[Video] No More Fruit: China Bans Erotic Banana-Eating Online
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- Published on 14 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
While South Korea is busy going wild for stray cats eating food, China has its own ideas about dining while in view of a webcam.
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks
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- Published on 13 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.
Vietnam Begins to Investigate Those Named in Panama Papers
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- Published on 13 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnamese authorities will be investigating the 189 Vietnam-based individuals and companies named in the controversial Panama Papers.
[Photos] Architect Pairs Minimalist Design With Green Surroundings
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- Published on 13 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Located in a greenery-free neighborhood of Binh Duong province, the beauty of Up2Green house lies not only in the urban zen of its architectural elements but also in the homeowners' motivations in building the house.
Hẻm Gems: Saigon's Sủi Cảo Street
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- Published on 13 May 2016
- Written by Dana Filek-Gibson. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
Saigon is, in essence, a giant food court. From District 1 to Binh Chanh, the city streets are pretty much a macro version of the cooked food section at your local market, spread out over miles of uneven sidewalk and cramped alley space. And in the great food court of the south, District 11's Ha Ton Quyen is where you go for sủi cảo.
[Video] Another Mass Fish Death Hits Vietnam
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- Published on 13 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
While the mystery surrounding central Vietnam's mass fish deaths remains, the four coastal provinces affected by the die-off are not alone in their plight, as locals in the northern province of Thanh Hoa have lost roughly 19 tons of fish after a nearby company dumped wastewater into the river.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Says US Lifting of Arms Ban Would Reflect Trust: Report
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- Published on 13 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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Environmental group bashes $1.1bn plan for Vietnam's Red River [Thanh Nien]
Vietnam Drank 1bn Liters of Beer in First 4 Months of 2016
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- Published on 12 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam, one of the world's thirstiest countries, drank over 1 billion liters of beer in the first four months of 2016.
[Video] Korea's Foodporn Obsession Now Involves Cats
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- Published on 12 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
By now, you've probably heard tell of South Korea's considerable muk bang viewership. This unusual online craze, in which nationally famous foodporn stars can earn thousands of dollars a month by stuffing their faces in front of a webcam, seems to be going strong.
Hanoi's Fancy, New, Boring Street
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- Published on 12 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Last weekend, Hanoi unveiled its first “model street”, on which all storefronts must follow strict aesthetic requirements.
Livinwondr: A People’s Art Project
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- Published on 12 May 2016
- Written by Zelda Rudzitsky. Photos by Brandon Coleman.
The first installation of new community project Livinwondrexpresses the stories and creative ideas of the public through transformative media art.
Vietnam to Merge 3 Emergency Phone Numbers Into 1
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- Published on 12 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnamese authorities are moving forward on a plan to merge the nation's three emergency hotline numbers into one.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam’s Lack of Iconic Buildings Is About to Change, Says Design Expert
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- Published on 12 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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Vietnam’s lack of iconic buildings is about to change, says design expert [Property Report]
Vietnamese mother jailed for killing son in 'resurrection' ritual [Thanh Nien]
[Illustrations] Local Illustrators Bring Saigon's Street Carts to Life
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- Published on 11 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Saigon's streets are full of mobile vendors, schlepping food carts or huffing it across the road with a bamboo pole over one shoulder. Whether selling hot food or fresh fruit, pet fish or woven baskets, these people are part of the city's everyday scenery.
Panama Papers List 189 Individuals Linked to Vietnam
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- Published on 11 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
While the initial shock of the Panama Papers has slowly begun to subside, Vietnam's involvement in the massive data leak is only just beginning.
Reunification Palace Opens 2 New Rooms to Visitors
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- Published on 11 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
One of the city's most famous landmarks has opened two new rooms for visitors.
[Video] The People of Hanoi's Forgotten River Island
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- Published on 11 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
As more and more economic opportunities come to Vietnam's cities so, too, do more and more people.
White House Confirms Obama’s Vietnam Dates
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- Published on 11 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Image manipulated by Nam Num.
Air Force 1 will soon be making stops in Saigon and Hanoi as the White House has confirmed that US President Barack Obama will make his first trip to Vietnam on May 21.
Morning News Roundup: Obama Weighs Historic Decision on Whether to Lift Vietnam Arms Ban
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- Published on 11 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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Short film raises public awareness of environmental pollution [Saigon Times]
Car Taxes in Vietnam Are Going up Again
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- Published on 10 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
With a new special consumption tax about to go into effect, car owners in Vietnam will soon face a far bigger financial burden when purchasing large vehicles.
