#WeAreSaigoneer: Instagram Shots of the Week
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- Published on 29 April 2017
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From amused fishermen to forlorn coracle, this is what we saw through our lens this week.
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks
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- Published on 28 April 2017
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Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.
[Video] Trading Places: The Story of 42 Nguyen Hue
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- Published on 28 April 2017
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With 42 Nguyen Hue facing an uncertain future, RICE and Saigoneer set out to share the stories of residents of one of Saigon's most popular "cafe-apartment" buildings.
Facebook Policy Head, Vietnamese Minister of Information Discuss Curbing ‘Toxic Content’
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- Published on 28 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Representatives of Facebook met with Vietnamese authorities this week to explore preventive measures regarding alleged false information on the social networking site.
Morning News Roundup: Secretariat Turns Down HCMC Proposal on Fireworks for Reunification Day
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- Published on 28 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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Saigon's Metro Construction May Be Delayed Due to Financial Setbacks
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- Published on 27 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
Two of Saigon’s largest infrastructure projects – including the high-profile Metro Line 1 and an environmental facility – might be delayed in the near future due to insufficient funds.
Local Artist Challenges Japan's Stigma Against Tattoos in Modern Era
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- Published on 27 April 2017
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In tattoo-averse Japan, a case heading to court in Osaka could help determine whether anybody will be able to get their body inked in the country in the future.
Traffic Accidents Killed 9,000, Seriously Injured Thousands More in Vietnam Last Year
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- Published on 27 April 2017
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In Vietnam, traffic accidents remain one of the leading causes of deaths, but the country still hasn’t done enough to stress the importance of road safety to its citizens.
Morning News Roundup: Hoi An Seeks to Control Tourism Boom on Protected Islands
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- Published on 27 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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[Video] Vietnamese Animator Creates Wistful Reel of Saigon Memories From Pencil Sketches
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- Published on 26 April 2017
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Sometimes our childhood memories exist as little pieces of wonder.
[Video] Forest in South-Central Vietnam Cleared for Golf Course Without Approval
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- Published on 26 April 2017
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A forest in Phu Yen province has been cleared to make way for a golf course and resort, despite the fact the project hasn't been approved.
[Photos] Vietnamese-American Artist Helps Create and Share 'Made by Refugee' Stickers
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- Published on 26 April 2017
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If you’ve come across a “Made by Refugee” sticker in Saigon, know that they’re the brainchild of artist duo Kien Quan and Jillian Young, created in an effort to raise awareness of the global refugee crisis.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam's Car Market Has 2nd-Fastest Growth in World
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- Published on 26 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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- Vietnam’s plan to develop 800 MW wind power delayed [VietnamNet]
[Photos] The Children of 1967 Vietnam
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- Published on 25 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Some of these kids could be our moms and dads.
Vietnam's First Waste-to-Energy Plant Starts Operation in Hanoi
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- Published on 25 April 2017
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Vietnam’s first waste-to-energy plant is now ready for commercial operations.
Saigon Welcomes Dedicated 'Jewelry Street' in District 5
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- Published on 25 April 2017
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In another effort to enhance the city’s image, Saigon authorities have greenlit the establishment of a jewelry street in District 5.
City Rising: Richie Fawcett’s Intricate Saigon Panoramas Hit L’Usine This Week
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- Published on 25 April 2017
- Written by Brian Letwin. Image courtesy of Richie Fawcett.
Saigon-based artist Richie Fawcett is back with an extensive new collection of drawings that will soon be on display at L’Usine Dong Khoi.
Viettel to Launch New Luxury Smartphone Later This Year
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- Published on 25 April 2017
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Time to save up, Saigoneers: rumor has it that Viettel will launch a new luxury smartphone by the end of the year.
Morning News Roundup: Drivers Bemoan Confusing Toll Booth Rules in HCMC
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- Published on 25 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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An Giang Riverbank Collapses, Drags 16 Houses Underwater
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- Published on 24 April 2017
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Last Saturday, an entire section of a riverbank in the Mekong Delta's An Giang province collapsed, dragging scores of houses into the river.
