Xuân Phương in Hanoi
Every Bánh Chưng Season, Vietnam’s Lá Dong Capital Comes Alive With Harvest Frenzy
On the patches of sandy soil by the river in Kim An Commune, Thanh Oai District, Hanoi, there’s a tiny village named Tràng Cát, where dong leaves have been embedded in local history, memory, and economy for centuries. Right in local courtyard, these broad green leaves were transformed into bánh chưng, ready for Tết feasts across the country.
Paul Christiansen in Saigon
Loneliness Too Waits for the Bus
We are all in this, but not together.
Thoughts I've Had While Stranded in Murky Floodwater on Saigon's High-Tide Days
I’m willing to forgive nearly everything about Saigon. It’s a sign of a sustainable relationship, as I still wish to coexist in peace with this city. To me, Saigon’s midday, even when the searing sun flares the strongest, is when the trees are the most glorious. The sudden bouts of torrential rain are indeed a nuisance, but I tell myself that at least the streets can get a wash after a dusty day. But there’s one thing that never goes away and that I can never write off; something I can’t, for the life of me, find reasons to romanticize or defend. Those are the infuriating floods that submerge Saigon streets every time the tide is high.
Saigon Sees a 10-Year Low of 18°C. What Are the City’s Highest and Lowest Temperatures?
This January, Saigoneers have been enjoying an unusually pleasant stretch of weather, with daytime temperatures hovering around the mid-20s and dipping to 18–20°C late at night and in the early morning.
Vietnam Bans Unskippable Ads, Requires Skip Button to Appear After 5 Seconds
If things go our way, YouTube’s notorious unskippable ads might be a thing of the past come this February.
Grindr Year-End Report Names Vietnam as Country With Biggest Top Shortage
Ever since Spotify launched its first global Wrapped function a few years ago, December has turned into an exciting season of stats-driven year-end reviews. “Wrapping” is now a tradition embraced by numerous apps, such as Strava, Duolingo, YouTube, Reddit, and of course, Grindr.
When Donations Are All Womenswear, Men in Flood Zones Turn Necessity Into Fashion
Vietnam’s South-Central Coast region is going through an especially grueling time of the year as both the local people and authorities have to deal with the aftermath of historic rainfall and flooding. Still, amid the mourning and strenuous rebuilding efforts, moments of levity shine through — a testament to the resilience, optimism, and incredible humor of the Vietnamese people in the face of hardships.
Đắk Lắk, Khánh Hòa Are Next Victims of 2025's Historic Flooding. Here's How to Help.
After nearly a week of constant downpour, many provinces of Vietnam’s Central Highlands and South-Central Coast regions have suffered severe flooding and landslides, causing catastrophic damage to local infrastructure, economic activities, and deaths. This has been yet another month of loss and destruction for Vietnam in 2025, which is shaping up to be the most devastating year in recent history due to consecutive powerful typhoons and atypically high rainfall.
Hanoi Metro Drivers Undergo Training in Beijing
Over the last year, drivers who will work on Hanoi's upcoming Cat Linh–Ha Dong metro line have trained for the job in Beijing.
Morning Stories Roundup: HCMC Attracts $2.77bn in FDI in 5 Months
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National Assembly Votes Against Bill That Would Ban Selling Alcohol After 10pm
Citing impracticality of enforcement and negative effects on tourism, the parliament has rejected a bill proposed by the Ministry of Health to place a curfew on alcohol sales.
Morning Stories Roundup: Litter Classification in HCMC Proves Ineffective
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Delayed Site Clearance, Compensation Stall Saigon Flood-Prevention Projects
There are currently four clusters of flood-prevention projects underway in Saigon, all of which are still struggling to move forward with the process of land acquisition.
Weekend Stories Roundup: Da Nang Bus, Hanoi Food Festival and Student Hackers
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Connectivity Is Key to Ethnic Minority Development, World Bank Report Shows
A new research project by World Bank looks at the socio-economic performance of seven ethnicities in Vietnam including San Diu, Muong, Khmer, Xo Dang, Kho Mu and Mong.
Hanoi Authorities Ban Recreational Use of Laughing Gas
All recreational use of laughing gas is now illegal in Hanoi following a decision from the city’s administration.
Vietnam's Economy Might Be Larger Than Singapore's in 10 Years: DBS Report
With growth rates that could steady at 6.5% over the next decade, Vietnam's economy could surpass that of Singapore by 2029, according to a report by a Singaporean bank.
Morning Stories Roundup: HCMC's CPI up 0.58% in May
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Morning Stories Roundup: HCMC Focuses on Urban Regeneration Along Canals
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Flooding on Quang Ninh-Chinese Border Kills 1, Destroys Cargo Boats
Following heavy rains across northern Vietnam and unannounced discharged waters from a Chinese dam, Mong Cai Town in Quang Ninh Province has suffered from damaging floods.
Vietnam Earmarks $1.2bn for Forest Protection, Restoration
The plan focuses on improving sustainable forest and environmental management, protection and development along with conservation to increase total forest cover from 2.5 million hectares to 2.72 ...
Nguyen Huu Linh to Face Trial for Sexually Harassing Young Girl in Elevator
Almost two months after the incident occurred, Saigon authorities have officially moved forward with the child sexual harassment case that has attracted significant public attention.
Morning Stories Roundup: Heavy Rains Forecast to Hit Northern Localities
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Disjointed Drainage, Trash-Filled Canals Make Tan Son Nhat Prone to Flooding
With great summer showers comes great flooding.
Weekend Stories Roundup: Public Bikes, VinID and Forest Protection
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Hanoians Can Now Sell Solar Power Back to the Grid
Authorities in the Vietnamese capital are now offering to pay Hanoians who produce solar power and sell it back to the grid.
Hong Kong Transport Authorities Ban, Then Unban Ad Showing Gay Couple
The Cathay Pacific ad depicts two well-dressed gentlemen strolling hand-in-hand down the beach accompanied by the phrase "move beyond labels" as part of a larger inclusivity campaign.
Morning Stories Roundup: Coral Reefs, Tuition Fee Hike and Mobile Payment
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