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Netflix Acquires Warner Bros: A Landmark Deal in the Entertainment Industry

Netflix Acquires Warner Bros: A Landmark Deal in the Entertainment Industry
Business

After months of negotiations, Netflix has announced the acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery for $82.7 billion, gaining control over the Harry Potter, DC and Game of Thrones franchises, as well as HBO and HBO Max. This marks one of the largest and most influential deals in the modern film and streaming landscape, significantly shifting Hollywood’s power dynamics.

Major capacities commissioned and a range of new energy facilities launched in Uzbekistan

Major capacities commissioned and a range of new energy facilities launched in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan

On December 5, the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, took part in a solemn event marking the launch and start of construction of new energy capacities and infrastructure facilities.

More Than Two-Thirds of NATO Members Join PURL Program to Supply Arms to Ukraine

More Than Two-Thirds of NATO Members Join PURL Program to Supply Arms to Ukraine
World

After a meeting of NATO foreign ministers, Secretary General Mark Rutte announced that most Alliance members have committed to supplying weapons to Ukraine under the PURL program, with obligations already exceeding $4 billion.

The President inspected the development work in the mahalla

The President inspected the development work in the mahalla
Uzbekistan

During his visit to the Syrdarya region, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev inspected the development work carried out in the Buston mahalla in the city of Gulistan.

“Nation’s Health First”: Government Tightens Environmental Oversight

“Nation’s Health First”: Government Tightens Environmental Oversight
Uzbekistan

A sharp deterioration in air quality in Tashkent and other regions has prompted the government to take urgent action. The President instructed Saida Mirziyoyeva to mobilize all available resources to address the environmental crisis as quickly as possible.

Gulshan Alimardonova Wins Historic Gold

Gulshan Alimardonova Wins Historic Gold
Sport

Nineteen-year-old Gulshan Alimardonova has become the first woman in Uzbekistan’s history to win a world championship title in karate. At the tournament in Cairo, she claimed a decisive 6:1 victory and secured a landmark achievement for Uzbek sports.

New Projects and an Uzbek Exhibition in Kazan

New Projects and an Uzbek Exhibition in Kazan
World

Saida Mirziyoyeva met with Rustam Minnikhanov, the Head of the Republic of Tatarstan, to discuss the expansion of trade, economic and humanitarian cooperation. A major exhibition featuring seventy Russian avant-garde works from Uzbekistan also opened in the Kazan Kremlin

Trump Cancels Biden’s Auto-Signed Orders

Trump Cancels Biden’s Auto-Signed Orders
World

U.S. President Donald Trump announced his intention to cancel all orders of Joe Biden that were signed using an auto-signature. According to Trump, this concerns approximately 92% of his predecessor’s documents.

Airbus Recalls Nearly 6,000 A320 Aircraft Over Flight Control System Fault

Airbus Recalls Nearly 6,000 A320 Aircraft Over Flight Control System Fault
World

European aerospace giant Airbus has announced one of the largest recalls in its more than 50-year history. Due to a newly identified issue affecting flight control systems, the company will recall nearly 6,000 A320-family aircraft operated around the world.

Uzbekistan’s Public Debt Exceeds $44 Billion: Key Creditors and How Funds Are Allocated

Uzbekistan’s Public Debt Exceeds $44 Billion: Key Creditors and How Funds Are Allocated
Economy

As of October 1, 2025, Uzbekistan’s public debt reached $44 billion, marking an annual increase of nearly $4.9 billion. External debt amounts to $36.7 billion, while domestic debt stands at $7.2 billion. Public debt now equals 32.3% of GDP, with $1,154 per capita.

Japan–Central Asia summit to be held in December

Japan–Central Asia summit to be held in December
Economy

Japan plans to hold the first-ever “Japan – Central Asia” summit in mid-December, reviving an initiative postponed due to earthquake risks. Tokyo aims to expand cooperation with the region, from trade links to decarbonisation efforts.

Saida Mirziyoyeva meets Japan’s newly appointed Ambassador to Uzbekistan

Saida Mirziyoyeva meets Japan’s newly appointed Ambassador to Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan

Saida Mirziyoyeva met with Japan’s newly appointed Ambassador to Uzbekistan, Kenji Hirata, to discuss preparations for the President of Uzbekistan’s upcoming visit to Japan and key points of the bilateral agenda.

Javokhir Sindarov wins the Chess World Cup

Javokhir Sindarov wins the Chess World Cup
Sport

Nineteen-year-old Uzbek grandmaster Javokhir Sindarov claimed a historic victory at the Chess World Cup in Goa, India, becoming the youngest champion in the tournament’s history and securing a place in the 2026 Candidates Tournament.

Adiz Boboev confirmed as governor of the Samarkand region

Adiz Boboev confirmed as governor of the Samarkand region
Political

Deputies of the Samarkand regional council have confirmed Adiz Boboev as the new governor after his nomination by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, who set the task of turning the region into a model of economic development and poverty reduction.

Products made in Uzbekistan must be competitive abroad

Products made in Uzbekistan must be competitive abroad
Uzbekistan

The Head of State got acquainted with the activities of the "FERRE GROUP" enterprise in Urgut district and its household appliance production project.

“Shajara”: Uzbekistan to provide online access to ancestral records

“Shajara”: Uzbekistan to provide online access to ancestral records
Uzbekistan

Starting from September 1, 2026, Uzbekistan will launch the “Shajara” information system, enabling citizens to trace their family lineage using archival documents and DNA analysis.

AMO/OMA's "Countryside: A Place to Live, Not to Leave" Exhibition Opens in Doha

AMO/OMA's "Countryside: A Place to Live, Not to Leave" Exhibition Opens in Doha
World

AMO/OMA's "Countryside: A Place to Live, Not to Leave" exhibition, directed by Rem Koolhaas and Samir Bantal with the participation of Yotam Ben Hur, has opened in Doha. The exhibition is organized by Qatar Museums with the support of the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC), Hassad Food, and Kahramaa.

Spartak Legend Nikita Simonyan Has Died

Spartak Legend Nikita Simonyan Has Died
Sport

Nikita Simonyan, one of the greatest figures in Soviet and Russian football, has died at the age of 99, the Russian Football Union announced.