From Monday to Wednesday (November 3-5), rain is expected across the country, with snow in the foothills and mountainous areas, particularly heavy on November 4. Nighttime temperatures on November 4-5 will range from 0 to -3 degrees Celsius, with a possible drop to -5 in the northern regions. During the day, temperatures will be +5…+10 degrees.
Illustrative image According to estimates by Ukrainian military forces, air defense was able to shoot down or suppress one "Kinzhal" missile and 114 drones. In addition, strikes from missiles and 20 attack drones were recorded across 11 different locations.
According to information provided by the spokesperson of the Afghan Ministry of Public Health, Sharafat Zaman Amarkhail, via the social network X, the number of injured as a result of the recent earthquake in the north of the country amounted to 534, while the death toll exceeded 20. “In the earthquake that occurred in the provinces of Samangan and Balkh, more than 20 citizens died, and 534 were injured,” he reported.
The new law includes strict measures regarding the purchase, sale, and consumption of tobacco products. It also applies to tourists on the territory of the Maldives. It is worth noting that in 2022, New Zealand became the first country in the world to introduce a lifetime ban on the sale of tobacco to people born after 2008. However, less than two years later, this law was repealed due to the increase in the illegal tobacco market.
Starting Monday, a "high-risk" regime has been introduced in Austria due to the detection of the first cases of bird flu in the country. According to the ORF television channel, this information was provided by the Austrian Ministry of Health. This measure aims to minimize contact between domestic and wild birds to prevent the spread of the H5N1 virus among local poultry farms.
An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.3 occurred on November 3 at 01:29 local time, near the city of Mazar-i-Sharif. The U.S. Geological Survey reported that the epicenter was located at a depth of 28 km. The tremors were felt not only in Afghanistan but also in neighboring countries such as Pakistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Kazakhstan. Uzbek seismologists noted that at the epicenter, the earthquake's strength reached 7 points, while in Uzbekistan, the maximum strength was
The epicenter of the tremors was located in Afghanistan, approximately 236 kilometers southwest of Dushanbe, 80 kilometers from Shahritus (Khatlon region), and 322 kilometers from Penjikent (Sughd region). According to the Committee for Emergency Situations of Tajikistan, the magnitude of the earthquake that occurred on November 3 at 01:29 Dushanbe time was 6-7 points at the epicenter. In Dushanbe, the tremors were felt with a force of about 4 points, while in Penjikent, they were
In an interview with Franceinfo radio, Beko noted that this crime, although committed by petty offenders, is not typical for the usual criminal environment, but is also not linked to high levels of organized crime. Among those arrested in connection with the robbery are three men and one woman, all of whom are local residents living in the Saint-Denis area (a poor suburb in the north of Paris).
The strong impact caused gravel to collapse onto the bus, trapping some passengers inside. Rescue teams and excavators were deployed to extract the victims, and those in critical condition were sent to medical facilities in Hyderabad. According to preliminary data, the cause of the accident was speeding and loss of control over the vehicle by the truck driver. The Chief Minister of Telangana, K. Chandrashekar Rao, ordered the mobilization of all necessary services to assist the victims and
Around the world, nearly 90% of violent crimes against journalists go unpunished. This information was announced by UN Secretary-General António Guterres in his address marking the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists. According to UNESCO data, from August 2023 to May 2025, there were 163 registered killings of media personnel, of which 109 occurred in armed conflict situations. The highest number of victims was recorded in Gaza (46), Sudan (13), and Ukraine (8).
Illustrative photo Late in the evening on November 2, the bodies of three hostages were handed over to intermediaries representing the Red Cross, after which they were sent to Israel for examination. According to the Israel Defense Forces, the examination confirmed the authenticity of the remains, and they will now be handed over to the families for subsequent burial.
The escalation of the political situation in Tanzania following the recent presidential and parliamentary elections has raised deep concerns both in the European Union and the United Nations. The mass protests that followed the elections resulted in significant losses among the civilian population. According to international agencies, hundreds of people have died as a result of clashes with law enforcement, and estimates from AFP suggest that this number is between 700 and 800 casualties.
According to Lavless, among those detained are a 32-year-old Black British man and a 35-year-old man of Caribbean descent. He noted that there is currently no reason to believe that the incident was related to terrorism, and it is still too early to draw any conclusions about the motives. Details of the attack, which occurred on the evening of November 1, were also provided by the police: 10 people were taken to the hospital, and later another victim sought medical help on their own. Of the
The nuclear weapons tests reported by Donald Trump will be conducted without explosions. This information was confirmed by U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright in an interview on Fox News. The Secretary noted that these are "systematic tests, not nuclear explosions." He explained that they refer to so-called subcritical explosions.
According to a new law aimed at raising a "smoke-free" generation, as reported by The Guardian, the sale and consumption of tobacco products will be prohibited for all born after January 1, 2007. The law will come into effect on November 1, 2025. The initiator of this decision was President Mohamed Muizza. The Ministry of Health of the Maldives emphasized that the new law aims to protect citizens' health and prevent smoking-related diseases.
Paris prosecutor Laure Becco stated that the group responsible for the audacious robbery of the Louvre is not made up of professional thieves, but rather petty criminals living in the impoverished areas of the capital. This was reported by bbc.com. According to the prosecutor, the group that stole the jewels of the French monarchs in October has no connections to organized crime.
Image of the burial mask of Tutankhamun, created by drones, during the museum opening ceremony The museum includes about 100,000 exhibits covering seven millennia of Egyptian history—from the era of dynasties to the Greek and Roman periods. Special attention in the exhibition is given to items from the untouched tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun, which are presented together for the first time since the tomb's discovery in 1922. Previously, only 1,800 of the 5,500 finds were shown to the
Illustrative photo Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on his Telegram channel that Germany has transferred Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine. “We have strengthened the ‘Patriot’ component in our air defense system. I express my gratitude to Germany and Chancellor Friedrich Merz for this joint step,” Zelensky noted.
As a result of the earthquake, at least seven people have died, and around 150 have been injured. According to Haji Zaid, a representative from Balkh province, the tremors partially damaged the Blue Mosque in Mazar-i-Sharif, as reported by Reuters. The earthquake occurred at 01:29, 45 kilometers east-southeast of Mazar-i-Sharif, which has a population of about 303,000. The epicenter was located at a depth of 10 kilometers.
Trump, responding to questions from reporters aboard Air Force One, clearly stated that he is not considering the possibility of transferring this type of weapon to Kyiv, saying, "No, actually no." Earlier, CNN reported, citing sources in the US and Europe, that the Pentagon had allowed the possibility of transferring Tomahawk missiles, but the final decision rests with President Trump.
Early in the morning on November 3, an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.3 occurred near Mazar-i-Sharif in northern Afghanistan. According to preliminary data from local authorities, at least seven people have died, and around 150 have been injured, Reuters reports. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the epicenter was located at a depth of 28 km in an area where approximately 523,000 people live.
Illustrative photo A 250-kilogram aerial bomb was found in Estonia, near the village of Auvere. According to ERR, which refers to data from the rescue service, the discovery was made on the morning of November 2. A local resident reported it after stumbling upon the dangerous object while walking in the forest around 08:30.
Recent reports from foreign media and news agencies highlight events occurring in Ukraine and beyond, against the backdrop of ongoing military actions. Here are the main news items for the morning. Ukrainian artillerymen at a position near Pokrovsk. Photo: Anatolii Stepanov / Reuters / Scanpix / LETA. On the night of November 2, Ukrainian drones struck the seaport of Tuapse in the Krasnodar region. As a result of the incident, drone debris damaged an oil tanker, causing a fire on board, and the
On October 30, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs initiated an event aimed at developing a National Action Plan for the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 concerning women, peace, and security. This was reported on the ministry's Facebook page. This event was timed to coincide with the 80th anniversary of the United Nations and the 25th anniversary of the Resolution on women, peace, and security. It was aimed at demonstrating Mongolia's commitment to implementing this
In its official statement, the ADB specified that the creation of facilities with a capacity of 115 megawatts of solar panels and energy storage systems using batteries with a capacity of 65 megawatts/237 megawatt-hours is planned, which will be installed in the Western and Eastern energy systems of Mongolia. This will become one of the largest initiatives for renewable energy procurement in the country and the first auction dedicated to solar energy and storage systems. The project aims to
EBRD has allocated a loan of up to US$ 34.9 million for the establishment of a cardiac surgery hospital in Mongolia This is the final project under the "Green Cities" Action Plan in Ulaanbaatar
The East Asian Super League, which unites the leading basketball leagues in Asia, continues to proceed with great success. October 8, 2025, became a landmark day for Mongolian basketball: the Xac Broncos team, making their debut at the EASL Tip Off tournament, achieved victory over the Japanese club Alvark Tokyo with a score of 84-69. In their first home game of the EASL, held in Mongolia, the Xac Broncos demonstrated excellent play in Group C, improving their record to 2-0 after a convincing
Last year, Mongolia was subjected to a large-scale cyberattack organized by state-sponsored hackers from Russia (APT29) and the Chinese group RedDelta. From October 27 to 31, the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations and Communications of Mongolia, in collaboration with the British government, conducted a study to analyze cybersecurity risks. At the event, welcoming speeches were delivered by Sophie Worrall, Deputy Head of the British Embassy in Mongolia, and Kensuke Miyagi, Resident
From October 24 to 27, 2025, the 10th International Congress and Festival of Jew's Harp Music (IJHC/F) took place in Akane, Japan, located on Hokkaido. This event brought together the best folk musicians and researchers from over 50 countries to showcase their cultural heritage. The instrument known as the khööri or Jew's harp is a small but expressive musical instrument typically made of metal or bamboo that produces a characteristic "bong" sound when played. The IJHC/F
The reduction in tariffs affects households, which, according to the study, are categorized by electricity consumption: 45% of the 788 thousand households in the country use up to 150 kWh per month, 40% use from 150 to 300 kWh, and 15% exceed 300 kWh. At the government meeting on February 6, 2025, changes were made to the existing rules, extending the duration of the night discount. Previously, it was in effect from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM, but since February of last year, the time frame has been
This resource, being strategically important and scarce, significantly depends on imports to China. It plays a key role in new high-tech industries such as semiconductors and photovoltaic systems, making it indispensable for national competitiveness in high technology. Troy Minerals announced that it has received a mining permit for its "Tsagaan Zalaa" project in Mongolia and has begun negotiations for raw material supplies. Troy Minerals Inc. (CSE:TROY)(OTCQB:TROYF)(FSE:VJ3) reports
During landing, the helicopter skidded and overturned A rescue helicopter crashed at the foot of Everest while its crew was heading to assist climbers who found themselves in a critical situation, reports the publication "TRT in Russian," citing data from Nepal's civil aviation.
The President of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian, during an inspection of the damaged nuclear facilities in the country, announced plans for their swift restoration with improvements. According to the IRNA agency, Pezeshkian emphasized that nuclear knowledge remains with Iranian scientists, and the destruction of infrastructure is not a catastrophe. "We will rebuild everything anew, and it will be even more powerful and efficient," he added.
According to information provided by Science Alert, scientists from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) have concluded that for the brain to function normally, a person needs about ten hours of free time each day. This time should include sufficient sleep, healthy eating, physical activity, and social interaction. However, for many people, especially those who care for relatives or work in demanding conditions, achieving this becomes nearly impossible. Epidemiologist Suzanna Rör noted:
According to the updated rules, ChatGPT will not provide consultations on issues such as education, housing, employment, financial services, lending, insurance, migration, and national security. These changes were published on the official OpenAI website. Representatives of OpenAI stated that they expect users to comply with the service usage rules. Violating these rules may lead to the blocking of access to the company's systems or other sanctions.
Recently, the Trump administration released a list of 37 donors who supported the renovation of the White House. Among them are major companies such as Apple, Meta, Amazon, and Google, as well as private individuals and funds, including the family of U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick. However, the amounts of the donations were not disclosed. Nevertheless, as reported by The Wall Street Journal, the list does not cover all donors, as some companies and individuals wished to remain
As a result of the successful launch of the Falcon 9 rocket at 01:09 local time in the United States, the satellite was placed into the required orbit, as reported by the Ministry of Defense of South Korea. This new satellite is equipped with a synthetic aperture radar (SAR) system, which provides imaging of the Earth's surface in any weather conditions and at night. It became the fifth and final satellite in a program aimed at deploying five reconnaissance satellites by the end of 2025.
According to U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, three men aboard the vessel were killed as a result of the strike. He reported this on the social network X (formerly Twitter). The Secretary emphasized that the attacked vessel was involved in illegal drug trafficking. All three individuals on board were eliminated, and there were no casualties among U.S. military personnel.
According to information from the Financial Times, the last payment of $2.5 million was made in 2025, concluding an agreement reached in 2020, under which each plaintiff was entitled to $3.3 million. The plaintiffs, members of the Cascio family, have long been considered close friends of Jackson. The Cascios claim that they signed the agreement under pressure and without fully understanding its terms, which is why they are seeking additional compensation.
A law has come into effect in the Maldives that imposes a complete ban on the use of tobacco products for individuals born on January 1, 2007, and later. This means they are prohibited not only from purchasing but also from using and selling any tobacco products. According to The Guardian, the restrictions apply to all forms of tobacco products, including cigarettes, shisha tobacco, as well as electronic smoking devices.
At the eleventh plenary session of the Senate of the Oliy Majlis, the draft law "On Amendments and Additions to Certain Legislative Acts of the Republic of Uzbekistan in Connection with the Regulation of Relations Arising from the Use of Artificial Intelligence" was reviewed and approved. As noted in parliament, in recent years, artificial intelligence technologies have been actively developing in Uzbekistan, access to digital information is increasing, and qualified personnel in this
The incident occurred on the evening of November 1, just ten minutes after the train left Peterborough station in Cambridgeshire. The police received a report of the attack at 7:40 PM local time, according to Sky News.
Illustrative photo According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, 32 drones were destroyed in the Krasnodar region, 26 in Crimea, 20 over the Bryansk region, and nine drones were shot down over the Volgograd, Rostov, and Oryol regions. Additionally, six drones were shot down in the Lipetsk region, five in Voronezh, and two drones over the Belgorod, Kursk, and Tula regions.
On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, damage is visible at the enrichment facility in Fordow in a satellite image provided by Maxar Technologies. At a meeting with leaders of the nuclear industry, Pezeshkian emphasized: “We will restore nuclear facilities and enhance their capacity. Iran's nuclear program is strictly peaceful in nature.” Military actions by Israel, which began on June 13 under the name "People as a Lion," were aimed at destroying Iran's nuclear and missile programs.
Illustrative photo As a result of the attack, 67 drones were either shot down or suppressed. The military also recorded hits from 12 strike drones in six different locations, as well as one missile. The debris from several downed drones fell to the ground in two other regions, according to the report.
The list of citizens is not final On the portal "I Want to Live," a list of Kyrgyz citizens who died during the war was published. It includes data on 143 citizens of Kyrgyzstan.
According to the latest data, 10 people have been hospitalized, nine of whom sustained serious life-threatening injuries, as reported by representatives of the British transport police. The attack occurred on November 1, just 10 minutes after the train departed from the station in Peterborough, located in Cambridgeshire. Police were notified of the incident at 7:40 PM local time.
A tragedy occurred at a famous ski resort In Turkey, the trial regarding the fire at the Grand Kartal hotel, which claimed the lives of 78 people, has concluded. Sentences were handed down to 32 defendants.