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.
Morning News Roundup: HCMC Anti-Flooding Proposal Rejected
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. White House releases video of Obama’s trip to Vietnam, Japan [Tuoi Tre] Company fi...
Free, City-wide WiFi Coming to Saigon This Year
Saigoneers need not be jealous of Da Nang’s free, city-wide WiFi network, as the southern hub will be getting its own WiFi coverage in the near future.
Chinese Man Tries to Pay Ticket With Small Change, Gets Detained
A Chinese man was recently detained after protesting a US$7.61 ticket by paying it with small change, much to the chagrin of police officers.
Cambodia, Thailand Take Baby Steps Toward Nuclear Power Development
As Vietnam's own nuclear power plant sits on the backburner, our neighbors are beginning to take an interest in atomic energy.
Morning News Roundup: In Vietnam, Public Servants, Unskilled Workers Drink the Most Alcohol, Beer
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. In Vietnam, public servants, unskilled workers drink the most alcohol, beer [VnExpress]...
Netizens Back MC Phan Anh After Controversial Talk Show Appearance
The Vietnamese internet is all abuzz this week after VTV program 60 Minutes invited emcee and actor Phan Anh on the show to discuss the pros and cons of social media.
Morning News Roundup: Sunny Spells to Return to Southern, Central Vietnam This Week
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Civil servants' base salary up 5% [SGGP] Can anyone hold a candle to Walmart if it...
This Chinese Mask Factory Is Betting on a Trump Victory
It's the stuff of nightmares: a factory full of plastic masks, each bearing the face of United States presidential candidate Donald Trump. In one Chinese factory, this is an everyday scene.
Weekend News Roundup: Vietnam Didn't Accept American Choppers and Snipers During Obama’s Trip
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Katy Perry teams up with UNICEF in trip to Vietnam [Thanh Nien] Speedier investiga...
[Video] Foreigner Calls out Chinese Line-Jumper in 3 Different Dialects
In Vietnam, where creative queuing is often practiced – if queuing is practiced at all – dealing with someone who cuts in line is a common occurrence.
Ministry of Health Recalls More Bottled Teas From Philippine Manufacturer
The Ministry of Health has recalled a fourth batch of bottled tea produced by Philippine manufacturer URC Vietnam after tests confirmed elevated lead levels in the drinks.
[Photos] Saigon’s Streets During and After Obama Visit
As he scooted around District 1 last week, tens of thousands of Vietnamese poured into the streets to show catch a glimpse of US President Barack Obama.
Da Nang Police to Fine People for Littering
Da Nang is putting its foot down when it comes to public littering, imposing fines on those who throw garbage anywhere but the trash can.
Fake Cops Busted by Real Cops in Hai Phong
While everyone in Hanoi and Saigon is still coming down from Obamamania, two men in Hai Phong are in custody after posing as fake policemen and firing a gun at real policemen.
Morning News Roundup: Foreigner Introduces Paddle Board Taxi Service to Flooded Hanoi Street
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Suspended public works leave HCMC residents in limbo [Vietnam News] Foreigner intr...
Formosa Suspected of Tax Evasion in Vietnam
Hung Nghiep Formosa Ha Tinh Steel Company – the firm which recently came under scrutiny after central Vietnam's mass fish death – is once again in hot water this week, as both the Ha Tinh customs...
[Video] Locals Help Rescue Massive Whale in Nghe An
On Wednesday morning, thousands of residents from Nghe An province's Dien Thinh Commune rushed to the local beach to watch the rescue of a large, stranded whale.
Morning News Roundup: The Tale of Kieu, Lotus and the US President
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. HCMC to be a startup hub: Deputy Prime Minister [SGGP] HCMC finally requires acid ...
[Photos] 19 Images of 1972 Singapore
Today, Singapore is far and away one of the most developed cities in Asia. The Lion City routinely ranks among the most liveable cities in Asia and represents for much of its region the pinnacle of cl...
Obama Wraps up Successful Vietnam Trip
As Air Force One makes its way to Japan ahead of the G7 Summit, it's safe to say that United States president Barack Obama's visit has been a positive and productive one for Vietnam.
