 July 2018; Written by Raffie Malec. Photos by Raffie Malec.

It all started with a sparkle on the horizon, a beam of solar brilliance bouncing off a garish metallic surface.

Saigoneer Podcast: Reflections From Hanoi, World Cup Madness and Cave Expert Howard Limbert

Details: Published on 23 July 2018; Written by Saigoneer. Illustration by Hannah Hoang.

Episode 22 of the Saigoneer Podcast is in your earbuds now!

Sofa Workshop in Tan Phu Destroyed in Fire on Sunday

Details: Published on 23 July 2018; Written by Saigoneer.

On Sunday morning, residents in Tan Phu District were frightened to discover that their neighborhood was englufed in smoke.

Weekend Links Roundup: HCMC at Loss Over Uber Tax Arrears

Details: Published on 23 July 2018; Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.

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▪ Greater Mekong, including Vietnam, losing forests at alarming rate [VnExpress]

▪ HCM City at loss over Uber tax arrears [DTI]

Hẻm Gems: Northern-Style Miến Lươn Is a Magical Saigon Breakfast

Details: Published on 21 July 2018; Written by Samantha Tong. Photos by Kevin Lee.

Mien Luon Cho Ben Thanh was the final destination in my parents’ 20-year quest to find an authentic northern miến lươn in Saigon.

Google Maps Introduces Motorbike-Specific Navigation Mode in Vietnam

Details: Published on 20 July 2018; Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.

The feature was first developed in India.

Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks

Details: Published on 20 July 2018; Written by Saigoneer.

Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.

A Cozy Abode of Bak Kut Teh and Migrant Teochew Gastronomy in the Heart of Saigon

Details: Published on 20 July 2018; Written by Mervin Lee. Photos by Mervin Lee.

Singaporean Teochew bak kut teh is a seemingly simple broth made with pork ribs that has managed to enamor locals and foreigners for decades.

[Photos] A Visit to Binh Thuan's 'Forgotten Land' Where Sand Comes to Life

Details: Published on 20 July 2018; Written by Saigoneer.

Forgotten Land, a new sculptured sand park in Binh Thuan Province, may be perfect for tourists who like sand, but aren't a fan of the ocean.

Local Wedding Goes Viral for Accepting Money Gifts via POS Credit Card Reader, QR Code

Details: Published on 20 July 2018; Written by Saigoneer.

A couple in Hanoi added a contemporary twist to the conventional money gifting custom.

Morning Links Roundup: Vietnam Commits to UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development

Details: Published on 20 July 2018; Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.

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▪ VietJet provisionally orders 100 Boeing 737 jets [VnExpress]

▪ Vietnam commits to UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development [Vietnam+]

[Photos] Japanese Landscapers Turn Tiny Trucks Into Lush Gardens

Details: Published on 19 July 2018; Written by Saigoneer.

A kei truck, also called a kei-tora, is a mini-truck that is built to serve a variety of purposes in Japan.

Despite Economic Gains, Vietnam's Productivity Remains Low Among ASEAN Countries

Details: Published on 19 July 2018; Written by Saigoneer.

Despite experiencing recent growth regarding its average labor productivity, Vietnam still struggles to compete with its ASEAN neighbors.

Morning Links Roundup: Southern Vietnam Sees 2 More H1N1 Deaths

Details: Published on 19 July 2018; Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.

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▪ Vietnam Airlines maintains Skytrax four-star rating for three consecutive years [SGGP]

▪ Southern Vietnam sees 2 more H1N1 deaths [Xinhua]

Lost Type: Capturing the Essence of Vietnam's Street Signage Through Modern Typeface

Details: Published on 18 July 2018; Written by Khoi Pham. Illustrations courtesy of Mack Trinh.

With just a glance outside your window, you might notice that Vietnam’s metropolises are filled with a hodgepodge of banners, signs and advertising panels of all shapes, design motifs and colors.