[Photos] Inside Hanoi’s New Parliament Building
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- Published on 22 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
If you’ve visited the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum over the past few years, you’ve probably noticed a large structure going up just outside its gates. This is the country’s new Parliament building which held its first session on the morning of October 21.
[Video] Take A Helicopter Ride Through 1975 Saigon
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- Published on 22 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
In 1975, an American news crew boarded what was presumably a military chopper as part of their report on Saigon.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam To Resume Horse Racing On New Track
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- Published on 22 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam to resume horse racing on new track [Thanh Nien]
Company builds road without permission in Ha Long Bay’s peripheral areas [Tuoi Tre]
Old Saigon Building of the Week: St. Paul’s Convent
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- Published on 21 October 2014
- Written by Tim Doling.
Occupying a large, leafy compound on Tôn Đức Thắng street in District 1, the Convent of Saint-Paul de Chartres is another rarely-visited haven of peace in busy Hồ Chí Minh City.
[Photos] Event Rewind: Saigoneer Photo Walk With Adam Robert Young
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- Published on 21 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Last Sunday, Adam Robert Young led the October Saigoneer photo walk, taking a group of participants around a bustling local market in District 2.
Tan Son Nhat, Noi Bai Ranked Among Worst In Asia, Airports Disagree
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- Published on 21 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Both HCMC’s Tan Son Nhat and Hanoi’s Noi Bai were listed on the list of “Worst Airports in Asia 2014,” compiled by popular airport ranking site.
Stunning Nha Trang Hotel Features Vertical And Indoor Gardens
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- Published on 21 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Nha Trang is a beautiful city but its hotels are typically boring and resemble those found across Vietnam. Despite the name, the recently constructed Hotel Golden Holiday Hotel, designed by Trinhvieta-Architects, is a piece of architectural art, highlighted by a vertical garden.
[Photos] Inside A 1960s Saigon TV Station
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- Published on 21 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
In the mid-1960s, Saigon was one of the most modern cities in Asia and part of this technological prowess was manifested in its telecommunications and TV equipment.
[Photos] Massive Flooding Turns HCMC Streets Into Rivers, And It's Just The Beginning
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- Published on 21 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
While much of District 1 was able to stay dry on Sunday night, others such as Districts 6 and 11 were not as fortunate as a storm flooded major streets and knocked out power in some areas.
Morning News Roundup: Almost One-Third Of Vietnamese Partners Are Unfaithful: Survey
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- Published on 21 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Almost one-third of Vietnamese partners are unfaithful: Survey [Thanh Nien]
First-graders study math before learning how to read [Vietnam Net]
Vietnam’s health ministry releases guidelines for Ebola treatment [Tuoi Tre]
Saigon Artbook 1 Year Anniversary Fundraiser
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- Published on 20 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
After 4 successful releases of the Saigon Artbook, the team is launching a special 1 year anniversary edition at an open fundraising event at 3A Station on Thursday, October 23 from 5pm – 11pm.
Epic Drone Video Shows Vietnam’s Beauty From Great Heights
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- Published on 20 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
If you ever needed proof that Vietnam and drones are a natural fit, look no further than this video made by Duong Dang Dop.
[Photos] Heavy Fog Lingers In HCMC
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- Published on 20 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
When you were driving to work late last week, you probably found yourself in a shroud of dense fog (OK, it was more like smog).
Vietnam Airlines Is Finally Going Public
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- Published on 20 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam Airlines has finally announced a date for their long awaited initial public offering (IPO), according to Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.
17 Old Photos Of Women In Saigon
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- Published on 20 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Happy Vietnamese Women's Day! Chúc các bạn nữ một ngày 20/10 thật vui!
[Photos] Deadly Explosion Tears Through D12 Neighborhood
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- Published on 20 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
At around 4pm on October 17, an explosion at a fertilizer company in District 12 leveled nearly a dozen homes, killing 3 and injuring four others.
Weekend News Roundup: UN Helps Vietnam Build Eco-Friendly Industrial Zones
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- Published on 20 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Millions of US dollars spent on real estate for the dead [Vietnam Net]
Tan Son Nhat Airport on verge of overloading [Vietnam News]
Southern Vietnam hub in rush for ‘miracle’ plants [Tuoi Tre]
Heat Come Out Swinging Against Slingers
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- Published on 18 October 2014
- Written by Harry Hodge.
With their backs against the proverbial wall, it was put-up-or-shut-up time for the Saigon Heat with their playoff hopes on the line.
CNN: HCMC Is The World’s Best Emerging City For Startups
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- Published on 17 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
CNN recently interviewed Simon Squibb, CEO of Hong Kong-based Nest Investment, who ranked HCMC as the best emerging city for startups.
[Photos] Saigon Man Catches 130kg Giant Barb In D9, Immediately Sells It For $10,000
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- Published on 17 October 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Believe it or not, there are still some large fish left in Saigon’s waterways.
