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Touching Art. A Tactile Corner for the Visually Impaired Has Appeared in the Art Museum
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Touching Art. A Tactile Corner for the Visually Impaired Has Appeared in the Art Museum

Photo 24.kg A new tactile corner has been opened at the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. The exhibition features 14 objects, including paintings, sculptures, and decorative-applied art products. The created tactile corner allows visitors not only to see but also to feel art by touch. This project aims to integrate people with visual impairments into cultural and social life.

08.11.2025, 12:47
A cultural center will be built on the site of the Chatyr-Kul cinema.
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A cultural center will be built on the site of the Chatyr-Kul cinema.

According to information provided by the press service of the Bishkek city administration, the city authorities plan to transform the building of the former 'Chatyr-Kul' cinema into a new cultural center. At the moment, the draft resolution regarding the transfer of the building, which is under the control of the Ministry of Culture, has already been sent for approval to the Cabinet of Ministers.

08.11.2025, 12:38
Samurais for Survival, AI, and Witches: A Review of Next Week's Series Premieres
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Samurais for Survival, AI, and Witches: A Review of Next Week's Series Premieres

Frame from the series "The Beast Within" starring Claire Danes Next week, from November 10 to 16, viewers can expect a plethora of new series and continuations. A thriller about neighborly secrets titled "The Beast Within" and a historical action film about samurai will air. Also among the premieres are the mystical comedy "Khimki Witches," the crime drama "The Cash-Out," and a comedy about a police officer interacting with artificial intelligence,

08.11.2025, 12:32
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In the Nookat District, violators of hunting regulations have been fined

On November 6, inspectors from the Osh Regional Department of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service, together with a ranger from the Biodiversity Department and representatives of the "Bars" group from NABU, conducted raids. This was reported by the Ministry of Ecology. During the inspection in the Chyli-Sai area, four individuals were detained for violating hunting regulations. Based on Article 263 of the Code of the KR on Offenses, they were fined between 12,500 and

08.11.2025, 12:22
Abdykadir Orozbekov. The Serf Who Ruled the Country for 12 Years
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Abdykadir Orozbekov. The Serf Who Ruled the Country for 12 Years

Photo from the personal archive of Abdykadir Orozbekov In 2024, the president signed a decree that awarded the title of "Founding Fathers of Modern Kyrgyz Statehood" to five outstanding individuals, among whom were Abdykadir Orozbekov, Imanalay Aydarbekov, Abdykerim Sydykov, Jusup Abdrakhmanov, and Ishenaly Arabayev. Sadyr Japarov also emphasized the importance of holding events in their honor, stressing that every citizen should honor their memory as a sacred duty.

08.11.2025, 11:56
Touching Art. A Tactile Corner for the Visually Impaired Has Appeared in the Art Museum
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Touching Art. A Tactile Corner for the Visually Impaired Has Appeared in the Art Museum

Photo 24.kg The opening of a new tactile space took place at the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. This space includes 14 exhibits, among which are paintings, sculptures, and applied art objects. The tactile corner provides a unique opportunity not only to see but also to feel works of art through tactile sensations. This project aims to integrate people with visual impairments into cultural and social life.

08.11.2025, 11:41
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In Bishkek, 27 cars parked at bus stops were towed.

The raid was organized by the municipal enterprise "City Road Transport Infrastructure" at the request of the mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev. The main goal of the event was to ensure the free movement of public transport and compliance with traffic rules. As a result of the inspection, 27 vehicles that violated parking rules and were parked at bus stops were identified and evacuated.

08.11.2025, 11:18
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan is trying to bring back a citizen detained in Iran.

Information has emerged about the detention of a citizen of Kyrgyzstan, D.A.B., born in 1987, who was working in a beauty salon in Iraq. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the country has confirmed this information. The Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Kuwait is actively engaging with the relatives of the detainee and other interested parties. Currently, negotiations are underway regarding the possibility of her return to her homeland.

08.11.2025, 11:12
In Batken, land plots have been returned to state ownership.
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In Batken, land plots have been returned to state ownership.

In Batken, land plots with a total area of 1.5 hectares located in the city, as well as 5 hectares in the village of Kyshtut in the Batken district, have been returned to state ownership. These plots were previously privatized by the head of the "Bolot" farm. According to the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), a plot of land measuring 2 hectares located near the "Kyzyl-Bel-automobile" checkpoint has also been returned to state ownership.

08.11.2025, 10:57
A Huge Wind Turbine is Being Built in Bishkek
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A Huge Wind Turbine is Being Built in Bishkek

This installation significantly exceeds the size of the one located at Issyk-Kul Work is underway in Bishkek to create a large wind turbine. A recording of the installation process was published on social media by the blogger rashid.braun.

08.11.2025, 10:42
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The USA Strengthens Trade and Economic Ties with Kyrgyzstan

On November 6, U.S. President Donald Trump held a meeting at the White House with the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov. The main topic of discussion was ways to further strengthen and develop bilateral relations, as reported by the U.S. State Department. This week, the U.S. also announced the conclusion of several commercial agreements between American and Kyrgyz firms. These agreements are expected to bring significant export revenues in the billions of dollars for the U.S. and create

08.11.2025, 10:17
In Kyrgyzstan, a new monument has been erected at the grave of a Hero of the Soviet Union
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In Kyrgyzstan, a new monument has been erected at the grave of a Hero of the Soviet Union

A new monument has been erected at the grave of Pyotr Sidorov, a Hero of the Soviet Union, in Kyrgyzstan. The funding for this project was provided by the deputies of the Sasovo District Duma from the Ryazan region of Russia, who gathered the necessary funds together. Photo by the Press Publishing House. A new monument has been erected at the grave of the Hero of the Soviet Union Pyotr Sidorov in Kyrgyzstan

08.11.2025, 10:13
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The river revealed a secret: An unusual knife found in Kara-Balta

An old knife of unusual shape was found by tourists in the Kara-Balta River, reports Turmush correspondent. According to one of the tourists, Vladimir Lushchenko, the water level in the river has significantly decreased in the autumn. The summer was particularly hot and dry, and in some places, the riverbed became visible. “We were looking for beautiful stones when we stumbled upon a knife lying between two stones. It may have been dropped by someone into the river and carried away by the

08.11.2025, 09:13
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A linocut master class will be held in the city of Osh

On November 28, a master class dedicated to linocut will take place in Osh, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Participants will be able to immerse themselves in the history of graphic art in Kyrgyzstan, get acquainted with key figures in this field, and study the technique of engraving on linoleum and the process of creating prints.

08.11.2025, 08:52
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The Central Election Commission registered 467 candidates for parliament deputies.

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums of Kyrgyzstan has completed the registration procedure for candidates for the upcoming parliamentary elections, resulting in the registration of 467 candidates. The largest number of candidates is represented in district No. 19 (Sokuluk) — 25 people, followed by district No. 27 (Cholpon-Ata) with 24 candidates. Districts No. 8 (Gulcho) and No. 9 (Uzgen) share third place, each registering 21 candidates.

08.11.2025, 08:38
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Lieutenant General Kalynur Usenbekov refused 1 million and took the prize on Yakubovich's TV game show

The year 2021 became significant as it marked the 100th anniversary of the birth of Hero of the Soviet Union, Lieutenant General Kalynur Usenbekov. His grandson, Belek Usenbekov, published archival video footage where Kalynur Usenbekov can be seen. He recounted that on May 6, 1994, during the celebration of the 49th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, his grandfather participated in the famous television game show "Field of Miracles" on one of the central Russian TV

07.11.2025, 22:59
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Doctors from Kyrgyzstan are being trained in China in modern methods of endoscopic surgery

In Changsha, China, a two-week training program on endoscopic surgery is being held for doctors from the National Hospital of Kyrgyzstan. This has been made possible by the initiative of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic. The delegation includes four doctors and the head of the department of surgical gastroenterology and endocrinology, who is responsible for coordinating the participation of the Kyrgyz side in the program.

07.11.2025, 22:57
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The European Commission has banned the issuance of multiple Schengen visas to Russians

The European Commission has stated that citizens of Russia will no longer be able to obtain multiple Schengen visas. This new measure will require Russians to submit a new visa application for each trip to EU countries, ensuring a more thorough and regular review of all applications, as reported in the official statement. According to information published earlier in Politico, the European Union plans to tighten visa policy for Russians, which will effectively lead to the cessation of issuing

07.11.2025, 22:54
In Latvia, protests against the country's withdrawal from the convention on the protection of women from violence
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In Latvia, protests against the country's withdrawal from the convention on the protection of women from violence

Last weekend, about 10,000 people gathered in Riga to protest Latvia's decision to withdraw from the Istanbul Convention aimed at protecting women from violence, reports Meduza. The protesters chanted various slogans, among which stood out "Do everything you can — the convention must win!" and "By copying Russia, you are not protecting Latvia!". The slogan "Betrayal!" was particularly prominent, becoming one of the most popular.

07.11.2025, 22:51
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Close the windows and turn on the air purifiers. The air quality in Bishkek is hazardous to health.

On the evening of November 7, the air pollution level in Bishkek was assessed as harmful. This data was obtained from the World Air Quality project. As of 21:00 on November 23, the city has a status of "Harmful," indicating a high level of pollution that poses a health risk. Under such conditions, it is recommended to minimize outdoor physical activity, use air purifiers indoors, keep windows closed, and wear masks when going outside.

07.11.2025, 22:24
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Elon Musk to Receive an Award of Nearly $1 Trillion. Tesla Investors Approved the Payout

At the Tesla shareholders' meeting, a decision was made to grant Elon Musk a compensation package worth nearly $1 trillion, which was voted on by 75% of shareholders. This payment will become the largest in the history of company leadership in the United States, as reported by Meduza citing Bloomberg. To receive this amount, Musk must meet certain conditions over the next 10 years. He needs to increase Tesla's market capitalization from the current $1.4 trillion to $8.5 trillion, as

07.11.2025, 22:14
"Vibecoding" has been named Word of the Year by the Collins Dictionary
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"Vibecoding" has been named Word of the Year by the Collins Dictionary

The term “vibe coding” has been recognized as the word of the year according to the Collins dictionary. This concept describes a new style of programming where developers articulate tasks and expected outcomes, while the majority of the code is generated using artificial intelligence. Photo by Collins

07.11.2025, 19:50
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""We Don't Need Such Favors". Kamchybek Tashiev Warned Mayors and Akims"

At a meeting with the residents of Balykchy, held on November 6, the head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, made a statement regarding akims, mayors, and presidential representatives in the regions. He emphasized: "Each of you will be held accountable if you do not show results in your area of work. I say this directly: everyone will be responsible. Akims are obliged to create conditions for improving the quality of life for the residents of their districts."

07.11.2025, 19:17
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The Collins Dictionary has chosen the word of the year 2025.

The word of the year according to Collins Dictionary is "vibe coding" (Eng. vibe coding). This term refers to creating websites or applications using artificial intelligence without the need to write code, based on well-structured prompts. What is meant by vibe coding?The idea of vibe coding belongs to Slovak-Canadian scientist Andrej Karpathy, who is a co-founder of OpenAI and previously served as the director of artificial intelligence at Tesla. Earlier this year, he shared on

07.11.2025, 19:15
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"Where are those who called themselves black?" Tashiev announced the end of the era of organized crime groups in Kyrgyzstan

At a recent meeting with the residents of Balykchy, Kamchybek Tashiev summarized the results of the fight against organized crime in Kyrgyzstan. He noted that organized crime, which had spread across all regions of the country, was the main obstacle to its development. Tashiev emphasized: "These structures had effectively become a second power; they had a well-established system." According to him, the work done to eliminate organized criminal groups has borne fruit, and it can now be

07.11.2025, 19:11
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The Kyrgyz Republic elected to the UNESCO Executive Board for 2025-2029

At the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference held in Samarkand, the Kyrgyz Republic was elected to the Executive Board of this organization for the term from 2025 to 2029. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. The UNESCO Executive Board plays an important role as a governing body responsible for preparing the work of the General Conference and implementing its decisions, as well as for developing the strategic and programmatic

07.11.2025, 19:04
A powerful magnetic storm will hit Earth
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A powerful magnetic storm will hit Earth

According to information provided by the Solar Astronomy Laboratory of the Space Research Institute (IKI) of the Russian Academy of Sciences, a powerful magnetic storm is expected on November 7, which will be the strongest of this year. On this day, Earth will encounter a large coronal hole, which will be accompanied by the arrival of two plasma clouds. These clouds resulted from significant solar flares recorded two days ago. Scientists have designated November 7 as the day with the most

07.11.2025, 18:43
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The Foreign Ministry redirected the question of a possible entry ban for deputies into Russia to the Border Guard Service.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic commented on rumors regarding a ban on entry into Russia for three deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. The agency did not confirm this information and pointed out the lack of authority to maintain such data. “The Consular Department of the MFA of the KR is responsible for processing visas and permits for foreign citizens. For information on entry and exit rules, we recommend contacting the Border Service of the GKNB,” the ministry noted.

07.11.2025, 18:34
Doctors from the National Hospital are training in endoscopic surgery in China
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Doctors from the National Hospital are training in endoscopic surgery in China

Doctors from Kyrgyzstan are undergoing training in modern endoscopic surgery methods in China, reports the press service of the Ministry of Health. According to the information, as part of international cooperation in the field of medicine, a delegation from the National Hospital has begun a two-week training program at a clinic located in the city of Changsha.

07.11.2025, 18:32
Bishkek Electric Networks Clarified the Situation with Power Outages in the House in the "Djal" Microdistrict
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Bishkek Electric Networks Clarified the Situation with Power Outages in the House in the "Djal" Microdistrict

The Bishkek Electric Networks enterprise, part of OJSC "NESC," has provided an official explanation regarding the temporary power outage at the address 81 Masalieva Street. It has been reported that the outage occurred at the end of August this year due to accumulated debt for electricity, which amounted to about 3 million soms. The residents of this building moved in without the necessary documentation.

07.11.2025, 18:08
The Naryn-Oruk-Tam highway is temporarily closed until April 15.
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The Naryn-Oruk-Tam highway is temporarily closed until April 15.

From November 7, 2025, until April 15, 2026, the section of the Naryn–Oruktam road located between kilometers 50 and 75 will be closed to traffic. According to a press release from the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, this decision was made based on the directive of the head of the Naryn District State Administration. The reason for this closure is the deteriorating weather conditions and the increased threat of avalanches, which jeopardizes road safety.

07.11.2025, 18:00
Kyrgyzstan and the IFC Discussed Cooperation Priorities
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Kyrgyzstan and the IFC Discussed Cooperation Priorities

On November 6, a meeting took place in Bishkek between the First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Asein Isaev, and the head of the delegation of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), Seval Guzelkilinch. According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, the discussion focused on key areas of bilateral cooperation, as well as project activities carried out by the IFRC in the country.

07.11.2025, 17:29
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In Kyrgyzstan, about 2,500 deaths per year are related to alcohol

According to the Ministry of Health, alcohol is a catalyst for more than 200 different diseases and conditions, including liver cirrhosis, cancer, cardiovascular and mental disorders. It ranks among the top risk factors contributing to non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Statistics show that over 80% of all deaths in Kyrgyzstan are related to NCDs, and alcohol is directly responsible for nearly one in ten of these tragedies.

07.11.2025, 17:28
In Talas, a store was fined for operating without the necessary permits
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In Talas, a store was fined for operating without the necessary permits

In Talas, a fine was imposed on a store that operated without the necessary permits. This information was announced by representatives of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the ministry's data, the inspection revealed that the store, located at K. Nurjanov Street, 48/2, was conducting its activities without the appropriate architectural documents.

07.11.2025, 17:25