Elon Musk became the first person in the world whose net worth exceeded 600 billion dollars

According to Forbes, Elon Musk's net worth has been estimated at 600 billion dollars for the first time, amid rumors of SpaceX's upcoming IPO with a valuation of 800 billion dollars, according to reports. According to Reuters, Musk, who significantly increased his net worth to 500 billion dollars in October, owns about 42% of SpaceX shares, which is preparing for an IPO next year. The valuation of SpaceX could raise the entrepreneur's net worth to 677 billion dollars.

Kyrgyzstan Ranks 3rd in the List of Countries Importing Agricultural Products from Russia in the EAEU

In the first nine months of 2025, Russian exports to the EAEU countries exceeded $6 billion, according to information from the federal center "Agroexport". From January to September, the volume of agricultural product shipments from Russia to EAEU countries amounted to approximately $6.2 billion, which is 17% higher compared to the same period last year.

In the jewelry sector, numerous problems have accumulated, including a high share of shadow turnover, - GNS

- Recently, President Sadyr Japarov approved the Decree "On Measures to Support Certain Sectors of the Economy," as well as a law concerning changes in tax legislation aimed at assisting businesses. This was reported on December 15, 2025, by the Deputy Chairman of the State Tax Service, Kubanychbek Isabekov, on the radio. According to him, the document outlines several priority areas and sets the task of supporting the economy and creating more favorable conditions for entrepreneurs.

The Ministry of Agriculture expands the video surveillance system at slaughterhouses and markets

- In order to improve veterinary and phytosanitary safety, the Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance Service is gradually introducing a video surveillance system at slaughterhouses and markets. The press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic reported this. As of today, cameras have already been installed at 54 slaughterhouses, five livestock markets, and one veterinary and sanitary expert laboratory located in the Moscow district.

Russia may suspend the validity of certificates for products from EAEU countries on its territory in certain cases

The 29th meeting of the Council of Heads of Accreditation Bodies of the member states of the Eurasian Economic Union took place in Moscow. Ainura Akhmedzhanova, the director of the Kyrgyz Accreditation Center, participated in this event. The discussion focused on issues related to product safety in the market. The head of Rosakkreditatsiya, Dmitry Volvach, emphasized the recent changes in Russian legislation.

In Bishkek, the documentary series "Nomadic Craft" will be presented

On December 17, a documentary series titled "Nomadic Craft" will be launched in Bishkek, dedicated to the traditional crafts of the Kyrgyz people. This information was announced by the Ministry of Culture of Kyrgyzstan. The project was developed by the public fund "Tamchy Tasma" under the direction of director Gulnur Kanat.

In Kyrgyzstan, 403 kindergartens have closed and 526 schools have switched to online learning.

According to the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan, as of December 15, 526 educational institutions have been transitioned to remote learning due to the incubation period. Additionally, 403 kindergartens have temporarily suspended their operations.

Border agreements in Central Asia received high praise from the UN

On December 15, 2025, at the initiative of Kyrgyzstan and under the chairmanship of Germany, a meeting of the UN Peacebuilding Commission took place, where the successes of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan in resolving border conflicts were highlighted. This information was announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. The First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Asein Isaev, emphasized that the region has proven that even the most complex and historically

Prices pleasantly surprised: Meat at the fair in the Issyk-Ata district — from 640 soms

In the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region, a fair has been organized where socially significant essential products are being sold, reported the district state administration to a Turmush correspondent. According to the provided data, at this food fair, meat can be purchased at prices ranging from 640 to 680 soms, while potatoes cost 32 soms per kilogram. The prices of products at the fair are lower than those at the market.

Former Deputy Shailoobek Atazov reported pressure after his detention

Shailoobek Atazov, who previously held the position of a deputy in the Jogorku Kenesh, reported a violation of his rights following his detention and transfer to a detention center. This is stated in a letter that was delivered by his lawyer. According to Atazov, on November 22, security service officers came to his home to conduct a search, after which he was taken to the Ministry of Internal Affairs. On the same day, the former MP was placed in a temporary detention facility, where he

Incidence of ARVI and influenza in Kyrgyzstan decreased by 11.7%: 526 schools switched to online learning

As of December 15, 526 schools in the country have switched to distance learning due to the incubation period. In addition, 403 preschool institutions have also suspended their activities during this period.

Chuya Boxers Won Medals at the SCO Tournament in China

The tournament of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization has concluded in China, where Kyrgyzstani boxers, including representatives from the Chui region, demonstrated impressive results, as reported by a correspondent from Turmush citing the mayor's office of Shopokov. According to the mayor's office, the international boxing competition took place in the demonstration zone for winter sports of the SCO, located in Harbin. Five boxers represented Kyrgyzstan in the tournament, among

Ministry of Agriculture: Autumn sowing in Kyrgyzstan completed at 62.4% — 155.6 thousand hectares sown

According to the information from the agency, as of today, 62.4% of the total volume of work has been completed. Currently, 147.6 thousand hectares of winter wheat have been sown, of which 66.6 thousand hectares are on rain-fed lands, and 80.9 thousand hectares are on irrigated lands. In addition, winter barley occupies 8037.5 hectares, including 2976.9 hectares on irrigated lands and 5060.6 hectares on rain-fed lands.

Free Legal Assistance. State Guarantee of Citizens' Rights Protection

— The system providing free legal assistance was introduced in 1993 and officially enshrined in the law "On State Guaranteed Legal Assistance," adopted in 2009. In 2016, a Coordination Center was established under the Ministry of Justice, responsible for facilitating interaction between lawyers and those in need of legal assistance. In 2022, this law was amended, and the Center was transformed into a Legal Assistance Service under the ministry's control. The main task of the

In Naryn, the main New Year tree was solemnly lit up

On December 15, a ceremony was held in Naryn to mark the lighting of the city's main New Year tree. According to the city administration, the height of the new tree is 12 meters, and its width is 4 meters. This year, 47,000 soms were allocated for its decoration.

In the Sokuluk District, a regulating reservoir worth 43 million soms was returned to the state.

- In the Sokuluk district, a state-regulated reservoir valued at 43 million soms has been returned. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic. An inspection conducted by the prosecutor's office revealed that this reservoir, located in the village of Aral of the Sary-Ozön rural administration and covering an area of 12.3 hectares, was unlawfully transferred to private hands in 2005-2006 by the local administration known as the

WHO Reaffirms Lack of Link Between Vaccines and Autism

The position has been reaffirmed that vaccination is not linked to the development of autism. This information was announced by representatives of the Republican Center for Health Promotion and Mass Communication. The Global Advisory Committee on Vaccine Safety of the World Health Organization (WHO) conducted an analysis of 31 significant studies published from 2010 to August 2025. The research included data from various countries and concerned different vaccines, including those containing

In Bishkek, the creation of a military alliance of Turkic states within the CSTO was discussed

The round table on the topic "Foreign Policy Results of the Year for Kyrgyzstan: From Collective Security to Turkic Integration," organized by the CEI "Oiy Ordo," gathered participants to discuss the outcomes of Kyrgyzstan's chairmanship in the CSTO and the Turkic Council, as well as its role on the international stage in 2025. Igor Shestakov, director of the Center and political scientist, noted that Kyrgyzstan's current foreign policy agenda has been rich.

Employees of the Alamudun District Department of Internal Affairs detained a foreigner suspected of theft from a store in the village of Tash-Dobo

The Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reports the detention of a foreigner suspected of thefts. A woman named D.G., born in 1980, approached the local police department in the Alamudun district. She reported that on November 27, 2025, an unknown criminal broke the window of her private store "D," located in the village of Tash-Dobo, and stole 25,000 soms from the cash register, as well as tobacco products worth over 200,000 soms, after which he fled the scene.

Anara Baigabatova Appointed Director of the Naryn Regional Historical and Ethnographic Museum

Anara Kazakbaevna Baigabatova has been appointed as the director of the Naryn State Regional Historical and Ethnographic Museum named after Kaken Mambetaliev. According to information provided by the Ministry of Culture, Information and Youth Policy, Anara Baigabatova will begin her duties as museum director on December 12, 2025, with a probation period set for three months.

Call Center: On Maksat Street in the "Kolmo" Residential Area - No Passage, No Access. Response from the City Hall

On December 15, residents of Maksat Street, located in the residential area "Kolmo" in the northwest of Bishkek, contacted the Call Center Kaktus.media with a request for road surface repairs. According to them, the length of the street is only 400 meters, but it has become extremely difficult to navigate due to the poor condition of the asphalt. After rains, the road turns into a real ditch. "Repair work on the pipes was carried out, but everything remained as it is. The

The editor-in-chief of KazTAG stated about torture

As reported by a KazTAG correspondent, Kasenov spoke about torture. He emphasized that "all these events are the result of an illegal criminal case initiated by the Almaty police at the behest of Turlov and the Freedom Finance company, violating all norms of legislation." This statement was made by Kasenov in his video address published on his social media page.

A Four-Story Shopping Center Opened in Manas

On December 15, a new four-story shopping center was opened in Manas, as reported by the local mayor's office. The ceremony was attended by Mayor Ernisbek Ormokov, Chairman of the City Council Nurtilek Bolotov, as well as business representatives and local residents.

Kyrgyzstan and its neighbors praised at the UN for resolving border issues

The progress of Central Asia in resolving border issues received high praise at a UN meeting, according to information from the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. The meeting, held on December 15 under the chairmanship of Germany, was organized at the initiative of Kyrgyzstan and showcased the successes of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan in resolving cross-border disputes.

In the Jumgal District, a new backhoe loader was purchased for 4.1 million soms

In the Aymak of Chayek, located in the Jumgal district of the Naryn region, a modern backhoe loader worth 4.1 million soms has been acquired, as reported by Turmush correspondent. The equipment, manufactured in 2025, was purchased for 4 million 199 thousand 999 soms. The supply of the backhoe loader was carried out by the company LLC "Weicheng Group Co. LTD" for the Ayil Okmotu of Chayek.

Kamchybek Tashiev Gathered Security Forces Generals at the GKNB Headquarters for the First Time

The meeting was held in an informal format Kamchybek Tashiev, head of the GKNB, organized a meeting with the generals of the security agencies at the service's headquarters on the instructions of President Sadyr Japarov. This was reported by the GKNB press service.

Aibek Mambetkaziev Appointed First Deputy Akim of Panfilov District

Aibek Mambetkaziev has been appointed as the first deputy akim of the Panfilov district in the Chui region. This appointment was approved by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev. The new first deputy was introduced to the staff on December 15 by the akim of the Panfilov district, Bekmaat Masaidov.

The main New Year tree of the country was lit in Bishkek.

No Kyrgyz nationals among the victims of the terrorist attack in Sydney — Ministry of Foreign Affairs

On December 15, a terrorist act occurred in Sydney, as a result of which, fortunately, there are no citizens of Kyrgyzstan among the victims. This information was announced by representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kyrgyz diplomatic institutions maintain constant contact with Kyrgyz citizens located in Australia.

The GKNB has detained the head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs Security Service of the Kyrgyz Republic.

On December 10, 2025, employees of the GKNB of the Kyrgyz Republic detained police colonel A.T.A., who held the position of head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs Security Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, on suspicion of regularly receiving bribes from subordinates.

The National Bank will hold an auction for the placement of 7-day notes on December 16.

- On December 16, 2025, the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic plans to hold an auction for the placement of notes with a seven-day maturity period, as reported by the bank itself. Key parameters of the auction:

Incidence of ARVI and influenza in Kyrgyzstan decreased by 11.7% - weekly data

According to the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, the incidence of ARVI and influenza in the country has decreased by 11.7%. In the 50th week of 2025 (from December 8 to December 14), 37,629 cases of illness were registered, which is 11.7% less compared to the 49th week, when 42,561 cases were recorded. Among the sick, 72.2% are children under 14 years old.

The ceremony for lighting the main Christmas tree of the country in Bishkek was attended by more than 10,000 people.

Yesterday, a bright celebration took place in Ala-Too Square in Bishkek — the ceremony of lighting the main Christmas tree of the country, which gathered more than 10,000 participants. This event became one of the largest New Year celebrations of the year. According to information from the Bishkek Department of Internal Affairs, over 1,000 law enforcement officers were involved in maintaining public order at the event. The police operated in an enhanced mode, ensuring safety throughout the

A municipal wire production workshop opened in the Naryn village of Baizak

In the Naryn region, in the village of Baizak in the Jumgal district, a new workshop specializing in wire mesh weaving has started operating, as reported by our correspondent from the region. Currently, six local residents have found employment at this new enterprise. The workshop was opened after the renovation of the municipal warehouse on K. Nazarbek Street was completed.

In Naryn, a boiler house is being reconstructed for 192 million soms using heat pumps

In Naryn, the reconstruction of the boiler house, which provides heat to 719 residential buildings and 8 institutions, is currently underway. This was reported by Turmush correspondents at the municipal enterprise "Naryn Heating Supply" ("Нарын жылуулук берүү"). According to information from the department, the total cost of the project is 192 million soms. This year, a significant project is being implemented in the city of Naryn, which is the first of its kind in the

Trump filed a lawsuit against the BBC for five billion dollars

In his lawsuit, Trump's lawyers claim that the BBC violated commercial law by deliberately distorting his statements on the day his supporters stormed the Capitol. The BBC management has not yet commented on the lawsuit situation. In November, the BBC had already apologized to Trump for editing his speeches but rejected his compensation demands, citing a lack of grounds for defamation claims. At that time, Trump announced his intention to file a lawsuit, telling reporters, "I believe

In Kyrgyzstan, a video surveillance system is being implemented at slaughterhouses and livestock markets

Currently, the video surveillance system covers 54 slaughterhouses and 5 markets, as well as 1 veterinary-sanitary laboratory, which allows for monitoring processes at these facilities.

Folk Legends: The Guy Died a Day After Bringing a Gold Ring from the Grave at the Jailoo Kelin-Tash

In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tal district, there is a pasture known as Kelin-Tash. A Turmush correspondent has gathered interesting legends associated with its name. This pasture is located in a high mountain gorge on the territory of Kara-Suu, in the southern part of the village of Bayetovo. At Kelin-Tash, you can see tall fir trees, various herbaceous plants, as well as wild animals such as ibex and mountain rams.

The Mayor of Bishkek handed 200,000 soms to a city resident for surgery

In the run-up to the New Year holidays, the Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, handed over a certificate for 200,000 soms to city resident Nasiyat Bekmyrzaeva. This contribution from the mayor's reserve fund is aimed at financing the necessary medical surgery for the resident. The event took place during the ceremony of lighting the main Christmas tree of the country, held at Ala-Too Square.

In Kyrgyzstan, video cameras have been installed at 54 slaughterhouses and 5 livestock markets.

The Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance Service of Kyrgyzstan is gradually implementing a video surveillance system aimed at enhancing veterinary and phytosanitary safety. According to the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic, cameras have currently been installed at 54 slaughterhouses and 5 livestock markets, as well as in one veterinary and sanitary expert laboratory (VSEL) in the Moscow district. To date, a total of 23 video cameras are actively functioning, providing

In the Sokuluk District, the regulating reservoir was returned to the state

According to the results of the prosecutor's office inspection, violations related to the transfer of the basin to private ownership were revealed. Now, thanks to the measures taken by the prosecutor's office, this facility, valued at 43 million soms, has been returned to state control.

In the Uzgen District, a "voucher" group has been launched for children from needy families.

In the rural district of Myrza-Ake in the Uzgen region, a "voucher" group has been opened, as reported by Ruslan Talantbek uulu, the head of the village administration, to the Turmush correspondent. According to him, the pilot project of the "voucher" group was launched as part of the initiative "Strong Region — in a Developing Country" ("Өнүгүп жаткан өлкөдө – күчтүү аймак") and is being implemented with the support of the Myrza-Ake village council at

What will the main New Year's tree of the Naryn region be like this year — the municipality shared details about the preparations

A festive atmosphere is actively being created in the T. Usubaliev Square in Naryn. During these days, the installation and decoration of a 12-meter Christmas tree is taking place there. This tree, which is 4.5 meters wide, was purchased in 2019 for 1.5 million soms allocated from the local budget. This year, the installation is taking place for the seventh time, and its cost amounted to 1 million soms.

In the mountains of Kyrgyzstan, a woodcutter stopped a man with a single glance

The threatening gaze of the boar made the local resident stop near a herd of wild boars. In one of the mountain gorges of the Moscow district in the Chuy region, a local resident named Azamat noticed a large herd of wild boars. Almost two dozen pigs and piglets were foraging on the slope, digging through the snow in search of roots and larvae. When Azamat decided to approach them on horseback, his attention was drawn to a huge boar, carefully watching him from under a fir tree. At that moment,

Ishenbay Kadyrbekov on the capital's master plan: more questions than answers

The topic of the General Plan for Bishkek is back on the agenda. This document will serve as the foundation for the development of the capital for the coming decades. In early December, the city hall announced that hearings would be held on materials prepared by the Saint Petersburg Institute of Prospective Urban Development. However, from the very beginning of the discussions, numerous questions arose — from the format of the hearings to the essence of the presented document. Ishenbay

The doctor explained how to preserve vision while working on a computer daily.

Nowadays, many people spend five to ten hours a day in front of various devices, leading to an increase in cases of digital eye strain. Pediatric ophthalmologist, Doctor of Medical Sciences, and Professor Igor Aznauryan, who heads the Union of Children's Eye Clinics "Clear Vision," discussed how to minimize the negative effects of working on a computer and maintain eye health in an interview with Lenta.ru. According to the expert, many gadget users complain of symptoms such as

Fruits, Fish, Alcohol. What Has Increased the Most in Price in Kyrgyzstan Since the Beginning of the Year

According to the National Statistical Committee, from January to November 2025, consumer prices in Kyrgyzstan increased by 8.3 percent compared to December 2024. Inflation for the first ten months was 7.1 percent. The highest price increases were observed in the following categories:

Cases of Sexual Violence Against Children Registered in Naryn — Some Cases Remain Unaddressed

This year, there have been 5 incidents of sexual violence against children in Naryn, of which only two cases have led to criminal proceedings. This was reported by Gulmira Sultanalieva, head of the Naryn inter-district labor, social protection, and migration department. According to Sultanalieva, the rights of 38 minors have been violated in Naryn, while in the Naryn district, 19 children have been affected. Of the five registered cases of sexual violence, two were classified as harassment;