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: Vietnam’s Pepper Faces Difficulties Because of India’s Ban
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Vietnam’s pepper faces difficulties because of India’s ban [VietnamNet] Vietnam’s ...
Japanese Princess Mako to Give Up Royal Status to Marry a Commoner
One of Japan’s princesses has set her mind on marrying a member of the public, reigniting debate over the country’s outdated imperial law.
District 1 Sidewalk-Clearing Campaign Stalls as Leader Ordered to Stand Down
Saigon's sidewalk-clearing campaign has stalled, with the effort's leader claiming that he has been ordered to halt the drive.
After Visa Hiccups, Vietnamese Student Wins 3rd Prize at Prestigious US Science Fair
A Vietnamese high schooler recently clinched third prize at a science fair in the US, beating out 1,700 competitors from 70 countries.
Weekend News Roundup: Vietnam Finishes 3rd in Southeast Asia Race for Tourist Dollars
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Vietnam finishes third in Southeast Asia race for tourist dollars [VnExpress] In V...
Saigon to Get 800 More Green-Energy Buses by End of Year
Ho Chi Minh City aims to add 800 more green-energy buses to the streets this year, but officials are worried that the plan may fall through.
Morning News Roundup: Hanoi Woman Handed 1-Year Flight Ban After Ruckus With Flight Attendants
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. New Vietnam-Cambodia border markers unveiled in Dak Lak [Tuoi Tre] Hanoi woman han...
Developer Faces Penalty for Building Unauthorized Apartments in Da Nang
Da Nang authorities are scrutinizing an apartment building project by real estate conglomerate Muong Thanh.
Morning News Roundup: Expat Children in Vietnam Thrive Culturally, Survey Says
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. State-owned hospitals still ignore local medicines [VietnamNet] Vietnamese busines...
Hanoi Seeks Airport Expansion to Avoid Overcrowding
As Vietnam’s southern metropolis seeks solutions to Tan Son Nhat Airport’s overloaded infrastructure, Hanoi now wants to get in on the expansion game.
Morning News Roundup: Hanoi's Water Supply Forecast to Run Dry During Hot Summer
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Hanoi's water supply forecast to run dry during hot summer [VnExpress] Hanoi, Beij...
Saigon Mulls Constructing 4 'Smart' Parking Lots in the Future
Authorities are mulling over plans for "smart" garages in a bid to alleviate Saigon's congested parking problem.
Morning News Roundup: Ca Mau Loses Nearly 450ha of Coastal Land Each Year
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Ca Mau loses nearly 450ha of coastal land each year [DTI] Vietnamese-American man ...
Saigon to Build First-Ever Retention Basin in Cu Chi to Curb Flooding
Saigoneers are no strangers to flooding: the city is developing faster than its infrastructure can handle, so most efforts to combat this age-old issue have had limited effectiveness. Will a retention...
National Tourism Authority Rejects Suggestion to Amend Son Tra Development Plan
The Vietnam National Tourism Authority (VNAT) has stated its intention to move forward with an unchanged plan to develop a huge tourism zone on Da Nang's Son Tra Peninsula.
Weekend News Roundup: VNA Celebrates 10,000th International Flight to Da Nang
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Vietnam Airlines celebrates 10,000th int’l flight to Da Nang [SGGP] Two arrested f...
Morning News Roundup: HCMC to Promote Tourism at Cannes Film Festival
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. HCMC to promote tourism at Cannes Film Festival [VietnamNet] Ca Mau bird garden ca...
Da Nang Airport Welcomes New International Terminal
From now on, passengers on international flights to or from Da Nang will enjoy the comfort of a brand-new terminal.
Western-Trained Nguyen Thien Nhan Appointed as New Leader of Saigon
Nguyen Thien Nhan, who studied in the former East Germany and the US, has been appointed the new leader of Saigon.
Vietnam Considers Lifting Midnight Curfew to Attract More Tourists
Closing time may soon be a little later than midnight at your favorite hang-out spots thanks to a recent proposal from Vietnam’s Tourism Association.
