While experts at discuss the global water shortage major international forums, we can start addressing this issue right in our own homes. Especially in an era of widespread water meters, every liter saved translates into real money in the family budget
As of January 1, 2026, the European Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) entered the full implementation phase. This means that carbon-intensive production of cement, steel, and fertilizers will soon have to be paid for when imported into the EU
At a briefing in Ashgabat, Russian Ambassador to Turkmenistan Ivan Volynkin summarized the 2025 year in the history of bilateral relations and outlined the plans for 2026. We have identified the key trends that will shape the architecture of dialogue over the next 12 months
Researchers from Monash University and Southern Cross University in Australia have found that trees clean the air not only through their leaves, but also through their bark. Over five years, scientists collected tree samples from various ecosystems in eastern Australia, ranging from mangrove forests and wetlands to mountain forests
In early 2026, a development in global trade occurred that, at first glance, appears purely technical: the European Union announced plans to suspend import tariffs on ammonia and urea (carbamide). However, behind this bureaucratic decision lies a major price war and a redrawing of the global export map
ORIENT reports from the Indian Embassy in Ashgabat on World Hindi Day 2026. Interesting facts about the Hindi language, a performance by TNIWL students, and a message from Narendra Modi
Formal attire serves an important function as a medium of symbolism. Therefore, many of its parts must richly incorporate symbolic elements
While life teems in the valleys below, the peaks of the Kopetdag Mountains are immersed in a silence and darkness that is prized more than gold in the scientific world. This is due to the unique astroclimate, which makes our country one of the best spots on the planet for observing space
I've always said: the highest form of Chinese architecture is timber construction with pitched tile roofs. It embodies the very essence of Chinese civilization. Amazingly, its structural system has remained virtually unchanged for millennia. Since the advent of tongue-and-groove joints, known to the Hemudu culture six to seven thousand years ago, this form has given rise to a stunning diversity of spatial solutions
You can now create a unique New Year postcard with your own face without resorting to professional designers. With the help of a special prompt (instruction) for neural networks, ordinary photos can easily be transformed into atmospheric cards inspired by Soviet fairy tales of the 1960s–1970s
After the piercing cold of Astana, where the Third Regional Media Forum was held a few days before our flight to New Delhi, the weather in the Indian capital seemed like the blissful climate of the Garden of Eden. It was surprising – from the excruciatingly low temperatures immediately dropped to a comfortable 20 degrees Celsius
The Law of Turkmenistan "On Virtual Assets," which came into force on January 1, 2026, has become the foundation for a legal crypto market in the country. Unlike many foreign counterparts, Turkmen legislation has created a comprehensive oversight system involving several key agencies.
This publication is based on the New Year's addresses of Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, published in official media, as well as US President Donald Trump's answers to journalists' questions at his New Year's celebration at his Mar a Lago residence in Florida
As Ashgabat dons its most vibrant light displays, we wondered: What lies behind this charm? Today, ORIENT invites you to shift your usual focus and look at the holiday through the lens of science. It turns out that the magic of New Year's isn't just about traditions, but also a wondrous symphony of physics, chemistry, and neurobiology
In these pre-New Year days, everyone takes stock of the past year, looking back and wondering if it was a successful and productive one. Renowned writer and award-winning author Hemra Shirov also presented his creative "report" on his work. Over a cup of aromatic tea, he shared his experience of his 75th anniversary year
