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Frosts Expected Again in Bishkek. Decrease in Air Temperature
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Frosts Expected Again in Bishkek. Decrease in Air Temperature

As meteorologists have already reported, a storm warning has been issued in Kyrgyzstan: unstable weather is expected from December 16 to 19. Decrease in air temperature is expected: in the Chui and Talas valleys and in the Issyk-Kul basin at night down to -5…-10°, during the day down to -2…+3°; in the valley zone of Osh, Jalal-Abad, and Batken regions at night down to 0…-5°, during the day down to 1…6°, in the foothill areas at night down to -3…-8°, during the day down to -3…+2°; in the

13.12.2018, 13:27
Dwelling in the Mountains
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Dwelling in the Mountains

An elderly man settled in a cave in the Jalal-Abad region of Kyrgyzstan. As 68-year-old Tolon Mamyrasulov recounted, he moved here in 1995 with his family. Over the years, he and his wife raised five children, four of whom now live in the city. "I was paralyzed. One day I dreamed of this mountain with a cave, and I moved here. Here I was able to heal," Mamyrasulov said.

26.10.2018, 23:52
Longevity of the City of Osh
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Longevity of the City of Osh

S. Tashtanbekova has a great-great-grandson In the village of Kenesh, in the Japalak rural district of the city of Osh, lives Salamat Tashtanbekova, who is 103 years old. Another centenarian in the village is 97-year-old Kimsan Isabaeva. As part of the declared month "Attention and Care for the Elderly" in honor of International Day of Older Persons, events are being held in the city of Osh to provide assistance and support to the elderly.

13.10.2018, 22:28
"Russian Gazette" has brought together schools from Gatchina and Kyrgyzstan
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"Russian Gazette" has brought together schools from Gatchina and Kyrgyzstan

The meeting of students and teachers from Gatchina was held at the highest level. Colleagues from Gatchina have long been patrons of the Naryn Gymnasium in Bishkek (Kyrgyzstan). It received the name Chkalov not by chance: in 1937, after the legendary pilot made his unique non-stop flight to the USA, this name was assigned to the newly opened school in the mountainous area. Now it is one of the most prestigious in the republic. Teaching here is conducted in Russian. Among the graduates of the

09.10.2018, 23:30
A Taraskan from Naryn Makes Toys for Children from Paper and Plastic Bottles
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A Taraskan from Naryn Makes Toys for Children from Paper and Plastic Bottles

30-year-old Taraskan has been working at the kindergarten "Cheburashka" for 5 years. “My mother is a teacher, so I decided to follow in her footsteps and enrolled in Naryn State University. I started my career at the school in the village of Kochkor. Since 2013, I have been working in a preschool institution. I enjoy working with children. I make various toys for them from plastic bottles and paper. Together with my colleagues, we create visual aids for the children. The kindergarten

05.10.2018, 21:45
A Young Kyrgyz Woman Sang in a Bra. Now She Is Being Threatened with Violence.
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A Young Kyrgyz Woman Sang in a Bra. Now She Is Being Threatened with Violence.

Zere's First Song. The music video of a young Kyrgyz woman, in which she appears in a blazer thrown over lace lingerie, has sparked discussions on social media about the right of Kyrgyz women to self-expression. In the song "Kyz" (girl), 19-year-old Zere Asylbek sings about how no one should tell girls and women how to behave and what to wear. Alongside her in the video are girls in various outfits—from hijabs and traditional Kyrgyz dresses to swimsuits.

20.09.2018, 20:43
Return to the Homeland after Fourteen Years of Wandering
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Return to the Homeland after Fourteen Years of Wandering

A citizen of Kyrgyzstan missing for 14 years found in Russia In Samara, a citizen of Kyrgyzstan, Kusan Sharipov, who had been listed as missing for 14 years, was found. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the republic, in 2002 the man left for work. In a conversation with the relatives of the missing person, the police learned that he had gone to the Samara region with his twin brother. After a while, their younger brother followed them.

28.07.2018, 17:00
Victory Day: We Remember, We Are Proud
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Victory Day: We Remember, We Are Proud

Is Anyone Forgotten? There are just a few days left until Victory Day. The amount collected to congratulate veterans as part of the “I remember, I am proud” campaign is still not complete. We are still short by one hundred thousand soms! Over the past week, only about fifty thousand soms have been raised. And this is terrible! Because there is no greater shame than giving war heroes “purely symbolic” gifts. After all, they remember that in all previous years we came with full bags of groceries

06.05.2018, 14:45
Victory Day May 9, 2018 in Kyrgyzstan: Event Plan, Full Program
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Victory Day May 9, 2018 in Kyrgyzstan: Event Plan, Full Program

Festive events will take place in Bishkek in honor of Victory Day In anticipation of the holiday, 20 banners will be placed on the central streets of the capital in honor of Victory Day – May 9, reports the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office. The main festive event will take place on May 9 at 10:00 on Victory Square and will consist of three blocks: a mourning rally with the laying of a wreath at the Eternal Flame, a march of the Armed Forces of the Kyrgyz Republic, and a

06.05.2018, 14:14
What to do and where to turn if you are attacked by a stray or feral dog?
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What to do and where to turn if you are attacked by a stray or feral dog?

How to act if bitten or scratched A person usually loses the ability to think critically when in shock from being suddenly bitten on the finger by a squirrel in the park, attacked and bitten on the leg by a rat in a private house, unexpectedly scratched to the blood by a cat, or simply when a stray dog suddenly decides to taste him by attacking without warning... How should a person who has been bitten or scratched act to prevent the spread of rabies, which is carried by both wild and

27.04.2018, 16:11
In Bishkek, they talked about a specialized pedestrian crossing (video)
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In Bishkek, they talked about a specialized pedestrian crossing (video)

Presentation of the "Taza Koom" Program On April 12, during the presentation of the "Taza Koom" program at the state residence "Ala Archa," information was provided about a specialized pedestrian crossing. The presentation noted that traffic accidents often occur on multi-lane roads because drivers in the first lane stop to let pedestrians cross, while vehicles in the second and third lanes continue to move.

12.04.2018, 19:32
Unusual "zebras" have appeared in Balakchy
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Unusual "zebras" have appeared in Balakchy

Programs "Zharik Shaar" Illuminated pedestrian crossings have appeared in Balakchy, reported the press service of the city mayor's office. According to them, three illuminated crossings have been installed so far.

27.03.2018, 15:50
Attention! The public transport route in Bishkek has changed.
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Attention! The public transport route in Bishkek has changed.

During the repair, a section of Chuy Avenue will be closed, leading to a temporary change in public transport routes Due to street repairs, the public transport routes in Bishkek have been altered, the press service of the city administration reported. The bus route No. 18 will be rerouted due to the closure of Termechikova Street, operating along Malikov, Alybaev, Repin, and Leo Tolstoy Streets, while the rest of the route remains unchanged.

23.03.2018, 16:31
More and more Kyrgyz citizens are suffering from obesity.
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More and more Kyrgyz citizens are suffering from obesity.

In 14 years, the number of people in Kyrgyzstan whose weight significantly exceeds the norm has increased by five percent The number of citizens suffering from obesity in Kyrgyzstan has increased, reported the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations in Kyrgyzstan, citing data from the World Health Organization (WHO).

24.02.2018, 17:16
Signs can be translated into the state language for free.
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Signs can be translated into the state language for free.

You can translate signs into the state language for free. But businessmen do not know about it “Entrepreneurs have the opportunity to correctly translate advertisements or signs into the state language for free. But businesses do not know about this and pay fines,” said Elvira Surabaldiyeva, a member of the parliamentary committee on economic and fiscal policy, at a meeting today. The deputies are discussing amendments to the advertising law. Last week, the issue was postponed due to the

29.11.2017, 04:04
In Kyrgyzstan, mandatory vehicle evacuation is being launched.
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In Kyrgyzstan, mandatory vehicle evacuation is being launched.

It has been revealed how much forced evacuation of cars will cost in Bishkek It has been revealed how much forced evacuation of cars that violate traffic rules will cost — 1,500 soms. “The tariff has been adopted, the tender for forced evacuation in Bishkek and the Chui region has already been announced. The envelopes will be opened around December 10,” informed Talant Barpiyev, head of the Patrol Police Department, at today’s session of the Bishkek City Council.

28.11.2017, 23:59
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, a round table discussion titled "Orphanage Graduate, Status - Nobody" took place.
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In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, a round table discussion titled "Orphanage Graduate, Status - Nobody" took place.

Problems of Orphanage Graduates Discussed Again in Kyrgyzstan A round table titled "Graduate of an orphanage, status - nobody" was held in the capital of Kyrgyzstan. The event was attended by representatives of ministries, deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, and non-governmental organizations involved in the protection of the rights of orphanage graduates.

25.11.2017, 05:25
International Organization Stands Up for Elderly Doctors in Kyrgyzstan
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International Organization Stands Up for Elderly Doctors in Kyrgyzstan

International organization stands up for elderly doctors in Kyrgyzstan The international network "AgeNet" has sent a letter to the head of the Government of Kyrgyzstan, requesting an investigation into the dismissal of elderly doctors. Earlier, the decision to release several well-known specialists from their positions was made by the Minister of Health, Talantbek Batyraliev. All the doctors mentioned in the decree held leadership positions in major hospitals and medical centers. The

15.11.2017, 20:04
"The Talisman of Bishkek"
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"The Talisman of Bishkek"

Attraction «Talisman of Bishkek» The first innovation appeared in Panfilov Park - a week ago, a new Ferris wheel, 50 meters tall, began operating there.

29.10.2017, 22:50
Grandmother from Kyrgyzstan Featured on the Cover of the International Report on the Rights of Older People "We Have the Same Rights"
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Grandmother from Kyrgyzstan Featured on the Cover of the International Report on the Rights of Older People "We Have the Same Rights"

Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan - Older women from around the world speak about human rights in a new report "We Have the Same Rights," released by HelpAge International. The report focuses on the rights of older people to freedom from violence, abuse, and neglect, reflecting the themes of the upcoming meeting of the UN Open-Ended Working Group on Ageing from July 5-7, 2017, in New York.

30.06.2017, 17:34
Automotive Fashion in Kyrgyzstan
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Automotive Fashion in Kyrgyzstan

The trend for new state license plates has surpassed the recent trend of turbocharged cars. The State Registration Service has reported record figures for the sale of license plates. Since the beginning of summer 2016, more than ten thousand sets of plates have been issued. This is more than the two-month norm.

28.07.2016, 22:17
Pioneer of Forex in Kyrgyzstan
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Pioneer of Forex in Kyrgyzstan

For several years, the demo account competition DemoCup has been held by the international forex broker NordFX. A prizewinner of the competition is also Mukhammed Nurzhanov from Kyrgyzstan. And although he only placed eighth in the January derby, we are confident that the time is not far off when this young man will occupy the top spots in international trader rankings.

16.05.2016, 13:21
Melis Turganbaev gifted Kadir Malikov a traumatic pistol.
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Melis Turganbaev gifted Kadir Malikov a traumatic pistol.

The head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Melis Turganbaev, met with the famous theologian and director of the independent analytical center "Religion, Law and Politics," Kadyro Malikov, who was a victim of ISIS accomplices, to discuss measures to combat terrorism in the republic. At the end of the meeting, the head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs presented the religious scholar with a traumatic pistol. In the conversation between the minister of the law

28.03.2016, 12:33
In Bishkek, trolleybus drivers are on strike.
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In Bishkek, trolleybus drivers are on strike.

On the morning of Thursday, March 24, in the Kyrgyz capital, a strike by trolleybus drivers began. More than 600 people did not show up for work, demanding the attention of the new mayor of the capital, Albek Ibraimov, to their pressing issues and the actions of the management, which has set too high a standard for them. As a result of the protest, vulnerable social categories of the population—schoolchildren, students, and pensioners—were left without the usual public transport. The list of

28.03.2016, 12:09
For the first time in Kyrgyzstan, special rooms for children in conflict with the law and a hearing room have opened in the building of the Lenin Court.
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For the first time in Kyrgyzstan, special rooms for children in conflict with the law and a hearing room have opened in the building of the Lenin Court.

Today, March 22, an official opening of two rooms took place at the Lenin District Court in Bishkek: waiting rooms for children who have become victims or witnesses of crimes and for children in conflict with the law, as well as a courtroom for children's cases. The opening was attended by the Chairman of the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic, the chairpersons of the First May, October, and Sverdlovsk District Courts of Bishkek, representatives of the British Embassy in Bishkek, and

24.03.2016, 13:06
Kyrgyz Schoolchildren Will Be Provided with Tablets by 2025
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Kyrgyz Schoolchildren Will Be Provided with Tablets by 2025

Kyrgyz schoolchildren will be provided with tablets intended to replace traditional textbooks by 2025. This was announced by the Minister of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic, Elvira Sarieva. On her Facebook page, Sarieva commented on the words of the Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, Temir Sariev, about the advantages of tablets over regular textbooks. She explained that many perceived the Prime Minister's words as a sign of the imminent introduction of tablets in schools.

23.03.2016, 13:15
Russian aircraft will join the aviation group based at the Ayni airfield, 30 km from Dushanbe, during the exercises.
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Russian aircraft will join the aviation group based at the Ayni airfield, 30 km from Dushanbe, during the exercises.

On March 9, preparations began for the joint Russian-Tajik exercises, which will take place from March 15 to 20 at five military training grounds of the Khatlon garrison of the Republic of Tajikistan - "Lyaur," "Sumbula," "Momirak," "Kharbmaydon," and "Khalkaer." As part of the preparation for the exercise, the An-124-100 "Ruslan" transport aircraft delivered Mi-8 transport-combat helicopters to Dushanbe on March 10, and on March 11,

16.03.2016, 14:48
Siamese twin from Kyrgyzstan became a citizen of the Russian Federation
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Siamese twin from Kyrgyzstan became a citizen of the Russian Federation

Gita Rezakhanova, one of the separated Siamese twins, and her mother Zumriyat Rezakhanova received citizenship of the Russian Federation. The Russian passports were handed to the residents of Kyrgyzstan on March 4 by the Russian ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, Andrey Krutko. The document presentation took place at the Russian embassy in Bishkek. The story of the Siamese twins from Kyrgyzstan, Zita and Gita Rezakhanova, has attracted global attention. The girls were born in 1991 in the village of

14.03.2016, 09:57
"Crossing the Border of Kyrgyzstan: No More Than One Mop, Comb, and Chalkboard Allowed"
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"Crossing the Border of Kyrgyzstan: No More Than One Mop, Comb, and Chalkboard Allowed"

According to the list of goods imported for personal use, it is prohibited to carry more than one mobile phone, compact disc, flash drive, and other items into Kyrgyzstan without prior notification. However, you can carry up to five pieces of chalk and pencils with you. This list is set to come into effect on March 10, 2016. Evaluating this list, the Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, Temir Sariev, stated the need to postpone the implementation date of this list. He also mentioned the necessity to

09.03.2016, 14:24
In Bishkek, photo and video recording of traffic violations has been launched.
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In Bishkek, photo and video recording of traffic violations has been launched.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has announced the launch of an automated system for photo and video recording, as well as photo and video recognition of traffic violations. According to the ministry's press service, the main platform of the photo and video recording system, which generates rulings on traffic violation cases, has been integrated into the activities of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Currently, only one hardware and software complex is operating on this

09.03.2016, 14:00
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Kyrgyz Women Received Dance Gifts on International Women's Day

A video has been circulating in Kyrgyz social networks, posted by OJSC "Bishkekteploset" on YouTube. Male employees of the agency decided to congratulate their female colleagues and all Kyrgyz women on International Women's Day with an energetic flash mob dance at one of their work sites and some warm words. The video surprised fellow citizens, who are used to the fact that service workers often lack politeness. However, the fairer half of the republic only partially appreciated

09.03.2016, 13:36
Karybek Alymkulov: "In twenty years, practically nothing has been invested in the energy sector of the Kyrgyz Republic"
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Karybek Alymkulov: "In twenty years, practically nothing has been invested in the energy sector of the Kyrgyz Republic"

The state of Kyrgyz energy leaves much to be desired; however, in recent years, the situation has begun to stabilize. To finally shape the energy sector at the international level and avoid unnecessary costs and theft, it is possible through a competent assessment of risks and strategies for their minimization. This was stated by Doctor of Sciences Karypbek Alymkulov, an energy expert and member of the Board of Directors of OJSC ‘NES KR’, during a round table on the topic ‘Political Situation

05.03.2016, 18:57
A delegation from the Ministry of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic visited the Russian aviation base of the CSTO "Kant"
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A delegation from the Ministry of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic visited the Russian aviation base of the CSTO "Kant"

Today, March 2, a delegation from the Ministry of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic, headed by Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Kyrgyz Republic, Major General Zakir Karimovich Tilenov, visited the Russian aviation base of the CSTO 'Kant'. The high-ranking guests were warmly welcomed by the acting commander of the aviation base, Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Yakovlev, along with management officers and unit commanders. The visiting officials familiarized

05.03.2016, 18:42
The DPS Service has been abolished in Kyrgyzstan.
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The DPS Service has been abolished in Kyrgyzstan.

At the end of the week, car owners in Kyrgyzstan learned of news that made them doubly happy on Friday. Interior Minister Melis Turganbaev confirmed the information that the road patrol service has been abolished in the republic. The annoying and corrupt DPS inspectors will be replaced by video cameras and patrol posts, which are not authorized to stop vehicles. - As of yesterday, the DPS has been abolished. There are no traffic police officers anymore; only the patrol service is operating.

04.03.2016, 15:57
Temir Sariyev saved the Issyk-Kul landmark from complete destruction.
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Temir Sariyev saved the Issyk-Kul landmark from complete destruction.

The famous Rappaport Alley, located along the Tamchy – Korumdu road on the northern shore of Issyk-Kul, was almost completely cut down for the sake of road expansion. It has now been reported that the head of the Kyrgyz government, Temir Sariev, ordered the preservation of the 80-year-old plantings – or rather, what remains of them after the previous decision by the authorities. The decision to cut down the trees in Rappaport Alley was announced on February 27 during discussions about the

03.03.2016, 10:24
Elections for the Mayor were held in Bishkek
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Elections for the Mayor were held in Bishkek

Last Saturday, February 27, a long-awaited event took place in the political life of the capital. The city council elected a new leader for Bishkek. Albek Ibraimov became the new mayor: he was the only candidate for the position, and 42 out of 45 deputies voted for him. Like the voting for his predecessor, Kubanychbek Kulmatov, the voting for Ibraimov was without alternatives. Civil society opposed this, demanding that the right to vote for the mayor be granted not to the deputies of the city

29.02.2016, 13:09
Lithium-ion batteries will no longer be allowed on airplanes
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Lithium-ion batteries will no longer be allowed on airplanes

The International Civil Aviation Organization will soon prohibit the transportation of lithium-ion batteries on passenger airplanes. The ban on bringing batteries for mobile phones, laptops, cameras, and other electronics onto airplanes will take effect in April of this year. This restriction is related to the high fire hazard posed by lithium-ion batteries. Previously, only lithium-metal batteries, which were most commonly used in watches, were prohibited on aircraft. The ban on transporting

25.02.2016, 16:39
Information about Schools in Kyrgyzstan Will Be Made Publicly Available
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Information about Schools in Kyrgyzstan Will Be Made Publicly Available

A new way to combat illegal payments and fees in school funds has been devised in Kyrgyzstan. Now, there will be no talk of collecting money for curtains, computers, or floor repairs: a unified database of all schools is being created in the republic, which will reflect all the information about what is needed for equipping each educational institution and what is already available. It will be accessible on a special online map. - During the investigations into informal payments and fees in

25.02.2016, 16:06
The Rotary Club of Bishkek held a charity concert of classical music.
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The Rotary Club of Bishkek held a charity concert of classical music.

All funds raised from ticket sales, as well as from the charity lottery during the event and donations, will be directed towards purchasing cows for families with children with disabilities. The Bishkek Rotary Club summarizes the results of the charity evening of classical music held to raise funds for the "Gift a Cow" project. In 2016, cows will be donated free of charge to 107 families from regions of Kyrgyzstan where children with disabilities live. This way, they will be able to

25.02.2016, 16:00
The Kyrgyz language is now available in Google Translate!
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The Kyrgyz language is now available in Google Translate!

The translation feature for the Kyrgyz language has officially appeared in the most popular online translation service, Google Translate. This was announced by the head of the public foundation "Bizdin Muras," Chorobek Sadanbekov. According to him, after several years of work, Google has finally officially added the Kyrgyz language to its online translation service. Sadanbekov noted that this is a significant breakthrough for Kyrgyzstan.

23.02.2016, 10:30
Public organizations plan to change legislation to protect graduates of boarding schools.
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Public organizations plan to change legislation to protect graduates of boarding schools.

The Public Charitable Foundation (PCF) "Oasis" together with the Public Association (PA) "Our Voice" plan to make changes to the legislation and promote the effective implementation of laws to improve the situation of graduates from children's institutions of boarding type. This initiative is supported within the framework of the Joint Management Program, which is implemented with funding from the USA and the UK. As part of the project "Protection of the rights

22.02.2016, 14:57
In Kyrgyzstan, the annual "Philanthropist of the Year" ceremony took place.
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In Kyrgyzstan, the annual "Philanthropist of the Year" ceremony took place.

On February 18, a solemn ceremony for the presentation of the "Ak Jürük" ("Benefactor of the Year") award took place at the A. Maldybaev National Opera and Ballet Theater, traditionally organized by the charitable foundation "Aikeldik". The founder of the foundation, public figure, and benefactor Askar Salymbekov addressed the gathered guests. In his welcoming speech, he spoke about the history of the award's establishment, its main goals, and the necessity

22.02.2016, 10:33
Servicemen of the Russian Air Base CSTO "Kant" participated in the unveiling of a memorial plaque for a hero of the Afghan war.
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Servicemen of the Russian Air Base CSTO "Kant" participated in the unveiling of a memorial plaque for a hero of the Afghan war.

Military personnel of the Russian airbase CSTO 'Kant' participated in the unveiling of the memorial plaque for the hero of the Afghan war at the school in Kant. February 15, 2016 marks 27 years since the withdrawal of the limited contingent of Soviet troops from the territory of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan. This war lasted ten years and claimed the lives of 15,000 Soviet soldiers – internationalists. February 15 is a day of remembrance for these guys, for those who met

18.02.2016, 10:15