Michael Tatarski in Development
Saigon Has Always Lacked Public Space. Here's How We Can Remedy That.
What comes to mind when you think of public space in Saigon?
Mel Schenck in Architecture
The Story of Vietnam's Urban Energy and Aspirations Told via Southern Modernist Architecture
The following article is an edited excerpt from the recently published book Southern Vietnamese Modernist Architecture, presenting the history of the style, and how it contrasts with modernism in northern Việt Nam.
Juliet Bao Ngoc Doling in Environment
Bring Your Own Containers, We're Going Grocery Shopping
Above a peaceful coffee shop on the quiet road of Nguyễn Khắc Nhu lies a small zero-waste refill shop trying to advocate change.
Michael Tatarski in Architecture
New Book Offers Deep Dive Into Vietnam's Connection With Modernist Architecture
Vietnamese architecture fans, add this to your bookshelf.
Harry Hodge in Sports
As Epidemic Subsides in Vietnam, Return of VBA Not an ‘If,’ but a 'When’
Rebooting professional basketball during a global pandemic is no slam dunk.
Andrew Haffner in Health
Drug-Resistant Bacteria Flourish in Southeast Asia's Antibiotic-Filled Sewage
The fetid vapors of a sewer canal may be unpleasant, but what lurks beneath the surface can be a killer.
Michael Tatarski in Environment
The College Course That Trains Vietnam's Future Wildlife Conservationists
A course based in Vinh aims to give Vietnamese students who want to change the way animals are treated in Vietnam a chance to make a difference.
Saigoneer in Health
Who Are Vietnam's Most Severe Coronavirus Cases? Where Are They Now?
Vietnam’s total number of COVID-19 infections remains within its healthcare capacity, so critical patients can receive top-level attention from national experts.
Saigoneer in Health
Covid-19 Update: British Pilot Shows Remarkable Lung Recovery; Case 19 Discharged
It appears the country's COVID-19 death toll will remain at zero.
Saigoneer in Architecture
[Photos] This New Public Space in Vung Tau Is a Natural Oasis
While Vietnam’s teeming cities are generally home to innovative construction projects, there are a number in less urbanized areas.
Saigoneer in Health
Vietnam's 2 Most Serious Covid-19 Patients See Conditions Improve
One is now able to walk on her own, while the other has awoken from a coma and can perform basic communication.
Andrew Haffner in Health
Drug-Resistant Bacteria Flourish in Southeast Asia's Antibiotic-Filled Sewage
The fetid vapors of a sewer canal may be unpleasant, but what lurks beneath the surface can be a killer.
Saigoneer in Development
Laos Proposes Sixth Planned Mekong River Dam
The planned US$2 billion project will be developed by Datang Sanakham Hydropower company, a subsidiary of China’s Datang International Power Generation Co. Ltd.
Michael Tatarski in Environment
The College Course That Trains Vietnam's Future Wildlife Conservationists
A course based in Vinh aims to give Vietnamese students who want to change the way animals are treated in Vietnam a chance to make a difference.
Saigoneer in Sports
Coach Park Hang-Seo Plans to Open Football Academy in Vietnam
He aims to remain in Vietnam after his coaching contract ends.
Saigoneer in Tech
Vietnam Startup JobHopin Closes Series A Investment Round With $2.45m
The successful round brings JobHopin's total raised capital to over US $3 million.
Saigoneer in Environment
Saigon's Flooding Is Manageable Now, but Will Wreak Havoc in 2050, Study Says
A new study highlights the grave flood threat facing Saigon if strong mitigation efforts aren't taken in the coming decades.
Saigoneer in Health
Who Are Vietnam's Most Severe Coronavirus Cases? Where Are They Now?
Vietnam’s total number of COVID-19 infections remains within its healthcare capacity, so critical patients can receive top-level attention from national experts.
Saigoneer in Health
As Mice Stay Healthy After Injections, Vietnam Cautiously Hopeful About Vaccine Prospect
Vietnam’s COVID-19 vaccine project is going smoothly, though it will take a number of months before a useable product is actualized.
Anh Nguyen in Health
[Photos] From Boston to Saigon: A Coronavirus Quarantine Diary
On March 20, I arrived at Tan Son Nhat International Airport from the United States.
Saigoneer in Development
Dong Nai Wants to Add More Lanes to HCMC-Long Thanh Expressway
Congestion between Saigon and neighboring provinces has become as clogged as the arteries of the most ardent bột chiên enthusiast.
Saigoneer in Architecture
[Photos] Blending in With Nature at Son La's New School for H'Mong Children
Designed by a group of Saigon-based architects, the Bo Mon District public school project unveiled a new structure for children in one of Son La’s most remote areas.
Saigoneer in Tech
New Job Postings Reignite Rumors of Apple's Vietnam Expansion
Over the past few days, Apple fans in Vietnam have been abuzz with speculation after the tech giant posted numerous new job postings based in the country.
Saigoneer in Environment
Central Highlands Coffee Farmers on Tenterhooks as Lack of Rainfall Dries Region
While the Mekong Delta struggles through a historic drought, the Central Highlands is dealing with its own lack of rainfall.
Saigoneer in Tech
Vsmart Climbs to 3rd Spot Among Vietnam's Most Popular Phone Brands
Vsmart, the smartphone company owned by Vingroup, is behind only Samsung and Oppo in terms of market share, according to new data.
Saigoneer in Development
Vung Tau Plans New Airport on Go Gang Island to Replace Existing One
Authorities of Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province have decided to move forward with a plan to construct a new airport.
Jim Selkin in Environment
Tracing the Reincarnation of Plastic Waste in Saigon's Informal Recycling Workshops
The text message said to be ready at 4:30am at my street corner, where I would be picked up for the drive to the plastics recycling center. I had been wanting to visit the site for this article and th...
Michael Tatarski in Environment
New Report Shows How Much Water China's Mekong Dams Are Holding Back
Contrary to its public statements, recent data shows that China has held back water on the upper Mekong River while its downstream neighbors faced critically low water levels.
