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Paraguay, Palau, Uzbekistan: The lesser-trod destinations travellers are flocking to this year

The latest UN Tourism report has highlighted all the ways travel is changing in 2026.

Euronews

World Cup 2026 kits: Every home and away shirt ranked and rated

A needlessly detailed look at the shirts on display at this summer’s World Cup in North America, ranked from most unpleasant to most majestic

The Independent UK

Canada Loses Star Player to Injury on Eve of 2026 World Cup

After another huge injury blow, all eyes are on Alphonso Davies’s battle to return in time.

Sports Illustrated

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Uzbekistan can provide more incentives to Indian pharma firms, aims to become regional hub for supply

Uzbekistan is inviting Indian drug companies to invest more. They are offering better subsidies and technology help. This aims to make Uzbekistan a key hub for making and supplying medicines in the region. Simplified rules and tax benefits will encourage more investment. This move will boost local healthcare and strengthen…

The Economic Times

World Cup 2026 – Group K guide: Portugal to dominate as Cristiano Ronaldo and Colombia’s James Rodriguez look to roll back years

How head coach Martinez manages Ronaldo’s minutes will define Portugal’s tournament

The Independent UK

TIIF to shape a new investment architecture for Central Asia

Tashkent will host a major investment forum from June 16-19. This event aims to establish Central Asia as a new hub for economic growth. The forum brings together global investors and business leaders. It focuses on shaping the region's investment agenda. Uzbekistan is solidifying its role as a key investment…

The Economic Times

First contact: Uzbekistan's rise to the global stage

Uzbekistan will make its World Cup debut at the 2026 tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada. In the second instalment of a four-part series, RFI looks at the journey of the first team from central Asia to qualify for the competition in its 96-year history.

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Bronze Age 5-year-old's skull found in Uzbekistan is the oldest known evidence of surgery in Central Asia

A child's 4,000-year-old skull found in Uzbekistan has signs of trepanation, making it the oldest evidence of surgery in Central Asia on record.

LiveScience

More Hong Kong tourists drawn to 'mysterious' Central Asia, travel agencies say

The mystique of Central Asia and its deepening business ties with mainland China have prompted more Hongkongers to choose the region for holidays, according to travel agency heads.

Bangkok Post

The Euronews guide to the 2026 World Cup: Groups, fixtures and European kick-off times

Taking place from 11 June to 19 July across the US, Canada and Mexico, this summer’s World Cup will be the largest in history – here’s everything that you need to know.

Euronews

UAE-backed programme broadens assessment of public institutions

Joint Uzbek and Emirati evaluation teams reviewed ministries and agencies using criteria including transparency, digitalisation and service delivery. Officials say future assessments will place greater emphasis on measurable results.

Euronews

EMGA arranges USD 15m financing for Asia Alliance Bank from OeEB

LONDON, May 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Emerging Markets Global Advisory LLP is delighted to announce yet another closing in Uzbekistan having secured funding from OeEB, the Development Bank of Austria, to support Asia Alliance Bank.Commenting on the transaction, Asia Alliance Bank’s CEO, Mr. Umidjon Abduazimov, said: “This new USD…

AAP

How to have your own ‘Race Across the World’ adventure across Central Asia

Interest in tours to Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Mongolia has increased since featuring on the programme

The Independent UK

Mahak Chauhan: Girl from a Uttarakhand village shines in Rugby 7 tournament in Tashkent

Mahak Chauhan, a young athlete from Uttarkashi, shone at the CASA Rugby 7s Championship in Uzbekistan. She scored nine tries, earning the women's player of the tournament award. Chauhan's journey began unexpectedly when she mistook a rugby trial for a race. Her impressive performance highlights the potential of athletes from…

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Ready to take on World Cup giants, Uzbekistan has 'nothing to lose,’ coach Cannavaro tells Euronews

In an exclusive interview for Euronews, the Azzurri legend who won the World Cup two decades ago — now coaching Uzbekistan to their historic first appearance — explains why his team is ready to face the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal.

Newslaundry

A trail of grief, little accountability: The Marion Biotech story after 68 children deaths

This is the third part of an investigative series examining pharmaceutical companies linked to the deaths of children from contaminated medicines, and the regulatory failures that allowed them to keep operating. It is supported by the Thakur Foundation. The foundation has not exercised any editorial control over the project.

Euronews

Could Central Asia help Europe address labour shortage concerns?

European labour shortages and legal migration systems were central topics at the Tashkent International Migration Forum, where officials came together for discussions and solutions.

Euronews

UzNIF debuts on London market in first international Uzbek IPO

The IPO generated more than $2.8 billion (€2.6bn) in investor demand and raised around $603 million (€540m). Officials at the London Stock Exchange described the listing as a landmark moment for Uzbekistan’s access to international capital markets.

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Etihad, Uzbekistan Airways sign codeshare deal to connect eight Uzbek cities via Tashkent

Etihad Airways and Uzbekistan Airways have inked a codeshare deal, enabling seamless travel to eight Uzbek cities via Tashkent. This partnership, launching August 9, 2026, alongside Etihad's new Abu Dhabi-Tashkent route, promises enhanced connectivity for travelers exploring Uzbekistan's rich Silk Road heritage and the Middle East.

Euronews

Turkic leaders drive their alliance towards an 'influential geopolitical power centre'

Turkic states' leaders have joined forces to advance digital and AI expansion projects in conjunction with their regional push for trade, energy, transportation, infrastructure, and regional connectivity developments to address the world's urgent "critical issues".

Euronews

Open-air jazz nights unite global musicians and new audiences in Uzbekistan

The Tashkent International Jazz Festival brought together artists from Europe, the Americas and Central Asia through a series of free open-air performances. Organisers say audience numbers and international interest are increasingly growing.

The Independent UK

Why were Chelsea denied a penalty after Joao Pedro appeal in FA Cup final against Man City?

The Brazilian felt the contact from the Uzbekistan international was enough to warrant a spot kick, but VAR disagreed in a goalless first half at Wembley Stadium

Euronews

Ok computer: Rare folk instruments and lost melodies find a digital future

Mountain melodies, centuries-old instruments and traditional rhythms are being digitally preserved through a new open-access music platform. The archive aims to reconnect contemporary creators with sounds that had remained outside global audio libraries for decades.

Sports Illustrated

Uzbekistan 2026 World Cup Preview: White Wolves Out to Make Pack Proud

Uzbekistan will have a World Cup legend at the helm for its first-ever appearance on soccer’s biggest stage.

The Times of India

Top 10 countries with the most gold in 2026: USA tops, China and India lead the global rankings

Gold is amongst the safest forms of investment in the world as it serves as an insurance instrument against inflation, foreign exchange risks, and political instability. It is very usual for the foreign exchange reserves of a country to have some quantity of gold in them. According to the figures…

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