[Video] Saigon Electronica Ep. 4: Establishing the Scene With Saigon's Underground Venues
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- Published on 09 June 2018
- Written by Sivaraj Pragasm.
The Observatory, a gritty and modest club located at the Saigon Port in District 4 was synonymous with underground electronic music in Saigon. The bare walls, smoky interior and unnaturally narrow balcony added to its charm. So in September 2017, when word went out that the venue had to close due to redevelopment plans by the authorities, it suddenly felt like a huge piece of a jigsaw puzzle went missing.
American Chef Anthony Bourdain, Who Introduced Bún Chả to Obama, Passes Away at 61
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- Published on 09 June 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Anthony Bourdain, the chef, writer and travel show host, has passed away at 61.
QS World Rankings Features 2 Vietnamese Universities for the First Time
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- Published on 09 June 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
While this is good news for Vietnam's higher education, some elements of the ranking result should be taken with a grain of salt.
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks
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- Published on 08 June 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.
Hanoi Delays Finishing Date of Metro Line 3 to 2023
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- Published on 08 June 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Bad news for residents living near the Metro Line’s construction sites.
New Digital Typeface L'Hanoienne Preserves Classic Hanoi Hand-Painted Fonts
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- Published on 08 June 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Hanoi streets' handprinted signs haven't been replaced with neon like in other Asian metropolises, yet; but when they are, their traditional lettering will not be lost forever.
Hẻm Gems: In Tan Binh, VND4,000 Is All You Need for Good Bia Hơi
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- Published on 08 June 2018
- Written by Luca Powell. Photos by Luca Powell.
Bia hơi for the people.
Morning Links Roundup: Saigon TV Station HTV Willing to Pay for World Cup Telecast Rights
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- Published on 08 June 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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▪ Thunderstorms knock down trees, send Saigon traffic into chaos [VnExpress]
▪ Ho Chi Minh City Television willing to pay for World Cup telecast rights [Tuoi Tre]
Researchers Find Cracks on Major Mekong Delta Bridge Before Construction Finishes
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- Published on 07 June 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
The cause of numerous cracks in two steel support girders of the Vam Cong Bridge, which will connect Dong Thap Province and Can Tho City, were recently discovered.
'Despacito' Star Luis Fonsi to Headline Music Festival in Da Nang This July
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- Published on 07 June 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
The international Latin hit will be performed live in Vietnam this July.
Morning News Roundup: HCMC Revises Plan to Limit Number of Taxis in City
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- Published on 07 June 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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▪ High buildings good solution for Vietnam’s urban development: experts [Tuoi Tre]
▪ City to revise plan to limit taxis [SGGP]
[Photos] Vo Trong Nghia Architects Brings Bamboo Design to Venice Design Exhibition
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- Published on 06 June 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam's Vo Trong Nghia Architects are taking their expertise to Venice with another bold design that utilizes their signature bamboo materials.
Saturday Night @ Lush
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- Published on 06 June 2018
- Written by Vu
Good vibes all round when people come together at Lush.
'Star Wars' Actress Kelly Marie Tran Quits Instagram After Months of Online Abuse
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- Published on 06 June 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
After enduring months of vile online racism and bigotry, the Vietnamese-American actress has shut down her Instagram account.
In Binh Duong, This Ficus-Motorbike Entanglement Is a Local 'Celebrity'
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- Published on 06 June 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Who would have thought that neglect and general wear and tear could result in a wonderfully weird local attraction?
Vietnam Aims to Reduce Coal Usage, Triple Production of Renewable Energy by 2030
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- Published on 06 June 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
The country wants to shift away from coal.
Morning News Roundup: HCMC Tour Guide Association Launched
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- Published on 06 June 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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▪ HCMC’s businesses keen to export to Cuba [SGGP]
▪ HCM City Tour Guide Association launched [VietnamNet]
Morning Links Roundup: HCMC Raises Environmental Protection, Parking Fees
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- Published on 06 June 2018
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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▪ Viber community officially introduced in Vietnam [SGGP]
▪ HCM City raises environmental protection, parking fees [DTI]
Many Pilots Accuse VNA of Unfair Treatment, Ask to Collectively Resign
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- Published on 05 June 2018
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam's national airline finds itself in hot water.
