The BEST installation has reached the final assembly stage The thermonuclear installation BEST, located in Hefei, has reached an important milestone — the final stage of assembly. According to CCTV News, the level of localization of equipment at this stage is 93.4%.
The meeting took place at the OSCE headquarters located in the Hofburg Palace. According to the CSTO press service, the main focus was on issues of regional interaction and economic cooperation, as well as the importance of multilateral dialogue for ensuring stability and sustainable development. Omuraliyev emphasized the strategic orientation of his organization towards strengthening interconnections and its contribution to the development of regional cooperation in Eurasia.
Many musical performers and artists have canceled their concerts According to information from the Kazinform agency, citing NBC, after the Performing Arts Center was named after Donald Trump, many performers decided to cancel their scheduled performances.
In the lead-up to the elections scheduled for February 12, Islamist parties in Bangladesh are beginning to show increased activity. They intend to take advantage of the changed political situation following a long period of restrictions, as reported by Barron’s. With a population of about 170 million, the majority of whom practice Sunni Islam, Bangladesh is preparing for its first elections after significant events in 2024 that have impacted the political landscape. In this context, several
The Kilauea volcano in Hawaii has awakened again, ejecting lava up to 250 meters high. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the eruptions have been ongoing for several weeks, with periods of activity and brief pauses. Experts warn of the possible continuation of active eruptions in the coming days. Local authorities are closely monitoring the situation and strongly advise residents and tourists to avoid closed areas due to the threat of lava and toxic gases. Kilauea is considered one of the
The company PEATY has introduced a new product – a bag called Infinity, featuring a unique color-changing function. This model is available in three main colors: white, black, and beige. Users can choose from the offered images, as well as have the option to upload their own designs. Pricing information is available upon request.
The request for the death penalty for Yoon Suk Yeol was voiced during the final session in the Seoul court, according to information from the Yonhap agency. The special prosecutor's team described the former president as the leader of a rebellion who attempted to maintain power by controlling the judiciary and legislative systems. Yoon Suk Yeol is accused of conspiring with the former defense minister and other participants to organize a rebellion aimed at undermining the Constitution.
Against the backdrop of the cyclone affecting Europe and part of Russia, heavy snowfall has been recorded. Forecasters also predict snowfall and a drop in temperature in Kyrgyzstan.
In the morning on the island of Luzon, where the active Mayon volcano is located, an eruption occurred during which the lava fountain reached a height of 100 meters. According to the Philippine News Agency, this information was provided by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC). The height of the volcano's crater is 2462 meters, and it is known for its frequent eruptions. On social media, NDRRMC also posted a video recording of this event.
On January 13, the price of March futures for Brent crude oil on the London ICE exchange exceeded $65 per barrel for the first time since November 18. This trend at the beginning of the year is linked to the U.S. operation in Venezuela and concerns surrounding events in Iran, which have raised market participants' worries about oil supply. Yesterday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced the imposition of secondary sanctions against Iran's trading partners, including those purchasing
The video quickly spread across social networks and caused a wide public outcry. It shows Nazarbekov, who holds the position of minister, performing at a celebration while accepting banknotes from guests. The reaction from users was mixed: some reminded others of his artistic past, while others condemned such behavior from the minister. The incident occurred at the wedding of the son of the famous artist Yahybek Muminov, where many well-known figures from the art world were present. The
According to traders, the volumes of CPC Blend shipments this month are expected to be at 800-900 thousand barrels per day, which is 45% lower than the previously planned shipping volumes set in mid-December. Out of 45 planned shipments, at least 21 have been canceled. This shortage of supply has already led to a price increase: Kazakh oil is trading at a premium for the first time in a year. The latest deals were recorded with a markup of $1.2 per barrel over the Dated Brent benchmark.
// Kevin Lamarque/Reuters On the social network X, Randy Fine stated: “This bill will give the president the ability to find funds for the annexation of Greenland.” He also emphasized that “our enemies are trying to strengthen their positions in the Arctic, and we cannot allow that,” referring to the rhetoric of the president's administration. Fine added in a press release published by The Hill that “control over Greenland ensures control over vital sea routes in the Arctic and the
Due to the sharp deterioration of the security situation and the outbreak of mass protests, France has decided to evacuate part of its diplomatic personnel from Iran. This was reported by AFP, citing sources. French diplomats left the country on January 11 and 12. Although the exact number of evacuees is not disclosed, there are usually about 30 people working at the embassy in Tehran.
For 29 days, believers will observe fasting. According to the calendar, the Night of Qadr will be celebrated from March 16 to 17, and the holiday of Eid al-Fitr is scheduled for Friday, March 20. “The dates for the beginning of the Hijri months are determined based on data from international astronomical centers. However, religious holidays may be shifted by one day depending on the visibility of the new moon,” the official statement said.
At the time of the incident, there were eight Kazakh tourists on board the boat. Three of them were hospitalized and are currently under the supervision of medical staff; their condition is assessed as stable. The Consulate of Kazakhstan is actively engaging with the victims, providing necessary assistance, and all medical expenses are covered by the insurance company.
The Prime Minister of Mongolia visited Zamyn-Uud, where he got acquainted with the passenger and transport complex at the checkpoint. During his visit, Prime Minister Gombozhavn Zandanshatar studied the operations of the passenger and transport complex at the Zamyn-Uud checkpoint (CP) and the process of cargo transportation across the border. With the commissioning of the complex in 2023, the capacity of the Zamyn-Uud checkpoint has increased threefold. Previously, between 6,000 and 8,000
At the age of 49, the chimpanzee Ai passed away, known for her remarkable abilities in recognizing letters, numbers, and hieroglyphs. This was reported by the Center for the Study of Human Behavioral Evolution, formerly known as the Primate Research Institute, at Kyoto University, according to information from RIA Novosti. “Chimpanzee Ai, who contributed to research in the evolution of thought and soul for many years, died on January 9 surrounded by her caregivers; the cause of death was
According to the ministry's statement, 95% of oil product imports come from Russia, while the remaining part is from China. As of January 7, 2026, 65,029 tons of fuel were imported through five border crossings. Importers have also confirmed orders for the purchase of 287,860 tons of oil products for January 2026, including 136,470 tons of AI-92 gasoline, 148,090 tons of diesel fuel, and 3,300 tons of AI-95 gasoline. During a meeting with market participants, including importers and
On January 12, it became known that the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the ambassadors of the United Kingdom, France, and Germany for a meeting. This decision was made in response to the open expression of support for the protests against the government organized by these countries. This was reported by the Iranian state news agency Tasnim. On the same day, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the administration is considering a number of "very tough" measures
The delegation was headed by Tsend Sandag-Ochir, who serves as the acting chairman of the Mongolia-Bulgaria parliamentary group and leads the Permanent Committee on State Structure. The delegation also included high-ranking officials, including the chairman of the Permanent Committee on Budget Tserenpila Davaasuren, who held the positions of Minister of Energy from 2017 to 2020 and Minister of Construction and Urban Development in 2023-2024; the chairman of the Permanent Committee on Ethics
Due to criminal activity, the U.S. State Department has revoked more than 100,000 visas, reports the Kazinform agency. This information was published on the official account of the department on the social network X.
On January 8, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a protocol of discussions in Ulaanbaatar as part of the project "Creating a Digital Network Platform for Integrated Modeling Assessing the Resilience of Ecosystems of Pastures and the Gobi Desert to Climate Change and Human Activities" under the SATREPS program. The signing ceremony was attended by Batbold Munkhtur, Director of the Department of Science and Technology Policy and Planning of the Ministry of Economy
In the first half of the week, the air temperature will fluctuate between +15…+18 degrees during the day, while at night it is expected to range from +1 to +6 degrees. However, in the second half of the week, a deterioration in weather conditions is predicted. From January 15 to 16, precipitation is expected in the country, which may turn into snow on January 16. On the night of January 15, the temperature will be +4…+9 degrees, and during the day — +10…+15 degrees. In turn, on January 16, the
During the discussion, M. Badamsuren emphasized the importance of fulfilling existing agreements regarding stable supplies of Mongolian products such as wool, cashmere, leather, and meat to the Kazakh market. The minister also expressed hope for an increase in imports from Kazakhstan, which includes key products such as fruits, vegetables, berries, and rice. He also noted the need to acquire high-quality wheat seeds and other agricultural crops for the development of Mongolia's
After recent statements by Solovyov regarding the possibility of conducting operations in Armenia, the Armenian Foreign Ministry summoned Russian Ambassador Sergey Kopyrkin to discuss the situation, reports Meduza. In one of the broadcasts that took place a few days ago, Solovyov stated that Russia, like the United States in Venezuela, should ignore international law and consider the use of force in Armenia and several Central Asian countries to maintain its influence.
According to Powell, the investigation may have been initiated due to his disagreements with U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the reduction of the key interest rate, as reported by the BBC. He described what is happening as "unprecedented" and expressed the opinion that the reason is Trump's dissatisfaction with his refusal to lower the rate.
Illustrative photo The State Department noted that among the revoked visas, more than 8,000 were student visas, as well as about 2,500 specialized visas issued to individuals with connections to U.S. law enforcement on criminal matters. In its statement on social media platform X, the department emphasized: “We will continue the process of deporting these criminals to ensure safety in America.” According to Newsweek, this figure is a record high in recent years and more than twice the number
At a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers, a working group was approved with the task of preparing the Bortegg deposit, which is part of the Tavan Tolgoi cluster, for integration into the economic turnover and selection of investors. As part of this project, the following measures are planned: conducting an open competition for investors; establishing market prices for coal; maximizing profit retention within the country; priority development of processing industries; transparency and openness
In his address to the heads of state-participants of the EAEU, Tokayev noted that the union must continue to actively develop economic ties with external partners. In particular, he mentioned the signing of free trade agreements with Mongolia and Indonesia in 2025, as well as economic partnership with the United Arab Emirates. The President emphasized that this is a real achievement of the collective work of the participating countries. "In the future, it is advisable to strengthen the
Vladimir Solovyov During the discussion of the U.S. military operation in Venezuela, as well as Donald Trump's claims on Greenland, Solovyov noted that the U.S. ignores international law and does whatever it wants. However, in his opinion, events in the near abroad are more relevant for Russia than the situations in Venezuela or Syria. “We need to focus not on Syria and Venezuela. We cannot afford to lose positions, but the most important issues for us are those concerning our close
At the opening of the event, Kubanychbek Omuraliev, the Secretary-General of the Turkic Council, spoke. He noted: “It is a great honor for me to participate in the opening of Turkic Week in Vienna — this is an initiative of the Turkic Council that highlights the richness of our heritage, our common values, and our aspiration for the future within the Turkic world.”
Illustrative photo President of the United States Donald Trump announced the introduction of 25% tariffs for all countries that trade with Iran. “As of today, every country conducting transactions with the Islamic Republic of Iran will be required to pay a 25% tariff on all their business operations with the U.S.,” Trump wrote on his social media account Truth Social.
The head coach of the Madrid club "Real," Xabi Alonso, who has held his position for eight months, has decided to resign, as reported by the BBC. His place will be taken by Álvaro Arbeloa, who is 42 years old and with whom Alonso played both for the Spanish national team and at the English club "Liverpool." It is reported that "Real" suffered a defeat to its main rival, "Barcelona," in the final of the Spanish Super Cup on January 11. In the current
According to Donald Trump, starting January 12, all countries doing business with Iran will be burdened with a 25% tariff. He announced this through his social network Truth Social. “From this moment on, all countries that conduct transactions with the Islamic Republic of Iran will be required to pay a 25% tariff on all operations with the U.S. This order is final and not subject to appeal,” he stated.
Kubanychbek Omuraliev, serving as the Secretary General of the Turkic Council (TC), recently held a meeting with Rafael Mariano Grossi, who is the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The negotiations covered topics related to the peaceful use of nuclear energy, safety issues in the field of nuclear energy, as well as cooperation in the technical sphere and capacity development. The participants of the meeting emphasized the need for scientifically justified and
Patagonia, located in the south of Argentina, is facing severe wildfires during the peak tourist season. This is reported by BILD. The provinces of Chubut, Río Negro, and Santa Cruz are among the most affected: over the past few days, the fire has consumed more than 15,000 hectares of land. Currently, the evacuation has affected about 3,000 tourists.
Foreign media presented information about events that occurred in Ukraine and around the world over the past 24 hours, reflecting the current military actions in the country. Here are the key points. Ukrainian military near Konstantinovka in the Donetsk region. Photo by Reuters. President Volodymyr Zelensky submitted draft laws to the Verkhovna Rada concerning the extension of martial law and general mobilization. The existing martial law regime, which ends on February 3, may be extended for
In Iran, demonstrations in support of the authorities took place in Tehran and many other cities across the country. This was reported by the state television and radio company. Participants in the rallies chanted slogans in defense of the Iranian government and condemned recent acts of terrorism committed by protesters.
During a press interaction aboard his plane, Trump emphasized that Greenland is essentially protected by "just two dog sleds." “Greenland needs to make a deal because it doesn’t want Russia or China to gain control,” the president stated, adding that the United States should "take" the island. Otherwise, other powers may intervene. “As long as I am president, that won’t happen,” he noted.
According to reports from Russian media, the problem that arises in freezing temperatures is related to the electric actuator of the door lock. Moisture penetrates the mechanism and freezes at low temperatures, causing the lock and handle to stop functioning. This issue most often pertains specifically to the driver's door. Sometimes, to open the door, drivers use the duplicate button of the central locking system or the window lifter, if the electronics still respond to commands. However,
The screenshot that Trump posted looks like a biographical reference and claims that since January 2026, he has allegedly been serving as the acting president of Venezuela while remaining the president of the United States. Trump also recalled the events that took place in early January 2026, when the U.S. carried out an operation against Venezuela. As claimed by the American side, as a result of this operation, President Nicolás Maduro and his wife were detained in Caracas. It later became
The incident occurred in the northwestern part of Estonia, in the area of Kohtla-Järve. According to local news sources, at the time the ice blocks fell, there were tourists on the observation deck, including children. In a video published online, large chunks of ice can be seen crashing down from a height onto the area where people were located. Fortunately, the tourists managed to move away from the dangerous spot in time. Preliminary information indicates that no one was injured.
On social media platforms, a funny moment from Kazakhstan is actively being discussed, where a red fox is desperately trying to steal a cart with a local fisherman's catch. In the video, the predator can be seen stubbornly pulling the cart, ignoring the presence of a person nearby. The author of the video clarified that the filming took place in the vicinity of Astana.
On the night of January 11 to 12, the price of a troy ounce of gold reached nearly $4600, according to media reports. According to DW, since the beginning of the current year, gold has increased in price by about six percent. In 2025, this precious metal became one of the most popular assets, rising in price by 65 percent — the highest growth since 1979. Silver, during the same period, increased in price by almost 150 percent.
Since the beginning of the current epidemic season, 2,871,266 cases of ARVI have been recorded in Kazakhstan, as reported by the Committee for Sanitary and Epidemiological Control of the Ministry of Health. Compared to the same period of the previous epidemic season, there is a 6% decrease in morbidity. Over the past week, 54,141 cases of ARVI were registered, which is 13% less than the previous week, noted the specialists of the department.
An international team of scientists has conducted a study showing that a glacier at an altitude of about 5,810 meters, located on the ice cap of Kon-Chukur-Bashi, is increasing in size, while most glaciers on the planet are shrinking due to climate change. This was reported by the international popular science magazine Popular Mechanics. During the expedition, the scientists extracted two ice cores, each over 100 meters long. One of the samples was sent to the underground storage of the Ice
Abbas Araghchi According to Araghchi, the nationwide protests in Iran are now "completely controlled." Moreover, the minister pointed to substantial evidence indicating the involvement of the USA and Israel in the recent terrorist acts on Iranian territory, as reported by Iran International. “We have numerous documents and evidence of the participation of the USA and Israel in the terrorist acts of recent days in Iran,” he emphasized. The minister also mentioned the words of former