Vietnam's Economy Might Be Larger Than Singapore's in 10 Years: DBS Report
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- Published on 30 May 2019
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
With growth rates that could steady at 6.5% over the next decade, Vietnam's economy could surpass that of Singapore by 2029, according to a report by a Singaporean bank.
Morning Stories Roundup: HCMC's CPI up 0.58% in May
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- Published on 30 May 2019
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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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.
[Illustrations] 10 Endangered Species of the World as Illustrated by a Chinese Designer
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- Published on 29 May 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
In the decade of millennials, putting endangered species on hip T-shirts might be one of the best ways to raise awareness of biodiversity.
Celebrity Chef Nguyen Dzoan Cam Van Ordained as Buddhist Monk
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- Published on 29 May 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
Dubbed Vietnam's "national chef," Nguyen Dzoan Cam Van is a household name among many Vietnamese for her role as a cooking instructor on the hit cooking show Kheo Tay Hay Lam.
Le Pho Painting Sets Record for Most Expensive Vietnamese Art Sold at Auction
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- Published on 29 May 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
'Nude,' or 'Nue' in French, is an oil painting by famed 20th-century Vietnamese artist Le Pho. It was recently sold for US$1.4 million, more than 2.5 times its expected value at an auction at Christie's in Hong Kong last Sunday.
Morning Stories Roundup: HCMC Focuses on Urban Regeneration Along Canals
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- Published on 29 May 2019
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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Vietnam Earmarks $1.2bn for Forest Protection, Restoration
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- Published on 28 May 2019
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
The plan focuses on improving sustainable forest and environmental management, protection and development along with conservation to increase total forest cover from 2.5 million hectares to 2.72 million hectares by 2030. It's estimated to cost VND28 trillion (US$1.2 billion).
Nguyen Huu Linh to Face Trial for Sexually Harassing Young Girl in Elevator
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- Published on 28 May 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
Almost two months after the incident occurred, Saigon authorities have officially moved forward with the child sexual harassment case that has attracted significant public attention.
Vietnamese Short Awarded Illy Prize at Cannes Film Festival 2019
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- Published on 28 May 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
Director's Fortnight is an independent event running parallel to the main Cannes Film Festival, organized by the French Directors Guild starting in 1969.
Morning Stories Roundup: Heavy Rains Forecast to Hit Northern Localities
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- Published on 28 May 2019
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Kevin Lee.
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[Photos] The Mekong Delta on the Brink of a New Decade
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- Published on 27 May 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
Taken by Stewart Jackson, a member of the US Army in 1970, and archived in the gallery of the 6/31st Infantry in Vietnam, these photos depict life in Duong Diem Town, Chau Thanh, Tien Giang Province.
Quang Binh Homestay Owners Struggle in Price War Against Major Hotels
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- Published on 27 May 2019
- Written by Saigoneer.
Price reduction by companies with deep pockets disproportionately harms homestay proprietors, who used to be farmers living near Phong Nha–Ke Bang National Park.
Disjointed Drainage, Trash-Filled Canals Make Tan Son Nhat Prone to Flooding
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- Published on 27 May 2019
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With great summer showers comes great flooding.
Saigoneer Podcast: The Laughing Gas Debate and Our Favorite Sauces
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- Published on 27 May 2019
- Written by Saigoneer. Illustration by Hannah Hoang.
The latest Saigoneer Podcast episode is out now!
Weekend Stories Roundup: Public Bikes, VinID and Forest Protection
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- Published on 27 May 2019
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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Each Vietnamese Consumes 3kg of Beef, 20l of Milk Annually, Minister Says
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- Published on 25 May 2019
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
Despite the country’s rising wealth, Vietnam still consumes a modest amount of beef compared with the world average.
[Photos] How a Taiwanese Grandpa Used Art to Save His Village From Demolition
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- Published on 25 May 2019
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An abandoned 1,200-household village in Taichung, Taiwan was about to be torn down, but its last resident ended up transforming it into a huge, well-known masterpiece.
Saigon Postcard No. 16: Rainstorm Inspiration
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- Published on 25 May 2019
- Written by Paul Christiansen. Illustrations by Hannah Hoang.
While the rainy season's flooded streets, soaked satchels and delayed appointments can make one curse its arrival, sometimes when the torrent hits the neon storefronts just so, it becomes a source of inspiration.
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks
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- Published on 24 May 2019
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Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.
Hẻm Gems: In Saigon's First Shots Bar, Usain Bolt and Princess Peach in Test Tubes
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- Published on 24 May 2019
- Written by Mervin Lee. Photos by Mervin Lee.
Pham Ngu Lao Street, along with its sister street Bui Vien, has been known for almost two decades to foreigners as the perfect place to drink, bunk-in and conveniently repeat. In other words, a booze-filled heaven complete with affordable hostels and hotels for first-timers in Vietnam.
