Japanese, European Brewers Eye a Stake in Vietnam’s Beer Industry
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- Published on 22 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
In an effort to make a dent in Vietnam’s debt, the national government is making moves to privatize the country’s two largest state-owned beer producers, and now regional and international brewers are hoping to tap into the nation’s beer market.
Morning News Roundup: 5 Million Vietnamese Lack Standard Toilets
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- Published on 22 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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5 million Vietnamese lack standard toilets [VnExpress]
Cold spell to hit northern Vietnam on Wednesday [VnExpress]
[Video] Malaysian Artist Creates Singaporean Mural With Chopsticks
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- Published on 21 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Next time you order take-away phở, don’t throw away your bamboo chopsticks; turn them into art.
Saigon Plans Golf Course in UNESCO-Protected Can Gio
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- Published on 21 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
Ho Chi Minh City’s Department of Urban Planning and Architecture recently proposed the construction of a golf course in Can Gio District near a UNESCO-recognized world biosphere reserve.
[Video] Saigon's Oldest Known Footage Captures Snippets of Life in 1899-1900
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- Published on 21 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
On December 28, 1895, Auguste and Louis Lumiere debuted the world’s very first motion picture at a cafe in Paris.
[Photos] Saigon Architect Combines Past and Present at 4Ps Ben Thanh
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- Published on 21 November 2016
- Written by Brian Letwin. Photos by Brandon Coleman.
In its new space near Ben Thanh Market, Saigon's most popular Japanese pizza joint, Pizza 4Ps, has managed to combine the southern hub's unique sense of place with innovative contemporary architecture.
Vietnamese Swimmer Breaks Asian Record to Take Home Gold
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- Published on 21 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Yesterday, Vietnamese swimmer Nguyen Thi Anh Vien left the 10th Asian Swimming Championships (ASC) with some hardware, in addition to setting a new competition record in the women’s 400-meter individual medley last Thursday.
Weekend News Roundup: Vietnam Pledges Tough Action Against Illegal Wildlife Trade
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- Published on 21 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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Vietnam pledges tough action against illegal wildlife trade [VnExpress]
Government approves 7.3% minimum wage increase [VietnamNet]
Street Cred: Chu Van An, Vietnam's Educator Extraordinaire
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- Published on 20 November 2016
- Written by Khoi Pham. Illustration by Anh H.
To celebrate Vietnamese Teacher’s Day 2016, this week’s Street Cred brings you the story of one of Vietnam's most beloved educators, Chu Van An.
Take a Tour of D10’s 64-Year-Old Mosque
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- Published on 20 November 2016
- Written by Dana Filek-Gibson. Photos by Frederik Wissink.
The gate to Masjid Niamatul Islamiyah does its best to hide the shaded, green garden behind it from street view. On the outside, you’re more likely to notice the motorbike repair shop next door spilling out onto the sidewalk than the high, faded gray-green metal gate in the background. Peek over the fence and the courtyard doesn’t seem like anything special, either, until you begin to notice the pastel-hued headstones floating between plants at the back of the complex and the green-and-white lettering above its modest prayer hall on the left.
Phu Quoc Fishermen Under Fire for Slaughtering Dolphin
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- Published on 19 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
A group of fishermen in Phu Quoc is mired in controversy after several photos emerged on Facebook showing them posing with a dolphin and then slaughtering it.
#WeAreSaigoneer: Instagram Shots of the Week
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- Published on 19 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
From sand dunes to freshwater lagoons, this is what we saw through our lens this week.
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks
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- Published on 18 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.
Earn a Free Stay in Da Lat by Planting a Tree
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- Published on 18 November 2016
- Written by Dana Filek-Gibson.
In Da Lat, the cozy Nha Gio Countryside guesthouse opens its doors to travelers who are willing to plant a tree as payment for a night’s stay.
Japan Reopens Street Swallowed by Sinkhole in Just a Week
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- Published on 18 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Japan has once again proven to the world that its construction personnel are nothing short of miracle workers after Fukuoka authorities filled a massive sinkhole in just 48 hours.
Hẻm Gems: An Old-School Nhậu on D10's Bia Hơi Block
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- Published on 18 November 2016
- Written by Dana Filek-Gibson. Photos by Brandon Coleman.
Any self-respecting Saigoneer has a certain reverence for the art of nhậu.
Prince William Visits Vietnam to Promote Wildlife Conservation, Drinks Coffee
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- Published on 18 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Prince William is wrapping up the final day of a Hanoi visit to promote wildlife conservation efforts at the third International Wildlife Trade Conference, hosted by Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.
Morning News Roundup: Hanoi to Spend Over $312,000 to Support Startup Community
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- Published on 18 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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Hanoi to spend over $312,000 to support start-up community [DTI]
Parents pay for brain-stimulation training for children [VietnamNet]
Saigon Needs $7.6bn for Infrastructure Projects by 2020: Official
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- Published on 17 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
In the wake of budget cuts, Saigon’s municipal government is projecting a required investment of US$7.6 billion to implement the city’s planned infrastructure projects by 2020.
Ben Tre Businessman Gives Former Convicts, Addicts New Lease on Life
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- Published on 17 November 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
After reading his job posting in the local newspaper, many people thought Kieu Thanh Tam had lost his mind: “Help wanted: ex-convicts and drug addicts who want another chance at life.”
