Should Smart-Phones and Tablets be Allowed in Vietnamese Classrooms?
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- Published on 06 March 2014
- Written by Peter Cornish.
With rapid growth of the availability of technology in Vietnam, especially smartphones, tablets and phablets, teachers and authorities are starting to question their use by students in the classroom, reportes Vietnam News.
Green Drinks - Air Conditioning - the Case for Re-Engineering for a Greener World
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- Published on 06 March 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
From the organizer:
Green Drinks is back in town. Join us to meet Xavier Pinchart to explore why classical air conditioning is a total nonsense when faced to energetic challenges.
Morning News Roundup: Sole Vietnamese Billionaire Drops 118 Notches in Rankings
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- Published on 06 March 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
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Chinese deported after in-flight stealing attempts [VietNamNet]
Vietnam allows US to increase MIA search teams [Nhan Dan]
Vietnam doctors separate conjoined baby boys [Thanh Nien]
UK Tapped as Development Partner for Thu Thiem
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- Published on 05 March 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Last Thursday, David Puttnam, the Prime Ministerial Trade Envoy to Vietnam, met with the HCMC mayor’s office to discuss “cooperation with the city in developing its new Central Business District,” reports Thanh Nien.
Interview With the Organizers of the 'Neighbors' Gay Party
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- Published on 05 March 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Neighbors is a monthly event, a Facebook community, and a group of volunteers. It is where Saigon’s gay community gathers to connect and expand business networks, furthers careers, and stay current with what’s happening in the community. Saigoneer talked the organizers of the event (the first of which will take place this Saturday at OMG) who explained that unlike other gay events in Saigon, Neighbors focuses on networking and creating a positive get-together for the gay community, rather than a place to hookup.
TP. Hồ Chí Minh: MEGA City - The Village in the Mega City
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- Published on 05 March 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Saigoneer is proud to be the media sponsor of the TP. Hồ Chí Minh: MEGA City photo book. Over the course of the next few weeks, we’ll be giving you an overview of the book's fantastic photos. Today we’ll take a closer look at the fifth chapter: The Village in the Mega City.
‘Flappy Bird’ Creator Working on a New Game
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- Published on 05 March 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
To the delight of mobile gamers across the globe, ‘Flappy Bird’ creator, Dong Nguyen, is working on a new game, reports GamesInAsia.
Morning News Roundup: Will Vietnam Change Time Zone to GMT+8?
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- Published on 05 March 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Cambodia-made car causes shocks to Vietnam’s auto industry [VietNamNet]
Vietnamese swimmer shines at US competition [Vietnam Plus]
Ho Chi Minh Trail recognized as special national relic [SGGP]
HCMC Experiencing Strong Economic Growth in 2014
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- Published on 04 March 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Ho Chi Minh City is currently experiencing a period of strong economic performance, according to a report from Vietnam Briefing, with a diverse set of business sectors seeing “robust” growth compared with last year.
HCMC to Name Street After Marxist Icon, Che Guevara
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- Published on 04 March 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Ho Chi Minh City is set for a massive street renaming program in honor of historical figures from both Vietnam and abroad, according to Tuoi Tre. Along with the obvious Vietnamese heroes, such as general Vo Nguyen Giap, there are a few surprise appearances such as Cuban revolutionary, Che Guevara.
Saigon Artist Spotlight: Jack Clayton
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- Published on 04 March 2014
- Written by Claudia Davaar Lambie.
Jack Clayton is an artist from East London who has spent the last four years travelling. His inspiration for his art work is drawn from his experiences around the world and a representation of his environment. He specialises in woodcut relief printmaking which is actually a traditional art form of Vietnam and of Asia in general. In addition to the woodcut, he also uses intricate pen and ink illistrations.
The Long Biên Bridge – “A Misshapen But Essential Component of Hà Nội’s Heritage”
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- Published on 04 March 2014
- Written by Tim Doling.
Described by one writer as “a misshapen but essential component of Hà Nội’s heritage,” the Long Biên Bridge has clearly seen better days, but still commands such affection that recent government proposals to relocate or rebuild it had to be abandoned. Việt Nam railway historian Tim Doling revisits the turbulent history of this Hà Nội icon.
Vietnam Named a Top-50 International Tourist Destination
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- Published on 04 March 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam ranks as one of the Top-50 international tourist destinations according to www.movehub.com, a popular website for those seeking to move abroad, reports VietNamNet.
Morning News Roundup: Japanese Cosplayer Apologizes for 'Suggestive' Poses at HCMC Fest
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- Published on 04 March 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Oyster growing pollutes rivers [SGGP]
Southern national park faces risk of forest fires following dry spell [SGGP]
Italians offered insight into Vietnam's history [Vietnam Plus]
Tighter Regulations for Foreign Workers in Vietnam Announced
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- Published on 03 March 2014
- Written by Claudia Davaar Lambie.
Foreign workers will be expected to produce even more paperwork to secure a job in Vietnam, reports Tuoi Tre. The document, Circular 03/2014 places emphasis on the Vietnam labour code on foreign workers. This report will help to guide the implementation of the proposed Government Decree 102/2013.
What does this all mean?
Saigon Sound: Daedelus
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- Published on 03 March 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
We caught up with Daedelus after he played to an enthusiastic crowd in Saigon in January. Surprisingly, there was a stark difference between his studio work, as stated earlier in his interview with Saigoneer.
[Video] Mesmerizing Saigon Tilt Shift Time Lapse
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- Published on 03 March 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
We sure love our Saigon time lapse videos. For a frenetic city like ours, these cinematic pieces are able capture its energy, perhaps more than any other medium. We recently stumbled upon this video, made by the Gotan Project back in 2009. Using the awesome tilt shift technique, it adds an additional lens with which to view the city.
TP. Hồ Chí Minh: MEGA City - Demolition & Vision
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- Published on 03 March 2014
- Written by Brian Letwin
Saigoneer is proud to be the media sponsor of the TP. Hồ Chí Minh: MEGA City photo book. Over the course of the next few weeks, we’ll be giving you an overview of the book's fantastic photos. Today we’ll take a closer look at the fourth chapter: Demolition & Vision.
Official: Vietnam Should Adopt Red-Light Districts
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- Published on 03 March 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
At a conference on measures to prevent and control prostitution, a government official suggested that Vietnam establish red-light districts to curb prostitution, reported Thanh Nien.
[Video] Fatal Head-on Collision Caused by Drunk Driver
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- Published on 03 March 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
While the Vietnamese government has launched campaigns to curb drunk driving, it remains a serious problem across the country. This video, posted by Thanh Nein, shows the deadly consequences of this reckless act and reminds us never to get too comfortable when driving our motorbikes.
