Details: Published on 16 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

Vietnamese netizens are flexing their meme skills ahead of United States president Barack Obama's visit to the country.

The Lost Railway That Once Connected Da Nang and Hoi An

Details: Published on 16 May 2016; Written by Tim Doling.

One hundred years ago, visitors to Tourane (Đa Nẵng) could alight from their train right outside the Hàn Market and, after crossing the Hàn River by ferry, take a steam train all the way to Hội An.

Weekend News Roundup: Too Soon to Lift the Arms Ban on Vietnam

Details: Published on 16 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

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World Bank supports Vietnam with $150m to enhance competitiveness [Hanoi Times]

Too soon to lift the arms ban on Vietnam [New York Times]

[Photos] 28 Advertisements From Old Saigon

Details: Published on 14 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

For as much advertising as Saigon has today, the city's billboards and storefronts have made the switch from hand-painted lettering and retro designs to a more modern – and sometimes more generic – form of signage.

[Video] No More Fruit: China Bans Erotic Banana-Eating Online

Details: Published on 14 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

While South Korea is busy going wild for stray cats eating food, China has its own ideas about dining while in view of a webcam.

Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks

Details: Published on 13 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

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

Vietnam Begins to Investigate Those Named in Panama Papers

Details: Published on 13 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

Vietnamese authorities will be investigating the 189 Vietnam-based individuals and companies named in the controversial Panama Papers.

[Photos] Architect Pairs Minimalist Design With Green Surroundings

Details: Published on 13 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

Located in a greenery-free neighborhood of Binh Duong province, the beauty of Up2Green house lies not only in the urban zen of its architectural elements but also in the homeowners' motivations in building the house.

Hẻm Gems: Saigon's Sủi Cảo Street

Details: Published on 13 May 2016; Written by Dana Filek-Gibson. Photo by Brandon Coleman.

Saigon is, in essence, a giant food court. From District 1 to Binh Chanh, the city streets are pretty much a macro version of the cooked food section at your local market, spread out over miles of uneven sidewalk and cramped alley space. And in the great food court of the south, District 11's Ha Ton Quyen is where you go for sủi cảo.

[Video] Another Mass Fish Death Hits Vietnam

Details: Published on 13 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

While the mystery surrounding central Vietnam's mass fish deaths remains, the four coastal provinces affected by the die-off are not alone in their plight, as locals in the northern province of Thanh Hoa have lost roughly 19 tons of fish after a nearby company dumped wastewater into the river.

Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Says US Lifting of Arms Ban Would Reflect Trust: Report

Details: Published on 13 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.

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Environmental group bashes $1.1bn plan for Vietnam's Red River [Thanh Nien]

Panama Papers to be checked closely: SBV [DTI]

Vietnam Drank 1bn Liters of Beer in First 4 Months of 2016

Details: Published on 12 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

Vietnam, one of the world's thirstiest countries, drank over 1 billion liters of beer in the first four months of 2016.

[Video] Korea's Foodporn Obsession Now Involves Cats

Details: Published on 12 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

By now, you've probably heard tell of South Korea's considerable muk bang viewership. This unusual online craze, in which nationally famous foodporn stars can earn thousands of dollars a month by stuffing their faces in front of a webcam, seems to be going strong.

Hanoi's Fancy, New, Boring Street

Details: Published on 12 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

Last weekend, Hanoi unveiled its first “model street”, on which all storefronts must follow strict aesthetic requirements.

Livinwondr: A People’s Art Project

Details: Published on 12 May 2016; Written by Zelda Rudzitsky. Photos by Brandon Coleman.

The first installation of new community project Livinwondrexpresses the stories and creative ideas of the public through transformative media art.

Vietnam to Merge 3 Emergency Phone Numbers Into 1

Details: Published on 12 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

Vietnamese authorities are moving forward on a plan to merge the nation's three emergency hotline numbers into one.

Morning News Roundup: Vietnam’s Lack of Iconic Buildings Is About to Change, Says Design Expert

Details: Published on 12 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.

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Vietnam’s lack of iconic buildings is about to change, says design expert [Property Report]

Vietnamese mother jailed for killing son in 'resurrection' ritual [Thanh Nien]

[Illustrations] Local Illustrators Bring Saigon's Street Carts to Life

Details: Published on 11 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

Saigon's streets are full of mobile vendors, schlepping food carts or huffing it across the road with a bamboo pole over one shoulder. Whether selling hot food or fresh fruit, pet fish or woven baskets, these people are part of the city's everyday scenery.

Panama Papers List 189 Individuals Linked to Vietnam

Details: Published on 11 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

While the initial shock of the Panama Papers has slowly begun to subside, Vietnam's involvement in the massive data leak is only just beginning.

Reunification Palace Opens 2 New Rooms to Visitors

Details: Published on 11 May 2016; Written by Saigoneer.

One of the city's most famous landmarks has opened two new rooms for visitors.

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