In Bishkek, the number of children with ARVI is increasing: hundreds of patients seek help daily, - doctor of the City Children's Hospital

In Bishkek, there has been an increase in cases of ARVI and viral diseases among children. This was reported on December 10 by Aizada Orozbekova, a specialist at the City Children's Clinical Hospital for Emergency Medical Care, during a broadcast on "Birinchi Radio." According to her information, the day before, 694 children visited the institution, of which 39 were hospitalized, while about 95% received recommendations for outpatient treatment at home.

Maksym has entered the UNESCO Heritage List

The commission made a unanimous decision The National Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic for UNESCO has announced that traditional knowledge of preparing maxym has been included in the representative list of the intangible cultural heritage of humanity under the auspices of UNESCO.

Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on December 11: it will be frosty at night

No precipitation is forecasted in Kyrgyzstan. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature will drop to -15 degrees at night, while during the day it is expected to be +6.

The Vice Mayor of Bishkek spoke about where scooter parking will be prohibited.

The Vice Mayor of the capital, Azamat Kadyrov, presented proposals on December 10 to limit the parking of scooters in Bishkek. During a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council dedicated to issues of municipal property, land relations, and urban planning, a draft resolution regarding the regulation of the placement of individual mobility devices (IMD) in the city was reviewed. This document creates a legal basis for allocating municipal land for scooter, bicycle, and

"Under Video Cameras." Violations of Attorney-Client Privilege Reported in Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, the situation with attorney-client privilege raises serious concerns. This was stated by Cholpon Jakupova, head of the legal clinic "Adilet," during the "National Dialogue: Countering and Preventing Torture and Other Inhumane or Degrading Treatment and Punishment," held on December 10. “We are witnessing how lawyers are losing access to their clients. Who, if not the lawyer, is able to monitor the rights of their clients? The reduction of the independence of

Heavy snowfall caused massive evening traffic jams in Bishkek

After the snowfall that occurred the day before, significant traffic jams formed in Bishkek on the evening of December 10, leading to a slowdown in movement in many areas of the city. At the bus stops, a large crowd of people gathered, waiting for a bus. However, most of the vehicles were overcrowded and could not accommodate everyone who wanted to board.

Champions League: "Barcelona," "Atletico," "Bayern," and Golovin's Goal

The concluded matchday of the Champions League 2025/26 delighted fans with four unexpected twists. The teams "Barcelona," "Atletico Madrid," "Bayern Munich," and "Atalanta" achieved victories, while "Union" from Brussels nearly pulled off a sensational comeback, losing to "Marseille" with a score of 2:3.

"Достук" became the best team of 2025 in kok-boru

The award ceremony held at the Kaba Uulu Kozhomkul Sports Palace was organized to celebrate outstanding achievements in national sports for the year 2025. The State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports reported that during the event, the best athletes and federations were determined in various nominations.

In the city of Manas, illegally privatized dentistry is being returned to municipal ownership.

The dental clinic in the city of Manas, located in the Jalal-Abad region, has returned to municipal ownership after being recognized as illegally privatized. At the XX session of the X convocation of the Manas City Council, the issue of transferring the building to municipal ownership was raised, which received unanimous support from council members.

A snowstorm paralyzed traffic at the Sööк Pass

The Syrtovaya zone of the Jetty-Oguz district in the Issyk-Kul region is closed due to a snowstorm. This information was provided by representatives of the road maintenance enterprise No. 3.

The special school for blind children is planned to be relocated to Chon-Aryk, and the site is to be developed.

The Ministry of Education reported that they have no information Parents of children attending the specialized boarding school for the blind and visually impaired on Kulatov Street in Bishkek expressed concern about the possible relocation of the educational institution to Chon-Aryk.

Kyrgyzstan Received Exclusive Rights to the Brand "World Nomad Games"

The intellectual rights to the project have been transferred to the Ministry of Culture

Kyrgyzstan Recognized as the Best Foreign Destination for Tourists in 2025

Kyrgyzstan received international recognition

Citizens of Kyrgyzstan are urged not to visit border areas of Cambodia and Thailand

Active hostilities have resumed at the border between Thailand and Cambodia

Our People Abroad: From Batken to the Land of Vikings — The Story of Nuriza Salimjanova, Who Bakes Cakes for the Residents of Stockholm

Turmush continues to highlight the stories of Kyrgyzstani people who have found work and education outside their country. Nuriza Salimjanova, a native of Batken, was born in 1995. She currently lives with her husband and two daughters in Sweden. Nuriza shared her journey from Kyrgyzstan to this northern country, as well as cultural differences, challenges, and successes, with a Turmush correspondent.

Life in the Regions: Karakol Resident S. Aliyeva Preserves Dungan Culture Through Dance

Salima Alieva, who lives in Karakol, represents the Dungan community. She is a mother of four children and has founded a dance group aimed at promoting Dungan dances among the youth. Salima was born on June 23, 1975, and received a higher education in economics. She currently works at the Karakol incubation station and teaches English to children, actively developing the cultural heritage of her people through dance.

In Kyrgyzstan, plans are being made to change electricity tariffs

The project has been submitted for public discussion In Kyrgyzstan, plans are being made to amend electricity tariffs, as announced by representatives of the Cabinet.

The construction company was fined for violating safety regulations following residents' complaints.

A video appeal from residents of the 10th microdistrict of Bishkek has been received by the Ministry of Construction.

Promises Again. The Vice Mayor of Bishkek Announced Multi-Level Parking Instead of Demolished Garages

So far, only multi-story buildings are being constructed in their place The Vice Mayor of the capital, Azamat Kadyrov, announced at a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council that the construction of multi-level parking lots is planned on the sites of demolished garages. This statement was part of the discussion on issues related to the dismantling of garages in the "Alamedin-1" microdistrict and the creation of new parking spaces for local residents.

Our People Abroad: B. Mingbaev Lives in a Country with Exhausting Heat, Sometimes Too Formal Communication, and a Lack of Time

In the "Our People Abroad" section, we present Kyrgyzstani Babur Mingbaev, who is pursuing his professional career as a dentist in Dubai. Babur was born in 1991 in Osh. He is married and has children.

"Severelectro fines stores for using air conditioners and heaters"

The situation has caused discontent among journalist Semetey Amanbekov According to information posted on social media, employees of the company "Severelectro" have begun visiting stores where the use of air conditioners and heaters is prohibited. This was reported by journalist Semetey Amanbekov.

Human rights defenders urge to expedite the transfer of powers from the National Center for Torture Prevention to the Ombudsman

The Deputy Prime Minister, Edil Baisalov, stated at today's event dedicated to the fight against torture that the National Center for the Prevention of Torture was closed due to duplication of its functions with the ombudsman. This decision was not aimed at saving costs but was intended to strengthen the role of the ombudsman institution in the area of preventing torture. Baisalov assured that human rights defenders would receive full support in expanding their capabilities, budget, and

In Bishkek, a 14-year-old girl is being sought after going missing after leaving school.

According to information provided by the district police department, on December 9, 2025, a report was received at the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District of Bishkek from A. K. regarding the disappearance of her daughter, Aisezim Mirbekova, born in 2011. The girl's mother reported that around 12:30, Aisezim left school-gymnasium No. 117 in the village of Novopavlovka and boarded bus route No. 254. Approximately at 13:00, she got off at the stop in the residential area

Standard Chartered Bank Lowers Bitcoin Forecast. What Will the Cryptocurrency Rate Be in 2025 and 2026?

The bank's strategists noted that the recent changes in forecasts were a result of market correction, where Bitcoin fell approximately 36% from its historical high in October, reaching a level of $80,600 by the end of November. Despite this, the decline corresponds to "normal" fluctuations observed in the past. Kendrick, the bank's lead analyst, stated that the changes in forecasts were driven by new demand dynamics. He pointed out that the two main factors contributing to

The Story of One Family: Nuriza Kachkeeva Was About to Travel from Talas to Jalal-Abad, But Upon Returning Home, She Saw a White Car — Her Future Husband Was Inside

In the Talas region, in the village of Zhon-Aryk, there lives a teaching family: 42-year-old Bekbolot Jakypbekov and his 41-year-old wife Nuriza Kachkeeva. Nuriza, originally from the village of Kalba in the Talas district, graduated with honors from the "Manas" lyceum in 2000, where she studied physics and mathematics in depth. After that, she enrolled in the Faculty of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Cybernetics at the Kyrgyz National University named after J. Balasagyn, where

FOMS: Children under 6 years old are fully exempt from co-payments when hospitalized in a medical facility

The Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (MHIF) reminded how medical assistance is provided to children under 6 years old in case of their hospitalization in a hospital. Children in this age group are considered privileged patients and have the right to free inpatient treatment, in accordance with the State Guarantees Program.

People ranked 7th in the rating of monogamous animals, behind beavers and tamarins.

The style from the series has led to an arrest. The Taliban detained the "Afghan Shelbys."

In Afghanistan, authorities arrested four young men who were creating videos on social media inspired by the British series "Peaky Blinders." The group, calling themselves "Jebrail Shelby," was accused of violating "Islamic values" for wearing flat caps and three-piece suits, as well as for behavior that the Taliban deemed "promoting foreign culture." Photo from the internet. Taliban detains "Afghan Shelbys"

Deputy Head of the CEC Zhupueva spoke about cases in the Administrative Court, when deputies will be registered, and when the first meeting of the deputies of the 8th convocation will be held.

The Deputy Chairperson of the Central Commission for Elections and Referenda, Aydana Zhupueva, shared with AKIpress the details of the CEC's work following the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, which took place on November 30. - What stage are the elections currently at?

The President received the Ambassador of Saudi Arabia, concluding his mission in Kyrgyzstan.

On December 10, President Sadyr Japarov held a meeting with Ibrahim bin Radi Al-Radi, who is concluding his mission as the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the press service of the president's administration. The head of state expressed gratitude to the ambassador for his active work and significant contribution to strengthening bilateral relations.

In St. Petersburg, migrants are not allowed to work as taxi drivers and couriers until the end of 2026

The authorities of St. Petersburg have introduced a ban on migrant workers serving as taxi drivers and couriers, which will remain in effect until the end of 2026. This decision was made by Governor Alexander Beglov and announced by the city administration's press service. According to the new decree, employers in the city are prohibited from hiring foreign citizens with work patents in certain sectors of the economy.

BGK is interested in why the elevator at the overhead pedestrian bridge near the Alamedin market is not working.

A deputy of the Bishkek City Council, Kazybek Ergeshov from the "Yntymak" faction, raised the issue of the non-functioning elevator on the overpass pedestrian bridge located near the Alamedin market on December 10. At the meeting of the permanent commission on municipal property, land issues, urban planning, and architecture, Ergeshov noted that the elevator is not operational, despite the fact that the commission issued relevant instructions last year. The city administration had

At the BGK commission, issues with land in the Mykan residential area were discussed

At a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council, which deals with issues of municipal property, land relations, urban planning, and architecture, deputy Kazybek Ergeshov from the "Yntymak" party raised the issue of land plots in the Mykan residential area. This district was transferred from the Alamudun district to Bishkek as a result of the administrative-territorial reform. Ergeshov noted that the problem was discussed a year ago. Some local residents have

The GKNB reported on the return of strategically important assets to state ownership

The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (SCNS) reported the return of strategically significant water infrastructure facilities to state ownership. It became known that these important water management facilities were previously unlawfully appropriated by private individuals.

Nurdin Oruntaev: 40-story buildings can be built in Bishkek, the heating plant pipes are already in place

The head of the Ministry of Construction shared his opinion on the dense construction of high-rise buildings in the capital In Bishkek, there is a possibility to construct 40-story residential buildings, stated Nurdana Oruntaev, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, in an interview with KNA "Kabar".

Cold and Slippery. Weather Forecast for Bishkek and Kyrgyzstan for the Week

Bishkek December 11, Thursday At night, the temperature will be -13...-15 °C, with expected cloudiness.

Individual houses continue to rise in price in Bishkek

Over the past year, the cost of individual houses in Bishkek has increased by 27.2%. This data was obtained from an analysis conducted by the State Agency for Land Resources under the government. As for commercial premises, the average price per square meter is 94,818 soms (approximately $1,084), which is 33,967 soms less compared to November of last year.

The latest gene therapy method has allowed British doctors to save patients from a previously incurable form of leukemia, - "BBC"

Specialists from the United Kingdom have used a gene therapy method that recently seemed like science fiction to save patients with an aggressive form of blood cancer — T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. This became possible through the editing of DNA in leukocytes, which were transformed into a kind of "living medicine" aimed at destroying cancer cells. The first patient to undergo this treatment is 13-year-old Alyssa Tapley, who was featured by the BBC in 2022. To date, she shows

Kyrgyzstan Expands Transport and Energy Links with Azerbaijan

As part of his working visit to Azerbaijan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev held important negotiations regarding the expansion of cooperation in shipbuilding and the supply of petroleum products. Torobaev met in Baku with Ruslan Talibov, who is the chairman of the board of the Baku Shipbuilding Plant.

Nurdin Oruntaev believes that 40-story buildings in Bishkek are possible. He cited the heating plant pipes as an example.

At a meeting with representatives of the media, Nurdana Oruntaev stated that it is possible to construct 40-story buildings and even taller ones in Bishkek. As an example, he mentioned the sturdy pipes of the CHP. On the air of the "Kabar" agency, the minister noted that the country currently allows the construction of buildings up to 22 stories high without special technical requirements. For high-rise buildings over 22 stories, it is necessary to obtain a special conclusion from the

The recipe for the Kyrgyz drink "Maksym" has been included in the UNESCO list of intangible heritage.

The National Commission of Kyrgyzstan for UNESCO announced that the knowledge of preparing the traditional drink "Maksym" has been included in the representative list of the intangible cultural heritage of humanity. This decision was made unanimously on December 10, 2025, at the 20th session of the Intergovernmental Committee, which is taking place from December 8 to 13, 2025, in New Delhi, India. Preparing this nomination took four years, starting from the submission of the

Kyrgyz drink maksym included in the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

The UNESCO Secretariat has announced the inclusion of the traditional knowledge of preparing the Kyrgyz drink Maksym in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This decision was made at the 20th session of the Intergovernmental Committee, which is taking place from December 8 to 13 in New Delhi. The voting on this matter took place on December 10 and was unanimous.

Will the special school for blind children be moved to Chon-Aryk? Response from the Ministry of Education.

In Bishkek, at 37 Kulatov Street, there is a special boarding school for children with visual impairments. The question of its possible relocation to the villages of Chon-Aryk or Tash-Dobo has become relevant due to an appeal from one of the mothers, Nuriya Kurmanalieva, who expressed deep concern about this issue. She noted that moving such an educational institution could lead to problems with access to education for children. “The new school should be built in the same location. We have

The GSIN reported on measures to prevent torture at the National Dialogue in Bishkek

A National Dialogue dedicated to issues of combating torture and ill-treatment took place in Bishkek, as reported by the press service of the State Penitentiary Service (GPS) on December 10. Representatives from various government structures participated in the event. According to the Deputy Chairman of the GPS, Nurlan Sarchayev, video surveillance systems, body cameras, and measures to enhance control have been implemented in the institutions. In addition, programs for the resocialization of

The Kyrgyzstan national team (U-23) will play against "Alanyaspor" today.

Today, December 10, the youth national team of Kyrgyzstan in football (U-23) will play its debut friendly match during training camp in Turkey. In the confrontation with Edmar Lacerda's team, the opponent will be the club "Alanyaspor," representing the Turkish Super League.

In Bishkek, pavilions are being demolished on Sadygaliev Street

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the land use control department announced the recognition of several pavilions on Sadigaliyev Street as illegal, which led to their demolition. This information was provided by the press service of the city hall. According to municipal data, these structures were installed without the necessary permits.

A special briefing on the promotion of Kyrgyzstan's candidacy for the UN Security Council for 2027-2028 was held at the SCO Secretariat.

On December 10, 2025, in Beijing, at the Secretariat of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, the Permanent Representative of Kyrgyzstan, Rahman Adanov, held a special briefing. He informed the permanent representatives of the SCO member states and the staff of the Secretariat about the document signed on November 16 at the Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia in Tashkent. This document contains "An Appeal from the Heads of State of the region to the member states

Agricultural fairs continue in Bishkek and the regions

In Bishkek and across the country, agricultural fairs will be held periodically until June 2026, where local farmers, producers, and craftsmen present socially important food products to the population. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, these fairs are organized to maintain stability in the domestic market and provide citizens with quality products at reasonable prices.