According to information from Meduza, Netflix has released a teaser for the third season of the popular series 'Wednesday', which is currently in production. In this short video, viewers can notice that Winona Ryder, known for her role in 'Stranger Things', will appear in the project. She will play a guest role as Tabitha, as reported by Rolling Stone.
Due to recent unrest in some regions of Mexico, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has urged its citizens to postpone their trips until the situation improves. This was reported by representatives of the department. Additionally, Kyrgyz citizens who are already in Mexico are advised to take special precautions, avoiding places with large crowds and following the instructions of local authorities.
As a result of strong winds and a large number of visitors, the cable car in the Ala-Archa Nature Park was temporarily stopped for 30 minutes on the opening day. This occurred around 14:30 and caused confusion among the guests. Representatives of the cable car explained that despite the unfavorable weather conditions, a decision was made to operate the lift at minimum speed to meet the growing demand. "People were in line, and we warned them about the wind, including signals. Nevertheless,
The municipality of Osh has announced the development of a strategic plan covering 100 days aimed at the city's development. This was reported by the press service of the local administration. At a recent staff meeting, Mayor Janarbek Akaev emphasized that fulfilling the tasks set by the president requires maximum concentration and quick action.
According to Meduza, citing an interview with the head of the office of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for the "Suspilne" channel, a new round of negotiations between Russia, Ukraine, and the USA may take place on February 26-27. Earlier, TASS reported that the negotiation process could be resumed as early as Thursday, February 26, and it is expected that the meeting will take place in Geneva.
Rain is forecasted in the territory of Kyrgyzstan. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature at night will be −2 degrees, while during the day it will rise to +2.
The organization actively supports the most vulnerable groups of the population Eliana Satarova, director of the charitable foundation "Al-Umma," has been awarded the "For Cooperation" medal for her contribution to supporting vulnerable segments of society. This was reported on the official website of the foundation. The award ceremony took place on behalf of the Ministry of Labor, Social Welfare, and Migration, where the medal was presented by the First Deputy Minister
Currently, the team is on a training camp in Turkey, where they are playing a series of friendly matches to improve their form.
On February 23, as part of a high-level disarmament conference, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, met with the UN Secretary-General António Guterres. The meeting discussed issues related to the state and future of cooperation between the parties. The press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan reported that during the conversation, the important role of the UN in promoting peace and addressing global challenges was confirmed. The
At the disarmament conference held in Geneva on February 23, 2026, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Jeenbek Kulubaev, delivered his speech at the high-level event, marking a historic moment for the country, according to information from the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. In his speech, the minister emphasized that the modern global security system is undergoing significant changes, including a rise in distrust between countries, the
In Bishkek, violations of safety regulations have been identified at one of the construction sites. This information was received from the Department of State Architectural and Construction Control, which is subordinate to the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic. The Department conducts constant monitoring of compliance with construction norms and rules, as well as overseeing the process of construction work.
In Kyrgyzstan, an audiological screening program for newborns is actively being implemented, which is an important step towards the early detection of hearing impairments in children. This was reported by the press center of the Ministry of Health. According to official data, in 2025, more than 30,000 newborns underwent the screening procedure.
The State National Security Committee reported on the irresponsible behavior of citizens In the press center of the State National Security Committee, it was reminded that false reports of bomb threats can lead to criminal liability, including imprisonment. Law enforcement agencies noted that increasingly, crowded places such as shopping centers and schools are becoming victims of wrongdoers. What is sometimes perceived as a joke or a desire to interrupt classes is actually regarded as a
A 69-year-old pre-conscription training teacher, B.K., became a victim of a conflict with a student at school No. 83. The visit of his students to the hospital was reported to the editorial office of Kaktus.media by the students themselves. Students brought fruits and other food items to support their teacher. They wished him a speedy recovery.
Due to the unrest in Mexico, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan urges its citizens to refrain from traveling to this country. According to the information from the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, those who are already in Mexico are advised to avoid crowded places and to follow the instructions of local authorities.
At an extended meeting held on February 23, Chairman of the Supreme Court Mederbek Satyiev summarized the work of local courts in the Chui region for the year 2025. The press service of the Supreme Court reported on the results obtained during the meeting. In 2025, the Chui Regional Court reviewed 2,150 cases, of which 848 decisions were appealed. Of these, 73.82% of the rulings were upheld.
The digitization and restoration of the "Naryn Diary" have become an important event for Kyrgyz documentary cinema, as this film was created by Algimantas Vidugiris — the first builder of the Toktogul Hydroelectric Power Station, as confirmed by archival materials and a certificate found by his family. The director was actively involved in the construction from the very beginning and shared this experience with future generations. In 1979, Gemma Firsova, a renowned public figure,
Recently, the premiere of the trailer for the feature film "Illegal: Through Mexico" took place, which is a large-scale action drama about the complexities of illegal migration through Mexico, as reported by the producers. According to the creators, this project is the result of the work of the team that made the film "Heaven Under the Feet of Mothers," which received positive reviews from audiences and significant public resonance. The new film elevates Kyrgyz cinema to a
The construction company "Aurum Building," operating in Bishkek, has been fined 200,000 soms for violating safety standards. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the republic. Photo by the press service of the Ministry of Construction
In the Manas district, an event organized by the prosecutor's office took place, aimed at combating fraud both in the banking sector and online. On February 23, 2026, the prosecutor's office held an extended interdepartmental meeting to discuss measures to combat cyber fraud utilizing internet technologies, as well as other crimes in the banking sector.
Zamir Akmatov, a resident of the village of Sary-Tologoy in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, experienced his youth against the backdrop of conflicts in Afghanistan. Now, in retirement, he continues to hold in his heart the events that took place from 1986 to 1988. Turmush correspondent spoke with the former internationalist soldier.
In honor of Defender of the Fatherland Day, lessons of courage are being held in Karakol, located in the Issyk-Kul region, with the participation of veterans of the Batken events and the Afghan war. These events are organized in the schools and libraries of the city.
At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship, and Competition Development on February 23, Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova raised the issue of the need to enhance public awareness about online fraud. She shared that she herself had become a victim of such calls, receiving three to four inquiries from scammers. "They called, posing as the Deputy Prime Minister and even the Deputy Speaker, using avatars on the screen. Recently, I received a call from a
On Defender of the Fatherland Day, the only veteran of the Great Patriotic War in the Suzak district was honored. In connection with the holiday on February 23, a celebration was held for Mamasaali Jumaev, who turned 100 years old. He is the only veteran of this war living in the rural district of Bagysh in the Suzak district.
As part of the preparations for International Women's Day on March 8, the Culture Department of the Bishkek City Hall announced a tender for the purchase of floral products. According to information on the state procurement portal, 1 million 479 thousand soms have been allocated for these needs.
The security service emphasized the deliberate distortion of facts about its committee The State National Security Committee (GKNB) denied information regarding the existence of nicknames for its employees. The press center of the agency issued an official statement on this matter. "In connection with the emergence of video recordings and publications in the media about allegedly existing unofficial nicknames of GKNB employees, we inform the following: In our work, only official service
A new project called "Green Taxi" is set to launch in Bishkek, as reported by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. The ministry specifies that the initiative is being developed in collaboration with the National Investment Fund. Currently, discussions are underway regarding the implementation mechanisms and potential of this project.
Colonel General Abdygul Chotbaev shared his opinion on Birinchi Radio that the state of the Armed Forces of Kyrgyzstan is directly related to the economic situation in the country. He noted that since the establishment of the army on May 29, 1992, it has faced numerous challenges, but despite delays in payments and food shortages, servicemen continued to fulfill their duty to the Motherland. Chotbaev expressed satisfaction with the current state of the Armed Forces, noting that in the last 3-4
Due to the ongoing track repair works, traffic will be restricted on February 25 through the guarded railway crossing on Alykulov Street at the "Sokuluk" - "Bishkek-1" section. This was reported by the press service of the State Enterprise "National Company 'Kyrgyz Temir Zholu'." The restrictions will last from 09:00 to 18:00. During this time, traffic will be conducted on the left lane in both directions. It is noted that all works have been coordinated
Bishkek February 24, Tuesday The temperature at night will range from -2 to 0 °C, rain is expected, turning into snow. During the day, the temperature will rise to +6...+8 °C, also rain.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Finance and Competition Development, held on February 23, Deputy Bekeshev stated the need to limit daily transfers exceeding 1 million soms. This proposal became part of the discussion on measures to combat fraud in the financial sector and online space. Deputy Interior Minister Nurbek Abdieyev reported that in 2025, 3,267 cases of fraud were registered, with investigations initiated in 1,547 of them. As a result, 834 cases were solved, while
In Bishkek, the Main Department of Internal Affairs has initiated a tender for the procurement of signaling loudspeakers (SLU) for its service vehicles. According to information posted on the government procurement portal, the allocation for the purchase of 60 devices is planned to be 4.8 million soms. These devices must comply with the technical regulations of the EAEU and be manufactured in one of the member countries of the union. The warranty period for operation will be at least two years.
According to the State National Security Committee (GKNB) of the Kyrgyz Republic, there has been a recent increase in false reports of terrorist acts. Experts note that such notifications come from both adults and teenagers.
In 2025, only 48 people were able to receive treatment Deputy Gula Kozhokulova reported a reduction in quotas for medical treatment for citizens of Kyrgyzstan in Turkey at a meeting of the committee on international affairs, defense, and migration. During the discussion, information was presented about the work of the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Turkey for the period of 2024-2025, which was voiced by Ruslan Kazakbaev, the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Turkey.
According to the report from the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of Kyrgyzstan, by the end of 2025, there are 15,278 electric vehicles in the country, which accounts for 0.8% of the total number of registered vehicles. The agency noted that there is a steady increase in the popularity of electric vehicles in the republic. In 2022, 1,113 such vehicles were registered, in 2023 — 2,310, and in 2024 — 3,122.
According to information received from witnesses, a building caught fire on Fere Street in Bishkek. This information has been confirmed by sources at Kaktus.media. Emergency Ministry employees are currently working at the scene of the incident. The causes of the fire and the area affected are still unknown.
According to information provided by the Ministry of Natural Resources of Kyrgyzstan, as of January 1, 2026, there are 1,909,961 registered vehicles in the country. This number shows a 13% increase compared to 2024, when 1,697,100 vehicles were recorded.
At the meeting of the parliamentary committee on finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competition development, amendments to the law "On Mandatory Insurance of Residential Premises Against Fire and Natural Disasters" were discussed. According to the document proposed by the government, the insurance pool will be transformed into a legal entity and will be formed from a portion of the insurance premiums.
Over the past five years, funding for the army has increased nearly threefold, made possible by the full allocation of funds from the budget. In the past, the armed forces could rely on only 30% of the planned amount.
As noted by the press service of the Ministry of Health, the program for audiological screening of newborns is actively developing, which allows for the detection of hearing impairments at early stages. This is particularly important, as hearing is a key element in the process of speech and communication development. After conducting diagnostics, medical specialists develop a treatment and rehabilitation plan. In cases of partial hearing loss, children are provided with hearing aids, as well as
On February 21, in Fukuoka, Japan, the Asian Cross Country Championship took place, where the Kyrgyzstan team managed to win silver.
The incidence of influenza and ARVI in Kyrgyzstan is showing a trend of decline, as reported by representatives of the Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance. In the eighth week of 2026, from February 16 to 22, a total of 9,119 cases of ARVI and influenza were registered across the country, which is 13.7% less compared to the previous week, when the number of cases was 10,576.
Islambek Orozbekovich Atakanov, born in 1979, is wanted in connection with his disappearance. Relatives reported this to Kaktus.media. The last time he was heard from was in the summer of 2025, when he was working in Talas selling fish. He called his family in July, after which he disappeared. On the evening of the same day, he left work, leaving his belongings and passport behind. Since then, there has been no news of him. Relatives are asking anyone who may have information to come forward.
According to statistical data, about 66% of men live in rural areas, and every seventh man is a resident of the capital. As of 2024, the employment rate among men of working age exceeds 77%.
Samad Erkinbekov has been appointed the new director of the Directorate for Non-Olympic Sports. This decision was announced at a meeting with the staff, where Kubanych Ermekov, head of the department for analysis and development of high-performance sports, emphasized the need to strengthen the directorate's work in preparing athletes for international competitions, as well as supporting young talents and developing non-Olympic sports.
Recently, an inclusive event was held in Bishkek dedicated to the International Day of Cochlear Implantation. The main goal of this event was to draw the attention of society and government bodies to the support of children with hearing impairments and their families. The motto of the event: "Hearing is possible thanks to technology. Being heard is thanks to people."
Comprehensive support from specialists is needed, not standard protocols According to Nazgul Turdubekova, head of the "League of Child Rights Defenders," the efforts of law enforcement agencies are not capable of effectively addressing the problem of domestic violence in Kyrgyzstan. In her address through social media, she noted that the existing system mainly focuses on documenting the consequences rather than preventing violence. The human rights activist sent her proposals to the
As of today, February 23, a ceremony was held in Manas for the handover of keys to mortgage apartments to 167 military personnel. This was reported by the Ministry of Defense. The event was attended by the commander of the Southwestern Operational Command, Samat Seydaliev.