Saigon Officially Approves Thu Thiem's Eco Smart City
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- Published on 30 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
After years of small steps forward, the US$2.2 billion Eco Smart City project planned for Thu Thiem has finally received the official stamp of approval.
Take a Ride on the Langbian Cog Railway, Circa 1927
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- Published on 30 May 2016
- Written by Tim Doling.
The Langbian Cog Railway was opened in stages between 1919 and 1932. The first 40 kilometers of the line from Tourcham (Tháp Chàm) to Krông Pha travelled through relatively flat terrain and required only conventional adhesion rail technology, but the remaining 44 kilometers from Krông Pha to Da Lat rose from 186 meters to 1,550 meters above sea level, demanding the use of state-of-the-art Swiss crémaillère (cog railway) technology. This short article, published in L'Éveil Économique de l'Indochine on February 20, 1927, describes the inauguration of the first and most challenging 10-kilometer section from Krông Pha to Bellevue (Eo Gió, km 50) on February 10, 1927.
Weekend News Roundup: Vietnam Didn't Accept American Choppers and Snipers During Obama’s Trip
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- Published on 30 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Alexander McMillan.
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Katy Perry teams up with UNICEF in trip to Vietnam [Thanh Nien]
[Video] Foreigner Calls out Chinese Line-Jumper in 3 Different Dialects
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- Published on 29 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
In Vietnam, where creative queuing is often practiced – if queuing is practiced at all – dealing with someone who cuts in line is a common occurrence.
The Story of Hanoi’s Statue of Liberty
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- Published on 29 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Though New York City claims the most famous rendition of Lady Liberty, in the late 19th century, numerous cities around the globe built or received their own versions of the Statue of Liberty, including Hanoi.
Ministry of Health Recalls More Bottled Teas From Philippine Manufacturer
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- Published on 29 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
The Ministry of Health has recalled a fourth batch of bottled tea produced by Philippine manufacturer URC Vietnam after tests confirmed elevated lead levels in the drinks.
[Photos] Saigon’s Streets During and After Obama Visit
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- Published on 28 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
As he scooted around District 1 last week, tens of thousands of Vietnamese poured into the streets to show catch a glimpse of US President Barack Obama.
An Abridged History of Phở
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- Published on 28 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
Phở is serious business.
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks
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- Published on 27 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.
Da Nang Police to Fine People for Littering
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- Published on 27 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Da Nang is putting its foot down when it comes to public littering, imposing fines on those who throw garbage anywhere but the trash can.
[Photos] Hanoi's CN House Proves Good Things Come in Small Packages
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- Published on 27 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Hanoi-based architects MON Atelier recently transformed a tiny house tucked away in one of the capital's alleys from an aging, 45.6-square-meter structure to a charming, cozy residence known as the CN House.
Hẻm Gems: Binh Thanh's Delectable Bánh Căn
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- Published on 27 May 2016
- Written by Tran Thanh Binh. Photos by Brandon Coleman.
Located on a busy street in Binh Thanh District, Hai Ton Quan is a small, family-run restaurant that serves up Phan Rang-style cuisine, that glorious mixture of tasty, golden-brown rice cakes and fresh seafood.
Fake Cops Busted by Real Cops in Hai Phong
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- Published on 27 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
While everyone in Hanoi and Saigon is still coming down from Obamamania, two men in Hai Phong are in custody after posing as fake policemen and firing a gun at real policemen.
Morning News Roundup: Foreigner Introduces Paddle Board Taxi Service to Flooded Hanoi Street
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- Published on 27 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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Suspended public works leave HCMC residents in limbo [Vietnam News]
Foreigner introduces paddle board taxi service to flooded Hanoi street [Tuoi Tre]
Formosa Suspected of Tax Evasion in Vietnam
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- Published on 26 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Hung Nghiep Formosa Ha Tinh Steel Company – the firm which recently came under scrutiny after central Vietnam's mass fish death – is once again in hot water this week, as both the Ha Tinh customs department and Ha Tinh tax department have accused the firm of tax evasion.
[Video] Locals Help Rescue Massive Whale in Nghe An
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- Published on 26 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
On Wednesday morning, thousands of residents from Nghe An province's Dien Thinh Commune rushed to the local beach to watch the rescue of a large, stranded whale.
Thailand Decides to Close Popular Island Being Trampled by Tourists
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- Published on 26 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Thailand has decided to close one of its popular tourist islands, citing environmental and conservation concerns.
Street Cred: Ngo Quyen
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- Published on 26 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Northern Vietnam's Bach Dang River may be overshadowed by the buzzing tourist attractions of Ha Long Bay, however this historic river has played an instrumental role in Vietnamese history for centuries.
Vietnam, General Electric Enter 1,000MW Wind Power Pact
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- Published on 26 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
American-based General Electric (GE) and Vietnam’s trade ministry have agreed on a massive wind power deal that will supply the country with 1,000 megawatts of power by 2025.
Morning News Roundup: The Tale of Kieu, Lotus and the US President
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- Published on 26 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Shing Chan.
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HCMC finally requires acid buyers to present IDs after many attacks [Thanh Nien]
