Trump announces US takeover of over 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil
President Trump claims a historic oil deal with Venezuela, securing a controlling stake in vast reserves to lower US gasoline prices amid global tension.
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A Generated Error and an Astrophysicist's Honest Admission of Over-Reliance on AI
Even the most brilliant minds succumb to the temptation to speed up their work with artificial intelligence, forgetting that algorithms are designed not to seek the truth, but to create a convincing illusion of plausibility. Renowned astrophysicist and science writer Paul Sutter, who has served as a scientific advisor and consultant for NASA projects, candidly recounted his dramatic experience in an article for Nautilus
The “Dialogue of Great Thinkers” sculpture dedicated to Al-Farabi and Confucius was unveiled in Astana
A new sculpture of Al-Farabi and Confucius in Kazakhstan's capital symbolizes growing cultural, educational, and scientific ties between Kazakhstan and China.
Icelanders voted against resuming EU accession talks in a referendum
Icelanders reject European integration in a 2026 referendum, prioritizing national sovereignty, economic self-reliance, and control over fisheries.
Devastating floods in Nepal: hundreds dead, thousands missing, widespread destruction
Unprecedented flash floods near the China-Nepal border destroy vital infrastructure and trade routes in Rasuwa, leaving hundreds dead and thousands missing.
Turkmenistan's Ambassador to the United States, Esen Aydogdyev, Has Been Appointed Concurrent Ambassador to Canada
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a decree expanding the diplomatic powers of the head of the Turkmen mission in Washington. According to the document, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the United States, Esen Aydogdyev, has been appointed concurrently Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to Canada
SCO comes of age: From regional security to global economic driver
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) has marked a historic milestone in its evolution, expanding its footprint from a regional security partnership into one of the world's primary drivers of economic integration and multilateral cooperation
The United States Temporarily Changes the Visa Appointment Process
The U.S. Department of State has temporarily suspended the acceptance of applications for visa interview appointments at diplomatic missions around the world
Tehran sent a protest to the UN against US sanctions
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi sent a letter to the UN protesting new US sanctions. The letter was circulated to the Security Council.
Zakharova: Russia has not received any proposals for talks on Ukraine
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated that Russia has received no proposals from Ukraine or other nations to resume talks.
ORIENT Interview | Ambassador Azizbek Madmarov on the Development of Turkmen-Kyrgyz Relations and Regional Dialogue
August 31st holds a special place in the calendar of the brotherly Kyrgyz people – it was on this day, 35 years ago, that the "Declaration of State Independence of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan" was adopted. On the eve of this historic date, Ambassador Azizbek Madmarov of the friendly country gave an interview to ORIENT
Turkmenistan Is Developing an E-Commerce Law to Support Digital Business
The Mejlis of Turkmenistan is drafting a new law "On E-Commerce." The development of this legal act, aimed at regulating the dynamically developing sphere of digital commerce, marketplaces, and online services, was discussed at a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers chaired by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov on Friday
New University Campuses and Schools Will Open in Turkmenistan on September 1
Turkmenistan is preparing for the start of the new 2026-2027 academic year. Preparations for the festive events and the opening of scientific and educational facilities were reviewed at a regular meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers on Friday, August 28
From Theory to Space: How the International Stage of Mission ShakthiSAT Is Playing in India
Just recently, 15-year-old Elif Gylyjova was studying satellite technology, physics, astronomy, and other STEM subjects in front of a computer screen, completing 21 modules of the international Mission ShakthiSAT program
Turkmenistan's Foreign Ministry Held Meetings with the Outgoing EU and French Ambassadors
Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held talks with Beata Peksa, Head of the European Union Delegation, and Philippe Merlin, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of France, who are concluding their diplomatic missions in Ashgabat
