Pristine Blue Sky and Memorial Park: Ruminating on What the Covid-19 Pandemic Left Us
Recently, I visited Saigon’s newly inaugurated COVID-19 memorial park . Located at 1 Lý Thái Tổ, Vườn Lài Ward, the park o...
HCMC's Đồng Khởi Among World's Top 20 Most Expensive Retail Streets, Report Says
Saigon’s very own Đồng Khởi has once again made the list of world’s commercial streets with the highest annual rents.
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.
A Sneak Peek Inside Saigon's First Metro Tunnel
Deep below District 1, Saigon's first metro line is taking shape out of public view.
Vietnam to Run out of Construction Sand by 2020: Official
As Vietnamese cities continue to experience a construction boom, government officials predict the country may run out of construction sand by 2020.
Weekend News Roundup: Vietnam Forecasts Record Foreign Investment of $16bn
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Vietnam forecasts record foreign investment of $16b [Deal Street Asia] Visa-free t...
Tropical Depression Causes Devastating Flash Flooding, Landslides in Son La, Yen Bai
As Vietnam’s rainy season reaches its peak, a recent tropical depression battered the country’s northern provinces, devastating local infrastructure and villages. According to Tuoi Tre, heavy downpou...
China Wows Netizens With Panda-Shaped Solar Panel Farm
After Kung Fu Panda, China's national animal is sweeping netizens off their feet again - this time as a pioneer in the country’s renewable energy industry.
Saigon Ramps Up Anti-Flooding Effort With Flood-Control Reservoir in Thu Duc
In yet another attempt to alleviate Saigon’s flood problems, municipal authorities are expediting construction of a flood reservoir in Thu Duc District.
South Korean Convenience Store Chain Chooses Vietnam as First Foreign Expansion
A South Korean convenience store chain will become the latest entry to Vietnam's competitive market later this year.
Vietnam's YouTubers Cash in on Kid-Friendly Channels
Certain local YouTube channels are bringing in hundreds of millions of VND per month. Their target audience? Children.
Malaysia Bans Viral Hit 'Despacito' From State TV, Radio Stations
It’s official: the Malaysian government has banned Despacito from playing on state TV channels and radio stations.
Vietnam Seeks to Improve Tourism Image Amid Poor Return Visitor Figures
Despite a steady increase in visitor numbers in recent years, Vietnam’s tourism sector is struggling to entice tourists back for another stay.
Dong Nai Crowd Brutally Attacks Two Dog Thieves, Burns Motorbike
Two dog thieves were severely beaten by a crowd after being caught red-handed in Dong Nai province late last week.
[Photos] Saigon Rushes to Finish First River Bus Route for August Launch
Saigon’s first river bus route is slowly taking shape as municipal officials aim to launch the service this month.
Morning News Roundup: HCMC to Have 1,000 New Buses by 2020
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. HCM City to have 1,000 new buses by 2020 [SGGP] Vietnam’s most wanted runaway bigw...
Weekend News Roundup: Malaysia Sets Oct 2 for Trial of Suspects in Kim Jong Nam Killing
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Malaysia sets Oct 2 for trial of women suspects in Kim Jong Nam killing [VnExpress] ...
[Video] This 'Super Pump' Is Supposed to Help Nguyen Huu Canh's Flooding Woes
To tackle chronic flooding issues on one of Saigon's busiest streets, municipal authorities are installing a “super pump” in the hope of helping Nguyen Huu Canh's sewer system remove rainwater faster ...
Saigon Sidewalk-Clearing Campaign Costs Too Much for Modest Gains
According to recent reports by Saigon authorities, the city's sidewalk reclamation campaign was mostly ineffective in generating income for the city.
Morning News Roundup: Venues for Street Vendors to Open in HCMC
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Venues for street vendors to open in HCM City [DTI] Vietnam hotel sector starts to...
Vietnam's Big Science Competition Wins Ring Hollow to Academics
Vietnamese students are taking home medals from international contests in math, physics and chemistry, but this may have little impact on the country’s education system and scientific progress.
Cambodian Widow Believes Young Cow Is Reincarnation of Dead Husband
Cambodia’s social media scene is buzzing over a cow which a local villager strongly believes to be the reincarnation of her dead husband.
Morning News Roundup: HCMC to Handle Unfinished Construction Projects in Downtown Area
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. HCMC to handle half done projects in downtown area [SGGP] Storm Sonca ravages nort...
