Bloomberg: OpenAI will begin testing advertising in ChatGPT

According to information from Bloomberg, OpenAI plans to introduce advertising in ChatGPT for users of the free version and the new economical Go plan, priced at $8 per month. This plan was initially launched in India and is now being rolled out to the U.S. market. It is worth noting that more expensive subscriptions will not contain ads. The implementation of the advertising model has become part of the company's new strategy aimed at diversifying revenue ahead of a potential IPO and

UNESCO is ready to support the World Nomad Games and the Issyk-Kul Forum of Aitmatov

AI can detect 130 diseases while you sleep

The artificial intelligence in question analyzes data about a person's condition during sleep, such as brain waves, heart rate, and breathing. This allows it to draw conclusions about the likelihood of developing various diseases. As noted by one of the study's authors, Stanford University associate professor James Zou, AI can predict disease risk many years before the first symptoms appear. The model, named SleepFM, was developed under the guidance of Rahul Tapa, a specialist in

Protests in Iran. The Ayatollah publicly acknowledged the death of thousands for the first time.

For the first time in a long while, the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, publicly acknowledged that thousands of people have died during the recent protests. He also blamed the United States for these tragic events. Archive photo. The Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, confirmed the deaths of thousands of people during the protests. “We consider the President of the United States to be a criminal responsible for the victims and damage, as well as for the slander

In 2025, China Consumed Twice as Much Electricity as the USA

The report also highlights the global increase in demand for electricity, driven by the growth of data centers for artificial intelligence and the rising use of electric vehicles. In particular, the Chinese sector for charging and battery replacement services saw a consumption increase of 48.8% compared to 2024, while the information and technology sector experienced a 17% rise. These areas have become the main factors driving electricity consumption growth in the services sector. In response

Game Thinking in Business Processes: Efficiency or Illusion?

Definition of Game Thinking in Business Game thinking is a method that borrows elements of game logic and structure to solve real business problems. It is not just about entertainment, but about how game developers can engage, retain attention, evoke emotions, and motivate actions. Unlike gamification, which simply adds game elements like points or badges, game thinking encompasses a holistic approach: from creating interaction scenarios to a clear structure of goals and feedback. This

Annexation of Greenland. Mass protests took place in Denmark

Recent protests have swept through Denmark and Greenland in response to the intentions of the U.S. president to annex the island. According to TV2, thousands of people took to the streets of Copenhagen and Nuuk. Protesters, including both Danes and Greenlanders, expressed their dissatisfaction by holding signs that read "Hands off Greenland" and flags of the island. Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen also attended the rallies, showing his support for the action.

The Kyrgyzstan Futsal Team Defeated Tajikistan

As part of the preparation for the Asian Cup, which will begin on January 27 in Indonesia, the Kyrgyzstan national team played a friendly match against the Tajik team, finishing with a score of 4:2 in their favor. In this match, Semetey Murzakulov scored two goals, while Islam Turatbekov and Bektur Ilyasov each added one goal.

In Uzbekistan, officials will receive bonuses, while prisoners will have their sentences reduced for reading books

Trump imposed tariffs against European countries due to Denmark's support.

These tariffs apply to all goods shipped from the specified countries to the U.S. and will be implemented gradually. Trump noted that for many years the United States has subsidized Denmark and other European Union countries without receiving any compensation or tariffs in return. According to him, it is time for Denmark to repay this, especially considering the threats from China and Russia regarding Greenland. “No one will touch this sacred piece of land, especially when it comes to the

Nurdana Oruntaev exposed "Aalam Stroy" for violations during the construction of the facility

Minister of Architecture, Construction, and Housing and Communal Services Nurdana Oruntaev conducted an inspection of several construction sites in Bishkek. Photo courtesy of the Ministry of Construction According to information provided by the ministry's press service, a number of violations were identified during the inspection of the residential complex being built on Ankara Street by the company "Aalam Stroy". It was reported that the violations pertain to construction

Federer - the star of the first opening ceremony of the Australian Open

Roger Federer, the greatest tennis player of his generation, returned to Australia to be the main star of the first official opening ceremony of the Australian Open, which took place as part of the 2026 tournament. This appearance marked his first visit to the country since 2021 and stirred a wave of emotions among fans.

"Manchester United" defeated "Manchester City" in the derby at "Old Trafford"

The first minutes of the match did not foreshadow anything special; however, in the 64th minute, "United" opened the scoring. After Harry Maguire cleared the ball, the team organized a quick counterattack. Bruno Fernandes, showing patience, made an accurate pass to Bryan Mbeumo, who easily outplayed "City" goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma. This goal caused delight among the spectators at "Old Trafford" and joy on the bench.

Protests in Iran Appear to Be Suppressed. Thousands of People Killed. What We Know as of the Morning of January 18?

In late December 2025, mass protests against the government began in Iran amid a severe economic crisis. Initially, discontent was sparked by high prices and the fall of the national currency, but it soon escalated into open resistance against the authorities. As the wave of protests spread across all 31 provinces of the country, it became the most significant in recent years. By the morning of January 18, 2026, the authorities reported regaining control over the situation, but human rights

In Bishkek, 14-year-old Arsen Akylbekov is wanted, missing in "Archa-Beshik"

According to information provided by the police, on January 17, a report was filed with the Department of Internal Affairs by S. A. regarding the disappearance of his son. He reported that on January 15, around 11:00 AM, Arsen left their home located in the residential area "Archa-Beshik" on Kyzyl-Adyr Street and has not returned since. The information about the disappearance has been registered in the automated information system of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs.

In the city of Osh, the municipal enterprise "Agricultural Management" is being modernized

In Osh, the process of modernizing the municipal enterprise "Agricultural Economy" is underway, as reported by the press service of the city administration. Under the leadership of Mayor Jenishbek Toktobaev, new facilities are being constructed on the enterprise's territory, including a garage, a grain storage facility, and a workshop for winter repairs of agricultural machinery. These structures are expected to be opened in the coming days.

In Kyrgyzstan, they will choose the "great player of kok-boru" and the "great horse of kok-boru"

The World Nomad Games, which will take place soon, are planned to be one of the most impressive and grandiose in their entire history. This year, 49 million soms have been allocated for the awards of winners and prizewinners. For the first time within the framework of these Games, the organizers will introduce new concepts: the "great player of kok-boru" and the "great horse of kok-boru" will be announced. This initiative is expected to significantly increase the motivation

The Ministry of Construction fined one of the construction companies 3 million soms. The firm's license may be revoked.

On January 17, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of Kyrgyzstan, Nurdana Oruntaev, visited a number of construction sites in Bishkek, where serious violations were identified. In particular, at the residential complex located at 3a Ankara Street, owned by LLC "Aalam Stroy," discrepancies with construction norms and safety regulations were discovered. Violations were recorded in more than ten blocks of the complex.

Orunbekov refuted Zhapikeev's words about the "inner circle" keeping people away from the president

During journalist Ernis Kyazov's podcast, Syimyk Zhapikeev expressed the opinion that people allegedly cannot approach the president, as he is surrounded by Daiyrbek Orunbekov, Kanybek Tumanbaev, and several other individuals. In response, Orunbekov stated that such words are false. "Mr. Syimyk, it seems you are used to sharing incompetent opinions in the kitchen. I want to remind you: the era of impunity for such conversations is in the past," he noted.

In the Kemin District, advertising inscriptions are being removed from the slopes of the mountains.

In the Kemin district, work has begun to remove advertising inscriptions located on the slopes of the mountains. This information was confirmed by the local government administration. Photo from the archive According to the akimat, Azamat Osmonov, the authorized representative of the president in the Chui region, initiated the removal of all inscriptions that negatively affect the aesthetic appearance of the area. It is worth noting that not only product manufacturers use such inscriptions for

Kadyrov published a video with his son against the backdrop of reports that his son was involved in a car accident.

According to Ramzan Kadyrov, the video of the meeting was posted on his Telegram channel. The meeting discussed topics related to preparations for the upcoming elections in Chechnya, ensuring security, and other important issues. Earlier, media reports emerged claiming that Adam Kadyrov was allegedly involved in a traffic accident and was sent to Moscow. However, in a post from January 17, Ramzan does not mention this incident.

A seminar "AgroZooVet-2026" for the development of agriculture and animal husbandry was held in the Batken region.

- An interregional seminar titled "AgroZooVet-2026" took place in the Kadamjai district of the Batken region on January 16, 2026, organized by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. The aim of this event was to introduce modern technologies aimed at assisting farmers, agronomists, and veterinarians, as well as to increase productivity in animal husbandry and develop the processing industry with a focus on export.

Netanyahu stated that the composition of the committee on Gaza was not coordinated with Israel

Benjamin Netanyahu In a statement from the Israeli government, it is emphasized that the new administrative body for managing Gaza, created at the initiative of the United States, does not have the consent of the Israeli authorities and does not align with the official policy of the country. This message was made in the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and published on January 17 on the social network X. According to The Times of Israel, the reason for such a statement was the

Syimyq Zhapykiev commented on the rumor that he received $5 million when he left his position

In the podcast available here, Zhapikeev confirmed that after the events of October, he received $10,000 from Zhapаров as financial support. During the conversation, Kyazov inquired whether Zhapikeev, while in public service, had received $500,000 and the title of general, after which he retired. To this, Zhapikeev pointed out that the rumors about $5 million are absurd.