CULTURE AND SPORT

Leila Lopes from Angola was crowned Miss Universe, smoothly handling an interview question about what physical trait she would change if could.

For the sixth time in a row Djokovic beat Nadal 6-2, 6-4, 6-7 (3), 6-1, in 4 hours 10 minutes, and won his first U.S. Open title.

The rising number of Japanese footballers impressing in European leagues reflects the growing strength of the sport in the Asian region, Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger said.

Eurozone nations headed into fresh turbulence on Monday with alarm rising over a potential Greek default.

More than 100 people burned to death in a fire on a fuel pipeline in a slum area in the Kenyan capital, police said Monday.

The world-renowned troupe, English National Ballet, is headed to Vietnam for two performances in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in September.

The euro slumped in Asian trade Monday on deepening concerns over a possible default by Greece.

The world-renowned English National Ballet is headed to Vietnam and will perform in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

Clouds may be gathering over the global economy, but auto makers are revving up to try and dispel any gloom with nearly 90 new models at the world's biggest motor show.

Le Dang Xu from the Joint Stock Construction Company No 1 was elected new chairman of the Vietnam Badminton Federation.

Determined never to forget but perhaps ready to move on, the US gently handed Sept. 11 over to history Sunday.

Greek Finance Minister Evangelos Venizelos on Sunday announced new budget cuts totalling around two billion euros.

Defending champion Rafael Nadal booked a US Open title showdown against world number one Novak Djokovic.

A jittery, embattled United States comes together in grief on Sunday's 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.

President Hugo Chavez challenged US President Barack Obama to prove US claims that Venezuelan officials are involved in drugs and arm trafficking.

The first exhibition of art dolls opened in Hanoi from September 8-October 7, featuring 20 artworks by Tran Thu Hang.

US officials urged Americans to be on the alert as the nation began marking the poignant 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks amid warnings of a new Al-Qaeda linked terror threat.

Italian musician Andera Centazzo will perform in Vietnam from September 13-15 on the 150 th anniversary of unification day of Italia.

Roger Federer demanded sweeping changes to the US Open schedule after the Grand Slam tournament headed for a 4th successive Monday finish.