Details: Published on 28 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

As he scooted around District 1 last week, tens of thousands of Vietnamese poured into the streets to show catch a glimpse of US President Barack Obama.

An Abridged History of Phở

Details: Published on 28 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.

Phở is serious business.

Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks

Details: Published on 27 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.

Da Nang Police to Fine People for Littering

Details: Published on 27 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

Da Nang is putting its foot down when it comes to public littering, imposing fines on those who throw garbage anywhere but the trash can.

[Photos] Hanoi's CN House Proves Good Things Come in Small Packages

Details: Published on 27 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

Hanoi-based architects MON Atelier recently transformed a tiny house tucked away in one of the capital's alleys from an aging, 45.6-square-meter structure to a charming, cozy residence known as the CN House.

Hẻm Gems: Binh Thanh's Delectable Bánh Căn

Details: Published on 27 May 2016; Written by Tran Thanh Binh. Photos by Brandon Coleman.

Located on a busy street in Binh Thanh District, Hai Ton Quan is a small, family-run restaurant that serves up Phan Rang-style cuisine, that glorious mixture of tasty, golden-brown rice cakes and fresh seafood.

Fake Cops Busted by Real Cops in Hai Phong

Details: Published on 27 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

While everyone in Hanoi and Saigon is still coming down from Obamamania, two men in Hai Phong are in custody after posing as fake policemen and firing a gun at real policemen.

Morning News Roundup: Foreigner Introduces Paddle Board Taxi Service to Flooded Hanoi Street

Details: Published on 27 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.

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Suspended public works leave HCMC residents in limbo [Vietnam News]

Foreigner introduces paddle board taxi service to flooded Hanoi street [Tuoi Tre]

Formosa Suspected of Tax Evasion in Vietnam

Details: Published on 26 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

Hung Nghiep Formosa Ha Tinh Steel Company – the firm which recently came under scrutiny after central Vietnam's mass fish death – is once again in hot water this week, as both the Ha Tinh customs department and Ha Tinh tax department have accused the firm of tax evasion.

[Video] Locals Help Rescue Massive Whale in Nghe An

Details: Published on 26 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

On Wednesday morning, thousands of residents from Nghe An province's Dien Thinh Commune rushed to the local beach to watch the rescue of a large, stranded whale.

Thailand Decides to Close Popular Island Being Trampled by Tourists

Details: Published on 26 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

Thailand has decided to close one of its popular tourist islands, citing environmental and conservation concerns.

Street Cred: Ngo Quyen

Details: Published on 26 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

Northern Vietnam's Bach Dang River may be overshadowed by the buzzing tourist attractions of Ha Long Bay, however this historic river has played an instrumental role in Vietnamese history for centuries.

Vietnam, General Electric Enter 1,000MW Wind Power Pact

Details: Published on 26 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

American-based General Electric (GE) and Vietnam’s trade ministry have agreed on a massive wind power deal that will supply the country with 1,000 megawatts of power by 2025.

Morning News Roundup: The Tale of Kieu, Lotus and the US President

Details: Published on 26 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Shing Chan.

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HCMC to be a startup hub: Deputy Prime Minister [SGGP]

HCMC finally requires acid buyers to present IDs after many attacks [Thanh Nien]

[Photos] 19 Images of 1972 Singapore

Details: Published on 25 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

Today, Singapore is far and away one of the most developed cities in Asia. The Lion City routinely ranks among the most liveable cities in Asia and represents for much of its region the pinnacle of clean, organized and eco-friendly development.

Obama Wraps up Successful Vietnam Trip

Details: Published on 25 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

As Air Force One makes its way to Japan ahead of the G7 Summit, it's safe to say that United States president Barack Obama's visit has been a positive and productive one for Vietnam.

Vietnamese Cocoa Receives Fine Flavor Recognition

Details: Published on 25 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

Vietnam officially earned a fancy new title this week at the 2016 World Cocoa Conference.

[Video] This D7 High-Rise Is Getting Its Own Artificial Island

Details: Published on 25 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

Last month, local firms An Gia Investment and Phat Dat Real Estate Development Joint Stock Company joined forces with Japan's Creed Group to introduce one of the city's most ambitious luxury residence projects to date.