ASEAN Cup Football: Thailand surged to the top of AFF Cup Group B after a 2-0 win over Malaysia, while the Philippines kept semifinal hopes alive with a 4-1 win over Laos—leaving Laos winless and scoreless in the group. Regional Sports Drama: In the ASEAN Cup Group B race, Malaysia and Thailand’s rivalry heated up at Rajamangala Stadium as Malaysia’s interim coach Tan Cheng Hoe stressed experience for his young squad despite the 0-2 loss. Music & Pop Culture: Eurovision Asia is gathering momentum ahead of its Bangkok debut on Nov. 14, with Swedish broadcaster SVT reportedly considering live coverage. Kids & Culture: A Vietnam–Laos–Cambodia Children’s Festival wrapped in Ho Chi Minh City, featuring performances and activities aimed at strengthening friendship and cultural exchange. Education Partnership: Laos’ Ministry of Education and Sports signed an agreement to roll out the ERA Kids early childhood program, focused on sex education and sexual abuse prevention skills for ages 3–5. K-pop Spotlight: BLACKPINK’s Jennie topped Mnet’s “M Countdown” with “Less than a Lover,” with the track also ranking high across Cambodia, Vietnam, and Laos.