[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.
Vietnam 'Likely' to Give Visa Waivers for UK, France, Australia, Others
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- Published on 09 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
More details about plans to change the country’s visa policies have emerged with a tourism official announcing that visitors from the UK, France, Germany and Spain will soon enjoy visa-free stays in Vietnam.
Phu Quoc’s Beaches Are Becoming Garbage Dumps: Reports
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- Published on 09 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Phu Quoc Island’s once pristine beaches have become dumping grounds for hotels and tourists.
Morning News Roundup: China To Overtake US As Vietnam's Largest Importer: HSBC
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- Published on 09 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam’s Hoi An faces imminent risk of losing beach to coastal erosion [Tuoi Tre]
Heathrow primary destination for Vietnam Airlines' new 787-9 Dreamliner [eTurbo News]
HCMC canal dredging damages houses badly, compensation to be paid [Thanh Nien]
70 New Species Discovered In Vietnam: WWF Report
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- Published on 08 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
According to a report released by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) last week, 70 new species were found in Vietnam last year, many of which are at risk due to human activity.
Girders Installed On Saigon’s First Metro Line
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- Published on 08 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer. Photos by Brian Letwin.
If you’ve zipped along the North-South Highway in recent days, you’ve probably noticed a girder-laying machine doing its thing just off of Thao Dien Street.
[Video] Heartbreaking Film Shows The Hopes And Dreams Of The Mekong’s Boat Children
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- Published on 08 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Last week, Mai Huyen Chi released “Down the Stream,” a short film that explores the lives of boat children in the Mekong Delta.
Vietnam to Get 3 New Internet Cables
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- Published on 08 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Following constant ruptures to the Asia-America Gateway (AAG), Vietnamese telecommunication firms and government agencies are planning to build three new cables to ensure that the country's internet users can enjoy a dependable connection.
Weekend News Roundup: Court Agrees To Pay $360,000 To Wrongfully Imprisoned Man
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- Published on 08 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Brian Letwin.
Vietnamese argue over bridal photo shoot on university campus [Tuoi Tre]
Young Vietnamese build free, low-cost playgrounds for kids from recycled materials [Tuoi Tre]
Cost to build road set to hit new high with Hanoi's $80 million plan [Thanh Nien]
84% Of Vietnamese Students Admit To Plagiarism
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- Published on 05 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
At a conference on academic integrity in Vietnam held on May 29, a university official announced the results of a survey that found 84% of students have plagiarized significant portions of their writing.
Vietnam To Launch Spratly Island Tours
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- Published on 05 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam has announced a new tour to the Spratly Islands in the midst of growing tensions over territorial claims in the East Sea.
Repair Date, Maintenance Period Announced For Vietnam’s Broken Undersea Internet Cable
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- Published on 05 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam’s internet connection should return to normal speeds in two weeks as teams rush to repair the snapped Asia-America Gateway (AAG) cable that lies off the coast of Vung Tau.
Morning News Roundup: Hanoi Traffic Officer Caught On Video Throwing Driver’s Papers Away
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- Published on 05 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Sexual harassment turns increasingly sophisticated at Vietnam workplaces [Tuoi Tre]
Vietnam to promote Son Doong Cave at SEA Games [Tuoi Tre]
Hanoi traffic officer caught on video throwing driver’s papers away [Thanh Nien]
Vietnam Set To Drop Visa Requirements For 15 Mystery Nations, Establish US$100 million Tourism Fund
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- Published on 04 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Another week, another hopeful sign that Vietnam is committed to reforming its cumbersome tourist visa policies after 12 consecutive months of falling international arrivals.
[Photos] Saigon House Recaptures City’s Fading Charm
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- Published on 04 June 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
The Saigon House (perhaps located in District 6 due to the presence of Chinese-style shrines out front), seeks to recreate the lost Vuong Hong Sen's dwellings that once dotted Saigon-Gia Dinh.
