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Uzbekistan’s Consulate General in Istanbul Warned Citizens about Deteriorating Weather in Turkey

The Consulate General of Uzbekistan in Istanbul urged citizens residing or temporarily staying in the provinces of Istanbul, Yalova and Kocaeli to exercise caution due to an expected sharp deterioration in the weather. Due to heavy downpours, Istanbul authorities imposed administrative restrictions: classes in schools were suspended, certain categories of civil servants were granted leave, and the movement of two-wheeled transport was banned after 21:00.

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King Charles III opens new Senedd session and meets first Plaid Cymru first minister for the first time

King Charles III and Queen Camilla officially opened the seventh term of the Welsh parliament. This was the king's first official meeting with First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth after Plaid Cymru's election victory. In his speech, Charles touched on the Welsh people's connection to their land and climate change. The ceremony was accompanied by protests, and the National Poet of Wales withdrew from performing after her poem was rejected.

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Uzbekistan’s Consulate General in Istanbul Warned Citizens About Worsening Weather in Three Turkish Provinces

The Consulate General of Uzbekistan in Istanbul warned citizens living or temporarily staying in the provinces of Istanbul, Yalova and Kocaeli about worsening weather conditions. According to the diplomatic mission, heavy rains and wind may cause flooding, complicate road traffic and lead to other emergencies. Citizens were advised not to make long trips unless necessary, to avoid low-lying areas, underpasses and tunnels, and to be careful near the coast, trees and power lines.

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Uzbekistan and Germany discuss recognition of driving licences and a joint driving school

The Migration Agency of Uzbekistan held talks with the German companies TSK Logistik and Global Talent Alliance on employment of Uzbek citizens in Germany's transport and logistics sector. The creation of a joint driving school and possible recognition of Uzbek driving licences in Germany were discussed. No decision on recognition has been made yet.

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Uzbekistan Appoints Its First Permanent Representative to the African Union

Ashraf Khodjaev, Uzbekistan's Ambassador to Qatar, South Africa and Ethiopia, has become the country's first permanent representative to the African Union. On October 14, he presented his credentials to AU Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf. The sides discussed developing cooperation in culture, economy and humanitarian interaction.

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Nearly 8,000 participants of protests against education reforms detained in France

According to France's Ministry of Justice, 7,950 people have been detained during protests against education reforms, about 80% of them minors. 2,700 cases have been opened. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu reported 937 injured police officers, 149 education workers and 248 students. On October 13, 161,500 people took part in the demonstrations.

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Technology

Gudea uses AI to predict social media crises before they flare up

Gudea, a startup presented at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, tracks the spread of stories and rumors across more than 500 platforms and helps organizations respond before escalation. The company raised $7 million in seed funding, bringing total funding to approximately $15 million.

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Former khokim of Tashkent's Yashnabad district appointed head of the Emergency Situations Ministry Inspection

By order of the Minister of Emergency Situations, Bakhtiyor Tugambayevich Rakhmonkulov has been appointed head of the Emergency Situations Ministry Inspection. Since August 2020, he served as khokim of Tashkent's Yashnabad district, and previously held leadership positions in the Emergency Situations Ministry system and the capital's khokimiyat.

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Economy

Buildings of the Nizami Pedagogical University in Chilanzar put up for auction for 207 billion soums

The Agency for Management of State Assets has put part of the old campus of the Nizami National Pedagogical University near the Chilanzar metro station in Tashkent up on E-auksion. The lot includes buildings with a total area of 1,818 square meters on a 1.43-hectare plot with a starting price of 207.24 billion soums. The auction is scheduled for October 26. The buyer is required to establish a non-state educational institution and receive the facilities no later than the end of 2029.

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Schoolgirls fight in Andijan region: homeroom teacher suspended from work

The Ministry of Preschool and School Education commented on a video of a fight between schoolgirls at school No. 11 in the Oltinkul district of Andijan region. The incident occurred on October 13 at around 14:00 during a break: a verbal exchange between three schoolgirls escalated into a quarrel. Documents were drawn up against the parents under Article 47 of the Administrative Liability Code, and the homeroom teacher was dismissed from her position.

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Technology

Five Startup Battlefield Finalists Named at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

Out of 20 startups that presented at Disrupt 2026, the Startup Battlefield finalists are Apate.ai, Flox Intelligence, Intero Biosystems, Industrial Next and Satlyt. The final will take place on Thursday at 11:30 a.m. Pacific Time; the winner will receive the Startup Battlefield Cup and $100,000 with no equity stake.

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Tashkent Mayor's Office: Registration at Draft Board Does Not Mean Immediate Conscription

The Tashkent Mayor's Office clarified that the registration of citizens at draft boards, mandated by the mayor's decision dated October 5, 2026, is intended for military registration of young men and does not imply immediate conscription. The procedure is regulated by Article 18 of the Law 'On Universal Military Duty and Military Service' and takes place in October-November of the final year of study.

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Economy

Interpol website no longer displays the wanted notice for Anorbank founder Kahramonjon Olimov

The Interpol website no longer displays a Red Notice for Uzbek entrepreneur Kahramonjon Olimov, who was declared internationally wanted by Uzbekistan at the end of September. Olimov is a co-owner of private Anorbank: according to the Unified State Register, he owns 49.4% of the bank's shares. Anorbank and the Central Bank of Uzbekistan previously stated that the shareholder's situation does not affect the bank's operations.

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Pope Leo XIV recovering after lung surgery at Gemelli Hospital

The 71-year-old pontiff underwent removal of the lower lobe of his right lung, where a malignant tumor was found. Doctors report that recovery is on schedule: the pope is walking on his own, eating, and even celebrated Mass. Biopsy results regarding metastases are awaited.

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Technology

Flock CEO defends surveillance technology amid nationwide criticism

Speaking on a panel at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 in San Francisco, Flock founder and CEO Garrett Langley said that the risks of widespread adoption of surveillance technologies do not outweigh their benefits and urged people not to stop progress. He rejected criticism, cited misinformation about facial recognition and police staffing shortages, but gave no concrete answers to questions about abuses.

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