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Former CSKA midfielder Alexander Grishin shared his impressions of the early games of the Akron team from Tolyatti in the championship. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. After the first two rounds of the Russian Premier League, the team unexpectedly secured its position at the top of the table for many experts. They drew 1:1 with Krylya Sovetov and then convincingly defeated the Sochi team 4:0. According to Grishin, the main reason for the current success is the preservation of the team's game structure and its ability to adapt to various game situations. He also mentioned that Akron continues to play its football, quickly circulating the ball through short passes, but when necessary, transitions to attack by making long passes from defense. In addition to being able to play high pressing, the team also excels at quickly transitioning to defense. Grishin emphasized on "Match TV" that this is a strong and organized team. In the third round of the Russian Premier League, Akron will host the Moscow Spartak team at home. The match will take place on August 3.

Vladimir Ponomarev, a former USSR national team football player, expressed his opinion on the rumors regarding Villyan Rosha's potential departure from the CSKA team. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. According to the veteran footballer, the Brazilian defender plays an important role in the team's defense and should stay at CSKA. Ponomarev stated that letting Rosha go would be a mistake, as he is considered a quality defender and the management should keep him in the team. Currently, due to the lack of quality defenders, it will be difficult to fill his position. Rosha has been active in the Moscow club for three years and has secured a solid place in the starting lineup. Earlier, media reported that the UAE's "Al-Jazira" club showed interest in his services. CSKA started the new season of the Russian Premier League with a win and a draw, accumulating four points in the initial rounds. This indicates that the team's pre-season preparation is good.

Former famous football player Vitaliy Dyakov expressed his opinion about the future of the "Spartak" team in the Russian championship. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. According to him, "Spartak" will always remain a team that fights for high positions. However, it is clear that there is a need to strengthen the team. Stankovich has remained with the team, and the games at the beginning of the season will be of significant importance not only for the coach but for the entire team. In the expert's opinion, the last season was unsuccessful for the "red-whites," as they could not enter the top three leaders. After the second round, the "Spartak" team is in tenth place in the standings. The Moscow team defeated Makhachkala's "Dinamo" 1:0, but in the next game, they suffered a heavy defeat of 0:3 against "Baltika." These results reflect the team's situation this season, and serious work awaits ahead.

Victor Dyokeresh, the new forward who joined London’s Arsenal team, shared his feelings after moving to England. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. He wrote on his social media page, "The longer you wait, the better it tastes," and posted a photo in an Arsenal jersey. The Arsenal club officially announced the signing of the Swedish forward on July 26. Dyokeresh joined from Portugal's Sporting club and signed a contract until 2030. For this transfer, the London club paid a total of 73.5 million euros, including bonuses. The footballer chose the number 14 as his playing number. The new season of the English Premier League starts on August 17, and Arsenal will play its first match as a guest against Manchester United. All fans hope for the team's successful participation in this new season.

The midfielder of the "Ahmat" team, Maksim Samorodov, commented on the team's failures at the start of the Russian Premier League this season. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The team, led by Aleksandr Storojuk, failed to earn points in the initial matches. They lost to "Rubin" 0:2 and to CSKA 1:2. According to Samorodov, the current results do not satisfy the team. He believes it is wrong for "Ahmat" to be at the bottom of the league table, as the team can achieve better results. He emphasized that it is regrettable to miss out on victory despite creating many dangerous situations in the game. This Wednesday, "Ahmat" will face the "Zenit" team in the group stage of the Russian Cup. The match will start at 20:45 Moscow time. The team's fans are eagerly awaiting this game and hope the players will show successful results.

Aleksandr Chugunov, a former midfielder of Krasnodar "Kuban", shared his thoughts on the teams "Spartak", "Baltika", "Krasnodar", and "Sochi" in an interview with Kirill Ivantsov, a correspondent for the online publication "Evro-Futbol.Ru". Euro-football.ru reported on this. About "Spartak": the main problem is not in the disqualifications from the game. "Spartak" has fallen into a very difficult situation. I thought Stankovich would leave, but he didn't, and the team's condition is deteriorating, with nothing promising in sight. About "Baltika": here, the personal ability of coach Talalaev plays a significant role. He has influenced the players, awakened their sense of self-respect, and instilled confidence in them. There are many Russian-speaking players in the team. Once, when Krasnojan was asked if "Spartak-Nalchik" played well, he replied that only three players stand out in Russia, the rest are all the same. About "Krasnodar": they used to capitalize on opportunities well, for example, Spertsyan would score many goals, and luck would be on their side. But it wasn't like that in the game against "Lokomotiv". It would be incorrect to say that "Krasnodar" lost this game. It just happened that way. They are neither better nor worse than other teams. About "Sochi": there is neither a coach, nor a team, nor a collective. It is unclear why people are going onto the field. They are deprived of a sense of self-respect or pride. After two rounds of the championship, "Spartak" and "Krasnodar" have three points, "Baltika" has accumulated four points, while "Sochi" has not earned any points.

Despite a new peace agreement aimed at stopping the clashes that have erupted at the border of Thailand and Cambodia, the Thai government is accusing Cambodia of deliberately violating it. This was reported by Zamin.uz. Both countries reached a peace agreement on Monday to end five days of military confrontations. As a result of these clashes, at least 33 people have been killed and thousands have been evacuated to safe areas. Although the Thai military announced that it had ceased fire at midnight on Monday, reports indicate that shooting continued in various areas by Cambodia until the morning. However, the Cambodian Ministry of Defense emphasized in a statement to France's AFP agency that there had been no armed clashes since the announcement of peace. The border dispute between these two neighboring countries located in Southeast Asia had escalated again in May. At that time, one Cambodian soldier was killed, and subsequently, Thai soldiers were injured due to the explosion of a mine hidden in the ground. These events have brought relations between the parties to the lowest level in the last decade. On Monday, negotiations took place in Malaysia between Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Thai Prime Minister Fumtham Vechayachay. The meeting was organized with the mediation of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Hun Manet assessed the peace as a very good outcome. For a long time, Thailand, which has been superior in terms of weapons and technology, initially showed little interest in negotiations, but the threat from U.S. President Donald Trump to halt trade tariff negotiations forced Bangkok to agree to peace.

The London club "Chelsea" does not intend to compete for "Paris Saint-Germain" goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. With the imminent arrival of Luka Chevalier from "Lille" to the Paris club, rumors about Donnarumma's departure have become more relevant. Although it has been said that many major European clubs, including "Chelsea," are interested in the Italian goalkeeper, journalist Matt Law reports that the "Blues" currently do not want to add him to their squad. Perhaps Robert Sanchez will remain as the main goalkeeper in the "Enzo Maresca" team. Gianluigi Donnarumma's current contract with "PSG" expires in the middle of next year, and the parties have not been able to reach an agreement on an extension. Thus, the goalkeeper's future is currently uncertain. Due to the lack of a new agreement between the club and the player, there is a possibility of Donnarumma moving to another team. "Paris Saint-Germain" is preparing to buy a new goalkeeper, which could change the club's plans regarding goalkeepers. Overall, the "Chelsea" team will not compete for Donnarumma and is focusing on strengthening its squad in other directions.

The new English Premier League season is approaching. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. Arsenal is actively working to strengthen its squad. Their goal is not only to compete for the championship next spring but also to finally become Premier League champions. The Gunners have been waiting for over 20 years for a championship, which is a long time for a top-level club. In recent years, under Mikel Arteta's leadership, the team has made significant progress, but something is still missing for the coveted championship. The European football network publication is closely monitoring how Arsenal is preparing to take on the Premier League. Arsene Wenger is an important figure for Arsenal, having managed the team for 22 years and won 17 trophies. Among these, the most significant are three Premier League championships, celebrated in 1998, 2002, and 2004. In the 2003-2004 season, the team played unbeaten, winning 26 out of 38 matches and drawing 12. This is the only unbeaten season in Premier League history. During Wenger's era, stars like Thierry Henry, Robert Pires, Freddy Ljungberg, Patrick Vieira, and Dennis Bergkamp served the team. Wenger's legacy is not limited to trophies. He developed Arsenal's style of play – focusing on ball control and attacking football. During Wenger's time, the club made significant improvements in scouting and working with youth. He also led the construction of a new training ground in the 90s and was instrumental in moving the team from the famous Highbury Stadium to the modern Emirates Stadium. Although these changes took time, they were necessary for the club's development. After becoming unbeaten champions in 2004, Arsenal could not become Premier League champions for the next 21 years. In 2005, they finished in second place, and in the following decade, they often remained in third or fourth places. In 2016, the team had a chance to compete for the championship, but that season the unexpected victory went to Leicester City. In the following years, fourth place remained the best result for Arsenal. In the 2016/2017 season, the team finished fifth and could not qualify for the Champions League for the first time in 20 years. A year later, they finished the season in sixth place, which was Wenger's last season. Wenger was succeeded by Unai Emery, but it was a challenging task for him. Emery worked for almost one and a half seasons, and the team finished fifth in the Premier League. At the end of 2019, Arsenal invited former captain Mikel Arteta as head coach. Arteta left the coaching staff of Manchester City to take on the new role. Mikel Arteta faced many challenges in the process of rebuilding the team. He realized that filling the team with strong star players was not easy, as Arsenal was not participating in the Champions League at that time. Therefore, the team developed gradually. Under Arteta's leadership, in the first two seasons, the team finished eighth in the Premier League and faced criticism. However, the club's management continued to trust him. In the 2021/2022 season, the team did not participate in European competitions, which gave Arteta more time to improve the team. That season, Arsenal finished fifth in the Premier League. The following season, the team fought for the championship and secured second place in the spring of 2023, returning to the Champions League after six years. The Champions League is financially and reputationally significant for the team.

Bernard Berisha, the former striker of the "Akhmat" team, shared his thoughts about his time at the club and specifically highlighted the role of Andrey Talalaev in his career. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. He mentioned that he had the opportunity to work with many qualified specialists, but singled out Talalaev as the best coach. According to Bernard, he had his best season with this coach. Berisha played for the "Akhmat" team for many years. In the last season of the Russian Premier League, he played in 17 matches, scored four goals, and provided one assist. Earlier, media reports indicated that Talalaev wanted to invite Bernard to the "Baltika" club. This could open new opportunities for the player's future career. Overall, Berisha's time at "Akhmat" has been successful, demonstrating that he has gone through important stages in his professional growth.

Football player Aleksey Sutormin commented on the news about the tightening of the limits on the number of legionnaires in the Russian Premier League (RPL). This was reported by Euro-football.ru. Earlier, information spread that the Russian Ministry of Sports proposed to reduce the number of foreign players in the national championship. According to this proposal, clubs can have a total of 10 legionnaires, of which 5 can be on the field at the same time. Sutormin said the following about these changes: "It makes no difference to me. It will be as it will be. We will have higher authorities making decisions, they understand the situation better. I don't think there will be a big difference with the new limit." Currently, Premier League clubs are allowed to register 13 foreign players on the official roster. On the field, there can be 8 legionnaires at the same time. These new restrictions are aimed at reducing the number of players on the field and are expected to impact the development of football in the country.

Egor Golenkov, the forward of the "Rostov" team, evaluated his team's chances in the upcoming Fonbet Russian Cup competition. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. According to him, the team can defeat "Spartak" in the Russian Cup. They will play on their home ground and are expecting support from their fans. Winning is important in every game. Golenkov emphasized that his team is capable of winning the trophy. Last season, "Rostov" reached the final but could not secure the trophy. The score was 0:0 in regular time, and CSKA was stronger in the subsequent penalty shootout. On July 30, "Rostov" will start the competition in the group stage. The match against "Spartak" will begin at 20:45 Moscow time. The team aims to showcase their strength in this match and strive for victory. It is important to give their all in every game throughout the competition.

Kiril Pechenin, the defender of the "Krilya Sovetov" team, shared his thoughts on the initial games of the current season of the Russian Premier League. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. He stated that the coach emphasized that the team members have not yet fully developed mutual understanding, as they have spent little time together. Points can be collected gradually in each game. The main thing is to improve team interactions and achieve understanding with each other. Currently, the Samara club has accumulated four points. The players, led by Magomed Adiyev, drew with "Akron" finishing the game at 1:1, and also defeated the "Pari NN" team with a score of 2:0. Today, on July 29, "Krilya Sovetov" will start their match against "Krasnodar" in the Russian Cup. The game is scheduled to start at 20:45 Moscow time. It is important for the team to have a successful start in this new competition.

The Marsel club has approved the transfer of 25-year-old forward Igor Payshao from Rotterdam's Feyenoord team. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. L’Equipe reported on this matter. The transfer fee is estimated to be 35 million euros, including bonuses. The agreement is expected to be finalized in the coming days. Payshao had an outstanding performance last season, becoming one of the key players for the Dutch team. He played a total of 47 matches across all competitions, scoring 18 goals and providing 19 assists. Due to his consistent performances, clubs from France, Germany, and England showed interest in his services. However, it was the Marsel team that succeeded in completing his transfer. This agreement marks a new stage in Payshao's career, and he is expected to provide significant support to the team.

Aleksey Gasilin, former "Zenit" forward, shared his thoughts on the match between "Akhmat" and the St. Petersburg team as part of the group stage of the Russian Cup Fonbet tournament. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The match will take place on July 30 in Grozny and is the first round of the tournament for both teams. According to Gasilin, the Cup matches will be very interesting, as many clubs give opportunities to reserve players instead of the main squad. He particularly focused on the clash between "Zenit" and "Akhmat" and wants to observe how the St. Petersburg team's response will be to the draw against "Rubin" in the last championship. Gasilin said on "Match TV": "All matches in the Russian Cup will be interesting. I think teams will give their close reserve players a chance to showcase themselves. Personally, I want to see how "Zenit" reacts to the lost points in the match against "Rubin." Currently, "Zenit" is in sixth place in the Russian championship standings and has accumulated four points after two rounds. On August 3, the team led by Sergey Semak is set to face CSKA in the championship.

A shooting in a multi-story office building located in Manhattan, New York, resulted in the deaths of four people. This was reported by Zamin.uz. Among the victims was New York police officer Didarul Islam. The shooter, 27-year-old Shane Devon Tamura, took his own life after the incident. The shooting occurred on Monday evening at the building located at 345 Park Avenue. According to police, Tamura entered the building with an automatic rifle and opened fire in the lobby. He then took the elevator to the upper floors, shot and killed another person, and then shot himself. Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch stated that the shooter was the first to shoot officer Islam in the building where NFL and Blackstone companies are located. Surveillance cameras clearly captured him entering with a weapon. After reaching the 33rd floor, he opened fire again in the area where Ruden Building Management is located. Tamura had traveled from Las Vegas, and his connection to the city or the building has not yet been determined. He was a registered gun owner from Nevada, and ammunition was found in his car. Didarul Islam had moved from Bangladesh, had two children, and his wife is pregnant with their third child. He had served in the New York police force for the past three years. Commissioner Tisch called him a true hero. The shooting caused great panic in Manhattan, with people hiding in their shelters while police worked for several hours to clear the building. The incident led to increased security measures in the city.

Manchester City's midfielder Jack Grealish has resumed training with the team. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. According to ESPN, although the 29-year-old English player has returned to work with the main squad, he is looking for new opportunities to continue his career. Previously, Grealish's exclusion from Manchester City's Club World Cup roster fueled rumors that he might leave the team. Among the clubs showing interest in the player are West Ham, Tottenham, and Napoli. Last season, Grealish played in 20 matches in the English Premier League, scoring one goal and providing one assist. His future with the team and transfer possibilities are currently unclear. Jack Grealish's decisions regarding his career and potential team changes are expected to become clearer in the coming days.

Uzbek coach Aleksandr Tarkhanov evaluated the game of the "Baltika" team at the beginning of the new Premier League season. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. He emphasized the need to consider the current state of the team. According to the specialist, the team has prepared well, formed a good lineup, and new players are gradually joining the team. Additionally, since the start of the season, they have been moving in the right direction. The Kaliningrad team has collected four points in two games in the new season. In the first round, they played to a 1:1 draw against Moscow "Dinamo" under Andrey Talalaev. In the second round, "Baltika" defeated "Spartak" with a score of 3:0. The next game will take place on August 3. The Kaliningrad team will host "Orenburg" at home. The team's actions in the new season are under the attention of fans, as they strive to continue their previous results.

Vyacheslav Fedorishchev, the governor of Samarkand region, recently shared his thoughts on the initial games of the "Krylya Sovetov" team in the newly started Russian Premier League season. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. He emphasized that the team is strong and noted that true fans have confidence in the team. According to Fedorishchev, the club has a history of over 80 years and is only striving forward. The coaching staff, management, and especially the newly joined players will continue the playing style characteristic of "Krylya Sovetov." The governor expressed hope that the Samarkand team will continue to develop in the upcoming games. In the first round of the Russian championship, "Krylya Sovetov" played to a 1:1 draw with "Akron" in the Samarkand derby. In the second game, the Samarkand club defeated "Pari NN" 2:0, securing their first victory of the season. These results demonstrate the team's strength and competitiveness. Fedorishchev highlighted that the club's future is bright and there is confidence that they will achieve even more success ahead.

The new Barcelona player Runi Bardgji is positively impressing the club's coaching staff. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The team's head coach Hans-Dieter Flick and his assistants were greatly impressed by the physical fitness of the Swedish wing defender. The 19-year-old player arrived at the team base in excellent condition and is currently several steps ahead of many of his teammates. The Barcelona team purchased Runi Bardgji from the Danish club Copenhagen for 2.5 million euros in mid-July. The young player scored a goal in his first pre-season game in the "blue-purple" jersey, successfully playing for the home team against Japan's Vissel Kobe (3:1). After the friendly match, coach Flick announced his intention to continue playing the Swedish player in the starting lineup. Bardgji is expected to bring significant benefits to the team, and his development is generating interest for everyone.

Apple presented its new flagship smartphones, the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max models, in September. This was reported by Zamin.uz. These devices have been significantly updated not only in terms of internal capabilities but also in appearance. One of the biggest changes is that the rear camera module now spans the entire width of the body. The sensor layout remains the same as before, but the LiDAR and flash are now located on opposite sides. Apple has abandoned the titanium body and returned to an aluminum body. Aluminum dissipates heat 20 times more efficiently than before. The body is fully metal, with a Ceramic Shield glass area on the back for wireless charging. The front panel uses the new Ceramic Shield 2, which is three times stronger. Additionally, an anti-reflective coating has been applied to the screen surface. In terms of internal power, the new Apple A19 Pro chip is installed. It features a 6-core processor and a 6-core graphics processor, and with the second-generation Dynamic Caching technology, it operates 40% faster than before in long-lasting tasks. For the first time in Pro models, a vapor chamber cooling system has been introduced, with the aluminum body aiding this process. The camera system has also been significantly upgraded. Now there are full 48-megapixel main, ultra-wide, and telephoto cameras. The telephoto camera offers 8x optical zoom, as well as 4x mode and 3D stabilization functionality. The front camera is 18 megapixels and equipped with Center Stage technology. Additionally, video recording in ProRes RAW format has been added, which is an important innovation for those engaged in video editing. Regarding battery life, the iPhone 17 Pro model offers 33 hours of video playback, while the iPhone 17 Pro Max works for 39 hours. Charging the devices from 0 to 50 percent takes only 20 minutes. The prices are set as follows: iPhone 17 Pro at $1099, and iPhone 17 Pro Max at $1199. The devices will go on sale from September 19. The color options include Silver, Deep Blue, and Cosmic Orange. New TechWoven cases and Crossbody Strap accessories have been introduced. Whether Apple has truly reached the “Pro” level with these updates is a topic of discussion among users. The new models offer high levels of power and quality, which will help strengthen their position in the market.

A 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee, Irina Zarutska, was stabbed to death on a train in North Carolina. This was reported by Zamin.uz. The police arrested 34-year-old Decarlos Brown, who attacked the woman, and charged him with murder. The incident was recorded on video and widely shared on social media, causing significant public outrage. The city mayor called the incident a failure of the judicial system and promised measures to enhance safety on public transport. Zarutska's family stated that she had fled the war in 2022 and come to the United States, quickly adapting to her new life. She was interested in art, loved animals, and lived happily with her family. The incident also sparked political debates. Some criticized that Brown, despite having been previously convicted of serious crimes, had been released. The state leader called for more effective measures against crime. This event once again prompted discussions in society about safety and justice issues.

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.

Domenico Tedesco is one of the main candidates for the position of head coach of the Fenerbahce team. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The Turkish club is searching for a new head coach after parting ways with Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho. The "Canaries" management has shortlisted Tedesco's name, and the Italian specialist has expressed his readiness to take this position, according to the well-known journalist Nicolo Schira. If everything goes according to plan, the 39-year-old specialist will sign a contract with the major Istanbul club until 2027. Domenico Tedesco's most recent job was with the Belgium national team, where he served as head coach from February 2023 to January 2025. Previously, he worked at major clubs such as RB Leipzig, Moscow Spartak, and Schalke 04. His coaching experience and work with big teams could be a great opportunity for Fenerbahce. The club aims to achieve future successes with the new coach.

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.

The general secondary education system in Uzbekistan is undergoing fundamental changes. This was reported by Upl.uz. The country has officially begun implementing a 12-year education model. This was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Preschool and School Education. In the near future, a normative legal document confirming these innovations is expected to be signed. This decision was made as part of a comprehensive program to reform the education sector. The program was presented to the president on September 8 and envisions a systematic renewal of all stages from preschool to higher education. The transition to 12-year education is being carried out to align with international experience. The results of the PISA study conducted in 2022 showed that in 85% of countries considered leaders in education, the number of school years is exactly 12. The introduction of the new model will allow adapting curricula to international standards and also enable students to be well-prepared for subsequent stages of education and vocational training. The updated system structure will be as follows: the first year is designated as a preparatory stage for 6-year-old children, which is considered part of primary education. Primary education will last a total of 5 years, including 1 year of preparation and 4 years of primary school. The next stage is basic general secondary education, covering grades 5 to 9 and lasting 5 years. The final 2 years constitute complete general secondary education, which will be conducted in schools, academic lyceums, specialized military schools, or technical colleges. To ensure a smooth transition process and create the necessary infrastructure, about 3,600 new schools will be built and more than a thousand state kindergartens will be opened. It is precisely in these institutions that the updated preparatory program for the youngest students will be piloted. An interesting point is that information about the transition to 12-year education had been actively discussed on social networks since 2023. However, at that time, the Ministry of Preschool and School Education officially denied these claims, emphasizing that the 11-year education system was in effect. The current decision shows that approaches at the state level have been reconsidered and there is political will to implement large-scale reforms. In the history of independent Uzbekistan, a 12-year education system has existed before. From 2010 to 2017, education was organized based on a 9+3 scheme, where students who completed grade 9 were required to continue their studies at vocational colleges and academic lyceums.

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.