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The USA plans to check social media of tourists from allied countries

According to a report by BBC News, the authorities of the United States of America intend to implement social media checks for tourists arriving from allied countries. This requirement will apply to citizens of those countries that have the opportunity to visit the USA by filling out a simple online ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) application form and receiving approval.

11.12.2025, 20:13
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In Tyup, inspectors helped tourists from Thailand

In the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Ken-Suu, local police officers provided support to a group of tourists from Thailand. They found themselves in a difficult situation due to heavy snowfall and were unable to find their way. When the tourists realized they could not continue their journey, they sought help from the traffic police inspectors. The inspectors quickly transported them to a safe location and then accommodated them in one of the hotels in Karakol, where

11.12.2025, 20:04
The USA has launched the Trump Gold Card program for expedited residency for $1 million
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The USA has launched the Trump Gold Card program for expedited residency for $1 million

The website for obtaining the "golden card" was launched by the White House of the USA, as announced by Donald Trump on his account on the social network TruthSocial. In his publication, Trump noted: "Now we have the 'Trump Golden Card' from the US government! This is a direct path to citizenship for all qualified and vetted candidates. It's wonderful!" He also added an image of the card, which features his portrait, the Statue of Liberty, a bald eagle, and

11.12.2025, 20:01
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Donald Trump stated that the US is accepting too many migrants from "hellholes"

At a meeting with his supporters in Pennsylvania on December 9, Donald Trump expressed the opinion that the United States is too actively accepting people from countries he describes as dysfunctional. This was reported by AP News. The U.S. President noted that he proposed to introduce a permanent ban on immigration from so-called "hellholes," including Afghanistan, Haiti, and Somalia. These words elicited applause from those present at the event.

11.12.2025, 19:56
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The director of the National Theater "Manas," Nurbek Talantbekov, has been temporarily suspended from his position.

The National Theater "Manas" is temporarily without its director Nurbek Talantbekov, who has been suspended from his duties until the current investigation is completed. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Information about the conflict that arose among the manaschy at the Kyrgyz National Theater "Manas" appeared on social media on December 9.

11.12.2025, 19:51
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A new treatment facility was opened in the city of Manas, and discussions about expanding the vehicle fleet have begun.

In Manas, there are plans to purchase an additional 50 buses to improve public transportation. Kubanych Imanaliev, the vice-mayor of Manas, reported that with the support of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, the construction of a wastewater treatment complex in the city has been completed. During discussions with bank representatives, local authorities proposed several initiatives for further cooperation, among which was the need to update the bus fleet.

11.12.2025, 19:48
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The director of the "Manas" theater has been temporarily suspended from his position.

The director of the Kyrgyz National Theater "Manas" has been temporarily suspended from his position. This information was confirmed by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. On December 9, information about a conflict among the theater staff appeared on social media. In connection with this, the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy has created a special commission to assess the situation on the ground.

11.12.2025, 19:07
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An exhibition dedicated to the 90th anniversary of the Gapar Aitiev Museum opens in Bishkek

On December 12, the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev will host the opening of an exhibition dedicated to the 90th anniversary of the institution. According to information provided by the museum's press service, the KNMFA has transformed over its nine decades into a multi-layered space that combines the functions of a repository of artistic values and a venue for educational events, dialogue, and self-reflection.

11.12.2025, 19:01
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Increase in ARVI: Hospitals have been allocated an additional 200 beds and mobile points have been opened

In Kyrgyzstan, there is a rise in the incidence of acute respiratory viral infections and seasonal influenza. In response to the situation, the Ministry of Health has decided to deploy an additional 200 beds in the Republican Clinical Infectious Disease Hospital and the National Center for Maternal and Child Health. Additionally, the City Children's Clinical Emergency Hospital has switched to an enhanced work mode. To ensure round-the-clock medical assistance for children, 10 pediatricians

11.12.2025, 18:29
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The documentary film festival on human rights will take place in Bishkek

From December 12 to 16, Bishkek will host the XIX International Documentary Film Festival dedicated to human rights, under the motto "Resilience in Times of Crisis." This became known thanks to the public association "Bir Duyno Kyrgyzstan." As part of the festival, 22 documentary films from various countries will be presented, including those from the CIS, the USA, Germany, and New Zealand.

11.12.2025, 18:27
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In Bishkek, a new edition of the literary anthology of young authors was presented

On December 11 in Bishkek, in honor of the National Day of Literature, the State Fund for Intellectual Property under the Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovations organized a presentation of the new issue of the young authors' almanac "Saamalik-18," which also coincided with the 25th anniversary of the "Saamalik" project. According to the press service of the Ministry of Science, the event was attended by Deputy Minister Kemel Sadykov.

11.12.2025, 18:00
Illegal Hunting Incidents Prevented in the Jayil District
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Illegal Hunting Incidents Prevented in the Jayil District

On December 10, a raid organized by the Chui Regional Administration in cooperation with the NABU organization took place in the Jaiyl district, aimed at preventing illegal hunting incidents. According to information from the Ministry of Natural Resources, the following violations were recorded as a result of this operation:

11.12.2025, 17:31
The State Committee for National Security, the National Academy of Sciences, and universities of the Kyrgyz Republic discussed the use of AI for information protection.
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The State Committee for National Security, the National Academy of Sciences, and universities of the Kyrgyz Republic discussed the use of AI for information protection.

A round table was held at the GKNB Academy named after A.K. Bakaev, where issues related to the use of artificial intelligence and information technologies in the field of information security were discussed. According to the press service of the state committee, representatives from various government agencies, scientific and educational institutions participated in the meeting, including the National Academy of Sciences, the National Commission on Language Policy, the National Institute for

11.12.2025, 17:21
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The President's Plenipotentiary was outraged by the unpreparedness of the head of the Tokmok COVP.

The Plenipotentiary Representative of the President in the Chui Region, Azamat Osmonov, conducted a working trip to the Center for General Medical Practice (CGMP) in Tokmok, where he familiarized himself with the conditions under which primary medical care is provided to the local population. According to the press service of the representative office, while inspecting the center, Osmonov expressed dissatisfaction with the condition of the building, which is outdated and requires major

11.12.2025, 17:15
Energy Bridge Between Asia and Europe: Ministers of the OTG Set New Priorities
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Energy Bridge Between Asia and Europe: Ministers of the OTG Set New Priorities

The V meeting of the energy ministers of the member and observer states of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) took place in Istanbul. This important event was attended by high-ranking representatives of energy ministries and the Secretary General of the OTS, Kubanychbek Omuraliev. During the meeting, the significance of the energy potential of the Turkic world was emphasized, both in terms of traditional and renewable energy sources. The unique geographical location of the region makes it

11.12.2025, 17:05
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An International Documentary Film Festival on Human Rights Will Take Place in Bishkek

From December 12 to 16, 2025, the XIX International Festival of Documentary Films on Human Rights "Bir Duyno - Kyrgyzstan - 2025" will take place in Bishkek. This was announced by the organization itself. The festival traditionally serves as an open platform for discussing documentary truth and promoting human rights, bringing together filmmakers, human rights defenders, experts, cultural figures, and representatives of civil society from Kyrgyzstan and other countries. In 2025, it

11.12.2025, 16:46
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The first issue has already been released. Turkmenistan is ready to share its experience on the 12-year plan.

Recently, during the international conference "The Role of Women in Modern Society: Developing International Cooperation to Achieve the Sustainable Development Goals," Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan discussed issues related to 12-year school education, as reported by the Ministry of Education. As part of the event, a meeting took place between Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, the Minister of Education of Kyrgyzstan, and Bayramgul Orazdurdiyeva, Deputy Chair of the Cabinet of Ministers of

11.12.2025, 16:42
Ramiz Aliyev: There Are Enough Buses in Bishkek
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Ramiz Aliyev: There Are Enough Buses in Bishkek

The vice-mayor noted that problems with overcrowding are observed only during peak hours At a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek city council on municipal property, urban planning, and architecture, Vice Mayor Ramiz Aliyev stated that there are enough buses in the capital.

11.12.2025, 16:37
Residents ask the Bishkek city hall to add buses to the routes
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Residents ask the Bishkek city hall to add buses to the routes

The lack of transportation is becoming a serious problem for the residents Public representatives of Bishkek have appealed to the mayor's office with a request to improve the operation of buses that run along Yunusalieva Street and head to the city center from the neighborhoods. They contacted Vesti.kg , hoping that the authorities would take their opinion into account.

11.12.2025, 16:29
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A large predator was photographed in the Kochkor mountains

In the Naryn region, in the Kochkor district, a footprint of a predatory animal was recorded, the size of which is comparable to a human hand. Hunter Temirbek Kydyrbaev told Turmush that the photograph of the footprint was taken at the wintering site of Chilik, in the Ak-Tash area, near the village of Sary-Bulak. "Male wolves of such size are extremely rare. In all my hunting practice, I have not encountered such individuals. We learned that in the Sary-Bulak area, wolves have started to

11.12.2025, 16:21
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In the At-Bashinsky District, the construction of a new kindergarten has been completed

In the At-Bashinsky district, in the village of Bash-Kayindy, the construction of a new kindergarten has been successfully completed. According to information provided by the Ministry of Construction, the project was financed from the republican budget, and the work began in 2022. The kindergarten, designed for 120 places, is a two-story building with a total area of 585 square meters. It is important to note that this institution has been built in accordance with modern standards, providing

11.12.2025, 16:06
A New Department Has Been Established in the Structure of the Ministry of Construction
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A New Department Has Been Established in the Structure of the Ministry of Construction

The Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaev, familiarized himself with the work of the new Department of Engineering Surveys, which was established within the ministry. He visited a building that underwent major repairs, where the department director, Bolot Cholponbaev, presented a report on the completed works. According to the department's information, Oruntaev emphasized that engineering surveys are crucial for the development of the

11.12.2025, 16:00
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Ready for the "grand opening" of the stop. But not everyone shares the joy.

A video is actively being discussed on social media, showing preparations for the "grand opening" of a new public transport stop at the "Dordoy" market in Bishkek. It has been decorated with balloons and ribbons, which has sparked lively reactions from users. However, the video also demonstrates that in close proximity to the stop, there are broken roads, deep puddles, and mud, while the access roads are in a state of disrepair. Commentators emphasize that reaching the stop

11.12.2025, 15:42
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Cars unprepared for winter cause traffic jams on mountain roads

Problems with traffic jams on the mountain routes of the country are largely related to the fact that vehicles are not prepared for winter conditions. This was reported on the air of "Birinchi Radio" by Narmanbet Myktyraliev, the chief specialist of the state enterprise "Kyrgyzavtozhol-North". He noted that many truck drivers do not take the necessary measures to prepare for the winter season, including changing tires and having anti-skid chains. This leads to traffic jams

11.12.2025, 15:22