[Photos] Da Nang: COASTAL City – Views From Above
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- Published on 30 March 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. Today, we’ll start with the first chapter: "Views From Above".
Laos Releases Dam Water to Ease Vietnam's Drought
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- Published on 30 March 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Laos has agreed to release water from its Mekong River dams to help Vietnamese farmers as Vietnam continues to grapple with the most expensive weather-related disaster in its history.
Morning News Roundup: HCMC Starts Hygiene Campaign
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- Published on 30 March 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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HCMC starts hygiene campaign [TR Weekly]
Drought in Vietnam will become 'dangerous' in April: forecast [Thanh Nien]
New Rules Prohibit Swearing, Fighting or Loud Noise in Local Apartments: Ministry
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- Published on 29 March 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Triet Thai.
If you feel the need to tell off your neighbor, let loose by turning your speakers up to 11 or just want to start an innocent fight club in your apartment, you better get to work, as none of these will be technically allowed beginning this Saturday.
On Vietnam's Roads, One Death Every Hour
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- Published on 29 March 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Every hour, someone dies in a traffic accident in Vietnam.
[Photos] It's Cherry Blossom Season in Japan
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- Published on 29 March 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Springtime signals its presence differently around the world, but Japan's spring awakening is particularly famous. Every year, thousands upon thousands of cherry trees blossom across the country in a dramatic show of pink and white.
[Photos] A Farewell to Saigon's War-Era Water Towers
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- Published on 29 March 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photos by Brandon Coleman.
Saigon Water Company (Sawaco) is drawing up plans to destroy seven of the eight large war-era water towers scattered across the city.
Cam Ranh's New International Port Can Accommodate Carriers, Submarines: Report
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- Published on 29 March 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Earlier this month, Vietnam unveiled a massive new international seaport at Cam Ranh Bay.
Morning News Roundup: More New Airlines to Operate in Vietnam
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- Published on 29 March 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
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HCMC to manage pavement encroachment [Vietnam News]
Behind the Cover: 'Da Nang: COASTAL City' to Hit Bookshelves Next Month
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- Published on 28 March 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Next month, German editor Michael Waibel will release Da Nang: COASTAL City, the third in a series of large-format photo books dedicated to documenting the development and vibrancy of Vietnam. In conjunction with the Goethe Institute and Audi Vietnam, Waibel's latest book focuses on the cities of Central Vietnam – Da Nang, Hoi An and Hue – and what the country's rapid development means for each city and its people. As a proud media sponsor of the book, Saigoneer spoke to Waibel about what to expect in his most recent effort.
The Shitty Reality Behind Civet-Poop Coffee
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- Published on 28 March 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
We love a good cup of civet-poop coffee just as much as the next person, but maybe it's time to let go.
Are Millionaires' Yachts the Key to Opening Saigon’s Waterways?
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- Published on 28 March 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Over the years, there’s been much talk about how to better capitalize on Saigon’s 975 kilometers of woefully underused waterways. While the city shows signs of progress in this area – there are plans for water taxis on the Saigon River and city tourism officials recently launched gondola tours of the Nhieu Loc-Thi Nghe Canal – Saigon has been slow to tap into its riverine resources. But as it often goes in Vietnam, the city’s wealthy may become the most effective agent for change.
Marshal Joffre’s 1921 Visit to Saigon
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- Published on 28 March 2016
- Written by Tim Doling.
French government photographers have left us a detailed photographic record of Great War hero Marshal Joffre’s December 1921 visit to Saigon.
Repairs to Collapsed Bien Hoa Bridge to Cost $13.4m, Finish by July
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- Published on 28 March 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
The Bien Hoa bridge that collapsed earlier this month will be rebuilt by July, thanks to a directive from Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung.
Weekend News Roundup: MobiFone to Pilot 4G Services
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- Published on 28 March 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brandon Coleman.
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David Beckham comparisons OK with Vietnam star Le Cong Vinh [ESPN]
[Video] A Modern-Day Homage to 'Sai Gon Dep Lam'
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- Published on 27 March 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
First released around 1965, “Sai Gon Dep Lam” became an instant classic the moment it hit the airwaves. The iconic song is now considered a musical embodiment of old Saigon and has spawned dozens of covers over the years.
[Video] Take a Ride on Saigon's Brand New Airport Bus
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- Published on 26 March 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Last week, Saigon officials debuted a brand new set of buses for its 109 route, which travels from Pham Ngu Lao's 23-9 Park past Ben Thanh Market and onward to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.
Hanoi Makes Trip Advisor’s Top 10 Destination List
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- Published on 26 March 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
While Hanoi’s Noi Bai International Airport was recently named among the best 100 in the world, the capital itself took home a bit of an honor this week, making the top 10 in Trip Advisor’s “Best Destinations of 2016” awards.
Vinhomes to Build Ha Long Complex Full of Shophouses
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- Published on 25 March 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Ha Long Bay is about to get its first urban development, courtesy of Vinhomes.
Saigon Is Now Part of Vietnam's Water Crisis
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- Published on 25 March 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
The water salinization crisis which has plagued Mekong Delta cities since February is now making its way into Saigon households.
