Weekend News Roundup: Deputy Minister in Spotlight As Huge Personal Assets Discovered
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- Published on 13 February 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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Street Cred: Nguyen Du, Father of Vietnamese Literature
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- Published on 12 February 2017
- Written by Dana Filek-Gibson. Illustration by Anh H.
Even if you’re in need of a refresher on Vietnamese history, chances are you know the name Nguyen Du. The 19th-century statesman and poet is often known as the father of Vietnamese literature, and his epic poem Truyen Kieu is easily the country’s most famous work.
After Alleged Hacking, Hanoi Online Poll on Wartime Loudspeaker Reopens
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- Published on 12 February 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
The saga surrounding Hanoi’s wartime loudspeakers is more complicated than meets the eye.
Off-Season Rain Is Disrupting Vietnam's Agriculture
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- Published on 11 February 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
For Saigoneers, Vietnam’s recent bouts of heavy rain were nothing but a minor convenience. However, for rice farmers in other parts of the country, unpredictable weather patterns have the potential to cause severe damage to their spring-summer planting season.
#WeAreSaigoneer: Instagram Shots of the Week
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- Published on 11 February 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
From gritty apartment in District 5 to old-school 1960s music performance, this is what we saw through our lens this week.
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks
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- Published on 10 February 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.
Vietnam May Start Auctioning off ‘Lucky’ License Plates
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- Published on 10 February 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnamese officials are hoping to cash in on people’s love of lucky numbers by legalizing the auction of personalized license plates.
Vietnam is Samuel L. Jackson's Favorite Country for Filming
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- Published on 10 February 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Recently, legendary actor Samuel L. Jackson – star of the upcoming film Kong: Skull Island – took a little time out of his busy schedule fighting snakes and brewing beer to profess his love for Vietnam.
Hẻm Gems: Refreshing Chè at Hiển Khánh, a 60-Year-Old Retro Hangout
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- Published on 10 February 2017
- Written by Khoi Pham. Photos by Brandon Coleman.
Relishing a bowl of assorted chè at Thach Che Hien Khanh is more than just an afternoon spent shooting the breeze with friends, it’s also a trip down memory lane and an exploration into Saigon’s heritage, all rolled into a few sweet treats.
WisePass Solves the Question of 'What Are You Doing Tonight?'
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- Published on 10 February 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
The Saigon-based tech company offers a nightly bottle of spirits or wine at Saigon’s finest establishments through a user-friendly app, making evening plans effortless.
Vietnamese Scientist Discovers New Shiitake Species in Central Highlands
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- Published on 09 February 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
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
- Written by Saigoneer.
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
- Written by Saigoneer.
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
- Written by Saigoneer.
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
- Written by Saigoneer.
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
- Written by Saigoneer.
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
- Written by Saigoneer.
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
- Written by Saigoneer.
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
- Written by Saigoneer.
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.
