Earthquake remembrance: On the eve of the 78th anniversary of the 1948 Ashgabat quake, the Alp Arslan National Drama Theatre staged “Halk hakydasy,” a documentary-style production honoring victims and survivors. Weather: A cold snap is expected across Turkmenistan this week, with daytime highs around the low-to-mid 20s in Ashgabat and cooler nights, plus rain and stronger winds in several regions. Climate finance tools: Turkmenistan held an interagency session on a new digital platform to track and report climate spending and emissions data, backed by FAO and the Green Climate Fund. Investment momentum: The 2026 Turkmenistan Investment Forum wrapped up in Ashgabat, with officials stressing investor protections and a push for new deals; the EBRD also signaled early financing could follow a Central Bank memorandum. Transport & trade: Turkmenbashi port utilization climbed to 43% by end-2025, and Aktau airport is planning a $600m cargo expansion. Sports & youth: Turkmen judokas head to the World Championships in Baku, while school teams will compete in the FIRST Global Challenge in South Korea. Health: UNFPA and the EU announced a Breast Cancer Awareness Month seminar in Ashgabat on Oct. 16.