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: Vietnam’s GDP Growth to Slow After Record Performance in Q1
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Disturbing video captures woman beating, force-feeding children at Vietnamese nursery&n...
Saigon Officials Aim to Launch Noise Pollution Response Teams
Can officials keep the city quiet? Can officials keep the city quiet?
Paul Christiansen in Saigon
Dam Sen Park Stops Using Exotic Animals in Circus Shows Following Complaints
Dam Sen Cultural Park in District 11 will stop featuring wild animals such as orangutans, elephants and bears in their circus performances.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Plans to Cut Back Tax Incentives for Casinos in SEZs
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Vietnam’s aviation market welcomes new fleets [VietnamNet] ▪ Vietnam plans t...
In Myanmar, Human Hair Is a Lucrative and Noble Industry
Today, Myanmar is one of the major suppliers of human hair for countries around the world. The niche trade fits comfortably within in Burmese religious traditions and provides income for thousands of ...
China and India Are Outsourcing Emissions to Poorer Countries Like Vietnam: Report
As China and India ready ambitious reforms to enhance their efforts to combat climate change, large corporations are responding by looking to offshore their operations to lower-wage nations.
[Photos] Saigon Swims in Citywide 'Pool' After Weekend Downpours
If’s officially time for the rainy season in Vietnam or, as we say in Saigon, flooding season.
Weekend News Roundup: Lazada Faces Inspection After Multiple Service Complaints in Vietnam
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Public concerns over toxic chemical project near Ha Long Bay [DTI] ▪ Lazada ...
Vietnamese Government Proposes 33% Increase in Fuel Tax
The Vietnamese government is looking to raise the fuel tax to the highest permitted levels, according to a recent proposal by the Ministry of Finance.
Grab's Acquisition of Uber Might Have Violated Vietnam's Competition Law: Authorities
Officials are still deliberating over the next step to address Grab’s potential market monopoly.
Morning Links Roundup: Vietnamese Advised to Avoid Nonessential Travel to Indonesia
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Thousands of technological engineers recruited to work in Japan [SGGP] ▪ Vie...
Confusion Reigns Over Mobile Phone Registration Law
National Decree 49, which was issued last year, stipulated that all mobile phone users in Vietnam were required to register their phone with photo identification by April 24in order to avoid having th...
After Claims of Sexual Misconduct, Rocker Pham Anh Khoa Removed From UN Campaign, Concert, TV Contest
After the sexual assault allegation at Tuoi Tre gave rise to an emerging #metoo movement in Vietnam, more women are coming forward with stories of their own.
Morning Links Roundup: Trade Ministry Might Launch Antitrust Probe Into Grab-Uber Deal
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Amour for 'street knights' proposed after deadly robbing incident [DTI] ▪ Vi...
Open-Top Tourist Buses Rolling Into Hanoi Later This Month
You heard it here first (unless you’ve been reading other news sources). Starting at the end of this month, open-top buses will begin taking tourists to all the main sightseeing spots in the c...
D1 Vice Chairman Doan Ngoc Hai Has Officially Rescinded His Resignation
Who would have thought?
Adidas, Uniqlo and Nike Factories Are Leaving China for Vietnam
Vietnam now produces twice as many Adidas shoes as China, according to company filings.
Face-off With Armed Bike Thieves Sees 2 Saigon Street Vigilantes Fatally Wounded
Life as a night vigilante in Saigon is much less glamorous than that of a Marvel superhero, but so much more dangerous.
Morning Links Roundup: Peak of 2018's Hot Season Lasts From May to July, Expert Says
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Peak of hot season 2018 lasts from May to July [SGGP] ▪ Online tourism busin...
Morning Links Roundup: Education Ministry Proposes Draft Regulations on Foreign Language Centers
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Education sector calls for help for disadvantaged districts [SGGP] ▪ Draft r...
