In Bắc Giang, 'Mudball' Is a Centuries-Old Festive Sport
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- Published on 30 May 2018
- Written by Duc Nguyen. Photos by Duc Nguyen. .
Held once every four years, the mud wrestling festival in Vân Village in Bắc Giang Province is one of the most dramatic and unique festivals in all of Vietnam.
[Video] The Mysterious 'Asian Flush' Is Why Some Vietnamese Turn Red After Drinking
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- Published on 30 May 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
It's our aldehyde dehydrogenase's fault.
Saigon Postcard No. 6: Bus Beatitudes
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- Published on 30 May 2018
- Written by Paul Christiansen. Illustrations by Hannah Hoang.
With the subway years away, taxis too expensive, ride-share apps maddeningly inaccurate, motorbikes impossibly dangerous and walking beneath the sun akin to mobile self-spit-roasting, many Saigoneers choose to ride the bus.
Leica Opens First Flagship Boutique in Saigon at Deutsches Haus Building
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- Published on 30 May 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Now there are two official Leica boutiques in Vietnam.
Ninh Thuan Is Getting a Gargantuan Ecopark Resort
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- Published on 30 May 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
The massive resort in central Vietnam will include seven hotels containing a total of 7,000 rooms, a casino, spa, amusement park, beachclub and mountain clubhouse.
Morning Links Roundup: Vietnam, US to Step up Maritime Security Cooperation
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- Published on 30 May 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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▪ Vietnam, US to step up maritime security cooperation [VnExpress]
▪ Hanoi attracts $860 million in FDI in five months [DTI]
Schools in Phu Quoc Are Being Replaced With Development Projects
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- Published on 29 May 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
The rate of development in Phu Quoc is taking a toll on the city's primary and secondary education school sites.
[Photos] What Happens When Marvel Superheroes Are Given Vietnam Makeovers
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- Published on 29 May 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
We probably don’t need to convince you that Vietnam’s online culture is a wonderfully weird place. The wits of local netizens have brought us joy on many occasions, like the many adventures of Hai Phong’s Pikachu Dragon or these world divas-street food mashups.
Saigon to Have First River Toll Booth Under New Binh Loi Railway Bridge
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- Published on 29 May 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Once construction on Saigon’s Binh Loi Railway Bridge finishes, ships will be expected to pay a fee to pass beneath the new structure.
Saturday Night @ Lush
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- Published on 29 May 2018
- Written by Vu
If you missed the fun on Saturday night, come join us on Tuesday for Ladies Night and #letshavesomefun!
Morning Links Roundup: Vietnam Ranks 2nd at Asia-Pacific Maths Contest With 6 Golds
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- Published on 29 May 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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▪ Sugar prices rise globally, local sugar expected to surge [SGGP]
▪ Vietnam ranks second at Asia Pacific maths contest with six golds [VietnamNet]
[Photos] Same as It Never Was: Saigon in 1968
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- Published on 28 May 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Pedestrians dodging traffic on colorful streets, squatting vendors tending baskets stuffed with fresh fruits and sunlight splashing lethargic afternoons along the vier – these photos from 1968 contain many of the scenes that contribute to modern-day Saigon's unique character.
The Masterminds of Saigon's Most Memorable Concerts Joined Forces. A Brand-New Music Festival Was Born.
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- Published on 28 May 2018
- Written by Michael Tatarski. Top photo by Michael Tatarski.
The organizers of some of Saigon's most legendary recent concerts are combining forces to bring a new music festival to Ho Tram later this year.
Saigoneer Podcast: Vietnamese Folk Tales and Artist Quynh Lam
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- Published on 28 May 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Image by Hannah Hoang.
It's Monday, meaning it's time for the latest Saigoneer Podcast episode.
Saigon Streets Are Not Flooded, Just Have 'Water Accumulation': Anti-Flood Agency
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- Published on 28 May 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Pro tip: to solve life problems, avoid calling them by name and they will somehow disappear.
Weekend News Roundup: HCMC to Add 17 High-Quality Bus Routes
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- Published on 28 May 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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▪ HCM City to add 17 high-quality bus routes [VietnamNet]
▪ Vietnamese banks urged to smarten up magnetic stripe cards amidst information theft [VnExpress]
What to Expect From the 3rd Season of the Vietnam Basketball Association
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- Published on 27 May 2018
- Written by Harry Hodge. Photo courtesy of VBA.
From back-flipping dancers to some new faces in new places, the Vietnam Basketball Association (VBA) press conference, held Wednesday afternoon in Binh Thanh District, had a bit of everything.
[Video] Saigon Electronica Ep. 2: The Dreamers From Behind the Decks
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- Published on 25 May 2018
- Written by Sivaraj Pragasm.
When Tran Huu Tuan Bach decided to embark on his DJ career at the beginning of this decade, he had already established himself as a film composer in Vietnam.
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks
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- Published on 25 May 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.
Investors Propose Building an Artificial Island in Da Nang Bay Named 'Lotus Island'
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- Published on 25 May 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
What could go wrong?
