Tencent Expands Central Asia Payment Network Through Kyrgyzstan Partnership
The agreement will allow Weixin Pay users to make payments through Eldik Bank’s merchant network, supporting tourism and regional trade
Archive for May 2026
Hong Kong Targets Stronger Economic Ties with Uzbekistan and Central Asia
A business delegation led by Hong Kong’s chief executive is set to visit Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan to explore new investment and partnership opportunities
Uzbekistan Strengthens Regulation of Growing Microfinance Sector
New regulatory measures aim to promote responsible lending practices and support the sustainable development of the country’s non-bank financial market
President Mirziyoyev Ratifies Uzbekistan’s Accession to the BRICS New Development Bank
The NDB was established in 2014 by the founding members of the BRICS bloc
More Than 678,000 Uzbek Borrowers Improve Credit Standing after Reforms
Officials say the modernization of the credit information system is boosting financial inclusion and supporting growth in the banking sector
Number of Industrial Enterprises in Uzbekistan Continues to Grow in 2026
Officials say the expanding industrial sector is supporting job creation, economic diversification and increased production across key industries
Jailed Vietnamese Tycoon’s Seized Birkin Bags Auctioned for Over $535K
The standout item of the auction was a size 25 Birkin decorated with rhinestones
“Hello, Goodbye”: Stephen Colbert Bows Out of The Late Show with Sir Paul McCartney
Colbert has spent 11 seasons at the helm
Police Broaden Former Prince Andrew Misconduct Probe
Mountbatten-Windsor has vehemently denied any wrongdoing
Two-Time NASCAR Champion Kyle Busch Dies Aged 41
Busch leaves behind a staggering statistical legacy that few will ever rival
Arte Museum Las Vegas Unveils Immersive “BTS The City Arirang” Digital Exhibition
The entire digital showcase is heavily centred on Arirang
Norway Unveils 2026 World Cup Squad: Haaland and Odegaard Lead
Norway has been drawn into Group I
BP expands Indonesia Portfolio with Three New Oil and Gas Exploration Blocks
The new agreements increase BP’s Indonesian portfolio to 11 blocks as the company deepens investment in Southeast Asia’s largest economy
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Seek Fresh UK Start as Geneva Speech Sparks Debate
Katie Price Steps Back from Search for Missing Husband Amid Ongoing Investigation
John Travolta’s New Look Sparks Plastic Surgery Speculation Online
Khabib Nurmagomedov Calls Dana White’s Comeback Claim “an Absolute Lie”
The undefeated MMA star reaffirmed his commitment to retirement and rejected suggestions that a lucrative offer could bring him back to the UFC
Reported US-Israeli Plan to Install Ahmadinejad in Iran Reportedly Collapses
Reports suggest discussions about Ahmadinejad’s possible return to power unraveled as tensions continue over Iran’s political future and regional security
Iran Warns of Wider Regional War as Strait of Hormuz Talks Remain Stalled
Tehran says any future military escalation could spread beyond the Middle East while diplomatic efforts to restore maritime traffic and ease tensions remain deadlocked
Why the UK Finished Last at Eurovision 2026 Despite a Standout Performance
Experts and fans say Britain’s latest Eurovision setback reflects deeper issues in song selection and long-term planning rather than a lack of talent on stage
YouTuber Accused of Faking Evidence in Kim Soo-hyun Defamation Case
The fabricated evidence centred heavily on purported KakaoTalk message histories
The Cockroach Janta Party: How a Reviled Insect Became Symbol of India’s Disenchanted Youth
The CJP quickly garnered tens of thousands of official registrations
Germany Unveils 2026 World Cup Squad in Live YouTube Broadcast
The most notable inclusion between the sticks is the veteran Manuel Neuer
Fans Hail “Drishyam 3” as Masterful Thriller With Unforgettable Interval Twist
X was flooded with enthusiastic reactions from cinema-goers