Non Nuoc Cao Bang Recognized as UNESCO Global Geopark
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- Published on 16 April 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Michael Tatarski.
The sprawling natural area in northern Vietnam joins Dong Van Karst Plateau in Ha Giang Province as the country’s second site to receive the prestigious distinction.
Saigon Might Put Underground Towns Beneath D1, Thu Thiem
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- Published on 16 April 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
City officials insist that underground expansions are necessary because the city is developing its metro network.
Saigoneer Podcast: Fruit Fight, and Saigon Duo
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- Published on 16 April 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Illustration by Hannah Hoang.
It's the start of a new work week, which means there's a new Saigoneer Podcast available for your listening pleasure.
Weekend News Roundup: Transport Ministry Mulls Plan to Put Fuel Consumption Label on Motorbikes
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- Published on 16 April 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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▪ Vietjet among Top 10 Vietnam Excellent Brands in 2017 [Nhan Dan]
▪ Motorbikes to be labelled with energy consumption [DTI]
Vietnam to Launch Investigation Into Destructive 'Land Fever' on Phu Quoc Island
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- Published on 15 April 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Squatters, deforestation and illegal land brokers threaten the island’s master plan.
[Video] Finding Zen in the Art of Bottle Balancing
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- Published on 14 April 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by An Du.
The level of talent involved will make you feel self-conscious about your past failures at Jenga.
Nha Trang Starts Clearing Advertisements Written in Chinese and Russian
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- Published on 14 April 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
As a result of the surge in tourists coming from China and Russia, advertisements in Chinese and Russian are becoming more ubiquitous in Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa Province.
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks
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- Published on 13 April 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.
Around 16% of Saigoneers Suffer From Mental Health Issues: Health Expert
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- Published on 13 April 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Around 16% of Saigon citizens reported having some mental health issues, but the city lacks the physical facilities or health professionals to adequately treat them.
Morning Links Roundup: Vietnam’s Economy Expected to Grow by 6.5% in 2018
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- Published on 13 April 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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▪ Hanoi to have unstaffed convenience stores [DTI]
▪ Vietnam’s economy to grow by 6.5 percent in 2018: WB report [VietnamNet]
[Video] BuzzFeed Employees Try Vietnamese Noodles, Choke, Cry, Make Disgusting Phở Puns
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- Published on 12 April 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Another day, another BuzzFeed-branded “Americans Try…” video.
New Policy Requires Phone Users to Submit Photo ID or Risk Service Suspension
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- Published on 12 April 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
New legislation going into effect later this month asks mobile phone subscribers to submit a portrait in an attempt to crack down on spam accounts.
Plan to Expand Noi Bai Airport Will Cost Hanoi $3.5bn: Official (3)
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- Published on 12 April 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Noi Bai Airport's expansion plan – which has been approved but is not yet underway – will more than double the number of passengers it can service by 2025 to address concerns of impending overcrowding.
Plan to Expand Noi Bai Airport Will Cost Hanoi $3.5bn: Official
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- Published on 12 April 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Noi Bai Airport's expansion plan – which has been approved but is not yet underway – will more than double the number of passengers it can service by 2025 to address concerns of impending overcrowding.
Morning News Roundup: Half of HCMC Citizens Use Online Public Services, Official Says
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- Published on 12 April 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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▪ Half of HCMC citizens use online public services [VietnamNet]
▪ Apartment projects mushrooming in Hanoi [Tuoi Tre]
Saigon Postcard No. 3: The Best Kind of Air 'Pollution'
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- Published on 11 April 2018
- Written by Paul Christiansen. Illustrations by Hannah Hoang.
The third entry in the Saigon Postcards series, our loving messages to the city we call home, focuses on a simple pleasure.
Dancers, Visual Artists Collaborate at Unique Saigon Arts Festival
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- Published on 11 April 2018
- Written by Michael Tatarski. Photos by Kevin Lee.
From April 16 to 22, the Krossing Over Arts Festival will bring together artists and dancers for performances across Saigon.
Homegrown Coworking Chain Toong Expands to Cambodia and Laos
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- Published on 11 April 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Toong currently owns seven coworking operations in Vietnam and is set to branch out within the region.
Vietnam Plans to Build Standard-Gauge Track Linking Northern Provinces With China
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- Published on 11 April 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
The proposed railway will ship goods at least 40 kilometers per hour faster.
Morning Links Roundup: HCMC Tops Nation in FDI Attraction
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- Published on 11 April 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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