In Mongolia, more than ten varieties of potatoes have been selected and introduced into production
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In Mongolia, more than ten varieties of potatoes have been selected and introduced into production

In 2025, two new potato varieties were introduced to the market: "Darkhan-212" and "Darkhan-222." This information was provided by MiddleAsianNews. According to the Ministry of Food, Agriculture, and Light Industry, the Institute of Plant Breeding and Agricultural Sciences has developed over 100 varieties of various agricultural crops, of which more than 20 have been adapted to the region's conditions. Recently, the varieties "Darkhan-212" and

22.01.2026, 05:22
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Trump in Davos Demands Negotiations on Greenland and Threatens Europe with Tariffs

At the World Economic Forum in Davos on January 21, U.S. President Donald Trump delivered a speech, having been delayed at the event due to a technical issue with Air Force One. Despite the slight delay, his speech lasted over an hour, as reported by The Insider. Trump's speech raised concerns among European allies. He began by praising the economic achievements of the U.S., but focused primarily on issues related to Greenland, NATO, and criticism of Europe.

21.01.2026, 21:14
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Trump stated that the U.S. has "amazing" weapons that no one knows about

In an interview with News Nation, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the country has "amazing" weapons that "no one knows about." This statement came amid rumors of the use of unknown weaponry by American forces during the operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The program host asked Trump about reports of the alleged use of sonic weapons, to which he replied: "We have weapons that no one knows about. It's probably better not to talk about

21.01.2026, 21:08
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For the match against "Kairat," the fans of "Brugge" came in Borat costumes.

According to information provided by Tengrinews.kz, citing the Astana police department, the incident occurred on January 20. After the match, videos began to appear on social media showing fans of "Brugge" in the stands laughing and joking while dressed in outfits reminiscent of a film by Sacha Baron Cohen. As reported by the police, three foreign nationals were detained and taken to the station. "An administrative case has been initiated for appearing in a public place in a

21.01.2026, 20:14
France proposed NATO to conduct exercises in Greenland
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France proposed NATO to conduct exercises in Greenland

France has proposed to conduct NATO exercises in Greenland, according to a report by CNN citing the Élysée Palace. Last week, at Denmark's request, several European countries, including France, sent troops to the island for the "Arctic Resilience" exercises. According to NATO's official website, the exercises can last from one day to several weeks. Depending on the objectives set, they can involve either a few officers for specific tasks or thousands of military personnel

21.01.2026, 17:19
"Donald Trump's 'Council of Peace'. Who was invited and who agreed"
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"Donald Trump's 'Council of Peace'. Who was invited and who agreed"

U.S. President Donald Trump continues to propose ideas that spark controversy on the international stage. His latest initiative is the creation of the "Board of Peace." The editorial team of Kaktus.media has gathered information about this new body, who was invited, and how world leaders reacted to these invitations. What is the "Board of Peace"On January 16, Donald Trump announced the creation of the "Board of Peace," which is intended to function as an

21.01.2026, 16:24
The court sentenced the former Prime Minister of South Korea to 23 years for involvement in a coup.
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The court sentenced the former Prime Minister of South Korea to 23 years for involvement in a coup.

Han Dok Soo Han Dok Soo was recognized as an accomplice in the coup initiated by former President Yoon Suk Yeol, which was classified as a "state of emergency." The court found that the former prime minister facilitated the preparation of an unconstitutional decree and failed to take action to stop the use of police and military forces to seize the National Assembly and the Electoral Commission. Furthermore, the court established that Han discussed with Lee Sang Min, the former

21.01.2026, 15:35
In Uzbekistan, a contestant of the beauty pageant "Miss Earth 2025" was fined for using state symbols in her costume
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In Uzbekistan, a contestant of the beauty pageant "Miss Earth 2025" was fined for using state symbols in her costume

Shahrizoda Madaminova A court hearing took place regarding the violation of legislation on state symbols in connection with the design of Madaminova's outfit, as reported by Podrobno.uz. The competition was held on October 28 of last year in Manila, Philippines, and was organized under the auspices of the UN to raise awareness about environmental issues. On the runway, Shahrizoda appeared in a dress featuring elements of the flag and coat of arms of Uzbekistan. These photos attracted the

21.01.2026, 15:34
Kyrgyzstanis in the "Sakharovo" Center in the Moscow Region are held in harsh conditions
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Kyrgyzstanis in the "Sakharovo" Center in the Moscow Region are held in harsh conditions

A deputy appealed to the authorities with a request to protect migrants from illegal deportation and issues with documentation During a session of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Aigul Akhmedova raised the issue of the difficulties faced by citizens of Kyrgyzstan working in Russia. She reported that many of them, upon entering the Ministry of Internal Affairs database through the mobile application "Amina," are mistakenly classified as violators of migration rules.

21.01.2026, 15:32
A sharp drop in temperature is expected in Uzbekistan from Thursday to Saturday.
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A sharp drop in temperature is expected in Uzbekistan from Thursday to Saturday.

From January 22 to 24, precipitation is expected, mainly in the form of snow, which will begin on the night of January 22 and continue until the morning of January 23. Icy conditions are possible on some sections of the roads. In the mountainous and foothill areas of the republic, snow will fall from January 22 to 23, with heavy precipitation possible in some places.

21.01.2026, 14:43
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United Nations University: The World Enters the "Era of Global Water Bankruptcy"

In the context of constant depletion of groundwater, excessive distribution of water resources, land degradation, and environmental pollution, the United Nations University has published a new report stating the onset of an "era of global water bankruptcy" and urging world leaders to adapt to new conditions using scientific data. Losses of Water Capital

21.01.2026, 13:25
If necessary, in the harsh winter conditions, humanitarian aid will be strengthened
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If necessary, in the harsh winter conditions, humanitarian aid will be strengthened

At a recent meeting of the "Humanitarian Group," organized under the leadership of the Secretary of the State Emergency Commission and the UN Resident Coordinator, representatives of the UN and the Mongolian Red Cross discussed current weather conditions, weather forecasts, and potential risks of dzud that may arise during the winter and spring periods. Meeting participants emphasized the importance of timely and accurate information for organizing effective humanitarian assistance.

21.01.2026, 13:12
The USA has detained another tanker in the Caribbean Sea
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The USA has detained another tanker in the Caribbean Sea

According to the U.S. Southern Command, this detention underscores the authorities' intention to ensure that the only oil being exported from Venezuela is done so in accordance with international laws and regulations. The tanker "Sagitta" was added to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's sanctions list, which was published on October 1, 2025. The vessel is classified as part of a "shadow fleet" transporting sanctioned oil under a Panamanian flag. Its inclusion on

21.01.2026, 12:28
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ChatGPT Tried to Take Entrance Exams for Universities in Japan

The ChatGPT neural network, developed by OpenAI, has demonstrated impressive results on the unified entrance exam for Japanese universities, scoring the maximum points in nine out of 15 subjects. The overall accuracy of the answers was 97%, while in 2023 this figure was 91%, and in 2024 it was only 66%, reports Kyodo News, citing the company LifePromt, which conducted the testing. Among the subjects where ChatGPT achieved the highest results were chemistry, fundamentals of biology and physics,

21.01.2026, 12:26
The murderer of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has been sentenced to life in prison.
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The murderer of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has been sentenced to life in prison.

Shinzo Abe, who served as Prime Minister of Japan from 2006 to 2007 and again from 2012 to 2020, became a victim of an attack on July 8, 2022. He was shot by Yamagami during a speech to supporters in the city of Nara in western Japan. The assassin used a homemade shotgun and acted out of a sense of revenge, believing that the former prime minister had ties to the "Unification Church," which had caused serious harm to his family—his mother had donated $670,000 to the organization. The

21.01.2026, 12:10
Aliyev: Azerbaijan and Armenia Have Closed the Chapter of War
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Aliyev: Azerbaijan and Armenia Have Closed the Chapter of War

Ilham Aliyev President Aliyev also noted that the continuation of the conflict would lead to endless suffering and new casualties. "Someone had to stop this war, and we made the decision to end it," he emphasized. According to the president, the joint decision to cease hostilities was made based on agreements reached on August 8, 2025, in Washington, during a meeting with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and U.S. President Donald Trump. He added that these agreements are

21.01.2026, 11:46
ChatGPT Will Determine Users' Age
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ChatGPT Will Determine Users' Age

OpenAI has announced the implementation of a new feature in ChatGPT that will allow the determination of users' ages, which will help identify minors, according to the company's press release. The message emphasizes: “We are adding age verification to the consumer subscription plans of ChatGPT to establish whether users are under 18, thereby providing teenagers with a safe and appropriate experience.” To determine age, ChatGPT will use a model that analyzes behavioral signals as well

21.01.2026, 10:52
In Spain, another train derailed, one person died, 30 were injured
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In Spain, another train derailed, one person died, 30 were injured

As a result of the accident that occurred near the city of Gelida, a passenger suburban train derailed after colliding with a collapsed retaining wall, which happened due to heavy rain, as reported by El Mundo. This is not the only incident related to the railway in Catalonia. Approximately 130 passengers on a high-speed train were trapped in a tunnel due to technical problems with the overhead line. Additionally, 30 people from another train, which was traveling near Fornells de la Selva,

21.01.2026, 10:19
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Passenger trains derailed in two European countries

Two serious incidents involving railway transport have occurred in Europe, according to the press. In Spain, in the area of Gelida, located in the province of Barcelona, a suburban train derailed after colliding with a collapsed retaining wall. According to the publication El Mundo, as a result of this incident, the train driver was killed, and at least 15 people were injured, some of them in serious condition.

21.01.2026, 10:02
In Ulaanbaatar, -31 °C was recorded on the morning of January 21.
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In Ulaanbaatar, -31 °C was recorded on the morning of January 21.

The morning conditions in Ulaanbaatar on January 21 are expected to be stable, but some easing of the cold is anticipated in the western part of the country. The northern regions and other areas will experience variable cloudiness with no precipitation. In the eastern part of the country, the wind will blow from the northwest, while in other areas it will come from the west at a speed of 3–8 meters per second.

21.01.2026, 09:52
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Global tourism is returning to pre-pandemic growth rates

According to the "World Tourism Barometer" for the first quarter of 2025, the world welcomed 1.52 billion international tourists, which is 60 million more than in 2024, equivalent to a growth of 4%. This data was announced by the UN News Service. The figures indicate a return to pre-pandemic growth levels, which averaged 5% from 2009 to 2019. Success in this regard is attributed to high demand, stability in key markets, and the recovery of tourist flows in Asia and the Pacific region.

21.01.2026, 09:44