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China's gross grain harvest in 2025 exceeded 714 million tons.

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Beijing, December 12 (Xinhua) — China is set to reap another record grain harvest in 2025. The gross grain harvest reached 714.88 million tons, according to data released Friday by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).

According to the agency, grain production volume increased by 1.2 percent compared to the previous year. -0-

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The UN-80 initiative must take into account the interests of developing countries – Group of Friends of Global Governance

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UN, December 12 /Xinhua/ — The UN80 initiative must take into account the interests of developing countries, which make up two-thirds of the UN's membership. This was stated by the newly established Group of Friends of Global Governance at a UN General Assembly briefing on the initiative on Thursday.

“The UN80 initiative comes at a time when the world has entered a new period of turbulence and transformation,” said a joint statement from the group, delivered by China’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Fu Cong.

As noted, the goal of the initiative should reflect the aspirations of the overwhelming majority of UN member states seeking to support multilateralism, strengthen the UN, protect the international legal order, and improve global governance.

In its statement, the group highlighted three key points: the initiative should aim to improve the UN's effectiveness and take into account the interests of developing countries, and its process should remain transparent and inclusive.

"To better meet today's challenges, the UN needs to adapt, revitalize, and strengthen," the group stated, adding that to this end, the global organization must reduce duplication, eliminate overlap, and improve efficiency. It must also become more flexible, responsive, resilient, and deliver better results.

With two-thirds of the Sustainable Development Goals behind schedule and development a top priority for developing countries, reform of development institutions must take into account the enormous needs and challenges of these countries, the statement emphasized.

“Mechanisms and resources must prioritize development and support the 2030 Agenda, including through capacity building,” the group said, noting the importance of equitable geographical representation, as well as representation of developing countries.

It is emphasized that the UN is an intergovernmental organization, and its Member States should play a central role and participate on an equal basis in the UN-80 process and in all areas of work.

“The Group of Friends of Global Governance stands ready to work with all parties to advance the UN80 initiative in a direction that supports a more just and equitable system of global governance, strengthens the UN in the long term, and serves the common interests of all Member States,” the statement said.

The Group of Friends of Global Governance was officially launched on Tuesday at UN Headquarters in New York.

The UN80 initiative is a wide-ranging reform initiative launched to mark the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations. –0–

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The UN Secretary-General expressed concern about the outbreak of violence in the eastern DRC shortly after the signing of peace agreements.

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UN, December 12 (Xinhua) — UN Secretary-General António Guterres is deeply concerned about the escalation of violence in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), where the security situation has deteriorated sharply since December 2. His deputy spokesman, Farhan Haq, said this on Thursday.

“The Secretary-General strongly condemns the offensive by the Alliance de la République Congo/Mouvement 23 March (AFC/M23) coalition in several locations in South Kivu province, including Kamanyola, Luvungi, Katogota and Uvira, which has resulted in civilian casualties,” he stressed.

Antonio Guterres called for an immediate and unconditional cessation of hostilities. The UN chief warned that an escalation of violence could seriously undermine efforts to achieve a sustainable solution to the crisis and increase the risk of a wider regional conflict.

A. Guterres called on the parties to fulfill their obligations under the Washington Accords for Peace and Prosperity, signed on December 4, and to fully comply with the Doha Framework Agreement on a comprehensive peace agreement between the DRC and the M23 of November 15.

“The Secretary-General notes that the UN is fully mobilized to work with partners to ensure the delivery of humanitarian assistance to those in need and reiterates its readiness to continue supporting ongoing diplomatic efforts to restore peace in eastern DRC and the region in accordance with the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework for the DRC and the Region,” said F. Haq.

The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported that some families have begun to return to relatively calm areas, but the vast majority remain in overcrowded shelters, where they face heightened security risks and the threat of disease outbreaks, including cholera and monkeypox.

As a reminder, a week ago, the DRC and neighboring Rwanda signed peace agreements at the White House with US support. Kinshasa has long accused Kigali of supporting the M23 rebel group, an accusation the latter vehemently denies. –0–

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D. Trump signed an executive order establishing a national regulatory framework in the field of AI, limiting the powers of states

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Washington, Dec. 12 (Xinhua) — U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday establishing a national framework for artificial intelligence (AI), limiting the powers of states.

"To win, American AI companies must be able to innovate freely without burdensome regulation. But excessive regulation undermines this imperative," the order stated.

It argued that state-by-state regulation inherently creates a patchwork of 50 different regulatory regimes, making compliance difficult, especially for startups, and that state laws increasingly require companies to incorporate “ideological bias” into their models.

“My administration must work with Congress to ensure there is a minimally burdensome national standard, not 50 conflicting standards,” the order says.

It also calls on Attorney General Pam Bondi to create an AI litigation task force “whose sole responsibility would be to challenge state AI laws.”

States that fail to comply could face financial penalties.

The move marks a victory for companies like OpenAI and Google, which are opposing what they see as overly stringent regulations. –0–

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The UN Secretary-General is concerned about the escalation of tensions between the United States and Venezuela.

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UN, December 11 /Xinhua/ — UN Secretary-General António Guterres is concerned about the escalating tensions between the United States and Venezuela, his deputy spokesman, Farhan Haq, said at a daily briefing on Thursday.

The UN chief "is concerned about any escalation of tensions regarding the United States and Venezuela, and he is concerned about recent developments," said F. Hack.

"We call on all parties to refrain from actions that could further escalate bilateral tensions and destabilize Venezuela and the region," said F. Hac. The UN calls on all parties to comply with their obligations under the UN Charter and international law, he added.

In recent months, the US has maintained a significant military presence in the Caribbean, primarily off the coast of Venezuela, ostensibly to combat drug trafficking. Caracas calls this a thinly veiled attempt to achieve regime change in the country.

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Thailand's king has dissolved the lower house of parliament ahead of elections.

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BANGKOK, December 12 (Xinhua) — Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn has approved a decree dissolving the lower house of parliament, paving the way for general elections early next year, according to a statement published in the Royal Gazette on Friday.

The decree signed by Prime Minister Anuthin Chanvirakun cites his administration's status as a "minority government" as the primary reason for the dissolution. "The current administration, which took office in September 2025, consists of a coalition of several parties that failed to secure a majority in the House of Representatives," the document states.

Meanwhile, effectively addressing the nation's most pressing challenges requires a stable government, and continued minority rule risks political instability, which could damage the country's economic system and international trust, the decree notes. "The appropriate solution is to dissolve the House of Representatives to hold new general elections… returning political decision-making power to the people," the decree emphasizes.

According to Thailand's constitution, the Election Commission must hold general elections within 45 to 60 days of the king's approval of the decree. –0–

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China launched its 16th batch of low-orbit internet satellites.

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WENCHANG, HAINAN PROVINCE, Dec. 12 (Xinhua) — China's Long March-12 carrier rocket, carrying a group of internet satellites, successfully launched from a commercial launch site in southern China's Hainan Province on Friday.

The launch took place at 7:00 a.m. Beijing time. The spacecraft successfully placed the 16th group of low-orbit internet satellites into their planned orbit. -0-

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Constitution Day

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Dear colleagues, dear students!

We congratulate you on Constitution Day!

December 12, 1993 marked the beginning of a new stage in the development of our country – the establishment of a democratic state governed by the rule of law.

The Constitution serves as a reliable legal foundation for the development of the Russian Federation and each of us. It reflects the achievements accumulated over Russia's long history and affirms the rights and freedoms of everyone, regardless of nationality, origin, or religion.

We wish everyone stability, harmony, success in work and studies, and confidence in the future!

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An NSU graduate from the Republic of Korea received an award for his performance in Russian in his home country.

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Oh Dong-gun, a graduate of Novosibirsk State University, was awarded the Director's Prize from the School of Graduate Studies in Cultural Heritage at Kongju National University for winning the 4th All-Korean Minhwa Interpretation Competition. He submitted his performance in Russian. The competition was held in Boryeong, South Korea. The event was organized by the Boryeong mayor's office.

"Minhwa" literally translates into Russian as "folk painting." It is a genre of traditional Korean folk painting that was popular among ordinary people in the late Joseon Dynasty.

Kongju National University is a multidisciplinary institution of higher education in the city of Kongju, Chungcheongnam-do Province. Founded in 1948 as the Kongju Normal Institute, it is currently the only national university in Chungcheongnam-do Province.

Oh Dongon studied Russian at the Busan University of Foreign Studies under Irina Mironyuk, a senior lecturer at the Center for International Educational Programs at the Humanities Institute. In 2014–2015, he completed an internship at the Faculty of Humanities (since 2016, the NSU Humanities Institute) of Novosibirsk State University under the academic supervision of Sergei Alkin, Associate Professor of the Department of Archaeology and Ethnography at the Humanities Institute.

Oh Dong-gon gained professional experience in conducting museum tours and interpreting works of art while working as a senior specialist in the Museum Operations Department of the Anyang Foundation for Culture and Arts in Anyang, Gyeonggi Province, and during his volunteer work as a tour guide at the National Museum of World Script in Incheon and the Cheonan City Art Museum of the Cheonan Foundation for Culture and Arts in Chungcheongnam-do.

Oh Dong-gun also participated in various cultural events as a member of the monitoring team at the National Central Science Museum in Daejeon and the Independence Museum of Korea in Cheonan. He served as a caretaker at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Gwacheon, Gyeonggi Province. He also provided Russian-language communication to tourists at the Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Cultural Festival, held by the Suwon Cultural Foundation in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province. Oh Dong-gun also served as a citizen reporter for the Cheonan Cultural City Center, among other positions.

While working as an international student support specialist at Sooncheonhyang University in Asan, Chungcheongnam-do, Oh Dong-gun was responsible for the cultural program for international students and introduced them to Korean culture.

"I am confident that my experience attending Korean studies, Asian studies, and culture classes in Russian at Novosibirsk State University has greatly contributed to my current achievements. I intend to continue to popularize Korean history, traditions, and culture in Russian among Russians, thereby strengthening the friendly relations between our countries," said Oh Donggun.

Material prepared by: Elena Panfilo, NSU press service

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An NSU master's student identified the accumulation of elemental boron nanoparticles in cancer cells during oncotherapy.

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A second-year master's student at the Department of Biomedical Physics is conducting a study on boron accumulation in tumor cells after the administration of boron preparations as potential delivery vehicles for boron neutron capture therapy (BNCT). Faculty of Physics of Novosibirsk State University Ksenia Kuzmina is working on this study as part of a large research team that includes Novosibirsk State University, the Budker Institute of Nuclear Physics SB RAS, the Lebedev Physical Institute RAS, the Prokhorov General Physics Institute RAS, and the Shemyakin and Ovchinnikov Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry RAS. Her supervisor is Anna Kasatova, a senior researcher at the INP SB RAS and a PhD candidate in medicine. The work is being carried out as part of the strategic technology project "Center for the Integration of Personalized Biomedicine, Pharmacy, and Synchrotron and Binary Technologies" of the Priority 2030 program.

Boron neutron capture therapy (BNCT) is a binary form of radiation therapy based on the selective destruction of malignant tumor cells. The key principle of this therapy is the selective destruction of only those cells that contain sufficient amounts of the isotope boron-10. Targeted boron delivery agents are essential for successful implementation of BNCT. Conducting studies on the accumulation of boron-containing agents is an important step in BNCT planning.

This therapy method works by injecting a boron-containing drug into the patient's body, which accumulates specifically in cancer cells. The patient is then irradiated at the INP SB RAS using the VITA (Vacuum Insulated Tandem Accelerator) neutron source. Neutrons interact with the boron accumulated in the tumor, triggering a nuclear reaction that produces heavy ions and alpha particles. These particles destroy the tumor during the nuclear reaction but spare healthy cells, which do not accumulate sufficient boron. Currently, boron-phenylalanine, a second-generation drug for this purpose, is primarily used in clinical practice for targeted boron delivery. Despite promising results obtained in clinical trials, the limited ratio of boron in the tumor to normal tissue in patients treated with boron-phenylalanine requires the development of more effective and selective boron delivery systems. Our Moscow physicist and chemist colleagues synthesized elemental boron nanoparticles, functionalized them with a biocompatible Silane-PEG coating to improve their pharmacokinetic properties, and sent them to us for study of the suitability of this drug for BNCT as a potential agent for boron delivery to tumors, said Ksenia Kuzmina.

Studies of the biodistribution and cytotoxicity of boron nanoparticles were conducted both in vitro (on living cell cultures) and in vivo (on laboratory mice). Two human tumor cell lines—breast carcinoma (BT474) and glioblastoma (U87)—were used in the in vitro study, as well as healthy cells—human fibroblasts (BJ-5ta). The studies established that these nanoparticles were nontoxic for all three cell lines at the concentrations required for successful BNCT. The greatest BNCT effect was observed for the BT474 cell line; according to clonogenic analysis, the proportion of surviving cells was less than 1%. The proportion of surviving U87 cells in the BNCT group was 35%, which significantly differs from the result obtained in the control group.

To study the in vivo biodistribution of boron after intratumoral administration of elemental boron nanoparticles to mice bearing the BT474 tumor, the scientists used inductively coupled plasma atomic emission spectrometry. The boron concentration in the tumor was 163 μg/g 30 minutes after administration, and 64 μg/g after 90 minutes. Boron-10 concentrations in the blood and muscle were significantly lower. The tumor-to-normal tissue ratio of boron concentrations was 15 and 4 at the 30- and 90-minute time points, respectively, exceeding the ratio for second-generation targeted delivery agents. This indicates the greater selectivity of the nanoparticles studied.

"Research into the accumulation of boron nanoparticles in tumor and healthy cells is ongoing. Our goal is to find a delivery system that will accumulate very well in tumors but retain minimally in the blood, kidneys, liver, and brain. With the launch of the Siberian Ring Photon Source (SKIF), we will be able to screen new compounds for the development of targeted boron delivery systems, study the mechanism of this process, and determine the molecular structures of these substances. We hope to be among the first users of SKIF," said Ksenia Kuzmina.

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