HCMC Schools Burn Millions of Dollars on Unused Electronic White Boards
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- Published on 30 May 2014
- Written by Peter Cornish.
Schools in HCMC yet again face scandal, allegations of corruption and incompetence, and uncertainty about how best to use technology in the classroom, according to Thanh Nien.
[Video] Things Vietnamese Moms Do
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- Published on 30 May 2014
- Written by Brian Letwin
YouTuber, Richie Le, makes videos about the Vietnamese community in California. In one of his more recent videos, he takes on stereotypes of Vietnamese mothers. While it takes place in the US, the video shows that, for the most part, Vietnamese mothers act the same way no matter what country you live in (except, perhaps, for the raving bit).
American School of Vietnam Teacher Gets a $6,000 Haircut
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- Published on 30 May 2014
- Written by Dang Bui.
In a refreshing alternative to stories about crazy things wealthy Vietnamese spend their money on, Michael Barrs, a teacher at The American School of Vietnam, promised his students that if they raised $5,000 for Heartbeat Vietnam, they could choose his hairstyle.
[Video] City Planners Release Epic Plans for Future Saigon
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- Published on 30 May 2014
- Written by Brian Letwin
And we thought the plan to reorganize downtown Saigon was ambitious. This new video from The Department of Planning and Architecture of HCMC shows what it envisions to be the future of Saigon.
Street Cred: Yersin
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- Published on 30 May 2014
- Written by Vinh.
If you’ve been following this column, then you’ve probably noticed the pattern of folks getting famous for taking a stance and sticking up for Vietnam. By now, you should know that Vietnamese people are a fiercely proud bunch and they’re not predispositioned to back down from a fight.
Morning News Roundup: HCMC Seeks $1.8 Billion for Subway Project
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- Published on 30 May 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Suspended private Vietnamese airline given deadline for recovery plan [Tuoi Tre]
Russia Lays Down 6th Kilo-Class Sub for Vietnam [RIA]
Viettel provides free internet access to all schools [Nhan Dan]
Fun With Old Maps: Saigon (1895)
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- Published on 29 May 2014
- Written by Brian Letwin
While not the oldest map of Saigon we’ve come across, this 1895 map, “Plan des environs de Saïgon” shows not only downtown, but the surrounding countryside. Even after 36 years of French occupation, the city barely extended past the banks of the Saigon River.
Zelda Goes to the Gallery: Art Basel Hong Kong
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- Published on 29 May 2014
- Written by Zelda Rudzitsky.
Last week, Art Basel Hong Kong proved itself worthy of its older siblings (Art Basel – Miami and Art Basel – Switzerland) and probably even bested them by becoming the meeting and merging point between the East and the West, both concerning artistic aesthetics and the art market.
[Video] Apple Taps Into Vietnam’s Beauty for New iPad Commercial
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- Published on 29 May 2014
- Written by Brian Letwin
Vietnam is a beautiful country that happens to be obsessed with Apple products. While we’re still waiting for the first legit Apple store to open, the tech giant has picked Vietnam as setting for its new iPad commercial.
HCMC Has Stopped Extending Work Permits for Foreign Workers
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- Published on 29 May 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
In yet another blow to foreign workers in HCMC, the city’s labor authority has announced that it will stop issuing work permit extensions.
Future Saigon: the Eximbank Tower
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- Published on 29 May 2014
- Written by Brian Letwin
As The One Ho Chi Minh City moves along at a slow pace, behind it, the Eximbank Tower has begun its gradual climb towards the Saigon sky.
[Photos] Cars Crushed by Trees in Yesterday’s Storm
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- Published on 29 May 2014
- Written by Brian Letwin
Yesterday’s downpour not only caused massive flooding in Saigon but also managed to destroy 4 cars in the heart of District 1.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Tycoon Could Get 30 Years
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- Published on 29 May 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Water shortage grips Kien Giang island [VNS]
Vietnam tycoon could get 30 years [Thanh Nien]
Vietnam joins UN peacekeeping activities [Global Post]
Dung Ha: Vietnam’s Lesbian Mob Boss
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- Published on 28 May 2014
- Written by Dang Bui.
Among the infamous women of Vietnam’s criminal underworld, Dung Ha was one of the most notorious. Though her reign was short, it was characterized by wealth, power and love affairs that still draw curiosity to this day.
Dien Bien Man Killed by Lightning While Talking on Mobile Phone
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- Published on 28 May 2014
- Written by Brian Letwin
Mobile phones may be linked to brain cancer and have been known to shock people from time-to-time, but there’s a far more dangerous threat to those who enjoy chit chatting in the middle of a thunderstorm – lightning.
[Photos] Vietnamese Photographer Shoots Naomi Campbell for Harper’s Bazaar Cover
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- Published on 28 May 2014
- Written by Brian Letwin
Global fashion icon, Naomi Campbell, is front and center on this month’s issue of Harper’s Bazaar Vietnam.
[Photos] VietJet Brings Back In-Flight Bikini Shows
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- Published on 28 May 2014
- Written by Brian Letwin
VietJet Air is the honey badger of airlines; it just doesn’t give a sh*t. After getting fined for in-flight bikini shows in 2012, the budget airline has brought back the performances to celebrate its new route from HCMC to Singapore, according to infonet.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnamese Youth Take up Smoking
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- Published on 28 May 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnamese youth take up smoking [DTI News]
Massive shark caught near Quy Nhon [VietNamNet]
[Photos] Changes to Saigon’s Skyline (2003-2013): Part 1
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- Published on 27 May 2014
- Written by Brian Letwin
Within just a decade, Saigon’s skyline has changed dramatically. This is illustrated through photos taken by Michael Waibel, editor of the TP. Hồ Chí Minh: MEGA City photo book, from the Caravelle Hotel back in 2003 and from Sheraton Hotel in 2004 which he revisited in 2012 and 2013.
Chinese Fishing Vessel Sinks Vietnamese Boat Near Disputed Oilrig
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- Published on 27 May 2014
- Written by Brian Letwin
Late yesterday afternoon, a Chinese fishing boat rammed and sank a Vietnamese ship in the waters around the controversial oilrig that has stoked tensions between the two countries over the past few weeks.
