How the Author of the Theory of Three Singularities, Askar Akayev, Came to Believe in the Existence of God

In the next two years, humanity will face a critical choice: either artificial intelligence will lead to the destruction of our civilization, or it will transition to a new level of development. What factors influence this? What is the unique role of Central Asia in global technological progress? In which areas should artificial intelligence be implemented? Askar Akayev, who was the president of Kyrgyzstan and is now a professor at Lomonosov Moscow State University, answered these questions.

The State Committee for National Security detained a former official in the case of the sale of 100 land plots — new details have emerged

The case against the former head of the rural administration of the Suzak district in the Jalal-Abad region has reached the Supreme Court. The State Committee for National Security (SCNS) reported in April 2023 that the ex-head of the rural administration S.A.N., along with subordinates and responsible officials from the "Cadastre" and architecture departments of the Suzak district, was the initiator of a corruption scheme related to the illegal distribution of land plots for

UPS has cut 48,000 employees since last year

As part of the strategy to optimize costs and increase profits, UPS has laid off 48,000 employees since the beginning of last year, as reported by The New York Times. According to their information, this year the company has cut 34,000 positions among drivers and warehouse workers, while the remaining 14,000 layoffs affected management, which began last year.

After a complaint, the city of Osh intends to check the sanitary condition of the private bathhouse "Döwlet"

Lawyer and attorney Zhyldyz Kaldyrova from Osh filed a complaint indicating non-compliance with sanitary and epidemiological standards at the private bathhouse "Döwlet," reports Turmush correspondent. She contacted the Osh City Center for Sanitary and Epidemiological Supervision requesting an inspection of the establishment and, if violations are found, to hold the responsible parties accountable.

How the Mayor of Osh Managed the Car Gifted by the President

The car brand "LiXiang L9," presented by President Sadyr Japarov to the mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, was officially accepted into municipal ownership. At a recent session, the deputies of the Osh City Council approved the decision to transfer a number of properties that were previously state-owned into municipal ownership.

In the Internal Affairs Directorate of Jalal-Abad Region, a police colonel was introduced as the new head of the investigative department.

Colonel of Police Almazbek Kadyrov has been appointed as the head of the investigative department of the Jalal-Abad regional internal affairs department. This information was announced by the press service of the Jalal-Abad regional internal affairs department.

Wedding convoy in the city of Manas filmed on video. Drivers were fined afterwards.

Two drivers who violated traffic rules during a wedding convoy in Manas have faced penalties. Moreover, one of the participants in this incident is still wanted. The video of the auto hooliganism during the wedding procession quickly went viral on social media, sparking active discussions among users.

The Governor of Talas Region Revealed His Salary

Ermat Jumayev, the authorized representative of the president in the Talas region, informed the Kabar agency about his salary, which amounts to 60,000 soms. He added that his wife manages a small business that they run together.

The Chairman of the Supreme Court was shown the toilets for judges and the public — he ordered them all to be demolished.

The Chairman of the Supreme Court, Mederbek Satiev, identified deficiencies during the major renovation of the building of the Kara-Kulja District Court. According to the press service of the Supreme Court, 24 million soms were spent on the works. The opening of the court building after reconstruction is scheduled for November 10, 2025.

In the village of Syn-Tash, a gym will be built by the end of the year for 64 million soms.

In the village of Sın-Tash, located in the Issyk-Ata district, the construction of a new gym is nearing completion, which is expected to be commissioned by the end of this year. This information was provided by the Ministry of Construction. The project is being financed from the republican budget, with a total cost of 64 million soms.

How Soon Will Beef in Kazakhstan Become Unaffordable for Everyone

Beef prices in Kazakhstan have sharply increased, and this has been noticed by everyone — from market sellers to buyers. According to Maksut Bakti baev, head of the Meat Union of Kazakhstan, this is not a random occurrence, but a result of systemic mistakes in the industry over the past few years. In an interview with TENGE TALKS, he explains that Kazakhstan has all the resources for successful meat production but lacks a long-term strategy. What happened: sharp price increase and diagnosis of

Azamat Ergeshov has headed the Ayil Okmotu of Altyn-Beshik in the Batken District

Ergeshov Azamat Zholbaevich has been appointed head of the Ayil Okmotu of Altyn-Beshik in the Batken region, reports Turmush correspondent. The order for his appointment was signed by the district akim Danir Imanaliev.

The Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan signed an investment agreement with two Chinese companies for the construction of a solar power plant.

At the International Forum held in the Chinese city of Suzhou, an Investment Agreement was signed between the Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan and two companies: "States Technology Co., Limited" and "San Energy Co.". Under this agreement, the construction of a 250 MW solar power plant in Kyrgyzstan is planned.

The Bishkek City Hall denies information about a mining farm on the territory of Special School No. 22

"Balа Bereke": A Stimulus for Demography and Support for Mountain Regions

The goal of the program is to create conditions for population growth, support for large families, and child development.

Who is currently in charge of law enforcement agencies in the Batken region?

From November 1, 2025, the Kyrgyz police will celebrate their 101st birthday. This significant holiday for law enforcement is celebrated annually across the country. In anticipation of the anniversary date, the publication Turmush has prepared an overview of the heads of internal affairs departments in the Batken region. Heads of the Department of Internal Affairs of the Batken Region:

"They are responsible for security": All police chiefs of major cities in Kyrgyzstan

This year, on November 1, the Kyrgyz police will celebrate its 101st birthday, which is considered a professional holiday for law enforcement officers in the country. In anticipation of this anniversary, Turmush has prepared an overview of the heads of departments and divisions of internal affairs in major cities of Kyrgyzstan.

The Ministry of Energy has signed an investment agreement with Chinese companies for the construction of the "Ak-Turpakh" solar power plant.

At the international forum in Suzhou, located in the People's Republic of China, an Investment Agreement was signed between the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Chinese companies States Technology Co., Limited and San Energy Co. This agreement concerns the construction of a solar power plant with a capacity of 250 MW in Kyrgyzstan. The document was signed by the Minister of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic, Talaybek Ibraev, the president of States Technology Co., Limited,

In the Kochkor District, the 25th anniversary of the Batken events was celebrated

Recently, a commemorative evening was held in the Kochkor district, dedicated to the 25th anniversary of the Batken events, reports Turmush correspondent. As part of the event, participants laid wreaths and offered prayers at the monument to Lieutenant Colonel Sagynbek Bekbalaev, who fell in battle along with six soldiers in the village of Gaz during those tragic events.

A Training on the Epic "Manas" Using AI and Digital Technologies Took Place in Bishkek

A seminar for teachers dedicated to modern and interactive methods of teaching the epic "Manas" was held in Bishkek. According to the Manas Academy, the main goal of this event was to improve the quality of teaching the epic using digital technologies and new pedagogical approaches.

260 children attend the most unusual kindergarten on Issyk-Kul

In Karakol, located in the Issyk-Kul region, there is a historic building that has turned 120 years old. This structure, known as the house of notary I.P. Pyankov, is currently used by a preschool educational institution. The head of the kindergarten, Altynkul Tyumenbaeva, noted that this academic year, 260 children will be accepted into the institution. As part of the grant, work is planned for the repair of the gates, fence, and playground, as well as the construction of a coal storage

The first snow fell in Aidarken, "ahead of last year's schedule"

On October 29, the first snow fell in the Batken region, in Aydarken, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The city of Aydarken, located in a mountainous area, is considered one of the coldest in the region, and winter lasts longer here than in other areas.

Elections for the State Duma. A statement of intent to participate in the elections was submitted by 531 candidates

The Central Commission for Elections and Referenda of the Kyrgyz Republic continues to accept applications from candidates wishing to participate in the early elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh. As of October 28, 531 applications from candidates have been registered.

At the checkpoint "Ak-Tilek," a drunk driver of a truck was detained

On October 28 at 18:40, a driver of a FAW truck was detained at the "Ak-Tilek" checkpoint. According to information provided by the press service of the Main Department of Traffic Safety of the Kyrgyz Republic, it became known during the inspection that the driver was in a state of alcohol intoxication.

A fire broke out at the "Meat and Fish" cafe in the city of Osh.

In Osh, at the address 20A Raimbekova Street, a fire broke out at the café "Meat and Fish." According to preliminary data from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the fire started on the roof of the establishment. The first fire crews arrived at the scene at 11:23, and by 11:46, the fire was completely extinguished.

Kyrgyz athlete Assem Törögeldieva won a bronze medal at the III Asian Youth Games

In Manama, where the III Asian Youth Games are taking place, Kyrgyz athlete Asema Törögeldieva won a bronze medal, finishing third in women's wrestling. Asema competed in the weight category up to 53 kg. The wrestling competitions are held at the Exhibition World Bahrain (EWB) exhibition and convention center in Manama.

E-commerce has become a driver of small and medium-sized businesses in Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, electronic commerce is rapidly gaining popularity, accounting for more than 14% of the country's total retail turnover. This was stated by Aibek Kurentkeyev, president of the Association of Electronic Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, on the air of Birinchi Radio. According to him, the volume of electronic trade in the country at the end of last year amounted to approximately 428 million dollars. This year, a growth of 15% is expected, which means at least about 525 million

Early Elections to the Parliament: Over 530 Kyrgyz Citizens Have Submitted Applications to Participate

Information about the candidates, including their photographs, is available for review by electoral districts. You can select the district of interest to obtain the relevant data. The complete list of candidates can be found here:

The dates for the agricultural census in Kyrgyzstan have been postponed.

The decision to postpone the dates made by the cabinet of ministers is related to the necessity of quality data collection. According to the initial decree, the next agricultural census was supposed to take place in 2025. It should be noted that this event occurs once every ten years and represents a large-scale statistical operation aimed at obtaining reliable information about the state of agriculture in the country.

Ibraev proposed to the Chinese to invest in the construction of the power lines "Kemin-Torugart" and "Barskoon-Bedel"

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The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan proposes to introduce mandatory genomic registration for certain citizens

According to Sputnik, the project aims to create a system that will collect and store biometric data, such as digital facial images, fingerprints, and signatures. The Ministry of Internal Affairs believes this will significantly simplify the identification process in cases where citizens find themselves in extreme situations or are unable to provide information about themselves. Furthermore, the agency indicated that the current system of registration at the place of residence does not meet

"BRICS IMF 2025 – a platform for international cooperation at the regional level of BRICS+ countries"

From October 29 to 31, 2025, the International Municipal Forum of BRICS will take place in St. Petersburg at the Expoforum Convention and Exhibition Centre. It is expected that the event will gather representatives from over 70 countries and 2,000 cities around the world. Each year, the forum attracts more than 5,000 participants, including Russian and foreign leaders of regions and regional parliaments, mayors of major cities, as well as representatives of large companies and investment funds.

In Kyrgyzstan, the list of types of NGOs required to submit consolidated information to the GNS has been expanded

The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic reminds of the necessity to provide consolidated information about income and expenses for an expanded circle of NGOs. According to the new law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic on Reporting by Certain Non-Profit Organizations," political parties, trade unions, religious organizations, and cooperatives are required to provide detailed information about the formation of funds, their expenditure, as well as

The dollar is stable – exchange rates as of September 29

The National Bank has presented the current exchange rates for foreign currencies as of October 29, 2025. The exchange rate of the US dollar remains at 87.45 soms.

Life in the Regions: The Story of Munara Mustapaeva — a Young Equestrian for Whom Horses Became Her Destiny

The rider from the village of Baizak in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, Munara Mustapaeva, started riding horses at high speed at the age of 12. Munara was born in 2001 in the village of Birlik in the Tyup district. She got married in the village of Baizak.

The CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic denied Shailoobek Atazov registration as a candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh.

At the meeting of the working group held on October 28, 2025, both Atazov and a representative of the Main Department for Crime Investigation of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic were present. Their testimonies were heard. The working group, responsible for the acceptance and verification of documents, established that Atazov does not meet the legislative requirements for candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh and recommended denying his registration.

Adylbek Kasymaliev held a meeting with the Vice President of the EBRD

In Bishkek, a meeting took place between Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, and Matteo Patrone, the Vice President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). The visit was part of Patrone's working tour of the country, the government press service reports. During the meeting, key issues of bilateral cooperation were discussed, as well as opportunities for implementing important projects in areas such as infrastructure,

At the GNS, issues of export and re-export were discussed

Kubanychbek Isabekov, Deputy Chairman of the State Tax Service under the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic, held a meeting with business representatives to discuss important aspects of goods export. The event was organized to support exporters and those engaged in re-export within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). During the meeting, participants were given recommendations on issues related to crossing borders, preparing accompanying documents, obtaining certificates of

The Russian Foreign Minister Proposes a Non-Aggression Pact to Europe

At the conference, Lavrov emphasized: "We do not strive for dominance." He also pointed out that, despite Russia's readiness for cooperation, the leaders of the European Union are avoiding discussions on future security guarantees on a genuinely collective basis, as stated in the official transcript from the Russian Foreign Ministry.

At the Töö-Ashuu Pass, snowfall. Restrictions introduced for freight transport.

Due to worsening weather conditions, restrictions have been imposed on freight transport at the "Sosnovka" checkpoint. According to information from the press service of the Traffic Safety Department of the Interior Ministry of the Chui Region, heavy snowfall and fog are observed on the Bishkek–Osh highway in the area of the Töö-Ashuu pass. As a result, the movement of freight vehicles is temporarily restricted at the "Sosnovka" checkpoint.

Unusual Behavior of a Man Near an Apartment in Tokmok Captured on Video — Police Conducting an Investigation

In Tokmok, located in the Chuy region, the unusual behavior of a stranger has caught the attention of local residents, thanks to recordings from the surveillance cameras of one of the apartment buildings. The incident occurred on October 28 at 8:20 AM. The video captures a man approaching the door of one of the apartments and blocking the entrance with glue, and then, showing no emotion, leaving the building. The reasons for his actions remain a mystery.

News from Kyrgyzstan that Shape Public Mood: From Economy to Digital Habits

In Kyrgyzstan, news is no longer just a transmission of information, but an important indicator of society's emotions and its trust in what is happening. The variety of topics—from the economy to culture, including discussions about Azartoff machines—reflects the mood of citizens. These changes are sometimes as noticeable as fluctuations in currency exchange rates. The Impact of the Economy on Public Perception Every morning, the residents of the country ask themselves not about the news,

In the city of Osh, the names of cafes, restaurants, and companies are written in English, Chinese, Arabic, and Uzbek — the signs have been ordered to be changed.

According to information provided by the mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, on October 28, all names of cafes, restaurants, and other public catering establishments in the city must be displayed in the Kyrgyz language. The head of the municipality noted that at the moment, names written in English, Latin, Chinese, Arabic, and Uzbek can be found in Osh. Establishment owners are required to comply with the requirement to use the Kyrgyz language by November 10. Authorities, together with the

In the city of Osh, private mansions have been ordered to be disconnected from central heating.

In Osh, on October 28, the modernized boiler house "Kermе-Too" was ceremoniously opened. According to the local municipality, the boiler house, which was put into operation in 1986, underwent serious capital repairs and upgrades. As a result of the modernization, production capacities have increased, and outdated equipment has been replaced with modern electric boilers, each with a capacity of 2.15 gigacalories per hour, as well as new pumps.

In the At-Bashy Mountains, a fire engulfed 3 hectares of forest

In the Naryn region, in the At-Bashy area, a forest fire broke out, covering 3 hectares. According to firefighters, a signal about the fire in the Kandybay forest, located near the village of Kara-Suu, was received on October 28. Two fire trucks, 20 emergency service employees, 30 local residents, and 10 forestry workers were involved in extinguishing the fire.

Project "Zheneke": How Aizharqyn Timurlanova Learned to Be a Daughter-in-Law — From a Soup Joke to a Touching Moment in the Maternity Hospital

The regional news outlet Turmush continues the series "Жеңеке," where we share stories of young brides and experienced daughters-in-law. The project aims to highlight family values and reveal the talents of married women. The focus is on Aijarkyn Timurlanova, who lives in the village of Kichi-Örüktü in the Issyk-Kul region.

Not by Duty, but by the Call of the Heart: How Policeman Ermart Sasykov Prevented a Tragedy and Saved Two Lives

Ermart Sasikov, a police major and senior district inspector of the territorial police department in the village of Sosnovka, has been serving in the internal affairs system for 16 years. He was born on March 7, 1983, in the village of Erkin-Sai in the Panfilov district, and he has a family: a wife and three children.

The Person Inside the Brain: Everyone Lives in Their Own Mental Umwelt

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