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South Korea's president congratulates Lee Chang-dong on Venice award
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung congratulated director Lee Chang-dong after Possible Love won Venice's Grand Jury Prize, Yonhap reports.
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Tung Mint and Toki Thanh Tho leave Anh trai vuot ngan chong gai
Tung Mint and Toki Thanh Tho were eliminated after Anh trai vuot ngan chong gai's fourth performance round on September 12, Thanh Nien reports. They belonged to alliances that did not win.
Culture & entertainment
Lan Huong nhu co draws early attention and questions over pacing
Lan Huong nhu co began airing on CCTV-8 and Tencent Video on September 11, starring Tan Songyun and Liu Xueyi, Tuoi Tre reports.
Vietnam economy
China's import demand could shape the next phase of the oil rally
Chinese import demand could significantly influence oil's rally, VietnamPlus reports, citing CNBC analysis. Experts are watching whether refiners increase operating rates.
Around the game
Vietnam U23 arrive in Nagoya ahead of ASIAD 2026
Vietnam U23 arrived in Nagoya on September 13 and settled into accommodation ahead of ASIAD 2026, VFF reports. Training was planned that afternoon.
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Yamal scores a third straight La Liga brace as Barcelona win 4–2
Lamine Yamal scored twice as Barcelona beat Levante 4-2 in La Liga's fifth round. It was his third consecutive league brace, VnExpress reports.
Culture & entertainment
Hanoi exhibition revisits the printed music of 1934–1954
An exhibition on Hanoi's 1934–1954 modern music explores printed scores and popular songs, Tuoi Tre reports. Researcher Nguyen Truong Quy emphasizes the scores' visual artistry.
Other sports
Brazil, Argentina and Colombia secure Women's Volleyball World Cup places
Brazil, Argentina and Colombia secured places at the 2027 Women's Volleyball World Cup after the South American Championship's fourth day, Volleyball World reports.
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Vietnam women complete preparations for ASIAD opener against Chinese Taipei
Vietnam's women's team completed its final training session before the ASIAD 2026 opener against Chinese Taipei. VFF says the session took place in Shizuoka on September 13.