Illustrative photo Eric Adams, the Mayor of New York, humorously suggested that residents spend the weekend at home in light of the heavy snowfall that hit the city on Saturday. “Stay home. It’s a great time to have a baby,” he said in an interview on ABC.
According to information provided by the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the sanctions target 10 U.S. citizens and 20 defense companies involved in arms supplies to Taiwan, reports DW. In the Chinese foreign ministry, it was emphasized that such supplies "undermine the sovereignty and territorial integrity" of the country, which is why the measures were initiated without delay.
A mass accident, which resulted in the deaths of two people and injuries to 26 others, occurred at a "blind" turn when a truck lost control. This led to other vehicles colliding with it, ultimately causing a fire.
The meeting between Putin and Nazarbayev was a continuation of their dialogue, which began during previous meetings, the last of which took place on May 29, 2025. It is also noted that exactly a year ago, Nazarbayev was received by Putin at his residence in Novo-Ogaryovo, near Moscow.
This week’s review focuses on practical measures aimed at addressing common urban issues such as housing affordability, long-term sustainability, and the significance of cultural and material innovations in urban planning. The selection includes regulations concerning housing markets in European cities, multi-family housing projects and mixed-income developments in New York, as well as major redevelopment and planning initiatives in London, Barcelona, Ulaanbaatar, and Drammen. It also examines
Vilnius notified the UN Secretary-General on December 27, after which the established deadline for withdrawal from the convention expired. This convention prohibits not only the use but also the production and stockpiling of anti-personnel mines. It was previously reported that Lithuania and Finland intend to organize their own production of anti-personnel mines in the coming years. This production is planned for both domestic needs and supplies to Ukraine. The Lithuanian authorities have also
In the Pucheng County, located in the northwest of China, the first flight of the heavy unmanned aerial vehicle "Jiutian" (Jiutian SS-UAV) has been successfully carried out. This information was reported by Chinese state media. This UAV has a wingspan of 25 meters and can take off with a maximum weight of 16 tons, while its payload capacity is up to six tons. "Jiutian" is designed to launch more than a hundred drones or small-sized missiles. Its maximum flight range reaches
In connection with the government's adopted resolution, a Concept for popularizing significant dates has been approved. This reform will affect more than 50 national holidays, giving each of them a unique character — musical attributes, corresponding songs, and decorations will be developed.
The UK government has announced the launch of a program that will provide young people who have completed school or college, aged up to 25, the opportunity to undergo a year of service in the army, navy, or air force without long-term commitments. The first applications will be accepted in the spring of 2026. At the initial stage, the program will be designed for 150 participants, with a subsequent increase to 1,000 places annually. Participants will not be involved in combat operations, and
The American non-governmental organization National Security Archive has published transcripts of dialogues between Vladimir Putin and George Bush that took place in the early 2000s, including in 2001, 2005, and 2008. These documents, which were previously classified, became available thanks to a court ruling. The National Security Archive was able to achieve their declassification by citing the Freedom of Information Act.
According to CBS News, the criminals arrived at the Seven-Eleven store in a black SUV. One of them smashed the display window with a sledgehammer and attached a metal cable to the ATM. After that, they attempted to drive away, causing damage to the store building. However, during their escape, the ATM broke free from the cable and remained in the roadway. It was later found abandoned on the road.
During the court proceedings, Judge Collin Lawrence Sequerah found Najib Razak guilty on four charges of embezzlement and 21 counts of money laundering, with the total amount exceeding 544 million dollars. This is the second major trial against Najib Razak on corruption charges; he was previously convicted in a similar case. The court established that the former prime minister was aware of all financial transactions, despite the defense's claims of "political donations" from
As part of a special program developed by the ministry, it is planned to train civil servants in working with AI. According to Madiyev, "currently, training covers 50,000 civil servants. In the future, courses on artificial intelligence will become mandatory for everyone, and without completing them, one will not be able to work in the civil service."
Illustrative photo Experts emphasize that the use of genetically modified pig organs can significantly reduce the risk of rejection in recipients. “The first transplant as part of clinical trials has already taken place, and the next one is scheduled for January,” the source reports.
It is expected that in the Tashkent, Samarkand, Jizzakh, and Syrdarya regions, rain may begin on December 30-31, while no precipitation is forecasted for December 29 and January 1. Night temperatures will range from 0 to 10° Celsius, while daytime temperatures will be between 5 and 18° Celsius. Karakalpakstan and the Khorezm region will face rain and snow on December 29-30, however, no precipitation is expected on December 31 and January 1. Night temperatures will fluctuate between -2 and -3°
The ban on the export of diesel fuel, marine fuel, and other types of gas oils has also been extended, except for those who are direct producers. These measures take effect the day after the official publication of the relevant resolutions.
The evening of December 23, 1975, marked the beginning of a long story of friendship and care. At that time, Rob and Diana were just 26 and 27 years old, and they were looking forward to the holiday when Ronnie appeared at their doorstep in Cardiff. The man, holding a garbage bag and a frozen chicken, was known to Rob from their joint attendance at Sunday school. He recalled that Ronnie was referred to as someone who needed kindness, as he was "a bit different from everyone else."
The investigation into the plane crash has been completed, which came as a surprise to Baku, as noted by Bayramov. He emphasized that the letter from Alexander Bastrykin, the head of the Investigative Committee of Russia, raised serious questions for Azerbaijan. “The content of the letter surprises Azerbaijan. Bastrykin announced the closure of the criminal case, which calls into question many aspects. In response, the relevant authorities of our country have already expressed their position.
In their statement, the participants of the meeting noted that the recognition of Somaliland could create a dangerous precedent that threatens international peace and security. The foreign ministers of Turkey, Egypt, and Djibouti reaffirmed their support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Somalia. In turn, the Saudi Arabian Foreign Ministry criticized Israel's actions, describing them as unilateral and inconsistent with international law. The Prime Minister of Somalia, Hamza
The sanctions list includes companies such as Northrop Grumman and Boeing's branch located in St. Louis. As a result of the imposed measures, their assets in China have been frozen, and local companies and citizens are prohibited from interacting with these enterprises. Furthermore, the aforementioned individuals have been banned from entering China. Recall that in early December, the USA greenlit the sale of military equipment to Taiwan worth $11.1 billion, which includes HIMARS rocket
Illustrative photo. The incident occurred in one of the apartments. The boy's mother, who was in the adjacent room, heard a loud explosion and rushed to her son, who had injured his hand. The child was urgently taken to the hospital, where he underwent surgery. According to medical information, the explosion damaged bone tissue and nerve fibers, which made it impossible to save the fingers. Additionally, the schoolboy was diagnosed with thermal burns to the face and right hand. His
NATO military aircraft were activated to monitor the flight of Russian strategic bombers in the neutral waters of the Barents and Norwegian Seas. According to information published by the British publication Mirror, Alliance fighters were sent into the air after Tu-95MS bombers from Russia flew near NATO countries' borders. This incident was perceived as a possible manifestation of pressure from Russia, and the article mentions concerns about threats to the northern regions of the United
Israel has become the first nation to officially recognize the independence of Somaliland — a region that has separated from Somalia. Gideon Saar, Israel's Foreign Minister, announced on the social network X the intention to establish "full diplomatic relations with the appointment of ambassadors and the opening of embassies" between the countries.
As part of this draft law, which has already been presented for public discussion, a ban is proposed on marital relations between first cousins, second cousins, and third cousins, as well as between uncles, aunts, and nieces/nephews. The only exceptions will be cases where there is no actual blood relation. Additionally, it is proposed to increase fines for repeated marriages with minors to 100 BRV, which amounts to over 41 million sums. There are also plans to double the duration of community
According to information from the White House, Donald Trump, the President of the United States, will meet with Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky in Palm Beach, Florida, on December 28. The meeting is scheduled for 3:00 PM local time, and press representatives are expected to be allowed to attend. Zelensky previously announced the upcoming negotiations and expressed his intention to present a new peace plan consisting of 20 points, developed by the Ukrainian side.
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Najib Razak was found guilty of money laundering and abuse of power in connection with the case involving significant embezzlements from the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) investment fund. According to Euronews, the court has imposed a prison sentence and a fine of 2.8 billion euros. This is not the first time the former prime minister has faced trial; he was previously convicted in another case related to the same fund and is currently serving his sentence.
The meeting is scheduled for 3:00 PM local time (02:00 Astana time), and journalists will be allowed to cover the events. Zelensky has previously shared new initiatives and now intends to present a peace plan consisting of 20 points developed by the Ukrainian side.
In an interview with Politico, Trump noted that a conversation with Putin could happen at any time convenient for the Russian president. "I am confident that everything will work out. I think negotiations with Putin will go well," he added. According to The Independent, Trump also reiterated his significance in the negotiation process between Kyiv and Moscow, stating that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will not be able to take steps without the consent of the United States.
The incident took place late Friday evening on the Kan-Etsu Expressway, which runs through the city of Minakami in Gunma Prefecture. According to law enforcement, the collision of two trucks was the cause of the accident. As a result of the collision, part of the road was blocked, and subsequent vehicles traveling on the snowy road were unable to stop in time. A total of 57 vehicles were involved in the collision. At the scene, a 77-year-old woman from Tokyo was killed, and another victim died
The meeting took place on December 26 in Astana as part of the official visit of the Secretary General of TURKPA. Ramil Hasan informed Erlan Koshanov about the current activities of the organization, the work of the International Secretariat, as well as about recent visits to Turkey, Kyrgyzstan, Hungary, Uzbekistan, and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Issues regarding TURKPA's participation in the 151st Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union in Geneva and the 23rd Autumn
Geological studies in Mongolia have revealed nomadic burial mounds known as khirgisuur, dating back 3000 years. At the Oyuut deposit in Mongolia, burial mounds related to the Bronze Age and the Middle Ages, approximately 3000 years old, belonging to the khirgisuur culture, have been identified. Research aimed at uncovering Mongolia's mineral resources unexpectedly opened new aspects of the region's nomadic history.
Recently, Aika, a well-known blogger in Kazakhstan, made her first official statement after the court suspended the execution of her sentence, reports Tengrinews.kz. According to her, many rumors have emerged around her name, some of which are not true or distorted.
The Department for the Investigation of Transport Incidents under the Ministry of Transport of Kazakhstan has presented an interim report on the progress of the investigation into the incident involving the Embraer 190 4K-AZ65 aircraft of Azerbaijan Airlines. In this report, it is stated that at the time of its preparation, the commission had collected and analyzed data, including information about the crew members, air traffic controllers, as well as documents related to the preparation and
In the eastern and southeastern parts of the country, heavy snowfall is expected on December 27, while similar weather will affect the western regions on December 28. Additionally, fog is predicted across the entire territory of the republic. The air temperature will also change: in the northwest, north, and center, nighttime temperatures may drop to -10 to -18 degrees, while during the day they could rise to 0 to 8 degrees. In the east, nighttime temperatures are expected to be -15 to -20
The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) reported that it successfully launched a group of low-orbit internet satellites on Friday. The Long March 8A rocket lifted off at 07:26 from the Wenchang Space Launch Site located on Hainan Island. CASC noted that the launch went smoothly and was the 620th in the Long March series of launch vehicles.
Yoon Suk-yeol Prosecutors claim that Yoon Suk-yeol attempted to obstruct his arrest by barricading himself in the presidential residence in January 2025. Additionally, he is accused of violating the rights of nine government members who were not summoned to the meeting regarding the declaration of martial law. These charges were announced at the final hearing of the case, which is the first of four criminal trials related to the declaration of martial law in December 2024.
The President noted that nine years ago reaching the mark of $100 billion seemed like an extremely ambitious task. "Today, however, we can be proud that GDP has exceeded $145 billion for the first time. This reflects the great potential of our people," he remarked. Mirziyoyev also pointed to the "Uzbekistan – 2030" strategy, which set the goal of achieving a GDP of $160 billion by 2030. However, according to him, the current pace of reforms and business activity allows for
Mikhail Podolyak Podolyak emphasized that it is the Central Election Commission and the working group of the Verkhovna Rada that should calculate the financial costs for the elections. “It is not our task to provide funding for the elections. Given our budget deficit, this is impossible,” he noted. He added that the priority areas of the budget at the moment are focused on militarization and social programs aimed at supporting households affected by economic difficulties.
The operation against ISIS was confirmed by Trump on social media. He noted that he had previously warned the militants about the consequences of their actions related to attacks on the Christian population. "Tonight they learned that they will have to pay a high price," he wrote on the Truth Social platform. According to the president, the US under his leadership will continue the fight against radical Islamic terrorism. He also wished everyone a Merry Christmas, including
In addition, another scheme involved the employment of relatives of the CEO, which brought the family over a million dollars in two years. Another company sent young people to work on a farm owned by one of the executives, as well as at a winery owned by a board member.
Kim Jong Un expressed high appreciation for the results of the defense sector's work this year and outlined key tasks for the coming year. He noted that there is a "promising demand" for missile and artillery systems and emphasized the need to strengthen the technical base of related industries to enhance their production capabilities. Furthermore, the country's leader announced plans to create new enterprises in the defense industry, which will be discussed at the IX
The Ministry of Transport of Kazakhstan has published an interim report on the ongoing investigation into the crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) aircraft near Aktau. According to this document, damage was found on board that could have been caused by the striking elements of an explosive device, although their origin has not yet been established. The document also states that through-holes were found in the aircraft's hydraulic system, which could have been caused by metallic
Starting Friday, a significant part of Turkey will be under the influence of frosts known as "Siberian," which will lead to snowfall even in Istanbul, where a prolonged drought has been observed this year, reports RIA Novosti, citing local meteorologists. According to the latest forecasts, starting from December 26, cold and rainy weather is expected across the country. Snow and rain will be noted in the northern, central, and eastern regions. The perceived temperature will drop by
Global news agencies reported on events that occurred in Ukraine and beyond amid the ongoing conflict. Here is a brief overview of the key points. A New Year's tree in an apartment damaged by a drone strike in Zaporizhzhia. Photo by Dmytro Smolienko / Ukrinform / NurPhoto / Getty Images. During the night, Volgograd was targeted by Ukrainian drones, with about 20 explosions heard in the city, and around ten drones were destroyed. The Ukrainian armed forces reported a missile strike with
In New York State, on Long Island, a twelve-year-old boy displayed incredible courage and resourcefulness by preventing a robbery at his home. This situation, reminiscent of the famous movie "Home Alone," was highlighted in a publication by "Arguments and Facts," referencing the New York Post. When the incident occurred, the young hero was alone. He heard the sound of breaking glass and footsteps in the kitchen, which made him suspect that someone had entered the house.
According to Meduza, the Moscow City Court has granted the lawsuit of Polina Lurye, who purchased an apartment from Larisa Dolina, and annulled the rights of Dolina and her family to this residential property. In December, the Supreme Court of Russia confirmed Polina Lurye's ownership of the acquired property, which was sold by Larisa Dolina under the pressure of fraudsters.
At the Winter Paralympic Games, which will start on March 6, 2026, in Milan and Cortina (Italy), three athletes from Mongolia have received the opportunity to participate in cross-country skiing competitions. This was reported by the State Committee for Physical Culture and Sports. In particular, skiers GANBOLD Batmunkh and DASHDORJ Tsegmid will compete in the 10 and 20 kilometers distances, respectively, while SELENGE Adiyaamunkh will compete in the sprint for sit-skiers. Ganbold is one of