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A massive forest fire that broke out near Los Angeles, California, is being observed from space. Satellite images clearly show the area of the fire and the large plume of smoke. The smoke has spread over a wide area due to the wind, affecting Los Angeles and surrounding rural areas. The fire has engulfed over 12,000 acres, leading to the evacuation of more than a thousand residents to safe areas. Firefighting crews and special services are working vigorously to bring the fire under control. The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning due to strong winds and low humidity levels. This fire could further worsen the ecological situation in California and cause serious damage to the local economy.

News surrounding the transfer of 20-year-old central defender Abduqodir Husanov is increasing. Various media outlets continue to report on the Uzbek footballer, who is in the spotlight of more than ten clubs in Europe. Currently, Husanov is not with “Lans” and is not preparing for the upcoming matches. It has been reported that he is very close to moving to “Manchester City.” The club's head coach, Josep Guardiola, supports Husanov's transfer and has high hopes for his talent. This transfer is expected to be the largest deal in the history of Uzbek football. “Manchester City” is ready to allocate 50 million euros for the young player. This figure is significantly higher than the previous record — Eldor Shomurodov's transfer to “Roma” for 19.6 million euros. Husanov's agents, Football Group LLC, confirmed in an interview with Russia's “Match TV” that negotiations regarding the transfer are ongoing. They stated: — Yes, this is a fact. Negotiations are continuing, but a contract has not yet been signed. Husanov is currently in the process of obtaining a work visa for the United Kingdom. Once this issue is resolved, the parties are expected to sign a five-year contract. We hope that the Uzbek defender, who was trained at “Bunyodkor,” started his career at “Energetik-BGU,” and achieved success at “Lans,” will also find success in English football.

The Central Bank of Uzbekistan announced new exchange rates effective from January 13, 2025. According to the announcement, the following changes in the value of major currencies were observed: The US dollar appreciated by 16.56 soums, setting the rate at 12,957.00 soums. The euro increased by 9.29 soums, reaching 13,345.71 soums. The British pound rose by 46.26 soums, reaching a level of 15,941.00 soums. The Russian ruble was set at 127.77 soums (+0.92). The Kazakh tenge decreased by 0.05 soums, now at 24.57 soums. These changes in currency rates are noted to be related to the economic situation in domestic and foreign markets.

A 16-year-old teenager wearing a black mask and armed with a hammer burst into a school in Kursk, Russia. According to Kursk region governor Alexander Khinshtein, the school guard was unable to stop the teenager. “During the incident, the teenager ran into the school building and broke a window in the hallway. Despite being pursued, he exited and also smashed the front door's window with the hammer. While escaping, he left behind two knives and a bottle filled with flammable liquid. The entire incident lasted more than two minutes,” Khinshtein said. The teenager was apprehended shortly after. It was reported that he was not a student of the school, but he had a personal relationship with a girl studying there.

One of the biggest changes in Abduqodir Husanov's career is approaching. England's "Manchester City" club is reaching an agreement with "Lance" to purchase the defender. According to journalist Sanati Auna, Husanov's contract with his new team is planned to be signed until 2030. The English club is ready to spend 50 million euros for the young player. Currently, Husanov is not participating in "Lance" training sessions. Fabriz Hokkens links this situation to the player's imminent addition to the "City" squad. In this transfer process, the contribution of renowned agent Jorge Mendes is significant. He has managed to increase the transfer amount for "Lance" and finalize the agreement at 50 million euros. Thus, Abduqodir Husanov will soon become an official player of "Manchester City"!

The scientists at the National Institute of Health in Japan have found that peaches possess properties that slow down the aging process and extend lifespan. The research results were published in the Asian Journal of Longevity Research (AJLR). “Peaches are a true treasure of antioxidants. This fruit, rich in soluble and insoluble fibers, creates a strong protective shield for the body,” said Dr. Kenzo Hashimoto, a specialist in gerontology and dietetics at Tokyo Medical University. According to the research, antioxidants such as beta-carotene and polyphenols in peaches have the ability to selectively eliminate cancer cells without harming healthy cells. The effectiveness is particularly high when consuming well-ripened peaches. Based on experiments conducted on model organisms, it has been concluded that peach extract can extend lifespan by up to 23 percent. Scientists believe that regular consumption of peaches could become the cheapest and simplest way to enhance health and prolong life.

From September 15 to 19, 2025, the hot water supply will be temporarily suspended in certain areas of eight districts of Tashkent city. This was reported by Zamin.uz. This was reported by Kursiv.media. The hot water outage is related to preventive maintenance work carried out by Veolia Energy Tashkent as part of preparations for the heating season. The areas where the hot water supply will be cut off include: Yashnobod district, including Qorasuv, Beshariq, Birlashgan, Elbek, Asalobod, Quruvchilar, Uysizlar, Parkent, Chulpon, Alimkent streets, as well as massifs from Tuzel-1 to 4, Uysizlar-1, Asalobod-1 and 2, and Aviasozlar township. In Mirobod, Yunusobod, Shaykhontohur, and Yakkasaray districts, hot water supply will be stopped in areas including Amir Temur and Mustaqillik avenues, Sharof Rashidov, Navoi, Babur, Glinka, Shota Rustaveli, Bogiboston, and Arnasoy streets, among other locations. In Chilonzor district, hot water supply will be cut off in Katta Chilonzor, Muqimi, Seoul, and Choponota streets, as well as in TS-1, 2, 4, 5, 7, Oqtepa, Chilonzor (1-5, 7, E, I), Qushbegi, Boshliq, and Uchuvchilar townships. Additionally, some areas in Sergeli and Mirzo Ulugbek districts will also experience hot water outages. Citizens are asked to use water wisely during this period and take necessary precautions. The hot water supply will be restored once the preventive maintenance work is completed. Source: Kursiv.media

Apple company recently introduced the new iPhone 17 smartphone. This was reported by Zamin.uz. As a result of conversations with sellers at the "Malika" market in Tashkent, approximate prices for these new models have been determined. It has been revealed that iPhone 17 smartphones will be available for sale in Uzbekistan starting from September 23. Prices vary depending on the memory capacity and device features. For example, the 256 gigabyte model of the iPhone 17 is estimated to cost around 16 million 250 thousand soms. Models with larger memory capacity are priced higher. The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max versions have even more features and capabilities, with prices starting from 23 million soms and approaching 50 million soms. These new smartphones are expected to generate significant interest in the Uzbekistan market. Memory capacity and budget are important factors for buyers when choosing the most suitable option. Additionally, full warranty and service options are expected to be provided at official sales points. The release of the new iPhone 17 models in Uzbekistan will bring innovations and increase competition in the smartphone market.

Recently, many rumors have been spreading about the relationship between the famous Turkish actress Hande Erchel and entrepreneur Hakan Sabanji. This was reported by Zamin.uz. In particular, news about the couple's divorce has sparked great interest among fans. Hakan Sabanji, who spoke for the first time on the Gel Konuşalım program, responded to the claims regarding their relationship. Although he did not want to talk extensively about his personal life, he clarified some of the rumors. Hakan Sabanji emphasized that he does not want to discuss the issue of divorce because it concerns their private life. He also stated that the rumors about infidelity are completely unfounded. Earlier, Hande Erchel had deleted all photos with Sabanji from her social media pages. This became the basis for reports in the Turkish press about their divorce. The famous journalist Birsen Altuntaş highlighted that there are serious disagreements between the couple, but the official divorce has not yet occurred. Nevertheless, Hande and Hakan still follow each other on social media. While some fans hope for the restoration of their relationship, others speculate that this process might simply be publicity for the media.

A new bus route No. 177 has been launched in Tashkent city and region to improve transport services. This was reported by Zamin.uz. This route was established within the framework of ensuring road traffic safety and developing infrastructure. Starting from September 16, 2025, this route serving passengers begins from the Iftikhor neighborhood of Tashkent region and runs to the Chorsu metro station in the city center. This new route provides residents of the region with convenient and fast access to the city center. A total of eight modern buses operate on this route. They are King Long XMQ 6900EGW medium-capacity vehicles, 9.5 meters long, meeting high standards of quality and safety. The buses operate daily from 05:30 to 23:17. This allows passengers to use regular and reliable transport services from morning till evening. With the launch of the new route, significant convenience and time savings will be ensured for those traveling from the region to the capital. At the same time, road traffic safety will be increased and the efficiency of the city's transport system will be improved. This information has been confirmed by the zamin.uz website.

An unusual and interesting event took place in the city of Szekszárd, Hungary – the 18th International Grave Digging Championship. This was reported by Zamin.uz. This competition was organized by the country's Grave Diggers Association based on a clear plan and order. The event served to enhance the prestige of the profession. Participants took part in teams of two. They were given two hours. During this time, each team had to dig a grave measuring 200x80 centimeters and 160 centimeters deep. These rules required not only skill but also attention and speed from the participants. At the end of the championship, the Parakletosz Nonprofit team was declared the winner. This team won the championship for the second consecutive year, demonstrating their thorough preparation and high professional level. According to the organizers, such competitions not only raise the prestige of the profession but also introduce the younger generation to professional specialists up close. They also help participants develop teamwork skills and the ability to work in a healthy competitive environment. These events are of great importance for improving professional qualifications and further developing the field.

Famous footballer Edgar Davids, who played for Juventus in past years, learned that his acquaintance Nabila Habibi committed theft. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The ad.nl portal provided information about this. According to the publication, Davids found out several years later that his painting collection had been stolen. He had entrusted the collection to a trusted person. For a while, Habibi also lived in his house. While Davids believed the collection was kept in a safe place, Habibi stole 37 paintings, pawned them at various pawnshops, and received approximately 30 thousand euros. In 2017, when Habibi was unable to repay her debts, the pawnshops gained the right to sell the paintings. One of the buyers saw Davids' name on the back of a painting and contacted him through social networks. After that, Davids filed a lawsuit. Habibi admitted to the theft. Earlier, she had faced problems related to criminal cases and had left her acquaintance after taking 3500 euros from him.

According to the President's decree, the ToshTech Technical University will be established in Tashkent city. This was reported by Zamin.uz. This new higher education institution will play an important role in developing modern engineering knowledge in our country and training competitive specialists. According to the decree, the university will have full independence in academic, financial, and organizational management matters. This will allow the educational process to be organized in accordance with international standards. Starting from the 2025-2026 academic year, a one-year preparatory course will be opened at the expense of the state budget. This course will help applicants prepare for complex subjects. From the next year, that is, the 2026-2027 academic year, bachelor's degree programs will begin operating at the university. Students will have the opportunity to receive education in modern subjects. Additionally, from the 2027-2028 academic year, master's and postgraduate programs will also be gradually introduced. Studying at the university will be organized on the basis of state grants and tuition contracts. Classes will be conducted not only in Uzbek but also in foreign languages. This will enable students to gain international experience and expand their knowledge further. The most important aspect is that all students admitted by the 2029-2030 academic year will receive completely free education based on state grants. Through this initiative, ToshTech Technical University will play a significant role in enhancing the engineering and research potential of our country, as well as creating new opportunities for young people (source: zamin.uz).

Attention to partners in Uzbekistan and the Central Asia region! This was reported by Upl.uz. A major event uniting the opportunities of China and Central Asia will soon open at the International Exhibition Center in Tashkent. From September 16 to 18, 2025, the China-Central Asia Trade Exhibition will be held in an expanded format in Uzbekistan, offering you access opportunities to the Chinese market. This exhibition will present three main directions – new business opportunities. Technologies and ecological development will be showcased together. The exhibition will feature China's advanced achievements, including Gree's "Family Intelligent Solutions," Hisense's "Ultra-clear Display Technology," as well as energy-saving equipment and smart mining machinery from leading companies such as Zhejiang Hangcha and North Heavy Industry. Approximately over 200 leading Chinese companies will participate in the event. The exhibits cover the most innovative fields, from touch terminals to biomimetic robots, artificial intelligence-based diagnostic and treatment systems. On the opening day, a trade and investment forum will be held with representatives from official Chinese and Uzbek institutions, trade and industry associations, and companies. Special zones will be organized for brand presentations and sector-specific negotiations. Demands and offers will be announced online in real-time, enabling direct purchases and cooperation initiation during the exhibition. Additionally, within the event, a national image zone will be established to get closer acquainted with Chinese culture. Here, workshops on calligraphy, tea ceremonies, and paper-cutting art will be held, allowing visitors to experience the atmosphere of Chinese culture. The exhibition will showcase six main directions and the national image zone: smart manufacturing and industrial equipment, green energy and energy storage, electronic technologies, smart transport, eco-friendly construction materials, and digital trade and services. The most promising sectors, including new energy source vehicles, mechanical equipment, eco-friendly agriculture, household electronics, and digital services, will be widely presented. Chinese companies will bring their latest achievements and express readiness for direct cooperation. Whether you are a company seeking technological innovation or an organization aiming to expand your brand in Central Asia, this exhibition will become your key business event for 2025. We invite you to cooperate. Let’s open new opportunities between China and Uzbekistan. This event will be an important milestone in the trade history of Central Asia. Are you ready?