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 News Roundup: Northern Central Region Braces for Storm Doksuri
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[Photos] Last Night's Torrential Rain Paralyzes Saigon Streets
Nothing says “good morning” like having to wade through knee-deep flooding and battle severe traffic congestion on your way to work.
One of the Strongest Storms in Recent Years, Typhoon Doksuri, Is Heading Towards Vietnam
Vietnam’s coastal provinces just can’t catch a break.
Morning News Roundup: Nearly 80,000 Vietnamese Working Overseas in First 8 Months
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Nearly 80,000 Vietnamese working overseas in first 8M [DTI] Vietnamese troll fined...
Hanoi Traffic Solution Contest: Japan-Vietnam Team Clinches 2nd Prize, No 1st Prize Awarded
Remember Hanoi’s traffic congestion puzzle-solving competition?
Vietnam Should Establish Red-Light Districts in Special Economic Zones: Lawmaker
A member of Vietnam's National Assembly has suggested that the country should consider legalizing prostitution in special economic zones.
Controversial Tax Increase on Hold as Gov't Sets Its Sights on High Economic Growth
Vietnam's central government has ordered the Ministry of Finance to put the brakes on a series of controversial tax hikes.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam’s Copyright Watchdog to Start Charging Local Hotels From October
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Morning News Roundup: Kong Director Hospitalized After Alleged Bar Fight in Saigon
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Saigon Suspends Bus Rapid Transit Plan Over High Costs, Low Ridership Estimates
After years of planning, Saigon’s BRT system was recently scrapped by the municipal administration.
US Offers $24m for Elephant Conservation in Central Vietnam
The United States has pledged US$24 million to an effort to conserve some of Vietnam's last remaining wild elephants in Quang Nam province.
Fast-Fashion Furor at H&M Saigon Launch Sees 10,000 People Show up
Brace yourselves: Saigon’s fast-fashion fans are here.
Global Survey Names Vietnam Most Affordable Country for Expats
Vietnam has been named the most affordable country in the world for expats in a recent survey.
Weekend News Roundup: Hanoi to Axe More Trees to Make Room for Metro
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. More trees face chop for Hanoi metro [DTI] Vietnam Airlines retains four-star stat...
Vietnam PM Supports Plan to Give Saigon More Policy Autonomy
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has agreed to a proposal which would give Saigon more leeway to set policies separate from the central government, though details of the plan remain vague.
Da Nang Park to Shutter Zoo Section Over Poor Conditions, Attendance
The management of a park in Da Nang is seeking permission from local authorities to close a zoo on the park’s grounds due to a scarcity of animals.
Morning News Roundup: Traffic Cops Collect Unofficial Fines From Commuters Near HCMC Airport
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GrabShare Might Return to Saigon for a 1 Year Trial: Authorities
In Saigon, GrabShare might make a comeback later in the year.
Morning News Roundup: Microsoft, Bosch Replace Local CEOs With Foreigners in Vietnam
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Microsoft, Bosch replace local CEOs with foreigners in Vietnam [VnExpress] Rough G...
Japan is Running Out of Samurai, Ninja Due to Tourism Boom
Japan is being challenged by an unexpected shortage of both samurai and ninja, and this is not a joke.
