[Photos] A Sepia-Toned Glimpse Into China's Last Dynasty
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- Published on 28 September 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
In this rare, 19th-century black-and-white photo collection, China appears surprisingly spartan and somber.
Philippine President Duterte Arrives in Hanoi Today for Vietnam Visit
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- Published on 28 September 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Filipino President Rodrigo Duterte arrives in Hanoi today for his first state visit to Vietnam.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam's Rank in E-Government Index Moves Up
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- Published on 28 September 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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Power-hungry Vietnam may now look to disastrous Lao dam projects [VNExpress]
Ho Chi Minh City to provide free Zika tests as virus spreads [VNExpress]
‘Co Hau Gai’: Horror as a Vessel for History
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- Published on 27 September 2016
- Written by Brian Letwin.
Vietnamese cinema is entering a new stage of development, one in which Vietnam-based directors are seeking to create compelling storylines that keep up with the industry’s ever-increasing production quality. One film that has stood out from the pack is Co Hau Gai (The Housemaid), a horror flick set during the country’s French colonial era.
Vietnam to Subsidize Condoms After Young Couple Uses Plastic Bag As Contraceptive
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- Published on 27 September 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Last week, the Vietnamese government decided to start subsidizing condoms to encourage their usage among students.
[Photos] Let There Be Light: Architects Create Bright, Airy Hem House
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- Published on 27 September 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Once again, a group of Saigon-based architects has risen above their peers and transformed a seemingly disadvantaged plot of land into a sight to behold: the Hem House.
Singapore's Michelin-Starred Chicken Rice to Become a Global Franchise
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- Published on 27 September 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
International fans of Singapore’s latest Michelin-starred chicken rice eatery will be glad to hear that they may no longer need to travel all the way to the island nation for their soya sauce chicken fix as the vendor is reportedly in talks to expand his brand into a global franchise.
Stormageddon Brings Saigon to Its Knees
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- Published on 27 September 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
This week is off to a rough start for Saigoneers after yesterday’s torrential downpour brought unprecedented flooding to the southern hub.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Central Bank Wants to Forbid Foreigners From Opening Savings Accounts in Local Currency
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- Published on 27 September 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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Vietnam central bank wants to forbid foreigners from opening savings accounts in local currency [Tuoi Tre]
Vietnam to run for non-permanent UN Security Council seat [VietNamNet]
[Photos] Photographer Highlights Tokyo’s Surrealistic Neon-Lit Nightscape
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- Published on 26 September 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
The first time Liam Wong visited Tokyo, he was captivated by the buzzing energy of the Japanese capital. Enamored of its crowded streets and lively nightlife, Wong returned to Tokyo for a second trip, this time with a DSLR in hand.
Thailand's Nudist Resorts Are a Haven for Naturists
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- Published on 26 September 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
For international naturists, a visit to one of Europe’s many nudist beaches ranks high on the travel to-do list. If you’re not, however, one for showing skin in too public a place, a series of Thai nudist resorts now offer the best of both worlds: the freedom of going au naturel coupled with the exclusivity of a high-end getaway.
VNA to Buy 10 New A350 Airbus, Fly Nonstop to LAX
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- Published on 26 September 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Illustration by Lee Starnes.
It looks like Vietnam is pushing to make nonstop flights to and from the United States a reality as Vietnam Airlines just signed a deal with Airbus for a fleet of 10 aircraft built especially for long-distance flights.
[Video] How Obama’s Bún Chả Dinner Came to Be
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- Published on 26 September 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
When Obama visited Hanoi last May, he made a number of positive developments during his trip: lifted a 50-year-old arms embargo, witnessed the signing of a US$11.3 billion business deal, heralded the beginnings of a Fulbright University in Vietnam and generally won the hearts of the Vietnamese people.
D7 Officials Uncover Source of Phu My Hung Stench
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- Published on 26 September 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
After years of living with an unpleasant stench, authorities have finally uncovered the source of Phu My Hung’s foul smell.
Weekend News Roundup: Chinese Chemicals Flood Vietnam's Agricultural Sector
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- Published on 26 September 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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SAM Media ‘leeches’ $10mn from Vietnamese users, fined $2,400 [Tuoi Tre]
Facebook says will learn from mistake over Vietnam photo [Tuoi Tre]
Hanoi Architects Voice Concern Over Hoan Kiem Metro Station
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- Published on 25 September 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Though Hanoi officials recently approved the inclusion of a metro station near Hoan Kiem Lake, not everyone in the capital is happy about it.
Street Cred: Thoai Ngoc Hau, Dedicated but Misunderstood
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- Published on 25 September 2016
- Written by Khoi Pham. Illustration by Henry Chi-Hieu Nguyen.
For someone whose entire life was dedicated to national progress, Thoai Ngoc Hau really didn’t receive the treatment he deserved for his achievements. Marred by a wrongful conviction, even after his death, the official’s reputation remained damaged, leaving many of his descendants to bear the brunt of their forefather’s fate.
[Podcast] Renovation Generation: Hoang Duc Minh’s Socially Conscious Startup
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- Published on 25 September 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Illustration by Henry Chi-Hieu Nguyen.
In its most recent episode, Hanoi’s Renovation Generation podcast profiles techie Hoang Duc Minh.
New Angkor Wat Research Delves Into Daily Lives of Ancient Khmer
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- Published on 24 September 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Fresh on the heels of some revolutionary discoveries, archaeologists are uncovering the daily lives of ancient Khmers at Angkor Wat.
#WeAreSaigoneer: Instagram Shots of the Week
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- Published on 24 September 2016
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From waterfalls to power lines to a sea of umbrellas, this is what we saw through our lens this week.
