Details: Published on 10 March 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

In 1930, a French plane took a series of photographs from Saigon to Cholon, capturing some of the city's most famous sites. So. Many. Trees.

Weekend News Roundup: Vietnam - All Forces Deployed to Search Missing Malaysian Jet

Details: Published on 10 March 2014; Written by Brian Letwin

All forces deployed to search missing Malaysian jet [Vietnam Plus]

Japan firm licensed to operate $2 mln Vietnam bus route [Tuoi Tre]

Vietnam property market sees activity as prices fall [Thanh Nien]

[Updated] Malaysia Airlines Flight en Route to Beijing Goes Missing

Details: Published on 08 March 2014; Written by Claudia Davaar Lambie.

[Updates Below] A Malaysian Airlines Boeing 777, traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing, is presumed to have crashed into waters near Phu Quoc Island in South Vietnam, according to a senior Navy official.

TP. Hồ Chí Minh: MEGA City - People in the Mega City

Details: Published on 07 March 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

Saigoneer is proud to be the media sponsor of the TP. Hồ Chí Minh: MEGA City photo book which was formally released on February 19. It is split into 8 chapters, each covering a major theme related to HCMC's rapid urban development. Over the course of the next few weeks, we’ll be giving you an overview of the book's fantastic photos. Today we’ll take a closer look at the sixth chapter: People in the Mega City.

HCMC Cabbie Arrested for $11,100 Theft

Details: Published on 07 March 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

A Vinasun taxi driver was arrested last Saturday for allegedly stealing a bag containing US$11,100 of cash, gold and diamonds from a customer on her way to Tan Son Nhat, reports Thanh Nien.

Massive Electric Trolleys Proposed for HCMC

Details: Published on 07 March 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

VNS reports that the HCMC Transport Department has submitted a proposal for a pilot program that would add 50 electric trolleys to provide better transportation services in the city center.

Foreign Woman Killed in Hoi An Traffic Accident

Details: Published on 07 March 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

Yesterday morning a foreign woman was killed in Hoi An when her motorbike was hit by a truck.

Morning News Roundup: Women Make Up 70% of HCMC Traffic Rule Violations

Details: Published on 07 March 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

Most areas fail to inspect food safety [SGGP]

Women occupy 70% of HCMC traffic rule violation number [Tuoi Tre]

Tien Giang police expel iPhone-using beggar [Vietnam Net]

[Slideshow] 13 Old Pictures of Women in Saigon

Details: Published on 06 March 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

With International Women’s Day coming up, we’ve compiled a slideshow of old pictures of women in Saigon. Women have always played a powerful role in Vietnamese society and we hope that as the country continues its rapid development, they will be leading the charge.

300 Years to Clean up 800,000 Tons of Unexploded Ordinance in Vietnam: Official

Details: Published on 06 March 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

At a conference on unexploded ordnance in Vietnam, an official announced that it may take up to 300 years to clear the country of the deadly war remnants that are still inflicting casualties to this day.

Should Smart-Phones and Tablets be Allowed in Vietnamese Classrooms?

Details: Published on 06 March 2014; Written by Peter Cornish.

With rapid growth of the availability of technology in Vietnam, especially smartphones, tablets and phablets, teachers and authorities are starting to question their use by students in the classroom, reportes Vietnam News.

Green Drinks - Air Conditioning - the Case for Re-Engineering for a Greener World

Details: Published on 06 March 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

From the organizer:

Green Drinks is back in town. Join us to meet Xavier Pinchart to explore why classical air conditioning is a total nonsense when faced to energetic challenges.

Morning News Roundup: Sole Vietnamese Billionaire Drops 118 Notches in Rankings

Details: Published on 06 March 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

Chinese deported after in-flight stealing attempts [VietNamNet]

Vietnam allows US to increase MIA search teams [Nhan Dan]

Vietnam doctors separate conjoined baby boys [Thanh Nien]

UK Tapped as Development Partner for Thu Thiem

Details: Published on 05 March 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

Last Thursday, David Puttnam, the Prime Ministerial Trade Envoy to Vietnam, met with the HCMC mayor’s office to discuss “cooperation with the city in developing its new Central Business District,” reports Thanh Nien.

Interview With the Organizers of the 'Neighbors' Gay Party

Details: Published on 05 March 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

Neighbors is a monthly event, a Facebook community, and a group of volunteers. It is where Saigon’s gay community gathers to connect and expand business networks, furthers careers, and stay current with what’s happening in the community. Saigoneer talked the organizers of the event (the first of which will take place this Saturday at OMG) who explained that unlike other gay events in Saigon, Neighbors focuses on networking and creating a positive get-together for the gay community, rather than a place to hookup.

TP. Hồ Chí Minh: MEGA City - The Village in the Mega City

Details: Published on 05 March 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

Saigoneer is proud to be the media sponsor of the TP. Hồ Chí Minh: MEGA City photo book. Over the course of the next few weeks, we’ll be giving you an overview of the book's fantastic photos. Today we’ll take a closer look at the fifth chapter: The Village in the Mega City.

‘Flappy Bird’ Creator Working on a New Game

Details: Published on 05 March 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

To the delight of mobile gamers across the globe, ‘Flappy Bird’ creator, Dong Nguyen, is working on a new game, reports GamesInAsia.

Morning News Roundup: Will Vietnam Change Time Zone to GMT+8?

Details: Published on 05 March 2014; Written by Saigoneer.

Cambodia-made car causes shocks to Vietnam’s auto industry [VietNamNet]

Vietnamese swimmer shines at US competition [Vietnam Plus]

Ho Chi Minh Trail recognized as special national relic [SGGP]

HCMC Experiencing Strong Economic Growth in 2014

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

Ho Chi Minh City is currently experiencing a period of strong economic performance, according to a report from Vietnam Briefing, with a diverse set of business sectors seeing “robust” growth compared with last year.

HCMC to Name Street After Marxist Icon, Che Guevara

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

Ho Chi Minh City is set for a massive street renaming program in honor of historical figures from both Vietnam and abroad, according to Tuoi Tre. Along with the obvious Vietnamese heroes, such as general Vo Nguyen Giap, there are a few surprise appearances such as Cuban revolutionary, Che Guevara.

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