[Video] A Virtual Tour of Malaysia's Top-Notch Durian Plantation
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- Published on 26 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Most people around here are familiar with the durian fruit and its unique smell; however, not many have actually been to a durian plantation.
Amazon Eyes Southeast Asia Expansion Through Singapore
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- Published on 26 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
It looks like residents of Southeast Asia will soon be able to enjoy American online retailer Amazon’s services.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam May Relax Flying Rules to Assist Travelers Who Lose Passports
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- Published on 26 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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Ha Giang Artisan Brings Mong Flax Brocade to International Markets
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- Published on 25 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
An entrepreneurial artisan from Ha Giang province recently made the list of the top 50 most influential women in Vietnam in 2017 because of her contribution in bridging the gap between her hometown’s flax brocade and international markets.
Saigon Spaces: Reuse, Recycle and Reinvent
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- Published on 25 July 2017
- Written by Lottie Barnett. Photos by Brandon Coleman.
In a slightly tired traditional tenement block in District 1 is Huong Nguyen’s latest renovation project, a studio apartment overlooking Nguyen Du. Shaded by an old tamarind tree, the building was originally meant to house French civil servants, and later served as a hotel patronized by Americans during the war.
After Complaints, Hanoi Softens Stance on Motorbike Ban
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- Published on 25 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Rather than imposing a sweeping city-wide ban on motorbikes, Hanoi only wants to curb usage during certain times and in certain areas of the city center, local officials say.
[Video] Slick Short Film Highlights the Vibrant Life in Modern Hanoi
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- Published on 25 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
This beautifully shot and edited short video showcases a diverse range of activities and panoramas, capturing snapshots of life in Vietnam's bustling capital.
Tropical Storm Sonca to Strike Central Vietnam Today
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- Published on 25 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Tropical Storm Sonca, the second storm to impact Vietnam in the last week, will make landfall on the central coast later today.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Says Indonesian Navy Shot Its Fishermen in Disputed Water
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- Published on 25 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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[Photos] Gia Long High School and 100 Years of Female Education
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- Published on 24 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Before becoming the prestigious Nguyen Thi Minh Khai High School of today, this District 1 institution used to be home to Gia Long, once Saigon’s most well-known school for girls.
Vietnam's Expanding Beer Market an Attractive Target for Foreign Brewers
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- Published on 24 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Competition among foreign brewers is intensifying as Vietnam is poised to become the biggest beer market in Southeast Asia this year.
Vietnamese Spent $3bn on American Property in Last Year: Report
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- Published on 24 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnamese citizens have once again landed in the top 10 among countries which spend the most on property in the United States.
[Photos] Massive Hydropower Dam Discharge in Hoa Binh Attracts Throngs of Curious On-Lookers
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- Published on 24 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
In Vietnam, even a dam discharge could be a sight to behold for local adrenaline junkies.
Vietnam Vows to Shut Down Bear-Bile Farms, Rescue 1,000 Captive Bears
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- Published on 24 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
The Vietnamese government, in partnership with Animals Asia, has finally agreed to end the cruel practice of bear bile harvesting.
Weekend News Roundup: 2 Dead, 10 Injured in Multiple-Vehicle Crash in HCMC
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- Published on 24 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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Sketching Saigon: Charming Indie Cafes Through the Eyes of Taiwanese Illustrator
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- Published on 23 July 2017
- Written by Khoi Pham. Illustrations courtesy of Shao-Chen Lin.
In Shao-Chen Lin’s new sketchbook, On-the-spot Sketching at Cafes in Saigon, Vietnam, the southern metropolis is defined by its most charming aspect: a robust coffee culture that permeates every corner of the city, from weathered downtown apartments to hidden hẻms in the outskirts of District 3.
Cambodia’s Craft Tile Industry Is Going Extinct
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- Published on 22 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Introduced by French colonists over a century ago, tile-making continues throughout Cambodia despite having been abandoned decades ago in France.
[Renderings] Da Nang May Get a Flashy Public Space Along the Han River
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- Published on 22 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
As urban centers across Vietnam compete to become the most modern versions of themselves by 2030, Da Nang is getting a fancy new public space.
[Photos] Flycam Photographers Capture Vietnam's Mesmerizing Landscapes From Above
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- Published on 22 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
From lush, green tea plantations stretching towards the horizon to islets dotting the ocean blue, flycam photography captures unique angles of Vietnam's landscapes in crisp, vivid images.
[Photos] D7 Industrial House Opens to Natural Light, Ventilation
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- Published on 21 July 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
While some Saigon abodes may opt for an elaborate chandelier or painting as their interior centerpiece, the owner of this house in District 7 decided to make its door the most unique part of the structure.
