UN Inspectors Return to Iran Amid Protests and Sanctions Threat
IAEA chief Rafael Grossi confirms a limited resumption of inspections at Iran’s Bushehr site as Europe weighs reimposing UN sanctions
Archive for August 27, 2025
Erdogan Inaugurates Turkey’s New “Steel Dome” Air Defense System
The integrated network of sea- and land-based platforms marks a major milestone for Turkey’s defense industry amid rising regional tensions
Nvidia Results to Test Strength of AI Boom Amid Bubble Fears
The $4 trillion chipmaker is expected to post 49% profit growth and $4 bn in revenue, but slowing momentum and China trade risks raise investor questions
Bill Gates Foundation Cuts Ties With Arabella Advisors Amid Political Scrutiny
The $77 bn Gates Foundation will no longer channel grants through Arabella Advisors, a firm accused of fuelling “dark money” networks linked to Democrats
FIFA Warns India of Possible Ban Over Delayed Football Reforms
BYD Tops Weekly EV Sales in China, Tesla Falls Sharply
Leapmotor emerged as the standout performer
Japan and Uzbekistan Hold First Strategic Dialogue Between Foreign Ministers
They also presented agreements on two grant projects
BYD Yangwang U9 Breaks World EV Speed Record with 472 km/h Performance
The latest run represents a 20.53% improvement
Xi to Host Modi and Putin at Major Security Summit in China
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting in Tianjin gathers over 20 world leaders, with Xi, Modi and Putin expected to discuss border issues, trade and multipolar cooperation
Donald Trump Reacts to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Engagement
The congratulatory tone contrasts sharply with Trump’s past remarks about Swift
Apple Confirms September Event to Launch iPhone 17 and New Watches
Pre-orders for the new iPhones will begin on September 12
Uzbekistan Opens First Migrant Resource Centre with EU and ICMPD
This is the third MRC to open in Central Asia
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Announce Engagement After Two-Year Romance
The couple’s relationship began in September 2023
Poor Air Quality and Hot Weather Persist in Uzbekistan on August 27
The capital is expected to see daytime highs of 37°C to 39°C
Apple’s Foldable iPhone Leak Hints at Radical Redesign
SpaceX’s Starship Completes First Successful Test Flight with Satellite Deployment
The world’s largest rocket launched from Texas, splashing down in the Indian Ocean after deploying satellites, in a breakthrough for Elon Musk’s Moon and Mars ambitions
Best Currency Exchange Rates in Uzbekistan on August 27
USD Strengthens after a period of stagnation
Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas Join Cadillac Formula 1 Team for 2026
Both have signed multi-year contracts
UzAuto Motors Unveils Chevrolet Tahoe High Country in Uzbekistan
Interior upgrades include a redesigned steering wheel and dashboard