Archive
Saigon Sentinel · All articles
Browse every article we've published, from the latest news to long-form analysis and practical guides.
- Health
California weighs ban on deadly stone countertops while lawmakers move to block lawsuits
California safety regulators are weighing a ban on cutting engineered stone as hundreds of workers nationwide contract a fatal lung disease linked to the material.…
- Asia
At least four dead in Taipei mass stabbing, suspect killed
At least four people were killed Friday night in a mass stabbing near Taipei’s central train station. The suspect is among the deceased, according to reports.…
- World
Federal and state authorities clash over facts of Minneapolis ICE shooting
MINNEAPOLIS — Federal investigators are reviewing the legality of a fatal shooting involving a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent that has sparked nationwide protests.…
- Vietnam
Vietnam fast-tracks second phase of Long Thanh International Airport expansion
Vietnam is accelerating the second phase of the Long Thanh International Airport project in Dong Nai province, moving up the construction of a third runway and a second passenger terminal.…
- Politics
News bias analysis app gains traction amid rising media polarization
A news aggregation service called Ground News is being promoted as a tool to help users analyze media bias by consolidating coverage from dozens or even hundreds of outlets on the same major event.…
- US
Marine Le Pen’s political future on the line at embezzlement appeal trial
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen returns to court Tuesday for an appeals trial in an embezzlement case that will determine her eligibility to run for president in 2027.…
- Vietnam
Japanese scholar praises Vietnam’s political stability ahead of landmark 14th Party Congress
HANOI, Vietnam — The upcoming 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam will mark a "new step" in the country’s development, according to the rector of Vietnam-Japan University.…
- US
Trump warns of 'total chaos' ahead of Supreme Court ruling on tariffs
President Donald Trump warned of a “total mess” if the U.S. Supreme Court strikes down his global trade tariffs, claiming in a social media post that the country would be “done” if the justices rule against his administr…
- Politics
Trump slams AG Pam Bondi as 'weak,' considers special prosecutor
President Donald Trump has repeatedly complained to aides about Attorney General Pam Bondi, describing her as "weak" and "ineffective" at implementing his agenda, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal.…
- Politics
U.S. judge orders Trump administration to restore children’s health funding
WASHINGTON – A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to restore nearly $12 million in funding to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), citing evidence that the cuts may have been "retaliatory." U.S.…
- Asia
Sri Lanka seeks Chinese aid after super typhoon, fueling geopolitical rivalry with India
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — Sri Lanka has formally requested China’s assistance to rebuild critical infrastructure devastated by Storm Ditwah, which killed hundreds of people and caused billions of dollars in damage.…
- Asia
8 dead, 28 missing after Philippine garbage dump collapse as search continues
CEBU CITY, Philippines – The death toll from a landfill collapse in the Binaliw district has risen to eight as rescuers continue to search for 28 people still missing under the debris.…
- Culture
Male ballet, experimental opera, and independent film take center stage in New York
NEW YORK — A diverse series of arts events is set to launch across New York City this month, featuring international ballet stars, experimental opera, and a new drama from director Gus Van Sant.…
- Asia
Samsung Biologics expands US manufacturing footprint after acquiring GSK production plant
SAN FRANCISCO – Samsung Biologics CEO John Rim announced plans to expand the company’s manufacturing footprint in the United States following the $280 million acquisition of a biopharmaceutical plant in Maryland.…
- Politics
National Portrait Gallery removes references to Trump’s two impeachments from portrait label
WASHINGTON – The National Portrait Gallery has removed references to Donald Trump’s two impeachments from the caption accompanying a new portrait of the former president.…
- Entertainment
Colleen Barstow, champion of American independent cinema, dies at 64
Colleen Barstow, a co-founder of the ACX Cinemas chain and a prominent advocate for independent movie theaters across the United States, died Saturday. She was 64.…
- Science
Australian scientists use "saunas" and genetics to save frogs from a deadly pandemic
CANBERRA – Conservation biologist Anthony Waddle is pioneering new methods in Australia to protect amphibians from a lethal fungus that has already wiped out 90 species and continues to threaten more than 500 others.…
- Culture
How past blockbuster deals are still shaping the NBA’s future for 2026
NEW YORK — Although the 2026 NBA Draft is still seven months away, front offices across the league are already closely monitoring a volatile trade landscape where 13 teams have already moved or swapped their first-round …
- Culture
Drama, coaching firings, and historic moments define the 2025 college football season
The 2025 college football season concluded with a reshaped landscape as storied programs fell and unexpected contenders surged into the national spotlight.…
- Health
London doctors begin prescribing financial advice to help improve patient health
Financial counseling offered at primary care clinics in South London is successfully reducing patient visits and improving health outcomes, according to early results from a new pilot program.…
- Entertainment
Hollywood holds its breath as official Oscar nomination voting kicks off
LOS ANGELES – Voting for the Academy Award nominations officially began on Jan. 12, as film studios and campaign strategists launch a final push for their contenders. Academy members have until 5 p.m. PT on Jan.…
- Asia
Google to develop and manufacture high-end smartphones in Vietnam
TAIPEI — Google will begin developing and manufacturing high-end smartphones in Vietnam this year, marking a significant shift as U.S. tech giants move critical production away from China.…
- Business
Ford and Carhartt partner to tackle the U.S. skilled labor shortage crisis
DETROIT — Iconic Detroit brands Ford and Carhartt have launched a multi-year partnership aimed at closing a labor gap of more than 1 million workers in the U.S. manufacturing, construction, and automotive sectors.…
- US
Emma Raducanu marks successful injury comeback with opening win in Hobart
Raducanu secures first win since September at Hobart International HOBART, Australia — Emma Raducanu captured her first victory since September on Tuesday, defeating Colombia’s Camila Osorio 6-3, 7-6(2) at the Hobart Int…
- Politics
New tool helps readers spot political bias in news coverage
Ground News, a news aggregation tool, is positioning itself as a solution for readers seeking to identify discrepancies in media reporting.…