Diving (Literally) Into Hoàng Hoa Thám's Mountains of Secondhand Clothes
In a hẻm, clothing sprawled out on platforms lined with the plastic sacks the clothing came in, overspilling onto the tarmac road. This was just a glimpse of the thrifting scene in Vietnam.
Paul Christiansen in Literature
These 5 Vietnamese Poems Pay Homage to the Complexities of Local Fruits
Fruit and poetry: the two things I love most.
Grindr Once Again Names Vietnam Amongst Nations With Highest Percentage of Bottoms
Started by Spotify, Unwrapped has become one of tech companies’ favorite marketing campaigns in recent years; LinkedIn, Duolingo, and even Vietnam’s own Zalo are amongst some revelers of this trend in...
How an ABBA Classic Becomes the Anthem of Vietnam's New Year Celebration
Somewhere along the way, an ABBA’s sleeper hit ‘Happy New Year’ has emerged as the go-to musical choice for Vietnamese broadcasters and countdown parties when a new year rings in.
On Táo's Transformation From Rapper to Curator of Good Taste
"The artist can’t reflect the truths of life if they don’t live, can they?"
Michael Tatarski in Tech
How Going Digital Could Help Vietnam's Farmers Take Their Produce to the Next Level
In this digital age, farming, especially in developing countries like Vietnam, has maintained a general perception of being an analog, hands-on practice.
From Rapper to Singer-Songwriter: Minh Đinh and the Trials to Find Himself
Minh Đinh's journey of self-discovery is one that represents the effort of the multi-talented artists in the Vietnamese indie community.
Vietnam Consumer Protection Watchdog Asks Grab to Explain New 'Hot Weather' Fee
A “hot weather” fee is Grab’s latest surcharge on a shopping list of other additional fees the ride-hailing giant tacks on to each ride.
Huế Launches Public Bicycle Trial Program With 7 Stations, 250 Bikes
This Monday, Huế launched the pilot phase of its public bike rental system.
World Economic Forum Names Vietnam Health Startup Among Promising Tech Companies
Selected because of its contributions to digital health care, Docosan was one of 100 companies globally to receive the distinction.
Thai Rapper Eats Mango Sticky Rice During Coachella Set, Wins Our Hearts
Maybe Suboi can eat a plate of cơm tấm during her next performance.
Ride-Hailing Changed How We Commute. Can Ve Chai-Hailing Change How We Recycle?
Mentions of ve chai might evoke images of uncles and aunties pushing around their cart or perched on bicycles, ferrying a host of plastic bags and scrap metal, and occasionally calling out: “Đồng nát ...
Made-in-Vietnam Dating App Fika Secures $1.6m in Seed Funding
Created as a female-focused alternative to Tinder and Bumble, the dating app Fika recently got financial backing from international investors.
Vaccine QR Codes Are the Hottest New Fashion Accessory in Saigon
Sometimes fashion trends are not born of creativity, but practicality.
Vietnam Announces New App to Unify All Previous Covid-19 Apps
One app to rule them all.
SOSmap Becomes Virtual Bridge Between Those in Need and Those Who Can Give
After two weeks of expedited development, a new mobile application called SOSmap has become a bridge between those in need and those who can give in Vietnam. So far, the initiative has helped channel ...
Pháo Drops New MV for TikTok Smash Hit '2 Phút Hơn' Featuring Tyga
The song, which became a massive success thanks to its use in TikTok videos, is getting even more attention with the addition of the Californian rapper.
Linh Pham in Tech
Wonder How Much Air-Con Costs You This Summer? A Homegrown App Can Help.
Vietnam is facing a serious electricity shortage, yet we have no idea how much energy we use everyday.
Vietnam Jumps 4 Places to 79th in UN World Happiness Ranking
Even with the catastrophes caused by COVID-19 last year, Vietnam’s overall happiness improved, albeit not by much.
As Companies Divert From China, Vietnam Poised to Become Major Apple Producer
When production begins, as early as mid-2021, it will mark the first time that Apple is producing a significant number of its iPads outside of China.
Zalo Debuts First Vietnamese AI Assistant Named Kiki
Kiki ơi!
Saigon Approves 1-Year Trial of App-Based Public Bike Program
Where would you ride your bike?
Grindr Names Vietnam Among Countries With Highest Percentage of Bottoms
Inspired by the clamorous spectacle of Spotify Wrapped, the gay dating app Grindr has come up with their own version of a year-end assessment, with some interesting data.
Major Apple Supplier to Divert iPad, MacBook Production From China to Vietnam
The move comes amid major production shifts from China to Vietnam over the last two years.
Vietnam Will Allow Phone Use in Class for Educational Purposes
This doesn't mean students will be able to use Facebook and TikTok during class though.
Saigon Unveils New Public Bus App Made by Grab
The Go!Bus app will show travelers information for bus routes and connect them to Grab cars or bikes to bring them there if the nearest station is beyond 200 meters away.
South Korean Delivery App Beamin Expands to Hanoi
South Korea's Baemin has started schlepping bún chả, trà sữa and bánh gối across the capital.
Grab Food Is the Most Popular Meal Delivery App in Saigon, Hanoi
With the rise in demand for online food delivery in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, a number of services have seen an increase in customers. But one is standing out in the crowded field.
Gym-Booking Startup WeFit Declares Bankruptcy After 4 Years in Operation
The COVID-19 epidemic in Vietnam has claimed another victim: fitness and beauty startup WeWow.
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.
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.
Vietnam Moves up 11 Places in UN World Happiness Report
Are you feeling happy today?
From April, Cars for Ride-Hailing Apps Might Be Required to Install Taxi Signs
In 2016, a pilot for the application of science and technology to support transport management on a contractual basis was issued, allowing ride-hailing services such as Grab to operate without being s...
Grab Vietnam Appoints Its First Female CEO, Nguyen Thai Hai Van
The current managing director of Grab Vietnam, Jerry Lim, will return to Singapore to his role as Regional Head of Customer Experience.
Does Grab Affect Student Drivers' Study? Officials Want to Impose Limit on Part-Time Work.
In the face of ride-hailing services’ robust growth, policymakers are concerned that too many university students are ride-share drivers, which might affect their school performance.
Vietnam to Launch Its Own Air Pollution App After Netizens' Attack on AirVisual
Following what was described as a 'coordinated attack' by netizens on independent online air quality index monitor AirVisual, the Vietnamese government has announced plans to create its own air p...
Saigoneer Podcast: Deciding Where to Study Abroad; a Ride-Hailing App Update
The latest Saigoneer Podcast episode is out now!
[Video] A Very Vietnam Guide to Escaping Ghostly Exes and Your 'Forever Alone' Fate
This quirky Vietnamese short video, titled Secret Fate, explaining that ghosts are the cause for Vietnam's "forever alone" community has gone viral.
