How French Colonialism Brought Spring Rolls to Senegal
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- Published on 13 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Thanks to a strange twist of colonial history, fried spring rolls have become a popular snack in Senegal, a West African country with no apparent connection to Southeast Asia.
[Video] The Life of Saigon's Longtime Lifeguard Couple
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- Published on 12 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Since the city’s beginning centuries ago, Saigon’s complex system of rivers and streams has provided its dwellers with sustenance, transport and even a livelihood. However, today the city is developing at such a dizzying rate that at times life could prove to be too much for some, who use the same river system that used to feed their ancestors as a way to take their own life.
#WeAreSaigoneer: Instagram Shots of the Week
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- Published on 12 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
From cityscapes to island life, this is what we saw through our lens this week.
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks
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- Published on 11 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.
Vietnam Mulls Cancellation of Ninh Thuan Nuclear Power Plants
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- Published on 11 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam’s future nuclear power development in Ninh Thuan hasn’t seen much smooth sailing. After being delayed once, then again and again, recently, the central government has started considering scrapping the plan for good.
Hẻm Gems: Crab Curry Fit for a King
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- Published on 11 November 2016
- Written by Brian Letwin. Photos by Brandon Coleman.
At a glance, this week’s District 4 Hẻm Gem might appear like any typical ốc restaurant in Saigon. Quan Oc 63’s laminated menu offers up no less than 40 dishes within its sticky plastic pages. However, among the restaurant’s scores of delicious seafood options lies a dish worthy of a king: cà ri cua, or crab curry.
Group Behind Whimsical Saigon Pop-Up Book Launches Crowd-Funding Campaign
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- Published on 11 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
A team of creative Saigoneers has turned the city’s most recognizable landmarks into a quirky pop-up book.
3 in 5 Vietnamese Women Face Abuse From Their Partners: Survey
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- Published on 11 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Nearly three in five women in Vietnam have faced abuse from their significant other in some form, according to a recently released report.
Morning News Roundup: More Vietnamese Students Study Abroad, But Few Foreigners Enroll in Vietnam
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- Published on 11 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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More Vietnamese students study abroad, but few foreigners enroll in Vietnam [VietnamNet]
Saigon airport adopts new navigation method to address air traffic congestion [VnExpress]
Vietnam Launches New National Tourism Website
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- Published on 10 November 2016
- Written by Dana Filek-Gibson.
On Tuesday, the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) launched its new and improved tourism website in an effort to boost the quality of the country’s tourism information and services.
Quang Ninh Pilots Self-Driving Car Route to China
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- Published on 10 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Starting this Wednesday, tourists in Quang Ninh province and China’s Guangxi Zhang Autonomous Region can board a fleet of self-driving cars to visit the other country for a short trial period.
[Video] Roam the Streets of 1984 Saigon
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- Published on 10 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Life in 1984 Saigon was harder than it is now, but the lifestyle of the southern hub's residents remains largely unchanged, from our undying love of street food to the eclectic mix of personalities that roam its streets.
[Photos] The MEGA City: Saigon's Innovative Architecture
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- Published on 10 November 2016
- Written by Michael Waibel.
Saigoneer is a proud media sponsor of the third edition of TP. Ho Chi Minh: MEGA City, released earlier this month. The compact and concise photo book explores urban development, landscapes and people in Vietnam’s largest metropolis, documenting the rapid changes currently transforming the city. With the support of the Goethe Institute as well as funding from Audi Vietnam, TP. Ho Chi Minh: MEGA City is divided into six chapters, each covering a major theme related to Saigon’s urban development.
Florida Elects First Vietnamese-American Woman to US Congress
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- Published on 10 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
In the aftermath of yesterday’s harrowing Drumpfster fire, there was at least one positive election result from the United States.
Morning News Roundup: Donald Trump Is America’s 45th President
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- Published on 10 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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Hanoi prepares for Rapid Bus Transit test run [VietnamNet]
UNICEF helps improve sanitation, water access in drought-hit Vietnam [VnExpress]
American First-Grader Creates Video Lessons for Vietnamese Students
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- Published on 09 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Mai Pham is not your average six-year-old.
Vietnam, Thailand Urge Farmers to Plant Less Rice, Diversify Crops
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- Published on 09 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Due to falling rice prices, Southeast Asia’s top exporters, Thailand and Vietnam, are urging farmers to diversify their crops.
Vietnamese Man Sets 4 World Records for Memorization
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- Published on 09 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Last Sunday, Ninh Thuan province’s Duong Anh Vu officially set four world records for memorization of statistical data.
[Photos] A Ride on North Korea's Glamorous Subway Trains
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- Published on 09 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
From unveiling a Netflix-like entertainment service called “Manbang” to banning sarcasm, North Korea is known worldwide for its bizarre antics. Therefore, it’s rather surprising to see that its metro, one of the deepest in the world, is just like any other Asian mass transit subway system…or is it?
Legislators Call for Law to Preserve Vietnamese Language
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- Published on 09 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Legislators are eyeing the possibility of imposing laws to preserve the Vietnamese language as experts and lawmakers expressed concern over its recent evolution last weekend.
