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Akym Karasaev reached the final of the "Comedy Battle" competition.
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Akym Karasaev reached the final of the "Comedy Battle" competition.

Kyrgyzstani Akim Karasaev reached the finals of the humorous show "Comedy Battle". In the semifinals, after his performance, the jury sent Akim Karasaev to the waiting room. He was to participate in a small competition called "Improvisation," so the jury could decide whether Akim would advance to the finals or not. Following the competition, jury member Garik Martirosyan noted that Akimjan deservedly made it to the finals.

17.11.2014, 14:37
The book "National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic - 60 Years" has been published, dedicated to the anniversary of the NAS KR.
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The book "National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic - 60 Years" has been published, dedicated to the anniversary of the NAS KR.

The book consists of six main sections that narrate the establishment and development of the Academy of Sciences and its four divisions: "Physical-Technical, Mathematical and Geological Sciences," "Chemical-Technological, Medical-Biological and Agricultural Sciences," "History of Humanitarian and Economic Sciences," and "Southern Division." Representatives from each of the institutes within these divisions introduce the reader to the topics and issues of

08.11.2014, 20:11
The award ceremony for the #ONE MAGAZINE AWARDS-2014 took place in Bishkek.
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The award ceremony for the #ONE MAGAZINE AWARDS-2014 took place in Bishkek.

On November 3, the award ceremony for the #ONE MAGAZINE AWARDS-2014 and the Femme Style Awards took place in Bishkek. The event was organized by the Dolotbakov couple, founders of the #ONE MAGAZINE and Femme magazines. "This year, as part of the #ONE MAGAZINE AWARDS, we decided to focus on the business sector. Therefore, on our website, in addition to the traditional nominations, you can see new ones. For example, 'Brand of the Year', 'Restaurateur of the Year', and

05.11.2014, 07:15
The Memory Relay Started in the Issyk-Kul Region
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The Memory Relay Started in the Issyk-Kul Region

Since October 15, 2014, the Representation of Rossotrudnichestvo, together with the parish of the Church of the Holy Martyr Veniamin (Cholpon-Ata) and the district administration of the Issyk-Kul region, along with educational institutions in the Issyk-Kul region, launched the memory campaign "No one is forgotten and nothing is forgotten," dedicated to the 70th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. To date, the campaign has covered 3 rural districts.

27.10.2014, 17:45
International Seminar "Preservation of Cultural Heritage in Central Asia"
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International Seminar "Preservation of Cultural Heritage in Central Asia"

The International Seminar "Preservation of Cultural Heritage in Central Asia" on the preparation of field research reports and the creation of museum exhibitions will take place from October 27 to November 1, 2014, at the main building of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic (NAS KR) in Bishkek. This meeting of historians, organized by the Institute of History and Cultural Heritage (IHCH) of NAS KR, in collaboration with the National Research Institutes of Cultural

24.10.2014, 16:52
Ceremonial Meeting Dedicated to the Day of Workers in Automobile Transport and Road Management
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Ceremonial Meeting Dedicated to the Day of Workers in Automobile Transport and Road Management

On October 24, 2014, at 2 PM, a ceremonial meeting dedicated to the Day of Workers of Road Transport and Road Economy took place at the Kyrgyz National Philharmonic. The program for this event included a visit and inspection by representatives of the Presidential Administration, the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic, and guests of the stands with information about the development of the industry in the foyer of the Kyrgyz National Philharmonic (left wing, 2nd floor), media interviews, and a

24.10.2014, 16:23
President Almazbek Atambayev awarded the state prizes of the Kyrgyz Republic in the field of science and technology for the year 2014.
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President Almazbek Atambayev awarded the state prizes of the Kyrgyz Republic in the field of science and technology for the year 2014.

The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Almazbek Atambayev, signed the Decree "On the awarding of state prizes of the Kyrgyz Republic in the field of science and technology for 2014," according to which, for achievements in the field of science and technology, and taking into account the decision of the Committee on State Prizes of the Kyrgyz Republic in the field of science and technology, it is decreed:

22.10.2014, 16:22
On October 17, 2014, a solemn event was held at Manas Airport dedicated to the 17th anniversary of the establishment of the State Enterprise "Aeronautics" under the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic.
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On October 17, 2014, a solemn event was held at Manas Airport dedicated to the 17th anniversary of the establishment of the State Enterprise "Aeronautics" under the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic.

On October 17, 2014, a ceremonial event was held at the “Manas” airport dedicated to the 17th anniversary of the establishment of the State Enterprise “Aeronavigation” under the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, which was established in accordance with the Resolution of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic on October 18, 1997. To congratulate the aeronautical navigators on their professional holiday, the Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications of the

18.10.2014, 09:34
"Kurmanjan Datka" was shown in Moscow
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"Kurmanjan Datka" was shown in Moscow

The premiere of the new film by Kyrgyz filmmakers "Kurmanjan Datka" was successfully held in Moscow. The screening took place on October 10 at the "Akvamarin" cinema in the capital, initiated by the Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Russian Federation with the support of the cultural center "Sanat-Ordo." This was reported today by News-Asia from the embassy's press service.

16.10.2014, 18:08
Journalists of Kyrgyzstan to be awarded the Gennady Pavlyuk Prize
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Journalists of Kyrgyzstan to be awarded the Gennady Pavlyuk Prize

The Cultural and Historical Community Fund "Eurasians – New Wave" has started accepting submissions for the annual media competition "Honesty. Courage. Professionalism. 2014." The award given as a result of this competition is dedicated to the memory of the famous journalist of Kyrgyzstan, Gennady Pavlyuk, who was killed in an assassination attempt in 2009.

14.10.2014, 17:54
A branch of the Ministry of Finance of the Kyrgyz Republic Training Center has opened in the city of Jalal-Abad.
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A branch of the Ministry of Finance of the Kyrgyz Republic Training Center has opened in the city of Jalal-Abad.

Today, a ceremonial opening of the branch of the Training Center of the Ministry of Finance of the Kyrgyz Republic took place in the city of Jalal-Abad. The branch is being opened for the purpose of training, retraining, and improving the qualifications of employees of regional divisions of the Ministry of Finance of the Kyrgyz Republic, employees of financial reporting in the public sector, and specialists in public procurement from three regions: Osh, Jalal-Abad, and Batken.

29.09.2014, 19:53
The World Nomad Games were attended by 45,000 people.
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The World Nomad Games were attended by 45,000 people.

The World Nomad Games were attended by 45,000 people, of which every tenth was a foreigner. This was reported on Facebook by the Deputy Minister of Culture, Information and Tourism of the Kyrgyz Republic – Director of the Tourism Department, Maksat Chakiyev. “According to the Tourism Department, the Games were attended by up to 45,000 people. More than 15,000 spectators were present at the opening ceremony at the racetrack. Of these, 10% (4-4.5 thousand people) were foreign tourists,” M.

21.09.2014, 14:43
Archaeologists presented a new album on archaeological sites and excavations in the territory of Kyrgyzstan.
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Archaeologists presented a new album on archaeological sites and excavations in the territory of Kyrgyzstan.

Yesterday, on September 16, archaeologists from the Kyrgyz-Turkish University "Manas" presented a new album that tells us about the archaeological monuments and excavations in the territory of Kyrgyzstan. The archaeological research for the creation of the album took place in the Kochkor district of the Naryn region, in the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region, in the Kok-Sai area, in the foothills of Kyrgyzbay-Bulun, in the areas of Chap, Tokchuluk along the Tosor River, Uch-Kurbu,

17.09.2014, 07:43
The photo from the I World Nomad Games became one of the most popular in New York.
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The photo from the I World Nomad Games became one of the most popular in New York.

Bishkek. September 12. KirTAG - Munara Borombaeva. A photo from the I World Nomad Games has become one of the most popular in New York. The daily American business newspaper The Wall Street Journal, published in New York City, featured a photo from the I World Nomad Games and named it Photo of the Day. It is worth noting that the journal is one of the largest and most influential American publications. The daily circulation of the journal exceeds 2.1 million copies.

12.09.2014, 18:12
"Games of the Nomads - the Second Most Significant Event for Kyrgyzstan After the Celebration of the 1000th Anniversary of 'Manas,' According to E. Toktogonov"
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"Games of the Nomads - the Second Most Significant Event for Kyrgyzstan After the Celebration of the 1000th Anniversary of 'Manas,' According to E. Toktogonov"

Cholpon-Ata, September 10 /Aman Alymbekov - Kabar/. The World Nomad Games are the second significant event in the life of Kyrgyzstan after the celebration of the 1000th anniversary of the epic "Manas" in 1995. This was stated by Emil Toktogonov, president of the Federation of Mixed Martial Arts and Vale Tudo, to a correspondent of the Kabar agency. According to him, such events always invite balbans or heroes from different countries. "All this strengthens the national spirit

11.09.2014, 16:48
The Karakol Residents Celebrated a Triple Holiday
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The Karakol Residents Celebrated a Triple Holiday

Today, the city of Karakol is celebrating the Independence Day of the Kyrgyz Republic, the 145th anniversary of the city of Karakol, and the 75th anniversary of the Issyk-Kul region. In honor of the triple holiday, an exhibition of drawings from the epic "Manas," organizations, and educational institutions was organized. The festive event was attended by the authorized representative of the government in the Issyk-Kul region, Emilbek Kaptagaev, the mayor of the city, Kaligul

31.08.2014, 21:55
108 servicemen will soon receive keys to new apartments.
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108 servicemen will soon receive keys to new apartments.

108 servicemen will soon receive keys to new apartments 108 servicemen of the General Staff of the Armed Forces and the Ministry of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic will soon receive keys to new apartments, the press service of the General Staff reported. According to the information, on September 3, a ceremony for handing over the keys to new apartments in two buildings located on the territory of the Military Lyceum named after Dair Asanov will take place in the "Djal" microdistrict.

26.08.2014, 16:17
South Korea to Make a Film About Manas
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South Korea to Make a Film About Manas

The National Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic for UNESCO is starting the implementation of a joint project with the Asia-Pacific International Information Center for Intangible Cultural Heritage under the auspices of UNESCO (South Korea) for the documentation of intangible cultural heritage. This was reported by the secretariat of the National Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic for UNESCO.

26.08.2014, 11:10
Kyrgyzstan intends to include the yurt, the improvisational art of aitys, the equestrian sport kok-boru, and the mausoleum of "Shah-Fazil" in the UNESCO list.
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Kyrgyzstan intends to include the yurt, the improvisational art of aitys, the equestrian sport kok-boru, and the mausoleum of "Shah-Fazil" in the UNESCO list.

In November of this year, a joint nomination with Kazakhstan for "Traditional Knowledge of Yurt Construction" will be considered for inclusion in the representative list of the intangible cultural heritage of humanity by UNESCO. This was reported by the responsible secretary of the National Commission of Kyrgyzstan for UNESCO, Elnura Korchueva.

26.08.2014, 11:02
In honor of Independence Day, the National Bank issued five types of collectible coins.
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In honor of Independence Day, the National Bank issued five types of collectible coins.

In honor of Independence Day, the National Bank issued five types of collectible coins. According to Alexey Faleev, head of the cash management department, silver and copper-nickel coins have been put into circulation. The coins feature "Barsbek – the kagan of the Kyrgyz," "The Tomb of Manas," and "The Owl," which is listed in the Red Book. A distinctive feature of the silver coin is its striking relief highlighting.

12.08.2014, 13:58
Issyk-Kul Elder Discovers Ancient Stone Circles
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Issyk-Kul Elder Discovers Ancient Stone Circles

A resident of the village of Shor-Bulak in the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region, Kazykan Toygozhoev, has discovered ancient stone circles. The 82-year-old pensioner organized a photo shoot of the circles made of large stones in the mountains near his native Shor-Bulak, as well as about 30 kilometers from it – in the vicinity of the high-altitude village of Tuur-Suu.

13.06.2014, 15:12