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Ukrainian flag (left) and European Union (EU) flag. Photo: Xinhua

Ukraine needs an additional 32.6 billion USD, calling on Europe to use blockaded Russian assets

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Ukraine is lacking 32.6 billion USD for the 2027 financial demand, forcing Kiev to call for more support from allies.

Working session of the 80th United Nations General Assembly at its headquarters in New York, USA. Photo: Delegation of Vietnam to the United Nations

United Nations approves cultural initiative proposed by Vietnam

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The United Nations General Assembly has just adopted the Resolution launching the "International Decade of Culture for Sustainable Development" in 2027-2036 initiated by Vietnam.

Tropical cyclone activity forecast from September 3-9, with storms Pilandok and Saundel and a new cyclone area being monitored. Photo: PAGASA

Forecast of storms and monsoons operating in rapid succession near the East Sea, which may affect Vietnam

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September is forecast to continue to have storms and active tropical cyclones, in which some systems are likely to head towards the East Sea and affect Vietnam.

On September 4, the United Nations General Assembly voted to adopt the new world map. Pictured is the United Nations headquarters in the United States. Photo: Xinhua

United Nations adopts new world map, Europe and North America look smaller

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On September 4, the United Nations voted to adopt the new world map, according to AFP.

People swim on the Seine River (France) to cool off during the heat wave in Europe. Photo: Xinhua

Record hot summer disrupts European tourism industry

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The summer of 2026 enters European history with unprecedented extreme heat waves, forcing the tourism industry to respond quickly.