Bottoms Up: Alcohol Consumption Exploding in Vietnam
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- Published on 18 December 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
While this may come as no surprise to anyone who has driven past one of Saigon's many raucous beer clubs, Vietnam is home to one of the fastest-growing alcohol markets in the world.
Phu Yen Teachers Save 13 Schoolchildren From Flash Flooding
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- Published on 18 December 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
“Had it not been thanks to this cabinet, we would have drowned yesterday.” Teacher Thai Thi Tuyet Hong pointed to a corner, where the classroom’s filing cabinet lay drenched in a mushy layer of mud and sand.
Riding the Rails in Yangon and Beyond
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- Published on 18 December 2016
- Written by Meaghan Tobin and Matthew Cook. Photos by Matthew Cook.
“Hmmm…very interesting,” our new Myanmar friend muttered to herself, eyebrows arched, as she reached out to stroke Matt’s hirsute American arm.
Even With Vingroup, Affordable Housing Will Remain a Challenge in 2017: Former Official
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- Published on 17 December 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Shortly after the announcement of Vingroup’s new affordable housing brand, Vincity, another luxury real estate developer is entering the low-cost housing market.
#WeAreSaigoneer: Instagram Shots of the Week
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- Published on 17 December 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
From French colonial mansions to the chaotic traffic of urban Vietnam, this is what we saw through our lens this week.
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks
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- Published on 16 December 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.
Vietnam Aims to Provide Health Insurance for All HIV Patients in 2017
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- Published on 16 December 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam’s Ministry of Health just announced a plan to provide health insurance to 100% of local HIV patients in the future.
Hẻm Gems: Cô Hong’s Killer Late-Night Cơm Tấm
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- Published on 16 December 2016
- Written by Dana Filek-Gibson. Photos by Brandon Coleman.
In the 16 years she’s spent selling cơm tấm on the District 4 side of the Calmette Bridge, cô Hong has seen some things.
[Video] This Vietnamese Bà Stands up for Marriage Equality
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- Published on 16 December 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
A Vietnamese grandma has won the internet by speaking out in support of marriage equality in Australia.
7 Saigon Streets Could Become One-Way in 2017
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- Published on 16 December 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
In an effort to remedy Saigon’s current traffic pandemonium, local authorities are considering turning several of the city’s major streets into one-way thoroughfares.
Morning News Roundup: Donald Trump Speaks to Vietnam PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc, Hopes to Strengthen Ties
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- Published on 16 December 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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Donald Trump speaks to Vietnam PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc, hopes to strengthen ties [International Business Times]
Vietnam flight unable to land due to incompetent flight crew [Tuoi Tre]
Here’s What Will Replace Saigon’s Historic Tax Center
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- Published on 15 December 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Just a couple months after Saigon’s 136-year-old Tax Center met a sudden and untimely end, Japanese hotel firm Okura Nikko Hotel Management has announced a partnership with the southern hub’s Saigon Trading Group (Satra).
Hanoi Government Driver Under Fire for Hit-and-Run
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- Published on 15 December 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
A government agency is in hot water after a video recently emerged on social media showing a state-issued vehicle committing a hit-and-run in Hanoi.
Honda Invests in Grab, Promising Driver Education and Bike Safety
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- Published on 15 December 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
On Monday, the ride-hailing app Grab announced a new partnership with Japanese auto firm Honda.
[Video] An Intimate Look at Vietnam's Lush Landscapes and Vibrant People
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- Published on 15 December 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
When it comes to travel videos about Vietnam, there are generally two styles: the usual fast-paced time-lapse sequences that shine the limelight on local cities’ myriad colors and bustling nightscapes; and those videos that pay close attention to the intricate details of the country’s lush nature, pristine landscapes and diverse people.
Recognize Cockfighting as an Art Form: Vinh Long Officials
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- Published on 15 December 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vinh Long’s Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism is seeking permission to recognize cockfighting as an art form in the Mekong Delta province.
Morning News Roundup: 10 Districts in Hanoi to Have 5-6 Star Hotels
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- Published on 15 December 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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10 districts in Hanoi to have 5-6 star hotels [VietnamNet]
Hanoi police propose breathalyzer installment for cabs, buses [Tuoi Tre]
[Illustrations] Animals, Explained: 6 Unusual Vietnamese-to-English Translations
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- Published on 14 December 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Illustrations by Anh H and Henry Chi-Hieu Nguyen.
When it comes to the gap between Vietnamese and English, there are a lot of things that get lost in translation.
Flash Flooding, Landslide Paralyze Nha Trang
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- Published on 14 December 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Saigon is not the only city in Vietnam to suffer at the hands of Mother Nature this week: yesterday, a bout of torrential rain wreaked havoc on Nha Trang, paralyzing traffic and flooding thousands of homes.
[Photos] Rita Cafe, a Lush Oasis Under Saigon Bridge
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- Published on 14 December 2016
- Written by Brian Letwin. Photos by Brandon Coleman.
Before it was added to Google Maps a few months back, Cafe Rita was nothing more, it seemed, than a green smudge along the District 2 side of the Saigon Bridge.
