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How does the first children's rehabilitation center for children with disabilities in the Issyk-Kul region live?
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How does the first children's rehabilitation center for children with disabilities in the Issyk-Kul region live?

The number of children with disabilities in Kyrgyzstan is steadily increasing. In Karakol alone, there are more than 500 such children. However, there is not a single educational institution in the region where children with disabilities can receive an education. They either have to attend a regular school or, in the case of severe disabilities, do not receive any education at all. In Karakol, the early intervention and rehabilitation center for children with disabilities "Ornok" has

05.11.2015, 10:33
Women's Forum "Kurak" held an Open House Day
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Women's Forum "Kurak" held an Open House Day

Last Friday, the Women's Forum 'Kurak' opened its doors to everyone interested in learning about the activities of the organization that unites successful women entrepreneurs of Kyrgyzstan. During the event, new projects of the Forum were presented, and invited guests from America shared their success stories with the women of Bishkek. - The Women's Forum 'Kurak' has been operating for four years, - said IA representative of the organization, Aizhan Chynybayeva. –

05.11.2015, 09:30
The new city landfill of Bishkek with a waste sorting plant will open in 2017.
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The new city landfill of Bishkek with a waste sorting plant will open in 2017.

In the summer of 2016, the construction of a new landfill in Bishkek that meets international standards will begin. A waste processing plant will operate on the site. The construction work will last about a year, and upon completion, the municipal authorities plan to start the reclamation of the old city landfill. This was announced by the director of the municipal enterprise "Bishkek Sanitary Landfill," Alybek Apasov, during the "City Talks" event. The city landfill on the

04.11.2015, 14:36
Kyrgyzstan became a member of the UN Human Rights Council.
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Kyrgyzstan became a member of the UN Human Rights Council.

Kyrgyzstan was elected as a member of the UN Human Rights Council for the years 2016-2018 following the elections held on October 28 in New York during the 42nd plenary session of the UN General Assembly. – The Kyrgyz Republic, placing exceptional importance on strengthening and promoting the protection of human rights, the rule of law, and democracy at both national and international levels, nominated its candidacy for one of the main UN bodies. Seven countries contested for five vacant seats

03.11.2015, 13:57
In Atatürk Park, employees of "Zelenstroy" planted several hundred trees.
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In Atatürk Park, employees of "Zelenstroy" planted several hundred trees.

We remind you that we have repeatedly written about the problem of tree destruction in the former 'Friendship' park. Thanks to the concern of local residents who do not want the park to be built over or turned into a dump, the municipal enterprise 'Zelenstroy' planted 345 deciduous trees in the southern part of the 'Atatürk' park. The employees of the enterprise also carried out pruning work on the undergrowth between Toktonalieva and Shakirova streets. Local

30.10.2015, 12:36
In Kyrgyzstan, taxi drivers will be required to work under patents.
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In Kyrgyzstan, taxi drivers will be required to work under patents.

Amendments have been made to the traffic rules of Kyrgyzstan concerning taxi drivers and freight carriers. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the republic. According to the addition from the government of the Kyrgyz Republic, included in subparagraph 2.1.1 of paragraph 2.1 of the traffic rules, the driver of a motor vehicle is required to stop and, at the request of police officers, provide them for inspection with a "certificate of state

29.10.2015, 11:03
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A Bishkek resident reached the quarter-finals of Russia's largest music project "Main Stage"

Kyrgyzstani Kairatbek Primberdiev has advanced to the quarterfinals of the Russian music show "Main Stage." He initially performed Oleg Gazmanov's song "My Thoughts Are My Horses," but the jury did not particularly like Kairatbek's rendition of it. However, a permanent jury member, popular rock singer Diana Arbenina, remembered the songs Kairatbek sang during the casting and suggested he perform one of them without musical accompaniment. His performance of the

29.10.2015, 10:30
A New Cemetery Opened for Burials in Kyrgyzstan
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A New Cemetery Opened for Burials in Kyrgyzstan

The city authorities have resolved the issue of burying deceased citizens. A new burial site has officially opened in the village of Grozd, near Bishkek, aimed at relieving the "overcrowded" Southwest cemetery, which was previously the only available burial site and was five times over capacity. The need for new burial sites in Bishkek has been discussed at the city hall for several years. For a city of one million, there were only five cemeteries: "Bratskoye" - 13 hectares

28.10.2015, 14:24
Andrey Rusakov: Elections to the Parliament – Only the Beginning
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Andrey Rusakov: Elections to the Parliament – Only the Beginning

The results of the parliamentary elections in Kyrgyzstan have been summarized. Six parties have passed, and now the formation of a coalition and government is ahead. But most importantly, this parliament will have to work in new geopolitical and economic conditions, ensuring societal consensus and implementing a challenging socio-economic policy. - The elections have taken place, but this is just the beginning of the journey, - comments the results of the elections to the Jogorku Kenesh of the

27.10.2015, 12:48
In 2020, a general population census of the EAEU is planned to be conducted.
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In 2020, a general population census of the EAEU is planned to be conducted.

Members of the Eurasian Economic Commission concluded at the meeting of the EEC Board that a population census may be conducted in 2020 in all countries of the Eurasian Economic Union. – The participants of the meeting approved the draft decision of the EEC Council on the development of an action plan for the commission to prepare for the population census in the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union in 2020, – noted the EEC press service.

26.10.2015, 11:30
The most diligent and active students of the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University were awarded Yeltsin scholarships.
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The most diligent and active students of the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University were awarded Yeltsin scholarships.

The annual ceremony for the presentation of named scholarships from the Foundation of the first President of Russia B.N. Yeltsin took place at KRSU. Certificates for scholarships were personally handed to the best 50 students of the university by the Executive Director of the Foundation, Evgeny VOLK. - You have earned this scholarship through hard work and active community engagement. This demonstrates a high level of education and culture both of the university and its students, - said Evgeny

23.10.2015, 15:09
In the center of Bishkek, they want to build two underground multi-level parking lots - at Victory Square and near the Central Department Store (TSUM).
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In the center of Bishkek, they want to build two underground multi-level parking lots - at Victory Square and near the Central Department Store (TSUM).

Bishkek City Architecture has announced plans to construct underground multi-level parking lots to address the parking issues in the center of Bishkek. The proposed construction sites are: the first one in the southern part of Victory Square, bounded by the streets Shopokova, Ogonbaeva, Ibraimova, and Victory Square. The second is planned for the northern part near the "Aichurok" TSUM on the territory of the existing mini-market.

20.10.2015, 08:33
The title translates to: "Atatürk Park should be a place of rest and tranquility for the citizens. Is this the case?"
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The title translates to: "Atatürk Park should be a place of rest and tranquility for the citizens. Is this the case?"

Once, the city of Frunze was called one of the greenest cities in the Soviet Union. However, after two and a half decades, the Kyrgyz capital has lost its reputation as a clean and well-maintained metropolis. Now, the streets of Bishkek are littered with uncollected garbage, and the park areas - the lungs of the city - are being cut down. In their place, like mushrooms after rain, apartment buildings are appearing. According to the mayor Kubanychbek Kulmatov, the situation in the

19.10.2015, 15:45
Mayor of Bishkek: "Parking a car in the center of Bishkek will cost drivers a pretty penny"
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Mayor of Bishkek: "Parking a car in the center of Bishkek will cost drivers a pretty penny"

“The price for parking will be such that Bishkek drivers will understand that it is cheaper to get to the center by public transport or taxi, rather than leaving their car there.” This was stated by the mayor of Bishkek, Kubanychbek Kulmatov. – “We have now legalized everything. We have created three rings around the capital and are developing the areas where we would like to implement the practice of collecting fees. But keep in mind: this is not to replenish the budget's revenue part,

19.10.2015, 10:36
Kyrgyzstan Youth Meets Their Idols
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Kyrgyzstan Youth Meets Their Idols

Former President of Kyrgyzstan Roza Otunbayeva, cosmonaut and hero of Kyrgyzstan and Russia Salizhan Sharipov, and modern dance performer Atai Omurzakov held "Lessons of Success" for the youth of the republic. In Bishkek, a youth meeting was held under the slogan "Lessons of Success," which gathered more than 70 boys and girls aged 14 to 16 from the Osh, Jalal-Abad, Batken, and Chui regions of Kyrgyzstan. It is worth noting that the lecturers were chosen by the participants

13.10.2015, 15:00
Kyrgyz Bikers Closed the 2015 Season
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Kyrgyz Bikers Closed the 2015 Season

Last Saturday, Bishkek was once again filled with the roar of engines. Bikers from the capital's clubs and simply enthusiasts of two-wheeled motor vehicles closed the motorcycle season of 2015. More than three hundred bikers arrived to ride through the city. There wasn't enough space for the "iron horses" at the motorcycle house "Perts" - the gathering point for motorcycle lovers - and while waiting for the start of the large column, they had to line up even on

12.10.2015, 13:50
Illegal import of fuel and lubricants from Kazakhstan reaches tens of thousands of tons.
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Illegal import of fuel and lubricants from Kazakhstan reaches tens of thousands of tons.

On October 8, this was stated by the Minister of Economy of Kyrgyzstan, Oleg Pankratov, at a press conference. According to him, the illegal supply of fuel is facilitated by the devaluation of the tenge, which makes products from the neighboring country significantly cheaper compared to prices in Kyrgyzstan. The Minister of Economy claims that if everything remains as it is, it will undoubtedly lead to a reduction in the volumes of official imports. Payments to the state budget in the form of

09.10.2015, 15:30
In the tailings storage facilities of Central Asia, there are 80 million tons of waste from uranium ore mining.
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In the tailings storage facilities of Central Asia, there are 80 million tons of waste from uranium ore mining.

Approximately 80 million tons of uranium waste are located in the tailings of some countries in the Central Asian region. This statement was made at the first coordination meeting on the implementation of the regional project "Engaging Stakeholders in Addressing Issues Related to Uranium Tailings in Central Asia," which took place on October 7 in the Kyrgyz capital. – Numerous burial sites for uranium waste and other extremely hazardous radioactive production waste are located in

09.10.2015, 14:00
Is there a real information threat to the EAEU countries?
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Is there a real information threat to the EAEU countries?

This and other questions were discussed during the round table "Information Security of the Eurasian Economic Union - a Condition for Political Stability" by security experts, political scientists, politicians, public figures, and journalists. We present the main theses from the speakers' presentations. Alykbek DZHESHKENKULOV, former Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, professor at the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University, noted that the EAEU has become a lifeline

09.10.2015, 13:20
The first children's hospice in Kyrgyzstan has opened in Bishkek.
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The first children's hospice in Kyrgyzstan has opened in Bishkek.

The first children's hospice in Kyrgyzstan was opened in Bishkek on October 6. The medical and social institution for the care of terminally ill patients was established thanks to the efforts of the public fund "Helping is Easy". – The creation of the First Children's Hospice is my initiative, – said IA the director of the fund, Dinara Aliaeva. – While working at the "Helping is Easy" fund with children suffering from cancer, I often encountered the fact that

09.10.2015, 11:25
The "Jam and Pickles" Fair Took Place in Bishkek
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The "Jam and Pickles" Fair Took Place in Bishkek

Last Saturday, residents of Bishkek and guests of the capital had the opportunity to visit an unusual fair. The "Jam and Pickles" fair was organized by an initiative group of residents from one of the districts of the capital in collaboration with the Public Foundation "Urban Initiatives" and entrepreneurs engaged in canning. The goals of the fair were to create an atmosphere of communication among people in an "offline" space and to raise funds for the

08.10.2015, 20:20
Day of Remembrance for Fallen Motorcyclists Held in Bishkek
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Day of Remembrance for Fallen Motorcyclists Held in Bishkek

Last Tuesday, September 29, Kyrgyzstan marked the Day of Remembrance for Fallen Motorcyclists. The memorial events were organized by the motorcycle bar "Peppers". Bikers around the world remember their comrades on September 18. This day serves as a reminder of all the dangers that fill the life of every motorcyclist. The motorcycle brotherhood lays flowers on the graves of fallen friends, conducts motorcycle rides, and holds memorial events that urge participants on the road to be

08.10.2015, 20:10
Expert: "Kyrgyzstan urgently needs to strengthen its southern borders"
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Expert: "Kyrgyzstan urgently needs to strengthen its southern borders"

“In light of the Taliban's activation in Afghanistan and the unstable political situation in Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan would do well to secure its southern borders,” said political scientist Denis Berdakov to IA. – Overall, the region is heating up – everyone understands this. We need to strengthen our southern borders, especially in the Batken region. There are still too many places where drug caravans and armed groups can pass through and already do. There is no money in Kyrgyzstan's

08.10.2015, 19:30
Yellow "zebras" have appeared in the capital of Kyrgyzstan.
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Yellow "zebras" have appeared in the capital of Kyrgyzstan.

On some streets of Bishkek, instead of the familiar white "zebra," yellow markings have appeared. This is a trial experiment by the city municipality aimed at reducing accidents on the roads. - Such markings are widely practiced in major cities of Europe and Russia, - explains the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office. - These crossings are visible from a distance, which attracts the driver's attention. If the new markings help reduce road traffic accidents involving

08.10.2015, 19:00
The first biker wedding was held in Bishkek.
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The first biker wedding was held in Bishkek.

Last Saturday, residents and guests of the capital witnessed an unusual spectacle. A convoy of motorcyclists with colorful ribbons on their handlebars rode through the city. Leading the column was a black-and-white bike, to which the passenger's helmet was attached a veil. This is how Bishkek hosted the first biker wedding in the republic. Aksat Seyitbekov, the chairman of the Motorcyclists' Community of Kyrgyzstan and one of the founders of the motorcycle house "Peppers,"

08.10.2015, 18:30
Dancer from Kyrgyzstan Signs Contract with Comedy Club
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Dancer from Kyrgyzstan Signs Contract with Comedy Club

A bright participant of the dance team "Well Be," Maksat Toktonaliev, has recently returned from Moscow, where he took part in the first qualifying round of the project "Dancing on TNT." Maksat has advanced to the second round and has also caught the interest of producers from "Comedy Club"! According to Maksat, he signed a contract with "Comedy Club" for 1.5 years, and he is being invited to Moscow as a dancer.

27.08.2015, 16:11
The competition "Moto Lady" for a sports motorcycle is coming to an end.
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The competition "Moto Lady" for a sports motorcycle is coming to an end.

The "Moto Lady" contest was first organized in 2014 by the social portal "Afisha VB" and the motorcycle house "Perts." The interest from female motorcycle enthusiasts was enormous. The participants' task was to take a photo next to their iron horse and gather more votes online. The main criterion for evaluation was the presence of a professional and interesting photograph with thematic attributes in the frame: biker t-shirts, leather items, chains. For those

26.08.2015, 22:22
Top 10 Highest-Paid Professions in Kyrgyzstan
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Top 10 Highest-Paid Professions in Kyrgyzstan

The list of the most lucrative professions includes accountants, sales agents, and chefs. Based on an analysis of job vacancy announcements on the largest hiring resources, a ranking of the most profitable professions in Kyrgyzstan was compiled.

22.08.2015, 00:21
In Kyrgyzstan, a game based on the national epic will be released.
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In Kyrgyzstan, a game based on the national epic will be released.

A group of Kyrgyz developers has appealed to the country's president, Almazbek Atambayev, asking for support in creating a game based on the national epic "Manas." The authors of the appeal note that currently 50% of Kyrgyz youth under 25 cannot name the heroes or the main events of the epic. They believe that a well-made video game will help fill this gap. Additionally, it can be used to tell about "Manas" to those living in other countries.

21.08.2015, 22:43
Kyrgyzstanis Invited to Ufa for the Youth Forum of BRICS and SCO Countries
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Kyrgyzstanis Invited to Ufa for the Youth Forum of BRICS and SCO Countries

The first youth forum of BRICS and SCO countries is taking place in Ufa from July 26 to 29, with youth leaders from Russia, Brazil, India, China, South Africa, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, as well as guests from South Korea attending. This was reported by the head of the Kyrgyz delegation, Zarina Nurmagambetova.

28.07.2015, 15:39
The "World Congress of Beauty" Representative Office Opens in Kyrgyzstan
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The "World Congress of Beauty" Representative Office Opens in Kyrgyzstan

The official representative office of the World Congress of Beauty is now operating in Kyrgyzstan. The studio's activities will not only include organizing beauty contests, various shows, presentations, and social events, but will also train models, dancers, announcers, TV hosts, and speakers. Additionally, a beauty salon of the congress "WBC KG" will operate for those who wish to change their image and style.

06.06.2015, 15:04
Six-time Judo Champion of Kyrgyzstan Seeks Sponsors for Trip to Hungary
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Six-time Judo Champion of Kyrgyzstan Seeks Sponsors for Trip to Hungary

International class sports master in judo Meerim Momunova has received an invitation to participate in the ranking Grand Prix in judo, which will take place from June 12 to 14 in the capital of Hungary – Budapest. The trip is part of the preparation for the upcoming Olympic Games in 2016 and the World Judo Championship, which will be held at the end of August in Astana.

19.05.2015, 15:24
Refined Data on the Number of Mobilized Citizens of Kyrgyzstan at the Front During the Great Patriotic War
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Refined Data on the Number of Mobilized Citizens of Kyrgyzstan at the Front During the Great Patriotic War

In accordance with the instruction of the Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Temir Sariyev, the Department of Defense, Law Enforcement, and Emergency Situations of the Government Office of the Kyrgyz Republic, in cooperation with the Ministry of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic, clarified the data on participants of the Great Patriotic War who were called up from the Kyrgyz Republic.

09.05.2015, 15:48
The airline steward became Mr. Kyrgyzstan.
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The airline steward became Mr. Kyrgyzstan.

At the Koyomkul Sports Palace, the most handsome guy in the country was chosen. The "Mr. Kyrgyzstan 2015" contest took place there. 36 participants competed for the title of the best. In the first round, the guys had to approach the microphone and take turns introducing themselves.

05.05.2015, 13:45