Vietnam economy
Nghe An works to resolve local land-database gaps
Nghe An is addressing local obstacles to completing its land database, VietnamPlus reports. Some communes and wards have unclear responsibilities or incomplete parcel inventories.
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Marca: Mbappé raises his profile in Ballon d’Or race
Marca interprets Kylian Mbappe's recent media appearances as an intensified push in the 2026 Ballon d'Or race. The Real Madrid forward has expressed confidence while acknowledging voters' freedom to choose their preferred player.
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Nguyễn Hải Anh wins national costume award at Mister Cosmopolitan
Nguyen Hai Anh won Best National Costume at Mister Cosmopolitan 2026 in Nha Trang. Designer Tien Nguyen's Tinh hoa than den draws on coal carving in Quang Ninh.
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Hoàng Anh Tuấn to lead Vietnam U16s at CFA Team China 2026
Vietnam's under-16 team is scheduled to assemble on September 12 under Hoang Anh Tuan for the 2026 CFA Team China tournament. The squad contains 34 players from clubs and youth academies.
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Fame and responsibility to the public
A Bao Van Hoa commentary examines the responsibilities accompanying celebrity influence after controversies that damage public trust. Scholar Bui Hoai Son argues that reputation also rests on audiences' confidence and affection.
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Nhật Hạ to represent Vietnam at Miss Asia Awards 2026
Nguyen Ngo Nhat Ha will represent Vietnam at Miss Asia Awards 2026, with the final scheduled for October 17 in Seoul. She previously reached the top five of the sports segment at Miss World Vietnam 2023.
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Nicole Kidman recalls loneliness on the night of her Oscar win
Nicole Kidman recalled feeling deeply lonely on the night of her 2003 Oscar win during a September 10 appearance on Therapuss. Her Best Actress award for The Hours came during professional success and personal upheaval.
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Community joins efforts to protect Điện Biên Phủ battlefield heritage
Dien Bien Phu Museum and Thanh Nua authorities held a heritage-protection meeting in Cong Hoa village on September 10. The event sought greater community involvement in preserving the Dien Bien Phu battlefield complex.
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BTS concerts in Argentina and Brazil to screen in cinemas worldwide
BTS concerts in Buenos Aires on October 24 and São Paulo on October 30 will reach about 3,800 cinemas in more than 80 countries, BigHit Music announced on September 11. Both dates refer to local concert time.
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Y Phụng shares her 12-kilogram weight-loss journey
Y Phung says she lost 12 kilograms over a year of consistent exercise, moving from 60 to 48 kilograms. The actress described feeling more confident as she considers returning to the stage.
Vietnam economy
Vietnam competition authority reviews Grab fares and commissions
Vietnam's National Competition Commission is reviewing Grab's fares, fees and commissions following driver complaints. On September 11, it said it had requested information on how the company calculates and changes these charges.
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Brandi Carlile and Bonnie Raitt duet for Austin City Limits premiere
Brandi Carlile joins Bonnie Raitt for the season 52 premiere of Austin City Limits, scheduled for PBS stations on September 12. The episode also celebrates Carlile's induction into the program's Hall of Fame.