Da Nang Airport Welcomes New International Terminal
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- Published on 11 May 2017
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From now on, passengers on international flights to or from Da Nang will enjoy the comfort of a brand-new terminal.
Western-Trained Nguyen Thien Nhan Appointed as New Leader of Saigon
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- Published on 11 May 2017
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Nguyen Thien Nhan, who studied in the former East Germany and the US, has been appointed the new leader of Saigon.
[Video] Breathing Vietnam: A Visual Diary of Vietnam
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- Published on 11 May 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
When it comes to travel videos about Vietnam, at this point it might seem that we’ve seen everything, from breathtaking drone footage to extreme close-ups of the country’s street food bounty.
Vietnam Considers Lifting Midnight Curfew to Attract More Tourists
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- Published on 11 May 2017
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Closing time may soon be a little later than midnight at your favorite hang-out spots thanks to a recent proposal from Vietnam’s Tourism Association.
Morning News Roundup: Rumors of Cable Car System to Islet Near Hoi An Rejected
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- Published on 11 May 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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Hanoi to Allow Public Buses to Use Exclusive BRT Lanes
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- Published on 10 May 2017
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Hanoi’s dedicated Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lanes will soon open to public buses, allowing these vehicles to make use of road space exclusively reserved for the capital’s fledgling BRT system.
[Photos] Kiyohiko Azuma’s Intricate Sketches of Tokyo’s Urban Landscapes
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This manga artist creates backgrounds with such extreme attention to detail that they could pass for standalone works of art.
Asia's Rapidly Aging Population Is a Threat to Regional and Global Economy: IMF
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- Published on 10 May 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
Asia’s population is aging so fast that in just a few decades, the region might stop being the top contributor to the global workforce.
Saigon's Metro Line 1 Might Extend Into Binh Duong and Dong Nai: Study
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- Published on 10 May 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Top photo by Brandon Coleman.
The governments of both Binh Duong and Dong Nai provinces are studying the feasibility of extending Saigon's Metro Line 1 into their areas.
Australian Chain Gloria Jean's Coffees Exits Vietnam After 11 Years
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- Published on 10 May 2017
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On the heels of homegrown restaurant chain The KAfe’s exit from the local market, Australian coffee franchise Gloria Jean’s Coffees is the next to go.
Morning News Roundup: Facebook Crash Sends Vietnam, Asia Into Frenzy
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- Facebook crash sends Vietnam, Asia into frenzy [VnExpress]
Vietnam's Energy Consumption to Double in 10 Years
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- Published on 09 May 2017
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Because of the country’s rapid rate of development, Vietnam’s power consumption is expected to almost double in less than a decade.
Tokyo's Pride Parade Last Week Draws Record Number of Participants
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- Published on 09 May 2017
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Last weekend thousands thronged the streets of Tokyo to join Japan's largest Rainbow Pride parade to date.
Vietnam Expected to Suffer 13-15 Tropical Storms, El Nino This Year: Weather Experts
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- Published on 09 May 2017
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Time to break out your boots and raincoats, Saigoneers: Vietnam’s stormy season is right around the corner.
[Photos] Saigon's 'Binh House': A Harmonious Blend of Nature and Concrete
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- Published on 09 May 2017
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This irregularly shaped house is the latest addition to VTN Architects’ “House for Trees” series, a project aimed at introducing more green spaces to Vietnam’s urban housing projects.
Vietnamese Film Wins Top Honors at ASEAN Film Festival
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A Vietnamese film named The Way Station won Best Film, Best Lead Actor and Best Director of Photography (DOP) at the 2017 ASEAN International Film Festival and Awards (AIFFA).
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Announces Player Lineup for U20 World Cup
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- Published on 09 May 2017
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- Vietnam announces players for World Cup [VietnamNet]
[Photos] A Tour of Saigon's Biggest Motorbike 'Prisons'
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- Published on 08 May 2017
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In Saigon, motorbikes can go to jail just like their human counterparts.
Quang Binh Moves Ahead With Son Doong Cable Car Plan
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- Published on 08 May 2017
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The government of Quang Binh province is proceeding with plans to build a cable car system inside Son Doong Cave, the world's largest.
Yangon: Lessons From a Neighbor That Banned Bikes
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- Published on 08 May 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
As Saigon is mulling a complete ban on motorbikes – first, in the city’s downtown area and then, city-wide, perhaps - it’s high time to look at the situation in Yangon, where a similar ban was implemented more than ten years ago.
