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A major loan shark and owner of a pawnshop chain was detained in Bishkek

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the illegal activities of a well-known usurer and owner of pawnshops, S.M.A., were halted. This information was provided by the press center of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS). According to the information provided, S.M.A. was engaged in usury and operated through his pawnshops for profit, deceiving citizens who found themselves in financial difficulties.

16.01.2026, 10:36

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In the neighborhoods of Bishkek, there will be no water on January 20.

On January 20, the supply of drinking water will be temporarily suspended in some microdistricts of Bishkek. From 09:00 to 02:00, residential buildings, educational institutions, kindergartens, medical facilities, and other social objects will be disconnected. This was announced by the press service of the capital's mayor's office. The areas where water supply will be stopped:

16.01.2026, 10:36

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US fighter jet issued a distress signal over Japan and disappeared from radar

In the skies over Japan, the American fifth-generation fighter F-35A Lightning II issued a distress signal and soon disappeared from radar screens in the Pacific Ocean.

16.01.2026, 10:35

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In a fire at a Bishkek dormitory, a foreigner died, 38 people were evacuated

A fire occurred in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, in the territory of a three-story dormitory in the Sverdlovsk district. All fire sources were extinguished by 10:20. According to information from the city's emergency management agency, one firefighting team and a command post were involved in extinguishing the fire. During the inspection of the incident site, the body of a foreign citizen born in 2004 was found. As a result of the incident, 38 people were evacuated from the building.

16.01.2026, 10:33

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Black Smoke. The Hotel Owner in Bishkek Fined 28,000 Som

On January 14, information appeared on the social network Facebook about black smoke coming from a building at the intersection of Ogonbaeva and Almatinskaya streets in the Sverdlovsk district of Bishkek. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. Employees of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service immediately went to the specified address for verification. As a result, it was found that the source of

16.01.2026, 10:27

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The Ministry of Education has started an investigation into the incident involving a teacher at Bishkek School No. 87

The Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic has expressed its concern regarding the behavior of one of the teachers during a Kyrgyz language lesson at Bishkek School No. 87. According to information from the ministry, a joint investigation has been initiated with the Ministry of Internal Affairs, aimed at clarifying all the details of the incident.

16.01.2026, 10:22

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The State Committee for National Security thwarted an illegal loan scheme and detained the owner of pawnshops.

The State National Security Committee (GKNB) reported the cessation of illegal activities related to usury, carried out by S.M.A., the owner of a chain of pawnshops. According to the agency's information, S.M.A. issued loans to residents of Bishkek under extremely unfavorable conditions. High interest rates led to debtors finding themselves in a dependent position and unable to repay the money. Operatives emphasize that in such situations, methods of pressure and intimidation were used.

16.01.2026, 10:10

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A Major Loan Shark and Owner of a Pawnshop Chain Detained

A well-known loan shark, who is also the owner of a chain of pawnshops, has been detained in Bishkek. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR). According to information from the state committee, the detainee, known by the initials S.M.A., was engaged in illegal pawnshop activities in Bishkek for profit, exploiting the vulnerable financial situation of citizens.

16.01.2026, 09:56

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The State National Security Committee detained the owner of a pawnshop chain and displayed the pledged property of clients.

The detained suspect. Photo by the State National Security Committee. In Bishkek, S. M. A., the owner of a chain of pawnshops, was detained on suspicion of involvement in illegal activities. This was reported by the press service of the State National Security Committee. According to information from the agency, the suspect organized "criminal pawnshop and usury activities" in the capital, extracting illegal profits from citizens who found themselves in difficult financial situations.

16.01.2026, 09:40

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In Bishkek, 17 people were poisoned at the fast food point "Daamduu," including 4 children.

On January 15, 2026, a mass poisoning occurred at the fast food restaurant "Daamduu" in Bishkek, affecting 17 people, including 4 children. The information was provided by the Department of Disease Prevention and Sanitary-Epidemiological Surveillance of the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan. According to the department, 13 victims were hospitalized and are under medical supervision, while 4 people are receiving outpatient care.

16.01.2026, 08:14

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In one of the cafes in Bishkek, more than ten people were poisoned - State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance

In Bishkek, a mass food poisoning incident occurred related to food served at the fast food restaurant "Daamduu." This was reported by the Center for State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance. On January 15, 12 people with signs of food poisoning sought help at the Republican Clinical Infectious Diseases Hospital.

16.01.2026, 07:37

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Employees of weight and dimension checkpoints on the Bishkek - Osh road were detained for bribery.

Every day, between 150 and 200 vehicles passed through the checkpoints. Employees of the weight and dimension control on the Bishkek - Osh highway were detained on suspicion of corruption, the Ministry of Internal Affairs reports.

15.01.2026, 20:30

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Police captain in the Jayil district detained for bribery

The amount of the bribe was 150,000 soms to terminate the criminal case An employee of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jayil district, accused of extortion, was detained by representatives of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB).

15.01.2026, 17:42

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In Thailand, a construction crane collapsed onto cars on the highway

Today, January 15, a serious incident occurred on one of the main highways near Bangkok: a construction crane collapsed onto the roadway. This was reported by Euronews. According to available information, the accident involved equipment used in the construction of the Rama-2 elevated expressway in Samut Sakhon province, located southeast of the capital. The crane fell onto the road, crushing several cars under its steel structures.

15.01.2026, 16:58

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Investigator of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jayil District Detained for Extorting 150,000 Som

In the Chui region, employees of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, together with the Internal Investigations Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, uncovered a case of extortion of a bribe committed by an employee of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jayil District. According to the press center of the State Committee for National Security, on January 13, as a result of operational investigative actions related to the pre-trial proceedings registered

15.01.2026, 16:38

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Frosts up to -28 degrees and ice: Kyrgyzstan is facing difficult weather conditions

From January 16 to 17, a sharp drop in air temperature is expected in Kyrgyzstan. This is reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES). According to the agency, snowfalls are possible on the specified days, with heavy precipitation in some areas. Icy conditions will be observed on the roads, and snowdrifts are forecasted in mountainous regions. There is also a likelihood of wet snow sticking to trees and wires, while fog may significantly reduce visibility.

15.01.2026, 16:28

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A police officer from the Jayil District is accused of extorting a large sum of money.

The investigator from the Department of Internal Affairs of the Jayil District, located in the Chuy Region, has become a suspect in a bribery extortion case. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR). According to the agency, on January 13, during the pre-trial investigation under Article 343 "Extortion of a Bribe" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, police captain Zh.A.Z. was detained. He is accused

15.01.2026, 15:49

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Investigator of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jayil District Caught Taking Bribes

In the Chui region, employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) detained an investigator from the Jail district police department, suspected of receiving a bribe of 150,000 soms for terminating a criminal case.

15.01.2026, 15:45

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An employee of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jayil District has been detained for extorting a bribe.

In the Chuy region, an employee of the Internal Affairs Department working in the Jayil District has been detained on suspicion of extorting a bribe. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS). According to information from the SCNS, on January 13, an investigator from the investigative service named J.A.Z. was detained for extorting a bribe of 150,000 soms with the aim of terminating a criminal case.

15.01.2026, 15:23

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Tragedy in the Moscow Region: CSKA trainee Adams fell from the window of a high-rise building

The footballer died before the medics arrived Lionel Adams, a trainee of CSKA and former defender of the youth national team of Russia, tragically passed away after falling from the window of a high-rise building in the Moscow Region. The attack on the footballer occurred in December when he sustained a gunshot wound and was hospitalized, as reported by "Sport-Express".

15.01.2026, 15:08

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The Ombudsman reported serious violations at the temporary detention center for foreigners

Jamila Jamambaeva, the ombudsman, expressed concern about serious violations of the rights of foreign citizens in the temporary detention center located at the "Gansi" base in the Chui region. This information was published by the ombudsman's press service. According to her statements, twice the staff of the ombudsman's institute were denied access to the center's territory, which violates the constitutional law "On the Ombudsman of the KR." These facts are

15.01.2026, 15:08

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In Bishkek, a car hooligan with a pistol was detained

A man threatened other road users and attempted to break the car window In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, law enforcement agencies detained a man who threatened with a gun during a road conflict. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Sverdlovsk district. The incident occurred on the morning of January 14 at the intersection of Jibek Jolu and Osmonkula streets, where a video recording was made. The footage shows a man using foul language, threatening other drivers,

15.01.2026, 12:40

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Dangerous proximity in the sky over Kazakhstan. Uzbekistan Airways commented on the incident.

Two passenger planes, a Boeing 737 and an Airbus A320, came dangerously close to each other. On January 10, in the airspace controlled by Shymkent air traffic controllers, a threatening proximity incident occurred involving two aircraft: a Boeing 737 belonging to the airline "Pobeda" and an Airbus A320 operated by Uzbekistan Airways.

15.01.2026, 12:36

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Promised help in court: suspect arrested for $25,000 fraud

Employees of the Main Department of Criminal Investigation of the Ministry of Internal Affairs detained a man who was wanted in a fraud case. According to the ministry, a citizen O.A. filed a report with the police. In it, he stated that in November 2023, a certain Murat, promising to help "resolve the issue" in a court process, deceitfully took his money amounting to $25,000 and disappeared.

15.01.2026, 12:34

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Murder in the New Building: Suspect Detained While Attempting to Escape

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, police officers have detained a suspect in a murder case. This was reported by the press service of the Leninsky District Department of Internal Affairs. According to information from law enforcement agencies, on January 14, a signal was received at number 102 that the body of a man with signs of violent death had been found near one of the new buildings in the city.

15.01.2026, 12:15

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A resident of Uzbekistan called the police and complained about Trump. He was fined.

In Tashkent, a man was sentenced for calling the police while drunk to complain about U.S. President Donald Trump. He was fined 1.23 million Uzbek soums (about $100) for making a knowingly false emergency call. According to court documents, this citizen contacted the Main Internal Affairs Directorate and claimed that Trump had kidnapped Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The officer who answered the call suggested that he come to the station to file an official report, but the man never

15.01.2026, 12:06

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In Bishkek, a drunken feast ended with a murder

On January 15, the press service of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs reported the arrest of a suspect in a murder case in Bishkek. The incident occurred on January 14, when a signal was received at 102 about the discovery of a man's body showing signs of violent death in a field in one of the capital's new residential areas.

15.01.2026, 11:47

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The case of the occult of Rayimbek Matraimov is being considered in the Kara-Suu district. Photo

Munarbek Saipidinov, the former head of the village government of Savai in the Kara-Suu district, has been extradited from Russia and is currently in custody at a detention center. The court proceedings are taking place in the Kara-Suu District Court of the Osh region, according to information provided by the editorial office of Kaktus.media. Saipidinov's arrest has been extended until March 14, 2026, according to a ruling issued on January 13, 2026.

15.01.2026, 10:54

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Minor Drifts in a BMW. Video

A video has surfaced on social media in Kyrgyzstan, capturing an incident of traffic rule violation: a young man, driving a BMW, performs a drift. According to the press service of the Patrol Police, the offender voluntarily approached the patrol police, where a report was filed against him for auto hooliganism. The vehicle was impounded.

15.01.2026, 09:53

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Iran's Air Defense is on High Alert

Measures have been taken to enhance the readiness of Iran's air defense, as reported by Reuters. At this time, the United Kingdom has decided to close its embassy in Tehran, evacuating all staff. The United States, in turn, is reducing the number of personnel at the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, which is one of America's main military bases in the Middle East, where about 10,000 military and civilian personnel are constantly present.

15.01.2026, 09:19

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In Bishkek, after the arrest, the guys voluntarily handed over 38 bundles of drugs

On January 15, the press service of the Interior Ministry of the October District reported the detention of suspects in drug trafficking in Bishkek. Information about the distribution of drugs in the October District was received by law enforcement agencies on December 31, 2025, which served as the basis for initiating a preliminary investigation.

15.01.2026, 08:24

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In Tajikistan, a Constitutional Court judge died after falling from the ninth floor

A tragedy occurred in Tajikistan: Constitutional Court judge Jamshid Jamshidzoda passed away after falling from the ninth floor. This was reported by local media. Witnesses of the incident cannot definitively say whether it was an accident or an act of suicide.

14.01.2026, 23:36

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Specialist from GP "Unaa" Suspected of Illegal Registration of Lexus RX 330

In the Chui region, cases of abuse of official power related to the illegal registration of a vehicle have been recorded. This was reported by representatives of the press service of the regional Department of Internal Affairs. According to law enforcement, in 2023, two individuals — S. A. and J. R. — imported a Lexus RX 330 from Japan, declaring the vehicle as spare parts. For subsequent illegal registration and sale, they acquired a registration certificate for a damaged vehicle of the same

14.01.2026, 22:21

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In Kemin, two elderly men are suspected of murder

The message about the discovery of a body was received by the Internal Affairs Department of the Kemin District on January 11, 2026, at around 13:10. Arriving at the scene, law enforcement officers found a man with stab wounds, as reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region. The investigative operational group documented the incident. It was established that the deceased was A. A., born in 1960, who had multiple stab wounds on his body.

14.01.2026, 22:12

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In Bishkek, suspects in the attack on a teenager in the residential area "Ak-Ordo" were detained.

According to the police, on the day of the incident, January 14, 2026, a call was received at number "102" reporting that a 16-year-old K. D. had been delivered to one of the hospitals with injuries that were presumably caused by a sharp object. A forensic investigative group was dispatched to the scene of the incident. The father of the victim, A. Z., reported that on January 12, his son was attacked by unknown individuals right in front of their house.

14.01.2026, 20:01

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In Bishkek, a suspect in the theft of groceries from a hypermarket has been detained.

In the Sverdlovsk District Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek, a statement was received from a representative of one of the hypermarkets, A. Y., who reported a theft that occurred on January 12, 2026. According to him, on that day at around 10:50, an unknown man stole products worth 12,000 soms and fled the scene. Based on this statement, the investigative authorities initiated a criminal case under Article 205 "Theft" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.

14.01.2026, 18:52

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In Bishkek, suspects in a robbery attack in the residential area "Kalyis-Ordo" were detained

According to law enforcement, the incident occurred on January 6, 2026, at approximately 04:18. E. M. reported to the Department of Internal Affairs of the Pervomaisky District about an attack on him by unknown individuals in the residential area. As the police found out, the attackers broke the window of a Honda Fit, used physical force, and inflicted injuries to the thigh area. After that, they stole the car and fled the scene. A Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G mobile phone, valued at 23,000 soms,

14.01.2026, 18:42

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A man threatening another driver with a gun has been detained in Bishkek

This morning in Bishkek, at the intersection of Jibek Jolu Avenue and Osmonkul Street, an incident occurred in which an unknown man threatened another driver using a weapon. After that, he fled the scene. According to information from the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department, a criminal case has been initiated in connection with this incident under Article 280 (Hooliganism) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.

14.01.2026, 17:54

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Actor and Rector of the Moscow Art Theatre School Igor Zolotovitsky Has Passed Away

We regret to inform you of the death of Igor Zolotovitsky, who passed away at the age of 64. The relevant information has been posted on the official website of the Moscow Art Theatre.

14.01.2026, 17:13

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GKNB: Former Head of GNS Admits Guilt, 4.3 Billion Soms Returned to the State

The State Committee for National Security commented on the sentencing by the Lenin District Court of Bishkek regarding the former head of the Tax Service, Altynbek Abduvapov, and his deputy, Islambek Kydyrgychov. According to the GKNB, the detention of both individuals occurred on December 6, 2024, as part of a criminal case initiated under Article 337, Part 3, "Abuse of Official Position" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.

14.01.2026, 16:46

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Night Stabbing in the "Ak-Ordo" Residential Area of Bishkek: Two Detained

During the night, an incident involving cold weapons occurred in the residential area of "Ak-Ordo" in Bishkek. According to the press service of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs, law enforcement officers have detained the suspects. According to the police, today a call was received at service 102 reporting that a minor, K.D., born in 2009, had been admitted to the hospital with injuries from a sharp object.

14.01.2026, 16:33

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Man Who Shattered Windshields with a Gun Detained

A man has been detained in Bishkek for threatening another driver with a gun. This was reported by the Sverdlovsk District Department of Internal Affairs. The incident occurred on January 14, 2026. In the morning, at the intersection of Jibek Jolu Avenue and Osmonkul Street, an unknown individual, threatening with a weapon, got into a conflict with another driver, breaking the windshields in the process. After that, he fled the scene.

14.01.2026, 16:14

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82-year-old Julio Iglesias accused of sexualized violence

Accusations of sexualized violence have been made against Spanish performer Julio Iglesias by two of his former employees. This was reported by the Spanish newspaper elDiario. The women worked at Iglesias' residences in the Bahamas and the Caribbean for nearly a year in 2021, where, according to them, they faced physical and psychological abuse from the singer.

14.01.2026, 16:11

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In the capital's residential area of Ak-Ordo, a teenager was stabbed near a house.

The press service of the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department reported the detention of suspects in hooliganism. On January 14, emergency services received a signal that a teenager born in 2009 had been admitted to the hospital with a stab wound. A forensic investigative group from the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department was dispatched to the scene, where they were approached by the victim's father.

14.01.2026, 15:39

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Armed Raid in "Kalyis-Ordo": Among the Attackers Were Minors

In Bishkek, suspects involved in a robbery that occurred in the residential area of "Kalyis-Ordo" have been detained. This information was provided by the press service of the city’s police department. According to the received data, the incident happened on January 6 at 4:18 AM. E.M., the victim, reported to the First May District Police Department that he was attacked by unknown individuals. They broke the window of his Honda Fit, used physical force, and inflicted a stab wound to

14.01.2026, 15:38

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In Chunkurchak, Jeepers Helped to Evacuate a Car After a Tragic Accident

Recently, an accident occurred on the road to the Chunkurchak ski base, resulting in the tragic death of a seven-year-old boy. The driver of a BMW X7 lost control, and the car fell into a ravine. Local off-road enthusiasts helped restore order at the scene, responding to the emergency and providing their SUVs. One of them shared details with 24.kg.

14.01.2026, 15:28

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In the capital residential area of Kalyis-Ordo, boys and their underage girlfriends committed robbery

On January 14, the press service of the Bishkek City Police reported the detention of suspects in a robbery that occurred in the Kalyis-Ordo residential area. The incident took place early in the morning on January 6, when at 04:18 a signal was received at the police station from one of the capital's residents. He reported that he had become a victim of an attack.

14.01.2026, 14:37

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A man threatening with a gun was detained in Bishkek

On January 14, the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department received information about the detention of a suspect in hooliganism. The incident occurred in the morning of the same day at the intersection of Zhibek Zholu Avenue and Osmonkul Street, where two drivers got into a conflict. A video recorded by a passenger in one of the cars captured one of the drivers threatening the other, pressing a gun against the windows of his car and insulting him.

14.01.2026, 14:32