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.
Hanoi Authorities Reject Plan to Build Cable Car Across Red River
Last month, French company POMA proposed building a cable car in the capital, but authorities have rejected the plan, claiming the form of transport is not a priority.
Morning Links Roundup: 60 Overseas Vietnamese Youths Attend Summer Camp in HCMC
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Canada probes pipe imports from Vietnam [Saigon Times] ▪ 60 Overseas Vietnam...
How to Watch the Longest Lunar Eclipse of the Century in Vietnam This Saturday
What a celestial year for the country.
Sofa Workshop in Tan Phu Destroyed in Fire on Sunday
On Sunday morning, residents in Tan Phu District were frightened to discover that their neighborhood was englufed in smoke.
Weekend Links Roundup: HCMC at Loss Over Uber Tax Arrears
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Greater Mekong, including Vietnam, losing forests at alarming rate [VnExpress] ▪&...
10 Killed, Over 30 Missing in Central and Northern Vietnam as Storm Son-Tinh Brings Flash Floods
Heavy rains from storm Son-Tinh, which eventually weakened to a tropical depression, have caused flash floods and fatalities in central Vietnam.
Local Wedding Goes Viral for Accepting Money Gifts via POS Credit Card Reader, QR Code
A couple in Hanoi added a contemporary twist to the conventional money gifting custom.
Morning Links Roundup: Vietnam Commits to UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ VietJet provisionally orders 100 Boeing 737 jets [VnExpress] ▪ Vietnam commi...
Over 50% of Rural Areas Outside Hanoi Now Have Access to Clean Water
Access to clean water has been an issue for people living in rural areas outside the capital for years, but that may soon change.
Despite Economic Gains, Vietnam's Productivity Remains Low Among ASEAN Countries
Despite experiencing recent growth regarding its average labor productivity, Vietnam still struggles to compete with its ASEAN neighbors.
Morning Links Roundup: Southern Vietnam Sees 2 More H1N1 Deaths
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Vietnam Airlines maintains Skytrax four-star rating for three consecutive years [S...
Hanoi FC on Course for an Early V.League Championship
The last three matches of the 19th round of V.League 2018 wrapped up on July 15, including a match between Hanoi FC and Nam Dinh. Although the match ended in a 3-3 draw, Hanoi maintained their positio...
FLC Group Pumps $26m More Into Bamboo Airways, Prepares for First Flight This October
On July 9, Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung approved the establishment of FLC Group’s Bamboo Airways, according to VnExpress.
A Hospital in Ba Vi Mistakenly Gave 2 Families the Wrong Babies in 2012. Now, a Father Is Suing.
Two families gave birth to sons 20 minutes apart from each other in late 2012, setting in motion a string of tragedies that are still affecting those involved.
As Storm Son Tinh Approaches, Thousands of Tourists Are Stranded on Phu Quoc Island
High winds and rough waves have forced ship routes to close in Kien Giang Province.
Morning Links Roundup: Tropical Storm Son Tinh to Lash China, Vietnam, Laos After Flooding the Philippines
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Tropical Storm Son-tinh to lash China, Vietnam and Laos after flooding northern Philipp...
Northern Vietnam Braces Once Again for Heavy Rain, Potential Flooding
The rainy season is upon us once again, and northern Vietnam is about to experience a bout heavy rainfall.
A Hospital Mistakenly Gave 2 Families the Wrong Babies in 2012. Now, a Father Is Suing.
Two families gave birth to sons 20 minutes apart from each other in late 2012, setting in motion a string of tragedies that are still affecting those involved.
Yok Don National Park Receives Financial Grant to Stop All Elephant Rides, Activities
A step towards more ethical tourism practices.
The Three Musket-Teas Dominating Vietnam's Market of Sugary Drinks
The top three ready-to-drink (RTD) tea makers stand firm in the Vietnamese market, despite health concerns raised by the World Health Organization (WHO) and others.
