A Bold Move: The Story Of A Saigon Jiu Jitsu Artist
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- Published on 01 September 2015
- Written by Shing Chan.
Vietnam has a deep-rooted tradition of võ thuật, or martial arts. Both throughout history and in popular culture, the image of a wise, mild-mannered martial artist stands as the epitome of respect, power and self-control.
Vietnam Will Free 18,539 Prisoners On Wednesday
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- Published on 01 September 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
As part of its National Day amnesty, Vietnam will release 18,539 prisoners, reports Tuoi Tre.
30 Old Pictures Of Thu Duc District: Former Weekend Getaway
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- Published on 01 September 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Thu Duc isn't exactly a place you'd consider going on holiday. Today, the suburban district is home to industrial centers, dusty roads, busy residential neighborhoods and rumbling transport trucks, unlike its former era.
[Video] The Vietnamese Navy Just Bought a Pirate Ship
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- Published on 01 September 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
According to Voice of Vietnam, the Vietnamese Navy now has a proud new addition to its fleet, thanks to the work of Polish shipbuilder Marine Projects, Ltd.
Baggage Truck Driver Loses License After Colliding With Airplane at Tan Son Nhat
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- Published on 01 September 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
A Tan Son Nhat baggage truck driver is without a license after crashing into a China Airlines plane last Thursday, reports Thanh Nien.
Morning News Roundup: Survey Reveals Massive Shortfall In Public Service Quality
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- Published on 01 September 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Tycoon to the rescue as cheaper China floods Vietnam's economy [Thanh Nien]
Survey reveals massive shortfall in public service quality [DTI]
Experts urge firms to study laws for TPP [Vietnam Plus]
Hanoi Closes 40 Streets For National Day Parade
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- Published on 31 August 2015
- Written by Saigoneer. Illustration by Nam Núm.
Beginning at 9pm on Tuesday, 40 streets in downtown Hanoi will be closed for the National Day parade, Voice of Vietnam reports. Roughly 35,000 people are expected to participate in this year's festivities, which mark the 70th anniversary of Vietnamese independence.
Son Doong Tops Smithsonian's List Of Places To See In The 21st Century
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- Published on 31 August 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Late last week, Smithsonian magazine announced its 21st Century Life List, giving a fancy name to what most of us call a “bucket list”. The lineup included several hair-raising experiences, from the world's fastest roller coaster to the world's deepest dive, an Antarctic music festival and a high-speed jaunt to the edge of space. But it was central Vietnam's Son Doong, the world's largest cave, that topped the list.
Vietnam Railways to Introduce E-Ticketing System Next Month
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- Published on 31 August 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Starting next month, travelers will be able to purchase train tickets via an electronic ticketing system, reports Talk Vietnam.
[Photos] What Citizens Of The World Eat In A Day
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- Published on 31 August 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Most of us don't give a second thought to what we eat in a day. According to National Geographic, the average person consumes 2,870 calories from morning to night, but what you eat can change dramatically depending on where you live and what's available.
Vietnam Airlines Drops Plan To Purchase Airbus A380
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- Published on 31 August 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines (VNA) will no longer be adding the Airbus A380, the world’s largest passenger airplane, to its fleet, Thanh Nien reported on Wednesday.
Weekend News Roundup: Around 300 New Businesses Launched Each Day In Vietnam
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- Published on 31 August 2015
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Triet Thai.
Vietnam debates design of helmets for ethnic women with high buns [Tuoi Tre]
Hanoi authorities make ambitious flood pledge for National Day [DTI]
UK firm makes master design for Dung Quat oil refinery’s expansion [DTI]
[Photos] New Bridge Cutting Distance From HCMC To Mekong Delta Opens Tomorrow
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- Published on 28 August 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Starting tomorrow, city travelers will be able to cut their trip to My Tho from 100 kilometres to 25 kilometres, reports Tuoi Tre.
10 Things To Avoid During The Month Of Spirits
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- Published on 28 August 2015
- Written by Shing Chan.
Today marks the ceremonial day of the “ghost month”, one of Vietnam's lesser known annual traditions. Often joked about, this is actually an important time in the Vietnamese year and influences much of what people do.
[Video] Hanoi Traffic Police Pursue Mai Linh Cab Driver in 'Terrifying High-Speed Chase'
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- Published on 28 August 2015
- Written by Saigoneer. Illustration by Nam Núm.
A Mai Linh taxi driver is in some serious trouble after speeding away when officers attempted to pull him over for a traffic violation.
Hẻm Gems: Bánh Bao Chiên @ Lý Chính Thắng Street Cart
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- Published on 28 August 2015
- Written by Nam Núm. Photos by Lee Starnes.
Imagine it's around 4pm and a sprinkle of rain is just starting to fall outside. You sit in the office thinking about how wonderful it would be to have a small snack by your side.
Woman Holds Funeral For Herself And Five Living Relatives
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- Published on 28 August 2015
- Written by Saigoneer. Illustration by Nam Núm.
On Tuesday, a Phan Thiet woman organized a collective funeral for herself and five other living family members, drawing the attention of several curious neighbors.
Morning News Roundup: Fine Might Go Up To $1,800 For Overloaded Vehicles
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- Published on 28 August 2015
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Triet Thai.
$107 million approved for second Laos border gate [Vietnam Net]
Minimum wage may rise 12% [Vietnam Net]
[Photos] Hanoi Streets Under Water After a Night of Heavy Rain
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- Published on 27 August 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Less than two hours of rain turned Hanoi into a citywide swimming pool on Wednesday evening. As predicted by the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, a bout of heavy rain drenched the capital city, beginning around 7pm. Transportation was stifled, with water levels reaching over 30cm on some streets and stranding many city residents.
[Photos] Open-Air Cafe Stands Out On Kontum Waterfront
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- Published on 27 August 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Kontum is not, perhaps, the first place you'd expect to find a piece of modern architecture, but perched on the Dakbla River is the imposing Kontum Indochine Cafe. Designed by award-winning architecture firm Vo Trong Nghia, the cafe is part of a local hotel complex which lies adjacent to Dakbla Bridge, a gateway into the city.
