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Third National Urban Forum Azerbaijan wraps up
As we come to the close of the Third National Urban Forum Azerbaijan, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all participants - representatives of national and local authorities, international organizations, experts and partners - for...

Red Hearts Foundation and the Azerbaijan Judo Federation launch cooperation
An important step has been taken in the field of social responsibility within Azerbaijani sports. The Red Hearts Foundation, the Azerbaijan Judo Federation, and “Judo SC” LLC have signed a tripartite cooperation agreement within the framework of...

World News | China's Political Pressure Bars Taiwanese Judges from the Global Judicial Conference in Baku
Taipei [Taiwan], October 17 (ANI): China's growing influence on international platforms has once again come under scrutiny after six Taiwanese judges were prevented from attending the International Association of Judges' (IAJ) annual meeting in...

Azerbaijan resettles 54 more families in liberated Khojali District
Azerbaijan has resettled another 54 families in the country’s Khojali District following its liberation from Armenian occupation. As part of the “Great Return” state program, 27 families (116 individuals) have moved to the village of Shushakand...

Ministry: Heat waves have increased significantly in Baku over the past 10 years
Heatwaves have been identified as one of the main climate risks by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, said Deputy Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources Umayra Taghiyeva during a panel discussion at the "III National Urban Forum"...

Second day of National Urban Planning Forum continued in Azerbaijan's Khankendi -
The 3rd Azerbaijan National Urban Planning Forum (NUFA3) held in the city of Khankendi continued its work today with panel sessions, APA reports. On the second day of the forum, discussions were held on the most pressing issues of modern urban...

Azercell-supported “Azerbaijan Children Hotline” received nearly 1,600 inquiries in the third quarter of 2025
11:13 En Azercell-supported "Azerbaijan Children Hotline" received nearly 1,600 inquiries in the third quarter of 2025 The majority of inquiries were submitted by adolescents aged 15-18 The "Azerbaijan Children Hotline", operating with the support...

Khankendi forum marks Azerbaijan’s rise as regional model for sustainable reconstruction
The 3rd National Urban Forum of Azerbaijan (NUFA3), held under the theme “Towards Climate-Resilient and Healthy Cities: Regional Partnerships and Innovative Solutions”, represents far more than a conventional gathering of urban planning experts....

Top stories in Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia from 13-17 October, 2025
● OSCE Chairperson-in-Office and Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen will visit Georgia, as well as Armenia and Azerbaijan, from October 13 to 15. According to the statement, she will hold meetings with senior government officials and...

Mehriban Aliyeva visits Europe’s largest pediatric hospital, Bambino Gesù
On October 16, First Vice-President of Azerbaijan, Mehriban Aliyeva, visited Bambino Gesù, Europe’s largest pediatric hospital. The First Vice-President familiarized herself with the hospital’s molecular genetics and clinical diagnostics...

Nobu Hospitality announces new properties in Baku and Montenegro
Nobu Hospitality, the brand part-owned by Holywood legen Robert Di Niro, has announced the debut of Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences Baku along with the upcoming Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences Montenegro, developed in partnership...

Customer experience and employee experience: Keys to Azerbaijan's success in the digital age – INTERVIEW
Baku, October 16, Tamilla Mammadova, AZERTAC In the era of digital transformation and increasing competition, focusing on customer experience (CX) and employee experience (EX) is becoming a key success factor for businesses and government agencies...

Restoration project of the Catacombs of Commodilla inaugurated at the Vatican First Vice-President of Azerbaijan Mehriban Aliyeva attended opening ceremony
First Vice-President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Mehriban Aliyeva arrived in the Holy See – Vatican on an official visit, APA reports. On October 16, as part of the visit, First Vice-President Mehriban Aliyeva, along with family members,...

SIA flight diverts to Azerbaijan for medical emergency; Woman falls to her death at Jewel Changi Airport: Singapore live news
A woman died after falling from a height at Jewel Changi Airport. (PHOTO: Getty Images)A 56-year-old woman died following an incident at Jewel Changi Airport on 16 Oct, where she is believed to have fallen from a height. The police and the...

First VP Mehriban Aliyeva visits Europe’s largest pediatric hospital Bambino Gesù
On October 16, First Vice-President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Mehriban Aliyeva visited Europe’s largest pediatric hospital, Bambino Gesù. The First Vice-President familiarized herself with the hospital’s molecular genetics and clinical...
Compliant LHF ads build trust in smaller brand, finds new Azerion research
Smaller less healthy food (LHF) brands should not fear the forthcoming legislation that will restrict when and where they advertise. Rather than weaken performance, compliant ads can increase comfort and trust and evoke positive emotions with...

First Vice-President Mehriban Aliyeva visited Europe’s largest pediatric hospital Bambino Gesù
Vatican, October 16, AZERTAC On October 16, First Vice-President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Mehriban Aliyeva visited Europe’s largest pediatric hospital, Bambino Gesù. The First Vice-President familiarized herself with the hospital’s molecular...

Restoration project of the Catacombs of Commodilla inaugurated in the VaticanFirst Vice-President of Azerbaijan Mehriban Aliyeva attended opening ceremony
Vatican, October 16, AZERTAC First Vice-President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Mehriban Aliyeva arrived in the Holy See – Vatican on an official visit. On October 16, as part of the visit, First Vice-President Mehriban Aliyeva, along with family...

Nobu Hospitality Announces Dual Debut in Baku and Montenegro
Nobu Hospitality, the globally renowned luxury lifestyle and iconic hotel, dining, and residences brand proudly announces the debut of Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences Baku, along with the upcoming Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences...
SIA Flight 301 diverted to Azerbaijan after unwell passenger requires emergency medical help
SINGAPORE - A Singapore Airlines (SIA) flight heading to Singapore from Manchester in Britain was diverted to Azerbaijan’s capital Baku on Oct 14 when a passenger suddenly became unwell. SIA Flight SQ301, an Airbus A350-900 aircraft, was carrying...