[Video] Forest in South-Central Vietnam Cleared for Golf Course Without Approval
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- Published on 26 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
A forest in Phu Yen province has been cleared to make way for a golf course and resort, despite the fact the project hasn't been approved.
[Photos] Vietnamese-American Artist Helps Create and Share 'Made by Refugee' Stickers
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- Published on 26 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
If you’ve come across a “Made by Refugee” sticker in Saigon, know that they’re the brainchild of artist duo Kien Quan and Jillian Young, created in an effort to raise awareness of the global refugee crisis.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam's Car Market Has 2nd-Fastest Growth in World
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- Published on 26 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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- Vietnam’s plan to develop 800 MW wind power delayed [VietnamNet]
[Photos] The Children of 1967 Vietnam
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- Published on 25 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Some of these kids could be our moms and dads.
Vietnam's First Waste-to-Energy Plant Starts Operation in Hanoi
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- Published on 25 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam’s first waste-to-energy plant is now ready for commercial operations.
Saigon Welcomes Dedicated 'Jewelry Street' in District 5
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- Published on 25 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
In another effort to enhance the city’s image, Saigon authorities have greenlit the establishment of a jewelry street in District 5.
City Rising: Richie Fawcett’s Intricate Saigon Panoramas Hit L’Usine This Week
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- Published on 25 April 2017
- Written by Brian Letwin. Image courtesy of Richie Fawcett.
Saigon-based artist Richie Fawcett is back with an extensive new collection of drawings that will soon be on display at L’Usine Dong Khoi.
Viettel to Launch New Luxury Smartphone Later This Year
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- Published on 25 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Time to save up, Saigoneers: rumor has it that Viettel will launch a new luxury smartphone by the end of the year.
Morning News Roundup: Drivers Bemoan Confusing Toll Booth Rules in HCMC
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- Published on 25 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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An Giang Riverbank Collapses, Drags 16 Houses Underwater
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- Published on 24 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Last Saturday, an entire section of a riverbank in the Mekong Delta's An Giang province collapsed, dragging scores of houses into the river.
Here Are the Most Profitable Companies in Vietnam Last Year
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- Published on 24 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
A total of 22 companies listed in Vietnam achieved post-tax profits of over VND1 trillion last year.
[Photos] Hanoi's 'Party Apartment' Is Perfect for the Fun-Loving Crowd
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- Published on 24 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Hanoi’s spacious “Party Apartment” is the perfect home for local social butterflies out there.
Saigon to Launch Public Bike-Sharing Scheme
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- Published on 24 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
In an effort to encourage locals to use public transport, Saigon authorities announced a bike-sharing program last Friday.
Weekend News Roundup: President Trump Invites Vietnam PM to Visit US
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- Published on 24 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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Capital City Series Returns With Edition on Phnom Penh’s Rapid Development
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- Published on 23 April 2017
- Written by Brian Letwin.
Michael Waibel, the German human geographer, is back with another book in his series that takes a close look at the development of Southeast Asian cities from the perspective of both built environments and the people who live within them. This time, the series shines the limelight on Phnom Penh.
Bear Rescue Center in Northern Vietnam Expands in Effort to End Bile Farming
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- Published on 23 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam's most well-known bear sanctuary recently expanded, creating more space for animals rescued from bile farming.
Homegrown Startup The KAfe Disappears From Saigon, Hanoi
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- Published on 23 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Just a year after making national headlines for successfully attracting US$5.5 million in foreign investment, Hanoi-based fusion food chain The KAfe has ended its operations in both the capital and Saigon.
Street Cred: Duy Tan, The 8-Year-Old Emperor
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- Published on 22 April 2017
- Written by Dana Filek-Gibson. Illustration by Anh H.
When the French first enthroned Duy Tan, the youngest emperor of the Nguyen dynasty, their expectation was that a boy, at the ripe age of eight, would not take much interest in imperial rule.
#WeAreSaigoneer: Instagram Shots of the Week
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- Published on 22 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
From Saigon street at dusk to traditional Chinese decor, this is what we saw through our lens this week.
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks
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- Published on 21 April 2017
- Written by Saigoneer.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.
