[Photos] Saigoneer Getaways: A Laid-Back Morning in the Delta
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- Published on 14 April 2016
- Written by Lee Starnes. Photos by Lee Starnes.
While Can Tho has grown exponentially in population over the last 40 years, the capital of western Vietnam still retains much of its Delta charm. Here, the Hau River dictates local life, slowing down the bustle and chaos of the Mekong's largest urban center to match its languid pace. Each morning, boat dwellers and city folk alike are up at the crack of dawn to walk along the riverfront or head off to market with their wares. By the time the sun has found its place in the sky, much of the city's early rush is over and a calm takes over Can Tho's sleepy city streets and waterways.
Wild Elephant Wanders out of Forest, Searches for Food, Crushes Motorbike
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- Published on 14 April 2016
- Written by Dana Filek-Gibson
One especially hungry wild elephant caused a ruckus in the southern province of Dong Nai earlier this week.
[Photos] Check out Northern Vietnam's Stunning French Colonial High School
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- Published on 14 April 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
In northern Nam Dinh province, Nguyen Khuyen High School isn't your average teaching facility.
[Video] See If You Can Spot Vietnam in This 'Skull Island' First-Look Featurette
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- Published on 14 April 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
As part of this year's MTV Movie Awards ceremony, which took place last weekend, the people behind Kong: Skull Island put out a nice little featurette teasing the forthcoming movie, which is set to premiere in 2017.
Chinese E-Commerce Giant Alibaba Buys $1bn Stake in Lazada
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- Published on 14 April 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
On Tuesday, Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group Holding Ltd announced its decision to purchase a US$1 billion stake in Southeast Asian e-commerce outfit Lazada, marking the company's biggest overseas deal to date.
Morning News Roundup: Will Vietnam Legalize Prostitution?
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- Published on 14 April 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Alberto Prieto.
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Jetro reports very low localization rate of Japanese businesses in Vietnam [SGGP]
Top 500 fastest growing enterprises announced [VietnamNet]
Technology Has Officially Entered Saigon’s Art Scene
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- Published on 13 April 2016
- Written by Zelda Rudzitsky. Photos by Brian Letwin.
From the invention of farming to the advent of military drones, technology has shaped the economy, politics and culture of every society. It was inevitable that such a vital element of our lives would enter the art world and not just as a new tool for expressing creativity.
No More Nudes: Vietnam to Forbid Celebrities From Taking Naked Pics
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- Published on 13 April 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Much to everyone's dismay, Vietnamese celebrities, models and beauty queens will be banned from taking nude photographs and distributing them online beginning May 15.
Meet Ex4U, the Taiwanese Electric Car Coming to Vietnam
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- Published on 13 April 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
A two-seater electric car may soon hit the streets of Vietnam.
[Photos] 'Da Nang: COASTAL City' – Architecture and Housing
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- Published on 13 April 2016
- Written by Michael Waibel.
Saigoneer is proud to be the media sponsor of Da Nang: COASTAL City, a large-format photo book exploring the urban development, landscapes and people of Central Vietnam. Produced with the support of the Goethe Institute as well as funding from Audi, the publication is split into five chapters, each covering a major theme related to Central Vietnam's urban development. Over the course of the next few weeks, we’ll be giving you an overview of the book's fantastic photos. This week's installment covers the book's third chapter, "Architecture and Housing". Click here for chapters one and two.
It’s Official: Americans to Get 1-Year Vietnam Visas by June
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- Published on 13 April 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Starting later this year, American tourists visiting Vietnam will be able to get a one-year, multiple-entry visa.
[Video] Travel the Length of Vietnam in One Minute
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- Published on 12 April 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
For those of us who prefer armchair travel, Vimeo user Riccardo Fasoli's stunning minute-long journey through Vietnam is the perfect mini holiday.
Guy Test Drives a $224,000 Beamer, Wraps it Around a Tree
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- Published on 12 April 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
If you're having a bad day, look on the bright side: at least you haven't totaled a US$224,000 BMW.
[Photos] Incredible Juxtapositions Show How China Has Changed Over the Past Century
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- Published on 12 April 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
In a country where cities rise from rice paddies, to say that China has developed rapidly over the past century is something of understatement. Self-described “photography and creativity enthusiast” Dheera Venkatraman recently created a set of then-and-now photos to visually convey this development.
Sawaco to Build 6 Underground Reservoirs in Saigon
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- Published on 12 April 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
In an effort to protect the southern hub from drought, Saigon Water Company (Sawaco) is working with municipal authorities to create six underground water reservoirs.
[Video] Hue to Get Jazzy New Boardwalk
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- Published on 12 April 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Hue is set to get a major riverside upgrade as local officials have submitted a proposal to build a boardwalk next to the Huong River later this year.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam’s Vingroup Wins Triple Asia Pacific Property Awards
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- Published on 12 April 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Alexander McMillan.
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Security camera nemesis of HCMC criminals [Tuoi Tre]
Vietnam eyes ending flooding in urban centers by 2050 [Vietnamplus]
Saigon to Ban Eating, Drinking, Fun on Nguyen Hue
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- Published on 11 April 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brian Letwin.
Starting April 18, a new law which bans eating and drinking on Nguyen Hue – along with several other activities – will take effect.
Animated Shorts Bring Vietnamese History to the Small Screen
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- Published on 11 April 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
In an effort to teach Vietnamese children (and perhaps adults, too) about their nation's past, one local channel has begun playing short, animated videos depicting famous moments in Vietnamese history.
Saigon’s Favorite Churches: Huyen Sy Church
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- Published on 11 April 2016
- Written by Tim Doling. Photos by Lee Starnes.
Widely regarded as one of the most beautiful churches in the city, the Église Huyện Sỹ in District 1 was constructed in 1902-1905 on the corner of Rue Frère Louis (now Nguyễn Trãi Street) and Rue Frère Guilleraut (now Tôn Thất Tùng Street).
