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Incidents

A criminal case has been initiated in the Issyk-Ata district regarding the beating of a 21-year-old resident.

On December 31, 2025, the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata District received information from the Operational Management Center of the Chui Region that U. I., born in 2004, a resident of the village of Dmitrievka, had been delivered to a medical facility with various injuries. According to preliminary information, the injuries were the result of an attack by unidentified individuals. In this regard, a criminal case has been initiated under Article 130 "Causing serious harm to

03.01.2026, 12:40
In the world

Explosions Rocked the Capital of Venezuela

On the night of January 3, explosions were heard in Caracas, the capital of Venezuela. This has been reported by agencies such as Associated Press and Reuters. According to media reports, planes flying at low altitude were spotted in the sky over the city, and at least one smoking object was observed. In the southern part of Caracas, near a major military base, a power outage occurred. According to Associated Press, at least seven explosions were recorded. Venezuelan officials have not yet

03.01.2026, 12:39
In South Korea, nearly 80 percent of dog meat farms have closed down.
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In South Korea, nearly 80 percent of dog meat farms have closed down.

The process of winding down the industry related to dog meat farming is actively ongoing in South Korea. According to official data, after the adoption of a law for the phased ban on dog meat, 1204 out of 1537 specialized farms have already ceased to exist, which accounts for approximately 78% of the total number.

03.01.2026, 12:36
Tashiev called on the Chinese to study Kyrgyz in purest Russian language
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Tashiev called on the Chinese to study Kyrgyz in purest Russian language

At the end of 2025, Chairman of the State National Security Committee Kamchybek Tashiev made a statement at a meeting dedicated to the construction of roads in the Issyk-Kul region. His words, addressed to representatives of the Chinese company China Road, quickly became a topic of discussion in public circles.

03.01.2026, 12:10
Voice Connecting Eras. Baktybek Ibykeev - Kyrgyz Maestro of Russian Romance
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Voice Connecting Eras. Baktybek Ibykeev - Kyrgyz Maestro of Russian Romance

Photo 24.kg Baktybek Ibykeev, the People's Artist of the Kyrgyz Republic and opera singer, is remarkably modest despite his vast experience and talent. However, when the conversation turns to Russian romances and works from the war years, his eyes fill with fire, and he begins not just to talk but to share his songs, allowing one to feel all his love for music. Julia Babich, a distinguished artist and accompanist, has been collaborating with Baktybek for over two decades. She notes that

03.01.2026, 12:06
Incidents

Mass brawl between residents of neighboring villages. 29 people were taken to the police.

A criminal case has been opened in the Chui region regarding a mass brawl that occurred in the Issyk-Ata district. During the investigation, 29 individuals were identified and brought to the internal affairs authorities, of which 11 were detained, and administrative protocols were drawn up for 18 others. According to the information from the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region, on January 2, 2026, the "102" service received information about a fight between young

03.01.2026, 12:00
Kyrylo Budanov appointed head of the Office of the President of Ukraine
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Kyrylo Budanov appointed head of the Office of the President of Ukraine

Kyrylo Budanov // Office of the President of Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the start of an internal reboot aimed at strengthening state resilience. Among the key appointments: Kyrylo Budanov has become the new head of the Office of the President, with his main efforts focused on security issues and the negotiation process.

03.01.2026, 11:59
Workers of the Mayluu-Suu plant will be temporarily sent on unpaid leave. A special group will address the company's issues.
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Workers of the Mayluu-Suu plant will be temporarily sent on unpaid leave. A special group will address the company's issues.

The press service of the Cabinet of Ministers notes that the purpose of the meeting was to discuss the current state of the factory. During the meeting, issues related to production volumes, employee salaries, and social aspects were considered, as well as strategies for preserving and developing the enterprise. Factory employees expressed concern about the decline in production volumes, delays in salary payments, and potential layoffs. In response to these issues, it was reported that the

03.01.2026, 11:52
Kazakhstanis "cancel" Philip Kirkorov after controversial judging on the show
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Kazakhstanis "cancel" Philip Kirkorov after controversial judging on the show

At the finale of the show "Stars," where the team "Astana" performed, led by captain Anatoly Tsoy, the Kazakhstanis managed to score 22 points, tying with Ivan Abramov's "Dream Team." However, Kirkorov, who was supposed to determine the winner, awarded 6 points to Abramov's team and only 3 points to "Astana," which caused dissatisfaction among the audience.

03.01.2026, 11:49
Local news

Top 15 Most Anticipated Movies of 2026

In 2026, we can expect a multitude of exciting premieres: film studios are preparing sequels to well-known franchises, large-scale auteur projects, and ambitious reboots. These films are already attracting the attention of audiences and industry professionals. We have compiled a list of 15 films from various genres that are worth looking forward to in 2026 and that will be interesting to watch.

03.01.2026, 11:46
Café Owners in Bishkek Commented on the Demolition of the Half-Century-Old Poplar
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Café Owners in Bishkek Commented on the Demolition of the Half-Century-Old Poplar

Photo of the café owners In the center of Bishkek, near the café at the intersection of Akhunbaeva and Shukurova streets, a poplar tree that was about fifty years old was cut down. This event sparked heated discussions among local residents, and the owners of the establishment decided to clarify the situation. The café owners stated that the initiative to cut down the tree did not come from them, but from the city service. The cutting work was carried out by specialists from

03.01.2026, 11:40
Local news

Four Girls Detained for Fighting in a Public Place

On the night of January 2, a fight involving several girls occurred at an entertainment venue in Bishkek, located on Jumabek Street. This was reported by the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department. According to a report received at 102 around 3:00 AM, this incident was registered in the Incident Log of the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department.

03.01.2026, 11:38
Local news / Cultural news

A new modern museum will be built in the city of Manas

The Department of Capital Construction has announced the start of a tender for technical supervision services related to the construction of a new modern museum in the city of Manas. The construction will take place on Kurmanbek Street and will be equipped with all necessary facilities. According to information posted on the government procurement portal, a quotation request method with established qualification requirements is being used for this tender. Proposals will be evaluated in the

03.01.2026, 11:30
South Korean Court Issues Additional Arrest Warrant for Former President Yoon Suk Yeol
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South Korean Court Issues Additional Arrest Warrant for Former President Yoon Suk Yeol

Yoon Suk Yeol Yoon Suk Yeol is under investigation on charges related to rebellion and other offenses. In July 2025, he was re-arrested on charges of obstructing justice. According to South Korean law, the maximum period of detention during the first-instance trial is six months; however, the court may extend this period if new charges arise. It is expected that the former president will be detained again for another six months.

03.01.2026, 11:17
The Return of "The Night Manager" and New Thrillers: Series for Next Week
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The Return of "The Night Manager" and New Thrillers: Series for Next Week

Tom Hiddleston as 'The Night Manager' from the series of the same name From January 5 to 11, 2026, viewers will be able to enjoy new seasons of popular thrillers and crime dramas on streaming platforms and television channels. The focus is on the return of Tom Hiddleston in 'The Night Manager', the finale of investigations in 'Saint Pierre', and new anime series. 1 'The Night Manager', thriller, second season (January 11)

03.01.2026, 11:16
Health

Coronary Stenting Turns 40 in 2026. What Should We Know?

Professor Igor Pershukov shares his memories and reflections on coronary stenting. I.V. Pershukov – professor and doctor of medical sciences, head of the Department of Hospital Therapy with a course in Radiological Diagnostics and Oncology at Jalal-Abad State University. In 1977, a young doctor, Andreas Roland Grunzig, created the first balloon in his kitchen and performed coronary angioplasty by pushing aside the plaque in the coronary artery, ensuring normal blood flow. This breakthrough

03.01.2026, 11:13
In Kyrgyzstan, dependence on imported vegetable oil is decreasing
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, dependence on imported vegetable oil is decreasing

In 2025, five new oilseed processing plants were launched in the country According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture, the measures taken to substitute imported vegetable oil are beginning to yield noticeable results. Thus, by the end of 2024, the level of self-sufficiency in the domestic market due to local production increased from 20.2% in 2022 to 50%.

03.01.2026, 11:09
Incidents

A large fire in a dormitory has been extinguished in Bishkek

On January 2, 2026, a fire broke out in a dormitory in the Pervomaisky district of Bishkek, according to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations. Five fire crews, one aerial ladder, as well as the headquarters and operational group of the Crisis Management Center of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan were involved in combating the fire.

03.01.2026, 10:56
Local news

From January 20, the entry rules to Kyrgyzstan will change for Russians under 14 years old.

According to information posted on the website of the Border Service of the FSB of Russia, starting from January 20, 2024, children from Russia under the age of 14 will be prohibited from traveling to countries such as Abkhazia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and South Ossetia using only a birth certificate. These changes, recorded in federal law, require that children obtain an international passport for trips abroad. However, teenagers over the age of 14 will still be able to travel to the

03.01.2026, 10:44
Incidents

In one of the establishments in Bishkek, 4 girls got into a fight. They were taken to the police.

In the Sverdlovsk District Department of Internal Affairs, citizens K.M. (born in 2001), A.N. and M.M. (both born in 2004), as well as B.R. (born in 2001) were detained on suspicion of violating public order. As reported by the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Directorate, on January 2 at around 03:00, a signal was received at the "102" number of the Bishkek City Police Department that several women had gotten into a scuffle at one of the entertainment

03.01.2026, 10:43
Kyrgyzstan has entered the top 0.4 percent of people with the highest IQ in the world
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Kyrgyzstan has entered the top 0.4 percent of people with the highest IQ in the world

Photo by Aida Donbaeva Aida Donbaeva, a native of Kyrgyzstan, became a member of Mensa at the age of 20 — an international association uniting people with high intelligence. She shared details of her success with a journalist from 24.kg. In early June 2024, Aida took the international Mensa IQ test in the Czech Republic. The test was conducted in one of the classrooms of the Czech Technical University (ČVUT) under the supervision of an examiner. It included 30-40 logical problems that were

03.01.2026, 10:38
The first magnetic storm of 2026 has begun on Earth
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The first magnetic storm of 2026 has begun on Earth

The first magnetic storm of the new year 2026 has begun on Earth. According to the Solar Astronomy Laboratory, this phenomenon was recorded on January 2 at around 11:00 PM Moscow time. Like most similar storms, it has a planetary nature. The forecast for the storm was made the day before when geomagnetic indices began to rise due to the influx of plasma ejected into space as a result of the M7.1 solar flare that occurred on December 31, just before the new year. Thus, Earth received a response

03.01.2026, 10:24
The police brought in 29 people in connection with a fight between residents of two villages in the Issyk-Ata district.
Incidents / Exclusive

The police brought in 29 people in connection with a fight between residents of two villages in the Issyk-Ata district.

On January 2, 2026, the duty unit of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region received a signal about a mass brawl that occurred in the center of the rural district of the Issyk-Ata district. The conflict between young people from different villages prompted immediate intervention from law enforcement agencies. According to information from the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, the incident was registered in the established manner. Employees of the

03.01.2026, 10:24
Incidents

Mass brawl in Chuy region: 11 people detained

A criminal case has been initiated regarding a mass brawl in the Issyk-Ata district, classified under Article 280 ("Hooliganism") of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. This was reported by the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui region. During the incident, 11 people were detained, and protocols were drawn up against 18 others for violating public order.

03.01.2026, 10:24
Exclusive

A tournament in freestyle wrestling among cadets was held in the city of Kara-Balta.

From December 26 to 27, 2025, a district tournament in freestyle wrestling for cadets born between 2011 and 2018 took place in Kara-Balta at the "Manas" sports complex. This event featured 230 young athletes representing both the city itself and the settlements of the Jaiyl district. Below are the names of the winners and prizewinners in various weight categories:

03.01.2026, 10:23
Incidents

In 2025, 418 people died in aviation accidents worldwide

According to data provided by the Aviation Safety Network, in 2025, a total of 418 people died worldwide as a result of aviation accidents. This resource collects information on incidents in civil aviation around the globe. When analyzing, aircraft with a capacity of 14 passengers or more are taken into account. Within this statistics, 352 victims were passengers, while 33 people were crew members. Additionally, another 33 fatalities did not fall into these categories. Although this figure

03.01.2026, 10:23
Incidents

In Bishkek, missing Adinai Mirlanova found

Adinay Mirlanova, born in 2009, was found, as reported by the press service of the Leninsky District Internal Affairs Department. Recall that on December 28 at 10:00, the girl left her home located on Azhybek Baatyr Street in Bishkek, and after that, her whereabouts were unknown.

03.01.2026, 10:15
Incidents

Fight in the Issyk-Ata District: 29 people were taken to the police, 11 were detained, and protocols were drawn up for 18.

In the Issyk-Ata district, a criminal investigation has been initiated in connection with a recent fight. The Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region received 29 individuals, among whom 11 were detained, and 18 were issued protocols for violating public order. According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, the incident occurred on January 2, when a report of a fight between young people from different villages in the center of one of the

03.01.2026, 10:11
Local news / Exclusive

In the village of Kyzyl-Tuu in the At-Bashinsky district, a creative group "Shayir Apalar" has been established.

In the Naryn region, in the village of Kyzyl-Tuu, a new creative group called "Shayir Apalar" has been established. Recently, a cultural event took place in the village to mark the emergence of this creative association. The initiative to create it was taken by the deputy of the village council, Farida Tokusheva, and the head of the club, Salamat Toloova. To implement the idea, they prepared and submitted a project costing 100,000 soms to the Policy Development Institute, which

03.01.2026, 10:03
As a result of a fire in a dormitory in Bishkek, there are no casualties.
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As a result of a fire in a dormitory in Bishkek, there are no casualties.

Photo by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations On January 2, a major fire occurred in a dormitory for foreign students in Bishkek, which was completely extinguished by midnight, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. Fortunately, no one was injured. The fire broke out in the evening, and emergency services were notified. The dormitory is located in the Pervomaisky district of the capital.

03.01.2026, 09:37
Turkey expands its influence in Central Asia and challenges Moscow
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Turkey expands its influence in Central Asia and challenges Moscow

As noted by the publication BZ, Turkey is rapidly increasing its influence in Central Asia by implementing financial initiatives, developing defense agreements, and conducting joint military exercises with Turkic states. However, the author of the publication emphasizes that competing with Russia in this region will not be easy.

03.01.2026, 09:21
Mongolian Student Wins Silver and Bronze at the International Olympiad in Mathematics and Natural Sciences
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Mongolian Student Wins Silver and Bronze at the International Olympiad in Mathematics and Natural Sciences

The event featured competitions in mathematics and natural sciences for students of primary and secondary schools, as well as cultural activities and excursions were organized. ALDAR Battulga ALDAR Battulga, a student of the International Mathematics Centre, demonstrated outstanding abilities at the Southeast Asian International Olympiad held in Osaka from December 19 to 22, 2025, and won:

03.01.2026, 09:20
Incidents

Accident on Molodaya Gvardiya-Moskovskaya: Passengers of the bus injured

On January 2, 2026, at approximately 18:44, an accident occurred at the intersection of Young Guard Boulevard and Moskovskaya Street, involving four vehicles, reports the press service of UPSM. A Hyundai Sonata traveling north on Young Guard Boulevard collided with a route bus No. 4 of the Zhong Tong brand. The bus was traveling west on Moskovskaya Street. After the impact, the Hyundai Sonata continued moving and crashed into parked vehicles, a Kia Morning and another Hyundai Sonata. To avoid a

03.01.2026, 09:16
Local news / Cultural news

At the IZO Museum, a lecture titled "The Christmas Theme in European Art of the 13th-18th Centuries: Icons and Frescoes" will take place.

On January 6, a lecture titled "The Christmas Theme in European Art from the 13th to the 18th Century: Icons and Frescoes" will be held at the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. In the run-up to Christmas, participants will have the opportunity to explore examples of religious painting, investigating the richness and diversity of artistic interpretations of a single canonical theme.

03.01.2026, 09:07