Tay Ninh Province Looks to Build $680m Worth of Solar Plants
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- Published on 01 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Officials in Tay Ninh province are seeking approval for the construction of 15 solar power plants by 2020.
[Photos] Lycée Pétrus Ky: Saigon's Famous School for the High-Achieving
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- Published on 01 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Lycée Petrus Ky is the former name of the school now known as Le Hong Phong High School. Established in 1927, it is one of the oldest operating high schools in Vietnam.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam in Talks to Acquire Rights to Finland's Education Program
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- Published on 01 September 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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Poorly Planned Development Projects Leave Vietnam's Poorest Minorities Vulnerable to Natural Disasters
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- Published on 31 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Since the beginning of August, flooding and landslides have devastated northwest Vietnam, leaving ethnic minorities living in extreme poverty at the highest risk of property damage and loss of life.
Meet Linh Nguyen, the Fulbright Scholar Spreading Vietnamese Culture Through Food
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- Published on 31 August 2017
- Written by J.K. Hobson. Photos courtesy of Linh Nguyen.
Linh Nguyen is a Fulbright scholar, blogger and writer whose first book, Lemongrass, Ginger and Mint Vietnamese Cookbook: Classic Vietnamese Street Food Made at Home, became an Amazon bestseller after selling out on the first day of its release.
Female Athletes Won Two-Thirds of Vietnam's SEA Games Gold Medals: Sport Official
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- Published on 31 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam performed well during this year’s SEA Games in Malaysia, finishing third, and just two gold medals shy of exceeding its pre-tournament goal.
[Photos] These Striking Drone Shots of Vietnam From Above Will Take Your Breath Away
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- Published on 31 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
A collection of drone photos submitted for a recent competition highlights Vietnam's stunning beauty from above.
[Photos] Japanese Artisan Creates Meticulous Animal Sculptures From Sugar Syrup
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- Published on 31 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
These handmade Japanese confections are almost too exquisite to eat.
Morning News Roundup: HCMC Leaders to Spend 2 Days a Month Meeting Citizens
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- Published on 31 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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Young Saigoneers Encapsulate the Charm of Ben Thanh Market in Mini Wooden Model
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- Published on 30 August 2017
- Written by Khoi Pham. Photos courtesy of Millimet.
There’s no doubt that Saigon is a charming city. From internationally produced films such as The Quiet American to colorful art projects by local illustrators, the city’s landmarks seem to be popular muses for artists, auteurs and photographers to fashion exquisite creative works. Similarly, through their project Millimet, three young Saigoneers married local architectural icons with pieces of wood to create whimsical miniature models.
[Photos] Chinese Photoshop Genius Reimagines 'Game of Thrones' Characters as Street Vendors
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- Published on 30 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
The most recent season of 'Game of Thrones' may have ended on Sunday, but fans of the show can now visit their favorite characters in China - through Photoshop, that is.
VietJet Now Offers Direct Flights From Hanoi to Yangon
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- Published on 30 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
After Jakarta, VietJet has added another Southeast Asian destination to its regional service.
Vietnam's Textbooks Lack Gender Diversity, Reinforce Stereotypes: Report
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- Published on 30 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
A new study has shown that male-centric content dominates school textbooks in Vietnam, hindering gender equality.
Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh Is Back in Vietnam
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- Published on 30 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
World-renowned religious leader Thich Nhat Hanh is currently in Vietnam for a holiday.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam PM Endorses Son Doong Cable Car Plan
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- Published on 30 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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Vietnamese Entrepreneur Makes Silicon Valley Top 40 Under 40 List
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- Published on 29 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
A Vietnamese entrepreneur recently made the list of Silicon Valley’s 40 under 40 this year.
Tourists Will Soon Be Able to Ride Steam Locomotives From Hue to Da Nang
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- Published on 29 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Train travel in central Vietnam is about to get more nostalgic.
[Photos] Vo Trong Nghia Graces Binh Thanh With 'Glass Box' Office Tower
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- Published on 29 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Saigon’s Binh Thanh District is about to get a flashy new Vo Trong Nghia-designed “glass box” office building.
Central Government Plans to Legalize Cryptocurrencies in Vietnam by 2019
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- Published on 29 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Illustration by Andy Tran.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has approved the establishment of a legal body that will manage cryptocurrencies and digital assets in Vietnam.
Former Director of Drug Company Sentenced to 12 Years for Smuggling Fake Cancer Medicine
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- Published on 29 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
The former director of a Saigon-based pharmaceutical company has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for his involvement in smuggling cancer medicine into Vietnam.
