Pollution in Vietnam's Atmosphere Shortens National Life Expectancy by 1.16 Years: Study
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- Published on 26 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
A new study on pollution shows that the atmosphere in Vietnam is cutting 1.16 years off its citizen’s life expectancy.
Saigon Officials Fine Uber VND5bn for Tax Payment Delays
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- Published on 25 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Once again, ride-hailing company Uber has gotten into trouble with local authorities over delays in tax payment.
Chinese-Backed Projects in Vietnam Get Bad Rap for Poor Quality, Rampant Delays
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- Published on 25 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
The trial run for Hanoi’s inaugural railway has been cancelled by the Chinese building team, which further perpetuates the stereotype of troublesome Chinese construction projects in the country.
[Photos] Local Designer Puts International Pop Divas on Retro Saigon Album Covers
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- Published on 25 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam’s crop of sterling photo manipulators strike again with a retro makeover of today's chart-topping female artists.
100-Kilometer Mountain Marathon in Sapa Crowns First Vietnamese Winner
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- Published on 25 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
A Vietnamese runner won the 100 kilometer category of the Vietnam Mountain Marathon in Sapa for the first time last weekend.
Weekend News Roundup: 3 New Caves to Open to Tourists at Vietnam’s Phong Nha-Ke Bang
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- Published on 25 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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- Vietnam rice paper artisans roll with tradition [Jakarta Post]
Urban Rewilding: The Ins and Outs of Organic Food in Vietnam
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- Published on 24 September 2017
- Written by Rae Dohar. Illustration by Andy Tran.
Navigating the intricacies of a healthy, organic lifestyle can be complicated, ever under the best of circumstances. Today, as awareness surrounding organic produce grows both here and abroad, the countless labels and packaging terms applied to such products can be confusing at best for consumers.
Amid Dengue Fever Outbreak, Vietnam Confirms Cases of 'Super Malaria'
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- Published on 24 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
While localities in northern Vietnam are struggling to contain this year’s serious Dengue fever outbreak, epidemiologists just revealed that people living in the southern provinces are facing a strain of highly drug-resistant malaria superbug.
Vietnam to Allow Switching Mobile Carrier While Retaining Phone Number This December
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- Published on 22 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
If you’ve been thinking about switching to another service provider but are reluctant to change your phone number, there’s some good news.
Katy Perry Showcases 3 Outfits by Local Designer Cong Tri During 'Witness' Tour
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- Published on 22 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnamese fashion designs are getting more and more attention on the international scene recently.
Typhoon Doksuri's Aftermath Underscores the Vulnerability of Central Vietnam
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- Published on 22 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Typhoon Doksuri, the most powerful storm to hit Vietnam in a decade, ravaged the central of Vietnam on September 16 and took the lives of six people, drawing greater attention to the layers of harm caused by natural disasters in the central region.
Hẻm Gems: An Evening of Bánh Xèo Phan Rang and People-Watching by the Canal
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- Published on 22 September 2017
- Written by Dana Filek-Gibson. Photos by Brandon Coleman.
There are certain foods in life that take time to love. Mắm tôm, for instance, or mắm chưng. Any of the mắms, really. Durian, I’m told, is a wonderful fruit on the fourth or fifth try. And while some of us are raised on cháo lòng and phá lấu and chicken feet, for others the journey toward appreciation can span weeks, months, even years.
Morning News Roundup: Smart Pumping System Starts Trial Run to Alleviate Saigon Flooding
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- Published on 22 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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Draft Law Limits Foreign Property Ownership in Special Economic Zones to 30%
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- Published on 21 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Fred Wissink.
A new draft regulation would limit foreign ownership of real estate in future special economic zones in Vietnam to 30% of any project.
[Photos] Saigon Architects Brighten up Contemporary Office With Bamboo Accents
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- Published on 21 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Inspired by materials common found in rural Vietnam, the creative minds behind KIENTRUC O blended a contemporary office with traditional elements.
Vietnam Passport Ranks 128th on Quality of Nationality Index Last Year
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- Published on 21 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam ranked 128th on the 2016 general Quality of Nationality Index, falling behind most of the Asia-Pacific region.
[Photos] The Last Remaining Blacksmiths of Bien Hoa
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- Published on 21 September 2017
- Written by Saigon Press Group. Photos by Saigon Press Group/Hoang Nguyen.
Smithy 12 is a traditional, family blacksmith brand near Bien Hoa’s Don Market, which has been active for almost 100 years. The business is not only one workshop but rather a collection of smithies headed up by the sons of one family, all retaining the same name. The photographs presented in this article were shot at two well-known smithies next to each other. One is headed up by Son and now run by his two sons, Toan and Phuoc; the other belongs to Sang but is now managed by his sons, Lam and Hung.
VietJet Will Fly to Phnom Penh From Saigon Starting This November
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- Published on 21 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
It seems that VietJet is ramping up its regional services as the company has been announcing new flight routes every month.
Hanoi Mulls Replacing Historic Train Station With 6 High-Rises
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- Published on 20 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Hanoi is planning to turn the city’s historic train station into a massive commercial complex.
[Photos] The Quaint Days of 1920s Vinh Long
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- Published on 20 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Across the internet, there is ample documentation of Vietnam’s cities in the days of French colonialism. Turn-of-the-century countryside snaps, however, are a little harder to come by.
