[Video] People Try Thuốc Lào for the First Time
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- Published on 22 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Youtubers Trong Trắng recently conducted a bit of a science experiment, giving a group of Vietnamese 20-somethings their first experience with a tobacco bong (điếu cày).
[Photos] Saigon's Old Trees Are Being Swallowed by Urbanization
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- Published on 22 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
District 10’s Le Hong Phong, An Duong Vuong, Nguyen Chi Thanh and Tran Phu Streets are fortunate to enjoy the shade of hundreds of large trees that were planted more than 50 years ago. However, many of these trees are being literally swallowed by buildings that continue to inch their way towards the pavement.
Old Saigon Building Of The Week: The Hùng King Temple
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- Published on 22 June 2015
- Written by Tim Doling.
The Hùng King Temple at 2 Nguyễn Bỉnh Khiêm was originally built in 1927-1929 under the name Temple du Souvenir Annamite (“Annamite Temple of remembrance”), primarily to honour the memory of Vietnamese soldiers who died while fighting in World War I.
District Eight Design’s Annual Factory Sale Is This Weekend
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- Published on 22 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
District Eight Design, purveyor of locally made and designed furniture, will be holding their annual Factory Sale this weekend.
Weekend News Roundup: Eight Suspected Tanker Hijackers Caught In Vietnam
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- Published on 22 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam to improve tsunami warning capability [Vietnam Net]
MOET still unsure how to produce good teachers [DTI]
Nguyen Hue Rents Jump 20%, Hurting Struggling Businesses
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- Published on 19 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Now that it has a fancy new pedestrian promenade, landlords that own buildings along Nguyen Hue Street are hiking rents, putting the hurt on business that are just starting to recover from slow sales during its construction.
[Video] Bún Riêu Chợ Nổi: A Life Spent Selling Bún Riêu In Can Tho’s Floating Market
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- Published on 19 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
This short documentary centers on Co Be, who sells soup to the busy workers at the Cai Rang floating market in Can Tho.
Internet Providers Should Compensate Users For Slow Internet: Lawyer
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- Published on 19 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
When the Asia-America Gateway (AAG) breaks down, many businesses suffer profit losses as deadlines are missed and workers are unable to complete their tasks. But while local internet providers commiserate with their plight, they say that the AAG ruptures are out of their control and won’t provide compensation.
[Photos] Saigon Mechanics Unveil The “Mammoth”
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- Published on 19 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
A homage to the aesthetics of a classic vehicles, this customized bike, dubbed the “Mammoth,” has been getting a lot of attention for its elephantine look.
Vietnam Officially Waives Visas for 5 European Countries
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- Published on 19 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
After weeks of speculation, Vietnam is officially scrapping tourist visas for citizens of Germany, France, Britain, Italy and Spain starting July 1.
Morning News Roundup: Saigon Buses To Have Onboard Cameras To Fight Sexual Harassment, Theft
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- Published on 19 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Malaysian navy ship pursuing hijacked tanker near Vietnam [Yahoo]
Educators make silly mistakes on diplomas [Vietnam Net]
Outside source ruled out as cause of frequency interference at Vietnam’s busiest airport [Tuoi Tre]
Hanoi Declares War On Public "Profanity"
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- Published on 18 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Hanoi’s Deputy Chairman, Le Hong Son, has ordered relevant ministries to crack down on public profanities on the streets of the capital.
[Photos] The Origins Of Caodaism, Vietnam’s Hybrid Religion
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- Published on 18 June 2015
- Written by Dang Bui.
Here’s a look at the early days of Caodaism, based on the writings of a French educated Vietnamese during the colonial period. This is all that is known about the author who was deported from Indochina for writing anti-French and anti-Japanese articles.
Authorities Report Radioactive Leak In Central Vietnam
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- Published on 18 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
An inspection of the Phu Yen Bridge and Road Construction Consulting Center revealed a leaky radioactive construction device that officials say could harm those who come in contact with it.
[Photos] This District 3 House Is Every Saigoneer's Dream
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- Published on 18 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
We’ve seen plenty of local architects incorporate traditional Vietnamese aesthetics into their designs, from Chapa brickwork to tube houses. But we’ve never come across something quite as stunning as Block architect’s Vegan House in District 3.
Ministry Proposes 50 Text Daily Cap To Combat SMS Spam
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- Published on 18 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
In an effort to combat the scourge of spam texts, the Ministry of Information and Communications is considering limiting mobile phone users to 50 texts per day.
Morning News Roundup: Facebook Now Has 30 Million Monthly Active Users In Vietnam
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- Published on 18 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Alexander McMillan.
Hoi An man develops free guidebook app for tourists [Thanh Nien]
Vietnam launches 700-ton boat for offshore patrol, rescue [Thanh Nien]
[Photos] Behold: The Vietnamese Avengers
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- Published on 17 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
25-year-old artist, Nguyen Quang Huy, has put a Vietnamese twist on some of Marvel’s most popular characters.
Saigon’s Abandoned 707 Being Removed From Its Resting Place
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- Published on 17 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
After 30 years spent fossilizing in an open field behind the HCMC Aviation Training Center, an antique Boeing 707 is being chopped up and removed from its resting place.
Surreal Photos Reveal The Magnitude Of Hanoi Super Storm
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- Published on 17 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
The effects of the historic storm that hit Hanoi last weekend were on full display on the capital's streets as thousands of downed trees and crushed vehicles littered the cityscape. As epic as these scenes were, they paled in comparison to the ominous storm clouds that hovered overhead.
