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Japan Suspended Operations at the World's Largest Nuclear Power Plant Just Hours After Its Restart

The operators of the world's largest nuclear power plant in Japan reported its suspension shortly after the restart. According to the BBC, an emergency signal was triggered during the reactor startup at the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Power Plant, located in Tokyo. However, a representative of Tokyo Electric Power Company (Tepco), Takashi Kobayashi, assured that the reactor remained "stable" at that moment. Reactor No. 6 was started on Wednesday, a day later than scheduled due to

22.01.2026, 16:51

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In the Samara Region of the Russian Federation, migrants are prohibited from working as couriers and salespeople.

Illustrative photo Currently, labor migrants in the Samara region are prohibited from engaging in 117 types of activities. Previously, the restrictions applied to work in passenger taxis, educational institutions, pharmacies, and employment agencies. Now, this list has significantly expanded and includes various sectors: trade; transport; public catering; manufacturing sector; courier services; education; medical field; information technology and science. In particular, migrants are prohibited

22.01.2026, 15:33

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A Soft Fiber Chip for Smart Clothing Has Been Created

Researchers from Fudan University in Shanghai have presented a unique flexible chip capable of processing data within fabrics, functioning as a mini-computer. This was reported by the publication "Pengpai". Scientists integrated a large microchip into soft polymer fibers, creating a multilayer structure that resembles a rolled-up carpet. As a result, every centimeter of such smart fiber can contain up to 100,000 transistors, allowing for information processing at the level of some

22.01.2026, 14:59

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In southern Italy, a cyclone washed everything off the streets

In southern Italy, including Sicily, Sardinia, and Calabria, heavy rains and gusty winds have caused a sharp rise in river water levels, leading to subsequent flooding. This was reported by the Department of Civil Protection of Italy. In the emergency situation, emergency services are working tirelessly: within a day, firefighters conducted hundreds of rescue operations, assisting both people and animals. More than 1,200 rescuers and over 400 units of equipment are deployed in the most affected

22.01.2026, 14:39

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S. Berdymukhamedov replaced the head of the Border Service of Turkmenistan

At the meeting, the president emphasized that measures were taken last year to strengthen the Armed Forces of the country and modernize the material and technical base of the army. Considering that this year Turkmenistan is celebrating the 35th anniversary of its independence, Berdymukhamedov also gave instructions regarding preparations for the upcoming celebrations.

22.01.2026, 13:54

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Kazakhstan's Foreign Ministry on negotiations regarding attacks on the Caspian Pipeline Consortium: Ukraine has no position as such

Illustrative photo Deputy Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan, Alibek Bakayev, reported on the current state of negotiations concerning the attacks on the Caspian Pipeline Consortium. As Bakayev noted, the Republic of Kazakhstan is actively engaging not only with Ukrainian but also with European partners. “We have invited the extraordinary and plenipotentiary ambassadors of European countries operating in Kazakhstan to discuss these issues. The negotiation process is ongoing, and we urge our

22.01.2026, 12:49

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Axios: The agreement plan for Greenland preserves Denmark's sovereignty over the island. The U.S. wants to strengthen its military presence there.

According to information voiced by U.S. President Donald Trump on January 21, the draft agreement regarding Greenland, prepared in collaboration with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, stipulates that Denmark will retain its rights to the island, as reported in an Axios article citing two sources. According to their data, the new plan will update the Agreement on the Protection of Greenland, signed in 1951. This will allow the U.S. to expand its rights to build military bases and create

22.01.2026, 12:16

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In Russia, gasoline at gas stations has increased in price by 1.3% since the beginning of the year.

According to information provided by Interfax, there has been a 0.12% increase in consumer prices for gasoline in Russia from January 13 to January 19, as reported by Rosstat. In the previous reporting period, from January 1 to January 12, the increase was 1.18%. Previously, for almost two months, gasoline prices had been on the decline. For instance, from December 16 to December 22, they fell by 0.08%, from December 9 to December 15 by 0.09%, from December 2 to December 8 by 0.18%, from

22.01.2026, 11:46

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Reuters: Repairs at Kazakhstan's largest oil field may be delayed until February

It is expected that the resumption of oil production at Tengiz will not occur before the end of the current week; however, according to one source, this process may be delayed until February. It is known that the operator of the field, Tengizchevroil, has already canceled the shipment of five batches of CPC Blend oil, totaling about 600-700 thousand tons, which were supposed to be sent through the Black Sea terminal of CPC in January and February.

22.01.2026, 11:40

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Mirziyoyev, at Trump's invitation, went to Davos to sign the Charter of the Council of Peace

Illustrative photo During his visit, he will participate in the signing ceremony of the Charter of the Council of Peace, which is being established at the initiative of Trump in Davos, where the World Economic Forum is taking place. It was recently announced that Shavkat Mirziyoyev confirmed his intention to join the Council as one of the founders, as proposed by the President of the United States.

22.01.2026, 11:39

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The USA deported 44 citizens of Uzbekistan

Illustrative photo On the evening of January 21, another charter flight landed in Tashkent, bringing back citizens of Uzbekistan who were subjected to deportation from the USA. Ahror Burkhanov, the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, reported that 44 citizens who were illegally in the USA returned to their homeland.

22.01.2026, 11:28

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Trump wants to pay every resident of Greenland one million dollars

According to the publication, "he is considering the possibility of allocating 1 million dollars for each resident of Greenland if they vote to join the United States." The population of Greenland is about 57 thousand people.

22.01.2026, 11:28

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Kazakhstan and Mongolia will cooperate in the pension sector

This agreement outlines in detail the procedures for the appointment and payment of pensions for citizens of both countries, as well as issues related to the accounting of work experience and the possibility of transferring pension savings. Senator Amangeldy Yesbay noted that the main goal of this agreement is to regulate the legal relations related to pension payments. In particular, the document provides for mutual recognition of work experience within the framework of a solidarity pension

22.01.2026, 11:18

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Trump canceled the introduction of tariffs for eight EU countries after reaching a "framework" deal on Greenland.

According to Trump, the negotiations were successful, and the leaders of the two countries reached preliminary conditions for a future deal, which, he noted, would be beneficial for both the U.S. and all NATO members. “Given the understanding reached, I am canceling the introduction of tariffs that were set to take effect on February 1,” Trump wrote on his Truth Social page.

22.01.2026, 10:45

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A citizen of Uzbekistan accused of murdering Russian General Igor Kirillov has been sentenced to life in prison.

Akhmad Kurbanov In addition, the court imposed a fine of one million rubles (about 13 thousand dollars) on Kurbanov. Three other individuals were also involved in this case, all of whom received significant prison sentences, although their fines were less severe. For instance, Robert Safaryan, a citizen of Azerbaijan, who allegedly delivered explosives to the perpetrator of the terrorist act, was sentenced to 25 years in prison. Meanwhile, two natives of Ingushetia, Batuhan Tochiev and Ramazan

22.01.2026, 10:36

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Former South Korean Prime Minister Sentenced to 23 Years in Prison

The Central District Court of Seoul sentenced former Prime Minister Han Dok-soo to 23 years in prison on Wednesday, January 21, according to DW. The court proceedings established that he played a "key role" in the imposition of martial law in the country in 2024, despite the prosecution only seeking 15 years of imprisonment. Han Dok-soo was found guilty of attempting to legitimize President Yoon Suk-yeol's decree on the imposition of martial law by approving it at a cabinet

22.01.2026, 10:05

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In most regions of Mongolia, February is colder than the long-term average.

It is expected that in April, the amount of precipitation will correspond to the average indicators for the country. During February and April, precipitation is also expected to be within the norm. However, in March, the amount in the western part of the country will exceed long-term values, while in other regions it will remain at an average level. The spring forecast suggests sharp temperature fluctuations, which requires livestock breeders and local residents to adapt to changing

22.01.2026, 09:32

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Trump officially invited Mongolia to join the "Council of Peace" as a founding member

U.S. President Donald Trump has reached out to Mongolian Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav with an invitation to participate in international initiatives aimed at ending the conflict in Gaza and strengthening peace in the Middle East, reports MiddleAsianNews. In his official statement, Trump invited Mongolia to become one of the founding members of a new international structure called the "Council of Peace," which will be established with the support of the UN Security Council. As

22.01.2026, 08:33

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Events in Ukraine and the World. Main Highlights by the Morning of January 22

International media and news agencies have presented summaries of events in Ukraine and around the world, including in the context of the ongoing military actions. Here are the main points from the last 24 hours. Exercises of Ukrainian servicemen in the Zaporizhzhia region. Photo: Andriy Andriyenko / Armed Forces of Ukraine. It was expected that the World Economic Forum in Davos this week would announce the agreement on a $800 billion recovery plan for Ukraine involving Europe and the USA, but

22.01.2026, 08:00

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Mongolia and the United States Conduct Another Joint Exercise "Gobi Wolf-2026"

From December 21 to 23, a meeting of the working group dedicated to the preparation of the international exercises "Gobi Wolf-2026" will take place at the Main Department of Emergency Situations (GUES). This initiative is being implemented in partnership with the U.S. Pacific Land Command. Details are reported by MiddleAsianNews. The meeting will be chaired by Colonel Uranchimig Tsogtbayar, Deputy Head of GUES, and Major Dmitry Leontyev, Deputy Attaché of the U.S. Embassy in

22.01.2026, 07:23

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The construction industry of Mongolia will demonstrate an average annual growth of 4.3% from 2026 to 2029.

According to the report on the construction sector of Mongolia, a 9.5% increase in production volumes is projected in real terms by 2025. This is linked to the rise in producer price indices in areas such as energy, transport, and housing construction, and covers forecasts up to 2029. The data is presented by MiddleAsianNews. Forecasts indicate that the construction sector of Mongolia will develop due to public-private investments in key areas such as energy, transport infrastructure, and

22.01.2026, 06:55

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K-pop idols chose Mongolia for their entertainment show. Video

The Mongolian part of the new tourist show "ON THE MAP" featuring the group NCT WISH will be aired soon, as reported by MiddleAsianNews. The Mnet Plus filming crew announced the launch of their new travel entertainment program "ON THE MAP" on January 20. In this project, K-pop performers, including NCT WISH, will explore various countries, completing tasks and filling out a map. In this series, they travel to Mongolia to take on challenges and showcase their talents.

22.01.2026, 06:42

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In 2025, Mongolia's industrial production increased by 4.8%

On Wednesday, the National Statistical Office of Mongolia (NSO) released data indicating that in 2025, the volume of industrial production amounted to ₮52.9 trillion ($14.8 billion), which is 4.8% more than last year. This information is reported by MiddleAsianNews. In the NSO report, it is noted that this growth is due to a significant increase in production in key sectors such as mining, mineral extraction, and processing. The mining sector continues to be the cornerstone of Mongolia's

22.01.2026, 06:24

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In northern Mongolia, the temperature dropped to minus 45.2 °C overnight.

The village of Bugant in the Eröö sum of Selenge province According to the National Agency for Meteorology and Environmental Monitoring, this is the lowest temperature recorded in the country during the current winter season. The weather forecast for January 22, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM is as follows:

22.01.2026, 05:48