The daughter of Vladimir Putin has been appointed director of the medical institute at Moscow State University.

As reported on the official website of the Faculty of Fundamental Medicine at Lomonosov Moscow State University, Maria Vorontsova has been appointed head of the MNOI. This press release also mentions other appointments: Konstantin Kulebyakin has become the new deputy director for scientific activities, while Maxim Domashenko has taken the position of deputy director for clinical work, becoming the director of the University Clinic of MNOI. The creation of MNOI took place in November 2023 by

Britain is considering the possibility of sending troops to Greenland amid Trump's statements

According to information from GB News, citing The Telegraph, the UK government is in discussions about the possibility of sending its military to Greenland. This discussion has become relevant after Donald Trump expressed interest in the island in the context of US strategic plans. The office of Prime Minister Keir Starmer has already begun consultations with European allies regarding the potential deployment of troops to this Arctic territory. Military planners are working on proposals for a

The Head of the European Commission Expressed Support for Protesters in Iran

On the evening of January 10, Ursula von der Leyen made a statement on the social network X, expressing full support for the protesters in Iran. She condemned the violent actions against peaceful demonstrators. This was reported by Deutsche Welle. According to von der Leyen, Europe firmly condemns the suppression of legitimate protests and expresses solidarity with Iranians demanding freedom. "The heroes on the streets of Tehran and other cities around the world are calling for freedom of

Maria Corina Machado: I want to award the Nobel Prize to Trump. Nobel Committee: the prize cannot be transferred.

The Nobel Committee, "in response to numerous inquiries," published a press release regarding the unchangeable status of the Nobel Peace Prize laureate. In the committee's statement, it is noted: "The facts are unequivocal. Once the Nobel Prize is awarded, it cannot be revoked, divided, or transferred to another person. This decision is final and indefinite." Maria Corina Machado, one of the leading representatives of the Venezuelan opposition and the Nobel Peace Prize

The USA struck ISIS targets in Syria

The United States of America, in conjunction with allied forces, conducted a series of strikes against "Islamic State" (ISIS) targets on Syrian territory. This was reported by the Central Command of the U.S. Armed Forces on the social network X. According to the statement, these attacks were part of Operation "Hawk Strike," which was initiated on December 19, 2025, at the direction of U.S. President Donald Trump. The operation was a response to a deadly ISIS attack on

The U.S. Will Ease Sanctions Against Venezuela for Oil Sales

In an interview with Reuters, Bessent commented: “Sanctions on oil sales will be lifted. This could happen as early as next week.” He also reminded that Venezuelan assets worth 5 billion dollars remain locked. Scott Bessent plans to hold meetings next week with the leadership of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank to discuss the possibility of resuming cooperation with Venezuela. According to him, the frozen assets could be used to restore the country's economy.

Time: The number of deaths during the protests in Iran has exceeded 200 people

According to a source, the bodies of the deceased were found in six hospitals in Tehran, and most of them died from gunshot wounds. Time's materials also state that on January 9, the corpses were removed from medical facilities. At the same time, Iranian human rights activists present different statistics, according to which, based on data from the HRANA organization, at least 65 people have died during two weeks of protests in the country — among them 50 protesters and 14 security

U.S. State Department Urges Americans to Leave Venezuela Immediately

According to information from the State Department, the situation in Venezuela remains extremely unstable. Americans in the country are strongly advised to leave, especially in light of the resumption of international flights. It is also recommended to exercise caution and closely monitor the surrounding environment before departure. The department also reported an increase in the activity of armed groups that are setting up checkpoints and inspecting vehicles for the presence of American

Turkic Language Film Days to be Held in Vienna from January 12 to 15

Within the framework of the event, representatives from member countries of the Turkic Council, international organizations, diplomats, and members of the Turkic diaspora will gather, which will strengthen cultural ties among the participants. The Second Turkic Culture Week takes place after a successful debut last year in Geneva. The main goal of this event is to expand international cooperation and deepen cultural ties between Turkic states.

In Madrid, a Chinese restaurant was closed for serving… pigeons disguised as duck.

NASA satellite captures tsunami for the first time with unprecedented detail

The Surface Water Ocean Topography satellite, or SWOT, was in the right place at the moment when an earthquake of magnitude 8.8 occurred off the coast of the Kamchatka Peninsula on July 29, becoming one of the most powerful earthquakes recorded since 1900. In a study published in The Seismic Record, high-quality satellite imagery of a major tsunami in a subduction zone was obtained for the first time. Instead of observing the simple propagation of a single wave, the data revealed complex

Time: The number of deaths in protests in Iran has exceeded 200 people

According to data provided by Time magazine, the number of fatalities in the protests in Iran may have exceeded 200 people. This information came from a doctor in Tehran, while official sources refuse to publish their data. Despite internet access restrictions, videos of the events continue to emerge from the country, which were presumably transmitted via Starlink satellite communication. The footage shows mass riots occurring in Tehran: residential buildings and religious structures are on

Video from the phone of the ICE officer who shot a woman in Minneapolis has emerged

On January 9, the resources of Alpha News and CNN released a recording made during the incident that resulted in the death of Rene Nicole Good. According to information, the video was recorded on the mobile phone of ICE agent Jonathan Ross, who opened fire. A representative of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security confirmed that the recording indeed belongs to the agent.

Boston Dynamics will launch serial production of the new Atlas robot

At CES 2026, Boston Dynamics showcased Atlas — a humanoid robot designed for automating work in factories and warehouses. It is expected that investments in its purchase will pay off within two years. Developers note that Atlas is designed for continuous operation in a manufacturing environment. The robot has the ability to autonomously replace its batteries and damaged limbs, allowing it to work without long breaks. In the event of close contact with a human, Atlas automatically stops, and its

Heavy snowfall temporarily halted the operations of Moscow airports

As a result of heavy snowfall, the airports of Moscow, including "Sheremetyevo," "Domodedovo," "Vnukovo," and "Zhukovsky," were forced to make temporary changes to their flight schedules. This was reported by the Ministry of Transport of Russia. The ministry stated that since the beginning of the day, 603 flights had been serviced for arrivals and departures, of which 214 were at "Sheremetyevo." This airport had virtually no incoming flights

In Wrocław Zoo, a dwarf deer attacked a female rhinoceros

The incident occurred with a rhinoceros named Marusya when a muntjac, feeling threatened by the hormonal activity of its partner, displayed aggression. According to the zookeeper, it perceived the rhinoceros as a rival. However, Marusya, as noted by specialists, was not aggressive and viewed the muntjac's actions more as play. Only when the rhinoceros slightly withdrew did she snort, signaling that she did not wish to continue the interaction.

In Russia, migrants are set to be fined for evading medical examinations.

Illustrative photo The Russian authorities plan to introduce measures of responsibility for labor migrants who do not undergo mandatory medical examinations. This statement was made by the Chairman of the State Duma, Vyacheslav Volodin. The period during which foreigners arriving for more than three months must undergo a medical examination will be reduced from 90 to 30 days. All examination results must be sent by medical institutions to the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, and in case

Iran accused the US and Israel of orchestrating unrest in the country

The Supreme National Security Council of Iran issued a statement accusing the U.S. and Israel of orchestrating the unrest that has engulfed the country. The information was posted on the website of the state agency IRIB. The document emphasizes that the recent events, which began with a peaceful protest, were undermined by the actions of the "Zionist enemy," posing a threat to the security of the Iranian people. The statement also mentions remarks by Donald Trump, indicating

Trump stated that Denmark's historical presence does not mean its rights to Greenland.

During a meeting with representatives of major oil companies at the White House, Trump expressed the opinion that the historical presence of the Danes does not make Greenland their property. This statement was made on Friday, as reported by Fox News. “I really love Denmark, it has been good to me, and I respect it. But the fact that the Danes landed there 500 years ago does not give them the right to this land. I’m sure our ships have also entered these waters,” Trump noted while commenting on

Where the Street Won and Where It Lost: Protests, Coups, and Harsh Suppression in 2025

In 2025, the world faced a wave of mass protests and coups that swept across various countries. Protesters raised demands ranging from fighting corruption and improving living standards to changing long-standing regimes. Some movements succeeded, while others faced harsh repression, and some actions were temporarily suspended but may flare up again. In this material, the editorial team of Kaktus.media examines the key events of 2025 related to mass protests and coups. Nepal: Youth Revolution

China responded to Trump's statements about Taiwan

Mao Ning, the official representative of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, confirmed that Taiwan is an inseparable part of China and that issues related to Taiwan are exclusively internal affairs of the country. This information was stated during a press briefing where she commented on recent remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump, as reported by "Xinhua". Mao Ning emphasized that "the resolution of issues related to Taiwan must be in the hands of the Chinese people, and

Italy's Prime Minister urged Europe to start negotiations not only with Kyiv but also with Moscow

In a recent statement by Giorgia Meloni, the Prime Minister of Italy, attention was drawn to the need for a common strategy for Europe in the context of the conflict in Ukraine, which includes negotiations with both Moscow and Kyiv. Meloni also proposed appointing a special envoy from Europe for the Ukrainian issue to ensure a unified vision and coordination of actions. "Such a person will be able to speak on our behalf," she added.

Tokaev will meet with Trump again soon, - new US ambassador

During the event, Julie Staft emphasized that the United States was the first nation to recognize Kazakhstan's independence. She noted that the bilateral partnership has reached an unprecedented level that has not been achieved before. Staft also added that cooperation between the U.S. and Kazakhstan covers a wide range of areas, including culture and trade-economic relations. The ambassador mentioned that Donald Trump and Kassym-Jomart Tokayev maintain close ties and communicate

Trump: The US may strike drug cartels in Mexico

The president did not specify the timeline for the attack On the Hannity program, broadcast on Fox News, U.S. President Donald Trump announced the intention of American troops to begin ground operations against drug cartels in Mexico.