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The price of Bitcoin has exceeded 95 thousand dollars
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The price of Bitcoin has exceeded 95 thousand dollars

After a significant drop in November, the price of Bitcoin began to rise with the arrival of the new month, increasing by more than 7% in the last 24 hours, according to trading platform data. According to information from CoinMarketCap, which analyzes average prices on more than 20 exchanges, as of 10:09 Moscow time, the price of Bitcoin jumped by 7.26% to $93,303.63. On the largest cryptocurrency exchange, Binance, the price of Bitcoin rose by 7.29%, reaching $93,291.72.

04.12.2025, 12:25
The Bishkek City Hall revealed what the tram lines in the capital will be like.
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The Bishkek City Hall revealed what the tram lines in the capital will be like.

Azamat Kadyrov emphasized that the project includes contactless tram lines, which is due to the rapid development of technology. “There is a prevailing opinion that a tram must have a contact line, but modern projects show that this is not the case. Trams on cushions and various power supply systems are already being used around the world. We are in the process of studying international experience,” noted Kadyrov. As part of the project, it is planned that the new trams will move along the

04.12.2025, 12:23
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Modern lighting systems are being installed in the central square of Talas.

New lighting systems are being installed in the central square of the city of Talas. According to information from local authorities, the installation of modern lighting fixtures began with the aim of improving urban infrastructure and creating a modern appearance for the city. Currently, 60 light fixtures, each 12 meters high, as well as LED screens, have already been installed in the square.

04.12.2025, 12:22
Pakistani companies intend to invest in the economy of Kyrgyzstan
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Pakistani companies intend to invest in the economy of Kyrgyzstan

At the upcoming business forum "Kyrgyzstan – Pakistan," several important documents are expected to be signed, as reported by the director of the National Investment Agency, Ravshanbek Sabirov, in an interview with the Kabar agency. During the official visit of President Sadyr Japarov to Pakistan, high-level meetings are taking place. A delegation from 23 companies in Kyrgyzstan has arrived in Pakistan, expressing their readiness to cooperate in various fields.

04.12.2025, 12:03
An electrician died at Issyk-Kul. The police did not open a case.
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An electrician died at Issyk-Kul. The police did not open a case.

The Issyk-Kul District Department of Internal Affairs refused to initiate a criminal case regarding the death of a 24-year-old electrician that occurred at a recreation center in the village of Semenovka. This was reported by representatives of the Institute of Akikaty. According to the institute, a 20-year-old resident of the village of Temirovka, M.N., approached the authorized representative of the akikatчы with a complaint about the inaction of the investigators from the District

04.12.2025, 11:53
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In the village of Kyzyl-Suu in the Jetigovuz district, food was provided to 100 families.

On December 3, in the village of Kyzyl-Suu, located in the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, 100 families with individuals who have disabilities received social assistance. This became known through a message from the head of the village administration, Alisher Nurbek uulu. According to Alisher Nurbek uulu, food packages were distributed to citizens from socially vulnerable groups thanks to the efforts of a charitable foundation. The event was attended by the deputy akim of the

04.12.2025, 11:44
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In the Jalal-Abad Region, 9 educational institutions were closed due to ARVI and hepatitis A

In the Chatkal district of the Jalal-Abad region, 9 educational institutions have been closed for quarantine. This was reported by Parikan Eshenkulova, head of the health strengthening department of the Jalal-Abad inter-district center for disease prevention and epidemiological surveillance. According to her, 3 schools and 6 kindergartens have temporarily suspended their operations due to an outbreak of acute respiratory virus and hepatitis A among children, as recommended by doctors.

04.12.2025, 11:22
Macron called for creating conditions for the growth of Chinese investments in the European Union
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Macron called for creating conditions for the growth of Chinese investments in the European Union

During his trip to Beijing, French President Emmanuel Macron called for the creation of favorable conditions to increase direct Chinese investments in the European Union. He emphasized that such investments could contribute to the establishment of new production facilities and jobs. This statement was made following his talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as reported by TASS. “Europe needs renewal to become more competitive and increase investment volumes. China aims to develop its

04.12.2025, 11:16
Kyrgyzstan is preparing to open new types of exports to China
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Kyrgyzstan is preparing to open new types of exports to China

The Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic announces plans to significantly increase the supply of products from domestic producers to the Chinese market. As part of this initiative, the republic has begun work on preparing and agreeing upon five new veterinary and sanitary protocols, which include requirements and procedures for inspection control. After the signing of these documents, Kyrgyz products will be able to enter additional segments of the Chinese market.

04.12.2025, 11:13
Sadyr Japarov was honored with the highest distinctions upon his arrival in Pakistan - Alagozov
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Sadyr Japarov was honored with the highest distinctions upon his arrival in Pakistan - Alagozov

President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov arrived in Pakistan on an official visit and was greeted at the airport by the country's president Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, as reported by the president's press secretary Askhat Alagozov. In honor of the arrival of the Kyrgyz leader, a 21-gun salute was given — this is the highest form of ceremonial greeting for heads of state.

04.12.2025, 11:02
In Osh, the musical "Jamila" was showcased
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In Osh, the musical "Jamila" was showcased

On December 3, the premiere of the musical "Jamiyla," based on the works of Ch. Aitmatov, took place at the S. Ibraimov Osh National Drama Theater. The creative team of the T. Satylganov Kyrgyz National Philharmonic presented this performance to the audience. High-ranking guests attended the event, including the plenipotentiary representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Osh region, Amankhan Kenjebayev, his deputies, as well as district leaders and employees of

04.12.2025, 10:58
Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan Agree to Deepen Cooperation
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Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan Agree to Deepen Cooperation

On December 3, 2025, during the state visit of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, to Pakistan, a meeting took place between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Jeenbek Kulubaev, and the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Muhammad Ishaq Dar. This information was provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. During the discussions, an open and constructive dialogue took place, covering a wide range of issues

04.12.2025, 10:56
All four suspects in the Louvre robbery have been arrested
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All four suspects in the Louvre robbery have been arrested

According to Le Parisien, the last suspect was apprehended at a construction site in Laval. He is currently being held in a solitary cell, but his defense claims there is no reason to believe he was involved in the events at the Louvre and intends to appeal the decision regarding his arrest. According to reports, the 39-year-old detainee, originally from the Seine-Saint-Denis department, has had legal troubles six times before, including offenses related to pimping and trafficking in stolen

04.12.2025, 10:50
In Turkmenistan, cotton crops are dying on hundreds of hectares
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In Turkmenistan, cotton crops are dying on hundreds of hectares

In the territories of the Akhal, Lebap, and Mary velayats of Turkmenistan, there is a significant loss of cotton harvest. The reason for this is the lack of workers for harvesting. Hundreds of hectares owned by local officials have remained untreated with defoliants, making it impossible to use harvesters. Modern landowners are unwilling to adequately pay hired pickers, hoping for assistance from budget workers from local authorities. Meanwhile, on the unharvested fields, livestock can be seen

04.12.2025, 10:48
The Foreign Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan agreed to deepen cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan
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The Foreign Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan agreed to deepen cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan

During the state visit of the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov to Pakistan on December 3, 2025, a meeting took place between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic Jeenbek Kulubaev and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan, Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. The meeting featured a constructive dialogue, during which various aspects of bilateral cooperation were discussed. Both ministers

04.12.2025, 10:32
A kindergarten with 100 places has opened in Osh
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A kindergarten with 100 places has opened in Osh

In the village of Meerkan, located in the city of Osh, a new kindergarten named "Meer" was opened on December 2. The facility underwent a major renovation and is ready to accept children. Various officials participated in the opening ceremony, including the mayor of the city, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, and the deputy chairman of the city council, Niyazbek Nurbaev, as well as local residents.

04.12.2025, 10:29
Trump named the reasons for the huge external debt of the USA
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Trump named the reasons for the huge external debt of the USA

U.S. President Donald Trump commented on the country's external debt situation, which has reached an astronomical amount of 38 trillion dollars. According to RIA Novosti, Trump noted that the reason for this is ineffective management. “There have been unreasonable people in power, many unreasonable people. That is why we are facing such a debt,” he stated during his speech at the White House.

04.12.2025, 10:24
A Delegation from the Fujian Province Prosecutor's Office of China Visited the Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan
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A Delegation from the Fujian Province Prosecutor's Office of China Visited the Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan

The Supreme Court reports that the key aspects of the visit are the development of international legal cooperation and the exchange of best practices to improve the functioning of the judicial and prosecutorial systems. This interaction between the law enforcement and judicial bodies of Kyrgyzstan and China is significant for justice and strengthening mutual understanding. During the meeting, Nurgul Bakirova informed her Chinese colleagues about the functioning of the judicial system in

04.12.2025, 10:22
Another magnetic storm has been recorded by scientists on Earth
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Another magnetic storm has been recorded by scientists on Earth

A magnetic storm of level G2 has been registered on the planet, originating from a stable coronal hole on the Sun, as reported by Kazinform. According to data from the Solar Astronomy Laboratory of the IKI RAS, moderate geomagnetic disturbances are being observed on Earth, caused by the influence of the stable coronal hole on the Sun, as reported by various space weather centers.

04.12.2025, 10:16
Kyrgyzstanis Offered 200 Scholarships for Studies in Hungary
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Kyrgyzstanis Offered 200 Scholarships for Studies in Hungary

The Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovations of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the start of the selection of citizens for education in Hungarian universities under the Stipendium Hungaricum program for the academic years 2026–2027. This selection became possible thanks to a memorandum of understanding signed by the two state ministries.

04.12.2025, 10:13
Deontay Wilder reacted to Oleksandr Usyk's desire to have the next fight with him
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Deontay Wilder reacted to Oleksandr Usyk's desire to have the next fight with him

“I would really be happy if that happened. I have always said that I was not given the chances [to fight for the status of absolute world champion] for various reasons. But I have always been someone who is ready to give opportunities to others,” added the boxer. “Hearing Usyk talk about this is very important to me. I would be grateful for the opportunity, and I look forward to new details emerging. I want to give the fans what they want to see. Fighting Usyk is a great honor. If he

04.12.2025, 10:08
Incidents / Exclusive

Bishkek City Police Department has initiated an investigation into the beating and binding of a young man on the street

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, an incident occurred in which a group of unknown individuals beat and tied up a young man on the street. This information was disseminated in the media. The Bishkek City Police Department reported that after news of the incident emerged, the fact was registered in the Unified Register of the Interior Ministry of the First May District, and a preliminary investigation has been initiated.

04.12.2025, 09:57
Fattening Complex in Chui Region Valued at 1.45 Billion Soms Put Up for Auction
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Fattening Complex in Chui Region Valued at 1.45 Billion Soms Put Up for Auction

The State Agency for Property Management has announced electronic auctions for the sale of a large fattening complex located in the territory of Burana in the Chui region. According to the agency, this complex is intended for the intensive breeding of large and small cattle, as well as poultry and other agricultural animals. The facility has a complete infrastructure that allows for the entire cycle of production processes: from the reception and veterinary treatment of animals to their

04.12.2025, 09:53
An international conference "Kyrgyz Statehood and the Phenomenon of Manas" was held in Bishkek.
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An international conference "Kyrgyz Statehood and the Phenomenon of Manas" was held in Bishkek.

The National Academy "Manas", in collaboration with the Kyrgyz National University named after J. Balasagyn and the Institute of Literature named after Ch. Aitmatov of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, organized an international scientific and practical conference on December 2, dedicated to the theme "Kyrgyz Statehood and the Phenomenon of Manas." According to the academy, among the participants of the conference were the State Secretary of the

04.12.2025, 09:37
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In the Issyk-Ata District and Kant, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities was celebrated.

In the Issyk-Ata district and the city of Kant, the celebration of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities took place, as reported by a correspondent from Turmush in the district administration. Among the participants of the event were: the deputy head of the Issyk-Ata district state administration, Almazbek Suyndukov, the mayor of Kant, Ulan Mailibashev, the head of the labor, social protection, and migration department, Ainura Balbakova, as well as the head of the district culture

04.12.2025, 09:37
The role of the diasporas of the CIS countries was discussed in Budapest
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The role of the diasporas of the CIS countries was discussed in Budapest

On December 2, the 7th meeting of ministers and representatives of institutions responsible for diaspora issues of the CIS participating countries took place in Budapest. This information was announced by the Ministry of Labor, Social Security and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic. At the event, Kyrgyzstan was represented by Deputy Minister Bakyt Darmankul uulu, who opened the meeting with a welcoming speech.

04.12.2025, 09:33
A Kyrgyzstani was injured in a car accident in Kazakhstan
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A Kyrgyzstani was injured in a car accident in Kazakhstan

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has confirmed information about a traffic accident in which a citizen of Kyrgyzstan was injured. According to data received from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the incident occurred on November 25, 2025, at the checkpoint "Zhaisaan," located in the Aktobe region of Kazakhstan. The injured party was a 47-year-old individual identified as S.B.

04.12.2025, 09:26
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Social House in Shopokov Received Financial Support in Honor of International Day of Persons with Disabilities

In honor of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, celebrated on December 3, the family-type social house in Shopokov received financial assistance from the local mayor's office, as reported by the press service of the city administration Turmush. According to the mayor's office, during this event, Mayor Radju Noruzbaev presented the director of the institution with a certificate for the amount of 20,000 soms, which is a sign of attention to the eight children with

04.12.2025, 09:26
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Fire on the bypass road of the city of Tokmok has been localized.

On the bypass road at the entrance to the city of Tokmok, located in the Chuy region, a fire broke out involving dry grass and trees, as reported by eyewitnesses to a Turmush correspondent. According to preliminary information, the incident occurred on December 3, approximately between 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM.

04.12.2025, 09:08
The Kenyan Parliament Accuses British Soldiers of Sexual Violence and Murders
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The Kenyan Parliament Accuses British Soldiers of Sexual Violence and Murders

In Kenya, parliamentary bodies have accused British soldiers undergoing training in the country of sexual violence, murders, human rights violations, and worsening environmental conditions. A report prepared by the parliament includes testimonies from local residents in the Laikipia and Samburu counties, which are near military bases, as reported by the BBC. British soldiers training in Kenya (BATUK) have been conducting their exercises in the central part of the country for several decades.

04.12.2025, 08:59
Exchange rates for December 4
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Exchange rates for December 4

The official exchange rates that will be in effect on December 4, 2025, have been announced by the National Bank. 1 USD remains at 87.4500 soms; The euro (EUR) rate increased from 101.5382 to 101.8268 soms; The Russian ruble (RUB) also rose from 1.1256 to 1.1274 soms; The Kazakh tenge (KZT) grew from 0.1719 to 0.1735 soms; The Chinese yuan (CNY) went up from 12.3685 to 12.3790 soms. In commercial banks, the average buying rate for the American currency is 87.31 soms, while the selling rate is

04.12.2025, 08:45
Gray hair may be a sign of the body's protection against skin cancer
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Gray hair may be a sign of the body's protection against skin cancer

Research by Japanese scientists has opened a new perspective on gray hair, which is traditionally perceived as a sign of aging. The researchers concluded that gray hair may serve as an important indicator of the body's protective functions. This was reported by "Doctor Peter," citing findings from the University of Tokyo, where relevant studies were conducted according to media sources. Gray hair occurs due to a decrease in the activity of melanocytes — the cells responsible for

04.12.2025, 08:32