Uzbekistan–Tajikistan: A new stage of bilateral cooperation based on a strong foundation of historical and cultural affinity
On March 26–27, the President of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, will pay a state visit to Uzbekistan
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Flowers, Markets, and Meaning: A New Lifestyle Trend Among China’s Youth
A few days ago, while working on this mini podcast series, I found myself scrolling through what looked like a very typical “weekend recommendation” post—until I realized none of it was typical at all
The Brain Also Ages. Why You Need to Take Care of It After 30
Research shows that human cognitive abilities peak around the third decade of life. After age 30, information processing speed, working memory, and the ability to quickly switch between tasks gradually begin to decline. These changes occur slowly and imperceptibly, so we rarely pay attention to them
The Anatomy of a Global Energy Storm and the Logic of Salvation
Are there perfect storms? Unlikely, in my opinion... However, the world entered the workweek of March 23, 2026, in what some experts have called a "perfect storm." This isn't just a crisis, but a fatal confluence of circumstances, where political will, economic chaos, and the physical destruction of supply routes collided
Istanbul: Where time folds into rings
My immersion into the heart of Türkiye began at an altitude of ten thousand meters. The Ashgabat–Istanbul flight operated by Turkish Airlines brought the first pleasant surprise: by a fortunate coincidence, I was offered an upgrade to business class
Yin and Yang in the spring dialogue of two artists – a new exhibition at the Gallery on Aga Berdyev Street
On the first day of spring, the art gallery on Aga Berdyev Street was filled with a special light that contrasted with the gloomy day outside
Techniques for Coping with "Uncontrollable" Stress - Why Do Experts Recommend Them?
Life is accelerating, workloads are mounting, and the opportunity to "take a breather" is becoming increasingly rare. Stress in itself isn't evil: it helps us mobilize and focus. In moderate forms, stress is necessary for everyone
A Musical Journey Through the Mountains by Composer Kerimguly Garovov
At the Maya Kulieva Turkmen National Conservatory, in the Chamber Ensemble Department under the direction of Maral Agayeva, music becomes a living art, transforming sounds into feelings and melodies into images. Here, each student, like a budding artist, learns not just to play notes, but to reveal the full depth and beauty of the composer's vision
One Hundred and Forty Moments of Beauty at Ashgabat's New Art Location on Aga Berdiyev Street
There are places in Ashgabat where the urban rhythm slows down, and the usual bustle gives way to contemplation. On Aga Berdiyev Street, at the Union of Artists' Art Gallery, an exhibition is running until March 1st, bringing together forty artists from different generations—from established masters to the young and daring
Three Geniuses – One Magic and a Bold Conceptual Solution: Lyadov, Rimsky-Korsakov, Mussorgsky
On the stage of the Magtymguly Musical and Drama Theater, the State Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of Principal Conductor and Artistic Director Rasul Klychev, presented a large-scale work – "Symphonic Pictures" – bringing together striking examples of Russian classical music
Love the Size of a Dot: Happy Valentine's Day, Earth!
They say astronomy instills modesty and strengthens character. Perhaps there's no better demonstration of human conceit than this detached picture of our tiny world
What's More Important than an Algorithm: Intelligence vs. Artificial Intelligence?
We so often discuss AI as a tool—for code, text, or images—that we forget the most important thing. AI is a mirror. It doesn't just generate answers; it reflects our own fears, hopes, and what we call our "soul." But can an algorithm understand the longing for the past or the joy of a casual glance
The Revenge of the "Living" Word. Major Companies Are Ready to Pay Editors Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars
The era of blind infatuation with neural networks is giving way to a period of "intellectual hangover." As Business Insider reports, the global labor market has seen a sharp increase in demand for professional writers and editors
The Akhal-Teke Horse as Turkmenistan's Main Tourism Brand in 2026
The genetic code of the Turkmen people contains a rhythm that has remained unchanged for millennia—the precise stride of the Akhal-Teke horse. In 2026, the year of the Horse according to the Eastern calendar, this rhythm becomes the country's guiding melody
ORIENT Holds Seminar on Media Tools for Business at the Young Entrepreneurs Center
The youngest members of the ORIENT team presented a fresh perspective on the interaction between business and the media. Seyli Aryshov and Enejan Kepbanova opened the curtain on the “inner kitchen” of the IA Media Turkmen news agency, analyzing practical case studies with participants
