The Childhood of Côn Đảo's Baby Turtles Caught on Film
In July, I visited Côn Đảo National Park as part of a group of International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) sea turtle volunteers to see first-hand conservation efforts aimed at the local sea turtle population.
Ward off Your Monday Blues by Joining Me on Beginners' Skateboard Night
Usually in life, niche topics are commonly associated with unpleasant stigmas and misunderstandings — skateboarding in Vietnam is no exception. Once, I admittedly was influenced by such one-sided assumptions.
Pure Passion Turns Dark: The Unexpected Dangers of the Wild Turtle Trade
Seeking a companion during quarantine, Khánh*, a 25-year-old Hanoian, bought a baby turtle through a Facebook group.
Khôi Phạm in Natural Selection
A Case for the Sweet-and-Sour Tamarind as Saigon's Official Municipal Tree
What is the municipal tree of Saigon? In popular culture, Hanoi is perhaps intricately linked with the paralyzing but often romanticized aroma of hoa sữa, while just over a hundred kilometers to the east, Hải Phòng proudly brandishes the name “the city of red phượng flowers.” Đà Lạt has too many flower varieties to choose just one, and settles for “the city of a thousand flowers.” Down south, Bến Tre’s abundance of coconut trees is famous nationwide. Ask any Saigoneer this question, and you’re likely to get one of two answers: chò nâu (dipterocarp) or me (tamarind).
Requiem for a Bàng Tree That Was Cut Down in Front of My Home
Curiosity drove me downstairs into the downpour. Out of the corner of my eye, I spotted the municipal workers — clad in orange-and-green uniforms, their clothes soaked — gathering around a crane. Their attention was focused upward. Following their gaze, I looked up, and froze.
How the Ghosts of iPhones Past Haunt Vietnam's Low-Income Communities
The current e-waste crisis in Vietnam is one example of global environmental apartheid.
Keeping Cool in Thủ Đức With This Humble Abode’s Well-Ventilated Design
Thick multi-layer brick walls, shaded areas, water features, and natural ventilation allow this private home to stay cool amidst the city's stifling heat.
Saigon's VOH Radio Building, a Marvel of Architect Lê Văn Lắm's Modernist Intuition
In the middle of the 20th century, Vietnam grew to become one of the world’s prominent centers of modernist architecture. Saigon at the time was an economic and cultural heart of the region, with many official government structures constructed and designed in the style of modernist architecture. They were created with aesthetics and form in mind, laying the groundwork to usher in a new period of growth for Vietnamese creative independence.
Saigon Winter Park Now Offers Skiing, Sledding, Snowman-Building
As of this month, tropical Saigon is now home to its own winter wonderland.
[Photos] Educational Campaign Paints Saigon Walls With Rhino Graffiti
Over the last month, walls along a number of District 1 streets have been covered in graffiti as part of an awareness-raising campaign.
Vietnamese Game 'Sky Garden' Wins People's Choice Award at Gaming Event
A Vietnamese game recently surpassed Pokemon GO, Super Mario Run and other famous world titles to earn the prize for most popular at this year's IMGA Global event.
Hanoi Pilots Program to Collect Parking Fees via Mobile App
This May, Hanoi will test out a digital parking system on select streets in Hoan Kiem District.
[Photos] Lensational: Using Photography to Empower Women With Disabilities
Last year, social enterprise Lensational joined forces with Vietnam Assistance for the Handicapped (VNAH) in Binh Phuoc province’s Dong Xoai town to empower women with disabilities through photography...
New Frog Species Confirmed in Northern Vietnam
Scientists have confirmed the discovery of a new species of frog in the mountains of northern Vietnam.
[Photos] The Shield: Hanoi's 'Machine' House
A group of Hanoian architects rose to the challenge of striking a balance between commercial and residential space in a local tube house.
Grab to Open R&D Center in Saigon
In order to ramp up its competitiveness in the region, Southeast Asian ride-hailing app Grab is establishing new research and development centers in Vietnam and India.
Chinese Tech Giant Xiaomi to Arrive in Vietnam This Month
The market for smart devices in Vietnam has recently become much more competitive, as Chinese tech giant Xiaomi launched an official distribution channel in the country.
Vietnam Launches Campaign to Get Citizens to Read 4 Books a Year
In an effort to improve Vietnam’s reading culture, the national government recently greenlit a countrywide project to get citizens to read more books.
Officials Investigate ‘Shaking’ Phenomenon in Downtown Saigon
Saigon officials are investigating the cause of a shaking phenomenon which occurred last month in the downtown area.
Hanoi, Saigon to Ramp Up Environmental Quality Monitoring
In an effort to tackle the country’s severe air pollution, municipal authorities in Hanoi and Saigon are upgrading their monitoring game.
Vietnam Is Aging Faster Than Its Welfare System Can Handle
Ever since the country opened its doors to foreign investments and free market policies a couple of decades ago, Vietnam has enjoyed an enviable rate of economic growth. However, one of the biggest dr...
Michael Tatarski in Society
The Rise of Saigon’s Stand-Up Scene
Ahead of Saigon’s first major international comedy festival later this month, Saigoneer talks to members of the local stand-up community, from veterans to relative newcomers, to find out where the jok...
Hanoi Starts High-Tech Program to Manage Parking Lots
Hanoi’s public parking areas are going digital.
Vietnam's Internet Environment Ranks 32nd of 75: Report
According to a recent report, Vietnam's internet environment ranks 32nd out of 75 countries.
70-Year-Old Vietnamese-American Runner Completes 7 Marathons in 7 Days
Next time you’re in need of a little exercise motivation, think of Chau Smith.
Saigon Could Host the 2021 SEA Games
If a new government proposal is approved, Saigon could be the official host for the 31st SEA Games in 2021.
[Renderings] This Is What Will Replace 3A Station
A week after the news that Saigon’s 3A Station art space is closing, talk has turned to what will replace the shopping and entertainment complex.
Da Nang Students Build Braille Printer
Two young inventors from Da Nang are showing off their prize-winning Braille printer at an exhibition in Japan this May.
