As part of the event, competitions in mathematics and natural sciences were held among primary and secondary school students, as well as various cultural activities and excursions. ALDAR Battulga ALDAR Battulga, a student at the International Mathematics Centre, performed brilliantly at the Southeast Asian International Olympiad in Mathematics and Natural Sciences held in Osaka from December 19 to 22, 2025, winning two prize places:
By 2026, the country will have nine new aircraft By 2026, Kazakhstan is expected to receive nine new aircraft, which will increase the total number of planes to about 118, as reported by the country's government press service. This will significantly expand transportation capabilities.
As the president noted, in the current conditions, key issues for Ukraine remain ensuring security, developing defensive forces, and activating diplomatic negotiations. The president's office should focus specifically on these priority tasks. We remind you that the previous head of the Office, Andriy Yermak, resigned on November 28, 2025, at his own request. This decision followed searches conducted at his home and office as part of an investigation into corruption cases involving
The version of a terrorist act has been ruled out by the authorities At the ski resort of Crans-Montana, a tragedy occurred at the Constellation bar that left many indifferent. The Attorney General of the Valais canton, Beatrice Pilloud, confirmed at a press conference that the prosecution does not consider the incident as an act of terrorism. The main version of the investigation is arson, while an alternative theory suggests careless handling of pyrotechnics.
As reported by the musicians' agency on January 1, BTS plans to release a new album on March 20, 2026, and then embark on a world tour. This album will be the group's first in over three years, as the members paused their musical careers due to mandatory military service in South Korea. As of now, all BTS members have completed their service except for Suga, who was called up last. Previously, the artists hinted at their return date in letters to their fans - ARMY, which included the
The tragedy occurred at the Le Constellation bar, located in the popular Swiss resort town of Crans-Montana, claiming the lives of 40 people and leaving around 100 injured, according to the New York Post. According to available information, a woman was holding a bottle of champagne with a firework attached while she was on the shoulders of other patrons. A spark from the firework ignited a fire that quickly escalated into what is known as a flashover — the moment when all combustible materials
The robbery took place during the Christmas holidays During the Christmas holidays, when the bank was closed, robbers broke into the underground vault of the Sparkasse branch in Gelsenkirchen (North Rhine-Westphalia). They used a drill to make a hole in the concrete wall from a neighboring parking lot, thus gaining access to the vault, which contained over 3,000 safe deposit boxes.
According to Michael Nichols, Vice President of SpaceX, Starlink satellites will be moved to a new altitude in 2026 — 480 kilometers, which is lower than the current 550 kilometers. This decision is aimed at improving safety in space. Nichols noted that this orbital reorientation will reduce the likelihood of collisions. "Lowering the altitude of the satellites will lead to a denser Starlink orbit and improve safety in space. At altitudes below 500 kilometers, there is less space debris
Changes in the U.S. tariff policy were the result of prolonged negotiations. In particular, the increase in tariffs on imported furniture has been postponed until 2027, while tariffs on Italian pasta have been significantly reduced, as reported by Euronews. Donald Trump decided to ease pressure on two key import sectors—furniture and pasta. The Italian side noted that after reviewing the situation in the U.S. market, tariffs for a number of pasta manufacturers were reduced from the initial 90%.
In recent days, mass protests have been observed in Iran, triggered by a sharp rise in prices and the devaluation of the national currency. According to human rights organizations and local media, at least six people have died during clashes between protesters and security forces, as reported by Fars and the human rights group Hengaw, as conveyed by Al Arabiya. According to available data, two people died in the city of Lordegan, located in the southwest of the country. In Lorestan province,
In accordance with the new decree, the president confirmed support for the economy and the provision of certain goods to the population. In particular, in 2026−2027, imported charging stations for electric vehicles, as well as necessary components and equipment for service infrastructure, will be exempt from duties. For the next two years, there will also be no duties on spare parts for spinning and weaving machines used in silk production. Additionally, mulberry seeds and seedlings, as well
A team of researchers from New York University, Oxford, the World Bank, and Ben-Gurion University has developed an innovative AI system capable of predicting the unemployment rate in the U.S. two weeks before the official statistics are published. The results of their work were published in the journal PNAS Nexus. The created model, named JoblessBERT, is trained to analyze messages on Twitter (X), where users share information about job loss. Unlike traditional methods that search for specific
According to information provided by Fox News based on court documents, Will Smith, the actor and rapper, has found himself at the center of a scandal due to allegations of sexual harassment. Later, other American media outlets, such as NBC News, reported on a lawsuit filed by Smith. Will Smith. Photo taken from rollingstone.com. The plaintiff is Brian King Joseph, a violinist who collaborated with Smith during his concert tour. Joseph accused the actor of harassment and grooming, as well as
According to U.S. President Donald Trump, if Iranian authorities begin to use force against participants in peaceful protests, the United States will be ready to support them. Trump noted in his post on the social network Truth Social: "If Iran, as is usually the case, starts shooting and killing peaceful protesters, the U.S. will intervene."
The video recording of this meeting was posted on the Telegram channel of the Ministry of Defense of Russia. In the video, several men in foreign military uniforms can be seen, but their names and positions remain unknown. At the beginning of the meeting, Admiral Kostiukov introduced himself to the guests. Kostiukov handed over a controller in a transparent bag to the U.S. representative, adding that this is "the controller and a description of this controller, prepared by our
As a result of clashes in Lordegan, two protesters were shot dead by government forces, according to information from Hengaw. One person was also reported dead in Kuhdasht, and Fars mentions three fatalities in Azna, located in Lorestan province. Protests began on Wednesday against the backdrop of a sharp drop in the national currency's value, when the Iranian rial lost half its value against the US dollar, leading to rising prices. Initially, shop owners began to protest against the
According to Zakon.kz, on January 2, 2026, a deterioration in air quality is expected in five cities of Kazakhstan, according to a warning from meteorologists. Specialists from "Kazhydromet" report that adverse meteorological conditions will affect cities such as Astana, Almaty, Ust-Kamenogorsk, Semey, and Ridder.
As of October 1, 2025, Kazakhstan's external debt amounted to 171.4 billion dollars, which is 6.7 billion dollars more compared to the beginning of the year. According to the National Bank's data, the main contribution to the increase in external debt over the nine months came from balance of payments operations amounting to 5.3 billion dollars, as well as changes in exchange rates and values, which added another 1.4 billion dollars. The regulator noted that almost 87.8% of the
The vessel named Fitburg was heading from St. Petersburg to Haifa. Border guards boarded the ship around 11 a.m., approximately six hours after the first notification of cable damage. There were 14 crew members on board, including citizens of Russia. According to police information, the ship was recorded with its anchor down. A helicopter, as reported by Heikki Kopperoine, the deputy chief of police in Helsinki, observed that the vessel was dragging its anchor along the seabed. He emphasized
The International Owlypia Olympiad, held in various countries including Mongolia, is a competition for school students where participants demonstrate their knowledge in English in areas such as mathematics, sciences, arts, and social sciences. Bold Khurelsukh, representing Mongolia at the International OWLYPIA Olympiad in England in the "Social Sciences" category, successfully completed all tasks that tested his level of English proficiency and became the holder of a GOLD medal. He
At its recent session held on December 31, 2025, the government made a decision to implement a 300-day plan aimed at accelerating economic recovery and ensuring its benefits for the population. Information about this was published on the official government website. As part of this plan, ministers, as well as heads of state institutions and commissions, were instructed not to increase fees and payments for services provided to the population and businesses during the financial year 2026. This
To increase pensions in 2026, the government of Mongolia approved a draft resolution regarding the increase of pension payments and the revision of minimum pension thresholds during its session on December 31, 2025. According to the new decision, the minimum full pension and the pension for military personnel, paid from the Social Insurance Fund, will be set at ₮769,000, while the minimum proportional pension will amount to ₮652,400.
Richard Buangan, the U.S. Ambassador to Mongolia, sent a video greeting expressing hope for prosperity for the Mongolian people in 2026. In this greeting, he noted: “Good evening!
On Wednesday, the Mongolian government announced the extension of visa-free entry for South Korean citizens, which will be in effect until the end of 2026 for short-term trips to the country. This decision was made as part of the government's initiative to develop year-round tourism and a program called "Years of Visiting Mongolia," aimed at stimulating tourist flow and supporting the sector.
Richard Lee Buangan — American diplomat, The tradition of worshiping the morning sun on New Year's Day is an ancient custom of the Mongolian people, during which people bow to the sky at sunrise, offering milk, alcohol, and tea, as well as sprinkling the sky with these drinks. This ritual symbolizes luck and positive emotions in the new year, and the first sight of the sun determines the color of the year and embodies the light of the coming time, making it a significant part of the
left: Shen Minjuan and Amartuvshin Gombosuren On December 30, 2025, a meeting took place between the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia, Amartuvshin Gombosuren, and the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of China to Mongolia, Ms. Shen Minjuan. Information about this appeared on the official Facebook page of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia. The Deputy Minister noted at the beginning of the conversation that for Mongolia, relations with China are one of the main
The new spin-off of the popular Netflix series "Physical: Asia," titled "Physical: Welcome To Mongolia," promises an exciting journey where participants from Mongolia, South Korea, and Australia come together against the backdrop of picturesque Mongolian landscapes to develop friendships. This short travel reality series, created by the production company TEO under the guidance of renowned producer Kim Tae-ho (known for the project Hangout With Yoo), was first presented to
On New Year's Eve in the capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, a new world record in the field of fireworks was set. For the celebration, the citizens witnessed a grand performance involving about 6,500 drones, elevating the show to a global scale in terms of magnitude.
As reported by Collider, the music channels MTV, including MTV Music, MTV 80s, MTV 90s, Club MTV, and MTV Live, are ceasing their broadcasts. The statement reads: "If you feel like your youth is slipping away — it probably is. After 44 years since its launch, MTV, as we knew it, no longer exists. By the end of the year, all remaining 24-hour MTV music channels will shut down worldwide." However, the main MTV HD channel will continue to operate in the U.S., although its programming
With the beginning of the new year 2026, vibrant celebrations took place simultaneously around the planet, where residents of various countries delighted themselves with fireworks and unique shows. The first to welcome the New Year were the inhabitants of Kiritimati Island in Kiribati, while the last were several Pacific islands, marking an event that spanned about 26 hours. In Dubai, spectators enjoyed a grand fireworks display and laser show at the famous Burj Khalifa, where a countdown and a
According to local residents, this building mainly houses people who were affected during the events of April 7. It is important to note that both this building and the neighboring one at 29/1a lack centralized gas supply, which forces many residents to use gas cylinders. At the moment, the causes of the fire are being investigated; however, eyewitnesses report an explosion of a gas cylinder that occurred after the fire started.
Abdominal bloating, often occurring after New Year's feasts due to excessive eating, can be a sign of serious illnesses. This is reported by RIA Novosti, citing information from The Sun. According to Dr. Donald Grant, a general practitioner and senior clinical consultant at The Independent Pharmacy, in women, this symptom often signals ovarian cancer. Additionally, it may indicate food intolerance or the presence of tumors.
// picture alliance/AP According to ISW data, in 2025, Russian troops captured 4,831 square kilometers of Ukrainian territory and reclaimed about 473 square kilometers previously occupied by Ukrainian forces in the Kursk region. In percentage terms, this accounted for 0.8% of the total area of Ukraine. For comparison, in 2024, Russian forces captured 3,604 square kilometers. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports that in 2025, the Russian army suffered significant losses —
In his New Year's address to the nation, broadcast on his social media page X, Macron noted that he will work until the last moment to justify the trust placed in him by the citizens of France. "I will work until the last second, every day striving to meet the mandate entrusted to me by the citizens of France," he stated. The president also clarified that he does not intend to participate in the next presidential elections. "At the end of 2026, the presidential campaign for
As a result of the explosion in a bar at a ski resort in Switzerland, 40 people have died and around 100 have been injured, reports the portal Le Nouvelliste. The incident occurred at an establishment in the resort of Crans-Montana, where New Year's celebrations were taking place. Swiss law enforcement authorities noted that they currently see no grounds to classify the incident as a terrorist act.
Juan Pedro Franco, who was registered in the Guinness World Records in 2017 as the heaviest man in the world, passed away at the age of 41 in Mexico. According to the Mexican publication El Universal, the cause of his death was a kidney infection that led to serious complications. Franco's attending physician reported that the patient's condition deteriorated sharply in the last days of his life. Despite the efforts of the medical staff, they were unable to save him.
In his address, published by the "Xinhua" agency, Xi Jinping noted that the people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait are "blood brothers," and that reunification corresponds to historical development. Furthermore, he emphasized that China will consistently implement the principle of "One country, two systems," and will continue the integration of Hong Kong and Macau into the overall development of the country, which will ensure their long-term prosperity and
Two hours after the fire started, the upper parts of the church collapsed. In response to the situation, the alert level was raised to regional disaster Grip 2, which allowed for the mobilization of additional emergency services to combat the fire and assist the victims. Note: Grip 2 indicates an emergency situation that requires coordination among multiple emergency services at the regional level, as the scale of the incident exceeds the capabilities of a single city or municipality.
According to information published on December 31 in The Wall Street Journal, the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) of the United States concluded that Ukrainian drones likely targeted a military facility in the region, but not Putin's residence. This conclusion was made possible by the American intelligence's ability to monitor Russian airspace using satellite and radar technologies. CIA Director John Ratcliffe presented this data to U.S. President Donald Trump. In response, Trump
Saldo According to Saldo, the strike was carried out by three drones, one of which was loaded with incendiary material. A powerful fire broke out at the scene, which was only extinguished by morning, the governor added.
According to the publication, this conclusion was based on an assessment by the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), which could not find evidence of an attack on Putin's residence. On December 31, Donald Trump, the President of the United States, shared an article from the New York Post criticizing Russia on Truth Social. According to Reuters, this occurred after CIA Director John Ratcliffe informed Trump about Putin's statements. The source declined to provide details of the briefing
A fire at the historic Vondelkerk church started shortly before 01:00. According to reports from the Dutch broadcaster NOS, no injuries have been reported as a result of the incident. However, due to flying debris caused by a breeze, residents of nearby homes were evacuated and temporarily housed in a yoga studio. Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema visited the scene to assess the situation.
According to information from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, starting from 2026, all foreigners planning trips to Georgia will be required to have a valid medical insurance policy, as well as accident insurance, valid for the entire duration of their stay in the country.
During his speech, Zelensky raised an important question: "What exactly does Ukraine want?" He answered it by emphasizing that peace is necessary, but not at any cost. "We strive for the end of the war, but not at the expense of losing Ukraine. Are we tired? Yes, very much. But that doesn't mean we are ready to surrender. Those who think so are greatly mistaken," he noted. In addition, the President of Ukraine shared that over the past year, he managed, albeit with
Experts in film distribution and analytics have presented a list of movies that audiences are eagerly anticipating in 2026. This list includes both sequels to well-known franchises and adaptations of popular works, alongside new grand projects from leading studios. Among the expected premieres, one can find new installments of cult series, superhero blockbusters, family animated films, as well as long-awaited remakes.
According to information provided by the administration of the governor of Ulaanbaatar, an investment program for the city has planned for 307 units of equipment by 2025. Currently, 167 new vehicles have already been received, which are distributed among nine districts of the city, as well as various institutions such as the Main Department of Land Management, Geodesy, and Cartography, and the city’s public utilities and water supply services. Of the total number, 124 units of equipment are
On December 29, 2025, the international volleyball tournament Prague Volleyball Games concluded, featuring 146 teams from 16 countries. In the PVG MU12 category, the Mongolian Volleyball Academy team triumphed, defeating the Polish club UKS Volley Brzesko in the final in three sets. This victory brought Mongolia its first gold medal at the Prague Volleyball Games this season. In the FU12 category, the girls' final also took place, where the Mongolian Volleyball Academy faced the Volejbal
