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FSB Names Suspects in Attempt on Deputy Head of the GRU Vladimir Alexeev

According to information provided by the FSB, the main perpetrator of the assassination attempt turned out to be Lyubomir Korba, born in 1960 and holding Russian citizenship. He was apprehended in Dubai with the support of local police, after which he was extradited to Moscow. The FSB's Public Relations Center posted a video of his return to Russia. Assisting him were Russian citizens Viktor Vasin (born in 1959) and Zinaida Serebrytskaya (born in 1971). Vasin was arrested in Moscow, while

08.02.2026, 15:41

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Elections for the House of Representatives are taking place in Japan

Extraordinary elections, held on February 8, are taking place against the backdrop of Takaiichi's desire to secure a new mandate to implement her program. This program includes plans to increase defense spending and tighten immigration policy. All 465 seats in the House will be contested in this election. According to Japanese broadcaster NHK World, more than 1,200 candidates are listed on the ballots, and the total number of registered voters in Japan is approximately 105 million.

08.02.2026, 15:26

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The lead singer of 3 Doors Down, Brad Arnold, has died.

The announcement of the musician's death appeared on the official social media accounts of the band. Arnold passed away on February 7, while sleeping next to his loved ones, after a long battle with cancer. According to BBC News, in May 2025, the musician revealed his diagnosis — stage four kidney cancer. Doctors diagnosed him with clear cell renal cell carcinoma with metastases to the lungs.

08.02.2026, 14:31

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In Italy, 3 skiers died as a result of avalanches while skiing off-piste in the area of the Winter Olympic Games.

In the Dolomites, near Cortina d'Ampezzo, where the women's alpine skiing competitions are taking place, two avalanches occurred in the Marmolada area. The Alpine Rescue Service reported that the body of one of the men, who was skiing with four other skiers and left the slope at the top of Punta Rocca, which is 3300 meters high and part of the Marmolada massif — the highest mountain in the Dolomites — has been found. Additionally, in Albosaggia, a village located in the lower part of

08.02.2026, 13:56

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In Islamabad, suspects in the mosque bombing have been arrested

Four people have been detained in Pakistan on suspicion of involvement in the terrorist attack that occurred at a Shia mosque on the outskirts of Islamabad, where 31 people fell victim to the explosion. This was reported on the KSAT.com website, citing local authorities. Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi stated that during the operations to detain suspects, four individuals were captured, including the alleged organizer of the attack, a suicide bomber.

08.02.2026, 13:54

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Ruslan Kazakbaev discussed the development of trade and economic relations with Turkish deputies

Aspects of inter-parliamentary cooperation were also discussed Recently, a meeting took place between Ruslan Kazakbaev, the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Turkey, and Abdullah Güler, a deputy and leader of the Justice and Development Party faction in the Grand National Assembly of Turkey. Yusuf Beyazit, a deputy and head of the inter-parliamentary friendship group "Turkey–Kyrgyzstan," also participated in the event.

08.02.2026, 13:19

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Hurricane "Martha" Hits Portugal and Approaches Spain

The hurricane that struck Portugal on February 7 brought heavy rains and winds exceeding 70 km/h. The storm is moving north, bringing with it abundant precipitation. Recent flooding caused by the "hurricane caravan" has submerged significant areas of the country, blocking hundreds of roads and disrupting rail services. Thousands of people have been forced to leave their homes due to the threat of flooding. Due to the severe weather conditions, three municipalities postponed the

08.02.2026, 12:57

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Scientists have discovered that life used oxygen long before it appeared in the atmosphere.

A study published in the journal Palaeogeography, Palaeoclimatology, Palaeoecology has shown that a key enzyme necessary for aerobic respiration appeared as early as the Mesoarchaean, which spans the period from 3.2 to 2.8 billion years ago. This significantly predates the Great Oxidation Event, which occurred about 2.3 billion years ago, when oxygen began to accumulate in the Earth's atmosphere. Cyanobacteria, which emerged around 2.9 billion years ago, are considered the first oxygen

08.02.2026, 10:20

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The number of fatalities from the explosion at a factory in northern China has risen to 8 people

Illustrative photo // Tengrinews The explosion occurred on February 7 at the biotechnology firm "Jiapeng," located in the Shanyin County of the city of Shouzhou, Shanxi Province. Rescue operations and investigations into the causes of the incident are currently ongoing. The company has been subjected to scrutiny, and a special group has been established to investigate the incident.

08.02.2026, 10:15

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The 2029 Asian Winter Games have been moved to Almaty

The Olympic Council of Asia has announced the relocation of the 2029 Asian Winter Games from Neom, the so-called "city of the future" in Saudi Arabia, to Almaty, the largest city in Kazakhstan. According to DW, the Games were initially planned to be held in Neom, which is located on the Red Sea coast. However, due to rising costs and falling oil prices, the authorities in Saudi Arabia decided to scale back some of their ambitious projects.

08.02.2026, 10:15

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Weather forecast for Mongolia for the next 5 days

// photo: ©Batzaya Choijiljav Weather conditions in Mongolia from February 9 to 13, 2026: In the mountainous areas of Khuvsgul and the foothills of Altai, light snowfall is expected on February 9, while in some parts of the western aimags, snow is anticipated on February 12. No precipitation is expected on the other days. The wind will blow at a speed of 3-8 meters per second, but on the 12th, its speed in the Altai mountains will increase to 14-16 meters per second.

08.02.2026, 07:56

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Mongolia's Foreign Currency Reserves Decreased to $6.7 Billion in January

It should be noted that this indicator recorded a decrease of 3.82% compared to the previous month and also a decrease of 3.82% since the beginning of the new year, as stated in the report of the Bank of Mongolia. The central bank expresses hope that the country's foreign reserves will grow to $10 billion in the long term.

08.02.2026, 04:32

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Scientists have determined the actual size of Jupiter

According to new measurements, the equatorial radius of the planet is 71,488 km, which is 8 km less than previous estimates, while the polar radius is 69,886 km, which is 24 km less. Previously, the sizes of Jupiter were determined based on data collected by the American probes Pioneer and Voyager, which were launched in the 1970s. However, the new study took into account not only more accurate measurements but also the influence of strong winds in the planet's atmosphere, which had not

08.02.2026, 03:33

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Foot drawing sold for $23 million. Recently discovered work by Michelangelo auctioned in the USA.

A sketch created over five hundred years ago was auctioned at the "Old Masters Paintings" auction. Initially, Christie's specialists estimated its value at two million dollars, but the auction price turned out to be ten times higher than that amount. This drawing depicts the foot of the pagan prophetess Sibyl of Libya, who was represented by Michelangelo in the fresco of the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican.

08.02.2026, 00:30

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In Japan, at least 45 people have died due to heavy snowfall

Heavy snowfall that began on January 20 has resulted in the deaths of at least 45 people in Japan, with around 500 others injured. This information was provided by the Japan Fire and Disaster Management Agency. The highest number of casualties has been recorded in the northwest of Niigata Prefecture, where 17 people have died and more than 170 have been injured. A difficult situation is also developing in the cities of Aomori and Wakkanai, where a large number of vehicles have become stranded

07.02.2026, 22:07

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An "Invisible Chemical Rain" of Eternal Pollutants Falls on Earth

Scientists from Lancaster University have conducted the first assessment of the accumulated pollutant in the world. Their analysis showed that from 2000 to 2022, approximately 335,500 tons of trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) fell to the Earth's surface, a consequence of the replacement of HFCs and the use of certain anesthetic gases. The study, published in the journal Geophysical Research Letters, emphasizes that the pollution situation is far from resolved. Many HFC substitutes can remain in

07.02.2026, 21:54

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Messi is considering a return to "Barcelona" after the 2026 World Cup

According to the publication Marca, Lionel Messi, who plays for "Inter Miami," is considering a return to "Barcelona." Sources say the forward has decided not to participate in the upcoming presidential elections for the club, scheduled for March 15, and is refraining from supporting any of the candidates to avoid getting involved in the club's internal affairs.

07.02.2026, 21:38

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China Sets World Record for the Most Drones in a Single Light Show

An incredible spectacle unfolded in the sky above "Luogan" Park. During the rehearsal for the Chinese New Year, which will begin on February 17, a record number of drones were involved - 22,580. These unmanned aerial vehicles, controlled from a single computer, formed complex dynamic shapes and symbols, creating a mesmerizing light show. The high level of coordination and technical skill allowed the organizers to set a new world record according to Guinness. This event is reported by

07.02.2026, 21:30

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In China, a village was left without electricity due to a pig on a drone

An unusual incident occurred on January 24 in Tongjiang County, located in Sichuan Province, where a local farmer decided to use a drone to transport pigs. During the first attempt, a pig suspended by a rope got tangled in a high-voltage power line, leading to an accident, reports the South China Morning Post. As a result of this incident, the village was left without electricity for nearly 10 hours. The energy company needed to involve 12 employees to address the damage. According to

07.02.2026, 21:07

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In Germany, the world's longest "lying" bridge was blown up

The controlled explosion conducted for the dismantling of the bridge resulted in a spectacular collapse of the structure, which was over 500 meters long, 204 meters wide, and about 80 meters high. Local residents dubbed this object the "lying Eiffel Tower" of Brandenburg due to its resemblance to the famous Paris landmark. This bridge was a special transport mechanism connecting two banks of the planned canal. Over its 45 years of operation, it managed to move approximately 3.5

07.02.2026, 20:24

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A diplomatic scandal erupted between the USA and Poland over "insults directed at Trump"

In his statement posted on social media platform X, Ambassador Rose announced that the American side will no longer maintain contacts with the Speaker of the Polish Parliament. He emphasized that the U.S. cannot afford actions that could negatively impact relations with Poland or offend Trump, reports Polish Radio. Rose also noted that from this moment on, all contacts with Czajasty are terminated. He added that such insults could significantly undermine the wonderful relations between the two

07.02.2026, 18:23

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Scientists link excess salt in the diet to memory deterioration and anxious behavior

A study conducted by scientists from the Medical Research Center of Xi'an Jiaotong University focused on the impact of salt on the interaction between the gut and the brain, known as the "gut-brain axis." The results of the work were published in the European Journal of Pharmacology. In the experiment, six-month-old male mice were divided into two groups: one group received a standard diet, while the other was fed a high-salt diet consisting of 8% sodium chloride. After six

07.02.2026, 17:04

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Kazhydromet: Most of Kazakhstan is expected to have dry weather

In the west, east, and southeast of the country, a small amount of precipitation is expected, mainly in the form of snow, and there may also be ice. Additionally, throughout the republic, an increase in wind is predicted, accompanied by snowstorms and fog.

07.02.2026, 16:08

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The Taliban Introduced a Criminal Code Legalizing Slavery and the Murder of Dissenters

The organization Rawadari reported receiving a copy of the "Criminal Code of the Taliban Courts," which was signed by Mullah Hibatullah and sent to the regions for implementation in judicial practice. This was reported by The Insider. It is reported that the code includes three sections, ten chapters, and 119 articles, and, according to human rights defenders, it contradicts international human rights standards and principles of fair trial. It lacks guarantees for the right to an

07.02.2026, 16:02