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Epstein files and anatomy of elite impunity

Epstein files and anatomy of elite impunity

On 30 January 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice published over 3 million pages, including 2,000 videos and 180,000 images related to Jeffrey Epstein as part of the Epstein Files Transparency Act. As it detonated again, this time, loudly, chaotically, and in a form almost designed to confuse. Millions of documents were released at once, dumped into the public domain without a clear narrative, hierarchy, or guiding explanation.

Nation
President Aliyev: It’s a great honor for me to receive the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity

President Aliyev: It’s a great honor for me to receive the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity

“First of all, I would like to express my gratitude to the Judging Committee for this award. It’s a great honor for me to receive the award,” President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev said during the awarding ceremony of the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity.

Oil & Gas
SOCAR plans to drill 80 wells and conduct over 500 operations this year

SOCAR plans to drill 80 wells and conduct over 500 operations this year

A total of 80 wells are planned to be drilled this year, along with more than 500 well operations, according to SOCAR.

Business
AMB prepares new law to strengthen consumer protection in lending

AMB prepares new law to strengthen consumer protection in lending

The Central Bank of Azerbaijan (AMB) has drafted a new version of the Law on Lombards, with a stronger focus on protecting consumer rights, Azernews reports.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
President Ilham Aliyev thanks Donald Trump for his contribution to peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia

President Ilham Aliyev thanks Donald Trump for his contribution to peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia

“So last six months, since the historical Summit in Washington hosted by US President Donald Trump, was the month of partnership, cooperation and movement towards long, lasting and eternal peace,” President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev said during the awarding ceremony of the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity.

Armenian Aggression
ANAMA clears 1,738 hectares of mines in liberated territories

ANAMA clears 1,738 hectares of mines in liberated territories

In January, Azerbaijani demining teams detected and neutralized 37 anti-tank mines, 337 anti-personnel mines, and 1,364 unexploded ordnance (UXO) in territories recently liberated from occupation, Azernews reports, citing the Azerbaijan National Agency for Mine Action (ANAMA).

World
Tokyo market mixed after Nikkei jump

Tokyo market mixed after Nikkei jump

Tokyo stocks closed mixed on Wednesday, as the benchmark Nikkei index retreated after surging to a record high the previous day, while exporter shares found support from a weaker yen, Azernews reports, citing foreign media.

Travel
Azerbaijani pilgrims currently at Medina international airport

Azerbaijani pilgrims currently at Medina international airport
Second group of Azerbaijani pilgrims to depart for Hajj this month

Second group of Azerbaijani pilgrims to depart for Hajj this month
Astana celebrates Novruz with festive events and cultural celebrations [PHOTOS]

Astana celebrates Novruz with festive events and cultural celebrations [PHOTOS]
Albania’s impeccable hospitality and exuberant architecture

Albania’s impeccable hospitality and exuberant architecture
Experience charm of autumn season at Shahdag National Park

Experience charm of autumn season at Shahdag National Park
Georgian foreign travelers arrive in Shusha

Georgian foreign travelers arrive in Shusha

Lifestyle
Prime Video sets premiere date for prequel to 'Legally Blonde'

Prime Video sets premiere date for prequel to 'Legally Blonde'

Prime Video has officially announced the release date for "Elle", the prequel series to the iconic comedy "Legally Blonde", Azernews reports. The show is set to premiere on July 1, 2026.

Culture
Netflix turns 'Stranger Things' into animated adventure [VIDEO]

Netflix turns 'Stranger Things' into animated adventure [VIDEO]

The Upside Down just leveled up. Netflix is bringing "Stranger Things" to animation with "Tales from '85", a brand-new spinoff that promises to explore the untold stories of Hawkins' weirdest winter yet, Azernews reports.

Events
Youth Day 2026: Azerbaijan recognizes young achievements

Youth Day 2026: Azerbaijan recognizes young achievements

On February 2, Azerbaijan marks a day that has quietly become one of the most meaningful in the country's calendar, Azernews reports.

Sports
Goranboy launches Youth Capital 2026 project [PHOTOS]

Goranboy launches Youth Capital 2026 project [PHOTOS]

The official opening ceremony of the "Youth Capital 2026" project has taken place in Goranboy, marking the district's designation as Azerbaijan's Youth Capital for the coming year, Azernews reports.

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