A new residential district with five-story buildings will be built in Bishkek on 234 hectares.

A large residential complex covering an area of 234 hectares will be organized in the village of Prigorodnoye. This information was announced by Mayor Aibek Junushaliev. He noted that in addition to the project developed by the State Mortgage Company, two large residential districts will also appear in Bishkek: one on the site of the old racetrack, and the other in Prigorodnoye.

In the Kara-Suu District, a suspect has been detained for fraud in the purchase of a Cadillac Escalade.

In the Kara-Suu district of the Osh region, K. Z., born in 1992, was arrested on suspicion of a fraudulent transaction involving a Cadillac Escalade valued at $80,000. According to the police, he failed to pay the seller $28,000 and disappeared. According to a report from the Osh region's Interior Ministry, on October 22, 2024, a 28-year-old resident of the city of Osh, A. D., approached the local police station. He reported that on January 31, 2024, K. Z., having gained his trust,

Bishkek Master Plan: Karagach Grove to Receive Status of Specially Protected Area

Photo by Evgeny Lipkin. Komsomol Lake in Karagach Grove. Archive photo During the development of the new Master Plan for Bishkek, emphasis was placed on ecological protection, the organization of green spaces, and consideration of the wind rose. This was reported at a press conference by Irina Grishechkina, Deputy Director for Project Work at the Scientific Research Institute of Prospective Urban Development (Russia). She emphasized that the main task in the field of ecology is the protection

In Bishkek, the CEO of a company suspected of fraud involving $1.47 million has been detained

The detention occurred after F. T. filed a complaint with the Internal Affairs Department of the Oktyabrsky District, requesting measures to be taken against A. Zh. and her daughter A. B. He claims that from August 26, 2024, to July 4, 2025, they gained his trust and, citing investments in a project in the village of Chok-Tal, misappropriated his funds amounting to $1,476,844. In connection with this incident, the investigative service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Oktyabrsky

Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on November 20: it will be cold at night

Precipitation is expected in the Issyk-Kul region. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature will be +3 degrees at night, rising to +17 during the day.

Scientists have discovered how to rejuvenate the immune system

As part of the experiment, participants included a small amount of pomegranates and nuts in their diet daily for a month. After 28 days, scientists recorded noticeable positive changes: cells became less prone to depletion, and their metabolism improved. However, doctors warn that one should not abruptly increase the consumption of these products. Moderation remains a key factor in achieving positive results. Specialists also recommend consulting a doctor before making changes to the diet.

In the city of Manas, a mass brawl occurred; one is in intensive care, 11 people have been taken to the police.

A mass brawl occurred on the night of November 18 to 19 in the city of Manas. As a result of the incident, one person was hospitalized in intensive care, and criminal proceedings have been initiated. According to information from the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region, at 01:00, a report was received at the police station that in the Sputnik microdistrict, near the "Azyk-Ordo" store, a group of young people numbering from 15 to 20 had started a

Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan will cooperate in the field of tourism

During the business forum of the Central Asian Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC), a memorandum of cooperation was signed between companies from Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. The document aims to develop joint initiatives in the field of tourism and strengthen partnerships, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Economy of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the information, the memorandum includes the joint development of tourist routes.

Islamic Games: Aruuke Kadyrbek kyzy Wins Bronze

At the Islamic Solidarity Games taking place in Saudi Arabia, Kyrgyz athlete Aruuke Kadyrbek kyzy won a bronze medal. On November 19, she participated in the freestyle wrestling competition in the weight category up to 53 kg.

When ventilating a room during smog, we bring dirty air into our homes. We need to install air purifiers and humidifiers, - thoracic oncologist. Interview

In Bishkek, polluted air poses a serious threat to the respiratory system, and opening windows during smog does not solve the problem. Air purifiers are necessary to ensure constant circulation. This opinion was expressed by Uran Balpaev, a thoracic oncologist from the National Center for Oncology and Hematology. The specialist in thoracic oncology deals with the surgical treatment of both malignant and benign tumors of the chest organs.

A Kyrgyzstani was arrested in Russia for double violation of the entry ban

In Tyumen, a 38-year-old citizen of Kyrgyzstan was detained, who was under investigation for two cases of illegal border crossing into Russia. This became known from a report by the publication "AiF". According to information from the investigative authorities, the man has two entry bans into Russia: one is valid until 2027, and the other until 2032. Nevertheless, he violated this ban twice, crossing the border on May 1, 2024, and April 22, 2025.

The U.S. Congress approved a law on the disclosure of documents in the Jeffrey Epstein case

As reported by Reuters, the House of Representatives passed the bill by a large majority, and a similar decision followed from the Senate within hours. The document now needs to be signed by President Donald Trump. According to a senior source in the White House, Trump plans to sign the law as soon as it arrives. It is also reported that the White House is surprised at how quickly the bill passed through the Senate, as it was expected that the discussion would take more time.

In Bishkek, two drivers fought on the road. One has been placed in a temporary detention facility.

According to the information from the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, the incident was registered in the automated information system. Law enforcement officers quickly identified both drivers. The first participant in the conflict was A. уулу A., born in 2001, who was driving an orange car. After his detention, he was taken to the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District for necessary investigative actions.

The White House is preparing a major peace agreement with Russia on Ukraine

As reported by Politico, a possible framework agreement could be reached by the end of this month or even "as early as this week." Previously, American media reported that Washington is secretly working on a new plan to end the conflict in Ukraine.

In St. Petersburg, the patent for labor migrants will become more expensive

In 2026, the cost of a patent for labor migrants in St. Petersburg will rise to 8,000 rubles, TASS reports, citing the press service of the city legislative assembly. Currently, the price of the patent is 6,000 rubles.

A man suspected of murdering an acquaintance has been detained in Kyzyl-Kiya.

The incident occurred on November 18 in a dormitory room in one of the residential buildings in the city. According to information provided by the Internal Affairs Department, around 7:45 PM, in the room where 50-year-old G. S. was present, he was drinking homemade alcohol together with another man, 50-year-old M. A. During the process of consuming alcohol, a quarrel broke out between them, which led to tragic consequences.

Kissing on Earth Began 21 Million Years Ago - Scientists

According to a study published by BBC News, "mouth-to-mouth" kisses have existed for over 21 million years. Most likely, this way of expressing affection was characteristic of the ancestors of both humans and great apes, including Neanderthals. This means that representatives of Homo sapiens could have exchanged kisses with Neanderthals.

Who made it to the Kyrgyzstan national jiu-jitsu team for the Islamic Games? List

The list of athletes who will represent Kyrgyzstan at the Islamic Solidarity Games in Saudi Arabia has been published. The sixth Games are currently taking place in Riyadh.

They threw stones at each other. A mass clash occurred in the city of Manas.

A disturbance occurred in Manas, leading to a mass brawl. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region. According to the information received, on the night of November 19, the police station received a signal that in the "Sputnik" microdistrict, several dozen young people (about 15-20) had started a scuffle and began throwing stones at each other.

In the city of Talas, a breakthrough in the heating network occurred at a kindergarten attended by 210 children.

Due to the emergency situation that occurred at the "Ak Beshik" kindergarten, representatives of the Talas city administration visited the institution to assess the current situation. On November 15, an incident involving a heating network rupture occurred in Talas, which led to flooding in the basement areas of the kindergarten. As a result, the operation of the institution was temporarily suspended, and the enrollment of children was halted. Restoration work is currently underway.

The Foreign Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and China Discussed Strategic Partnership and Key Projects

From November 19 to 20, 2025, an official visit by Wang Yi, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of China and member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, is taking place in Kyrgyzstan at the invitation of his Kyrgyz counterpart Jeenbek Kulubaev. During the visit, the first meeting of the Strategic Dialogue at the level of foreign ministers of both countries was held, as reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan.

Sadyr Japarov met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of China

Discussing issues of bilateral cooperation, Japarov noted that Kyrgyz-Chinese relations have reached a historic level, emphasizing the significance of each visit by Wang Yi, which brings new ideas and proposals for the development of strategic partnership between the two countries. During the conversation, the president focused on practical aspects of cooperation, including the construction of transport infrastructure, such as railways and roads, as well as the opening of new flight routes and

How a Wealthy Merchant and an Officer Organized a Uprising in At-Bashy — The Story of Shershenaly Abaev

Turmush continues to highlight the fates of outstanding individuals from the regions of Kyrgyzstan who contributed to the socio-economic development of the country. As part of the "Тарых инсаны" ("Personality in History") section, we will tell you about Sharsheanalı Abaev, who actively participated in strengthening Soviet power in Kyrgyz lands since 1918. Sharsheanalı Abaev is a well-known statesman whose name is listed in encyclopedias, and his portrait can be seen in the

At the Ministry of Science, issues of funding for scientific research were discussed

On November 19, a working meeting was held at the Innovation Center of the Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovations, where issues related to the financing of scientific research and the distribution of funds from the Science Fund were discussed. According to the press service of the Ministry of Science, the event was attended by vice-rectors for research from higher education institutions, heads of research institutions, experts in the field of financing scientific work, as well as

The Minister of Science of Kyrgyzstan and the Ambassador of Turkey Discussed Issues of Developing Technoparks and Scientific and Technical Projects

The Minister of Science, Higher Education and Innovations Baktyyar Orozov met with the Ambassador of Turkey to Kyrgyzstan Mekin Mustafa Kemal Okem. According to the press service of the ministry, the meeting discussed the current state and prospects of Kyrgyz-Turkish cooperation.

Can Evolution Have a "Plan B" in Case Our Species Disappears?

Johnny Thompson, a philosopher, studies the concept of a possible "Plan B" for evolution in case of humanity's extinction. This modest flightless bird inhabits Aldabra Atoll. Externally, it does not stand out: its brown feathers and size are similar to that of a chicken.

Even Two Cigarettes a Day Increase the Risk of Heart Attack - Study

A recent study has shown that even smoking two cigarettes a day increases the risk of heart attack by 50%. The researchers' work was published in the journal PLOS Medicine.

A large-scale assessment of the quality of patient management with hypertension and diabetes has been conducted in primary healthcare organizations in Kyrgyzstan.

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a Round Table and strategic meeting took place, dedicated to important issues of prevention, early diagnosis, and control of arterial hypertension and diabetes. Within the framework of the event, the results of a comprehensive study were presented, which assessed the treatment, adherence to prescriptions, and patient awareness regarding the treatment of arterial hypertension and type 2 diabetes in primary healthcare institutions across the country. This

Master Plan 2050. The Mayor of Bishkek urged not to succumb to the speculations of certain individuals

At a press conference in Bishkek, the city's mayor, Aibek Junushaliev, called on residents not to succumb to provocations and rumors regarding the General Development Plan. He emphasized that for accurate information, residents should contact official authorities. According to him, there are instances where individuals spread false information about the creation of green zones or high-rise buildings in different parts of the city.

Amanda Nunes wants to take the title from Valentina Shevchenko

A bronze statue of Bridget Jones has been installed in central London.

A new bronze statue of Bridget Jones has been installed in Leicester Square to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the release of the first film. This was reported by the BBC. The sculpture, weighing around 200 kilograms, was created by the London studio 3D Eye and depicts Bridget in a short dress with a diary and pen — symbols of the early films written by Helen Fielding.

New Agreements in Tourism and E-commerce Signed at the CARES Business Forum

During the business forum of the Central Asian Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC), which is taking place today, two important memoranda were signed. These documents pertain to cooperation in the fields of tourism and e-commerce, as reported by the Ministry of Economy. Agreement between tourism companies of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan

In Russia, a 15-year-old migrant is suspected of setting a police car on fire

In St. Petersburg, law enforcement agencies detained a 15-year-old migrant who is suspected of setting fire to a police car. The incident occurred near the traffic police department in the Admiralteysky district, as reported by TASS, citing the press service of the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia for St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region. According to the police, the teenager, who is a citizen of one of the Central Asian countries, set fire to the vehicle at the

Munarbek Seyitbek Uulu Reached the Final of the World Cup

The boxer Munarbek Seyitbek uulu reached the final of the World Boxing Cup, which is taking place in India. Currently, the final third stage of this competition is being held in Greater Noida.

Meta won the antitrust case regarding the acquisition of WhatsApp and Instagram

According to the court's decision, the FTC failed to prove that Meta holds a monopoly position in the market, which determined the outcome of the case in favor of the company. The FTC initiated the lawsuit in 2020, claiming that Meta's acquisition of Instagram in 2012 for $1 billion and WhatsApp in 2014 for $19 billion led to the establishment of a monopoly position in the social media market, which was illegally maintained.

Urban Planning Developer: In Bishkek, there are 300 cars for every 1,000 people

At a press conference dedicated to discussing the General Plan for the capital, Irina Grishechkina, Deputy Director of the Research Institute for Prospective Urban Development of Russia, reported that in Bishkek, there are 300 cars per 1,000 residents, which is quite a high figure. Irina noted that examples from the practices of other major cities around the world were taken into account when developing the General Plan.

In Nookat, a landfill was on fire: The sanitation service was fined 28,000 soms

In the village of Өсөр, a fire broke out at the landfill on November 18, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The flames engulfed the waste site and smoke covered Nookat.

Sezim Jumanzharova will compete for the bronze at the Islamic Games.

At the Islamic Games, Sezim Jumanaazarova will compete for the bronze medal. This information was published on the official website of the competition. In the bronze medal match, she will face Algerian athlete Tekouk Achuak Jamila.

Announcement of the competition for Kyrgyz-Chinese joint research projects

The Ministries of Science, Higher Education and Innovation of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Ministry of Science and Technology of China have announced the start of a competition for joint scientific research in 2026. This initiative arose from a protocol signed on July 18, 2025, within the framework of the Kyrgyz-Chinese Commission on Scientific and Technological Cooperation.

In the city of Kara-Suu, a suspect has been detained for fraud amounting to $28,000, committed about two years ago.

In Kara-Suu, a man has been detained who is suspected of committing fraudulent actions, as reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region. According to the information, on October 22, 2024, a local resident A.D., born in 1996, approached the police department of the Kara-Suu district.

NASA will launch a crewed mission to the Moon in early 2026

A press release published on NASA's website states that the launch of the Artemis II mission, which includes a crewed flight to the Moon, is scheduled no later than April 2026. According to the publication, NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen will spend about ten days in space, orbiting the Moon.

"Honored Health Worker" Gulmira Kasymova Has Passed Away

In the Naryn region, Gulmira Kydyrovna Kasymova, a nurse in the pediatric intensive care unit of the Naryn Regional Unified Hospital, has passed away. According to information from her colleagues, Gulmira was born in 1963 in the city of Naryn. After completing high school in 1981, she enrolled in a medical college, from which she graduated with a qualification as a pediatric nurse.

Taxi driver crashed into a park: "Hyundai Solaris" taken to the impound lot

In Osh, an incident occurred when a taxi driver drove onto the territory of a park located on Y. Monueva Street. This information was provided by the patrol service of the city of Osh.

Since the beginning of the year, 997 thousand traffic violations have been detected on the roads, - GUOBDD

According to data provided by the Main Department for Road Traffic Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, since the beginning of 2025, there have been 996,753 cases of traffic rule violations registered in Kyrgyzstan. According to the press service of the department, as a result of these violations, 139,557 vehicles were sent to impound lots.

A man was sentenced to 8.5 years in prison at Issyk-Kul for sexual relations with a minor.

In the Issyk-Kul region, the court issued a sentence of 8.5 years of imprisonment for a young man convicted of sexual acts with a minor. According to the case materials published in the State Register of Judicial Acts, on February 28, 2025, around 01:00, the accused Aman [name changed A.T.A.] engaged in sexual intercourse with the minor A.N. in a parked car, fully aware that she was not yet sixteen years old.

It became known which spice lowers "bad" cholesterol

A study conducted by scientists confirmed that black cumin seeds (Nigella sativa) have an effect that helps combat obesity. Results published in the journal Food Science & Nutrition (FS&N) show that the seed extract reduces fat accumulation in cell models without toxic effects. The researchers found that it effectively suppresses key genes responsible for fat deposition.

A Research Center for Air Pollution Study Opened at Osh State University

On the territory of Osh State University, an interagency research center IRCAPS has been opened, which will focus on studying air pollution. The official opening took place on November 18, as reported by university representatives. The ceremony was attended by Professor Nobutoshi Nava from the University of Tokyo, members of the Japanese delegation, Rector of OshSU Kudayberdi Kozhobekov, as well as faculty and students of the university.

Our People Abroad: Kanibek Ismailov Lives in a City Where They Can Take Your Car and Money, and in Some Cases Even Kill You

As part of the "Our People Abroad" series, we will tell you about Kanybek Ismailov, who has settled in Chicago, Illinois, USA. He was born in 1986 in Naryn and is the youngest of four children in his family.