A woman, in the late stages of pregnancy, was hospitalized with a blood alcohol level of nearly three promille. This significant amount led to the birth of a child in a state of intoxication, as reported by the Polish newspaper Fakt.
The ceremony for the winners of the 83rd Golden Globe Awards took place in Los Angeles. The best dramatic film was "Hamnet," while the best comedy was "Battle for Battle." The Golden Globe is a key step on the way to the Oscar. List of winners:
The ceremony for the winners of the 83rd Golden Globe Awards took place in Los Angeles. The drama "Hamnet," based on the novel by Maggie O'Farrell and telling the story of William Shakespeare's son, was awarded the title of Best Dramatic Film. In turn, the comedy "Battle for Battle" won the award for Best Motion Picture in the Musical or Comedy category. As reported by the BBC Russian Service, this competition is considered an important step on the way to the
Adobe Stock The UK Ministry of Defence has announced the launch of a competition to create a new ground-based ballistic missile for Ukraine, named Nightfall. The missile is expected to be equipped with a warhead weighing 200 kg and will be capable of hitting targets at a distance of over 500 km. It is planned to produce up to 10 such missiles each month, with each costing up to £800,000 (approximately $1.1 million). UK Defence Secretary Jon Healey stated: “We are committed to providing the
A unique initiative has started in Berlin: local residents and organizations will be offered about 4 million kilograms of potatoes for free, as reported by the Kazinform portal citing DW. The organizers of the campaign are the Berliner Morgenpost newspaper and the company Ecosia, which calculated that the weight of the vegetables is equivalent to that of approximately 800 adult elephants.
On Sunday, an incident occurred in the Andaman Sea, near Phuket, involving a sightseeing boat that collided with a fishing vessel. As a result of the accident, 23 tourists were injured, according to the Kazinform agency, citing information from TASS. According to data published by the Thairath newspaper, among the injured is an 18-year-old Russian tourist who has been confirmed as a victim of the crash.
Protests on the streets of Iran. Photo UGC. According to the human rights network HRANA, based in the USA, the total number of deaths resulting from anti-government protests in Iran currently stands at 538 people. This information was announced on January 11, while earlier reports indicated 203 victims, as noted by DW. Since January 8, Iranian authorities have completely blocked the internet, significantly limiting access to information from the country. The blockage has lasted for over 70
The conflict in Ukraine has become a catalyst for changes in the military sphere, destroying conventional notions of combat. Classic strategies, such as tank wedges, have given way to modern methods based on the use of drones and digital systems. In the near future, we can expect even more significant transformations: the armies of the world are forced to adapt to conditions that previously seemed impossible. The beginning of the special military operation (SMO) in Ukraine was marked by
Trump noted that in exchange for support, Cuba provided security services to the last two Venezuelan dictator leaders, but this situation is no longer relevant. According to him, Venezuela no longer needs protection from "bandits and extortionists" who have held it hostage for a long time, as the U.S. Army will now stand up for its defense. “No oil and financial resources will go to Cuba anymore — zero! I strongly recommend they make a deal before it’s too late,” Trump stated on the
Reza Pahlavi “A lot of time has passed, but I will soon be in Iran,” Reza Pahlavi stated in an interview on Fox News. He also expressed his readiness to take on the leadership of a transitional regime in the event of a change of power in the country. Reza Pahlavi is the son of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the Iranian Shah who was overthrown in 1979 during the Islamic Revolution. At that time, 19-year-old Reza was studying in the United States to become a military pilot and has since lived on
According to information from RIA Novosti, citing the Guardian, Google has decided to remove some medical reviews created using artificial intelligence (AI). This decision was made following the identification of cases of misinformation about health that could pose risks to users' lives. The publication notes that "after an investigation by the Guardian, which found that people could be at risk due to misleading information, Google removed a number of its medical reviews prepared
According to a report from state television, "the government of Iran declares a three-day mourning period in honor of the martyrs who died in the struggle against the United States and the Zionist regime." Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian urged all citizens to participate in the national resistance march and condemn violence, emphasizing that he will not allow rebels to destroy the country. He also accused the U.S. and Israel of organizing mass protests. The protests in Iran began
As a result of abnormally high temperatures in the Australian state of Victoria, wildfires have destroyed more than 300 thousand hectares of forest. According to the Guardian, the situation may remain critical for several more weeks. According to the latest data, one person has died as a result of the fires, and hundreds of residents have been left homeless. In response to the disaster, the federal government of Australia, together with the government of Victoria, has allocated 19.5 million
In the past 24 hours, foreign media and news agencies have provided information about events in Ukraine and the world against the backdrop of the ongoing military conflict. Here are the main points. A heating tent in Kyiv. Photo by Andriy Dubchak / Frontliner / Getty Images. The DTEK company, operating in Ukraine's energy sector, reported multiple "localized outages" in Kyiv's power grids caused by damage to critical infrastructure amid freezing weather. Ukrainian President
According to the press service of the Hydrometeorological Center of Russia, the snowfall that hit Moscow on January 9 became one of the strongest in the history of weather observations. The press service noted. The VDNH meteorological station recorded that over the course of a day, the capital received 21.4 mm of precipitation, which corresponds to almost 40% of the monthly norm. Stronger snowfalls were observed only a few times during the winter months: February 4, 2018 (24.2 mm), December 14,
According to CNN, the reason for the mass protests was the killing of 37-year-old Rene Good in Minneapolis on January 7. On that day, an ICE officer shot the woman, who was unarmed. The next incident occurred the following day in Portland, where a border agent opened fire on a vehicle, injuring two people. Protests in Minneapolis began immediately after news of Rene Good's death. On January 10, according to CNN, tens of thousands of people took to the streets. Demonstrations also took
According to The Wall Street Journal, Israel and the Palestinian organization Hamas are on the verge of resuming military actions in the Gaza Strip. The Israeli military leadership is developing a strategy for a new ground operation, as Hamas refuses to comply with disarmament conditions, jeopardizing the peace plan proposed by the Donald Trump administration. The publication reports that Hamas is actively rebuilding its military capabilities, including repairing damaged tunnels. Additionally,
According to information provided by The New York Times, among the proposed options are strikes on civilian targets in Tehran, although specific targets have not yet been identified. Sources note that Trump has not yet made a final decision, but is "carefully considering" the possibility of new attacks. One high-profile military official noted that if such a decision is made, commanders in the region will need time to prepare and strengthen the positions of American forces in response
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Donald Trump continue to develop a trusting relationship, and a new meeting is expected in the coming days. This was stated by Julie Staaf, the newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to Kazakhstan. During her recent conversation with Tokayev, she noted that key aspects of further strengthening bilateral ties between Kazakhstan and the United States were discussed.
The brightness of the auroras reached latitudes of about 50 degrees, with the most intense manifestations observed from 1:00 to 3:00 Moscow time, reaching a level of 10 on the intensity scale. However, many regions faced poor weather conditions, which limited visibility of this natural phenomenon. The most favorable conditions for observation were in the Kemerovo and Chelyabinsk regions, as well as in the Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug, partially in the Murmansk region, and over a significant
The Nobel Committee stated in its announcement that once the Nobel Prize is awarded, it cannot be revoked, divided, or transferred to others. "The decision is final and remains in effect permanently," emphasized the committee representatives. This clarification was a response to the statements made by Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, who received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2025. She had previously expressed her willingness to share the award with U.S. President Donald
In his post on the Truth Social platform, Trump noted: "Iran is striving for freedom, perhaps like never before. The U.S. is ready to help!!!" However, he did not specify what steps Washington might take. On January 9, the president also warned Iranian authorities of possible consequences if they open fire on protesters. He stated that if force is used, the U.S. may intervene.
According to Radan, "important arrests of key participants in the riots were made last night (January 10), and, if it is God's will, they will be punished after all necessary legal procedures are completed." The Iranian state television and radio company IRIB also published video recordings of the arrests of protesters in the cities of Shiraz and Mazandaran. However, the names of those arrested are not disclosed. According to Tasnim, citing sources in law enforcement, at least
In his video address posted on the social network X (Twitter), Pehlavi called on workers in the transport sector, as well as the oil, gas, and energy industries, to stop their activities. He also urged Iranians to take to the streets on January 10 and 11 at 6:00 PM with national flags. In his opinion, the goals of the protests have changed.
Illustrative image In the Ministry of Internal Affairs' Correctional System, it was reported that judges reviewed nearly 16,000 applications. Cases of convicted individuals registered with probation services were also analyzed, resulting in approximately 2,900 people being released, and about 7,600 convicted individuals having their sentences reduced. As noted by the Ministry of Internal Affairs' Correctional System, the amnesty primarily affected socially vulnerable groups,
The announcement of Vorontsova's appointment appeared on the official website of the Faculty of Fundamental Medicine at Lomonosov Moscow State University. The press release also mentions other personnel appointments: Konstantin Kulebyakin has become the Deputy Director for Science, and Maxim Domashenko has taken the position of Deputy Director responsible for clinical work at the University Clinic of the MNOI. The creation of the MNOI took place in November 2023 by decision of the Academic
The Iranian army has announced its readiness to engage in forceful actions against the mass protests that have engulfed the country. This was reported by The Wall Street Journal. The military emphasized that their goal is to "reliably protect national interests, strategic infrastructure, and state property," while placing the blame for the events on Israel and "terrorist groups." Previously, only the police and paramilitary formations were involved in the suppression of
According to Malwarebytes data, hackers were able to gain access to usernames, addresses, phone numbers, emails, and other personal information. Information about this leak was made public on the social network X. As reported by NotebookCheck, experts link the incident to a hacker known by the pseudonym Solonik. On January 7, 2026, the stolen data was posted on the BreachForums forum, which opened access to it for other cybercriminals.
According to the newspaper's data, the options proposed to Trump include strikes on civilian targets in Tehran, although more detailed information on specific targets has not been provided. According to sources from The New York Times, Trump has not yet made a final decision, but he is "carefully considering the possibility" of carrying out a new strike. One high-ranking military official noted that before any potential attack, commanders in the region would need to strengthen
According to the publication Hurriyet, seven people were detained during the operation, including actresses Selen Gergüzel and Ayşe Sağlam, as well as club owners and their managers, along with media representatives. Earlier, there were reports that Can Yaman might be using drugs; however, at that time, the prosecutor's office had not issued a warrant for his arrest. Nevertheless, after a search conducted by the gendarmerie at one of the clubs, the actor was detained.
According to information published by GB News citing The Telegraph, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has initiated consultations with European allies regarding the potential deployment of military forces on an Arctic island. Currently, military planners are developing proposals for a possible NATO mission in Greenland, which has reportedly attracted Trump's attention as a potential territory for the U.S.
According to information published by Deutsche Welle, von der Leyen made her statement on January 10 on platform X. She emphasized that Europe condemns violence against legitimate protests and expresses solidarity with Iranians demanding freedom. In her publication, she noted: "The streets of Tehran and other cities around the world reflect the voices of Iranian women and men fighting for freedom - freedom of speech, assembly, movement, and, above all, the right to live freely." The
As reported by the South China Morning Post, the zoo, which has run out of pandas, has launched weekly tours where instead of real animals, workers dressed as pandas are present. Visitors can "feed" them, and at the end of the tour, each participant receives a special certificate. This unusual initiative has received mixed reactions online. Some users compared it to avant-garde theater, others noted its surreal quality, while some found the project both touching and sad, as it serves
As reported by the Daily Mail, Trump has instructed to prepare an invasion plan inspired by the recent success of the operation to detain Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. Hardline supporters in his circle, including political advisor Stephen Miller, emphasize the need for a swift capture of the island out of concern that Russia or China may show interest in Greenland. British diplomats express the opinion that Trump is seeking to distract voters from the economic situation in the U.S. ahead of
According to information from the Central Command of the U.S. Armed Forces, the military of the country, along with allies, carried out a series of attacks on the positions of the "Islamic State" (ISIS) in Syria. This was reported on the social network X. According to the statement, the operations "Hawk Strike" began on December 19, 2025, at the direction of President Donald Trump and were a response to an attack that occurred on December 13, 2025, which resulted in the
In Tehran, according to information from Time, 217 people have died as a result of gunfire directed at protesters. According to a source, the bodies of the deceased were found in six hospitals in the city, and most of them died from gunshot wounds. It is claimed that on January 9, the bodies were removed from medical facilities. According to the human rights organization HRANA, other information regarding the number of victims of the protests indicates 65 fatalities over two weeks, including
In an interview with Reuters, Bessent said: "We will free oil sales from sanctions. This could happen next week." He also reminded that Venezuelan assets worth $5 billion are still frozen. Additionally, the minister added that in the coming days he plans to meet with the leaders of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank to discuss the possible resumption of cooperation with Venezuela. Bessent emphasized that the frozen assets could be used to restore the country's
The press release from the committee emphasizes that "the facts are clear and well established." Once the Nobel Prize is awarded, it cannot be revoked, divided, or transferred to anyone else. The decision is final and remains forever. Previously, Maria Corina Machado, one of the leaders of the Venezuelan opposition, expressed her desire to share or divide her 2025 Nobel Peace Prize with Donald Trump, the President of the United States.
The U.S. Embassy in Caracas has published a warning in which the State Department strongly advises Americans to leave Venezuela immediately due to the deteriorating security situation. The message emphasizes that the situation in the country remains extremely unstable. In light of the resumption of international flights, U.S. citizens in Venezuela are advised to exit the country as soon as possible. They are also recommended to exercise particular caution and to closely monitor their
The event is expected to see the participation of representatives from member countries of the Turkic Council, international organizations, diplomatic missions, as well as members of the Turkic diaspora, highlighting the importance of cultural exchange. The Second Turkic Culture Week will continue the success of the first event held last year in Geneva and aims to strengthen cultural ties and expand international cooperation among Turkic states.
The Surface Water Ocean Topography (SWOT) satellite was in the right place at the right time when an earthquake with a magnitude of 8.8 struck off the coast of the Kamchatka Peninsula on July 29. This event became the sixth strongest earthquake recorded since 1900. Although scientists have previously described tsunamis as non-dispersive waves, SWOT data challenge this view. Instead of expecting the wave to move as a single form, the research showed that it breaks down into many different waves.
According to reports from Iran, the number of victims of the mass protests may have already exceeded 200. Time magazine cites data from a doctor in Tehran, while official information sources from the Iranian authorities are absent. Despite the internet access restrictions imposed in the country, video recordings from the protest sites continue to emerge, presumably transmitted via Starlink satellite communication. The footage captures large-scale riots in Tehran, where residential buildings and
On January 9, the publication Alpha News and the CNN channel released a video recording capturing the moment preceding the shooting that ended in tragedy. The deceased was 37-year-old Rene Nicole Good. According to information, the video was filmed by ICE agent Jonathan Ross, who opened fire. A representative of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security confirmed that the recording was indeed made by the agent himself.
At the CES 2026 exhibition, Boston Dynamics showcased its new commercial version of the humanoid robot Atlas. This robot is designed for use in warehouses and factories, and its design anticipates a return on investment within the first two years of operation. Developers noted that Atlas is intended for round-the-clock operation in the industrial sector. It is capable of autonomously changing batteries and replacing damaged parts, which minimizes downtime. Moreover, if the robot detects a
As a result of the heavy snowfall that hit Moscow, the airports "Sheremetyevo," "Domodedovo," "Vnukovo," and "Zhukovsky" were forced to make changes to their schedules. This was reported by the Ministry of Transport of Russia. According to the agency, since the beginning of the current day, Moscow airports have serviced 603 flights, including 214 at "Sheremetyevo." During this time, the country's largest airport did not accept flights from
Global events in 2025 were marked by large-scale protests and even coups. Youth protests demanded action against corruption, improved living standards, and changes to long-standing regimes. Some movements achieved success, while others faced severe repression. In several countries, protests temporarily subsided, but there are concerns that they may flare up again. The editorial team of Kaktus.media presents an overview of key events in 2025 related to protests and coups. Nepal: Generation Z
During a meeting with representatives of the largest oil companies at the White House, Trump stated that while he respects Denmark and considers it a friendly country, that does not mean it has the right to Greenland due to the historical fact of a ship landing there 500 years ago. "I’m sure our ships have been there too," he added. According to the president, in order to ensure U.S. national security, it is necessary not just to lease but to actually own the island. "The
Illustrative photo In Russia, authorities plan to introduce measures of accountability for labor migrants who do not undergo mandatory medical examinations. This became known from a statement by the Chairman of the State Duma Vyacheslav Volodin on his official channel. According to the new rules, the deadline for foreign citizens arriving in the country for more than three months to undergo a medical examination will be reduced from 90 to 30 days. Doctors will be required to report examination