Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Cuts Petrol Prices for Third Time in 3 Weeks
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- Published on 19 August 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
U.S. CDC supports Vietnam’s emergency center over Ebola outbreak [Tuoi Tre]
Two provincial educators in Vietnam dismissed for shaking down test takers [Thanh Nien]
Vietnam looks for ways to regulate gambling for citizens [DTI News]
Say Goodbye to Saigon's Tax Center
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- Published on 18 August 2014
- Written by Brian Letwin
Another one of Saigon’s most iconic buildings is set to bite the dust. This time it’s District 1’s 90-year-old Tax Center that will be demolished later this year to make way for a 43-story tower.
Masters Of Recycling: Saigon Technicians Turn Old Computer Screens Into TV Sets
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- Published on 18 August 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
If you needed anymore proof that Vietnamese are the masters of recycling and reuse, here it is. At District 10’s Nhật Tảo Market, technicians spend their day stripping down old computer monitors to create TV sets.
Cambodia To Raise Visa Fees In October
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- Published on 18 August 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Traveling to Cambodia is about to get a bit more expensive.
The Fixie Fad Takes Off In Saigon
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- Published on 18 August 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Well, it was only a matter of time. After confirming earlier this month that the hipster subculture is alive and well in Saigon (in addition to flying whales, apparently), it looks like one of its defining characteristics, fixed-gear bicycles, are becoming increasing popular in the city.
Study: Vietnam Is One Of Only 11 Countries Free From Conflict
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- Published on 18 August 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
The latest study from the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) found that only 11 countries in the word are not involved in conflict of one kind or another. And one of them happens to be Vietnam.
Family On Motorbike Crushed By Falling Tree In D1, Mother Fatally Wounded
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- Published on 18 August 2014
- Written by Brian Letwin
36-year-old Nguyen Thi Dung died Sunday afternoon when a tree fell on her family’s motorbike due to fierce winds in downtown Saigon.
Weekend News Roundup: HCMC Announces Four Days Off For National Day
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- Published on 18 August 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam to host first-ever Asia- Europe music festival [Vietnam Plus]
Deputy PM requests Ho Chi Minh highway acceleration [SGGP]
4 Unique Saigon Markets
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- Published on 15 August 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Saigon is full of markets, with each having its own characteristics. Together, they form a kind of community, comprised of everything from the aesthetically pleasing but overpriced Bến Thành to the ubiquitous, unnamed street markets. And, like in any community, there are outcasts.
Hanoi Authorities Confiscate 2 Tons Of “Rubber” Squid Imported From China
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- Published on 15 August 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Dried squid is by nature a bit tough to chew, but authorities in Hanoi knew something was amiss when they inspected 2 metric tons “squid” on its way to HCMC.
The 90-Year-Old Lumberjack Of Hanoi
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- Published on 15 August 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Though nearly a century old, 90-year-old Hanoi man, Lê Văn Sâm still amazes people with his incredible health and work ethic. Every day for over 70 years, Sâm has cut and transported large trees to market, earning him the nickname “King of the trees,” reports Zing.
The Differences Between Girls In Saigon And Hanoi
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- Published on 15 August 2014
- Written by Lan Tran.
These illustrations, created by blogger Mèo Lười show her view of the differences between girls in Sài Gòn and Hà Nội. From reactions to breakups to eating habits, one can view them as astute observations, or as one-sided conclusions. As a Sài Gòn girl, I tend to prefer “kem ốc quế” and have friends in Hà Nội who cry rivers during their breakups so these characterizations are far from scientific.
Zero Gravity Flights Coming To Asia
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- Published on 15 August 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Ever wish you could float like an astronaut in space? Soon you may be able to do so without having to leave Asia.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Waits 7 years To Address Toxic Oil Outside Ha Long Bay
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- Published on 15 August 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam waits 7 years to address toxic oil outside Ha Long Bay [Thanh Nien]
HCMC to host boat festival on Saigon River [SGGP]
Royal Brunei Airlines restarts HCMC service [TTG Asia]
[Video] Vintage Home Movie Takes You Through The Streets Of 1950s Hanoi
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- Published on 14 August 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
This delightfully grainy home movie was filmed during Tết in the early 1950s. In contrast to many of the other old films from this period, it has a very personal feel to it, letting the viewer feel as if they are joining this family traveling from temple to temple through Hanoi’s streets.
[Video] Professional Vietnamese Tennis Players Trade In Rackets For Stools, Wine Bottles
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- Published on 14 August 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Having mastered the tennis racket, a group of players in Saigon have decided to replace their normal frames with wine bottles, wooden chairs and even pieces of pattern tile.
Hanoi’s Beautiful 'Greenfall Renovation'
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- Published on 14 August 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Yeah, we know. Vo Trong Nghia Architects seems to get all the press when it comes to unique housing design in Vietnam, but for good reason. They’re constantly pushing the envelope and seem unafraid of trying new things (that being said, if anyone has recommendations for architecture firms that do the same, let us know. We know they're out there!) and their “Greenfall Renovation” in Hanoi is no exception.
Vietnamese Telecos: Don’t Expect 4G Anytime Soon
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- Published on 14 August 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Hoping to see the text “4G” atop your mobile phone screen? You’ll have to wait a bit longer. Instead of upgrading their mobile data networks to 4G, Vietnamese telecommunication companies are focusing on expanding and improving their 3G services, according to Vietnam Net.
Morning News Roundup: WHO To Assist Vietnam In Testing For Deadly Ebola Virus
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- Published on 14 August 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam tops the world for low-cost travel in 2014 [Vietnam Net]
Vietnam has too few culture and arts colleges, universities [Vietnam Net]
WHO to assist Vietnam in testing for deadly Ebola virus [Tuoi Tre]
[Photos] Architecture Student Builds Sweet Custom Bike
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- Published on 13 August 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
This badass custom, motorcycle-scooter hybrid was not built by a professional mechanic, but rather a student at the Ho Chi Minh City University of Architecture.
