Details: Published on 04 December 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

Vietnam produces international-standard submarines [Vietnam Net]

Vietnam listed among countries with low English proficiency [Tuoi Tre]

Parents want extra classes for their kids despite ban [DTI]

HCMC Taxi Driver Returns Bag With $8,000, iPhone, iPad

Details: Published on 03 December 2014; Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Triet Thai.

On Monday, a Vietnamese-American woman left a bag full of seemingly everything she owned - $8,000 in cash, an iPad, an iPhone, a Samsung Galaxy 3 and her identity papers - in a Vinasun taxi.

An Illustrated Guide to Old Saigon Slang: Part 1

Details: Published on 03 December 2014; Written by Dang Bui. Illustrations by Nam Phung.

Mã tà! Nhà dây thép! Đi bum! Do these phrases look familiar? No? Don’t worry you’re not alone. This old Saigon slang is derived from mispronounced French words, the names of locations and plenty of metaphors.

Vietnam Pulls The Plug On “Sex And The City”

Details: Published on 03 December 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

After airing five episodes of “Sex and the City” last month Vietnam Television (VTV) has abruptly pulled the show from its lineup.

[Photos] Spiritual Sites Of Vietnam – Part 1

Details: Published on 03 December 2014; Written by Dang Bui.

Much of Vietnamese culture is based in spiritualism, dictating everything from the day one picks for their wedding to how one lives their life. These 12 spiritual sites, scattered across the country, encompass a multitude of religions and stand out for their scale and historical value.

Art Talk 1: Kristopher Kotcher @ 3A Alternative Art Area

Details: Published on 03 December 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

To shorten the distance between artists and general public, Saigon Artbook has cooperated with 3A Alternative Art Area to launch a series of Art Talks, each featuring a face-to-face chat with local artists along with a small exhibition.

Event Rewind: The Prisma Night Run

Details: Published on 03 December 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

HCMC-based Pulse Active Ltd, the same team that brought the Color Me Run to Vietnam earlier this year, held a similar event on November 22 in a half-completed urban area in District 2.

U-Turn: Vietnam Considers Legalizing Uber

Details: Published on 03 December 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

Just days after declaring Uber illegal in Vietnam, the country’s transport ministry said it will consider legalizing the taxi service.

Morning News Roundup: Land In Hanoi Old Quarter Over VND1 Billion Per Square Meter

Details: Published on 03 December 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

Chow Tai Fook Enterprises Eyes $4 Billion Vietnam Casino [Bloomberg]

Students named scientific contest finalists for idea of greening Saigon footbridges [Tuoi Tre]

Vietnam farmer makes wine from dragon fruit to offset slumping prices [Tuoi Tre]

Event Rewind: Creative Drinks @ Saigon Ranger

Details: Published on 02 December 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

Last Friday at Saigon Ranger, team Creative Drinks held their 4th event with the theme “Sell Your Creative Work” at Saigon’s newest alternative venue, Saigon Ranger.

[Photos] The Vietnamese Soldiers Of WWI

Details: Published on 02 December 2014; Written by Lee Starnes. .

Whereas the story of World War I traditionally filters through the lens of the major European powers, colonial ties produced a transcontinental story with the militaries of France and Britain comprised of many colonial troops.

PM Approves 9-Day Tết Holiday

Details: Published on 02 December 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

For the second straight year, the Vietnamese government has approved a 9-day Tết holiday.

Old Saigon Building Of The Week: 93-95 Đồng Khởi

Details: Published on 02 December 2014; Written by Tim Doling.

One of the most elegant old colonial buildings in the centre of the city, 93-95 Đồng Khởi – originally 93-95 rue Catinat – is believed to have been constructed in the period 1900-1910.

Major Security Drills Taking Place In Saigon This Week

Details: Published on 02 December 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

You may see columns of fire engines, police and military personnel around downtown Saigon this week. These security drills are neither related to a zombie apocalypse, nor filming for Vietnam’s next big action flick.