British Man Dies After Fall From Hostel Balcony In Phạm Ngũ Lão
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- Published on 10 December 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
A 33-year-old British National died on Monday when he allegedly fell from a Phạm Ngũ Lão hostel’s forth floor balcony, reports Thanh Nien.
Thao Dien House Blends Natural and Minimalist Elements
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- Published on 10 December 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
This beautiful house in Thao Dien built by MM++ Architects is a rennovation of an existing structure that has been transformed into a natural wonderland. The design focuses on connecting the home’s living space to its adjacent garden, allowing it to blend in with the landscape. The inside of the house that we would be happy to call home boasts an attractive minimalist aesthetic.
Morning News Roundup: Hanoi, HCMC Asked To Combat Sexual Harassment Against Women
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- Published on 10 December 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
HCMC customs officials awarded for finding heroin in unlikely places [Thanh Nien]
Photo copyright centre to be set up [Vietnam Plus]
Voters complain about quality of VN banknotes [Vietnam Net]
Authorities Debate Whether To Save One Of Saigon’s Oldest Buildings
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- Published on 09 December 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Built in 1876, the former Cercle des Officiers building which currently houses the District 1 People’s Committee is one of the oldest French colonial buildings left in the city. Not recognized as a historical or cultural relic, the rebuilding or demolition of the building would not violate any regulations, said the Head of the People’s Committee of District 1, Phạm Thành Kiên.
40 Countries Vietnamese Citizens Can Visit Without Applying for a Visa
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- Published on 09 December 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
As Vietnam’s middle and upper classes grow, people within them have access to plenty of money for international travel. However, it’s notoriously difficult for Vietnamese citizens to receive visas to countries such as the United States and Australia. This list outlines the nations Vietnamese can visit without applying for a visa before arriving.
Could 3D-Printed Plastic Replace Metal Roofs in Vietnam?
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- Published on 09 December 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
A new project out of a Harvard spin-off, Resilient Modular Systems, has developed a system of modular roofing 3D printed from waste plastic.
Vietnamese Cities To Launch “Taking Drunkards Home” Service
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- Published on 09 December 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Drunk driving is a serious problem in Vietnam that often has fatal consequences. To address this social ill, three Vietnamese cities are launching a pilot program that they hope will get drunk drivers off the road.
The Highest Paying Jobs In Vietnam
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- Published on 09 December 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Last month, Adecco released a report outlining the pay rates for the leading job titles in Vietnam. As recent years have shown us, those in finance and banking are taking the lion’s share when it comes to salary rates.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnamese Crewman Shot Dead In Pirate Attack Off Singapore
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- Published on 09 December 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnamese crewman shot dead in pirate attack off Singapore [Thanh Nien]
VN tops ASEAN in domain names [Vietnam News]
Hagupit Likely To Hit HCMC This Week
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- Published on 08 December 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Tropical storm Hagupit hit the Philippines today bringing heavy flooding to some regions and claiming at least three lives. If the storm stays on its current course, it will hit Ho Chi Minh City later this week.
[Video] How to Spend 36 Hours in Phnom Penh: NY Times
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- Published on 08 December 2014
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
“The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.” – Marcel Proust
[Photos] Bloodshed Erupts At Malaysian Stadium Following Vietnamese Win
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- Published on 08 December 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
As streets and hems across Vietnam erupted in celebration last night after the national football team defeated Malaysia 2-1 in the 2014 Suzuki Cup semifinal, Vietnamese fans at Kuala Lumpur’s Shah Alam Stadium suffered the violent wrath of local fans.
World’s Second Biggest Insect Discovered in Vietnam
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- Published on 08 December 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Scientists have recently discovered a new species of giant stick bug in Vietnam. Phryganistria heusii yentuensis is over 32cm long or 54cm with its legs outstretched. Before you have a heart attack and clear out the nearest Citimart of all its bug spray, fret not. They’re harmless.
87% High Percentage of Vietnamese Woman Sexually Harassed In Public: Report
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- Published on 08 December 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
A recent survey by three organizations (ActionAid, Research Centre for Gender, and Family and Environment in Development and Plan) found that 87% of Vietnamese women say they have been victims of sexual harassment in public places.
Icons of Old Saigon: André Pancrazi's Café de la Musique and Grand Hôtel des Nations
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- Published on 08 December 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
One of many French settlers of Corsican descent who made names for themselves in colonial Saigon, André Pancrazi is remembered as the proprietor of two old Saigon icons – the Café de la Musique and the Grand Hôtel des Nations.
Weekend News Roundup: Hanoi Reduces Its Tangle Of Wires
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- Published on 08 December 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Tiger farm found located near residential area [DTI]
Traffic cop crashes BMW 750 into militiamen; 2 dead [Tuoi Tre]
December Movies At Saigon’s Alternative Film Venues
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- Published on 05 December 2014
- Written by Zelda Rudzitsky.
The Christmas holidays are fast approaching but our alternative film venues have more in store for you than just Christmassy-flicks. Philosophy in cinema, the first Saudi Arabian film in history and a journey through the lives of musicians and bands highlight this month’s programme.
An Illustrated Guide to Old Saigon Slang: Part 2
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- Published on 05 December 2014
- Written by Dang Bui. Illustration by Nam Phung.
Mã tà! Nhà dây thép! Đi bum! Do these phrases look familiar? No? Don’t worry you’re not alone. This old Saigon slang is derived from mispronounced French words, the names of locations and plenty of metaphors.
HCMC Announces $570 Million Infrastructure Project For Thu Thiem
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- Published on 05 December 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
The Thu Thiem Urban Area has been stalled for over a decade. Even though the land has been cleared at a cost of nearly $1 billion, developers have been hesitant to invest in the project until the proper infrastructure is in place. To address these shortcomings, HCMC has announced that it will spend VND12.182 billion (US$569.4 million) for new bridges, streets and flyovers over the next three years.
[Video] Incredible Japanese “Prawn Cannon” That Cooks Shrimp In 3 Seconds
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- Published on 05 December 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Japan has built up one of the world’s strongest technology bases, leading the world in the production of creepy robots and sex dolls. But sometimes, Japanese inventors need a break from serious work and put their heart into something a bit closer to their stomachs. Like a prawn cannon.
