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Football Crazy

 

Despite the fervour for football in South-East Asia, the prospect of any of the countries in the region vying for the game’s biggest prize remains little more than a pipe dream. Jon Bellwood asks why. Photos by Minh Tuan.

Monday, 14 June 2010 17:44
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Games To Watch

 

It’s not just about supporting your country, but about the passion, rivalry and watching some of the best that this sport has to offer. We run down some of the games to look out for in Africa’s first World Cup.

Monday, 14 June 2010 17:19
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What the World is Waiting for

 

All eyes will be on Africa on Jun. 11 as the continent hosts its first ever World Cup. Duncan Forgan and Jon Bellwood look forward to the feast of football that is just about to unfold.

Monday, 14 June 2010 16:23
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Revival: Bohemian Specialties 2010

 

Guests at Parkview at the New World Hotel Saigon will again have the opportunity to taste some of the most popular Bohemian specialties on Thursday Jun. 17 and Friday Jun. 18.

Thursday, 03 June 2010 15:50
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Johnny and his Ducatti

 

What is it with men and their love for big, shiny metal things on wheels? Words by Nathaniel Liedl. Photos by Khoa Tran.

Monday, 24 May 2010 16:57
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Nguyen Thi Viet Thanh

 

We had such a great response to our Think Fit, Win Big challenge that we decided to up the number of participants to 12. Let us introduce them...

Monday, 24 May 2010 16:24
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Keeping Up Appearances



Like it or not, first impressions count when you are trying to advance your career. Sarah Johnson discovers how two image consultancies are helping Vietnamese stay ahead of the game.

Monday, 24 May 2010 16:19
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How to defy the drive-bys

 

Motorbike-riding thieves are one of the scourges of Saigon. However, there are ways of discouraging these unscrupulous speed demons.  Dr Mark L. Siefring M.D. M.S. ABIM reports.

Monday, 24 May 2010 16:13
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Wave of Euphoria

 

The Hawaiians have spiced up plain old surfing by adding a paddle to the equation. Sarah Johnson heads to Vung Tau for what turns out to be an exacting but rewarding experience. Photos by Sarah Johnson.

Monday, 24 May 2010 15:31
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Take to The Floor

 

It’s plenty of fun to watch Ultimate Fighting from the comfort of your sofa, but it’s a different matter when it is you who is doing the grappling. Nathaniel Liedl hits the mat. Photos by Quinn Ryan Mattingly.

Monday, 24 May 2010 15:23
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