Kyrgyz boxer Munarbek Seyitbek uulu has reached the final stage of the World Boxing Cup. He began his journey in the tournament from the quarterfinals in the under 60 kg category. In his first fight, he faced a boxer from Poland, and in the semifinals, the Kyrgyz athlete achieved a convincing victory over William David Hutti, representing England.
According to reports, Maduro's proposal involved granting American energy companies access to Venezuela's oil resources. As reported by the AP agency, Venezuelan officials suggested that Vice President Delcy Rodriguez take the presidency during a transitional period that was supposed to last until 2031, with no intention of running for election. However, this proposal was rejected, as the U.S. continues to not recognize the legitimacy of Maduro's regime. Washington believes that
During the business forum of CAREC in Bishkek, the Minister of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan, Bakyt Sydykov, met with the Minister of Investments, Industry, and Trade of Uzbekistan, Laziz Kudratov. During the meeting, they discussed the current state and future of Kyrgyz-Uzbek economic cooperation. The main focus was on achieving the goal set by the leaders of the two countries — to increase the volume of mutual trade to 2 billion US dollars.
On November 19, the Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic issued accreditation to 81 international observers for participation in the early elections of the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30, 2025. According to the CEC's resolution, the following organizations are among the accredited observers:
Kyrgyz athlete Aruuke Kadyrbek kyzy won a bronze medal in women's wrestling at the VI Islamic Solidarity Games. This information was announced by the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports. It should be noted that the VI Islamic Solidarity Games are taking place in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
On Wednesday, November 19, a representative of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mao Ning, stated at a regular press conference that Beijing would be forced to take decisive measures if Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takahichi did not retract her erroneous statements about Taiwan. According to DW, her words were confirmed by Reuters. Mao Ning emphasized that Japan needs to take concrete steps to protect the foundations of bilateral relations. She noted that the Japanese Prime
- The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan is initiating a public discussion on a draft resolution that includes changes to regulatory acts concerning: the rules for regulating microfinance organizations, including those operating based on Islamic financial principles; the forms of periodic reporting for microfinance organizations (MFOs); the rules regarding the activities of guarantee funds. Key changes:
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The research is based on the principle of conservation of angular momentum, which states that changes in the internal mass distribution of the Earth can affect its rotation. It was previously thought that the main factor influencing the tilt of the axis was the melting of glaciers in Greenland and Antarctica; however, the new study adds another aspect. Russian experts have reacted skeptically to these findings. Alexey Ostapchuk, head of the laboratory of deformation processes at the Russian
A resident of Kara-Balta shared charming autumn landscapes captured in photographs, reports Turmush correspondent. On weekends, the residents of Kara-Balta gladly go for walks in the picturesque foothills, where the Kara-Balta River, located near the village of Sosnovka, bursts out of the mountain gorges and rushes into the Chui Valley.
By disabling automatic translation of publications in Hebrew, platform X cited the risk of distorting context; however, users expressed doubts about the true reason. Many believe this may be an attempt to hide posts that call for violence and genocide, which are often found among Israeli bloggers and politicians. According to the publication "Israel Hayom," platform X has indeed limited automatic translation of posts in Hebrew. Meanwhile, the built-in neural network Grok explained to
Earlier in an interview, Zaparov noted that Khabibulla is also building a mosque for the people of Kyrgyzstan, which has sparked interest and questions among readers, especially regarding potential personal interests in this project. — Hello, Sadyr Nurgoyevich!
The PIRG group, which focuses on public interest research, conducted an analysis of three AI toys designed for children aged 3 to 12 years. Experts found that all these toys touch on sensitive topics in one way or another, which may cause dissatisfaction among parents. Without additional prompts, they discussed issues such as religion and even military valor in Scandinavian mythology. During the tests, the FoloToy bear exhibited the most activity. For example, it provided step-by-step
Khabib Nurmagomedov, the former UFC lightweight champion, expressed his reluctance to see Islam Makhachev at the tournament that will take place at the White House in the USA. “Actually, it’s not so important who will participate. If Islam is among them, it will be a significant event for us. But speaking of my opinion, I would prefer that he doesn’t fight there. I just don’t want him to,” Nurmagomedov shared in an interview with journalist Adam Zubayraev. It is worth noting that after his
On November 14, 2025, President Sadyr Japarov signed decree No. 313, which amends the Procedure for the Formation and Use of the Stabilization Fund, approved by decree No. 252 dated September 5, 2025. The updated paragraph 17 of this Procedure rephrases the second sentence, which now obliges the initiating entity, after approval of the request for allocation of funds, to independently prepare a draft decision for the President and submit it to the Administration in the established manner. This
The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, commented on the construction of a mosque worth $55 million, initiated by entrepreneur Abdukadir Habibulla, in an interview with the National Information Agency "Kabar". Text of the interview:
During his speech, President Japarov noted that the new religious complex will become an important place for the systematic education of the younger generation, which will receive religious education on-site. He emphasized that this construction has no hidden personal interests. “This is not just a mosque. We are creating a madrasa where children can live and receive systematic religious upbringing,” he stated.
DEAR RESIDENTS OF ALAY! I am the daughter of this sacred land.
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, active preparations for the New Year celebrations have begun at Ala-Too Square, as reported by the press service of the city hall. This season, the main Christmas tree will be installed on the northern side of the square, which will create more space for relaxation and celebration.
On November 19, Sadyr Japarov met with Wang Yi, who holds several high positions, including a member of the Politburo of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and Minister of Foreign Affairs. During the conversation, the parties discussed important aspects of bilateral relations, including ways to strengthen political dialogue and joint projects. President Japarov noted that Kyrgyz-Chinese relations have reached a historically high level. He also emphasized that visits by the
During the official visit to Bishkek, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, who is a member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, met with the head of the Kyrgyz Foreign Ministry, Jeenbek Kulubaev. This event marked the first meeting of the strategic dialogue between the two countries at the ministerial level. Attention was focused on issues of trade and economic cooperation, as well as topics related to agriculture, energy, processing, and transport projects. The optimization of the
As part of the experiment, participants included a small amount of pomegranates and nuts in their diet daily for a month. After 28 days, scientists recorded noticeable positive changes: cells became less prone to depletion, and their metabolism improved. However, doctors warn that one should not abruptly increase the consumption of these products. Moderation remains a key factor in achieving positive results. Specialists also recommend consulting a doctor before making changes to the diet.
A mass brawl occurred on the night of November 18 to 19 in the city of Manas. As a result of the incident, one person was hospitalized in intensive care, and criminal proceedings have been initiated. According to information from the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region, at 01:00, a report was received at the police station that in the Sputnik microdistrict, near the "Azyk-Ordo" store, a group of young people numbering from 15 to 20 had started a
Recently, the chief of staff of the president, Kanaybek Tumanbaev, visited the construction site of the new "Azattyk Arena" stadium in Bishkek and noted that the project is progressing according to schedule. Tumanbaev reported that the concrete work is 80% complete, and the remaining tasks are planned to be finished by December 10. Following that, the installation of structures will begin, which should be completed by February 15. At the same time, work on engineering systems,
- In Kyrgyzstan, the process of reforming the licensing and permitting system continues. This was reported in an interview with the radio by specialist Azamat Akeneev. He noted that previously, entrepreneurs faced the necessity of obtaining over 900 different permits, while according to current legislation, there should only be about 100. Many of these requirements were outdated or duplicated each other, thus creating additional obstacles for businesses, especially for small and medium
Due to the emergency situation that occurred at the "Ak Beshik" kindergarten, representatives of the Talas city administration visited the institution to assess the current situation. On November 15, an incident involving a heating network rupture occurred in Talas, which led to flooding in the basement areas of the kindergarten. As a result, the operation of the institution was temporarily suspended, and the enrollment of children was halted. Restoration work is currently underway.
From November 19 to 20, 2025, an official visit by Wang Yi, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of China and member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, is taking place in Kyrgyzstan at the invitation of his Kyrgyz counterpart Jeenbek Kulubaev. During the visit, the first meeting of the Strategic Dialogue at the level of foreign ministers of both countries was held, as reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan.
Discussing issues of bilateral cooperation, Japarov noted that Kyrgyz-Chinese relations have reached a historic level, emphasizing the significance of each visit by Wang Yi, which brings new ideas and proposals for the development of strategic partnership between the two countries. During the conversation, the president focused on practical aspects of cooperation, including the construction of transport infrastructure, such as railways and roads, as well as the opening of new flight routes and
Turmush continues to highlight the fates of outstanding individuals from the regions of Kyrgyzstan who contributed to the socio-economic development of the country. As part of the "Тарых инсаны" ("Personality in History") section, we will tell you about Sharsheanalı Abaev, who actively participated in strengthening Soviet power in Kyrgyz lands since 1918. Sharsheanalı Abaev is a well-known statesman whose name is listed in encyclopedias, and his portrait can be seen in the
Johnny Thompson, a philosopher, studies the concept of a possible "Plan B" for evolution in case of humanity's extinction. This modest flightless bird inhabits Aldabra Atoll. Externally, it does not stand out: its brown feathers and size are similar to that of a chicken.
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a Round Table and strategic meeting took place, dedicated to important issues of prevention, early diagnosis, and control of arterial hypertension and diabetes. Within the framework of the event, the results of a comprehensive study were presented, which assessed the treatment, adherence to prescriptions, and patient awareness regarding the treatment of arterial hypertension and type 2 diabetes in primary healthcare institutions across the country. This
During the business forum of the Central Asian Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC), which is taking place today, two important memoranda were signed. These documents pertain to cooperation in the fields of tourism and e-commerce, as reported by the Ministry of Economy. Agreement between tourism companies of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan
According to the court's decision, the FTC failed to prove that Meta holds a monopoly position in the market, which determined the outcome of the case in favor of the company. The FTC initiated the lawsuit in 2020, claiming that Meta's acquisition of Instagram in 2012 for $1 billion and WhatsApp in 2014 for $19 billion led to the establishment of a monopoly position in the social media market, which was illegally maintained.
In the village of Өсөр, a fire broke out at the landfill on November 18, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The flames engulfed the waste site and smoke covered Nookat.
In Kara-Suu, a man has been detained who is suspected of committing fraudulent actions, as reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region. According to the information, on October 22, 2024, a local resident A.D., born in 1996, approached the police department of the Kara-Suu district.
A press release published on NASA's website states that the launch of the Artemis II mission, which includes a crewed flight to the Moon, is scheduled no later than April 2026. According to the publication, NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen will spend about ten days in space, orbiting the Moon.
In the Naryn region, Gulmira Kydyrovna Kasymova, a nurse in the pediatric intensive care unit of the Naryn Regional Unified Hospital, has passed away. According to information from her colleagues, Gulmira was born in 1963 in the city of Naryn. After completing high school in 1981, she enrolled in a medical college, from which she graduated with a qualification as a pediatric nurse.
In Osh, an incident occurred when a taxi driver drove onto the territory of a park located on Y. Monueva Street. This information was provided by the patrol service of the city of Osh.
In the Issyk-Kul region, the court issued a sentence of 8.5 years of imprisonment for a young man convicted of sexual acts with a minor. According to the case materials published in the State Register of Judicial Acts, on February 28, 2025, around 01:00, the accused Aman [name changed A.T.A.] engaged in sexual intercourse with the minor A.N. in a parked car, fully aware that she was not yet sixteen years old.
A study conducted by scientists confirmed that black cumin seeds (Nigella sativa) have an effect that helps combat obesity. Results published in the journal Food Science & Nutrition (FS&N) show that the seed extract reduces fat accumulation in cell models without toxic effects. The researchers found that it effectively suppresses key genes responsible for fat deposition.
On the territory of Osh State University, an interagency research center IRCAPS has been opened, which will focus on studying air pollution. The official opening took place on November 18, as reported by university representatives. The ceremony was attended by Professor Nobutoshi Nava from the University of Tokyo, members of the Japanese delegation, Rector of OshSU Kudayberdi Kozhobekov, as well as faculty and students of the university.
On the Unified Public Discussion Portal, an analysis of the draft law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic (to the Criminal, Criminal Procedure, and Civil Codes)" has been published. The legal clinic "Adilet" has provided its comments on this document, available here. General Description of the Draft LawThe draft law proposes amendments to the Criminal Code, Criminal Procedure Code, and Civil Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.
As part of the "Our People Abroad" series, we will tell you about Kanybek Ismailov, who has settled in Chicago, Illinois, USA. He was born in 1986 in Naryn and is the youngest of four children in his family.
In Osh, at the private kindergarten "Aikosha," an incident occurred during which city hall employees were forced to halt their inspection and leave the institution. Commission members, who came for a scheduled check, faced refusal of entry and insults from the kindergarten staff. This was reported by Farida Arzykulova, the leading specialist in the social development department of the city hall. According to her, raids are currently taking place in the city aimed at inspecting all
At a press conference in Bishkek, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev stated that a comprehensive approach is necessary to address the traffic congestion problem in the city. The mayor emphasized that it is not enough to solve just one problem while ignoring others. "It is essential to implement the concept of '15-minute accessibility' for all districts: people should be able to reach key facilities on foot, even if they are used to driving. In the worst case, it should be comfortable for
