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Astana: City Bridging Past and Future
Astana: City bridging past and future. Golden Gate of Eurasia, architecture, museums, AI center report.
5.4 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Venezuela
A 5.4 magnitude earthquake near Venezuela's coast, epicenter 60 km west of Caracas. No immediate reports of damage.
Paris Morgues Full: Heatwave Drives Death Surge
Paris morgues are overflowing as a deadly heatwave hits France. Learn about the spike in deaths and strain on services.
Doctor of Philosophy dies in Baku
Nabi Mahmudov, a Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics, dies in Baku at 71. He was director of schools No. 83 and 246.
Rainy weather: warning for drivers
Main State Traffic Police warns drivers about rainy weather. Drizzle limits visibility, increasing accident risk. Follow safety rules and control speed.
Neftchi signs Slovak striker Tupta
Neftchi signs Slovak national team striker Lyubomir Tupta. The 28-year-old agrees 2+1 year deal.
108 years of Honor: First Army Parade to Today
Azerbaijan Army's 108 years of honor: from the first military parade to today. Historical moments, heroic traditions.
Chechen fighter Yaxyayev: I feel at home in Baku
UFC fighter Abdul Rakhman Yaxyayev talks about the upcoming UFC Baku Fight Night tournament, saying he feels at home in Baku.
Famous TikToker Faces Execution in Dubai
British TikToker Brooke Corca faces execution in Dubai for murder. Details on Bond.az.
Shusha's healing wound: from occupation to freedom
The story of Shusha from occupation to freedom: its history, culture, and current revival.
Aqshin Fateh's restaurant closed
Meykhana performer Aqshin Fateh's newly opened "By Fateh" restaurant closed after MES fire inspection. Door sealed, operations suspended.
NATO bank proposal: Canada and Luxembourg step forward
Canada and Luxembourg propose creating a NATO bank to strengthen defense financing. The plan will be discussed at the July NATO summit.
Maduro's son explains quake damage reasons
Nicolas Maduro's son cites old buildings as cause for severe earthquake damage in Caracas. Two quakes of 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude hit Venezuela.
Bank assets exceed 59 billion manat
Azerbaijani banks' assets exceeded 59 billion manat. Central Bank data shows a 3.2% increase in assets in May.
7.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Venezuela: Buildings Collapse in Caracas
A 7.1 magnitude earthquake hit Venezuela with epicenter near Valencia. Buildings collapsed in Caracas.
Power outage in some areas
On June 25, electricity supply will be interrupted in some areas of Baku. Repair work will be carried out in Yasamal, Nizami, and Bilajari districts.
World Record: 20,000 Dance at Once
Uzbekistan breaks world record as 20,000 people perform the Andijan dance simultaneously in Andijan city at Babur Arena stadium.
Bitcoin Drops Below $60K: Crypto Market Crashes
Bitcoin drops below $60K, crypto market crashes. Third decline in 2026. $100 million liquidations on Binance.
Ankara ISIS Operation: 1 Dead, 1 Wounded
During an anti-ISIS operation in Ankara, one militant was killed and one person wounded. Security forces engaged in a firefight.
Insurance assets exceed 2 billion manat
Azerbaijan insurance sector assets reach 2.1 billion manat, capital requirements doubled.
Oracle lays off 21,000 employees due to AI
Oracle lays off 21,000 employees due to AI integration. Market cap drops to $530 billion.
Fire in one of Madrid's tallest skyscrapers
Fire in a 45-story skyscraper in Madrid: evacuation carried out, no injuries reported.
SpaceX shares drop $400 billion in one day
Elon Musk's SpaceX shares lost $400 billion in value in one day. Stock price fell to $154.6.
Landslide damages cemetery in Bibiheybat
Landslide hits cemetery in Bibiheybat, damaging graves. Sabail District Executive Authority begins restoration work.
Eyelid stuck in chain, Ministry helps
MES rescues a man whose eyelid got stuck in a chain in Sabunchu. Watch video.
Most Competitive Economies: Singapore Leads
Switzerland lost its top spot in competitiveness ranking; Singapore leads. Details on IMD report and shifts.
Azerbaijani businessman's stores burned in Moscow drone attack
Azerbaijani businessman reports huge losses after his stores burned in Moscow drone attack. Sadovod shopping center also damaged.
What Attracts Tourists to Azerbaijan?
Discover what attracts tourists to Azerbaijan: historical sites, nature, hospitality, and most visited cities like Baku, Quba, and Gusar.
Power outages in some areas
On June 18, power outages will occur in parts of Yasamal, Nizami, and Surakhani districts due to repair work from 10:00 to 13:00.
Driver dies behind wheel in Baku
Driver dies behind wheel in Baku. The incident happened in Binagadi district, the driver died of heart failure.
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