China's top legislature concludes standing committee session
China’s top legislature concluded the 19th session of the NPC Standing Committee, adopting new laws, amendments and key legislative decisions.
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MOT in Ashgabat: It Felt Like Meeting Family
On Saturday, as part of the New Year's cultural program, popular singer Arash Labafzade (Arash) performed a concert, giving his fans, who occupied the Winter Sports Complex, an unforgettable evening of musical rendezvous. And on Sunday, Arash was replaced on the podium by Matvey Melnikov, better known as MOT. Neither of them skated at the Ice Palace, captivating the audience with their supreme figure skating skills
Scientists Have Learned to Clear the Brain of Cells that Cause Aging
Towards the end of the year, leading scientific laboratories reported news that brings hope to millions: humanity is close to being able to "roll back" brain age
The Birth of the Pixel, the Beginning of Digital Infinity
We've become accustomed to measuring our lives in megapixels. Every moment, endless streams of digital data are generated around the world, but once upon a time, this entire visual universe began with a single, tiny, grainy square measuring just 5 by 5 centimeters
Japan Expects the Launch of Direct Ashgabat-Tokyo Flights as a New Stage in Its Logistics Partnership
Direct air service between Turkmenistan and Japan, a key topic during the December summit in Tokyo, continues to be actively discussed in Japanese business circles
Container Traffic Through Turkmenistan Has Nearly Doubled
The Ministry of Railway Transport of Turkmenistan reported significant progress in the development of international transport corridors during the first 11 months of 2025
15 Minutes of Eternity: How the World's First Selfie Changed the Way We See Ourselves
In an age when billions of faces flash across the digital landscape every day, and every smartphone can instantly create the perfect self-portrait, it's hard to imagine a time when taking a picture of yourself was truly a feat. Yet, almost two centuries ago, one extraordinary man accomplished just such a feat, forever changing the way we see ourselves
Arash Treats Turkmen Citizens to a Pre-New Year's Show
The Ashgabat Winter Sports Complex was truly scorching hot today. The stands, filled with fans of contemporary pop, welcomed a world-class star—Iranian singer and producer Arash Labaf
Serdar Berdimuhamedov Shared the New Year's Celebrations with Young Turkmen Citizens
The main marathon of New Year's celebrations officially kicked off in the capital of Turkmenistan. Today, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov attended a festive performance at the country's Main New Year's Tree, erected in the square in front of the Älem Center
Orient News Website Launches an Updated Version of Its Mobile Application
The Orient news and information website has released an updated version of its mobile application aimed at improving user convenience and enhancing the reading experience
Serdar Berdimuhamedov Summed up the Year and Set the Pace for a New Phase
Today, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov held the final expanded meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers and the State Security Council for 2025. The head of state summarized the results of the outgoing International Year of Peace and Trust and officially approved the country's development vector for 2026
Under the Sign of the Horse: Turkmenistan Selects 2026 Motto
The motto for 2026 has been announced: "Independent, Neutral Turkmenistan – the Homeland of the Purposeful Winged Steeds." The corresponding resolution of the Mejlis was approved today by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov at an expanded meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers and the State Security Council
A Photograph in History. How a Horse's "Flight" Gave the World Cinema and Transformed Science
There are images in human history that change our perception of reality. When the world saw the photograph "Earthrise" in 1968, we realized the scale of our home. Today, on the threshold of 2026, we return to another ancient symbol—the Horse. It's not just an animal; it's a metaphor for life itself, speed, and the indomitable will to evolve
Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan Are Establishing a Dialogue on Pharmaceutical Technologies—from the Market to Personnel
Pharmaceutical industry Turkmenistan, which received a powerful boost from the creation of a medical cluster in the city of Arkadag, is reaching a new level of regional cooperation. An agreement was recently signed in Tashkent linking the scientific potential of Uzbek universities with the investment opportunities of Turkmen businesses
Capital of Fashion 2026: Major Apparel and Fashion Exhibition Will Be Held in Ankara
From February 11 to 13, 2026, the capital of Türkiye will become a global hub of the fashion industry. The 4th Ankara Ready-to-Wear Exhibition — Capital of Fashion (COF'26) will take place at the ATO Congresium Convention Center
