David Beckham Arrives In Hanoi To Massive Crowds
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- Published on 11 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Retired star footballer, David Beckham, arrived in Hanoi yesterday afternoon where he unsurprisingly caused quite a stir.
Morning News Roundup: 78% Of Vietnam Children Under 6 Use Digital Devices
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- Published on 11 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
78% of Vietnam children under 6 use digital device: survey [Tuoi Tre]
Luxury car market booming in Vietnam [Vietnam Net]
Vietnam: Lack of Credit Cards Not Stopping Pursuit of E-commerce [VOA]
November Movies At Saigon’s Alternative Film Venues
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- Published on 10 November 2014
- Written by Zelda Rudzitsky.
If you believe that humanity is the essential aspect of cinematic endeavours, you will find plenty of it in this month programme from Saigon’s alternative film venues.
Vintage Vespa: The Extinction Of The Classic
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- Published on 10 November 2014
- Written by Tobias Briffa.
Sadly, Vintage Vespa is now becoming an endangered species. Gregg Mitchell, a Vespa renovator, moved to Saigon where he found an abundance of ‘Vintage Vespas’. He stated sadly, “They just don't make them like they used to. They’re all fibreglass and plastic.”
Future Saigon: Vietcombank Tower
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- Published on 10 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer. Photos by Lee Starnes.
The next big addition to Saigon’s skyline, the Vietcombank Tower, is nearly complete after years of construction.
Icons Of Old Saigon: The Hotel de L’univers
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- Published on 10 November 2014
- Written by Tim Doling.
Contrary to what many tourist websites would have us believe, the Grand Hôtel Continental was not Saigon’s first up-market hotel.
VNCam App Taps Into Street Cams So You Can Beat The Traffic
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- Published on 10 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
If you’re planning to hit the streets of Saigon or Hanoi during rush hour, VNCam, a new traffic tracking app, should be of great assistance.
Director Of Noi Bai Airport Apologizes For Poor Service, Promises To Improve
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- Published on 10 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Following a negative review of Hanoi’s Noi Bai International Airport last month, its director has issued a public apology and vowed to improve services, according to Thanh Nien.
Weekend News Roundup: Vietnam’s Productivity Rate Remains One Of World’s Lowest
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- Published on 10 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam’s productivity rate remains one of world’s lowest [Vietnam Net]
HCMC plans nearly VND16 trillion for Tet goods [SGGP]
Water plant project initiated to save polluted river [DTI News]
The Different Faces Of Bánh Cuốn
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- Published on 07 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer. Top photo by Lee Starnes.
A favorite breakfast for many Vietnamese, bánh cuốn (steamed roll) is a quick and delicious day starter. While the traditional is always a crowd pleaser, let’s take a look at some interesting renditions that have popped up.
[Photos] The Streets of 1970 Saigon Captured by Jerry Bosworth
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- Published on 07 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Saigon has come a long way from 1970 when it was truly feeling the effects of war. During this time, much of the government’s funds were going towards military equipment, leaving little for infrastructure development, a problem compounded by the millions of refugees who had migrated to the city.
Vintage Vespa: A Design That Stands The Test Of Time – Part I
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- Published on 07 November 2014
- Written by Tobias Briffa.
When Enrico Piaggio first saw the newly designed Vespa scooter, he exclaimed, “Sembra un Vespa it resembles a wasp!”. (The Vespa means wasp in Italian.) Out of a designer’s personal loathing for motorbikes, the ‘Wasp’ was born.
HSBC, ANZ To Close HCMC Branches Ahead Of New Operating Model
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- Published on 07 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
7 foreign banks, including the Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corp (HSBC) and the Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Ltd (ANZ) “finalizing procedures to close their branches in two biggest cities of Vietnam to switch to new operational model,” according to Tuoi Tre.
15 Awesome Drone Images of Downtown Hanoi
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- Published on 07 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
We’re all about seeing Vietnam from different vantage points, from street level to outer space. But perhaps the perfect middle ground are photos taken from drones which give the viewer a birds eye perspective without sacrificing the details.
Morning News Roundup: HCMC To Spend VND4 Trillion Removing Households On Canals
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- Published on 07 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
HCMC to spend VND4 trillion removing households on canals [SGGP]
Hanoi moves to control sex ratio at birth [Vietnam Plus]
Med-tech Firm Fined by US for Bribes in Russia, Vietnam, Thailand [Industry Week]
[Photos] The Breathtaking Natural Landscapes Of Tràm Chim
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- Published on 06 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Home to the famous and endangered Sarus crane, Tràm Chim houses a vast array of natural beauty.
Officials Deny Plans For Cable Car in Son Doong Cave
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- Published on 06 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Another chapter in the Son Doong cable car saga is emerging as officials from Quang Binh Province announced earlier this week that rumors of a cable car line to be built inside the cave were false.
Vietnamese Artist Wins Top Prize For Illustrations Showing The Plight Of Circus Animals
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- Published on 06 November 2014
- Written by Dang Bui.
In April, Hong Kong-based animal welfare organization, Animals Asia, launched a painting competition about the lives of wild animals in the circus. Hanoi artist, Dương Đoàn Anh Minh, took first prize with his image depicting a circus elephant bound in chains.
Singaporean Man Crowdfunds Over $10,000 For Vietnamese Tourist Cheated By Local Store
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- Published on 06 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Pham Van Thoai, a Vietnamese tourist, recently traveled to Singapore where he was “cheated” by an electronics store when buying an iPhone. After the story went viral, a Singaporean man started an Indiegogo campaign, raising over $10,000.
Vietnam To Issue International, Accept Foreign Driving Licenses
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- Published on 06 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
A recent announcement by the Directorate for Roads of Vietnam (DRVN) concerning driving licenses will have a significant impact for both Vietnamese and foreign drivers in Vietnam.
