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Kazakhstan has announced an international search for blogger Mellstroy
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Kazakhstan has announced an international search for blogger Mellstroy

Photo from the internet Kazakhstan has initiated an international search for Belarusian blogger and streamer Andrei Burim, better known as Mellstroy. This information was published by the news agency RIA Novosti based on official data. According to the ministry, Burim is suspected of organizing a large-scale advertising campaign for the online casino Mellstroy.game, which targeted users in Kazakhstan. The blogger used social media to conduct various contests and challenges, where participants

17.11.2025, 17:18
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Man dies after being beaten in the recreation area of the village of Kara-Oy — among the 4 suspects, 2 are police officers

In the Issyk-Kul region, an investigation is underway regarding the beating of a man. The Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region confirmed the information about the initiation of investigative actions. On November 15, a report was received at the duty unit of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul district stating that unidentified individuals had inflicted bodily harm on citizen E.B., born in 1980, in one of the recreation areas in the village of Kara-Oy (Dolinka). In

17.11.2025, 17:12
Local news

Mass Brawl of Drivers. The Ministry of Health Reported on the Condition of the Injured

According to the press service of the Ministry of Health, the condition of the victim in the incident involving drivers is assessed as moderate severity. The conflict reported by the police occurred on November 15 near the village of Konstantinovka in the Alamudun district of the Chui region. The reason for the quarrel was that the drivers were unable to pass each other on the roadway, which led to a fight. A criminal case has been initiated against the participants in the incident under

17.11.2025, 17:10
Economy

At the Ministry of Economic Development, support for the textile industry and access to products in the Russian Federation were discussed.

A meeting dedicated to supporting the textile industry and issues related to the access of its products to the Russian market was held at the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic. The press service of the ministry reported this. During the meeting, participants discussed the problems faced by domestic products when entering the Russian market. It was noted that difficulties arose due to increased control by Russian authorities.

17.11.2025, 17:09
Local news / Exclusive

A Creative Evening with the Author of the Satirical Song "Sell the Hair of Your Armpit" Sagynbek Mombekov Took Place in Talas

In the Bakai-Ata district, an evening dedicated to the creativity of Sagynbek Mombekov, a renowned singer and composer, took place. He became popular thanks to his socially relevant songs performed with a guitar. His unique style of performance sets him apart from other artists. This information was provided by a Turmush correspondent.

17.11.2025, 17:03
Local news

A Comedy Series About the War in Ukraine Will Be Filmed in Russia

A new series dedicated to the lives of recruits at the front has been announced on the PREMIER platform. This was reported by DW. The series titled "The Other Side of the Coin" will depict the lives of recruits in a comedic light, and the project will be directed by a veteran named Kuba.

17.11.2025, 17:02
The burned three-story house on Aitmatov Avenue has been declared emergency and uninhabitable.
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The burned three-story house on Aitmatov Avenue has been declared emergency and uninhabitable.

The Mayor of Bishkek, Aybek Junushaliev, visited the burned house on Chyngyz Aitmatov Avenue, where a fire recently occurred. The mayor spoke with local residents, listened to their concerns, and clarified that the city administration has already begun providing urgent assistance to the affected families. Following the inspection, it became clear that the building sustained serious damage and can no longer be used for habitation. The city administration is considering several options to

17.11.2025, 16:56
In the capital of the Philippines, thousands of people took to the streets to protest against corruption
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In the capital of the Philippines, thousands of people took to the streets to protest against corruption

Photo from the internet On November 17, a mass gathering took place in Manila, with over 200,000 participants. The main goal of the event is to demand a fair investigation into corruption schemes related to flood control projects. This was reported by Reuters. The protests began on November 16 and soon gathered over 600,000 participants. The organizers were a church known for its active stance and support of various political movements.

17.11.2025, 16:56
The Mayor of Bishkek visited the fire victims
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The Mayor of Bishkek visited the fire victims

As a result of the fire that occurred in a building on Chyngyz Aitmatov Avenue, the Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, visited the affected area. He spoke with residents, listened to their requests, and announced the start of urgent assistance for families affected by the fire, as reported by the press service of the mayor's office. According to preliminary data, the building sustained serious damage and has become uninhabitable. The mayor's office has developed several

17.11.2025, 16:55
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Ermamat Uulu Almazbek headed the Batken Inter-District Labor Management

Ermamat uulu Almazbek has been appointed as the head of the Batken Interdistrict Department of Labor, Social Security, and Migration, the press service of the Batken District State Administration reported. The appointment was made based on a joint order from the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration and the Batken District State Administration as part of a rotation process.

17.11.2025, 16:38
Court in Kazakhstan sentenced two men to life imprisonment for the murder of a girl
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Court in Kazakhstan sentenced two men to life imprisonment for the murder of a girl

A court process took place in Kazakhstan, resulting in two men being found guilty of murdering a young woman and sentenced to life imprisonment, as reported by the press service of the country's Supreme Court. According to the case materials, the defendants were charged under Article 99 of the Criminal Code, paragraphs 7 and 8 of part 2, as well as paragraph 6 of part 2 of Article 202. In determining the sentence, the court took into account the "particular severity and cynicism of

17.11.2025, 16:37
Economy / Exclusive

Butchers in the city of Kara-Kul have been given the maximum allowable prices for beef and lamb

In Kara-Kul, located in the Jalal-Abad region, inspections are being conducted aimed at controlling food prices. The event involves Vice Mayor Manas Abdykalikov, as well as representatives from the tax service, police, and municipal administration. On one of the weekends, they visited the central market, where they interacted with sellers and studied current prices for various products. During the visit, efforts were made to explain the unacceptability of artificially raising prices on socially

17.11.2025, 16:36
Local news

FAO has calculated the damage to global agriculture from natural disasters

According to a new report from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), global agriculture has suffered significant losses due to natural disasters over the past 33 years, amounting to $3.26 trillion, or $99 billion per year. This corresponds to approximately 4% of the world's agricultural gross domestic product. The report states that from 1991 to 2023, natural disasters resulted in the loss of 4.6 billion tons of grains, 2.8 billion tons of fruits and

17.11.2025, 16:36
Trump supported the bill on secondary sanctions against Russia
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Trump supported the bill on secondary sanctions against Russia

As Trump noted: “You all know that this was my initiative. Any country doing business with Russia will face the harshest sanctions. Iran may also be subject to these measures,” Reuters reports. The bill on secondary sanctions against Russia, proposed by Senators Lindsey Graham (Republican) and Richard Blumenthal (Democrat), was introduced in the spring of 2025. The document includes a 500% tariff on imports from countries purchasing Russian oil, natural gas, or uranium, and has received

17.11.2025, 16:34
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In the city of Manas, a guy had 30% of his tongue and 40% of his lip bitten off — his sister revealed new details

The sister of the young man from Manas, who sustained injuries to his tongue and lip, shared details of the incident, refuting allegations of attempted rape. Turmush reported that on November 8, 2025, a 26-year-old man was hospitalized at the Jalal-Abad Regional Clinical Hospital with a partially bitten tongue and lower lip. Initially, this incident was explained as an accidental bite during a kiss with an 18-year-old girl. Later, in an interview with the media, the girl claimed that the man

17.11.2025, 16:31
Economy

Kyrgyzstan Significantly Reduced Foreign Trade

According to data from the Ministry of Economy, from January to September of the current year, the volume of foreign economic activity in Kyrgyzstan amounted to $11.3 billion, which is 8.3% lower than in the same period last year. The decrease in foreign economic turnover is associated with both a decline in export volumes and a reduction in imports. In particular, exports decreased mainly due to a sharp decline in supplies of live animals (by 8.2 times), footwear (by 4.3 times), copper waste

17.11.2025, 16:29
Former Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sentenced to Death
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Former Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sentenced to Death

In Bangladesh, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has received a death sentence from the International Criminal Tribunal. This decision was made in absentia and is related to charges of crimes against humanity that she committed during the unrest that occurred last year, as reported by Kazinform, citing NDTV. The court found Hasina guilty on three counts, concluding a months-long trial in which she was accused of using brutal measures to suppress student protests. These events led to the

17.11.2025, 16:28
Former Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death in absentia
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Former Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death in absentia

A panel of three judges from the International Tribunal for Crimes, a specialized court in Bangladesh, found Hasina guilty of inciting the murder of protesters carried out by security forces. She is also charged with orders to use firearms, as well as the use of drones and helicopters to suppress protests. Sheikh Hasina denies all charges. Along with her, the former Minister of Home Affairs and the Chief of Police were also convicted, according to information from the BBC.

17.11.2025, 16:24
Local news / Exclusive

Money, Bank Cards, and Passport: Inspectors in Talas Found the Owner of the Lost Wallet

In Talas, the inspection staff managed to return a lost wallet to its owner, as reported by the press service of the Regional Department of Internal Affairs. “During our group's work at the market, a woman approached us with information about a found wallet. She asked for help in locating its owner and returning it. Inside the wallet were a passport, bank cards, and cash,” the agency reported.

17.11.2025, 16:23
News / Education news

In the village of Epkin, a 150-seat school will be built in the Jumgal district.

In the village of Epkin, located in the Jumgal district, a school named after A. Sadyrbaev will be built with a capacity of 150 student places. The corresponding announcement was made by the Naryn Regional Department of Capital Construction, which operates under the Department of Housing and Civil Construction. According to information posted on the government procurement portal, the design of the school will be carried out based on standard projects.

17.11.2025, 16:21
Sports

Alimardon Shukurov leaves "Torpedo BelAZ"

The midfielder of the national team of Kyrgyzstan, Alimardon Shukurov, is leaving the Belarusian club "Torpedo BelAZ." Shukurov joined the team from Zhodino in 2024 and spent two seasons there.

17.11.2025, 16:20
Local news / Exclusive

In the Aitmatov District, memorial sculptures have been unveiled for the victims of political repressions.

In the Aitmatov district, a ceremony was held to unveil memorial sculptures in honor of Ancestors' Day. This was reported by a Turmush correspondent. These sculptures commemorate the memory of outstanding state and public figures who became victims of political repression in 1937–1938, including Törökulu Aitmatov, Erkinbek Esenamanov, and Sultanbek Mongolbaev.

17.11.2025, 16:19
Local news / Exclusive

An Agricultural Fair Took Place in Toguz-Toro

The agricultural fair took place in Toguz-Toro, as reported by the district administration. According to officials, the event was held in front of the A. Sydykov House of Culture in the village of Kazarman, where local farmers showcased their products at affordable prices.

17.11.2025, 16:16
The Chuy Chamber Orchestra Successfully Performed at the Festival in Tashkent
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The Chuy Chamber Orchestra Successfully Performed at the Festival in Tashkent

The Chui Chamber Orchestra brilliantly represented Kyrgyzstan at the II International Music Festival "Golden Autumn," which took place in Tashkent from November 3 to 10. According to information from the Ministry of Culture of Kyrgyzstan, the musicians performed in the Grand Hall of the State Conservatory of Uzbekistan, as well as in the concert hall of the R. M. Glière Music School. Their repertoire included works by world-renowned composers as well as pieces by Kyrgyz authors,

17.11.2025, 16:15
In the second round of the presidential elections in Chile, a communist and an ultra-conservative advanced
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In the second round of the presidential elections in Chile, a communist and an ultra-conservative advanced

José Antonio Kast and Janette Jara In the elections in Chile held on November 16, none of the candidates managed to secure the necessary majority of votes to win in the first round. As a result of the voting, the top positions were taken by Janette Jara, representing the Communist Party and a former Minister of Labor, and ultra-conservative José Antonio Kast. Jara, according to Associated Press data, received about 27% of the votes, which was below the expected result, while Kast garnered 24%

17.11.2025, 16:14
Central Asia and Azerbaijan: A New Stage of Spiritual Heritage and Enlightenment
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Central Asia and Azerbaijan: A New Stage of Spiritual Heritage and Enlightenment

Mid-November marked an important cultural event for Central Asia and Azerbaijan — the international congress "Spiritual Heritage and Enlightenment in Central Asia" took place in Tashkent, gathering around 300 prominent scholars, writers, artists, filmmakers, and religious leaders. From November 12 to 16, the forum became not just a platform for discussing ideas but a symbol of a new stage in the rapprochement of cultures and spirituality in the region. Photo 24.kg. Museum of Islamic

17.11.2025, 16:10
Kyrgyz Football: The Premier League will be the Higher League, and the National League has become the First League
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Kyrgyz Football: The Premier League will be the Higher League, and the National League has become the First League

Kamchybek Tashiev, the president of the Kyrgyz Football Union, held a meeting with representatives of the clubs participating in the Kyrgyz Premier League. According to the KFU, the meeting was attended by leaders of the KFU, KPL, and players from football teams, including "Dordoi," "Alga," "Ilbirs," "Bishkek City," "Asiagol," "Kyrgyzaltyn," "Abdysh-Ata," "Talant," "Neftchi," "Muras United,"

17.11.2025, 16:08
The main climbing evening of the year took place in Bishkek
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The main climbing evening of the year took place in Bishkek

An important ceremony for climbers took place in Bishkek, where the results of the season were summarized by the Federation of Mountaineering and Climbing of the Kyrgyz Republic. The event was attended by athletes, instructors, rescuers, government representatives, and partners.

17.11.2025, 16:07
Economy

Authorities reported where and what is rising in price the fastest in Kyrgyzstan

According to information provided by Deputy Chairman of the National Statistics Committee Bakytbek Shokenov at a press conference in Bishkek, from January to October 2023, consumer prices and tariffs in the country increased by 7.1% compared to December of the previous year. In particular, there was a recorded increase in prices for food and non-alcoholic beverages by 7.4%, for alcoholic beverages and tobacco products by 6.7%, and for non-food goods by 5.6%.

17.11.2025, 16:01
The Mamyrkulova Case: Court Rejected Recusals and Postponed Hearing to December 8
Incidents

The Mamyrkulova Case: Court Rejected Recusals and Postponed Hearing to December 8

Photo from the archive. Kanyshay Mamyrkulova Today, a hearing took place in the Bishkek City Court regarding the case of journalist Kanyshay Mamyrkulova, during which the defense's motions to recuse the judge and prosecutor were dismissed. This was reported by lawyer Akynbek Nogaev, commenting on the results of the hearing. The defense requested the recusal of presiding judge Adylbek Esenbaev due to his previous ruling concerning lawyer Asel Mamyrkulova, which the defense deemed illegal

17.11.2025, 15:58
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Our People Abroad: Nazik Akmatova Lives in a Country Where the Wealthiest Are Considered to Be Medical Professionals and Teachers

In the new section "Our People Abroad," we will meet 28-year-old Nazik Akmatova, a native of the Chui region, who has been living in Heidelberg, Germany, for seven years. Nazik works as a nurse in the psychiatric department of a university clinic, specializing in the treatment of depression. She completed a three-year training program called Ausbildung to obtain this profession.

17.11.2025, 15:56
Kurmanov: Atambayev is already in the past and does not even deserve our attention
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Kurmanov: Atambayev is already in the past and does not even deserve our attention

Zainidin Kurmanov, a well-known public and political figure, characterized the recent statements of Almazbek Atambayev, which appeared in some media outlets, as populist and naive. The expert believes that through manipulation, Atambayev seeks to return to the political arena and create a rift in society. “People who are savvy in political intrigues do not deserve our attention. World practice shows that empty talk and playing to the gallery often overshadow common sense. This primarily

17.11.2025, 15:47
Local news

Russia will shoot a comedy series about the war in Ukraine

The online cinema PREMIER from Russia has announced work on a new series dedicated to recruits at the front. This was reported by DW. The series, titled "The Other Side of the Coin," will present events at the front in a comedic light, and the main character, a veteran named Kuba, will be directed by Oleg Fomin.

17.11.2025, 15:43
In the capital of the Philippines, hundreds of thousands protest against corruption
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In the capital of the Philippines, hundreds of thousands protest against corruption

In Manila, more than 550,000 people took to the streets to express their protest against corrupt actions related to the construction of flood protection facilities. In particular, those close to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. are suspected of corruption. According to DW agency, large-scale demonstrations took place on Sunday, November 16, when participants called for accountability for those involved in the embezzlement of budget funds allocated for infrastructure projects aimed at combating

17.11.2025, 15:42