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In 2017, Traffic Accidents in Vietnam Killed 8,000, Injuring 17,000 Others: Report

Vietnam

In 2017, Traffic Accidents in Vietnam Killed 8,000, Injuring 17,000 Others: Report

Thousands of Vietnamese died on the road last year, but the number of fatalities decreased considerably compared to 2016.

SaigoneerJan 2, 2018
A Glimpse at the Vibrant Vietnamese Community Surrounding Oakwood Apartments
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A Glimpse at the Vibrant Vietnamese Community Surrounding Oakwood Apartments

Alluring flavors wafting from street-side noodle restaurants, tailors carefully crafting dresses from lavish silks, children giggling as they scurry around their school’s courtyard and xe om drivers chatting over cups of coffee while lounging on plastic chairs – the Do Thanh neighborhood in District 3 embodies the warmth and energy of a traditional Saigon community.

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SaigoneerJan 2, 2018
Weekend News Roundup: Uber Files Lawsuit Against HCMC’s $2.3m Tax Demand

Vietnam

Weekend News Roundup: Uber Files Lawsuit Against HCMC’s $2.3m Tax Demand

Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook . ▪ Hanoi to spend VND2.5bn to repair the ceramic mural [DTI] ▪ Uber files lawsuit against HCMC’s $2.3 mln tax demand [VnExpress]

SaigoneerJan 2, 2018
Saigon, Dawn of the City of the Digital Nomads

Society

Saigon, Dawn of the City of the Digital Nomads

Every profession has its own grind. For those of us who sit behind a desk, the day-to-day routine can quickly turn monotonous: you drive to work, sit at your desk, scroll through emails, make phone calls, head to meetings, go home, eat, sleep, and repeat. But as the world of business changes and technology draws us closer together, some are finding a way to work without having to commit to this daily tedium.

MMaxon PugovskyDec 31, 2017
Saigon Starts Removing 7 War-Era Water Towers

Saigon

Saigon Starts Removing 7 War-Era Water Towers

After months of planning, Saigon is finally taking down the city’s collection of cement water towers.

SaigoneerDec 31, 2017
Vietnam Ends 2017 With 6.8% GDP Growth Rate, Best in a Decade

Vietnam

Vietnam Ends 2017 With 6.8% GDP Growth Rate, Best in a Decade

Vietnam has consistently achieved its targeted economic growth rates in recent years.

SaigoneerDec 30, 2017
[Video] Into Saigon's Urban Landscapes With Humans of Sài Gòn

Society

[Video] Into Saigon's Urban Landscapes With Humans of Sài Gòn

Have you ever wondered about the humans behind Humans of Sài Gòn?

SaigoneerDec 30, 2017
Is Hanoi's New Book Street Dying?

Vietnam

Is Hanoi's New Book Street Dying?

Despite the warm reception from Hanoians during its opening weeks, Hanoi’s designated book area on 19/12 Street is facing a decline.

SaigoneerDec 29, 2017
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Saigoneer’s 5 Best Hẻm Gems of 2017

Saigon Hẻm Gems

Saigoneer’s 5 Best Hẻm Gems of 2017

In 2017, Saigon certainly saw its fair share of the good , the bad , and the controversial , but it was without a doubt a wonderful year in eating. Across the city, we delighted in finding decades-old street food spots and brand new businesses alike.

SaigoneerDec 29, 2017
Morning News Roundup: Toyota Vietnam Recalls Another 8,000 Cars Over Airbag Fault

Vietnam

Morning News Roundup: Toyota Vietnam Recalls Another 8,000 Cars Over Airbag Fault

Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook . ▪ Hanoi, Da Nang among world’s top trending destinations in 2018: Airbnb [VnExpress] ▪ Toyota Vietnam recalls another 8,000 cars over airbag fault [DTI]

SaigoneerDec 29, 2017
[Photos] Tatsuto Hibata: Finding Beauty in the World's Dense Urbanscapes

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[Photos] Tatsuto Hibata: Finding Beauty in the World's Dense Urbanscapes

The oeuvre of Japanese photographer Tatsuto Shibata includes an eclectic mix of subjects: streets tangled in neon signage, claustrophobic alleyways thrumming with commerce, sweeping city panoramas and enigmatic portraits.

SaigoneerDec 28, 2017
Hanoi Continues Building Railings to Protect Pavements From Encroaching Drivers

Vietnam

Hanoi Continues Building Railings to Protect Pavements From Encroaching Drivers

Hot on the heels of Ho Chi Minh City’s efforts to clear walking space on the city sidewalks , Hanoi officials are installing fences along their city’s sidewalks as a means of protecting pedestrians from vehicles.

SaigoneerDec 28, 2017
Lam Dong Officials Want to Revive Da Lat's Lost Railway With $172m

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Lam Dong Officials Want to Revive Da Lat's Lost Railway With $172m

Train enthusiasts, rejoice!

SaigoneerDec 28, 2017
Morning News Roundup: 13m Foreigners Spend Holidays in Vietnam in 2017

Vietnam

Morning News Roundup: 13m Foreigners Spend Holidays in Vietnam in 2017

Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook . ▪ 13 million foreigners spend holidays in Vietnam in 2017 [DTI] ▪ Vietnamese investor fined $440k for manipulating stock price [Tuoi Tre]

SaigoneerDec 28, 2017
Vietnam Approves Master Plan to Turn Dong Van Plateau Into National Tourism Site

Travel

Vietnam Approves Master Plan to Turn Dong Van Plateau Into National Tourism Site

A new tourism development master plan has been approved for an area of Vietnam's northernmost province known for its stunning natural beauty.

SaigoneerDec 27, 2017
Collective Remembrance Project Delves Into Artists' Personal Connection to Saigon

Music & Arts

Collective Remembrance Project Delves Into Artists' Personal Connection to Saigon

In his comprehensive work The Past is a Foreign Country , American historian and geographer David Lowenthal contends that, even in spite of historical accounts, recollections and relics that contribute to our knowledge of the past, the past can never be truly or wholly known, as there is no way to falsify or validate experiences that no longer exist.

Thi NguyenDec 27, 2017
VTN Architects Bring Vietnam's Bamboo Design to China in Massive Restaurant Project

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VTN Architects Bring Vietnam's Bamboo Design to China in Massive Restaurant Project

Vietnam's architect extraordinaire is adding his signature design style to various international destinations.

SaigoneerDec 27, 2017
One of Hanoi's Metro Trains Vandalized by Graffiti While in Storage

Vietnam

One of Hanoi's Metro Trains Vandalized by Graffiti While in Storage

Even Hanoi’s metro trains are not immune to vandalism.

SaigoneerDec 27, 2017
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam’s Banking Sector Expects 44% Surge in Profits in 2017

Vietnam

Morning News Roundup: Vietnam’s Banking Sector Expects 44% Surge in Profits in 2017

Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook . ▪ Vietnam escapes damage after typhoon takes heavy toll in Philippines [Reuters] ▪ Vietnam’s banking sector expects 44 pct surge in profits in 2017 [VnExpress]

SaigoneerDec 27, 2017
Vietnam Is Southeast Asia's Top Football Team in 2017: FIFA Ranking

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Vietnam Is Southeast Asia's Top Football Team in 2017: FIFA Ranking

Vietnam is officially Southeast Asia’s top football team as of 2017.

SaigoneerDec 26, 2017
[Video] The Story of Japan's Only Sushi Restaurant Run by All Female Chefs

Food Culture

[Video] The Story of Japan's Only Sushi Restaurant Run by All Female Chefs

A group of intrepid female chefs has been defying the laws of tradition to combat sexism in Japan’s sushi community.

SaigoneerDec 26, 2017
One of Vietnam's Major Internet Cables Has Gone Down...Again

Vietnam

One of Vietnam's Major Internet Cables Has Gone Down...Again

Vietnam's internet cable issues have continued, as one of the country's undersea connections encountered a glitch last week, just as repairs on two other cables were being completed.

SaigoneerDec 26, 2017
Morning News Roundup: Toyota Stops Sponsoring Vietnam’s Top-Flight Football League

Vietnam

Morning News Roundup: Toyota Stops Sponsoring Vietnam’s Top-Flight Football League

Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook . ▪ Visitors crowd Phu Quoc Walking Street on opening day [Tuoi Tre] ▪ Toyota stops sponsoring Vietnam’s top-flight football league [Tuoi Tre]

SaigoneerDec 26, 2017
Watch Ngo Thanh Van Kick Ass in This Latest Netflix Action-Fantasy Flick

Arts & Culture

Watch Ngo Thanh Van Kick Ass in This Latest Netflix Action-Fantasy Flick

2017 has been a good year for actresses of Vietnamese descent on the international stage.

SaigoneerDec 25, 2017
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