Aviation Authorities to Blame for Vietnam-US Direct Route Delay
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- Published on 03 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Illustration by Lee Starnes.
Travelers might have to wait until the end of this year to start flying directly from Vietnam to the US due to issues with the Southeast Asian country’s aviation authorities.
[Photos] Wander Through Ton That Dam's Chợ Cũ at Twilight
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- Published on 02 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photos by Andy Ip Thien.
Downtown Saigon is in flux these days, as old buildings come down and new structures rise from the rubble. While the past few years have brought major changes to District 1, this year has been particularly significant in the evolution of its neighborhoods, leaving decades-old communities in limbo as they wonder over the fate of their markets, apartment blocks and general surroundings.
Vietnam's YouTubers Cash in on Kid-Friendly Channels
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- Published on 02 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Certain local YouTube channels are bringing in hundreds of millions of VND per month. Their target audience? Children.
Malaysia Bans Viral Hit 'Despacito' From State TV, Radio Stations
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- Published on 02 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
It’s official: the Malaysian government has banned Despacito from playing on state TV channels and radio stations.
Vietnam Seeks to Improve Tourism Image Amid Poor Return Visitor Figures
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- Published on 02 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Despite a steady increase in visitor numbers in recent years, Vietnam’s tourism sector is struggling to entice tourists back for another stay.
[Photos] A Nostalgic Look at Da Lat Market Through Time
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- Published on 01 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Built in 1929, Da Lat’s central market is not only a buzzing commercial center, but also an important historical landmark of the sleepy resort town.
Hanoi's Skinny-Dipping Club Bares All for Fitness, Fun and Friendship
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- Published on 01 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam’s capital city has a reputation for being a pretty conservative place. So it might come as a surprise for some to know that there is an entire community of adult men who like to skinny-dip near Hanoi's city center.
Dong Nai Crowd Brutally Attacks Two Dog Thieves, Burns Motorbike
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- Published on 01 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Two dog thieves were severely beaten by a crowd after being caught red-handed in Dong Nai province late last week.
[Photos] Saigon Rushes to Finish First River Bus Route for August Launch
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- Published on 01 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Saigon’s first river bus route is slowly taking shape as municipal officials aim to launch the service this month.
Morning News Roundup: HCMC to Have 1,000 New Buses by 2020
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- Published on 01 August 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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[Podcast] Renovation Generation: Suboi's Hard-Earned Wisdom
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- Published on 31 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
For Renovation Generation’s latest installment, the Hanoi-based team took a trip down to Saigon to speak with the country’s "Queen of Hip-Hop", Suboi.
Vietnam Struggles to Contain Nationwide Dengue Fever Outbreak
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- Published on 31 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
An ongoing nationwide dengue fever outbreak has health officials scrambling to halt its spread.
Vietnam Ranks 101st Out of 195 Countries on Cybersecurity: UN Report
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- Published on 31 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam has a lot of work to do to make sure its cybersecurity infrastructure keeps up with its economic growth.
[Photos] A Day in the Life of Ninh Thuan's Shepherds
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- Published on 31 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
In Ninh Thuan province, local shepherds lead a nomadic life, traversing the region's barren land to look after some of the country’s largest sheep herds.
Weekend News Roundup: Malaysia Sets Oct 2 for Trial of Suspects in Kim Jong Nam Killing
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- Published on 31 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Khoi Pham.
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Street Cred: The Ill-Fated Power Couple of Vietnam's Literary Scene in the 1980s
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- Published on 30 July 2017
- Written by Khoi Pham. Illustration by Andy Tran.
It’s been almost three decades since that fateful day in 1988 when, in a blink of an eye, Vietnam’s literary scene was robbed off two most beloved talents. Luu Quang Vu and Xuan Quynh’s death was something of a national tragedy in the late 1980s, but their legacy has lived on through their body of work and life story.
Old Saigon Building of the Week: Hotel Majestic Saigon
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- Published on 29 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
The 92-year-old Hotel Majestic has seen many incarnations, most notably becoming the first Vietnamese managed five-star hotel in Saigon. But the rest of the building’s nine-decade existence has been just as rich.
[Video] This 'Super Pump' Is Supposed to Help Nguyen Huu Canh's Flooding Woes
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- Published on 28 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
To tackle chronic flooding issues on one of Saigon's busiest streets, municipal authorities are installing a “super pump” in the hope of helping Nguyen Huu Canh's sewer system remove rainwater faster this rainy season.
Saigon Sidewalk-Clearing Campaign Costs Too Much for Modest Gains
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- Published on 28 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
According to recent reports by Saigon authorities, the city's sidewalk reclamation campaign was mostly ineffective in generating income for the city.
Hẻm Gems: Chef Badeh Brings Syrian Cuisine to Saigon
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- Published on 28 July 2017
- Written by Dana Filek-Gibson. Photos by Brandon Coleman.
In the small covered area outside the front door, Chef Badeh brings together two of my favorite things: bread and fire.
