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Trump nominated Kevin Warsh for the position of Fed Chair

Trump expressed confidence that Warsh will become "one of the GREAT Fed Chairs," possibly even the best. He emphasized that Warsh is the "ideal candidate" and will not let his supporters down. Now Warsh's nomination must be approved by the Senate. If the decision is positive, he will take the place of Jerome Powell, whose term expires in May 2026. Trump has repeatedly criticized Powell for his reluctance to lower the key interest rate.

31.01.2026, 16:33

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Protests Against ICE Actions Spread to Several U.S. Cities

In several cities across America, mass protests took place against the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). On January 30, a demonstration under the slogan "ICE - Out" was held in Los Angeles, where participants demanded that federal immigration agents leave residential areas. This was reported by ABC7. Protest organizers called for a nationwide strike, during which participants refused to work, study, or shop. In response to the protests, the police declared a citywide tactical

31.01.2026, 16:06

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High-ranking Chinese official robbed in Paris

According to the TF1 television channel, the robbery occurred on the night of Thursday to Friday, January 30, in the 16th arrondissement of Paris. Two criminals broke into the home of an official and, attacking him while he was sleeping, inflicted a head injury. After that, they searched the premises and took with them watches, brooches, and other valuables. After the robbers left the scene, the victim called the police himself. He was taken to the hospital, but his life is not in danger. The

31.01.2026, 15:37

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In China, 11 members of criminal groups linked to scam centers in Myanmar were executed.

According to information from the "Xinhua" agency, this is the first case of a death sentence being carried out in China related to the activities of so-called scam centers in Myanmar. The sentence was handed down in September 2025 in Wenzhou, Zhejiang Province, after the convicted individuals were detained in November 2023 in Myanmar, near the Chinese border, according to BBC data. The court found the defendants guilty of intentional murder, serious bodily harm, illegal deprivation

31.01.2026, 15:22

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Meta has disabled the accounts of several media outlets and activists in Uzbekistan

In particular, the pages of eco-activist Mutabar Khushvakhtova (Urikguli), as well as the media outlets Hook Report, Sarpa Media, and blogger Saodat Abduzakirova were blocked. Additionally, the account of Hook Report's editor-in-chief Yana Modelova was also temporarily disabled, although it was later restored, it still does not appear in direct searches. According to Darina Solod, the founder of Hook Report, the incident was a serious blow to their small publication, and she does not rule

31.01.2026, 15:07

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Trump filed a $10 billion lawsuit over the publication of his tax returns

Among the plaintiffs are Trump's sons — Eric and Donald Trump Jr. Their lawsuit claims that the publication of tax information caused "reputational and financial harm," led to "public shame," and negatively impacted the business reputation and public image of the plaintiffs. The lawsuit was filed against the backdrop of a data leak that occurred in 2024, when former IRS contractor Charles Edward Littlejohn provided Trump's tax information and that of other

31.01.2026, 14:32

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Trump announced the deployment of U.S. forces to Iran, exceeding the group in Venezuela

During his speech, Trump noted: "An impressive armada is heading towards Iran, a flotilla, call it what you will, and it's even larger than the one that was near Venezuela." As previously reported by The New York Times, Trump received a list of potential military operations against Iran from the Pentagon. According to the publication, Washington is considering options for strikes on Iranian nuclear and missile facilities, as well as actions aimed at weakening the regime in the

31.01.2026, 13:49

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Iran is ready for negotiations with the US on the nuclear program if threats are abandoned.

According to Araghchi, the U.S. is not showing sufficient goodwill in the negotiation process; however, Iran still strives for "reasonable and fair negotiations" based on mutual interests, respect, and trust. He noted that Tehran will not succumb to external pressure and will continue to defend its security and stability in the region. These statements were made during a press conference in Istanbul following Araghchi's meeting with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. He also

31.01.2026, 13:23

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The night of January 31 became the coldest in Moscow since the beginning of winter.

Over the course of a day, the snow cover decreased by 1 cm, reaching 60 cm, which set a new record for the last day of January. Previously, in 1994, this figure was 59 cm. Last week, Moscow experienced heavy snowfall for three days, resulting in 21 mm of precipitation, which is 40% of the monthly norm. Due to the sharp drop in temperatures, an orange level of weather danger has been declared in Moscow and the region. According to forecasts from the Hydrometeorological Center, today the

31.01.2026, 13:22

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Cuba Declares State of Emergency Due to Actions by the United States

In his message on social media X, Rodriguez noted that the Cuban people, relying on the support of the international community, recognize that the current situation in relations with the US government poses an unusual and serious threat. The head of Cuba's Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned US policy, calling it anti-Cuban and neo-fascist. He emphasized that Washington's actions threaten not only Cuba's national security but also that of other countries, and pose a threat to

31.01.2026, 13:11

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The U.S. Justice Department has released over 3 million new documents in the Jeffrey Epstein case

The U.S. Department of Justice has released a vast amount of documents related to the case of financier Jeffrey Epstein, who was accused of trafficking in people for sexual exploitation. The published materials contain over 3 million files, including more than 2,000 videos and around 180,000 images. This information became known on January 30 through CNN. U.S. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche stated that part of the materials has been redacted: personal information of the victims, as well

31.01.2026, 13:04

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335 tenge for diesel and 365 for AI-98. What will happen next with the fuel market?

As of today, fuel prices remain at the same level; however, forecasts of a possible increase are alarming many drivers. In her analysis, Zhaniya Sandybai notes that a temporary moratorium on price increases for AI-92 and diesel has been introduced since October 2025, which will last until spring 2026. It is important to note that the average price for AI-92 is about 239 tenge per liter, while diesel fuel costs 335 tenge per liter. At the same time, the cost of premium gasoline brands continues

31.01.2026, 12:36

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More than 200 people died in the collapse of a mine in the province of the Democratic Republic of Congo

“Among the victims of the landslide are not only miners but also children and market vendors,” noted Muisa. He also reported that some people were rescued but with serious injuries; however, details were not disclosed. The governor's advisor confirmed that the death toll is at least 227, and efforts to clarify the number continue. The collapse occurred at the Rubaya mine, where coltan is extracted, a metallic ore that accounts for about 15% of the total global production of this material.

31.01.2026, 12:13

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Hollywood actress Catherine O'Hara has died at the age of 71.

According to information provided by Variety, Catherine O'Hara passed away in her home in Los Angeles on January 30 after a brief illness. The actress became famous for her roles in the cult films "Home Alone" and "Home Alone 2," where she played Kevin's mother, a character portrayed by Macaulay Culkin. Additionally, O'Hara also appeared in films such as "After Hours," "Beetlejuice," "The Winners," as well as in popular series

31.01.2026, 11:13

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Bloomberg: The EU is considering the possibility of imposing new sanctions against Kyrgyzstan

According to information published by Bloomberg, discussions about sanctions are taking place as part of the preparation for a new, 20th package of restrictive measures related to the conflict in Ukraine. Kyrgyzstan may face the application of a special punishment mechanism for circumventing sanctions, including a possible ban on the import of machinery and radio-electronic equipment. With the onset of military actions, Kyrgyzstan has become an important trade hub through which European goods

31.01.2026, 11:11

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Today, in most areas, the weather will be stable, and the cold weather will gradually subside.

According to the latest weather forecast, on January 30, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, cloudy weather is expected in most regions of the country. Light snowfall is possible in the valley of the Ulz River, while no snow is predicted in other areas. The wind will blow from the northwest at a speed of 4 to 9 meters per second, and in the eastern part of the country, its speed will reach 11-13 meters per second. In the areas around Lake Uvs, in the Darkhad Basin, and along the Tes, Orkhon,

31.01.2026, 08:36

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EAEU Countries to Strengthen Fight Against Unfair Food Suppliers

As part of new measures, companies that regularly provide false information about the recipients of goods may be deprived of their certificate for up to 60 days. In addition, the EAEU countries have agreed to reduce tariffs on several categories of goods, including leather for shoes, meat, and sugar, as well as to unify fines for violations in the field of customs regulation across the entire Union.

31.01.2026, 07:55

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In 2025, the EBRD invested nearly $2 billion in Central Asia and Mongolia

According to MiddleAsianNews, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has invested nearly $2 billion (€1.72 billion) in 120 projects across Central Asia and Mongolia. This has become one of the bank's best results in this region over the past ten years. Uzbekistan has once again become the leader in receiving funding from the EBRD in 2025, receiving over $1 billion (€880 million). Kazakhstan was allocated nearly $440 million (€378 million), Mongolia $218 million (€188

31.01.2026, 07:11

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The Ambassador of Mongolia Delivered a Lecture on Mongolia's Foreign Policy to Students at the University of Ottawa

Sarantogos Erdenetsogt, Ambassador of Mongolia to Canada On January 29, 2026, Sarantogos Erdenetsogt, the Ambassador of Mongolia to Canada, participated in a lecture organized by the School of Political Studies at the University of Ottawa, where she discussed the history of Mongolia, its foreign policy, and relations with Canada. This became known through a report from MiddleAsianNews. More than 120 second-year political science students participated in the online session, where they had the

31.01.2026, 06:06

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The EU uses data transfer restrictions as a tool of trade policy, - expert

Lothar Detterman emphasized that the EU became one of the first regions to start implementing such measures after the harmonization of legislation in 1995. The main goal of this process was to create a single market that would allow companies to exchange data for commercial purposes while maintaining control over ensuring that the data did not leave this market. According to the professor, the European Union has strongly urged other countries to adapt their laws to improve trade conditions and

31.01.2026, 05:33

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The number of suicides among schoolchildren in Japan has reached a record high

According to preliminary data, in 2025, there were 532 suicides among Japanese school students. The main reasons were low grades, anxiety about the future, and conflicts with peers (316 cases). Health issues ranked second (315 cases), while family difficulties came in third (181 cases). The publication emphasizes that last year, Japanese authorities took a number of measures to combat the problem of child suicides, including increasing the number of school psychologists and developing

31.01.2026, 04:58

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Actress Catherine O'Hara, who played Kevin's mom in "Home Alone," has died.

Katherine O'Hara is remembered by audiences for her role as Kate McCallister — Kevin's mother — in the iconic films "Home Alone" (1990) and "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York" (1992). Additionally, she became famous for her portrayal of Moira Rose — a socialite and former actress — in the Canadian series "Schitt's Creek." For this role, O'Hara was awarded an Emmy.

31.01.2026, 00:18

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UN Secretary-General warned of the "inevitable financial collapse" of the organization

In his letter, Guterres emphasized that the liquidity situation has significantly worsened, threatening the organization's ability to carry out its core programs and obligations. He also noted that by the end of 2025, the UN will face a record level of debt in mandatory contributions. The current budgetary rule, which requires the organization to return unspent funds to member states, has created a "paradoxical situation" in which the UN is forced to give back money it has not

30.01.2026, 23:17

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In Russia, a woman was dismembered and burned. The reason could have been a car.

In Dagestan, a woman was killed, and then her remains were dismembered and burned. Her partner has been detained as a suspect. According to Russian media reports, a 36-year-old woman named M. M. left her home on January 23 and did not return. Law enforcement agencies began searching for her, and six days later, dismembered and charred remains of her body were found on the outskirts of the village.

30.01.2026, 20:03