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The Opera and Ballet Theater received a Steinway & Sons piano worth 25 million soms.

On December 31, a concert was held in the Malachite Hall of the A. Maldybaev National Opera and Ballet Theater, where a new Steinway & Sons model D-274 piano was presented. The press service of the Ministry of Culture shared this information. The piano was purchased on December 15, and its cost amounted to 25 million soms, as noted by the Minister of Culture Mirbek Mambetaliev in an interview with AKIpress earlier.

03.01.2026, 15:30
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Tubing on the Jailyoo Chiyrchyk — Three People Injured in One Day

In the Osh region, tubing on the Jailyoo Chiyrchik has become a popular leisure activity. However, according to vacationers, this entertainment can pose health risks. According to data from the Osh Interregional Combined Clinical Hospital, a significant number of people seeking medical assistance after tubing suffer from limb fractures. "On January 2, three injured individuals from this resort came to our clinic. No one sought help in the previous days. One of them sustained a broken arm,

03.01.2026, 15:10
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In 2025, 26 tons of gold were extracted in Kyrgyzstan, - Minister Mashiev

- In 2025, the Kyrgyz Republic produced 26 tons of gold. This was reported on the radio by the Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, Meder Mashiev. The minister noted that the same level of production was observed in 2024, while in 2022 and 2023, the volumes amounted to 30–32 tons. The decrease is associated with a reduction in extraction at the Kumtor deposit.

03.01.2026, 14:51
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In the first 10 months of 2025, the export of milk and cream decreased by 37%

- According to the agency's information, from January to October 2025, the republic exported 3.1 thousand tons of dairy products, generating $5 million. This is significantly lower than the figures for the same period in 2024, when exports amounted to 4.9 thousand tons worth $10 million. The main partner countries for the export of milk and cream were as follows:

03.01.2026, 14:50
"Predicted" the apocalypse on December 25 and built wooden arks. A false prophet was arrested in Ghana.
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"Predicted" the apocalypse on December 25 and built wooden arks. A false prophet was arrested in Ghana.

Ebo Noah, who quickly gained public attention with his strange predictions, claimed that a worldwide flood would occur on Christmas. To prepare for this, he began constructing wooden arks, promising that those who joined him would be saved. When the promised flood did not occur on December 25, Noah stated that his prayers and three-week fast had "postponed" the end of the world. This caused even more confusion among the locals and those who had come from other countries to experience

03.01.2026, 14:26
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In the first 11 months of 2025, the growth of the manufacturing industry reached nearly 28%

- From January to November 2025, the country recorded impressive growth in the manufacturing industry, confirming the active development of the sector and its significant impact on the economy, including on the gross domestic product. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. According to the information from the ministry, the production volume in the manufacturing industry during the specified period reached 94 billion 230 million soms, exceeding the level of the

03.01.2026, 14:14
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Queues for an hour and traffic jams on the approach — what is happening at the ski resort in Karakol

In the city of Karakol, video reports about the situation at the ski resort are actively spreading. Visitors are sharing their impressions of how the road to the resort has become congested. "We encountered a huge traffic jam on the way to the base. In the end, we decided to turn around and go back, simply enjoying the picturesque landscapes along the way," they recount. Meanwhile, those who have already arrived at the base are reporting long waits in line for ski passes, which can

03.01.2026, 13:23
Driver of ex-world champion Joshua charged after accident in Nigeria
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Driver of ex-world champion Joshua charged after accident in Nigeria

The driver was behind the wheel of the car in which Joshua was present when the accident occurred. According to media reports, the SUV lost control due to speeding and collided with a truck that was parked on the side of the road. As a result of the accident, the athlete sustained minor injuries, while two other participants in the accident died — they were close friends and members of Joshua's team.

03.01.2026, 13:22
A criminal case has been initiated regarding a fight in a parking lot in the Issyk-Ata district. 11 people have been detained, 18 have been charged with petty hooliganism.
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A criminal case has been initiated regarding a fight in a parking lot in the Issyk-Ata district. 11 people have been detained, 18 have been charged with petty hooliganism.

According to the official statement, on January 2, 2026, the 102 service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of Chui region received information about a fight between young people from different localities in the parking lot of one of the stores. A forensic investigative group from the Internal Affairs Directorate of Chui region, in collaboration with officers from the Internal Affairs Department of Issyk-Ata district, immediately went to the scene.

03.01.2026, 13:02
Tashiev called on the Chinese to study Kyrgyz in purest Russian language
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Tashiev called on the Chinese to study Kyrgyz in purest Russian language

At the end of 2025, Chairman of the State National Security Committee Kamchybek Tashiev made a statement at a meeting dedicated to the construction of roads in the Issyk-Kul region. His words, addressed to representatives of the Chinese company China Road, quickly became a topic of discussion in public circles.

03.01.2026, 12:10
Workers of the Mayluu-Suu plant will be temporarily sent on unpaid leave. A special group will address the company's issues.
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Workers of the Mayluu-Suu plant will be temporarily sent on unpaid leave. A special group will address the company's issues.

The press service of the Cabinet of Ministers notes that the purpose of the meeting was to discuss the current state of the factory. During the meeting, issues related to production volumes, employee salaries, and social aspects were considered, as well as strategies for preserving and developing the enterprise. Factory employees expressed concern about the decline in production volumes, delays in salary payments, and potential layoffs. In response to these issues, it was reported that the

03.01.2026, 11:52
Kazakhstanis "cancel" Philip Kirkorov after controversial judging on the show
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Kazakhstanis "cancel" Philip Kirkorov after controversial judging on the show

At the finale of the show "Stars," where the team "Astana" performed, led by captain Anatoly Tsoy, the Kazakhstanis managed to score 22 points, tying with Ivan Abramov's "Dream Team." However, Kirkorov, who was supposed to determine the winner, awarded 6 points to Abramov's team and only 3 points to "Astana," which caused dissatisfaction among the audience.

03.01.2026, 11:49
The police brought in 29 people in connection with a fight between residents of two villages in the Issyk-Ata district.
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The police brought in 29 people in connection with a fight between residents of two villages in the Issyk-Ata district.

On January 2, 2026, the duty unit of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region received a signal about a mass brawl that occurred in the center of the rural district of the Issyk-Ata district. The conflict between young people from different villages prompted immediate intervention from law enforcement agencies. According to information from the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, the incident was registered in the established manner. Employees of the

03.01.2026, 10:24
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A tournament in freestyle wrestling among cadets was held in the city of Kara-Balta.

From December 26 to 27, 2025, a district tournament in freestyle wrestling for cadets born between 2011 and 2018 took place in Kara-Balta at the "Manas" sports complex. This event featured 230 young athletes representing both the city itself and the settlements of the Jaiyl district. Below are the names of the winners and prizewinners in various weight categories:

03.01.2026, 10:23
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In the village of Kyzyl-Tuu in the At-Bashinsky district, a creative group "Shayir Apalar" has been established.

In the Naryn region, in the village of Kyzyl-Tuu, a new creative group called "Shayir Apalar" has been established. Recently, a cultural event took place in the village to mark the emergence of this creative association. The initiative to create it was taken by the deputy of the village council, Farida Tokusheva, and the head of the club, Salamat Toloova. To implement the idea, they prepared and submitted a project costing 100,000 soms to the Policy Development Institute, which

03.01.2026, 10:03
Turkey expands its influence in Central Asia and challenges Moscow
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Turkey expands its influence in Central Asia and challenges Moscow

As noted by the publication BZ, Turkey is rapidly increasing its influence in Central Asia by implementing financial initiatives, developing defense agreements, and conducting joint military exercises with Turkic states. However, the author of the publication emphasizes that competing with Russia in this region will not be easy.

03.01.2026, 09:21
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At the Ala-Archa Reservoir, a crucian carp of unusual size was caught

As the fisherman noted, the abnormally warm autumn contributed to the fact that the sport fishing season with a float rod lasted until mid-December. "At the beginning of December, the bite was quite good, and we were catching crucians weighing up to a kilogram without much effort. I decided to test my luck and went fishing," he recounts. On that day, the bite was infrequent, the weather was warm, but the sky was overcast. According to Khoroshev, the larger the crucian, the more

03.01.2026, 08:55
Tax and Insurance Reliefs for Businesses Introduced in Kyrgyzstan
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Tax and Insurance Reliefs for Businesses Introduced in Kyrgyzstan

The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, has initiated a draft law concerning amendments to a number of legislative acts in the field of taxes, social insurance, and non-tax revenues. The president's press secretary, Askat Alagozov, announced this on his social media page. The new law proposes a series of tax and insurance relief measures for individuals and legal entities.

03.01.2026, 08:53
In Kyrgyzstan, plans are underway to modernize geological science
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In Kyrgyzstan, plans are underway to modernize geological science

In Kyrgyzstan, the emphasis on the development of science, innovation, and geological research has been designated as a strategic priority of state policy. These decisions were made at a meeting of the Council on Science, Innovations, and New Technologies, chaired by the Prime Minister. The meeting was led by Adylbek Kasymaliev, who noted that science and innovative achievements play a crucial role in the sustainable socio-economic progress of the country, as well as in ensuring technological

03.01.2026, 08:30
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Life in the Regions: In the East of Issyk-Kul, a Mother of Many Dreamed of Becoming a Doctor but Became an Astrophysics Teacher

In the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Teploklyuchenka, lives Aysuluu Kerimbekova, who has been working as an astronomy teacher for 12 years. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, she shared her experience working at the school where she once studied herself. "I was born in 1988. After graduating from Kirov Gymnasium, I enrolled in the Physics and Technology Faculty of Issyk-Kul State University. In my childhood, I dreamed of becoming a doctor and wearing

03.01.2026, 00:09
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Our People Abroad: Tolgonay Works in a Country Where You Won't See Homeless People or Drunks on the Streets

In the new story from the "Our People Abroad" section, we will tell you about Tolgonai Cholponkulova, who has been living in Dubai for five years. Tolgonai was born in 1993 in the village of Birinchi Mai, located in the Bakai-Ata district of the Talas region. Currently, she works as a realtor in a construction company that conducts its business in Arabic and English. Her main clients are Arabs, Indians, and Iranians.

02.01.2026, 23:26
Residents of two villages clashed in the Issyk-Ata district
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Residents of two villages clashed in the Issyk-Ata district

In the Issyk-Ata district, according to information from the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui region, a conflict occurred between residents of two villages. The incident took place on January 2, 2026, when a call was received at service 102 reporting a fight in the center of one of the rural districts.

02.01.2026, 22:56
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A large fire occurred in a dormitory in Bishkek: 150 students evacuated

On January 2, a serious fire occurred in one of the dormitories in the Pervomaisky district of Bishkek, according to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. The signal about the fire was received at 20:28. Five fire crews and one aerial ladder were dispatched to extinguish it. By 21:23, the fire was localized. Currently, efforts to fully extinguish the fire are ongoing, with the affected area estimated to be about 250 square

02.01.2026, 22:55
A Children's Ski School Opened at Issyk-Kul
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A Children's Ski School Opened at Issyk-Kul

In the village of Ak-Bulak, located in the Ak-Suu district, the opening of a new children's ski school took place. This institution is designed to develop alpine skiing and support young athletes in the region. This information was provided by the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. Edil Baisalov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, attended the event.

02.01.2026, 22:50
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Life in the Regions: Üpölbübü Satarova is Engaged in What She Learned from Her Mother and Mother-in-Law

In the village of Karool-Döbö, located in the Ayil district of Chon-Kemin in the Kemin region of Chui Province, lives and works the craftsman Üpölbübü Satarova, who specializes in creating traditional Kyrgyz products – shyrdaks and kiyizes. She was born on January 10, 1956, in the village of Dön-Aryk in the Chui region, in a large family with eight siblings.

02.01.2026, 19:28
Saida Mirziyoyeva gave her first major interview
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Saida Mirziyoyeva gave her first major interview

In the interview, Saida Mirziyeva discussed her activities within the government, as well as family values and reforms in the country's governance. Saida Mirziyeva, who holds the position of head of the Administration of the President of Uzbekistan, gave her first major interview, in which she openly spoke about the internal aspects of state governance, her relationship with the president, and the decision-making process.

02.01.2026, 18:37
To Avoid Inflation and Preserve Value: What Should Investors in Bishkek Do?
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To Avoid Inflation and Preserve Value: What Should Investors in Bishkek Do?

The period of 2025–2026 is critically important for investors looking for ways to preserve their assets amid economic volatility and inflationary pressure. In Bishkek, financial flows are actively shifting from classical investment instruments to more reliable assets, among which real estate holds a special place. This raises the question of which investment channels are truly effective under current conditions.

02.01.2026, 18:13
The Beginning of a New Era? When Culture Shapes the Financial World
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The Beginning of a New Era? When Culture Shapes the Financial World

The Interaction of Cryptocurrency and Culture Cryptocurrencies are a vivid example of the influence of culture on finance. In 2021, a single tweet from Elon Musk featuring a Shiba Inu triggered a colossal rise in the value of Dogecoin. Since then, such events have become commonplace. Meme coins like Bitcoin Hyper, Maxi Doge, and Pepenode reflect current internet trends such as irony and recognizable images. Their success can be attributed to the fact that they speak the language of their

02.01.2026, 18:08
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Russia proposed to establish a zero import customs duty on the import of fiber-forming polyethylene terephthalate in the EAEU until the end of March 2027.

- Russia has initiated a proposal to introduce a zero import customs duty on the import of fiber-forming polyethylene terephthalate within the EAEU, valid until the end of March 2027. This information was published on the website of the Eurasian Economic Commission. In this context, we are talking about position 3907 69 000 1 of the EAEU Customs Tariff, which includes polyethylene terephthalate used for the production of technical yarns.

02.01.2026, 17:49
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Import of tomatoes from Uzbekistan increased by 29% in the first 10 months of 2025

- From January to October 2025, the volume of tomato imports from Uzbekistan increased by 29%. This information was provided by the National Statistical Committee. According to the agency's data, Kyrgyzstan imported 4.6 thousand tons of tomatoes during the specified period, totaling $3.2 million. Compared to similar figures for 2024, when 3.5 thousand tons were imported for $2.8 million, the volume of supplies also increased by 29%.

02.01.2026, 17:43
Traffic is open on the passes of Kyrgyzstan - Ministry of Transport
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Traffic is open on the passes of Kyrgyzstan - Ministry of Transport

As of 11:00 on January 2, the Ministry of Transport of the Kyrgyz Republic reported that all major passes in the country are open for vehicle traffic. According to the agency, clear weather is observed at the Töö-Ashuu, Sööк, Chоң-Ashuu, Dolon, Char, Ak-Beyit, and Kubak passes, as well as in the Boom Gorge, where traffic is moving without any restrictions. The road at the Ötmäk pass on the Suusamyr–Talas–Taraz route is also open.

02.01.2026, 17:41
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Kyrgyz Millers Invest in Modernization, Tripling Production - Association of Millers

In Kyrgyzstan, approximately 30 milling complexes are operating, and most of them are currently undergoing modernization. This was stated by the president of the Association of Millers, Rustam Junushov, during a radio broadcast. According to him, only 10–20% of the mills remain in their original condition, while the rest are being updated — equipment is being replaced and machines are being modernized.

02.01.2026, 17:39
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The Karkyra Rural District Summed Up the Results of 2025: Schools, Roads, and Investments

The summary of the results for the year 2025 in the rural district of Karkyra, Tyup region has been completed. The Karkyra district comprises 11 villages with a population of 20,692 people. Throughout 2025, various planned activities were implemented, funded not only by the local budget but also by internal investments, grants, as well as republican, district, and regional funds.

02.01.2026, 17:27
In Bishkek, 20 people were evacuated from a high-rise building due to a fire
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In Bishkek, 20 people were evacuated from a high-rise building due to a fire

In the evening of January 1, an incident occurred in the Lenin district of the capital — a fire broke out in an apartment on the fifth floor of a multi-storey building. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan. The fire services received a signal about the incident at 17:54. Employees of the fire and rescue unit No. 4 from the Pervomaisky district and a fire ladder from unit No. 8 were dispatched to the scene. The fire was

02.01.2026, 17:26
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In the Jalal-Abad Region, 13 drunk drivers were detained on New Year's Eve.

On New Year's Eve, 13 drivers under the influence of alcohol were detained in the Jalal-Abad region. This was reported by the Regional Traffic Safety Administration. According to the agency, in just one day, traffic control officers recorded 271 cases of traffic rule violations and issued administrative protocols for each offender.

02.01.2026, 17:23