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Aziz Karimov

Aziz Karimov — tafs uz coverage of world. News, key facts and context in English, Uzbek and Russian.

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Bryson Fire in California Grows to 200 Acres: Evacuations Near Malibu, Power Shutoffs for 127,000 Customers

The Bryson Fire, which broke out Thursday evening in Encinal Canyon near Malibu, has grown to approximately 200 acres (81 hectares). Evacuation warnings and orders have been issued toward Leo Carrillo State Park and Pepperdine University, and the Camp Kilpatrick juvenile facility has been evacuated. Due to Santa Ana winds, a Red Flag Warning is in effect, and utility companies have cut power to tens of thousands of residents. Separate fires have been reported in Azusa and at the Camp Pendleton base.

Aziz Karimov
3 min read
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The World's Best Cities for Halloween 2026 Revealed: New York and Chicago Lead, Europe in the Top 10

Adventure360 experts analyzed 113 cities worldwide and compiled a ranking of the best destinations for Halloween 2026, which falls on a Saturday. Cities were assessed by the number of events from October 30 to November 1, the vibrancy of nightlife, late-night restaurants, safety, and the presence of a signature celebration. First place went to New York (91.1 points), second to Chicago (80.1), third to Edinburgh (79.2). The top 10 includes five European cities, including Dublin, Madrid, London, and Prague.

Aziz Karimov
3 min read
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Denmark urged the European Commission to review Spain's plan to legalize 600,000 migrants

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, at the EU summit, asked the European Commission to examine Spain's plan to legalize 600,000 irregular migrants, calling it contrary to the migration policy supported by most European countries. Pedro Sánchez had previously justified legalization with a model based on human rights and integration. The conflict between the two socialists has continued since the June summit.

Aziz Karimov
2 min read
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At least four people killed while fighting fire on Mount Bromo in Indonesia

At least four people died while battling a forest fire on Mount Bromo in East Java province, and two more were hospitalized with serious burns. Among the dead are two employees of Bromo-Tengger-Semeru National Park and two hotel workers. According to the head of Probolinggo Regency, the wind changed direction abruptly, and six people were trapped.

Aziz Karimov
1 min read
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Lisbon Mayor Carlos Moedas Intends to Suspend Kick-Sharing Service

Lisbon Mayor Carlos Moedas announced his intention to suspend the e-scooter rental scheme, calling it a 'disgrace'. According to him, scooters ride against traffic, the number of accidents is growing, and the city collects more than 1,200 abandoned scooters per month. The matter will be considered at the city council meeting on 21 October.

Aziz Karimov
2 min read
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EU summit: leaders divided over reform of the ETS emissions trading system

At the summit in Brussels, EU leaders clashed over the future of the emissions trading system (ETS). Finland, Denmark and Sweden warned that weakening the system would undermine investment in clean technologies, while Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš blamed speculators for destroying Europe's competitiveness. An attempt by six countries to delay the launch of ETS2 until 2030 failed, but secured an impact assessment.

Aziz Karimov
4 min read
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Norwegian teenager sentenced in Britain to 20 years for preparing a contract killing for the Foxtrot network

19-year-old Johannes Natland was sentenced at Woolwich Crown Court to 20 years' imprisonment for conspiracy to murder. He arrived in the UK in March 2025 on a mission for the Swedish criminal network Foxtrot Network, which US and British authorities link to the Iranian regime, and was arrested at a hotel in Huddersfield with two pistols and 19 rounds of ammunition. The identity of the intended victim was never established.

Aziz Karimov
3 min read
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Four firefighters killed while battling blazes in Bromo national park on Java; toxic smoke blankets Southeast Asia

Four members of a firefighting team died and two suffered severe burns while battling forest fires in Bromo Tengger Semeru national park in East Java. Months of fires and toxic smoke forced school closures in Malaysia, worsened air quality in Singapore and Jakarta, and affected more than 2,000 flights. Singapore is investigating companies linked to the fires and is considering action under its transboundary haze pollution law.

Aziz Karimov
3 min read
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UK government warns councils about risks of pedestrianising high streets

The UK Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government told a parliamentary committee in written evidence that pedestrianisation can make high streets more attractive but requires a carefully considered approach: without proper preparation it can reduce accessibility and harm the local economy. There are no official guidelines for local authorities yet; a new high streets strategy is expected by the end of the year.

Aziz Karimov
3 min read
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Marco Rubio to arrive in Samarkand on October 19 for the 'C5+1' meeting and dialogue with Uzbekistan

On October 19, Samarkand will host a meeting of the foreign ministers of Central Asian countries and the United States in the 'C5+1' format with the participation of Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The same day will feature the first round of the Dialogue on Expanded Strategic Partnership between Uzbekistan and the United States, as well as meetings of business circles.

Aziz Karimov
2 min read