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Lisandro Martínez brought humor to a CBS interview after Manchester United's 4-0 win over Sabah. Asked which studio pundit he most enjoyed watching as a player, he chose Thierry Henry and teased Jamie Carragher and Micah Richards.
Net Ha thanh opened on September 11 at Ho Van in Hanoi's Temple of Literature complex, exploring the city through ao dai and everyday objects. It forms part of the second Thang Long-Hanoi Festival.
Public investment disbursement reached VND513,304.7 billion by September 3, equivalent to 50.2% of the prime minister's assigned plan, the Finance Ministry reported. The latest reporting week added VND4,832.7 billion.
Late finishes at the US Open have renewed debate over players' recovery time. Alexander Zverev said he did not reach bed until 6:45 a.m. on one occasion after completing his post-match routine.
Bang Di has made her first film investment in Len huong after concentrating on business. She said confidence in director Khuong Ngoc's storytelling motivated the decision.
Alex Gibney's documentary Musk has attracted attention following its Venice screening and public criticism from Elon Musk. Thanh Nien describes the nearly four-hour film as an examination of his technology career and wider influence.
UNESCO's representative in Vietnam highlighted opportunities arising from the 2027-2036 International Decade of Culture for Sustainable Development. Bao Van Hoa reported that the UN General Assembly adopted the Vietnam-proposed initiative.
Gold in Asian trading on September 11 remained under pressure from expectations of higher US interest rates despite an intraday rebound. VietnamPlus reported spot gold at US$4,351.97 an ounce at 1:39 p.m. Vietnam time, up 0.8% but nearly 2% lower for the week.
Doan Ngoc Tan expects to miss about four weeks after a challenge by Doan Van Hau during The Cong's 1-0 defeat to Cong An Ha Noi on September 10. He said an examination found swelling around the ankle ligaments.
