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Hope for 18 missing in Indonesia plane crash

There were hopes there could be survivors from an Indonesian plane that crashed with 18 people aboard, the government said, after rescuers spotted the fuselage intact and a door open.

Zany scientists honored in alternative Nobels

In the ultimate accolade for the world's mad scientists, spoof Nobel prizes were awarded for studies into beetle sex, yawning, and other daffy investigations.

Hoang Anh Gia Lai chairman claims ready to withdraw from V-League

Chairman of Hoang Anh Gia Lai said he will withdraw from V-League if the VFF does not take actions to improve the tournament.

Hundreds of plants, animals up for new protections

The Obama administration is taking steps to extend new federal protections to a list of imperiled animals and plants.

Vietnam’s cinematography introduced in Belgium

Many cultural events will be held in Brussels on October 4-8 to introduce Vietnam’s cinematography to Belgian people.

Vietnamese designer to bring collection to China

Vietnamese renowned fashion designer Minh Hanh will bring a collection to Liuzhou’s annual Water Festival in China.

Nokia to cut 3,500 jobs in Romania, Germany, US

The world's largest mobile phone maker Nokia said it planned to cut 3,500 jobs in Romania, Germany and the United States by the end of 2012.

Eighteen Asian teams to join Vung Tau tournament

Eighteen Asian-Pacific teams will participate in an international beach volleyball tournament to be held at Vung Tau City on October 7-9.

China to launch module for future space station

China is due to take its first step towards building a space station on Thursday when it launches an experimental module ahead of the country's National Day celebrations.

Vietnamese war films face battle for ratings

Vietnamese-produced war films are lacking in veracity and are too message-laden, according to a scriptwriter.

Amazon launches iPad rival, the Kindle Fire

US online retail giant Amazon launched a touchscreen tablet computer, the Kindle Fire, that costs $199, less than half the price of the cheapest iPad from market-leader Apple.

EU chief calls for eurobonds and financial tax

European Commission president Jose Manuel Barroso called for a financial transactions tax and the creation of eurobonds to fix an economic crisis.

Vietnam's arts and entertainment has 'stealing' problem

Across the gamut of the arts, intellectual property rights have remained a problem in Vietnam.

Barca, Arsenal, AC Milan bid to ignite Euro flame

Champions Barcelona will be bidding to get their Champions League title defence back on track Wednesday.

Typhoon death toll in Philippines climbs to 18

The death toll in the Philippines from Typhoon Nesat climbed to 18 as thousands of people battled widespread flooding and another storm bore down on the country.

Paris fashion week opens in black and white

Paris Fashion Week got off to a black-and-white start as a duo of Asian designers sent out Spring-Summer looks for 2012.

New talks step up efforts to head off Greek default

Germany and Greece held new crisis talks Tuesday as European governments ratcheted up steps to head off a default by Athens which could be calamitous for the eurozone.