In Kyrgyzstan, the decline in yields has affected almost all major crops

The total volume of agricultural production decreased by 503.3 thousand tons, which is a 40% decline compared to the same period last year, according to the Ministry of Economy. The decline in yield has affected almost all important crops: wheat production decreased by 35%, potatoes by 23%, vegetables by 22%, fodder crops by 46%, and oilseeds by 49%. According to preliminary estimates, domestic production volumes will be able to meet 62.5% of the country's wheat needs, 76.9% of potato

The company Alibaba provides technical support to Chinese military "operations" against targets in the USA

The document states that Alibaba provides access to user data to the Chinese government and the People's Liberation Army. This includes IP addresses, Wi-Fi information, payment histories, and services related to artificial intelligence. It is also mentioned that company employees have passed information about zero-day vulnerabilities—previously unknown vulnerabilities that have not yet been addressed by developers—to the People's Liberation Army. These facts highlight the growing

The UK Foreign Office has updated the list of countries with a risk of alcohol poisoning

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated its list of countries where tourists should exercise particular caution due to the potential risk of alcohol poisoning. In the previous version of the list, the following countries were included:

The head of the Kyrgyz government will visit Russia on a working trip.

Valentina Shevchenko Easily Defeated the Brutal Chinese Fighter Zhang. How Did Dana White React?

Dana White, the president of UFC, shared his impressions of the title fight between Kyrgyzstani Valentina Shevchenko and Chinese fighter Weili Zhang, which took place at UFC 322 in New York. White noted: "I saw the podcast where you said this fight definitely wouldn't be boring, but in the end, Valentina just 'steamrolled' her. How do you comment on that?"

Expert Tips: Children's Massage: When is it Necessary and What to Pay Attention To?

Aizada Abdyralieva, a children's massage therapist and speech therapist-defectologist from At-Bashy, shared her knowledge about children's massage and its significance with a Turmush correspondent. - In what cases should parents consider massage for their child?

Life in the Regions: M. Asylbekov from Jetiy-Oguz Decided to Produce Biohumus After What He Saw in Moscow

Muradbek Asylbekov, 56 years old, lives in the village of Darkhan in the Jetiguz district and is engaged in the production of biohumus, according to information from a Turmush correspondent. His interest in biohumus production began while working in a greenhouse in Moscow.

In Kyrgyzstan, over 26,000 traffic violations detected in a week

From November 10 to 16, 2023, a total of 26,365 traffic violations were registered in Kyrgyzstan, according to preliminary data. According to the information provided by the State Traffic Safety Department (GUOBDD), among these violations:

Folk Legends: Jayloo in the Batken Region, Where Giant Snakes Lived and Human Remains Were Found

In the mountains of the Kadamjai district of the Batken region lies the pasture of Mashalan [also known as Bashy-Algan]. Here grows a remarkable tree called Koshbok-Ata, which is over three hundred years old. Egemberdi Nazarov, a local resident, shared interesting legends related to this tree and the pasture with a correspondent from Turmush. He noted that Koshbok-Ata rises to 20-25 meters and has a diameter of over 5 meters, continuing to grow in these lands for three centuries.

Hyundai Santa Fe Owners File Class Action Lawsuit Over "Exploding" Engine: The Scandal Centers on the 3.3-Liter V6

The owner of the vehicle, Jason Burns, along with his wife Allison, purchased a used Santa Fe SE in May 2019 with a mileage of 17,350 miles (about 28,000 km). However, in April 2024, at a mileage of 79,966 miles (approximately 129,000 km), their SUV suddenly lost power and stopped. Upon inspection of the vehicle, a hole was found in the engine block, presumably caused by a connecting rod failure inside the engine.

The Traffic Police has strengthened control over heavy-duty vehicles

In the city of Batken, meat shops operate without interruption, - representative office

According to the press service of the presidential representative office in the Batken region, meat shops continue to operate without any interruptions. According to the provided data, meat-selling stores in the Batken region are functioning steadily, offering products at prices set by the antimonopoly authorities.

In the Moscow District, meat prices are being held steady despite a slight increase in feed and livestock prices.

In the village of Belovodskoye, Moscow district, a market for winter feed and livestock took place today, November 16, reports Turmush correspondent. At the trading sites, a bale of clover grass costs 380–420 soms, straw is 200 soms, and mountain hay is 320 soms. The livestock market is seeing an increase in prices, depending on the fatness and breed of the animals. For example, a 6-month-old ram is sold for 35,000 soms, a 2-year-old goat for 15,000 soms, fattened sheep for 30,000 soms, and

In Chui Region, a mini-football tournament was held for the Day of Police Community Inspectors.

A mini-football tournament dedicated to the Day of Police Inspectors took place at the "Abdysh-Ata" stadium in the Issyk-Ata district. The main goal of this event was to encourage employees to engage in sports, improve their health, and promote team cohesion.

In the rural district of Myrza-Ake in the Uzgen region, 10 km of asphalt has been laid since the beginning of the year.

Since the beginning of this year, work has been carried out on asphalt paving over a distance of 10 kilometers in the rural district of Myrza-Ake in the Uzgen region. This information was provided to the Turmush correspondent by Ruslan Talantbek uulu, the head of the village government.

In Talas, the fair "Choose a Profession - Choose Your Future" is taking place.

A job fair was held at the Talas Regional Musical and Drama Theater named after Kapar Medetbekov, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The event was organized by the Talas city administration and the inter-district migration office of the Talas region. The fair was titled "Choose a Profession - Choose a Future."

The working visit of President Sadyr Japarov to Uzbekistan has concluded

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In Naryn, reflective tapes are attached to livestock

In the Naryn region, there continues to be a monitoring of road traffic accidents related to livestock entering the roads. This information was provided by representatives of the Road Traffic Safety Department under the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Naryn region.

Schoolchildren from the village of Altyn won the zonal football games of the Jayil district.

The zonal football competitions of the Jayil district took place in Eryktu, with 11 teams from various villages participating. Young athletes from the following villages competed in the tournament: Altyn, Fedorovka, Kara-Döbö, Jayil, Stepnoye, Stavropolovka, Kara-Suu, Eryktu, Iiri-Suu, Jon-Aryk, and Zheken.

In the city of Batken, more than ten sellers were fined for inflating meat prices.

In Batken, local authorities fined traders who sold meat at prices above the established norms, as reported by the city hall. According to the city hall, city officials conducted an inspection at the livestock market, where they checked the current prices for livestock.

Israeli settlers desecrated and set fire to a mosque in the West Bank

These inscriptions testify to the years of intimidation practiced by illegal settlers against the Palestinian population. Threats, arson, and attacks have become part of their daily lives, while Israeli authorities almost never punish those responsible for such crimes. Palestinians living in the occupied territories constantly live in fear for their lives and the safety of their children, as well as for the preservation of their property and land. Each new day can begin with a raid,

In Mexico, "Zoomer Rebellion": Thousands Protest Against the Government, 120 Injured in Clashes

Thousands of protesters took to the streets of Mexico City on Saturday, expressing their dissatisfaction with violent crime and the actions of the Sheinbaum government. Sheinbaum noted that the protests taking place in other cities were supported by right-wing political forces opposing her administration.

Sadyr Japarov spoke at the Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia in Tashkent

Today, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, is participating in a working visit to Uzbekistan, where he is speaking at the Seventh Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia, taking place in Tashkent. This important event is also attended by Ilham Aliyev, the President of Azerbaijan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev from Kazakhstan, Emomali Rahmon from Tajikistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov from Turkmenistan, and Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the President of Uzbekistan.

At Issyk-Kul, a mounted police patrol monitors compliance with environmental regulations along the lake shore

In the Issyk-Kul region, active measures to protect the environment and combat illegal fishing are ongoing, as reported by the local police. Under the leadership of Murat Bronov, the head of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region, along with his deputy Ulan Orozaliev and representatives of the police department of the city of Karakol, control is being exercised to ensure compliance with environmental regulations along the coastline from the village of Pristan-Przhevalsk

Folk Legends: The Suddenly Appeared Army and 1.5-Meter Monitors Surprised the Residents of the Settlement

The village of Kerkidan, located in the Aravan district of the Osh region, has an amazing history. As previously mentioned on Turmush, archaeological finds such as bones, household items, and seeds of agricultural crops, including grapes, confirm its rich past. To this day, local residents are actively engaged in growing various grape varieties.

Folk Legends: The Baskak Ruined the Wedding of Cholpon

There are many legends about the mountain "Broken Heart" in the Jeti-Oguz region of the Issyk-Kul area. One of them was narrated by the candidate of philological sciences, Bekmurza Jumabaev. In ancient times, in the Jeti-Oguz gorge, there lived a young man and a young woman who were dear to each other. However, fate played a cruel joke on them.

In Kemin, an SUV hit a pedestrian

In the Kemin area, located in the Chuy region, a car hit a pedestrian on the Bishkek—Naryn—Torugart highway. Eyewitnesses of the incident reported the occurrence to a Turmush correspondent.

A Mosque Opened in the Naryn District

In the village of Orto-Saz in the rural district of Chet-Nura, Naryn region, a solemn ceremony was held to inaugurate a new mosque named after Aaly Elikbay uulu. High-ranking guests attended the event, including the chief imam-khatib of the Naryn region Rustam Chyrov, the head of the Chet-Nura rural council T. Kuleshov, and the chairman of the village council S. Bektemir uulu. Local residents and invited guests also gathered for the ceremony.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan clarified the procedure for entry and stay of citizens of the People's Republic of China in the Kyrgyz Republic.

According to current regulations, foreign citizens must strictly adhere to the duration of stay specified in their visa or other permit documents. This provision is enshrined in the legal acts regarding the stay of foreign citizens on the territory of Kyrgyzstan. When obtaining a visa in Kyrgyzstan, it is mandatory to have a petition from a registered legal entity located on its territory. Kyrgyzstan applies a phased and balanced approach to liberalizing its visa policy, taking into account

Life in the Regions: Mother of 7 Children K. Cherikbaeva Engages in Tire Repair

Kadyrkül Cherikbaeva, a resident of the village of Tilekmat in the Jeti-Oguz district, is actively engaged in vulcanization, reports Turmush correspondent. She is the mother of seven children.

"Limousines, Hummers, Lexuses, and a restaurant for 800 people": How Ossetian Madina married Kyrgyz Eldiyar

In the new issue of the "Zhubaylar" column, the focus is on Eldiyar and Madina Zakirova. Madina, an Ossetian by nationality, was born in 1993 in Kyzyl-Kiya, located in the Batken region, where she spent her childhood years.

Competition "Best Village Government": The Village Government of Dostuk in the Alamudun District won 2,000,000 soms

The award ceremony for the winners of the republican competition "Best Ayil Okmotu" took place at the presidential administration of the Kyrgyz Republic. The Ayil Okmotu Dostuk from the Alamudun district of the Chui region took second place in this competition.

Life in the Regions: A Resident of the City of Kemin, Meder Chopieva, Chose a Profession Despite Many Saying He Could Fall into Alcoholism

Meder Chopiev, a dentist from Kemin, Chuy region, has been helping his patients for over 10 years. He was born in 1992 in his hometown of Kemin and is currently a happy husband and father of three children – two daughters and a son.

In the city of Uzgen, meat stall traders were told what price the cost of meat should not exceed.

In Uzgen, explanatory work was carried out regarding meat prices, reported the local mayor's office. At the instruction of Kamchybek Tashiev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Chairman of the State Committee for National Security, the city mayor Eldos Taev, together with relevant services, conducted an inspection of the points of sale dealing with meat.

President: The State Pays Special Attention to Improving the Infrastructure of Schools, Kindergartens, and Medical Institutions

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In the city of Batken, most meat pavilions are closed: Long lines at the only one that is open

According to a report from Turmush correspondent, most meat trading pavilions in Batken are temporarily closed. At the moment, only one store offers meat at the established antimonopoly prices: lamb costs 680 soms, and beef costs 670 soms.

Elmira Chokmorova Appointed Artistic Director of the Osh Regional Puppet Theater (Resume)

Elmira Chokmorova has been appointed the head of the Osh Regional Puppet Theater named after N. Shamurzaev. This appointment was made possible by an order from the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic, which was signed on November 13, 2025.

Sadyr Japarov met with Shavkat Mirziyoyev

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov, during a working visit to Uzbekistan, met with Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on November 15. During the discussions, the parties addressed key issues concerning the strengthening of cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. They emphasized the development of political dialogue, trade and economic ties, the implementation of joint initiatives, as well as the expansion of cultural and humanitarian exchanges, which contribute to creating an

In the city of Talas, mothers of large families were awarded

Yesterday, November 14, a significant event took place in Talas dedicated to honoring mothers. During the ceremony, mothers of many children received high awards: the "Baatyr Ene" order and the "Ene Danky" medal.

An Agricultural Fair is Taking Place in Karakol — What Are the Prices?

As of today, November 15, the central square of Karakol, named after Ch. Aitmatov, has become the venue for an agricultural fair. Farmers from various districts of the Issyk-Kul region showcased their own products for sale, as well as meat products. Current prices for goods at the fair:

Our People Abroad: The Daughter of a Police Colonel from Jalal-Abad with Zero English Proficiency Went to a Country Where She Was Offered a High Salary

Turmush continues to share stories of Kyrgyzstani people who work, study, and live abroad. Janailai Suimanova lives and works in Saudi Arabia, where she is gaining experience in participating in international events.

"Like Airplanes": Two Birds Amazed the Residents of the Jayil District

In the territory of the Jayil district in the Chui region, local residents witnessed an unusual phenomenon — encounters with pelicans. This information was provided to a Turmush correspondent by eyewitnesses.

Kudaybergen Bazarbaev Appointed Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Kazakhstan

Memories of Eastern Turkestan: China's Policy on Uyghur Identity

On November 12, 1933, the First Eastern Turkestan Republic was proclaimed in Kashgar. This brief but significant event marked an important moment for the Uyghurs and other Turkic peoples of Central Asia, as it was the first time they could envision a state reflecting their culture, language, and religion, free from Chinese imperial control. However, less than a year later, the republic was destroyed, once again becoming a victim of the ambitions of more powerful states. Nevertheless, this date

Prices for lamb, beef, and horse meat in Jeti-Oguz

In the Issyk-Kul region, in the Jeti-Oguz area, a monitoring of meat product prices was conducted. The monitoring was carried out in collaboration with representatives of the antimonopoly service, as well as with the participation of local government administration leaders and the veterinary department.

The China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan Railway is planned to be built in five years

According to Syrgabaev, the project is being implemented with the support of China, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan, and the main construction work will begin in July 2024 after the signing of an important intergovernmental agreement in the summer of the same year. The new railway line will connect the western regions of China with Uzbekistan through the territory of Kyrgyzstan, becoming one of the central routes within the "One Belt, One Road" initiative. The length of the railway line

Popular products linked to an increased risk of bowel cancer

A new study conducted by scientists from Mass General Brigham suggests that regular consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPF) may significantly increase the risk of early precancerous changes in the intestine. Analysis of data from nearly 30,000 women showed that those who consumed the highest amounts of such products had a 45% increased likelihood of being diagnosed with adenomas—precursors to colorectal cancer. The results were published in the journal JAMA Oncology.

Sadyr Japarov participates in the Seventh Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia in Tashkent

Sadyr Japarov, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, is participating today, November 16, in the Seventh Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia, taking place at the congress hall in Tashkent. Before the event began, he was greeted by the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev.