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The opposition group Viet Tan accuses Vietnam of abducting an Australian and a Norwegian activist, claiming they were forcibly taken while abroad. The rights group is calling for their release and for international pressure on Hanoi. If confirmed, the case would fit a pattern of alleged transnational repression by Vietnamese authorities against overseas critics.

The European Union is set to remove Panama and Vietnam from its tax haven blacklist, which lists jurisdictions the bloc considers non-cooperative on tax matters. The move means both countries will no longer face the EU's monitoring and potential restrictive measures tied to the list, which is periodically updated by EU finance ministers.

The Vietnamese government is facing accusations that it abducted a Melbourne-based human rights activist. The claim, reported by The Guardian, alleges the activist was taken against their will in an operation attributed to Vietnamese authorities. Details about the activist's identity, whereabouts and the circumstances of the alleged abduction have not yet been confirmed, and Vietnam has not publicly responded to the allegations.

Catania airport in Sicily has extended a suspension of flights until midnight as ash from Mount Etna's eruptions makes conditions unsafe. The disruption affects arrivals and departures at one of Italy's busiest regional airports, with travelers facing delays and cancellations while authorities monitor volcanic activity.

Vietnam and the United States are expanding their cooperation on investment and finance, according to a report carried by Asia News Network. The move signals growing economic engagement between the two countries, with both sides looking to strengthen financial links and encourage investment flows.

Vietnam is calling for greater Canadian investment in green finance and infrastructure projects, according to Vietnam Investment Review. The push reflects Hanoi's broader effort to attract foreign capital for sustainable development as it works toward its climate and growth goals.

Mount Etna has erupted again, forcing disruption at Catania airport in Sicily as ash and volcanic activity interfere with flight operations. Travellers face delays and cancellations, and there are warnings that limited capacity on routes to and from the island could push air fares higher. Etna is Europe's most active volcano and its eruptions regularly affect the region's air traffic.

A 72-year-old photograph is yielding fresh clues about Meretneith, a powerful woman who may have ruled Egypt roughly 5,000 years ago. Researchers revisiting the archival image have identified details suggesting her status and role in the early dynastic period, adding to debate over whether she reigned as a female pharaoh at a time when such power was rarely held by women.

A Chinese helicopter unit has completed the rotation of Vietnamese peacekeepers serving at the Sudan border, transporting personnel as part of United Nations peacekeeping operations in the region. The operation highlights growing cooperation between Chinese and Vietnamese contingents deployed under the UN mission, with the helicopters providing logistical and transport support for the handover of troops.

Two foreign nationals have reportedly gone missing after meeting with Vietnamese activists, according to a report by regional outlet Kiripost. The circumstances of their disappearance remain unclear, including their identities and whereabouts. The report has drawn attention amid ongoing concerns about the treatment of activists in Vietnam.

Vietnam has unveiled a memorial plaque honoring North Korean soldiers who fought alongside North Vietnam during the Vietnam War. The gesture highlights the long-standing military and diplomatic ties between Hanoi and Pyongyang, and draws renewed attention to North Korea's little-documented role in the conflict, which included pilots and other personnel sent to support the North Vietnamese side.

Vietnamese outlet Tuoi Tre examines how Vietnam could develop a genuine semiconductor industry, drawing lessons from Singapore, where the chip sector contributes roughly 6% of GDP. The piece analyses what policies, investment strategies and workforce development Singapore used, and how Vietnam might apply them as it positions itself as an emerging player in the global chip supply chain.

A Vietnam War veteran shot an intruder who broke into his home in San Francisco. The incident has drawn attention because of the homeowner's age and military background, and it adds to ongoing debate in the city about home defense and public safety.

Japanese education group Kawaijuku has become an investor in Do Ventures' second fund in Vietnam, with the aim of backing education-focused startups in the country. The tie-up links an established Japanese test-prep and education company with one of Southeast Asia's most active early-stage venture firms, as investors look to Vietnam's growing edtech and education services market for new opportunities.

Thailand beat Vietnam in a FIFA ASEAN Cup match, with Sarach Yooyen scoring in a 1-0 win for the War Elephants. Vietnamese coach Kim Sang-sik had urged careful preparation before the fixture, while Vietnamese media note that even a win over Thailand would not be enough for Vietnam to dominate Southeast Asian football. The Philippines also gave up a two-goal lead in the same tournament.

Night Wars, a low-budget horror film released on March 1, 1988, follows two Vietnam veterans whose nightmares about the war become so realistic that they sustain real injuries and bring physical objects back from their dreams. The pair eventually arm themselves and enter the dream world to confront what is haunting them, blending war trauma with supernatural horror.

Vietnam's wood chip shipments to China dropped by 6% in August, according to trade data reported by Lesprom. The decline signals softer Chinese demand for Vietnamese wood chips, a key raw material for pulp and paper production. Traders and industry watchers are assessing whether the dip reflects seasonal factors or a broader slowdown in Chinese manufacturing demand.

Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank, one of Vietnam's largest lenders, has raised 750 billion dong (roughly $30 million) through the sale of six-year bonds, according to a filing on the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange. The debt issuance gives the bank fresh medium-term funding, and the filing was picked up by regional market watchers tracking Vietnamese banking sector financing.

Vietnam has called on nuclear-armed states to engage in dialogue aimed at reducing the risk of nuclear conflict. The appeal, reported by Asia News Network, positions Hanoi as a voice for de-escalation amid international concern over nuclear weapons. Details of the venue and specific proposals were not provided.

Police in Vietnam have arrested three people, including a Norwegian citizen and an Australian national, accusing them of terrorism. A pro-democracy group says the operation was actually carried out in Cambodia, raising questions about how the arrests took place and prompting concern over the treatment of foreign nationals and alleged cross-border enforcement by Vietnamese authorities.

A Vietnam War veteran in San Francisco shot an intruder who entered his home, according to CBS News Bay Area reporting. The confrontation left the suspect wounded and has drawn large public attention, with many people debating self-defense rights, gun use by older residents, and safety concerns in the city.

Ho Chi Minh City is adjusting to frequent flooding, with residents and officials adopting measures to cope with rising water in low-lying districts. Climate change, land subsidence and urban development have raised the stakes, making floods more severe and harder to manage. Reports describe the city's efforts to live with water rather than fully prevent it.

Fans are focused on a Vietnam versus Thailand football matchup billed for September 29 at 19:30, tied to the FIFA Asian Cup 2026. The fixture is being simulated as a video game match, with Vietnamese-language coverage leading the discussion. Interest is strong across both countries, with engagement numbering well over a million, reflecting the rivalry's pull ahead of qualifying action.

Cuba, Denmark, Vietnam, Italy and France are among the latest countries to announce their submissions for the Academy Awards' best international feature film category. The announcements add to a growing list of national entries as film industries worldwide put forward their selections, with each country allowed one film for the prestigious award, one of the most closely watched races of awards season.

Charles Trueheart, the American journalist and author who wrote about what he described as a diplomatic 'betrayal' in Vietnam, has died at the age of 75. The news was reported by The New York Times. Tributes have highlighted his work chronicling American diplomacy and the Vietnam War era.

A replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, known as the traveling wall, has arrived in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and was greeted with a public welcome. The mobile half-size reproduction of the Washington memorial allows communities across the country to honor the more than 58,000 Americans killed in the Vietnam War without traveling to the capital. Local residents and veterans turned out for the ceremony.