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: Secretariat Turns Down HCMC Proposal on Fireworks for Reunification Day
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Secretariat turns down Ho Chi Minh City proposal on fireworks for Reunification Day [Tu...
Saigon's Metro Construction May Be Delayed Due to Financial Setbacks
Two of Saigon’s largest infrastructure projects – including the high-profile Metro Line 1 and an environmental facility – might be delayed in the near future due to insufficient funds.
Traffic Accidents Killed 9,000, Seriously Injured Thousands More in Vietnam Last Year
In Vietnam, traffic accidents remain one of the leading causes of deaths, but the country still hasn’t done enough to stress the importance of road safety to its citizens.
Morning News Roundup: Hoi An Seeks to Control Tourism Boom on Protected Islands
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Hoi An seeks to control tourism boom on protected islands [VnExpress] Nature gets ...
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam's Car Market Has 2nd-Fastest Growth in World
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Vietnam's car market has second-fastest growth in world [VietnamNet] Vietnam’s pla...
Vietnam's First Waste-to-Energy Plant Starts Operation in Hanoi
Vietnam’s first waste-to-energy plant is now ready for commercial operations.
Saigon Welcomes Dedicated 'Jewelry Street' in District 5
In another effort to enhance the city’s image, Saigon authorities have greenlit the establishment of a jewelry street in District 5.
Morning News Roundup: Drivers Bemoan Confusing Toll Booth Rules in HCMC
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Drivers bemoan confusing toll booth rules in Ho Chi Minh City [Tuoi Tre] Activists...
An Giang Riverbank Collapses, Drags 16 Houses Underwater
Last Saturday, an entire section of a riverbank in the Mekong Delta's An Giang province collapsed, dragging scores of houses into the river.
Here Are the Most Profitable Companies in Vietnam Last Year
A total of 22 companies listed in Vietnam achieved post-tax profits of over VND1 trillion last year.
Saigon to Launch Public Bike-Sharing Scheme
In an effort to encourage locals to use public transport, Saigon authorities announced a bike-sharing program last Friday.
Weekend News Roundup: President Trump Invites Vietnam PM to Visit US
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. President Trump invites Vietnam PM to visit US [Tuoi Tre] An uphill battle with il...
Saigon Should Outlaw Motorbikes to Reduce Congestion, Accidents: Professor
An urban traffic expert has sparked heated debate by suggesting that Saigon get rid of its motorbikes.
US President Donald Trump to Attend November APEC Summit in Da Nang
US President Donald Trump will visit Vietnam later this year for a regional summit.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Wants Homegrown Social Networks to Replace Facebook
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Jetstar Pacific Tops Vietnam's Most Delayed List in Q1 2017
Jetstar Pacific was the most-delayed domestic airline in the first quarter of 2017.
Saigon Considers Draining Nhieu Loc-Thi Nghe Canal to Stop Mass Fish Kills
Saigon authorities are considering several solutions to save marine life in the Nhieu Loc-Thi Nghe Canal.
Morning News Roundup: Military-Run Viettel Becomes Vietnam’s First 4G Provider
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Military-run Viettel becomes Vietnam’s first 4G provider [Tuoi Tre] Vietnamese pol...
Foreign Investment in Vietnam's Green Energy Hits All-Time High
Current investment in Vietnam’s renewable energy sector has hit a record of US$778 million.
Morning News Roundup: Government, Ministries, Bankers and Businesses Cooperate to Breed Shrimp
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. VIB interested in buying ANZ’s retail operations in Vietnam [Deal Street Asia] Gov...
