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A dragon shark with huge eyes washed ashore in Spain. Scientists are sounding the alarm.
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A dragon shark with huge eyes washed ashore in Spain. Scientists are sounding the alarm.

A black shark with huge eyes was found on the beaches of Spain, quickly gaining popularity on the internet due to its unusual appearance. This predator, known as Dalatias licha, washed ashore in the area of Luarca, which is an extremely rare event, as these sharks typically inhabit depths of up to 1600 meters. Note: the length of the found specimen was 1.45 meters, and its weight was 18 kilograms, which attracted the attention of vacationers.

20.01.2026, 10:31
Exchange rates at the Moscow City Council on January 20
Economy

Exchange rates at the Moscow City Council on January 20

On the morning of January 20, the exchange rates at the Moskovsky Council look as follows: US Dollar 87.50 87.85 Euro 101.5-102.1 102.3-103.0 Ruble 1.11-1.12 1.12-1.13 Tenge 0.16-0.17 0.17 The dollar rate remains unchanged: purchase at 87.5 soms, and sale at 87.85.

20.01.2026, 10:29
Society

Ensembles of the Osh Regional Philharmonic perform at the "Ramayana" festival in India

From January 13 to 24, the folklore ensemble "Aalam" and the dance ensemble "Ademi" from the Osh Regional Philharmonic named after R. Abdykadyrov are participating in the XI International Festival "Ramayana," which is taking place in India under the slogan "Music and Dance." According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, this festival is organized at the initiative of the Government of India, and creative groups from Kyrgyzstan are performing

20.01.2026, 10:28
Society

How Do Urological Diseases Affect Male Fertility? A Study in Kyrgyzstan

As part of the study in Kyrgyzstan, an assessment of male fertility was conducted among men suffering from urolithiasis and other andrological disorders. The article published in the journal "Healthcare of Kyrgyzstan" was written by A. Ch. Usupbaev, K. N. Stambekova, and N. A. Abdubaitov. The authors note that andrological diseases in the republic occupy a significant place in the overall morbidity, and their number is increasing annually, especially among men of reproductive age.

20.01.2026, 10:28
A group of EU countries supported the use of the Countering Coercion Instrument against the United States.
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A group of EU countries supported the use of the Countering Coercion Instrument against the United States.

France and a number of other countries in the European Union have approved the use of the Anti-Coercion Instrument against the United States. This instrument, which has not been used until now, became available for application at the end of 2023. The increasingly aggressive statements from Washington regarding Greenland have prompted the European Union to consider the possibility of using this instrument. It provides the EU with means to respond to economic blackmail from non-member countries.

20.01.2026, 10:21
The Ministry of Transport checked the progress of work on the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway project.
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The Ministry of Transport checked the progress of work on the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway project.

On January 19, the Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications of Kyrgyzstan, Almaz Turgunbaev, checked the progress of the implementation of the railway project "China – Kyrgyzstan – Uzbekistan." During the visit, he assessed the state of construction of the administrative building of the joint venture LLC "Railway Company 'China – Kyrgyzstan – Uzbekistan'." According to the ministry, during the inspection, the stages of construction and installation work

20.01.2026, 10:21
Politics

The agenda of the economic forum in Davos has been changed, removing the issue of Ukraine.

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, unexpected changes occurred in the agenda related to the situation around Greenland. According to the Financial Times, the agenda for the meeting of advisors to Western leaders on national security was altered, although it was initially planned to focus on Ukraine. Similarly, Politico reported that Europe is facing the most serious transatlantic crisis in decades. The forum will be used to try to convince the U.S. president of the need to "not

20.01.2026, 10:20
Trump invited Mirziyoyev to join the World Council on Gaza. The President of Uzbekistan accepted the invitation.
World

Trump invited Mirziyoyev to join the World Council on Gaza. The President of Uzbekistan accepted the invitation.

Illustrative photo Uzbekistan has been invited to join the Council of Peace as a founding state. In Trump's address, it is mentioned that the initiative is based on the Comprehensive Plan proposed on September 29, 2025, and approved by UN Security Council Resolution No. 2803 on November 17, 2025, aimed at ending the conflict in Gaza. One of the most important aspects of this initiative is the creation of the Council of Peace – a new international structure aimed at uniting countries

20.01.2026, 10:19
From Wednesday, rain and snow are expected in Uzbekistan
World

From Wednesday, rain and snow are expected in Uzbekistan

From January 21 to 23, precipitation is expected in most regions of the country, including rain and snow. The air temperature in the first half of the week will fluctuate from -3 to +2 degrees at night and from +3 to +8 degrees during the day.

20.01.2026, 10:16
Politics

The Cabinet will continue to import electricity in 2026 to cover its deficit

The Deputy Minister of Energy, Altynbek Rysbekov, confirmed at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh that in 2026 the government will continue to import electricity to eliminate the deficit. This statement was made during the discussion of the bill "On Renewable Energy Sources." He noted that Kyrgyzstan produces an average of 14.5 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity per year.

20.01.2026, 10:13
Society

21,500 Tons of Mineral Fertilizers Imported into Kyrgyzstan

The Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic announces the beginning of the import of mineral fertilizers into the country. According to forecasts, by 2026, 182.8 thousand tons of mineral fertilizers will be needed for the agricultural needs of Kyrgyzstan, including:

20.01.2026, 10:10
Sports

In Bishkek, reconstruction of the Sports Palace will begin on the instruction of Sadyr Japarov

By the order of the country's president, the reconstruction of the Sports Palace in Bishkek is starting. This information was announced at a meeting of the parliamentary committee that deals with issues of science, education, innovative development, information technology, culture, sports, and youth policy. Deputy Bolot Saginayev raised the issue of the critical condition of this facility. He addressed the director of the State Agency for Youth Affairs, Physical Culture, and Sports, Kazbek

20.01.2026, 10:08
President of Bulgaria Rumen Radev Resigns
Politics

President of Bulgaria Rumen Radev Resigns

Rumen Radev, who has held the position of President of Bulgaria since 2017, announced his resignation during an address to the nation. He also expressed his intention to participate in the upcoming early parliamentary elections, as stated in his announcement. Radev's resignation was a result of a growing wave of protests in the country that began in December. These protests were triggered by video recordings that spread on social media, showing how deputies from the ruling coalition

20.01.2026, 10:06
Spain declares mourning after the death of 40 people on the railway
World

Spain declares mourning after the death of 40 people on the railway

As a result of the collision that occurred on January 18 in the province of Córdoba, in southern Spain, a high-speed train heading to Madrid derailed. As a result of the incident, the rear part of the train flew onto the opposite tracks, where it collided with another train. The impact was so strong that the first two carriages derailed and fell from a four-meter slope. Currently, the reasons for this tragic incident remain unclear. At least a dozen people sustained serious injuries, some of

20.01.2026, 10:05
A large fire occurred at a car service station in Bishkek
Incidents

A large fire occurred at a car service station in Bishkek

Today, January 20, a serious fire occurred in Bishkek, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES). In the morning, information was received about a fire at a car service station located in the residential area "Balban-Taimash," which is in the Lenin district of the capital.

20.01.2026, 10:00
Incidents

A large fire localized at a service station in Bishkek

Today in Bishkek, in the residential area "Balban-Taimash" of the Lenin district, a significant fire was localized at a service station. According to information provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the fire was brought under control at 8:29 AM. Six fire crews, as well as an operational group and a crisis management headquarters, were involved in extinguishing the fire. Currently, efforts to fully eliminate the blaze are ongoing. Information about the injured and the

20.01.2026, 09:57
Incidents

The GKNB Returned Part of the Territory of the Central Stadium of Osh to the State

On January 20, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) reported the return of the land plot on which the central stadium of the city of Osh is located to state ownership. The area of the returned plot is 2,700 sq. m and it is an important element of the stadium. Previously, this plot was illegally transferred to private ownership with a change in its intended use, which violates current legislation.

20.01.2026, 09:57
Italian designer Valentino Garavani, founder of the Valentino fashion house, has died.
World

Italian designer Valentino Garavani, founder of the Valentino fashion house, has died.

Valentino Garavani. Photo: Reuters / Denis Balibouse. According to media reports and the designer's charitable organization, Valentino Garavani passed away in his Roman home, but the cause of his death has not yet been disclosed. This designer, known as the "emperor" of fashion, became a symbol of Italian style and held an esteemed place alongside legends such as Giorgio Armani and Karl Lagerfeld, shaping the face of haute couture in the second half of the 20th century.

20.01.2026, 09:55
The founder of the Valentino fashion house, Valentino Garavani, has passed away.
Society

The founder of the Valentino fashion house, Valentino Garavani, has passed away.

Valentino Garavani, the Italian fashion designer and founder of the world-renowned fashion house Valentino, has passed away at the age of 93, as reported by WWD. Photo from the archive. Founder of the Valentino fashion house Valentino Garavani has died He died on January 19 at his residence in Rome, surrounded by family and loved ones. The designer will be laid to rest on January 21 and 22 at Minyanelli Square, with the funeral planned for Friday at the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli e

20.01.2026, 09:55