Vietnam economy
World Bank raises Vietnam's 2026 growth forecast to 7.4%
The World Bank raised its forecast for Vietnam's 2026 GDP growth to 7.4%, up 1.1 percentage points from its April projection, VnExpress reported.
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Thuy Linh heads to European tournaments after Asian Games
Nguyen Thuy Linh is continuing her international schedule in Europe after the Asian Games, Bao Van Hoa reported.
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Sinner ends 2026 season early for knee treatment
Jannik Sinner announced on October 6 that he was ending his 2026 season early to receive treatment on his right knee, VnExpress reported.
Vietnam football
Vietnam players return to club duties after FIFA ASEAN Cup
Vietnam ended its FIFA ASEAN Cup trip on the morning of October 6, with players travelling in separate groups according to club commitments, VFF said.
Culture & entertainment
Lee Dong Gun scheduled to meet Ho Chi Minh City fans on October 9
Lee Dong Gun is scheduled to meet Vietnamese fans at The Harvest in Ho Chi Minh City on October 9, Thanh Nien reported, citing the organisers.
Vietnam economy
Novaland reports profit estimate above annual target and rejects bankruptcy claims
Novaland estimates that nine-month consolidated net revenue exceeded VND10 trillion and after-tax profit surpassed VND2.8 trillion, according to company information published by Bao Chinh phu.
Culture & entertainment
Paramount completes Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition
Skydance-owned Paramount has completed its acquisition of Warner Bros.
Culture & entertainment
Spielberg to oversee creative development of Transformers 8
Steven Spielberg is set to oversee creative aspects of Transformers 8 alongside Lorenzo di Bonaventura while serving as an executive producer, sources told Variety.
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Alcaraz defends Japan Open title with win over Lehecka
Carlos Alcaraz defended his Japan Open title with a 7-6(4), 6-4 victory over Jiri Lehecka in the October 6 final, VnExpress reported.