Vietnamese Scientist Discovers New Shiitake Species in Central Highlands
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- Published on 09 February 2017
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A group of Vietnamese scientists have discovered a new species of shiitake mushroom in the forests of the Central Highlands.
Nha Trang to Release 1m Dengue-Fighting Mosquitoes
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- Published on 09 February 2017
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Nha Trang may soon be on its way to becoming dengue-free.
Increasing Plastic Bag Taxes by Weight Could Backfire: VCCI
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- Published on 09 February 2017
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A recent draft of changes to Vietnam’s Environmental Protection Law has become the subject of debate as many experts believe that proposed policies could be ineffective in the long run.
Le Brothers: Exploring Identity in Modern Vietnam
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- Published on 09 February 2017
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Artists Le Duc Hai and Le Ngoc Thanh – known professionally as the Le Brothers, fast-rising stars in Vietnam’s contemporary art scene – stumbled upon their collective name thanks to Starbucks.
Construction Begins on Overpasses to Ease Congestion Around Tan Son Nhat
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- Published on 09 February 2017
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In hopes of alleviating congestion in the area surrounding Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Saigon recently broke ground on two overpass projects in Go Vap District.
Morning News Roundup: Can Tho to Pilot Public Bicycle Rental Services
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- Published on 09 February 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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First Hanoi Metro Line to Begin Trial Run in October
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- Published on 08 February 2017
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After nearly a decade of planning and construction, Hanoi’s first metro line will begin trial operations in October.
On the Heels of ASEAN Tariff Reduction, Vietnam Car Imports Double
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- Published on 08 February 2017
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A month into 2017, Vietnam has already imported two times more new cars than it did in the same period last year.
[Video] Timelapse Captures Vietnam's Beauty, North to South
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- Published on 08 February 2017
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Timelapse fans rejoice, as yet another stunning Vietnam travel video highlights the country's best sights and captures the bustle of urban Vietnam.
Yen Bai Officials Under Fire After Videos of Buffalo-Hanging Ritual Surface
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- Published on 08 February 2017
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Officials in Yen Bai province have come under fire this week after videos surfaced online of local residents killing a buffalo during a local festival.
[Photos] Serviceman’s Photos Offer a Glimpse of Sleepy 1967 Phan Thiet
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- Published on 08 February 2017
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As we’ve seen before, photos taken by American military personnel during the war often help to paint a picture of mid-1960s to early 1970s Vietnam. Such is the case with Bob Kelly’s album of 1967 Phan Thiet photos.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Air Carriers Warned They May Lose in Home Market
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- Published on 08 February 2017
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Vietnam to Become World's 20th Biggest Economy in 2050: Report
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- Published on 07 February 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
According to a new report, Vietnam could become the 20th largest economy in the world by 2050.
Flappy Bird Creator Teams up With Japanese Firm to Release Ninja-Themed Mobile Game
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- Published on 07 February 2017
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Last week, Flappy Bird creator Nguyen Ha Dong and Japanese firm OBOKAIDEM Games introduced a new, yet familiar, eight-bit game, Ninja Spinki Challenges, to mobile users around the globe.
[Photos] Local Architects Weave Functional Design Element Through Saigon Tube House
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- Published on 07 February 2017
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Sometimes all it takes to spruce up a home is just one design element.
[Video] Meet Lisha, Cambodia’s Badass Female Rapper
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- Published on 07 February 2017
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While Suboi is making headlines around the world as Vietnam’s “Queen of Hip-Hop”, Cambodia has a badass female rapper of its own representing our neighbor to the west.
[Video] Hop on Saigon's Shiny New Electric Bus
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- Published on 07 February 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
Tourists in Saigon are now able to enjoy the city’s scenery on four eco-friendly electric buses.
Phong Nha’s Top Caving Tour Company May Cancel 2 Routes After Unexpected Fee Increase
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- Published on 06 February 2017
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Oxalis, Phong Nha’s leading cave tour operator, has announced it may stop running excursions to both Nuoc Nut and Va grottos in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park due to an unexpected management fee increase in 2017.
Facebook Is Vietnam's Favorite Way to Shop: Surveys
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- Published on 06 February 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
While Vietnam’s goal of becoming a cashless society by 2020 seems like a lofty one to say the least, some Vietnamese are well on their way toward embracing technology for shopping, according to three recent surveys.
Hanoi's New Code of Conduct Would Publicly Shame Those Who Misbehave
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- Published on 06 February 2017
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After unveiling a new code of etiquette for civil servants last December, Hanoi is drafting another code for its residents and visitors in hopes of rebranding the capital as a “civilized and polite” destination.
