Xuân Phương in Hanoi
Every Bánh Chưng Season, Vietnam’s Lá Dong Capital Comes Alive With Harvest Frenzy
On the patches of sandy soil by the river in Kim An Commune, Thanh Oai District, Hanoi, there’s a tiny village named Tràng Cát, where dong leaves have been embedded in local history, memory, and economy for centuries. Right in local courtyard, these broad green leaves were transformed into bánh chưng, ready for Tết feasts across the country.
Paul Christiansen in Saigon
Loneliness Too Waits for the Bus
We are all in this, but not together.
Thoughts I've Had While Stranded in Murky Floodwater on Saigon's High-Tide Days
I’m willing to forgive nearly everything about Saigon. It’s a sign of a sustainable relationship, as I still wish to coexist in peace with this city. To me, Saigon’s midday, even when the searing sun flares the strongest, is when the trees are the most glorious. The sudden bouts of torrential rain are indeed a nuisance, but I tell myself that at least the streets can get a wash after a dusty day. But there’s one thing that never goes away and that I can never write off; something I can’t, for the life of me, find reasons to romanticize or defend. Those are the infuriating floods that submerge Saigon streets every time the tide is high.
Saigon Sees a 10-Year Low of 18°C. What Are the City’s Highest and Lowest Temperatures?
This January, Saigoneers have been enjoying an unusually pleasant stretch of weather, with daytime temperatures hovering around the mid-20s and dipping to 18–20°C late at night and in the early morning.
Vietnam Bans Unskippable Ads, Requires Skip Button to Appear After 5 Seconds
If things go our way, YouTube’s notorious unskippable ads might be a thing of the past come this February.
Grindr Year-End Report Names Vietnam as Country With Biggest Top Shortage
Ever since Spotify launched its first global Wrapped function a few years ago, December has turned into an exciting season of stats-driven year-end reviews. “Wrapping” is now a tradition embraced by numerous apps, such as Strava, Duolingo, YouTube, Reddit, and of course, Grindr.
When Donations Are All Womenswear, Men in Flood Zones Turn Necessity Into Fashion
Vietnam’s South-Central Coast region is going through an especially grueling time of the year as both the local people and authorities have to deal with the aftermath of historic rainfall and flooding. Still, amid the mourning and strenuous rebuilding efforts, moments of levity shine through — a testament to the resilience, optimism, and incredible humor of the Vietnamese people in the face of hardships.
Đắk Lắk, Khánh Hòa Are Next Victims of 2025's Historic Flooding. Here's How to Help.
After nearly a week of constant downpour, many provinces of Vietnam’s Central Highlands and South-Central Coast regions have suffered severe flooding and landslides, causing catastrophic damage to local infrastructure, economic activities, and deaths. This has been yet another month of loss and destruction for Vietnam in 2025, which is shaping up to be the most devastating year in recent history due to consecutive powerful typhoons and atypically high rainfall.
Environment Department Wants Saigon to Use CCTV Cameras to Curb Public Urination, Littering
Already-installed closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras throughout the city will now be used to fine people who throw trash in the streets and urinate in public.
Hanoi to Ban Dogs, Cats in Hoan Kiem Pedestrian Area Due to Unmuzzled, Unleashed Pets
In the future, Hanoians might have to leave their furry friends at home.
Saigon Among Cities With Slowest Airport-to-City Transit in Asia: Report
Airport transfers are often made worse by traffic congestion and a lack of public transit services.
Morning Stories Roundup: Vietnam International Arrivals Rise Fastest in ASEAN
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Saigon Will Completely Overhaul Nguyen Huu Canh in November to Eliminate Flooding
Life is about to get tough for commuters on Nguyen Huu Canh Street.
Morning Stories Roundup: Uber Agrees to Pay Arrears to HCMC Tax Department
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A Magnitude-5.3 Earthquake Centered in China Rattles Hanoi Over the Weekend
A strong earthquake centered in southern China rattled Hanoi this past Saturday morning, frightening many in the city.
Da Lat Market Ramps up Security to Safeguard Against Disguised Chinese Potatoes
In response to farmers passing off thousands of Chinese tubers as originating from Da Lat, authorities are installing four cameras and banning soil transportation at the city's produce market.
Weekend Stories Roundup: Lion Dance Contest, Informatics Olympiad Gold and Disasters in Japan
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Saigon Set to Welcome Vietnam's First Apple Premium Reseller Next Week
The first Apple Premium Reseller store in Vietnam is set to open in Saigon on September 10.
Hanoi Reveals Train Designs for Metro Line 3, Seeks Public Feedback
While progress on Hanoi’s Cat Linh–Ha Dong metro route is inching close to the finish line, Hanoi transport authorities recently unveiled the design for the capital’s Metro Line 3.
Morning Stories Roundup: Gas Price Hike, Solar Power Incentive and Giving Birth on Trains
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Grab Told to Punish Drivers for Using Mobile Phones While on the Road
Traffic safety officials and Grab have been ordered to begin punishing Grab drivers who use their phone while on the move.
Morning Stories Roundup: HCMC's Exports Grow 6% in 8 Months
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South Korea Imposes Ban on Sale of Coffee in Schools
The ban will be applied for both students and teachers.
Minibuses That Run in Hẻms Might Be the Latest Transport Pilot Program in Saigon
Will there be room in Saigon’s hẻm system to fit small buses?
Morning Stories Roundup: Negligent Kindergarten Teachers and Strongest Storm in 25 Years in Japan
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Hanoi Moves Forward With Plans for Yen So, 'Vietnam's Most Modern Bus Station'
A major new bus station has been approved for Hoang Mai District, in an effort to relieve stress several of the city's dated bus facilities.
Inside the Ambitious 1,545km High-Speed Railway Project That Links Saigon With Hanoi
According to a recently completed feasibility study, Vietnam might need to shell out almost US$60 billion to complete an ambitious high-speed railway that traverses the length of the country.
KFC Bans Straws for All In-House Diners in Hong Kong and Macau
The move is the latest in a wave of Asian initiatives to combat plastic waste.
