This year, the voting results were made possible by the participation of 469 philologists representing 23 organizations across Russia. They chose the word of the year from a proposed shortlist that included 12 candidates. According to Meduza, the word "zoomer" received 42% of the votes. Among the most popular terms were also "burnout" (38%), "red flag" (37%), and "prompt" (36%).
Today, December 11, an incident involving a fire occurred in one of the high-rise buildings in Bishkek. According to information provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the fire broke out in a residential building located in the "Archa-Beshik" area.
A resident of the capital contacted the Kaktus.media Call Center. She noted that after the completion of the road reconstruction to the village of Jal, new problems have arisen that complicate life for both passengers and drivers. According to her, the roadway at the roundabout has been fenced off with curbs, even in places where bus stops are located. As a result, there is no stopping pocket, which forces public transport to stop on the roadway, creating traffic jams behind it.
According to the information from the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, law enforcement officers have detained the suspects in this crime. The victim, born in 2005, named N. A., reported to the police about how he met a user who posed as a girl. She suggested they meet near one of the sports complexes. When the young man arrived for the meeting, he was met by two men who, threatening him with violence, took his mobile phone, an iPhone 11 Pro Max, and his wristwatch, after which
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.
The Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration has confirmed the production calendar for 2026. According to the Labor Code, the non-working public holidays will be as follows:
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
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
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.
Today, December 11, the mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, conducted an inspection of the ongoing construction work on the underground pedestrian crossing on Ch. Aitmatov Avenue.
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.
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.
Today, December 11, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev familiarized himself with the conditions of passenger service at the temporary Western bus station.
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.
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.
The Ministry of Labor of the Kyrgyz Republic has published the production calendar for 2026, which includes the official schedule of weekends and holidays. According to this document, the New Year holidays will last from January 1 to January 7, providing citizens with a full seven days for rest.
The new rules will come into effect on September 1, 2025
At Lake Issyk-Kul, white swans winter. The regional police provided a video capturing white swans along the shoreline of Lake Issyk-Kul.
The republic plans to implement modern technologies to protect against cyber threats
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
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.
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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.
The Sverdlovsk District Court previously sentenced the human rights activist to 5 years of probation Human rights activist Gulshaiyr Abdirasulova reported on social media that the Bishkek City Court upheld the decision of the Sverdlovsk District Court regarding activist Rita Karasartova.
One of the main causes of fires in winter is the overload of electrical appliances, which leads to short circuits and overheating; Improper use of heating devices, such as drying clothes on radiators, and placing heaters near flammable items can also be dangerous;
The service called for data verification The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic has begun the process of automated property tax assessments. In this regard, citizens are strongly advised to check their data, as reported by the service.
Everyone is invited to the celebration
The Russian Drama Theater named after Chyngyz Aitmatov has announced its repertoire for January. On January 4 at 11:00, a New Year's performance will kick off with Ded Moroz and Snegurochka, as well as the premiere of the Russian folk tale "The Flying Ship";
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:
At the exhibition in the Grand Palais museum in Paris, models of six new stained glass windows for the Notre-Dame Cathedral were presented. Each of them measures 7 meters in height and 4 meters in width, allowing for an appreciation of their real scale according to the organizers.
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
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
As part of the celebration on December 3, which is observed as the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the rural administration of Shumkar-Uya, located in the Talas region, organized a charity event for residents with disabilities. During the event, sweets were distributed to 85 children with disabilities under the age of 18.
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
Individuals claiming to be law enforcement officers detained him near his home
They aim to create a small celebration for new mothers In Russia, an initiative has begun where bloggers and activists greet single mothers with newborns in various cities after their discharge from the maternity hospital.
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
The state flag was temporarily lowered at Ala-Too Square in Bishkek due to strong gusts of wind. According to information from the duty services, the sharp wind currents posed a danger to the flagpole and the flag itself, which led to the decision to lower the flag to a safe level.
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
Information provided by the Ministry of Transport and Communications
Starting from December 12, the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev is hosting a new exhibition of applied arts titled "Uya. From Nomadic Traditions to 21st Century Modernism." According to museum staff, the exhibition consists of two main sections.
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.
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.
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
The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration has approved the holiday calendar for 2026, which includes numerous state, non-working, and pre-holiday days for the citizens of Kyrgyzstan. Among the state holidays celebrated in 2026:
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
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
Former mayor shared his opinion on the construction of Old Bishkek Active construction work is underway at the Old Bishkek site. This was stated by former mayor Nariman Tyuleev, commenting on the current progress in the center of Bishkek.