President Posthumously Honors Man Who Died Saving Girls from Tashkent Canal
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev posthumously awarded Abdumannop Samikov, who died saving a girl drowning in the Burjar canal in Tashkent, a state medal. This was announced by the President’s press secretary,…
Japan to Employ 10,000 Uzbek Specialists
A new initiative has launched to prepare Uzbekistani professionals for the international job market, a collaboration between Uzbekistan and Japan, reports the Agency for External Labor Migration. The Agency for…
OECD: UK Growth Hampered by Debt and Trade
The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has downgraded its UK economic growth forecast for 2024 to 1.3%, citing US tariffs and high government debt servicing costs as key…
Calm Seas Fuel Record Small Boat Channel Crossings
The UK government attributes the rise in Channel migrant crossings to favorable weather conditions and the practice of human smugglers overloading small vessels. Home Office data reveals a surge in…
Potts Revives Injured Pigeon
An error occurred. Watch England’s Matthew Potts assist an injured pigeon after it was struck by a cricket ball during the third one-day international against the West Indies at The…
City’s Jewelry Trade: A Global Craft Status Report
Birmingham’s renowned jewelry-making expertise has earned it the prestigious World Craft City status. World Crafts Council President, Saad Al-Qaddumi, lauded the city’s “rich heritage, skilled artisans, creative designers, dedicated makers,…
Boxing’s ‘Double Touch’ Rule Changes After Alvarez Controversy
Following controversy surrounding a disallowed penalty in the Champions League, a rule change has been implemented regarding accidental double touches during penalty kicks. Successful penalties with accidental double touches will…
Sabalenka-Swiatek Showdown Set for Semifinals
Aryna Sabalenka, a 2023 French Open semi-finalist, is set for a high-stakes clash. French Open 2025 Dates: May 25 – June 8 Venue: Roland Garros Coverage: Live radio coverage on…
Uzbekistan’s Central Bank Alarmed by Mounting Household Debt
The Central Bank of Uzbekistan has voiced concerns regarding potential loan repayment difficulties for the population, alongside other emerging financial risks. This is detailed in the 2024 Financial Stability Review…
Tech Giants Clash with Lawmakers Over Smartphone Security
Apple and Google executives clashed with London’s Metropolitan Police over strategies to combat phone theft, a significant issue in the UK. Metropolitan Police’s James Conway informed the Commons Science, Innovation…