Trump Pushes Back after Xi Reportedly Calls U.S. a “Declining Nation”
The exchange came during a high-profile Trump-Xi summit focused on trade, Taiwan and global security tensions
Archive for May 15, 2026
Dua Lipa Sues Samsung for $15 Mln over Alleged Unauthorised Use of Her Image
The singer alleges Samsung unlawfully used her likeness on TV packaging, creating the impression of a commercial endorsement
Powerful Earthquake Strikes Japan as Warnings Issued Across Five Regions
Japanese officials issued safety warnings after a 6.3-magnitude quake shook northeastern areas, though no tsunami threat was reported
Iran-UAE Tensions Prevent BRICS from Issuing Joint Statement on Middle East War
Disagreements over the Iran conflict exposed growing divisions within the expanded BRICS alliance as member states struggled to reach consensus
FBI Renews Hunt for Former U.S. Intelligence Officer Accused of Spying for Iran
US authorities announced a $200,000 reward as tensions with Iran continue to rise over espionage and national security concerns
Azerbaijan Hosts 9th Kharibulbul International Music Festival in Shusha
Artists from multiple countries gathered in Azerbaijan’s cultural capital to celebrate music, heritage and international cultural dialogue
Etihad Airways and Uzbekistan Airways Launch New Codeshare Partnership
The agreement aims to strengthen tourism, trade and transit travel between Central Asia and the Middle East
Mirziyoyev Proposes “Digital Turkic Corridor” and Cybersecurity Alliance
The initiative aims to connect regional data centers, strengthen AI cooperation and improve cybersecurity among Turkic nations
How Much Uzbekistan Earned from Tourists Since Beginning of 2026
Tourist arrivals from China, Malaysia, Japan and the United States surged as Uzbekistan’s tourism industry recorded strong growth in early 2026
Uzbekistan Builds 5,000-Capacity Mosque in Turkestan Visited by Mirziyoyev and Tokayev
The large Islamic complex in Turkestan can host more than 5,000 worshippers and reflects traditional eastern and Islamic architectural styles
Elizabeth Olsen Joins Kristen Stewart in Vampire Thriller “Flesh of the Gods”
The star-studded horror project has generated buzz ahead of Cannes, marking Kristen Stewart’s return to the vampire genre after Twilight
Uzbekistan Allocates 450 Bn Soums for Regional Tourism infrastructure
Authorities plan new tourism master plans, infrastructure upgrades and regional development projects as part of reforms in Uzbekistan’s tourism sector
London Politica Analyst Says BP’s Return to Uzbekistan Sends Strong Signal to Global Investors
The $2 bn project involving BP, SOCAR and Uzbekneftegaz could strengthen Uzbekistan’s investment image and attract more Western energy companies
GSMA M360 Eurasia 2026 to Spotlight AI and Digital Growth in Samarkand
The Samarkand summit will unite policymakers and industry executives as Uzbekistan strengthens its role as a regional hub for AI and digital transformation
Max Verstappen’s AMG GT Squad Secures 4th Place for Nurburgring 24 Hours
The immense pressure of the final flying lap fell to seasoned GT specialist Dani Juncadella
Samarkand to Host FIDE Presidential Elections This September
This electoral event forms part of the wider FIDE Congress
“A Perfect Target”: Uzbek Survivor Testifies to Abuse While Jeffrey Epstein Was Under House Arrest
Roza delivered her harrowing account alongside other victims
Uzbekistan’s Green Energy Production Jumps 29%
This growing portfolio is currently dominated by solar energy
Centrum Air Expands Fleet With 16th Aircraft Named After Alisher Navoi
This latest addition joins three other specially named aircraft
The $13 Trln Elite: Google Secures Top Spot in Kantar BrandZ 2026 Rankings
The brands at the top of the index succeed by turning intelligence into action
Shakira and Burna Boy Drop “Dai Dai” as the Official Anthem for the 2026 World Cup
The artists also use the track to pay homage to footballing royalty
Forza Horizon 6 Speeds to Top of Review Charts Despite Leak
TechRadar awarded the game four-and-a-half stars
Barbara Palvin and Dylan Sprouse Announce First Pregnancy at Cannes Film Festival
The couple's love story began after they crossed paths at a party in 2017
Boeing Stock Slides as China’s 200-Jet Order Misses Wall Street Expectations
The aircraft order was widely expected to be a cornerstone of the business agreements