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Earth Series

Tackling air pollution at its source

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

From emissions at busy ports to pollution from industry, traffic, heating and dust, improving air quality means tackling a complex mix of sources. In Turkey and Uzbekistan, different approaches are being taken to reduce emissions and better understand the air people breathe.

3 November 2026

Space

CanSat 2026: Students launch miniature satellite models in Uzbekistan

From classroom calculations to rocket launches, teams from 15 countries tested their creations under real flight conditions. Equipped with sensors and communication systems, the devices collected data before descending by parachute.

28 October 2026

Earth Series

Building cities that can withstand a changing climate

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

From Turkey’s push to make its cities and energy systems more resilient to a new city rising outside Tashkent, planners are changing how urban areas are built, powered and adapted to environmental pressures.

20 October 2026

Earth Series

Making every drop of water count

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

From desalination in the UAE to modernising irrigation systems in Uzbekistan, countries facing water pressure are finding ways to secure supplies and reduce losses.

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Lifestyle

Historic Tashkent madrasah becomes runway for Brunello Cucinelli

The Fall-Winter 2026 collection was presented inside the Abulkasim Madrasah, with Uzbek carpets, music and traditional craftsmanship shaping the setting.

Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan wins gold at record-breaking Chess Olympiad in Samarkand

Almost 400 teams from more than 190 countries competed over 11 rounds. Germany took bronze, while Hungary, France and Spain also finished in the top 10, alongside Azerbaijan and Armenia.

Earth Series

How countries are making waste management more circular

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

From advanced sorting in Sharjah to new waste infrastructure in Uzbekistan, efforts to recover materials and generate energy are changing what happens to rubbish.

22 September 2026

Business

City of London expertise moves closer to Tashkent’s investment reforms

The Tashkent International Financial Centre will operate under a separate legal framework as officials seek closer links with British counterparts. The wider push also includes international listings and efforts to attract more private capital.

22 September 2026

Earth Series

Protecting threatened wildlife

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

From heat-resilient corals in the Gulf of Oman to saiga antelopes on the Ustyurt Plateau, scientists and conservationists are using research, technology and hands-on protection to safeguard threatened wildlife.

8 September 2026

Tech News

From code to reasoning: AI reshapes the skills of young programmers

At the International Olympiad in Informatics in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, 386 young programmers from 97 countries faced six algorithmic problems as AI reshapes coding, problem-solving and computer science education.

Economy

Central banks face warning over rate cuts and inflation risks

Economists at the Tashkent Monetary Policy Dialogue warned that premature rate cuts could keep inflation above target. Uzbekistan’s lower inflation, falling expectations and reduced dollarisation show how credibility shapes monetary policy.

Business

Billions behind the push for higher-value food and metal exports

Uzbekistan wants to earn more from what it already produces. Food processing, steel, copper and technological metals are central to the country’s export strategy.

Sport

Uzbekistan celebrates first World Cup goal despite defeat to Colombia

The Central Asian country's World Cup debut brought early-morning crowds, large public screenings and a memorable goal that many supporters considered more important than the final score.

Sport

All of Uzbekistan readies to watch history at its first World Cup

Schools, offices and city squares across Uzbekistan are setting up screens for Thursday's 7 am kick-off against Colombia, as the country makes its World Cup debut under coach Fabio Cannavaro. "In the heart of every Uzbek, this is a matter of pride and honour," an education ministry official said.

Business

Foreign leaders, investors and businesses gather in Tashkent

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier is expected in Tashkent as Uzbekistan hosts investors, business leaders and foreign delegations. Talks focused on European connectivity, US business engagement, AI and long-term investment.

Earth News

Countries agree €3.4bn for environmental projects

Representatives from 186 nations agreed the Global Environment Facility fund, which will support projects in 144 countries.

Uzbekistan

Tashkent international maths Olympiad draws record participation

The TasIMO competition brought together 350 finalists from Europe and Asia following a sharp rise in entries.

Culture news

International jazz festival draws thousands with free open-air concert

The Tashkent International Jazz Festival brought together artists from Europe, the Americas and Central Asia through a series of free open-air performances. Organisers say audience numbers and international interest are increasingly growing.

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