Completion of HCMC’s First Metro Line Delayed 2 Years
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- Published on 14 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
While construction seems to be in full swing on Saigon’s first metro line, city officials have announced that completion of the project has been pushed back by two years. Oh, and costs have nearly doubled from initial estimates, reports Thanh Nien.
7cm Leech Removed From Backpacker’s Nose After Trip To Vietnam
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- Published on 14 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
After weeks of nosebleeds, a British backpacker discovered that a 7.63cm leech had been living in her nose for more than a month.
Vinhome’s $1.4B Binh Thanh Project Will Include Vietnam's Tallest Building
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- Published on 14 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Between the Saigon and Thủ Thiêm bridges in Bình Thạnh District sits a large plot of land which is currently home to stacks of shipping containers. If things go according to plan, by 2017, a massive, dense urban area will rise from this space, centered around a 81-story tower.
Hanoi Launches High Tech Traffic Control Center
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- Published on 13 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
On October 1, Hanoi officially put its fancy new VND230 billion traffic control center into operation, reports Zing.
Tạ Dương Minh – Thủ Đức’s Founding Father
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- Published on 13 October 2014
- Written by Tim Doling.
Built in 1879-1880 by the French, the historic Thủ Đức Market has in recent years become an increasingly popular destination for Hồ Chí Minh City residents wishing to stock up with the delicious local speciality snack, nem Thủ Đức. The origins of this attractive old market town may be traced back to the mid 19th century, when it was founded by a Chinese businessman named Tạ Dương Minh.
[Video] Saigon Artbook Anniversary Party Teaser
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- Published on 13 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
It’s been a year since the first edition of the Saigon Artbook was launched at La Brasserie. 12 artists and 4 editions later, the team has planned a special anniversary party at 3A Station on October 23.
[Photos] Massive Crowds Gather in Hanoi for 10/10 Celebration
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- Published on 13 October 2014
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On Friday night, Hanoians took to the streets to enjoy the VND4.5 billion fireworks show to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the city’s liberation. While the fireworks were the main draw, the crowds were perhaps even more impressive.
Kelly Clarkson To Play Miss Vietnam 2014 Finale
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- Published on 13 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Kelly Clarkson, winner of American Idol 2002 and performer of formulaic pop ballads, will make her way to Vietnam in December to entertain crowds at this year’s Miss Vietnam pageant finale in Phu Quoc.
Weekend News Roundup: Record-High Tide Turns Parts Of HCMC Into River
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- Published on 13 October 2014
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U.S. firm picked to design new Saigon Tax Trade Center [Vietnam Net]
Vietnam students create free crowdsourcing app for street travel [Tuoi Tre]
Vietnam's PM seeks to do away with official red stamps [Thanh Nien]
Saigoneer Presents: Photo Walk With Adam Robert Young
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- Published on 10 October 2014
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The Saigoneer Photo Walk is back!
[Video] Short Film “16:30” - A Day In The Life Of A Saigon’s Child Lottery Ticket Sellers
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- Published on 10 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
16:30 is a 17-minute short film by Vietnamese director Tran Dung Thanh Huy which made an appearence at the Cannes film festival in 2013. The film tells the story of a group of young Saigon boys who sell lottery tickets on the city’s streets.
[Photos] The White Prince Of Saigon
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- Published on 10 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
No one loves white more than this Saigon man.
[Photos] Vietnam Celebrates The 60th Anniversary Of Hanoi’s Liberation
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- Published on 10 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
On October 10, 1954, French troops folded up their flags and withdrew from their colonial capitol. As they left, Vietnamese communist forces entered the city, official ending 67 years of French occupation and effectively dismantling their holdings in SE Asia.
Saigon Must Preserve Its Old Buildings: Historian Tim Doling
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- Published on 10 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Resident Saigoneer historian, Tim Doling, was recently did an interview with Vietnam Net where he made a strong case for the preservation of Saigon’s historic buildings.
Haivl, “Vietnam’s 9GAG,” Acquired For $1.5 Million By Local Ad Agency
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- Published on 10 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Haivl, Vietnam’s answer to the massively popular US site 9GAG which entertains users with comical images and videos, has been acquired by a local ad agency, according to the site’s founder and admin, Vo Thanh Quang.
Morning News Roundup: Thousands Sign Petition To Save Saigon Tax Center
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- Published on 10 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
HCM City to use GPS to control radioactive devices [Vietnam Net]
TOEFT, TOEIC unaccepted for civil service exam applications in HCMC: Dept [Tuoi Tre]
Vietnam Electricity asks to increase power prices to cover $470mn loss [Tuoi Tre]
[Photos] The Children Of 1990 Hanoi
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- Published on 09 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Last month we posted a set of old pictures from 1990 Hanoi taken by Hans-Peter Grumpe. While that set focused on the city’s streets, the German photographer also snapped a number of photos showing the lives of children in the capital during this period of economic transformation.
Nguyen Hue Street Closed Until 2015 For Construction Of Pedestrian-Friendly Boulevard
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- Published on 09 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
The Department of Transport has announced that Nguyen Hue Street will be closed off between Le Loi and Ton Duc Thang Streets until April 28, 2015 when it will reopen as a pedestrian-only street, according to Thanh Nien.
The Most Badass Motorcycle Helmet Ever Made Includes Rear Camera, Bluetooth
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- Published on 09 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Pretend for a moment that money is no object. What would you include in your dream motorcycle helmet? Whatever you have in mind, it’s probably included in the Skully, a futuristic helmet that incorporates everything from a rear-facing camera to Bluetooth connectivity.
Vietnamese Oil Tanker Recovered After Being Hijacked By Pirates
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- Published on 09 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
A Vietnamese oil tanker that went missing 7 days ago after leaving Singapore has been located after being hijacked by pirates.
