20 Photos of Saigon From the Early 1990s
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- Published on 21 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
By the early 1990s, Saigon had yet to emerge from its post-war cocoon. Having lost its colonial sheen and cosmopolitan character, it would be another few yeas before the effects of the Doi Moi reforms would kick in, ushering in the current era of development and modernization.
Man Arrested For Allegedly Murdering Vietnamese Woman In Singapore
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- Published on 21 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Yesterday afternoon, Singaporean police responded to a “call for assistance” from an apartment block on Ang Mo Kio Avenue 10 and, upon their arrival at the scene, found the body of an unidentified Vietnamese national.
3 Massive Statue Heads Unearthed At Cambodian Temple
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- Published on 21 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Last weekend, three massive Angkorian-era statue heads at Banteay Chhmar temple in Banteay Meanchey Province were unearthed.
[Video] How White People Order Vietnamese Food
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- Published on 21 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Many poke fun at white American’s for showing off appreciation for ethnic food. After all, if you want to be cool in the eyes of others, what better way that to spin off a few words in another language and drop some “knowledge” about a foreign gastronomy?
Civilian And Military Aircraft Nearly Collide Over Tan Son Nhat
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- Published on 21 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Authorities met yesterday to discus an incident in which a military helicopter and civilian passenger jet “narrowly missed” colliding over HCMC’s Tan Son Nhat Airport on October 29.
Morning News Roundup: Alien Species Pose Threat To Vietnamese Wildlife
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- Published on 21 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam aims to foster space technology [Vietnam Plus]
Motorbike expected to be popular in Vietnam for 30-40 more years [DTI News]
In Vietnam, foreigners can rent a forest, but can't buy a house [Thanh Nien]
The Stories Behind Vietnamese Bank Notes
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- Published on 20 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Though we’ve previously written about the history of Vietnamese currency, we haven’t deeply explored the beautiful artwork the adorns their backsides which feature not only famous landmarks, but more humble images of daily life and economic activity.
[Video] Couple Takes Road Trip From Vietnam To Cambodia, Gives Bike Away To Street Vendor
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- Published on 20 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
When Dylan Ozanich and his girlfriend took a 1,800km road trip from Hoi An to Phnom Penh a few months back, they bought an old Honda Dream which they dubbed the “Red Rocket.”
Jagwar Ma To Bring Their Unique Indie/Dance Sounds To Cargo Bar In December
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- Published on 20 November 2014
- Written by Seamus Butler.
If ever there were an experiment in music that yielded such results as the FLRL community did in Sydney, audiences would be spoilt for a generation. Jagwar Ma is one of those results.
HCMC Authorities Scrap Plan For Helipad, Tunnels At New Admin. Center
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- Published on 20 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Plans for a helipad and tunnels within HCMC’s new administrative center have been omitted from the latest proposal.
Herbs: The Unsung Heroes Of Vietnamese Cuisine
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- Published on 20 November 2014
- Written by Dang Bui.
People travel to Vietnam from all over the world for the country’s culinary magic. But while broths, meats and noodles are often play the leading role, the unsung heroes of Vietnamese cuisine are fresh herbs which grace almost every dish.
The Mysterious Tunnels That Lie Beneath Saigon
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- Published on 20 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
While the tunnels under Independence Palace and the Ho Chi Minh City Museum are open to tourists, new research shows that they are part of a more extensive tunnel network that lies under the streets of Saigon.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Should Not Limit Motorcycles: World Bank
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- Published on 20 November 2014
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Circular ownership poses threat to Vietnamese school system [Vietnam Net]
HCMC sets to market bio gasoline [SGGP]
Vietnamese tea not grown in dioxin polluted soil, official [SGGP]
Trung Nguyen Is Finally Going Global: Plans 100 Shops For UAE
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- Published on 19 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
After eyeing international expansion for years, Vietnamese coffee giant, Trung Nguyen seems set to take its first step in that direction, starting with the United Arab Emirates.
[Photos] Abandoned Nam Dinh Church Being Swallowed by the Sea
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- Published on 19 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Nam Định Province is full of beautiful churches, but while many remain in good condition, the Heart Church, located on Xương Điền beach, has seen better times. With each passing day, the now abandoned structure moves closer into the embrace of the waves and sea.
Black Infinity And White Noiz To Rock Cargo Bar Next Week
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- Published on 19 November 2014
- Written by Seamus Butler.
Smack in the middle of Saigon International Music Week on November 30th come two of the most reliable acts in Vietnam’s rock music scene.
Vietnam Ranks First in Southeast Asia for Diabetes
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- Published on 19 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Add diabetes to smoking and drinking on the list of major threats to Vietnam’s public health.
Online Train Tickets Coming To Vietnam Next Month
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- Published on 19 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Starting on December 1, customers will be able purchase train tickets online, the first phase of a digitalization plan by the Vietnam Railway Corporation (VNR).
[Video] Anthony Bourdain Returns To Vietnam To Film “Parts Unknown” Episode
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- Published on 19 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Celebrity chef and Vietnam enthusiast, Anthony Bourdain recently traveled to Huế to film an episode for his Emmy-winning CNN TV series, “Parts Unknown.”
Morning News Roundup: Residents Blow Whistle On Mangrove Destruction
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- Published on 19 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
CNN TV crew to highlight martial art Vovinam [Thanh Nien]
Residents blow whistle on sanctioned mangrove destruction in southern Vietnam [Thanh Nien]
French photographer shows Vietnam heritage and culture to world [Vietnam Net]
