Scientists in Uzbekistan have developed an innovative film made from local plants that looks and feels like polyethylene but is completely safe for the environment, breaking down easily in soil and water. This breakthrough could be a major step in reducing plastic waste and promoting a green economy.

Uzbekistan’s Merited Artist Lola Eltoyeva received the international award for “Best Theatre Actress” at the prestigious TURKSOY ceremony in Istanbul, bringing together theatre professionals from across the Turkic world.

On February 11, as part of his visit to the Akhangaran district of the Tashkent region, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed the operations of “Enco Group”, an enterprise specializing in the manufacture of high-voltage cable products.

Starting February 1, Interhouse Lyceum, a private lyceum in Uzbekistan, has begun enrolling new students. The institution offers a modern educational program based on international standards, including advanced language studies, IT courses, sports activities, and interest clubs, along with organized meals and a full school day.

The “Days of Uzbek Culture” festival has opened in Omsk, Russia, offering visitors an immersive experience of Uzbekistan’s rich cultural heritage. The program features traditional Uzbek costumes, embroidery with national patterns, Uzbek dances, music, and tastings of national cuisine.

One of the largest asteroids observed over the past year will make a close approach to Earth this Saturday. Despite its impressive size, the object poses no threat to the planet.

The United Kingdom will increase its troop numbers in Norway from about 1,000 to 2,000 as part of NATO’s “Arctic Guardian” operation amid rising tensions in the Arctic.

An underground drug laboratory organized by a 22-year-old chemistry student and his 18-year-old girlfriend has been dismantled in Tashkent. Authorities say the operation was run from an ordinary rented apartment.

A scandal has erupted at the 2026 Olympics in Italy over the quality of medals: athletes report that ribbons are detaching, and parts of medals break when dropped, overshadowing their victories.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán sharply criticized Western politicians’ statements about a possible presence of NATO and EU forces in Ukraine, warning that Europe risks being drawn into a war with Russia.

A modern multidisciplinary clinic with 800 beds will be built in the Fergana region, becoming one of the largest healthcare projects in the area. The facility is expected to provide residents of the region and neighboring areas with access to high-tech medical services.

Olympic champion Diyora Keldiyorova has received an international award for the children’s judo club she founded. Her project was recognized as the best children’s initiative by the International Judo Federation (IJF).

Uzbekistan national team defender Abdukodir Khusanov has been named Manchester City’s Player of the Month for January following a fan vote.

The accession of Finland and Sweden to NATO has dramatically changed the balance of power in the Baltic region and theoretically allows the alliance to block Russia’s sea routes there. This was stated by Chief of the French Armed Forces General Staff, General Fabien Mandon, at a naval conference in Paris.

As part of the state visit to Islamabad, a meeting was held between the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, and the President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari at the Aiwan-e-Sadr residence, in both narrow format and with the participation of official delegations.

President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev has been awarded the honorary titles of Doctor and Professor by Pakistan’s National University of Sciences and Technology. The certificate was presented by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during the first meeting of the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council.

President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev was welcomed at the official residence in Islamabad by the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Ishaq Dar.

Kirill Dmitriev, head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) and Russia’s special presidential representative for investment and economic cooperation with foreign countries, has reported progress in negotiations aimed at resolving the Ukraine crisis.

French prosecutors have summoned Elon Musk for questioning as part of an investigation into the social media platform X, examining whether its algorithms were used for foreign interference and whether the service complies with national laws.

Elon Musk has become the first person in history with a net worth exceeding $800 billion, following the merger of SpaceX and xAI.