09:16, 14 Jan
Apple is set to launch the iPad 11, a smart speaker, and an updated Vision Pro soon.
In the spring of 2025, Apple will unveil the iPad 11 featuring the A17 Pro chip, alongside a smart speaker with a display that will serve as the hub for smart homes. By the end of the year, the announcement of the second generation of Vision Pro is anticipated, with a more affordable version set for release in 2026. The company is strengthening its foothold in the AI and spatial device sectors.
09:16, 14 Jan
Blue Origin has canceled the inaugural launch of its New Glenn rocket.
Jeff Bezos' company Blue Origin has halted the launch of its New Glenn rocket due to a technical malfunction. The New Glenn rocket is designed for deploying satellites into orbit and could have marked a significant breakthrough for Blue Origin. However, unlike SpaceX, the company has not yet conducted any orbital launches.
08:52, 14 Jan
"Under pressure and without the right to defend themselves": Why were seven employees of Allamzhanov arrested for 15 days?
Following the assassination attempt on Komil Allamjonov, seven individuals employed by him were summoned to the Kibray District Police Department and charged with "petty hooliganism." Despite their denial of guilt, the judge of the district administrative court imposed a 15-day detention on each of them without hearing their testimonies.
08:52, 14 Jan
The Humo payment system was sold for $65 million.
An agreement has been reached regarding the privatization of the 100% state stake in the National Bank of Interbank Processing JSC. The auction winner, who offered the highest bid of $65 million, is Paynet JSC.
08:52, 14 Jan
In Tashkent, cash payments on buses have been eliminated. Have the issues been resolved?
Starting January 1, 2025, cash payments for bus fares in Tashkent will no longer be accepted. Payments will now be made using transport and bank cards, as well as one-time QR tickets. But how smoothly is the transition to this new system going? Reporters from Kun.uz sought to answer this question by conducting a survey on the streets of the capital.
08:52, 14 Jan
Political figure Rano Abdullaeva has passed away.
Rano Abdullaeva, the former Deputy Chairwoman of the Council of Ministers of the Uzbek SSR and Secretary of the Communist Party for Ideological Affairs, has passed away at the age of 89.
08:52, 14 Jan
Shavkat Mirziyoyev has embarked on an official visit to the UAE.
On January 13, the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, departed for the United Arab Emirates on an official visit.
08:52, 14 Jan
In Samarkand, five men died in one day due to poisoning.
In Samarkand, five men reportedly died in one day, presumably due to alcohol poisoning, according to a statement from the Prosecutor General's Office, as reported by Kun.uz.
08:52, 14 Jan
Uzbekistan will adopt a concept for the development of its transport and logistics system.
Uzbekistan is set to adopt a Concept for the Development of the Transport and Logistics System by 2030, as reported by Transport Minister Ilkhom Makhamov in an interview with Uzbekistan 24.
08:51, 14 Jan
Tashkent is set to receive 1,000 buses and will install 675 information kiosks to enhance public transport and access to information.
In 2025, Tashkent plans to introduce 1,000 buses and install 675 information kiosks for purchasing public transport tickets. This was announced by the Minister of Transport, Ilkhom Makhkamov, in an interview with "Uzbekistan 24."
08:51, 14 Jan
500 executives will be assessed for their susceptibility to corruption.
The aim is to cultivate an unwavering stance against corruption among public servants, implement a so-called "honesty vaccine," and develop preventive mechanisms in this area.
08:51, 14 Jan
"Ahangaran Cement" has been restructured into a limited liability company (LLC).
At the general shareholders' meeting of "Ahangarancement" on November 21 of last year, a decision was made to reorganize the company by transforming it into a limited liability company (LLC).
08:51, 14 Jan
A business center may be built on the site of the Beshagach market in Tashkent.
A business center is set to be constructed on the site of the Beshagach market in the Chilanzar district of Tashkent. Negotiations regarding this project have been conducted with the Turkish company Albayrak Holding.
08:51, 14 Jan
"What is the purpose of punishment?" - An in-depth interview discussing administrative arrests, judges, and the concept of justice.
In Uzbekistan, the number of individuals subjected to administrative detention each year exceeds 80,000, and this figure is on the rise. The portal Kun.uz conducted interviews with judges and human rights advocates to address issues related to the imposition of penalties for administrative offenses, pressure on the judiciary, "routine" articles, and more.
08:51, 14 Jan
JETEX will establish the first FBO service in Uzbekistan among CIS countries.
The private aviation company JETEX is set to establish the first and only FBO service in Uzbekistan. A memorandum of understanding has been signed between the Republic's Ministry of Transport and the company.
08:51, 14 Jan
In Surkhandarya, a driver who sold flour meant for export to Afghanistan has been sentenced to three years in prison.
The driver was supposed to deliver 500 bags of flour to the "Airitom" customs post, but instead sold them to local residents and spent the proceeds on online gambling.
08:51, 14 Jan
Rail links may connect Astana and Samarkand.
New international railway routes will connect Astana and Samarkand. A meeting took place in Astana between the leadership of "Passenger Transportation" and "Uzbekistan Railways Passenger Services."
08:51, 14 Jan
The New York-Tashkent flight made an emergency landing in Kazan due to an intoxicated passenger.
A 26-year-old passenger, who was drinking alcohol on board, caused a disturbance and disrupted other passengers. He had to be restrained, leading to the Boeing 787 making an emergency landing in Tatarstan.
08:51, 14 Jan
In Tashkent, two pedestrians were injured due to a serious traffic violation by a BYD vehicle driver.
In the Mirzo-Ulugbek district of the capital, a BYD driver, attempting to make it through a flashing green traffic light, collided with a Nissan vehicle. As a result, the Nissan veered into oncoming traffic and struck pedestrians crossing the street.
08:51, 14 Jan
An earthquake has been recorded in the Bukhara region.
The epicenter of the seismic tremors was located in the Karakul district.
