Maduro Appears in New York Court Accused of Leading Vast Cocaine Trafficking Network
US prosecutors accuse the Venezuelan president of leading a military-backed drug network supplying cocaine to the US and Europe
Archive for January 2026
China’s “Artificial Sun” Achieves Record Plasma Density in Fusion Breakthrough
Chinese scientists overcome a key theoretical limit in nuclear fusion, bringing commercial clean energy a step closer
Manchester City to pay £62.5 Mln for Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo
Netflix Unveils 2026 Series Line-Up
The platform will open the year with two instalments of the fourth season of Bridgerton
German President Warns Against Global Order Sliding Into Lawlessness
Steinmeier said democracy worldwide is under greater threat than ever before
Russia Plans to Double Gas Supplies to Uzbekistan by 2030
The increase in supplies will depend on resolving technical and pricing issues
Kyrgyz President Credits Uzbekistan for Mediating Border Conflict
Border clashes between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan erupted in 2021 and 2022
Jim Rogers Sells Russian Assets and Invests in Uzbek Stocks
He has not hedged against currency risks
Timur Aliyev Appointed Head of WB Taxi in Uzbekistan
He previously oversaw Yandex Go operations
French Farmers Stage Paris Protests Against EU-Mercosur Trade Pact
Dozens of tractors were parked along the Seine
Trump Announces U.S. Withdrawal from Multiple UN Agencies
Among them is the UNFCCC, the main climate treaty
Around 1,500 Indian Workers Protest in Uzbekistan Over Unpaid Wages
Employees also reported a lack of funds for food
Disney Casts Teagan Croft and Milo Manheim in Live-Action Tangled
The original film featured the voices of Mandy Moore and Zachary Levi
U.S. Intercepts Venezuela-Linked Russian Oil Tanker
Moscow has criticised U.S. actions related to Venezuela
Iran Warns of Pre-Emptive Military Action as Protests and US Tensions Escalate
Army chief Amir Hatami issues a stark warning amid nationwide protests, soaring inflation and renewed rhetoric from the United States
Stranger Things Fans Clash Over “Secret Episode” Theory After Series Finale
Online speculation dubbed “Conformity Gate” claims the finale was an illusion, but Jamie Campbell Bower appears to shut down the theory
Young African Migrants Sleep on Paris Streets as Snowfall Brings Freezing Temperatures
Around 300 unaccompanied migrants, many seeking recognition as minors, are spending winter nights in tents across central Paris amid worsening cold
Lewis Hamilton Turns 41 as F1 Star Reaffirms Focus on Racing and Eighth Title Bid
The seven-time world champion marks his 41st birthday amid Ferrari challenges, renewed retirement speculation and his continued pursuit of Formula One history
Hassan Sentamu Case: Where He Is Now and How the Killing of Elianne Andam Inspired Netflix’s Adolescence
The murder of schoolgirl Elianne Andam by teenager Hassan Sentamu has resurfaced amid renewed attention on Netflix’s Adolescence and real-life teenage violence.
Larry Page Reportedly Leaves California Amid Wealth Tax Debate
Google co-founder Larry Page relocates assets and residency amid uncertainty over a proposed 5% tax on ultra-rich Californians
Chevron and Quantum Target Lukoil Foreign Assets
Saudi firm Midad Energy is also considered a potential bidder
Uzbekistan Attracts 24% More Investment in 2025
Foreign direct investment made up the bulk
Sebastian Stan in Talks for “The Batman Part II” Alongside Robert Pattinson
The sequel, directed by Matt Reeves, is expected to start filming next spring
Afghanistan Maintains Trade in 2025 Via Iran and Central Asia
Key exports included dried fruits, coal, carpets