The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia, Battsetseg Batmunkh, shared information about her meeting with U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau, which took place on Thursday. During her working visit to the United States, she held a series of meetings and negotiations aimed at deepening relations and expanding cooperation between the two countries.
Uchral Nyam-Osor From February 9 to 12, 2026, at the invitation of Vyacheslav Viktorovich Volodin, Chairman of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of Russia, Uchral Nyam-Osor, Speaker of the Great State Khural of Mongolia, will arrive in Russia on an official visit. The main objective of the visit is to further strengthen the strategic partnership between Mongolia and Russia, as well as to maintain regular high-level mutual visits. Additionally, it is planned to continue the political
left: Dina Titus and John Moolenaar The return of the Mongolia Caucus in the 119th Congress of the USA is marked by the appointment of co-chairs: Democrat Dina Titus from Nevada and Republican John Moolenaar from Michigan. The main goal of the Mongolia Caucus will be to develop and strengthen ties between the U.S. Congress and the Parliament of Mongolia, as well as to raise support in Congress for deepening bilateral relations in all areas. This update strengthens the interaction between the
SODGEREL Olziikhutag According to MiddleAsianNews, Sodgerel has become the first Mongolian to enter the prestigious BoF 500 Class of 2025 list, recognized in the fashion industry. The publication The Business of Fashion annually publishes the BoF 500 list, which includes key figures who have significantly influenced the global fashion industry. Sodgerel Olziikhutag, founder and editor-in-chief of BURO. Mongolia and Velin magazines, has secured a unique place in the “BoF 500 Class of 2025,”
This championship features 23 cyclists from Mongolia competing in seven different age categories, showcasing their skills in speed, endurance, and technical mastery. The honor of the country at the competition was defended by national team member and international class sports master Tömülen Khadbaatar, who won the first medal for Mongolia. He became the silver medalist in the individual time trial over a distance of 24.6 km among athletes under 23 years old, finishing with a time of 30
Narantuya Bayarsaihan, an outstanding Mongolian snooker player, showcased excellent skills at the 2026 Asian Championship, winning gold and becoming a two-time champion. On the morning session of February 6 in Doha, the women's final took place, where Narantuya Bayarsaihan, the reigning champion, returned to the table with the intention of defending the title she won last year in Doha. Her opponent was Indian athlete Keerthana Pandian, who put up a strong fight in the early stages of the
“According to the CMM report — Capital Markets Mongolia titled Mongolia DealBook 2025, the private sector of Mongolia managed to attract $2.6 billion from international investors in 2025,” reports MiddleAsianNews. 🤑Breakthrough Year
As reported by MiddleAsianNews, the signing of an agreement between USTDA and Mongolia regarding civil aviation will be a key step in organizing direct flights between the two countries. The U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) is taking steps to strengthen America's position in the Indo-Pacific region by promoting the establishment of safe and reliable air routes between the United States and Mongolia. On February 5, 2026, USTDA signed an agreement to fund technical assistance to
During his visit, Macron discussed with students topics related to the educational process, issues of bullying, and everyday life at school, listening to their opinions and answering questions. The meeting took place in the cafeteria of a high school located in the city of Vesoul. It is worth noting that such informal visits are conducted by the president to directly interact with young people, paying attention to their learning conditions and receiving feedback from students without
As part of the annual festival at Harbin Polarland, a penguin parade took place, as reported by ECNS. The birds, accompanied by park staff, walked past spectators in costumes, including ties and bow ties. Harbin Polarland is the world's first theme park dedicated to polar animals and Arctic landscapes.
According to the Laboratory, region 4366 has set a new record for the number of strong flares, recording three M-class flares. This means that the total number of registered flares in this region has now reached 66. An update from NOAA's catalog has confirmed this data. Previously, the record was held by region 3664, which recorded 64 flares of M-class and above, and was responsible for the largest magnetic storm in the last 20 years.
Illustrative photo The incident that led to the detention occurred on February 6 in Moscow, when a man opened fire on General Alekseev in a residential building on Volokolamsk Highway. The general was urgently hospitalized in one of the capital's hospitals. According to information provided by law enforcement agencies, a Russian citizen, Lyubomir Korba, was arrested in connection with this attack. Two of his accomplices were also identified: one was detained in Moscow, while the other
An earthquake, according to EMSC, occurred at a depth of 15 kilometers, with the epicenter located approximately 90 kilometers east of the city of Guantanamo, which has a population of about 300,000 people. Despite the alarm raised among the local population, authorities decided not to issue a tsunami warning and continue to monitor the situation. Emergency services urged citizens to follow information through official channels.
The incident occurred on February 7, Saturday, around 6:00 PM, when the ride, which had 26 people on it, unexpectedly collapsed. The "Top Spin" structure detached from its mountings during operation and fell to the ground, causing panic among visitors who tried to shelter from the falling parts. Also known as "Tsunami," this ride simulates a giant wave, spinning passengers around its axis. Witnesses claim that one side of the structure broke off at a height, turning the
As Axios reports, information about the meeting came from U.S. diplomats and officials. Currently, the plans are in the initial stages and may change. The meeting is scheduled to take place at the U.S. Institute of Peace, which was renamed the Donald Trump Institute of Peace in December.
According to information provided by the Public Relations Center of the FSB of Russia, three suspects have been named in connection with the assassination attempt on Lieutenant General Vladimir Alexeev, who holds the position of Deputy Head of the Main Intelligence Directorate. This was reported by sources including TASS and "Izvestia". The FSB established that the direct executor of the attack was Lyubomir Korba, born in 1960 and a citizen of Russia. He was detained in Dubai with the
On the first day of the Winter Olympic Games 2026 in Italy, February 7, acts of sabotage occurred on the railway, leading to significant delays in train services. It has been reported that the police's anti-terrorism unit has begun an investigation, as noted by DW. According to information from Italian authorities, three acts of sabotage were recorded in the north of the country. As a result, high-speed and regional trains were delayed by up to 2.5 hours.
As reported by Le Figaro on February 6, the National Financial Prosecutor's Office of France has initiated an investigation related to possible money laundering and tax fraud involving the names of Jacques and Caroline Lang. Their names appear more than 673 times in the Epstein case materials. The investigation is focusing on an offshore company established by Caroline Lang in 2016 in collaboration with Epstein in the Virgin Islands. Media reports indicate that Jacques Lang is also listed
The extraordinary elections taking place on February 8 are an important step for Takaiichi, who is seeking a mandate to continue her policies, including increasing budget allocations for defense and tightening immigration regulations. In these elections, 465 seats in parliament will be contested, and according to NHK World, more than 1,200 candidates are listed on the ballots. The total number of registered voters in the country is approximately 105 million.
According to an official statement from the band on social media, Brad Arnold passed away on February 7. The musician died in his sleep surrounded by his family after a long battle with cancer. As the band reported on Twitter, his passing is a great loss for fans and loved ones.
As a result of the terrorist attack on a Shia mosque on the outskirts of Islamabad, which left 31 people dead, Pakistani authorities have detained four suspects. This was reported by KSAT.com. Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi stated that the operations to apprehend the suspects took place in several areas, during which the alleged organizer of the attack was arrested. According to him, this individual is an Afghan citizen linked to the "Islamic State."
The hurricane, which began its path on February 7, struck the mainland of Portugal south of Lisbon, causing significant damage with heavy rains and wind gusts exceeding 70 km/h. It is moving north, bringing new precipitation with it. After recent floods caused by a "caravan of hurricanes" in Portugal and the Iberian Peninsula, hundreds of roads have been blocked, rail services interrupted, and thousands of people have been forced to leave their homes due to rising water levels. The
In the Marmolada area, located in the Dolomites and near Cortina d'Ampezzo, where the women's alpine skiing competitions are taking place, two avalanches occurred. According to information from the alpine rescue service, one of the bodies found belonged to a man who was skiing with three other skiers on the slopes of Punta Rocca, which has an elevation of 3300 meters. This location is on the highest mountain in the Dolomites.
Issues of inter-parliamentary cooperation discussed The Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Turkey, Ruslan Kazakbaev, held a meeting with Abdullah Güler, a deputy and leader of the Justice and Development Party faction in the Grand National Assembly of Turkey. Also present at the meeting was Yusuf Beyazit, a deputy and head of the inter-parliamentary friendship group "Turkey–Kyrgyzstan".
A study published in the journal Palaeogeography, Palaeoclimatology, Palaeoecology confirms that geobiologists have examined the evolution of an important enzyme necessary for aerobic respiration and concluded that it appeared in the Mesoarchaean, around 3.2-2.8 billion years ago. This significantly predates the Great Oxidation Event, which occurred about 2.3 billion years ago, when oxygen began to accumulate actively in Earth's atmosphere. Cyanobacteria, considered the first oxygen
The Olympic Council of Asia has announced that the 2029 Asian Winter Games, originally scheduled to be held in Neom, will now take place in Almaty, the largest city in Kazakhstan. As reported by DW, the decision to relocate is linked to the scaling back of several projects in Saudi Arabia due to rising costs and falling oil prices.
Illustrative photo // Tengrinews The explosion occurred on February 7 in the production facility of the company "Jiapeng," located in the Shanyin County of the city of Shouzhou, Shanxi Province. Rescue operations are currently ongoing, and local authorities are investigating the causes of the tragedy. Control over the legal entity of the company has been established, and a special group has been formed to investigate the incident.
// photo: ©Batzaya Choijiljav Weather conditions in Mongolia from February 9 to 13, 2026: From February 9 to 13, a variety of weather conditions are expected in Mongolia. In the mountainous areas of Khuvsgul and the foothills of the Altai, light snow is possible on February 9, while on February 12, snowfall may affect some western aimags. On other days, no snow is forecasted. The wind will blow at a speed of 3-8 meters per second, but on the 12th in the Altai Mountains, its speed may increase
According to the Central Bank of Mongolia, the country's reserves decreased by 3.82% compared to the previous month and by 3.82% since the beginning of the year. This information was stated in the institution's report. As noted by the regulator, in the long term, an increase in foreign reserves to $10 billion is expected.
New measurements have shown that Jupiter's equatorial radius 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. These results differ from earlier calculations based on data collected by the American spacecraft Pioneer and Voyager, launched in the 1970s. The study also takes into account the influence of strong atmospheric winds on the planet, which was not considered in previous analyses.
The sketch, created by the great Italian master over 500 years ago, was presented at the "Old Masters Paintings" auction. Initially, Christie's experts expected the work to fetch up to two million dollars, but the final price turned out to be ten times higher than that estimate. According to the auction house, the drawing is a sketch of the foot of the Libyan Sybil—a pagan prophetess depicted by Michelangelo in the fresco of the Sistine Chapel.
Heavy snowfall that began on January 20 has led to tragic consequences in Japan, claiming the lives of at least 45 people and leaving around 500 injured, according to information from the Japan Fire and Disaster Management Agency. The highest number of casualties has been reported in the northwestern part of Niigata Prefecture, where 17 people have died and more than 170 have been injured. The situation remains critical in cities such as Aomori and Wakkanai, where many vehicles have been
In the sky above "Luogan" Park, an amazing spectacle unfolded as 22,580 drones, prepared for the celebration of the Chinese New Year on February 17, synchronously created complex dynamic figures and symbols. These unmanned aerial vehicles, controlled from a single computer, demonstrated exceptional coordination, producing a spectacular light show. Such scale and technical perfection allowed the organizers to set a new achievement in the Guinness World Records.
Researchers from Lancaster University have conducted the first count of the amount of this pollutant that has accumulated on the planet. The analysis revealed that from 2000 to 2022, approximately 335,500 tons of trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) entered the atmosphere as a result of replacing HFCs and using anesthetic gases. An article published in the journal Geophysical Research Letters warns that the pollution problem has not yet peaked. Many substances that replace HFCs remain in the atmosphere
According to the publication Marca, Messi, who is currently playing for "Inter Miami," does not intend to interfere in the upcoming presidential elections of "Barcelona," scheduled for March 15. He prefers to refrain from publicly supporting candidates, not wanting to get involved in the club's affairs. However, a return to "Barcelona" remains a relevant topic for him. As reported by Marca, Messi intends to start serious discussions on this matter only after
The unique structure, over 500 meters long, 204 meters wide, and about 80 meters high, was carefully demolished after a series of controlled explosions. The video of the detonation process was published by the NL publication. Local residents dubbed this bridge the "lying Eiffel Tower" of Brandenburg, due to its resemblance to the famous Parisian landmark.
An unusual incident occurred on January 24 in Tongjiang County, located in Sichuan Province, when a local farmer decided to use a drone to transport pigs. However, during the first attempt, the cable holding one of the animals got tangled in a high-voltage power line, which caused the accident, according to information from the South China Morning Post. As a result of this incident, the village was left without electricity for nearly ten hours. To address the aftermath of the accident, the
In the territory of Kazakhstan, except for the west, east, and southeast, no precipitation is expected. In these regions, rain and snow may occur due to passing atmospheric fronts. Wind intensification, local snowstorms, and fog are also expected across the country.
A group of scientists from the Medical Research Center of Xi'an Jiaotong University conducted a study assessing the impact of a high-salt diet on the interaction between the gut and the brain—a system responsible for the exchange of biochemical signals between the digestive and central nervous systems. In the experiment, six-month-old male mice were divided into two groups: one group was fed a regular diet, while the other received a diet containing 8% sodium chloride. After six months,
Pete Hegseth According to Hegseth, the Pentagon will no longer send service members for training at Harvard starting with the 2026-2027 academic year. This applies to postgraduate professional military education programs, scholarships, and certificates. However, those service members who are already studying will be able to complete their courses. “For a long time, we sent our best officers to Harvard in the hope that the university would better understand and appreciate our contingent, but
In light of the worsening weather conditions, the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan urges citizens to be cautious, closely monitor storm warnings, and avoid long trips in challenging climatic conditions. Residents of rural areas are strongly advised to refrain from prolonged outdoor walks in adverse weather.
Tom Rose, representing the United States in Warsaw, announced the cessation of all contacts with Włodzimierz Czarzasty, the speaker of the Polish parliament. This decision was a result of "outrageous and completely unjustified insults" directed at President Trump, according to the diplomat, as reported by Polish Radio. In his message on platform X, Rose emphasized that from this moment on, any interactions and communications with Speaker Czarzasty will be halted. He also noted that
Illustrative photo During the night from February 6 to 7, from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM Moscow time, Russian air defense forces intercepted and destroyed 82 Ukrainian-made drones. This was reported by the Ministry of Defense of Russia. Of these:
The human rights organization Rawadari has released information about the receipt of the "Criminal Code of the Taliban Courts," signed by Mullah Hibatullah, which has been sent to the provinces for application in judicial institutions. This was reported by The Insider. According to Rawadari, the new code includes three sections, ten chapters, and 119 articles, and its content raises serious concerns among human rights defenders, as it contradicts international human rights standards
According to Dinanno, the United States has information that China conducted nuclear explosive tests on June 22, 2020. He added that Beijing attempted to conceal these actions, including interfering with seismic monitoring. In response, America called for the creation of a new, expanded treaty on strategic arms control involving China. Shen Jian, China's ambassador for disarmament, did not directly comment on these accusations but emphasized that Beijing maintains a "moderate and
According to information announced by the First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy of Ukraine, Denys Shmyhal, Russia has carried out a large-scale attack on the country's key energy infrastructure. The report states that the strikes were aimed at substations and power transmission lines with voltages of 750 kV and 330 kV, which play a crucial role in Ukraine's energy system, as well as at the thermal power plants Burshtyn and Dobrotvor. As a result of these actions, the
The company found that the error occurred during a promotional campaign and was not related to cyberattacks or security issues. According to information from Bithumb, 695 clients were mistakenly supposed to receive 2000 won (approximately $1.37) each, but instead, each of them was credited with a minimum of 2000 bitcoins. As a result, many of the recipients rushed to sell their cryptocurrency, causing an immediate 17% drop in the Bitcoin exchange rate.
The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, expressed his sincere condolences to Asif Ali Zardari, the President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, as well as to Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif in connection with the tragic events that occurred on February 6 in Islamabad, where people lost their lives as a result of a terrorist act. In his message, he emphasized that Kyrgyzstan categorically condemns terrorism and its manifestations that threaten global peace and stability. Japarov