EBRD allocates up to $20 million for a new partner bank in Mongolia. Golomt Bank will direct funds to support women and youth in entrepreneurship.
In Barnham, traces of burned earth were recorded, from which a hearth was formed, as well as temperature-fractured flint tools and two pieces of pyrite—a mineral used to create sparks. As CNN emphasizes, these findings indicate that "ancient people, likely Neanderthals, possessed the skills to start and maintain fire." Nick Ashton, curator of the Paleolithic collections at the British Museum, noted that "this site, dating back 400,000 years, is evidence of the earliest attempts
On the morning of December 12, a solar prominence of significant size detached from the star. This was reported by specialists from the Solar Astronomy Laboratory at the Institute of Space Research and the Institute of Solar-Terrestrial Physics of the Russian Academy of Sciences. According to the scientists, the process of solar plasma separation lasted about a day and began around noon the day before. Astronomers noted that it took approximately 24 hours to "untangle" the complex
The ceremony took place at the "Salt Lake" stadium, where a 20-meter statue depicting Messi holding the World Cup was installed. The footballer participated in the event via video link, which, according to media reports, was due to security measures.
The court's decision came two days after the arrest of the 62-year-old politician and was made during a virtual hearing by the judge on Friday. Luis Arce, who leads the "Movement for Socialism" party, was elected president of Bolivia in 2020 but resigned just a month ago after a right-wing opponent won the elections for the first time in nearly two decades. Arce is accused of abuse of power and financial misconduct, which he vehemently denies.
On the morning of December 13, Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced the intention to continue military actions against Cambodia. This statement followed a message from U.S. President Donald Trump, who claimed that a ceasefire agreement had been reached between the parties with his mediation. In his Facebook post, Charnvirakul noted that military operations would not cease until the existing security threat to Thailand was eliminated.
During the meeting, Erdogan noted that the conversation with Putin took place in a constructive atmosphere. According to him, the parties had a "successful, fruitful, and comprehensive discussion." He also invited Putin to visit Turkey at a convenient time for him, and they agreed on the necessity of a meeting soon. Putin, as Erdogan noted, accepted this invitation. The Turkish side hopes for a quick visit from the Russian president. Furthermore, Erdogan emphasized that the relations
Italy, Bulgaria, and Malta have voiced their position jointly with Belgium, urging the European Union to seek alternative ways to implement the reparations loan to Ukraine amounting to 210 billion euros, which is proposed to be financed through frozen Russian assets. This became known from a joint statement by the four countries published on the Euractiv website. In this document, support for the idea of an indefinite freeze on Russian reserves is noted; however, the states emphasize that this
According to Science Alert, the reason people wake up before their alarm goes off lies in the functioning of their biological clocks. This phenomenon is not random. The suprachiasmatic nucleus of the brain, known as the body's "master clock," is responsible for the sleep-wake cycle. This area regulates circadian rhythms—a 24-hour biological cycle that affects sleep, body temperature, appetite, and digestive processes.
According to meteorologists' forecasts, unfavorable conditions are expected, which represent a combination of various weather factors such as calm, light winds, fog, and temperature inversion. These conditions contribute to the accumulation of harmful substances in the lower layers of the atmosphere. Due to the deterioration of air quality, residents of Almaty are strongly advised to limit their time outdoors, especially near roads and other sources of pollution. People with chronic
“We will continue military operations until we feel that our country and people are no longer under threat,” the Prime Minister noted, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation. Tensions in the border areas between the two countries have increased since last weekend. On December 8, Thailand accused Cambodia of striking civilian facilities in Buriram Province, after which there was an exchange of fire at the border.
As reported by CNN, Trump made this statement during a ceremony honoring American hockey players who managed to defeat the Soviet team in 1980, despite all predictions. According to him, "this is a similar situation," commenting on the current situation in Ukraine.
Stephen Witkoff, special envoy of U.S. President Donald Trump, along with advisor and son-in-law Jared Kushner, will hold meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and European leaders in Berlin. This information was reported by Deutsche Welle, citing material from The Wall Street Journal. Negotiations are scheduled for December 14 and 15. Witkoff is expected to meet with representatives from countries such as Germany, France, and the United Kingdom. This information was later
// gazeta.uz The court of the Yakkasaray district established that the group members organized more than 30 illegal liver and kidney transplant operations. The sentences for the convicted ranged from suspended sentences to 10 years of imprisonment. According to law enforcement agencies, 12 individuals living in Tashkent and other regions such as Fergana, Bukhara, and Kashkadarya were detained in September. It was found that they used social networks to find patients with organ diseases and
According to information from The Guardian, the arrest was confirmed by Narghiz's brother, Mehdi, who was at the memorial service. One of her team members, who wished to remain anonymous, suggested that the detention might be related to her statements in Mashhad after the death of Alikordi, which activists consider "suspicious." According to information from Mohammadi's family, law enforcement used tear gas and violence to disperse those gathered at the ceremony. The husband
As reported on Friday, December 12, by the Danish presidency of the European Union, the member states of the European Union, including Germany, voted by a majority to impose a permanent ban on the return of Russian funds frozen in the EU. This measure will create a legal basis for using Russian state assets in the interest of Ukraine and will eliminate the possibility that some EU countries, such as Hungary or Slovakia, could block sanction decisions to unblock these assets. Currently, the
In her interview with Politico, Ursula von der Leyen spoke about the conflict in Ukraine and commented on recent remarks by Donald Trump, who characterized Europe as a "decaying" group of countries with "weak" leaders. Von der Leyen reaffirmed her commitment to transatlantic relations, noting that throughout her career she has developed good working relationships with U.S. presidents, which remains relevant today.
On December 12, the Chairperson of the Senate of the Oliy Majlis of Uzbekistan, Tanzila Narbaeva, held a meeting with a delegation of the Parliamentary Assembly of Turkic-speaking States (TURKPA), headed by Secretary General and Ambassador Ramil Hasan. During the meeting, Narbaeva congratulated Ramil Hasan on his recent election as Secretary General of TURKPA and expressed hopes for his successful work. She emphasized the importance of his contribution to the development of the organization,
According to Zelensky, Kyiv has presented an updated version of the peace plan for the U.S., which includes not one, but multiple documents, many of which need further refinement. He noted that the Trump administration expects to have a complete understanding of the state of the plan by Christmas. However, questions regarding territories remain open.
// Tengrinews As a result of the incident, the injured were urgently transported to the hospital, where they are receiving necessary medical assistance. The explosion also caused a fire that spread over an area of about 300 square meters. Rescue services successfully extinguished the fire and continue to clear the debris formed after the roof collapsed over an area of about 200 square meters. Currently, an inspection of the damaged structures is underway, and measures are being taken to
As of December 1, there are 461 pensioners aged 100 and older registered in the country. Notably, among the centenarians, women significantly outnumber men — they make up nearly 75% of the total, corresponding to 330 women, while there are only 131 men who have reached the age of 100. The distribution of centenarians across the regions of Uzbekistan is uneven. The highest number of pensioners over 100 years old resides in the southern regions. Kashkadarya region ranks first with 73
This decision was made in the context of active negotiations ahead of the EU summit scheduled for December 18–19 in Brussels. In response to this move, the Russian Central Bank filed a lawsuit against Euroclear, an organization managing assets worth 185 billion euros. However, the European Commission dismissed the lawsuit, calling it "unfounded" and "speculative".
Illustrative photo According to the Ministry of Defense, the destroyed UAVs were shot down in various regions of the country: 28 UAVs – in the Saratov region; 4 UAVs – in the Voronezh region; 4 UAVs – in the Rostov region; 2 UAVs – in the Belgorod region; 2 UAVs – in Crimea; 1 UAV – in the Volgograd region.
Illustrative photo The governor noted that as a result of the attack, several apartments in a residential building were damaged. “Two people died. I express my condolences to their relatives and loved ones. We will provide the necessary support,” he added. Emergency response services are working at the scene to eliminate the consequences. Affected residents will receive financial assistance, and a temporary accommodation point has been opened. It is planned that the main restoration work will
This statement was made by the President of Kazakhstan at a forum in Turkmenistan Tokayev's speech took place at a forum dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust, as well as the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's status of permanent neutrality. The text of his speech was posted on the official website of the Turkmen president.
During the night events, explosions were recorded in Odessa and Podolsk, as well as in Mykolaiv, Kirovohrad, and Dnipropetrovsk. It is known that in some areas, including Odessa and parts of Mykolaiv region, there were interruptions in electricity supply. Throughout the night, air raid alerts were in effect across Ukraine. Russian authorities claim that the strikes are aimed at military and infrastructure facilities related to combat operations and assure that residential buildings and social
Trump noted that despite the complexity of the situation, many are interested in the successful implementation of this idea. "It's a very complicated situation, but it will work, and many people want it to work," he added. According to the publication Politico, which cites its sources in Kyiv, the Ukrainian response to the proposed U.S. peace plan includes a provision for the creation of a demilitarized "free economic zone" in Donbas. The Financial Times, in turn,
The Minister emphasized the importance of rethinking wastewater not as polluted liquid, but as a sustainable resource for ensuring industry and food supply in drought conditions. He urged other countries to store and reuse wastewater, citing data from his ministry. Minister of Environment and Climate Change Batbaatar Bat In his speech, Batbaatar also reported that Mongolia plans, in the future as the chair of the 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the UN Convention to
The solar system is traditionally divided into groups based on composition: four rocky planets (Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars), two gas giants (Jupiter and Saturn), and two ice giants (Uranus and Neptune). However, new research suggests that Uranus and Neptune may have a much rockier structure than previously thought. The study does not claim that these planets are necessarily rich in rocks or water. Rather, it emphasizes that the existing notion of an icy core as the only possible model is
From January to November 2025, average global temperatures were 1.48 degrees higher than pre-industrial levels. Similar anomalies were observed in 2023, which became the second hottest year after 2024. World leaders have expressed their intention to limit the rise in global temperatures to within 1.5 degrees Celsius compared to pre-industrial levels by the end of the century. Scientists consider this value as an average over a thirty-year period, which gives hope for achieving the set goal,
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The Chinese authorities are concerned about user safety and have reported a potential threat associated with power banks that do not have screens. According to ITHome, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the country has developed a draft ban on the sale of such devices. Experts believe that having a screen and a special application will help users monitor the technical parameters of batteries and identify possible malfunctions.
Prime Minister of Thailand Anutin Charnvirakul Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul stated, as reported by The Guardian, that the parliament has been dissolved, citing the need to return power to the citizens. The government spokesperson explained that this decision is related to disagreements with the largest opposition force—the People's Party. "We cannot move forward in parliament," he emphasized in an interview with Reuters. The King of Thailand, Maha Vajiralongkorn, confirmed
During these days, strong winds are also expected, especially in the western, northern, and central parts of the country, where gusts may reach 30 m/s or more.
Against the backdrop of ongoing clashes at the border with Cambodia, the Prime Minister of Thailand has decided to dissolve the parliament in preparation for new elections scheduled for early next year. This was reported by Kazinform, citing Euronews. The decision to dissolve was made by Anutin Charnvirakul after receiving the consent of King Maha Vajiralongkorn.
Illustrative photo The meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Serdar Berdymukhamedov took place in Ashgabat. This was reported by the Kremlin. The negotiations followed a plenary session of the international forum "Peace and Trust: Unity of Goals for a Sustainable Future."
President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev spoke at the International Forum, which emphasized the Year of Peace and Trust, as well as the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality, according to information from Akorda. Tokayev began his speech by congratulating the National Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdymukhamedov and President Serdar Berdymukhamedov on this important anniversary, noting the significance of Turkmenistan's neutrality for ensuring stability in
Illustrative photo According to the French publication Le Monde, Ukraine is ready to consider the possibility of withdrawing its troops from Donbas. In an interview with Mykhailo Podolyak, an advisor to the president, the newspaper stated that Kyiv is taking steps towards negotiations with Russia and the USA, coordinating the creation of a demilitarized zone in the region. It is reported that this decision has already received support from European countries. At the same time, Podolyak noted
On December 10, the Prime Minister of Mongolia, Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai, met with Jaap van Heerden, the UN Resident Coordinator. During the discussion, participants raised issues related to accelerating the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals and preparations for the 17th Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention to Combat Desertification, scheduled for August 2026 in Mongolia. Oyun-Erdene emphasized that the government of Mongolia highly values its cooperation with the UN
During a press conference on December 11, Zelensky answered journalists' questions, discussing the peace plan prepared by the United States in the context of the situation in Donbas and at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, which remain contentious issues. The President noted that the plan includes the withdrawal of Russian troops from the Kharkiv, Sumy, and Dnipropetrovsk regions. However, the Russian side claims that it has no intention of leaving the Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, and, in
Next year, the Second Central Hospital of Mongolia plans to launch a kidney transplantation program from living donors. With the support of President Khurelsukh Ukhna, a new Organ Transplantation Center has been established at the institution, equipped with modern equipment for performing laparoscopic and microsurgical operations, as well as for anesthesiology and laboratory research. Since March of this year, the team of doctors and surgeons has already performed liver transplants from living
The reason lies in the storage of Russian citizens' data abroad According to the deputies of the State Duma, the operation of all Google services may be threatened in Russia due to the existing law regarding the storage of personal data. Deputy Andrey Svintsov noted in an interview with "Gazeta.ru" that the company stores information about Russian citizens outside the country, which creates a "serious threat." The list of services subject to restrictions includes the
The agreement signed by representatives of both countries allows citizens holding the appropriate passports to enter, exit, and transit through the territory of the other country without a visa for up to 30 days. This agreement will remain in effect indefinitely unless one of the parties notifies the other of its termination 90 days in advance. Both countries expressed hope for strengthening economic and diplomatic relations. Mongolia also noted its interest in expanding the visa-free regime
In the previous fiscal year, the administration of President Donald Trump allocated about $2 billion from the Pentagon budget to combat illegal immigration. In the current fiscal year, which began on October 1, a significant increase in these expenses is expected. This data was presented in a joint report by a group of Democratic congressmen from both chambers of Congress, published on Thursday, TASS reports.
Volodymyr Zelensky Volodymyr Zelensky, the President of Ukraine, has proposed a ceasefire during the presidential elections in the country. This initiative is supported by the United States, which Zelensky mentioned during his online presentation on December 11 as part of the "coalition of the willing." A recording of this speech is available on his social media via the link. Zelensky noted that he is open to cooperation with President Trump in various formats. He emphasized that
The protesters gathered at Independence Square, known as the "Triangle of Power," numbered between 50,000 and 100,000 people. They demanded the resignation of the government, projecting slogans such as "Resignation" and "Mafia Out" onto the parliament building. Support for the protesters came from President Rumen Radev, who also called for the government's resignation.
Overchuk emphasized that the signing of the free trade agreement with the UAE and the temporary agreement with Mongolia has become an important milestone during Belarus's presidency in the EAEU bodies in 2025. “Currently, work is underway to bring these agreements into force, and the ratification process has already begun in the participating countries. We are also starting joint steps to implement these agreements,” he added.
As part of the 22nd tournament, managed by coaches Zh. Otgonbayar and A. Bat-Ochir, the team from Mongolia, consisting of seven boxers, managed to win two silver and two bronze medals. The silver medals were won by T. Enkhtur (67 kg) and D. Ganbold (60 kg), while the bronze awards went to B. Misheeltu (71 kg) and O. Togodor (80 kg).