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Hanoi to Break Ground on Underground Metro in 2021

Hanoi

Hanoi to Break Ground on Underground Metro in 2021

In just a few years, probably, construction will begin on an underground section of Hanoi's developing metro system.

SaigoneerJul 10, 2019
Saigoneer Podcast: Domestic Tourism's Rise & the Son Tung-Snoop Dogg Music Video

Podcast

Saigoneer Podcast: Domestic Tourism's Rise & the Son Tung-Snoop Dogg Music Video

The latest Saigoneer Podcast episode is available now!

SaigoneerJul 10, 2019
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New Study Reveals 29% of Primary School Students in Vietnam Are Overweight

Health

New Study Reveals 29% of Primary School Students in Vietnam Are Overweight

According to a recent study by the Vietnam National Institute of Nutrition, the substantial obesity rate among elementary school students is due to a lack of physical exercise and imbalanced diets.

SaigoneerJul 10, 2019
Morning Stories Roundup: 5G Trials, Nintendo Production and High-Speed Train

Roundups

Morning Stories Roundup: 5G Trials, Nintendo Production and High-Speed Train

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

SaigoneerJul 10, 2019
South Korean Man Arrested After Clip Showing Beating of Vietnamese Wife Goes Viral

Asia

South Korean Man Arrested After Clip Showing Beating of Vietnamese Wife Goes Viral

The brutal beating, caught on camera, has made national headlines in both Vietnam and South Korea. While the man has been detained, some are worried that this incident represents just the tip of the iceberg.

SaigoneerJul 9, 2019
Inside 'Summer Rolls,' the First British-Vietnamese Play in the UK

Music & Arts

Inside 'Summer Rolls,' the First British-Vietnamese Play in the UK

Summer Rolls is currently being staged at the Park Theater in London until July 13.

SaigoneerJul 9, 2019
Vietnam Airlines Increases Carry-On Weight Limit From 7kg to 12kg

Travel

Vietnam Airlines Increases Carry-On Weight Limit From 7kg to 12kg

The national airline has increased the carry-on luggage weight limit from seven to 12 kilograms for economy tickets.

SaigoneerJul 9, 2019
Morning Stories Roundup: HCMC Records 5 Dengue Deaths in 6 Months

Roundups

Morning Stories Roundup: HCMC Records 5 Dengue Deaths in 6 Months

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

SaigoneerJul 9, 2019
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[Photos] The Two Sides of 1920s Hai Phong: Fancy Hotels and Seaside Shanties

Vietnam

[Photos] The Two Sides of 1920s Hai Phong: Fancy Hotels and Seaside Shanties

Established in the late 19 th century, Hai Phong is one of Vietnam's five municipalities and the second-largest city in northern Vietnam, after Hanoi.

SaigoneerJul 8, 2019
Vietnam Among Top 10 Best Countries for Expats: HSBC Report

Vietnam

Vietnam Among Top 10 Best Countries for Expats: HSBC Report

Switzerland, Singapore and Canada took the top spots in HSBC's Expat 2019 Global Report, which was released last Thursday.

SaigoneerJul 8, 2019
[Video] Disney Releases Adorable Short Set in Thailand's Floating Markets

Arts & Culture

[Video] Disney Releases Adorable Short Set in Thailand's Floating Markets

It's fried rice versus pineapple when Micky and Minnie Mouse battle in this Walt Disney short that has spawned a variety of memes.

SaigoneerJul 8, 2019
Da Nang Is the Most Popular Destination for Vietnamese Tourists This Summer

Vietnam

Da Nang Is the Most Popular Destination for Vietnamese Tourists This Summer

Agoda, a popular online traveling booking platform, recently published their statistics for the top 10 destinations for Vietnamese tourists in summer 2019.

SaigoneerJul 8, 2019
Weekend Stories Roundup: Over 1,500 Blood Units Collected in HCMC Donation Drive

Roundups

Weekend Stories Roundup: Over 1,500 Blood Units Collected in HCMC Donation Drive

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

SaigoneerJul 8, 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
Jakarta's Own Citizens Are Suing Their Government Over Air Pollution

Environment

Jakarta's Own Citizens Are Suing Their Government Over Air Pollution

Fed up with air quality that ranks among the worst in the world, 31 Jakarta residents have sued seven Indonesian government bodies — including the presidential office, Jakarta’s gubernatorial office and the Ministry of Environment — hoping to raise awareness and establish tangible changes .

SaigoneerJul 6, 2019
Hẻm Gems: For the Love of Hanoian Snacks and Streetside Iced Tea

Saigon Hẻm Gems

Hẻm Gems: For the Love of Hanoian Snacks and Streetside Iced Tea

During the day, the dining area at 89 Nguyen Du houses a bún bò restaurant, but once the afternoon comes to an end and the sun starts to set, the area turns into a boisterous nhậu spot filled with northern fare and jug after jug of bia hơi .

Khoi PhamJul 5, 2019
HCMC Struggles With Teacher Shortage as New School Year Approaches

Saigon

HCMC Struggles With Teacher Shortage as New School Year Approaches

Schools in every district of Saigon have been searching for teachers and lecturers since June.

SaigoneerJul 5, 2019
Morning Stories Roundup: Sugarcane Farmers, Big C and Storm Mun

Roundups

Morning Stories Roundup: Sugarcane Farmers, Big C and Storm Mun

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

SaigoneerJul 5, 2019
[Illustrations] A Calendar Features Famous Phantoms in Vietnamese Folklore

Culture

[Illustrations] A Calendar Features Famous Phantoms in Vietnamese Folklore

Demon henchmen, a vampire and even a hero get their own month alongside the year's lunar animal in this colorful calendar.

SaigoneerJul 4, 2019
Hanoi Welcomed Nearly 15m Visitors in First Half of 2019

Hanoi

Hanoi Welcomed Nearly 15m Visitors in First Half of 2019

With the number of visitors continuing to rise, Vietnam’s largest cities remain magnets for both local and international tourists.

SaigoneerJul 4, 2019
Airport Authority Proposes $500m Upgrade for Con Dao Airport

Development

Airport Authority Proposes $500m Upgrade for Con Dao Airport

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has recommended an upgrade for the airport in Con Dao, one of Vietnam's most popular attractions.

SaigoneerJul 4, 2019
US Imposes Heavy Tariffs on Steel From Vietnam of South Korea, Taiwan Origins

Vietnam

US Imposes Heavy Tariffs on Steel From Vietnam of South Korea, Taiwan Origins

The main targets of the United States' newest tariffs are corrosion-resistant steel products and cold-rolled steel.

SaigoneerJul 4, 2019
Morning Stories Roundup: HCMC Seminar Discusses Service Infrastructure Planning

Roundups

Morning Stories Roundup: HCMC Seminar Discusses Service Infrastructure Planning

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

SaigoneerJul 4, 2019
Yok Don National Park Welcomes 2 Elephants Freed From Tourist Rides

Vietnam

Yok Don National Park Welcomes 2 Elephants Freed From Tourist Rides

Good news for Vietnam’s animal lovers!

SaigoneerJul 3, 2019
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