Vietnamese Customs Officers Ordered to 'Improve Attitude' Toward Tourists
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- Published on 12 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
In what seems to be yet another attempt to boost poor tourism numbers, the Vietnamese government has told customs officials to be nice or else.
Saigon Seeks to Extend Metro Line to Tan Son Nhat
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- Published on 12 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Saigon authorities are looking to expand one of the city’s future metro lines to Tan Son Nhat Airport.
Designer Spotlight: Linda Mai Phung
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- Published on 12 June 2015
- Written by Zelda Rudzitsky. Images courtesy of Linda Mai Phung.
The last couple of months have been exciting for Saigon-based fashion designer, Linda Mai Phung. The young French-Vietnamese designer recently celebrated the 5th anniversary of her eponymous brand, launched a temporary pop-up store in Saigon and is getting ready to bring her summer 2016 collection to Berlin Fashion Week this coming July.
Internet Speeds In Vietnam Will Return To Normal Ahead Of Schedule
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- Published on 12 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Internet speeds in Vietnam should return to normal in the coming days as repairs to and maintenance of the Asia-America Gateway (AAG) will be completed ahead of schedule.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Inspects Major Airports After Baggage Theft Complaints
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- Published on 12 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
‘Napalm Girl’ photo sold for $11,750 at Vietnam auction [Tuoi Tre]
Vietnamese enterprises too fragmented for global, regional economic integration [Tuoi Tre]
Vietnam inspects major airports after baggage theft complaints [Thanh Nien]
[Photos] Take A Walk Through The Streets Of Old Hanoi
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- Published on 11 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
At the turn of the 20th century, people often referred to the Vietnamese capital as “the 36 streets of Hanoi.” Most of these 36 streets lie in today’s Old Quarter and still retain names that reflect the specialized businesses they once housed.
Saigon Zoo Will Not Be Torn Down For Commercial Complex: Official
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- Published on 11 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
City officials have denied speculation that Saigon’s historic zoo will be torn down and replaced by a commercial complex.
[Infographic] A Guide to Petrol Prices in Vietnam and Southeast Asia
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- Published on 11 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
After months of cut-rate petrol prices, it’s no longer particularly cheap to fill up your tank in Vietnam. But are today’s prices higher than ever? Who sets petrol rates and what exactly are we paying for? All is revealed in this handy infographic.
[Video] Hanoi Road Rage Leads To Epic Jump Kick
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- Published on 11 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Driving can test the patience of even the most cool and collected individuals. For one Hanoi driver, the poor directional choices of a motorbiker led to an epic jump kick to the chest.
Vietnam Looks To The West For Fighter Jets, Drones
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- Published on 11 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam is in talks with US and European contractors to further modernize its air defense systems with new fighter jets, unmanned drones and maritime patrol planes.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam's $2.6m Cultural House At Milan Expo A Disappointment
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- Published on 11 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Triet Thai.
Reports about Vietnam-China trade have conflicting figures [Vietnam Net]
Vietnam’s IVF services attract couples from around the world [Vietnam Net]
Beware of car accessory theft while parking in Ho Chi Minh City [Tuoi Tre]
Vietnamese Farmers Build Solar-Powered Boat
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- Published on 10 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Four farmers in the Mekong Delta have successfully produced a solar-powered boat that can reach speeds of 20kph.
[Video] Sài Gòn...Sài Gòn...!
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- Published on 10 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
In a departure from Vietnam road trips and timelapse videos, Sài Gòn...Sài Gòn...! shows the city from the perspective of a group of young locals.
Did You Know Stopping In The Shade Can Get You Fined?
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- Published on 10 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Driving in the scorching afternoon sun, many seek shelter under slivers of shade provided by trees and buildings. However, under Vietnamese law, doing so could result in fines of up to VND500,000.
[Photos] New Asian Trend: Shaving Dogs Into Cubes (And Other Ridiculous Shapes)
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- Published on 10 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Perhaps a sign that Minecraft has become a pervasive cultural force, dog groomers in Japan and Taiwan have begun to apply cubist aesthetics to their techniques.
Popular Hoi An Beach Has Nearly Disappeared Due to Erosion
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- Published on 10 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
While Phu Quoc’s beaches are being ruined by garbage and pollution, Hoi An’s famous Cua Dai Beach is on the verge of being swept into the sea due to erosion caused by human activity.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnamese Journalists Attacked While Filming Overloaded Trucks
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- Published on 10 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brian Letwin.
Ha Noi city lacks bus stop shelters [Vietnam News]
Police seize 20 tonnes of fake food [Vietnam News]
Budget overspending exceeds US$3.43 bln in five months [SGGP]
Tan Son Nhat Airport to Be Expanded This Month
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- Published on 09 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
As officials continue to debate the merits of Long Thanh Airport, Tan Son Nhat is set to undergo a major expansion this month.
5 Totally Reasonable Explanations For The Broken AAG Cable
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- Published on 09 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer. Illustrations by Chau Vo Truong.
While officials have blamed everything from sabotage to poor quality materials for its inconsistency, we’ve come up with five completely reasonable, alternative explanations for why the Asia-America Gateway cable (AAG) has broken at least a dozen times since it was put into operation back in 2011.
How To Make A Fresh Phở Noodle Salad In 15 Minutes
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- Published on 09 June 2015
- Written by Nancy Truong.
When most people talk about Vietnamese food, they immediately think about a delicious steaming bowl of phở.
