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Kit Humphrey

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Kit is a Hanoi-based journalist and film photography enthusiast who writes about culture, social issues, travel, and the environment.

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Cambodia's Shocking Rates of Deforestation to Blame for Climate Emergency

Asia

Cambodia's Shocking Rates of Deforestation to Blame for Climate Emergency

As the impacts of climate change become more apparent worldwide, members of the public are connecting more weather events to the phenomenon.

Michael TatarskiJul 20, 2019
New Proposal Calls on Hanoi Businesses to Ditch Plastic Bags

Hanoi

New Proposal Calls on Hanoi Businesses to Ditch Plastic Bags

A new proposal submitted by Hanoi authorities late last month calls on businesses involved in the production of plastic bags to drastically adjust their output.

SaigoneerJul 18, 2019
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Turn Over a New Page in Hanoi's Hidden Libraries

Literature

Turn Over a New Page in Hanoi's Hidden Libraries

I focused my attention on an amplifier lying on the shelf behind Hieu, the founder of Go West Library. He left his seat to retrieve a cable, and after returning he plugged his phone into the machine, which stood out from the rest of the room. A familiar tune blasted out, followed by Neil Tennant's high-pitched, yet delicate vocals — "Go West, where the skies are blue!" Hieu's striking answer to our inquiry about the library's name came in stark contrast to our earlier encounter with one of his staff, the librarian, who was startled by our visit because she doesn't usually expect readers to pop by in the morning.

Thi NguyenJul 17, 2019
New Exhibition Aims to Expose the Environmental Harm of Consumerism

Music & Arts

New Exhibition Aims to Expose the Environmental Harm of Consumerism

Let’s reduce waste! opened yesterday, is free to enter, and will run until August 31 at L’Espace.

SaigoneerJul 16, 2019
Hanoi Authorities Earmark Over $5m for Reducing Poverty

Hanoi

Hanoi Authorities Earmark Over $5m for Reducing Poverty

As part of an ongoing drive to minimize poverty in the capital and reduce the number of poor households to zero by the end of this year, Hanoi authorities have outlined a set of funding for initiatives aiming to help the city’s most vulnerable people.

SaigoneerJul 16, 2019
[Photos] How One of Malaysia’s Last Nomadic Tribes Suffers From Societal Neglect

Asia

[Photos] How One of Malaysia’s Last Nomadic Tribes Suffers From Societal Neglect

The semi-nomadic Batek, who live in Kuala Koh Village beside Peninsular Malaysia’s Taman Negara National Park, made global headlines recently after their community was torn apart by pollution, disease and, ultimately, societal neglect.

Kit HumphreyJul 6, 2019
Hanoi Applies for Recognition as UNESCO Creative City

Hanoi

Hanoi Applies for Recognition as UNESCO Creative City

As part of the capital’s ongoing efforts to bolster the city’s global standing, authorities are developing a dossier to submit for Hanoi’s recognition as a UNESCO creative city.

SaigoneerJun 26, 2019
How Vietnam's Robusta Farms Could Transform Into Vital Carbon Sinks

Environment

How Vietnam's Robusta Farms Could Transform Into Vital Carbon Sinks

Coffee is one of Vietnam’s most important agricultural products, a crop that grows so well in the country’s Central Highlands that it has become the world’s second-largest coffee producer.

Michael TatarskiJun 20, 2019
[Photos] Capturing the Unexpected Amid Vietnam’s Mountainous Landscapes

Travel

[Photos] Capturing the Unexpected Amid Vietnam’s Mountainous Landscapes

The Taj Mahal, the Eiffel Tower, a smiling lady in a conical hat: human nature practically guarantees that even the most iconic image will eventually turn stale through proliferation. These depictions calcify in our consciousness, reducing entire countries to mere visual cliché.

Kit HumphreyJun 19, 2019
Ngõ Nooks: Come for the Coffee, Stay for the Aesthetic

Hanoi Ngõ Nooks

Ngõ Nooks: Come for the Coffee, Stay for the Aesthetic

Apparently, the owners of Chon want people to find their café. However, you wouldn’t assume as much when attempting to navigate the narrow, snaking alleyways that lead to their joint. You’ll find a door-sized opening off of Nha Chung Street, yet there are no signs for Chon at all. The only indication of what the rat warren might lead to are bold, red declarations promising a hot bowl of phở.

AAshley LampardMay 24, 2019
Will CCTV Around Hoan Kiem Lake Reduce Littering on Pedestrianized Streets?

Hanoi

Will CCTV Around Hoan Kiem Lake Reduce Littering on Pedestrianized Streets?

Hanoi authorities are trialing a new system that aims to prevent littering in the city center.

SaigoneerMay 14, 2019
[Video] Ha Giang Rap Video is an Earnest Call for Mental Health Awareness

Music & Arts

[Video] Ha Giang Rap Video is an Earnest Call for Mental Health Awareness

In 2012, Ian Paynton’s catchy rap track ‘Oi Gioi Oi’ went viral . Now he’s back with a cinematic video, shot in Ha Giang, that calls out for mindfulness in the age of digital addiction.

Kit HumphreyMay 3, 2019
Holiday Stories Roundup: Hanoi Metro Inauguration Delayed Yet Again

Stories

Holiday Stories Roundup: Hanoi Metro Inauguration Delayed Yet Again

Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook . Each morning, we select some of the most important stories from the capital, the rest of Vietnam and beyond, and digest them into short, accessible links so you can easily keep up with current affairs.

SaigoneerMay 2, 2019
Japan to Help Clean Hanoi's Polluted To Lich River

Environment

Japan to Help Clean Hanoi's Polluted To Lich River

Hanoi’s To Lich River is known for its heady fragrance and death-black palette, but that could all be about to change.

SaigoneerApr 23, 2019
Hai Phong to Build Vietnam's First Road Made From Recycled Plastic

Vietnam

Hai Phong to Build Vietnam's First Road Made From Recycled Plastic

In an attempt to lessen Vietnam’s alarming rates of plastic waste, reduce pressure on landfills and increase sustainability, Hai Phong plans to begin using recycled plastic to create roads.

SaigoneerApr 23, 2019
Weekend New Roundup: Hanoi Plays Host to Vietnam Grand Prix Kick-Off Event

Stories

Weekend New Roundup: Hanoi Plays Host to Vietnam Grand Prix Kick-Off Event

Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook . Each morning, we select some of the most important stories from the capital, the rest of Vietnam and beyond, and digest them into short, accessible links so you can easily keep up with current affairs.

SaigoneerApr 22, 2019
Ngõ Nooks: The Deep-Fried Satisfaction of Steamy Bánh Gối

Hanoi Ngõ Nooks

Ngõ Nooks: The Deep-Fried Satisfaction of Steamy Bánh Gối

Thanks to being born and bred in Hanoi, I definitely have a love-hate relationship with the city. That said, there are more “loves” than “hates” on my list, and street food in Hanoi plays a huge part in the former category. Moreover, as a food lover, I’ve been feasting in the capital since the moment I learned how to cycle around and find the finest vendors. One snack, in particular, remains one of my all-time-favorites: bánh gối (fried pillows).

GGia NguyenApr 20, 2019
[Video] Introducing Rooftop Concerts, Saigoneer's New Live Music Series

Music & Arts

[Video] Introducing Rooftop Concerts, Saigoneer's New Live Music Series

It is with unrelenting pride and excitement that we can finally introduce Rooftop Concerts, our new live music video series inspired by the likes of Tiny Desk Concerts and La Blogotheque .

Kit HumphreyApr 17, 2019
Hanoi Authorities Say Motorbike Ban Yet to be Officially Approved

Hanoi

Hanoi Authorities Say Motorbike Ban Yet to be Officially Approved

Nguyen Duc Chung, the Hanoi chairman, has suggested the city’s long-discussed motorbike ban remains merely a proposal and has not been officially approved.

SaigoneerApr 17, 2019
[Photos] Digging Into Hanoi's Emerging Street Art Scene

Music & Arts

[Photos] Digging Into Hanoi's Emerging Street Art Scene

Street art in the Vietnamese capital remains a nascent scene, yet it is growing swiftly, with both Vietnamese and foreign artists in the mix.

Kit HumphreyApr 5, 2019
The Pink, Minimalist Aesthetic Enticing Hanoi's Millennials

Culture

The Pink, Minimalist Aesthetic Enticing Hanoi's Millennials

At the intersection between Hang Bong and Phung Hung streets, there is a bakery whose lavender armchairs look as if they are made from giant ladyfingers. It’s called Baked by Julie and, since opening last August, has constantly appeared on Instagram thanks to its predominantly pink palette, which is featured on its velour, mitten-shaped armchairs, ceramic teapots and garlanded entrance .

DDuy NguyenApr 4, 2019
New Swan Boat Ride-Hailing App, SwanGo, to Take Off in Hanoi Next Month

Hanoi

New Swan Boat Ride-Hailing App, SwanGo, to Take Off in Hanoi Next Month

Ever since the departure of Uber in 2018 , Vietnam’s ride-hailing market has seen a plethora of new additions, both Vietnamese and foreign. Yet this latest arrival, SwanGo, appears likely to enter straight into the market’s top flight.

SaigoneerApr 1, 2019
From 2020, Hanoi to Limit Registration of New Motorbikes

Hanoi

From 2020, Hanoi to Limit Registration of New Motorbikes

As part of continuing efforts to mitigate the capital’s growing traffic woes, Hanoi authorities are considering limiting the registration of new motorbikes in certain areas of the city.

SaigoneerMar 26, 2019
Construction Begins on Hanoi's Formula One Racetrack

Hanoi

Construction Begins on Hanoi's Formula One Racetrack

After a prolonged period of speculation, Formula One officials finally confirmed last November that Hanoi will host an annual Grand Prix, with the first race set to take place next year.

SaigoneerMar 25, 2019
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