Bishkek is hosting a meeting of construction ministers in the Central Asia–China format. Participants are discussing cooperation in construction, architecture, urban planning and infrastructure modernisation.
The Riksdag has approved constitutional amendments intended to help parliament and the Government fulfil their duties during war and other severe crises. A qualified majority will be able to grant the Government special powers to issue regulations to address a crisis.
Hollywood marketing veteran Gerry Rich discussed the 2008 launch of “Iron Man” and changing audience outreach in the age of AI on Variety’s “Strictly Business” podcast. He also spoke about his new memoir.
A citizen identified as I.Sh., accused of illegally trafficking narcotic and psychotropic substances, was extradited from Armenia to Kyrgyzstan. He had been on an international wanted list.
Documentary heritage nominated by Turkmenistan has been added to UNESCO’s Asia-Pacific regional Memory of the World register. It is the country’s first entry in the register.
Snoop Dogg’s Christmas special will feature musical performances and appearances by guests including Gwen Stefani, Jamie Foxx and Martha Stewart. It airs on NBC on Dec. 2.
U2’s 16th album, ‘Carnaval De Luz’, is due out on November 13. In an interview, Bono and The Edge discussed its themes and the younger artists they admire.
Mongolian Prime Minister N. Uchral said the “Modern Herder” project is planned to expand into a nationwide programme. It aims to improve livestock productivity and increase herders’ incomes.
The Australian Government is investing an additional $12 million in bushfire risk management and mental health support for emergency first responders. The support program will be extended to December 2027.
Turkmenistan’s President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received eight Akhal-Teke horses during celebrations for National Turkmen Horse Day in Arkadag. The gifts came from regions, Ashgabat, the city’s horse breeders and security agencies.
Drake called the music industry “so cooked” after Billboard reversed its decision to exclude YouTube streams. The revised chart methodology takes effect on January 16, 2027.
A presidential message marking Victory Day for World War I recalled the 1918 armistice and the sacrifices of American service members. It also paid tribute to those who secured peace.
Uzbekistan’s presidential decree provides for agricultural projects in Karakalpakstan and a programme marking the 200th anniversary of Berdakh’s birth. Funding will go to fish farming, tomatoes and melon production.
Photos of Bob Dylan meeting Pope Leo XIV drew attention to the singer’s hood. But Jesuit priest Antonio Spadaro, who helped arrange the meeting, says the handshake and the pope’s reference to Dylan’s unpublished 1963 work mattered more.
Singaporeans aged 21 and above in 2027 will receive $100 to $250 in December. The amount depends on assessable income and the number of properties owned.
Azerbaijan’s State Border Service said it had thwarted an attempt to smuggle drugs from Iran into Azerbaijan. The seized drugs weighed 34 kilograms and 42 grams.
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