Morning News Roundup: Binh Dinh Company Director Detained for Huge Forest Destruction Crime
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- Published on 11 October 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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[Photos] Early Morning Exploration at Ho Thi Ky Flower Market
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- Published on 10 October 2017
- Written by Allison Ruttger. Photos by Allison Ruttger.
Flowers are ubiquitous in Saigon. Everywhere you go, the concrete backdrop of the city is punctuated by beautifully maintained gardens, lotus ponds and elaborate floral arrangements. Saigon’s residents use flowers to celebrate life and death, new business ventures and auspicious holidays. Though they may seem ordinary, their presence in Saigon requires an intricate network of relationships between growers, vendors and delivery workers.
It's Official: IKEA Confirms Plans to Expand to Vietnam, Philippines
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- Published on 10 October 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
After H&M opened its very first flagship store in Saigon this year, furniture retailer IKEA will be the next world-famous Swedish brand to establish a presence in Vietnam.
Despite Warning From Experts, Vietnam Delays Ban of White Asbestos in Construction
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- Published on 10 October 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
It’s a well-established fact in recent years that the use of asbestos in construction heightens cancer risks in residents and workers. However, in Vietnam, an asbestos variant is still widely used in homes.
Thailand-Cambodia Stretch of Pan-Asia Railway Nearing Completion
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- Published on 10 October 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Cambodia and Thailand are set to hold a ceremony early next year to celebrate the official opening of the much-delayed railway that will connect Phnom Penh and Bangkok.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Puts Forward Candidate as UNESCO Seeks New Leader to Revive Fortunes
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- Published on 10 October 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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[Photos] The Quietude of Saigon in 1965
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- Published on 09 October 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Thanks to decades of steady economic growth, Saigon is getting more and more crowded as people from all over the country and even overseas decide to settle down in the southern hub.
Vinasun Drivers in Saigon Protest Uber, Grab With Inflammatory Bumper Stickers
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- Published on 09 October 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Some drivers for local cab company Vinasun are protesting the presence of ride-hailing apps in the market with derogatory bumper stickers.
Vietnam Is Home to More Than 18m Unofficial Workers: Report
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- Published on 09 October 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
More than 18 million people are working unofficially in Vietnam according to a government report released last week.
Quang Binh Resumes Son Doong Ladder Project, Launches New Tour in 2018
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- Published on 09 October 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Tour company Oxalis has finally received the nod from the local government to resume the installation of a ladder that would allow tourists to traverse Vietnam’s world-famous Son Doong cave from the beginning to the end.
Weekend News Roundup: Vietnam Airlines Makes $100m in Profit in First 9 Months
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- Published on 09 October 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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Taiwan Struggles to Combat Locals' Addiction to Cancer-Causing Betel Nuts
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- Published on 08 October 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
The Taiwanese government continues to wage a war against betel nut addiction, but considering the cultural ties to the native plant, it is proving incredibly difficult.
Origin of Saigon’s Eggs and Poultry Now Traceable by App
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- Published on 08 October 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Saigon shoppers can now access the origin information of eggs and poultry at local supermarkets by scanning a QR code printed on its packaging.
In Its Second Season, Vietnam's Pro Basketball League Continues to Grow
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- Published on 07 October 2017
- Written by Scott Sommerville. Photos courtesy of Vietnam Basketball Association.
Fresh from the success of its 2016 debut, the Vietnam Basketball Association (VBA) recently began its second season. In addition to an increase in the league’s number of competing teams, the VBA is also seeing more fan interaction, entertainment, and tail-gaiting this year, signaling the arrival of a modern approach to sports in Vietnam.
You Can Fly Directly From Phu Quoc to Bangkok Starting This October
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- Published on 06 October 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Visitors to Vietnam’s southern tourism island can start adding Bangkok to their itinerary soon.
Hẻm Gems: The Sumptuous Street Snacks of Ha Cao Ban Co
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- Published on 06 October 2017
- Written by Dana Filek-Gibson. Photos by Brandon Coleman.
Whether we’re talking about the packaged foods aisle at Circle K or the lady whipping up bánh tráng trộn on the street corner, snack foods often meet two distinct criteria: they are both delicious and unhealthy. The nature of snacking alone – hastily prepared mini-meals eaten on the go – lends itself well to quick, cheap ingredients and foods that can withstand both time and a lack of refrigeration.
Morning News Roundup: Tourism Firm Fined for Encroaching on Nha Trang Bay
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- Published on 06 October 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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Oxford Strips Aung San Suu Kyi of Human Rights Honor Over Rohingya Crisis
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- Published on 05 October 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Amid criticism of her remarks on Myanmar’s Rohingya crisis, Aung San Suu Kyi will be stripped of the Freedom of the City of Oxford.
[Photos] A Tour Through District 6's Eerie 'Sinking School'
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- Published on 05 October 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Right in the midst of District 6’s dense residential area lies an abandoned compound that towers over nearby tube houses.
Expats in Vietnam Save More Money, But Experience Worse Quality of Life Than Back Home: HSBC Survey
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- Published on 05 October 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
HSBC recently released its 2017 Expat Explorer Survey, awarding Vietnam with the 30th spot, down 11 spots from last year. The survey takes a number of aspects into account such as career, local economics, community, lifestyle, and the intricacies of relocating with a family.
