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Ecology

In Uzgen District, a man was fined 12,500 soms for violating hunting regulations

On January 3, in the Uzgen district, employees of the Osh regional office of the Environmental Supervision Service conducted raids to monitor compliance with hunting regulations. According to the press service of the environmental supervision, during the inspection, one violator was identified, who was fined 12,500 soms in accordance with Article 263 of the Code of Offenses concerning violations of hunting rules.

05.01.2026, 01:02
Ecology

Violations in the Field of Subsoil Use and Fishing Identified in the Bakai-Ata District, - Environmental Supervision Service

On January 3, employees of the Talas Regional Department of the Ecological Supervision Service conducted an inspection in the Kümüştak gorge in the Bakai-Ata district. According to information provided by the Ecological Supervision Service, during the raid, a citizen with the initials S.M.K. was found engaged in the washing of placer gold without the proper permits issued in accordance with established requirements.

05.01.2026, 00:59
The Situation in Venezuela. The U.S. Intends to Control the Country and Other Statements by Trump
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The Situation in Venezuela. The U.S. Intends to Control the Country and Other Statements by Trump

At a press conference, U.S. President Donald Trump announced his country's intention to control the situation in Venezuela until a safe and reasonable transition of power is ensured. Trump mentioned that the operation being conducted in Venezuela was named "Midnight Hammer." He expressed readiness to carry out a "second wave" of actions in the country, although there is currently no need for that. The U.S. President noted that this attack was unprecedented since World

05.01.2026, 00:47
Ecology

In Osh Region, 3 men illegally kept 7 grey-headed goldfinches in a cage. They were fined 30,000 soms.

On January 1, inspectors from the Osh Regional Department of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service, together with employees from the Department of Specially Protected Natural Areas and Biodiversity of the Ministry of Natural Resources, as well as members of the "Bars-2" group from NABU, conducted raids in the hunting grounds of the Kara-Suu and Aravan districts. During the inspection conducted in the Kumböz Papanskoy Aiyl Aimak area, it was found that three men were

04.01.2026, 22:07
Exclusive

Resident of Kashka-Suu: Vacationers at ski resorts are throwing trash along the roads

A local resident contacted Kaktus.media with a message in which she described a pollution problem caused by tourists. She claims that the situation becomes particularly serious with the onset of the winter season. Visitors to the ski resort, while traveling to and from, throw garbage directly from their cars. In particular, she captured on camera how one of the drivers threw a glass bottle out of the window. The woman also emphasized that over time, the trash accumulates, and when warm weather

04.01.2026, 21:58
Ecology

Lake Issyk-Kul Cleared of 1100 Meters of Poacher Nets

On January 4, raids were conducted in the waters of Lake Issyk-Kul, organized by inspectors from the Issyk-Kul Regional Department of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service in collaboration with the eco-tourism police. According to the press service of the Ministry of Nature, measures were taken during the operation against illegal fishing, which allowed for the removal of old synthetic fishing nets totaling 1,100 meters in length from the water bodies.

04.01.2026, 21:51
Ecology

The Ecological Supervision Service in the Jalal-Abad Region Checked Tubing Locations

Inspectors of the Ecological Supervision Department of the Jalal-Abad region conducted preventive measures to ensure the safety of winter recreation in the village of Arstanbap-Ata in the Bazar-Korgon district on January 3. According to a report from the Ecological Supervision Service, the main goal of these activities was to prevent accidents during the winter period, ensure the safety of citizens, and inform vacationers about the rules of conduct on the slopes. During the events, inspectors

04.01.2026, 21:32
Ecology

Eco-inspectors of the Environmental Supervision Service conducted explanatory work at Töö-Jayloo in the Batken region.

On January 2, employees of the Batken Regional Department of the Environmental Supervision Service conducted informational activities in the area of Töö-Jayloo, located in the Leilek district. According to information provided by the Environmental Supervision Service, discussions were organized with vacationers during the raid, during which issues of environmental protection, maintaining cleanliness, and preventing illegal hunting were addressed.

04.01.2026, 21:28
Incidents

Two Participants of a Cafe Fight Detained in Bishkek

A report of a fight was received by the duty unit "102" on January 2 at 03:33. The incident occurred at a café on Sukhbaatar Street, and the fact was registered in the automated information system of the Internal Affairs Department of the October District of the capital. During the investigation, in accordance with Article 126 "Minor Hooliganism" of the Code of Offenses of the Kyrgyz Republic, two individuals were detained: M. A., born in 1992, and S. E., born in 1993. Both

04.01.2026, 21:07
Local news

Raids Took Place in Bishkek Nightclubs

In Bishkek, employees of the drug control service conducted a series of preventive measures in the city's nightclubs. These actions were aimed at preventing offenses related to narcotic and psychotropic substances. During the raids, police representatives visited various establishments, holding discussions with the administration, staff, and visitors. The main focus was on the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic and the responsibility for the illegal trafficking, storage, and use of drugs.

04.01.2026, 20:59
Local news / Exclusive

In the city of Manas, 15.4 km of railway is being dismantled

On the territory from the city of Manas to the village of Oktyabrskoye, the dismantling of the railway is planned, followed by the construction of a road. According to information from local authorities, the work on removing the railway track is being carried out in accordance with the directive of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. The dismantling affects the section of the railway on the route Jalal-Abad–Kök-Jaŋgak from kilometer 406 to 421.

04.01.2026, 20:52
In the world

Bloomberg: Marco Rubio Will Take Over the Management of Venezuela After the Overthrow of Maduro

According to Bloomberg, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who has previously criticized both Nicolas Maduro and his predecessor Hugo Chavez, will play an important role in establishing a transitional governance system for Venezuela. On January 3, after American special forces captured and removed Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the U.S. would take over the management of the country until a "safe and reasonable transfer of power," although

04.01.2026, 20:46
In the world

Denmark Responds to Publication of Greenland Map in Colors of the U.S. Flag

Katy Miller, the wife of Stephen Miller, Deputy Chief of Staff at the White House, shared an image of Greenland styled in the colors of the U.S. flag on social media platform X, adding the comment "Soon" to her post. Against the backdrop of the U.S. military operation in Venezuela, The Guardian reported on possible new targets for Washington, which may include Denmark and Iran. The newspaper also noted that American officials in the past had raised the issue of wanting to gain control

04.01.2026, 20:11
In the world

In Greece, air traffic has been suspended due to a communication systems failure

On Sunday morning, serious problems arose in the airspace of Greece, leading to a virtual halt in air traffic. According to Euronews, flight operations were suspended at Athens International Airport "Eleftherios Venizelos" and other airports across the country. It has been preliminarily established that the disruption was caused by issues with radio frequencies, prompting authorities to issue a directive to cancel all flights in Greek airspace. This led to a breakdown in communication

04.01.2026, 20:06
Local news

Head of the State Committee for National Security Kamchybek Tashiev is in Mecca

In Mecca, the head of the State National Security Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kamchybek Tashiev, is performing the minor pilgrimage (Umrah). In the published videos, it can be seen that the Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Saudi Arabia, Ulukbek Maripov, is present with him. Also appearing in the frame are the Chief of Staff of the President, Kanybek Tumanbaev, the former Mufti of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan, Maksatbek Azhy Toktomushev, and other officials.

04.01.2026, 19:53
Economy

In Finland, heat from data centers is used for heating homes

In Finland, an innovative solution is being implemented that uses the heat generated by data centers for heating cities. The water that is heated during the cooling of servers is fed into heating networks and then returned to the data centers in a closed loop. A striking example of this approach is the Google data center located in Hamina. According to information from the company and local authorities, it provides heat to about two thousand residential houses for free, which accounts for up to

04.01.2026, 19:46
Local news

A Steinway & Sons Grand Piano Acquired for the Grand Hall of the Opera and Ballet Theatre

In the Malachite Hall of the Kyrgyz National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet named after A. Maldybaev, an event took place on December 31 dedicated to the presentation of the Steinway & Sons concert grand piano model D-274. This instrument was purchased for the Grand Hall of the theatre on December 15, 2025, with the assistance of the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy. Among those present at the event were the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Edil Baisalov,

04.01.2026, 19:10
In the Issyk-Ata District, the police are investigating the circumstances of a fight between villagers
Incidents

In the Issyk-Ata District, the police are investigating the circumstances of a fight between villagers

In the Chuy region, specifically in one of the villages of the Issyk-Ata district, a conflict erupted into a mass brawl among young people from various localities. This was reported by the Main Internal Affairs Department (GUVd) of the region. According to law enforcement agencies, a signal about the conflict was received on the 102 hotline on January 2. The incident occurred in the center of one of the rural districts. An investigative operational group from the GUVd, along with officers from

04.01.2026, 18:44
In the world

Zelensky: If this is how we deal with dictators, then the U.S. knows what to do next

During a briefing for journalists, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky commented on the recent U.S. military operation in Venezuela, during which Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores were arrested and taken out of the country. With irony, he remarked: "What can I say? If dictators can be dealt with in this way, then the U.S. certainly knows how to proceed with them in the future." However, he did not specify who he was referring to.

04.01.2026, 18:23
The Ministry of Health of Kazakhstan denied the information about the alleged "purchase of cheap vaccines that cause diseases in children."
In the world

The Ministry of Health of Kazakhstan denied the information about the alleged "purchase of cheap vaccines that cause diseases in children."

The Ministry of Health emphasized that all vaccines used in Kazakhstan as part of the National Vaccination Calendar undergo multi-level expertise at both international and national levels. They receive registration and approval in accordance with the requirements of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the current legislation of the country. The procurement of vaccines is based on their quality, safety, and efficacy indicators, rather than on price.

04.01.2026, 18:08
As a result of the U.S. operation in Venezuela, at least 40 people have died, - New York Times
In the world

As a result of the U.S. operation in Venezuela, at least 40 people have died, - New York Times

New York Times According to the publication, among the dead are both civilians and military personnel. "At least 40 people, including civilians and military, have fallen victim to the attack," the report states. Acting President of Venezuela Delcy Rodriguez, who was recently appointed to the position, stated that among the deceased are both government officials and civilians.

04.01.2026, 18:01
Ukraine imposed sanctions against individuals and legal entities supplying equipment and electronics for Russia's military-industrial complex.
In the world

Ukraine imposed sanctions against individuals and legal entities supplying equipment and electronics for Russia's military-industrial complex.

Volodymyr Zelensky The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, signed a decree implementing the decision of the National Security and Defense Council to impose sanctions against 95 individuals and 70 legal entities. Most of them are citizens and residents of the Russian Federation. The sanctions target industrial companies in sectors such as chemical, metallurgical, and mining, as well as enterprises operating in Russia's fuel and energy complex.

04.01.2026, 17:59
In the world

Ali Khamenei Calls for Harsh Measures Against Participants of Mass Unrest in Iran

Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran, commented for the first time on the mass protests that began in the country at the end of December, emphasizing the need for harsh measures against the participants in the unrest. This was reported by Euronews. During his speech on January 3 on Iranian television, Khamenei acknowledged that the concerns of street vendors regarding the fall of the national currency are justified. He noted that it was economic difficulties that became the catalyst for the

04.01.2026, 17:57
In the world

Scientists link the consumption of dark chocolate to the slowing of biological aging

In a study published in the journal Aging, scientists analyzed data from 1,669 participants from two independent registries. They assessed the concentration of theobromine and caffeine in the blood, as well as two markers of biological age based on changes in DNA methylation: epigenetic age and telomere status, which protect the ends of chromosomes. It was found that individuals with high levels of theobromine had a biological age lower than their chronological age. However, similar results for

04.01.2026, 17:57
Exclusive

Flour mills increase production of specialized flour for the food service industry, reducing dependence on imports, - head of the Association

The leading flour mills in the country have the ability to produce a variety of flour types, adapting their products to market demands and the characteristics of the raw materials used. This was reported by Rustam Junushov, president of the Millers Association, during a radio program. He emphasized that one mill can produce both baking flour and specialized flour, where the key factor is the quality of the wheat, particularly the gluten content.

04.01.2026, 17:50
Local news

What do Kyrgyz people consider the most important achievements and events of 2025 for the country? Survey results

At the Kusein Isaev Center for Social Research (CISR) at BGU, a survey was conducted from December 25 to 29, the results of which show what achievements and events of 2025 Kyrgyz citizens consider the most significant for their country. According to the collected data, 54.7% of survey participants highlighted "the construction of apartment buildings, schools, hospitals, kindergartens, and stadiums" as the main priority. In second place, with 29.3% of respondents, was "the

04.01.2026, 17:44
News / Education news

The Ministry of Science has determined who will conduct the OGE in 2026-2028.

The Ministry of Science has appointed the Center for Assessment in Education and Teaching Methods (CAETM) as responsible for conducting the nationwide testing (ORT) for the years 2026–2028, according to information from the department's press service. On November 21, the ministry announced a competitive selection for the Independent Testing Service, the results of which will determine that CAETM will conduct the testing.

04.01.2026, 17:38
Exclusive

A vacationer at the ski resort in Karakol lost her boots

At the ski resort in Karakol, a vacationer reported that her ski boots were missing. According to information provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region, prompt operational measures were taken, and the employees of the Ak-Suu District Department of Internal Affairs quickly found and returned the lost footwear to its owner.

04.01.2026, 17:35
In the world

UN Security Council to Hold Emergency Meeting Due to US Operation Against Venezuela

The UN Security Council will hold an emergency meeting to discuss the military actions of the United States against Venezuela, as reported by the "Xinhua" agency. This meeting is scheduled for Monday, January 5, at 15:00 GMT (which corresponds to 22:00 Bishkek time). The information was provided by the spokesperson for the Permanent Mission of Somalia to the UN, Hadidja Ahmed, noting that Somalia holds the presidency of the Security Council this month.

04.01.2026, 17:31
Local news

Important achievements and events of 2025 named by the citizens of Kyrgyzstan

The Kusein Isaev Center for Social Research at Bishkek Humanities University conducted a sociological survey, during which citizens of Kyrgyzstan highlighted significant achievements and events expected in 2025. According to the survey results, 54.7% of participants noted that the construction of apartment buildings, schools, hospitals, kindergartens, and stadiums is a priority. 29.3% of respondents consider the development of road infrastructure to be important, while 19.2% emphasized the

04.01.2026, 16:59
Local news

More than 88% of Kyrgyzstanis believe that "things in the country are generally moving in the right direction today," - Center for Social Research

According to data from the Kusein Isaev Center for Social Research (CIO) at BGU, more than 88% of Kyrgyz citizens (or 9 out of every 10 surveyed) believe that "things in the country are moving in the right direction." This conclusion was drawn from a survey conducted from December 25 to 29. Only 11% of the participants expressed an opposite opinion. The official statement emphasizes that these results indicate a high level of optimism in society and support for the current political

04.01.2026, 16:57
In the world

Turkey and Iran condemned the actions of the USA in Venezuela

In connection with the recent large-scale attacks by the United States on Venezuela, the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued an official statement. As reported by the Anadolu Agency. The document emphasizes that Ankara is monitoring the situation in Venezuela and places great importance on stability in the country. "We call on all parties to exercise restraint to avoid negative consequences for regional and international security," the statement reads.

04.01.2026, 16:50
IFJ: In 2025, 128 Journalists Were Killed Worldwide
Local news

IFJ: In 2025, 128 Journalists Were Killed Worldwide

This year has seen an increase in the number of journalist deaths According to the International Federation of Journalists, 128 media workers were killed worldwide in 2025 as a result of violence, including 10 women. The organization expressed dissatisfaction with the authorities' inability to protect their employees, publishing the relevant statistics on its website.

04.01.2026, 16:48
In Uzbekistan, citizens who report corruption will be issued a protection order and a badge.
In the world

In Uzbekistan, citizens who report corruption will be issued a protection order and a badge.

In Uzbekistan, the introduction of protective orders for those who report corruption crimes is planned, as reported by podrobno.uz. According to the decree of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev regarding the "System for Preventing Corruption and Improving the Fight Against It in the Republic of Uzbekistan," the Anti-Corruption Agency will provide protective orders for informants so that they can avoid persecution and pressure during their work activities.

04.01.2026, 16:43
Local news

The Ministry of Science has determined the organization for conducting the OGE in 2026–2028.

The Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovations of the Kyrgyz Republic has completed the selection process for conducting the nationwide testing (ORT) for the years 2026–2028. As a result of the analysis of the competitive applications, an institution has been chosen that has been granted the authority to carry out this activity. The Center for Assessment in Education and Learning Methods has been selected as the responsible organization.

04.01.2026, 16:39
The UN expressed concern about the situation in Venezuela and the detention of Maduro
In the world

The UN expressed concern about the situation in Venezuela and the detention of Maduro

The UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, expressed his concern regarding the escalating conflicts in Venezuela and called for dialogue among all parties, as reported by the organization's spokesperson. On January 3, the United States conducted attacks on facilities in Venezuela, during which the country's president, Nicolás Maduro, and his wife were arrested by American military forces. That same evening, Maduro was taken to a detention center in Brooklyn.

04.01.2026, 16:29