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.
Morning Links Roundup: HCMC Eyes India as Potential Tourism Market
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Fish and sea cucumbers released in Nha Trang Bay [DTI] ▪ HCM City eyes on In...
Viettel Launches in Myanmar, Aims to Be First Company to Provide 4G Services
Dubbed MyTel, the mobile network company’s Myanmar operation plans to be the nation’s first to provide complete 4G services.
Vietnam to Ban Advertising for Alcoholic Beverages Stronger Than 15%
According to a proposal, beverages with higher than 15% alcohol content would be banned from promotions of any kind. Advertisements of weaker drinks would also face strict regulations.
Morning Links Roundup: Fuel Price Hike Propels Vietnam’s May Inflation to Record High
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Hanoi takes stronger stance on fire code violations [VietnamNet] ▪ Fuel pric...
Leica Opens First Flagship Boutique in Saigon at Deutsches Haus Building
Now there are two official Leica boutiques in Vietnam.
Morning Links Roundup: Vietnam, US to Step up Maritime Security Cooperation
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Vietnam, US to step up maritime security cooperation [VnExpress] ▪ Hanoi att...
Schools in Phu Quoc Are Being Replaced With Development Projects
The rate of development in Phu Quoc is taking a toll on the city's primary and secondary education school sites.
First-Ever Nude Photography Exhibition to Open in Hanoi This July
New ground will be broken in Hanoi this summer when the city sees its first-ever exhibition of nude photography.
Saigon to Have First River Toll Booth Under New Binh Loi Railway Bridge
Once construction on Saigon’s Binh Loi Railway Bridge finishes, ships will be expected to pay a fee to pass beneath the new structure.
Morning Links Roundup: Vietnam Ranks 2nd at Asia-Pacific Maths Contest With 6 Golds
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Sugar prices rise globally, local sugar expected to surge [SGGP] ▪ Vietnam r...
Vietnam U-23 to Play Against Barcelona U-23 at My Dinh Stadium This August
Thought the dust had settled on the excitement surrounding Vietnam’s U-23 football team? Think again…
Saigon Streets Are Not Flooded, Just Have 'Water Accumulation': Anti-Flood Agency
Pro tip: to solve life problems, avoid calling them by name and they will somehow disappear.
Weekend News Roundup: HCMC to Add 17 High-Quality Bus Routes
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ HCM City to add 17 high-quality bus routes [VietnamNet] ▪ Vietnamese banks u...
Indonesian Ride-Hailing Giant Go-Jek to Arrive in Vietnam Soon
The Jakarta-based company will invest US$500 million to expand to Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore and the Philippines.
Morning Links Roundup: Vietnam Trade Deficit With China Hits $150bn After 5 Years
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Vietnam trade deficit with China hits USD150bn after five years [DTI] ▪ Phu ...
2 Killed, 10 Injured After Train Carrying 400 Passengers Crashes Into Truck in Northern Vietnam
Last night, a passenger train heading south from Hanoi slammed into a truck at a level crossing just after midnight.
Saigon Launches Major Initiative to Reduce Plastic Use in Local Markets
Saigon authorities have issued plans to multiple municipal departments in hopes of seeing a reduction in the use of plastic bags and products.
Morning Links Roundup: Vietnam Ranks 84th Among World’s Most Powerful Passports
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Vietnam ranks 84th among world’s most powerful passports [DTI] ▪ Experts fea...
High-Profile Local Artist Under Investigation Over Rape Allegations From Past Models
More and more women are speaking out about the sexual abuse they had to endure in their work environment in the past.
Vietnam Ranks 1st in Asia, 6th of 53 in Female Business Ownership
Women constitute a large percentage of business owners in the country, though some major obstacles remain in the way of true entrepreneurial equality.
