Floods in Central Highlands, Phu Quoc Cause $43m in Damage
The Central Highlands and Phu Quoc recently suffered from extreme flooding following record-breaking torrential rain.
Vietnam Tightens Domestic Goods Regulations to Appease US Tariff Concerns
Amid the ongoing US-China trade war, officials in Vietnam are working to strengthen manufacturing regulations in an effort to avoid tariffs from President Donald Trump.
Landfill Spills 'River' of Garbage on Da Lat Farms After Heavy Rain
A week ago, several bouts of extended rain caused widespread flooding in Da Lat, an unexpected calamity, considering the town’s hilly topography. For some farmers in the area, flooding turned out to b...
Vietnam Has Returned Over 500 Containers of Scrap Waste so Far This Year
After China announced its ban on plastic waste imports, Southeast Asian shores have received countless containers of scrap from the developed world.
'Amazing Race Vietnam' Apologizes for Challenge Harming Coral Reef
An underwater challenge during this year’s installment of The Amazing Race Vietnam is not sitting well with environmentalists.
Con Dao's Sea Turtle 'Nursery' Wraps up Another Successful Hatching Season
The initiative, first started in 2015 and managed by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), helps protect and support sea turtles during their hatching season.
Vietnam's Elderly Population Will Double by 2035, Reach 32m by 2050
By 2035, the country's elderly population is expected to double from seven to 14% of the total population, and authorities are taking steps to prepare for the unique challenges the change in demograph...
After 3 Days of Rain, Historic Flooding Disrupts Life in Phu Quoc
Three days of heavy rain have resulted in flooding that has forced hundreds of families in numerous areas of Phu Quoc to evacuate.
Vietnam's Car Imports Triple Compared to First 8 Months of 2018
During the first eight months of 2019, Vietnam imported 88,000 vehicles valued at US$1.94 billion, accounting for increases of 366% and 319% respectively, compared to the same time period last year.
5 Dead After Storm Wipha Sweeps Across Northern Vietnam
Five people have been killed and 14 remain missing after storm Wipha crossed directly over Hanoi and across northern provinces.
Drunk Man Fined VND10m for Groping Female Passenger, Attendant on VNA Flight
On the afternoon of July 26, a male passenger was removed from flight VN253 from Hanoi to Saigon for inappropriate behaviors.
Bronze Cannon Discovered in Da Nang Is of Dutch Origin, Researchers Say
First discovered in May, researchers announced on Monday that the military device came from the Netherlands and was likely owned by the Nguyen Dynasty.
Northern Provinces Brace for Potential Tropical Storm Later This Week
An area of low pressure that may form into a tropical storm will bring heavy rain to northern provinces this week.
Nat Geo Names 2 Pagodas in Vietnam Among World's 20 Most Beautiful Temples
The list also includes landmarks from other Southeast Asian countries such as Cambodia, Myanmar, Thailand and Laos.
Vietstar Airlines Granted License to Operate Private Jets in Vietnam
Vietstar Airlines is an aviation company funded by both the private sector and a military-owned company.
Water Shortage, Wildfires Ravage Central Provinces Amid Scorching Summer
Rising temperatures have prompted rising concern among Vietnamese residents as wildfires and water shortages impact central provinces.
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.
As Vietnam Gets Wealthier, Economic Inequality Worsens
According to the Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs, economic inequality is worsening in Vietnam.
As Vietnam Gets Wealthier, Economic Inequality Also Gets Worse
According to the Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs, economic inequality is worsening in Vietnam.
VietJet Announces New Direct Flight Connecting Hanoi, New Delhi
In December 2017, India was added to the list of nationalities that could apply for a Vietnamese visa online. There remained, however, no direct flights between the two countries.
