I took a shot of the BIDV ATM last night while waiting for a friend to withdrawal some money. I was a bit surprise to find an ATM at such a dark location. (On a dark street...) (...at a BIDV ATM) … [Read more...] about Sunday Night at a BIDV ATM in Saigon
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Barcamp Saigon a Huge Success
Hard to believe that nearly 5 months ago, I posted an entry about organizing the first Barcamp in Saigon. Nearly 5 months later, Barcamp Saigon was held at RMIT Vietnam. Nearly 300 participants attended Barcamp Saigon 1. Barcamp Saigon had visitors from Cambodia, Singapore and far away as the US (Washington, DC). VinaConsulting helped sponsor the event. It was nice to … [Read more...] about Barcamp Saigon a Huge Success
Using Ubuntu Linux at the American International School
I gave the following ad hoc presentation at Barcamp Saigon last Saturday. Just want to share the presentation with everyone. Using Ubuntu Linux at the American International School View SlideShare presentation or Upload your own. (tags: barcampsaigon linux) … [Read more...] about Using Ubuntu Linux at the American International School
Typhoon Noul Approaching Saigon
I got the warning that Typhoon Noul was approaching Saigon before lunch today. At that time my friend told me that I should be home by 5 PM since the rain was supposed to be heavy at that time. I decided to play it safe and just expected it to be a rainstorm. As I got home, my school called to cancel classes for tomorrow. I then checked online. Thanh Nien News reported … [Read more...] about Typhoon Noul Approaching Saigon
Vietnam approves dual citizenship for Expats and Overseas Vietnamese
Starting next July, 2009, Expats and Overseas Vietnamese following certain criterias will be allowed dual citizenship in Vietnam. Yes, I said Expats. If an Expat marries a Vietnamese national, they can become a Vietnamese citizen. Those who lived in Vietnam for at least 5 years, or those who speak Vietnamese, can also become dual citizens with Vietnam. Quite … [Read more...] about Vietnam approves dual citizenship for Expats and Overseas Vietnamese