Morning News Roundup: Vietnam To Raise Minimum Wage By Up To $18.9 Per Month
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- Published on 12 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Traffic accidents kill 25 people every day in Vietnam [Thanh Nien]
Vietnam joins Boeing, Airbus industry supply chains [Vietnam Net]
Rapid response team for traffic accidents debuts in HCMC [Tuoi Tre]
[Video] Daily Café Hustlin': A Digital Nomad’s Life In Saigon
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- Published on 11 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
There are plenty of digital nomads in Saigon, those who tote their laptop from coffee shop to coffee shop instead of sitting in a cubicle. But it’s not a life of glamour. It’s a hustle.
[Photos] 21 Outrageous Photos of Vietnamese Vehicles
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- Published on 11 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
If you’re from Vietnam, or have lived here for a while, you’ve probably come across some pretty outlandish things on the local roads. But if you think you’ve seen everything, this collection of photos, sourced form the Another Side of Vietnam Facebook group, may change your mind.
International Fashion Week Coming To HCMC Next Month
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- Published on 11 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Prep your wardrobes. Fashion Week is coming to HCMC next month.
26 Old Photos Of Hanoi’s Majestic Long Biên Bridge
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- Published on 11 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Described by one writer as “a misshapen but essential component of Hà Nội’s heritage,” the Long Biên Bridge has seen better days. These 17 photos show the beloved Bridge during its golden years.
David Beckham Arrives In Hanoi To Massive Crowds
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- Published on 11 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Retired star footballer, David Beckham, arrived in Hanoi yesterday afternoon where he unsurprisingly caused quite a stir.
Morning News Roundup: 78% Of Vietnam Children Under 6 Use Digital Devices
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- Published on 11 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
78% of Vietnam children under 6 use digital device: survey [Tuoi Tre]
Luxury car market booming in Vietnam [Vietnam Net]
Vietnam: Lack of Credit Cards Not Stopping Pursuit of E-commerce [VOA]
November Movies At Saigon’s Alternative Film Venues
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- Published on 10 November 2014
- Written by Zelda Rudzitsky.
If you believe that humanity is the essential aspect of cinematic endeavours, you will find plenty of it in this month programme from Saigon’s alternative film venues.
Vintage Vespa: The Extinction Of The Classic
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- Published on 10 November 2014
- Written by Tobias Briffa.
Sadly, Vintage Vespa is now becoming an endangered species. Gregg Mitchell, a Vespa renovator, moved to Saigon where he found an abundance of ‘Vintage Vespas’. He stated sadly, “They just don't make them like they used to. They’re all fibreglass and plastic.”
Future Saigon: Vietcombank Tower
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- Published on 10 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer. Photos by Lee Starnes.
The next big addition to Saigon’s skyline, the Vietcombank Tower, is nearly complete after years of construction.
Icons Of Old Saigon: The Hotel de L’univers
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- Published on 10 November 2014
- Written by Tim Doling.
Contrary to what many tourist websites would have us believe, the Grand Hôtel Continental was not Saigon’s first up-market hotel.
VNCam App Taps Into Street Cams So You Can Beat The Traffic
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- Published on 10 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
If you’re planning to hit the streets of Saigon or Hanoi during rush hour, VNCam, a new traffic tracking app, should be of great assistance.
Director Of Noi Bai Airport Apologizes For Poor Service, Promises To Improve
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- Published on 10 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Following a negative review of Hanoi’s Noi Bai International Airport last month, its director has issued a public apology and vowed to improve services, according to Thanh Nien.
Weekend News Roundup: Vietnam’s Productivity Rate Remains One Of World’s Lowest
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- Published on 10 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam’s productivity rate remains one of world’s lowest [Vietnam Net]
HCMC plans nearly VND16 trillion for Tet goods [SGGP]
Water plant project initiated to save polluted river [DTI News]
The Different Faces Of Bánh Cuốn
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- Published on 07 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer. Top photo by Lee Starnes.
A favorite breakfast for many Vietnamese, bánh cuốn (steamed roll) is a quick and delicious day starter. While the traditional is always a crowd pleaser, let’s take a look at some interesting renditions that have popped up.
[Photos] The Streets of 1970 Saigon Captured by Jerry Bosworth
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- Published on 07 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Saigon has come a long way from 1970 when it was truly feeling the effects of war. During this time, much of the government’s funds were going towards military equipment, leaving little for infrastructure development, a problem compounded by the millions of refugees who had migrated to the city.
Vintage Vespa: A Design That Stands The Test Of Time – Part I
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- Published on 07 November 2014
- Written by Tobias Briffa.
When Enrico Piaggio first saw the newly designed Vespa scooter, he exclaimed, “Sembra un Vespa it resembles a wasp!”. (The Vespa means wasp in Italian.) Out of a designer’s personal loathing for motorbikes, the ‘Wasp’ was born.
HSBC, ANZ To Close HCMC Branches Ahead Of New Operating Model
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- Published on 07 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
7 foreign banks, including the Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corp (HSBC) and the Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Ltd (ANZ) “finalizing procedures to close their branches in two biggest cities of Vietnam to switch to new operational model,” according to Tuoi Tre.
15 Awesome Drone Images of Downtown Hanoi
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- Published on 07 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
We’re all about seeing Vietnam from different vantage points, from street level to outer space. But perhaps the perfect middle ground are photos taken from drones which give the viewer a birds eye perspective without sacrificing the details.
Morning News Roundup: HCMC To Spend VND4 Trillion Removing Households On Canals
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- Published on 07 November 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
HCMC to spend VND4 trillion removing households on canals [SGGP]
Hanoi moves to control sex ratio at birth [Vietnam Plus]
Med-tech Firm Fined by US for Bribes in Russia, Vietnam, Thailand [Industry Week]
