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Norwegian Crown Prince Faces 16 Years in Prison in Rape Case

According to Euronews, the arrest took place on Sunday, two days before the start of the court proceedings, where 29-year-old Høybi will appear before the Oslo District Court. He is accused of committing 38 crimes, including four alleged rapes and assaults on former partners. The prosecution is seeking measures for his detention for up to four weeks, due to concerns about the possibility of reoffending. Høybi has admitted to some less serious offenses but denies the more serious charges.

03.02.2026, 20:07

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How the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Works and Why Protests Are Happening Against It

The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, known as ICE, has come under public scrutiny and criticism. The publication Kaktus.media reports on this organization and the current events surrounding it. What is ICEThe U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) was established in 2002 in response to the September 11 attacks and as part of the reform of the country's security system. The current director of ICE, appointed by the U.S. president, is Todd M. Lyons, who has held this

03.02.2026, 18:49

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India has introduced new customs regulations for tourists and residents.

The authorities of India have announced the implementation of new customs rules that regulate duty-free import of personal belongings for both tourists and local residents, reports RIA Novosti. According to the new guidelines published on the government website, tourists arriving in the country on a tourist visa can bring in personal belongings worth up to 25,000 rupees (276 US dollars). Foreigners arriving on other visas are entitled to duty-free import of goods worth no more than 75,000

03.02.2026, 18:26

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Residents of two regions of Uzbekistan felt the earthquake

Illustrative image According to the Republican Center for Seismological Monitoring of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, an earthquake occurred at 15:38 local time with a magnitude of 3.7. The epicenter was located at a depth of 10 kilometers, which contributed to the widespread propagation of the seismic wave. The strongest ground vibrations, reaching 2-3 points, were recorded in the Bakhmal and Bulungur districts. Residents of the Taylak, Urgut, Jambay, and Gallaorol districts felt less

03.02.2026, 17:25

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Part of Bishkek is left without water. "Bishkekvodokanal" explained what is happening.

An accident occurred in the water supply networks in the area of house 30/1 on Tynystanova Street. As a result of the incident, part of Bishkek was left without access to drinking water, reported the press service of the city administration. Currently, an emergency team from MP "Bishkekvodokanal" is working at the scene, conducting restoration work. Water supply will be restored after all necessary repair activities are completed.

03.02.2026, 17:13

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Ninth Grader Opens Fire at School in Ufa

During the incident, the teenager fired several shots with plastic bullets aimed at a teacher and three of his classmates, and also detonated a firecracker, as clarified by the republican Ministry of Internal Affairs. He is currently detained, and investigative authorities are working to clarify all circumstances. Criminal cases have been initiated, including charges of negligence (Article 293 of the Criminal Code). Ratmir Mavliev, the head of the Ufa administration, noted that the young man

03.02.2026, 16:46

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India has introduced free visas for Kazakhstan citizens

This innovation comes into effect immediately and is aimed at improving mutual relations and increasing tourist flow between the two countries. The free visas apply not only to tourist trips but also to medical visas and visas for accompanying medical professionals. Furthermore, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan emphasized that Indian citizens could previously visit Kazakhstan without a visa for up to 14 days. Now, Kazakhstanis have more favorable conditions for traveling to India.

03.02.2026, 15:48

World / Ukraine

Ukraine, the USA, and Europe have agreed on a response plan in case Russia violates a potential peace agreement, - Financial Times

According to information published by the Financial Times, Ukraine, together with European countries and the USA, has developed a strategy called a "multilevel response" in case of violations of ceasefire agreements by Russia. Sources familiar with the discussion process reported that negotiations on this plan took place in December and January. The plan stipulates that any violations of the ceasefire by Russia will trigger retaliatory measures within 24 hours. As FT clarifies, these

03.02.2026, 15:00

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Trump decided to create an emergency stockpile of certain resources

President of the United States Donald Trump announced plans to create a strategic reserve of key minerals, as reported by Bloomberg. In the initial phase, $12 billion will be allocated for these purposes. The White House aims to protect American manufacturers from supply disruptions and reduce dependence on imports from China. This project, named Vault, involves the procurement and storage of minerals necessary for automakers, technology companies, and other industries. Essentially, it will

03.02.2026, 14:46

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The 2029 Winter Asian Games will be held in Almaty, - "Xinhua"

The 2022 Winter Olympics According to the plan, the official signing of the document confirming the holding of the games will take place on February 5 in Milan. It should be noted that initially the 2029 Winter Asian Games were supposed to be held in Saudi Arabia. However, in January of this year, the Olympic and Paralympic Committees of that country, together with the OCA, announced the postponement of the tournament indefinitely.

03.02.2026, 14:28

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Elon Musk Merges SpaceX and xAI

In his official statement posted on the SpaceX website, Musk noted that the merger of the companies will lead to the creation of an "innovative machine" capable of simultaneously engaging in artificial intelligence, rocket launches, providing internet services, and managing social media. The details of the deal have not been disclosed. However, sources from the BBC report that xAI is valued at $125 billion, while SpaceX is valued at $1 trillion, making it the most valuable private

03.02.2026, 14:11

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The weather this week will be unstable but warm, with a cold snap expected on Friday.

At the beginning of the week, on Monday, February 2, rain is expected in various regions of the country, except for the Fergana Valley, where there will be no precipitation. Daytime temperatures will range from +11 to +16 degrees Celsius, while in the north it will be +3 to +8. Starting from Tuesday, the likelihood of rain will remain, but on Wednesday, February 4, no precipitation is expected. In the foothills and mountains, rain and snow are possible, with heavy precipitation expected on

03.02.2026, 12:05

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Russia struck Ukraine, hundreds of houses in Kharkiv were left without heating

According to Tkachенко, multi-story buildings in the Darnytskyi, Dniprovskyi, and Shevchenkivskyi districts of Kyiv suffered damage. Non-residential premises, gas stations, and vehicles were also damaged. As a result of the attack, three people were injured, according to the State Emergency Service. Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov reported that Russian forces are deliberately shelling the city’s energy infrastructure. He expressed confidence that the aim of these attacks is to inflict maximum

03.02.2026, 11:30

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In Tajikistan, tariffs for drinking water and utilities have been increased

As of January 1 of this year, new tariffs for drinking water, waste disposal, and a number of other utility services have come into effect in Tajikistan. As reported by Jamshid Tabarzoda, head of the Housing and Communal Services Committee, at a press conference, these changes will affect the population, with tariffs increasing by 15%, and enterprises, where the increase will be 30%. According to Tabarzoda, the main goal of the tariff revision is to improve the quality of provided utility

03.02.2026, 11:27

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Bill and Hillary Clinton to Testify in Epstein Case

The Clintons had previously refrained from appearing before Congress, expressing a willingness to cooperate but refusing to attend in person. They claimed that the committee chairman intended to conduct a process that has political undertones and is aimed at their criminal prosecution. The oversight committee proposed to hold two Democrats accountable for contempt of Congress, which could lead to criminal consequences. If found guilty, they face up to one year in prison and a fine of $100,000.

03.02.2026, 11:03

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In Kazakhstan, a site for the second nuclear power plant has been approved

Illustrative photo According to the document, the new nuclear power plant will be built in the Almaty region, near the village of Ulken. The text of the resolution states: “To make a decision on the construction of the nuclear facility ‘Second Nuclear Power Plant’, and also to determine the area of its location — Zhambyl district of Almaty region.” The head of the Atomic Energy Agency, Almasadam Satkaliev, previously spoke about the choice of this location in the Mazhilis. He noted that the

03.02.2026, 10:53

World

Elon Musk Wants to Launch a Million Satellites into Orbit

Elon Musk, the renowned American entrepreneur, announced the merger of his company SpaceX with xAI, a startup focused on artificial intelligence development, including the chatbot Grok, as reported by the "Russian Service of the BBC". In an official statement posted on the SpaceX website, Musk emphasized that the merger of these two companies will create an "innovation machine" capable of simultaneously developing rockets, providing internet, engaging in artificial

03.02.2026, 10:32

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In China, four members of the Bai mafia family were executed. This is the second execution of those accused of creating scam centers in a week.

It has been reported that the sentence was handed down in November 2025 in connection with various crimes, including intentional murder, telecommunications fraud, and illegal drug trafficking. The court of the city of Shenzhen (Guangdong province, South China) carried out the execution with the sanction of the Supreme People's Court of China, as stated in a press release.

03.02.2026, 09:59

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Trump: India Agreed to Abandon Russian Oil. Washington Reduced Tariffs for New Delhi

According to Trump, during discussions with Modi, they touched on topics of trade and the peaceful resolution of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. "He [Modi] agreed to stop purchasing oil from Russia and to increase supplies from the U.S., and possibly from Venezuela. This will be an important step towards ending the war in Ukraine," Trump noted in his message on Truth Social. The U.S. President also announced the commencement of a new trade agreement between the two

03.02.2026, 09:18

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Singapore Launches National Space Agency

Singapore has announced the establishment of the National Space Agency (NSAS), aiming to strengthen its position in the rapidly evolving global space sector, which is projected to grow to $1.8 trillion by 2035, reports Kazinform, citing SCMP. Energy and Science Minister Tan See Leng announced this news at the first space summit. NSAS will complement the existing Space Technology and Industry Office, established in 2013, and will serve as the central body responsible for developing satellite

03.02.2026, 09:11

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Iran's Foreign Ministry summoned ambassadors of all EU countries in connection with the designation of the IRGC as terrorists

Illustrative photo In response to this decision, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei stated that "in the coming days, measures that the Islamic Republic of Iran will take in response to this illegal step, which has no basis and is extremely erroneous, will be determined." According to Baghaei, a series of actions has already been analyzed, and various proposals have been sent to the relevant agencies. The summoning of ambassadors began on Sunday and continues on

03.02.2026, 08:50

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Events in Ukraine and the World. Main News by the Morning of February 3

Global news agencies outlined the situation over the past day against the backdrop of the conflict in Ukraine. Here are the key events. Druzhkovka in the Kramatorsk district of Donetsk region, located 30 km from the front line. Photo by Serhii Korovainyi / Reuters / Scanpix / LETA. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that a new round of trilateral negotiations between Ukraine, Russia, and the USA will take place in Abu Dhabi from February 4

03.02.2026, 07:50

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In the Darhad Basin and at the confluence of the Orkhon and Selenge Rivers, light snowfall is expected.

In the area of Lake Uvs, in the Darhad Valley, and along the rivers Tes, Orkhon, Kharaa, and Yeruu, the air temperature will range from -22 to -27°C. In the basins of the rivers Zag-Baidrag, Ider, Eg, Uur, Selenge, Tuul, Terelj, Kherlen, Onon, and Ulz, as well as in the Khalkh Valley and the Darygansky steppe, the temperature will be between -13 and -18°C. In the Altai Mountains, the foothills of the Khangai Mountains, and in the southeastern part of the Gobi, temperatures are expected to

03.02.2026, 06:24

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Compared to the previous ten days, the snow cover in Mongolia has decreased by 14%

According to the latest measurements, more than 21 cm of snow cover has been recorded in the following aimags: Uvs (neighboring districts of Khovd, Malchin, Khyrgas, Baruun-Turuun, Tsagaanhairkhan), Khovd (Uench, Altai), Zavkhan (Tsetsen-Uul, Bayantes, Nömrog, Tes, Asgat, Bayankhairkhan), Gobi-Altai (south of Tonkhil), Khövsgöl (Tsetserleg, Ulaan-Uul, Renchinlkhümbe, Alag-Erdene), Bulgan (Gurvanbulag, Dashinchilen), Selenge (Yeroo, Orkhontuul, Orkhon, Khushaat, Saikhan, Tushig, Sant,

03.02.2026, 06:17