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: Many Vietnamese Women Believe Spousal Abuse Can Be Justified
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Northern Vietnam city’s ex-Party chiefs jailed for abusing powers [Tuoi Tre] Many ...
Vietnam Faces Obstacles in Its Switch to Biofuel
In an effort to reduce the environmental impact of local traffic, Vietnamese officials are working to introduce E5 biofuel into the local market, though they have their work cut out for them.
Hanoi May Ban Street Performers From Pedestrian-Only Areas
Hanoi authorities are considering a ban against street performances in the city’s new pedestrian-only areas.
Morning News Roundup: False Fish Sauce Survey Sponsored by Ogilvy Vietnam
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. False fish sauce survey sponsored by Ogilvy Vietnam [Tuoi Tre] Don't push the enve...
How the TPP Will Transform Vietnam’s Economy Even If It Doesn’t Pass
Though the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) is pretty much dead at this point, the landmark trade deal – which would have involved a staggering 40% of the global economy – is still likely to have an im...
Vietnam to Impose Tougher Fines on Public Urination, Littering
Starting in February next year, Vietnam will significantly increase fines for public urination.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Announces a Day of Mourning for Fidel Castro
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Quang Ninh: 2,000 year-old tombs discovered [DTI] Bankrupt firms continue to rise&...
Woman Gives Birth on the Street in Northern Vietnam
Last week, while driving to her hometown, local woman Nguyen Thi Thanh Loan had to put her journey on hold in order give birth on a sidewalk in Yen Bai province.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Among 10 Countries Most Exposed to Hacking Risk, Report Warns
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Vietnam among 10 countries most exposed to hacking risk, report warns [VnExpress] ...
Vietnam Expresses Condolences Over Fidel Castro's Death
Cuban revolutionary and long-time leader Fidel Castro passed away last Friday, creating an array of different reactions from around the world.
Myanmar Conducting Ethnic Cleansing Against Rohingya: UN Official
As a campaign of collective punishment against the Rohingya ethnic group continues in Myanmar’s western Rakhine state, Bangladeshi border guards are forcibly repatriating refugees back to Myanmar.
Weekend News Roundup: Works Finish on First Phase of $48.6m Wind Farm in Central Vietnam
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Works finish on first phase of $48.6mn wind farm in south-central Vietnam [Tuoi Tre] ...
Indonesia Wants to Build a $40bn Bird-Shaped Wall to Save Jakarta From the Sea
A fantastically ambitious plan has been put forth to save Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia, from the sea.
Saigon Considers Creating a Mekong Delta-Style Floating Market for Tourists
During a recent tourism conference, Saigon officials considered scores of new features to amp up the city’s attractiveness in the eyes of tourists, including a potential floating market.
Facing Power Shortage, Vietnam Plans to Import Electricity From Laos
Due to increasing domestic demand, Vietnam is negotiating to import electricity from Laos.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam to Deactivate 12 Million Unregistered SIM Cards
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Vietnam to deactivate 12 million unregistered SIM cards [Tuoi Tre] Vietnamese stud...
Vietnam to Cut One Year off University Programs
In the future, Vietnamese university students will be able to graduate a year early, according to a new plan approved by Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc.
Hanoi Bans Shops, Cafes From Apartment Buildings
Hanoi authorities recently approved a regulation banning businesses from setting up shop in the capital's apartments.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Scraps Huge Nuclear Power Plant Projects
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Vietnam scraps huge nuclear power plant projects [Bangkok Post] Dong Nai: 2,000 ye...
7-Eleven’s Vietnam Debut Could Come as Early as Next Year
Excitement is building over the long-awaited arrival of the 7-Eleven franchise in Vietnam.
