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Netflix will release a new show titled "Physical Asia: Welcome To Mongolia"
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Netflix will release a new show titled "Physical Asia: Welcome To Mongolia"

The streaming platform Netflix announced on Wednesday the return of the popular fitness series "Physical: Asia" with a new Mongolian spin-off at the end of this month. The spin-off, tentatively titled "Physical: Welcome to Mongolia," will be presented in a reality show format. It will feature competitions between Mongolian and Korean participants who took part in the final challenge of "Physical: Asia" during their stay in Mongolia. Among the show's

04.12.2025, 04:14
Sports

Kyrgyzstani boxers arrived in Dubai to participate in the World Boxing Championship

A team of boxers from Kyrgyzstan has arrived in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to participate in the World Boxing Championship. The athletes expressed their gratitude to President Sadyr Japarov, as well as to the President of the International Boxing Association (IBA) Umar Kremlov for their support and for the postponement of the competition's start date.

03.12.2025, 23:39
Sports

The start of the World Boxing Championship in the UAE has been postponed by one day

The President of the International Boxing Association (IBA), Umar Kremliev, announced the postponement of the start of the World Boxing Championship in the UAE by one day. The event was originally scheduled to begin today in Dubai, but its opening is now planned for December 4. The reason for the date change was difficulties in obtaining visas for boxers from Kyrgyzstan. "We postponed the start by a day due to visa issues. The tournament will begin on December 4. All athletes have already

03.12.2025, 22:43
Local news

In the Kochkor District, a fair is taking place where meat can be purchased for 600 soms.

In the Naryn region, specifically in the Kochkor district, a social fair has started, offering meat products at affordable prices. This information was published by the Ministry of Agriculture. According to the agency, this fair is organized to curb price increases in the region, as well as to ensure the availability of food for socially vulnerable groups and to support local producers, which contributes to stability in the domestic market.

03.12.2025, 22:23
Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan Agree on Cooperation in Industry and Science
Economy

Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan Agree on Cooperation in Industry and Science

On December 3, 2025, a delegation from Kyrgyzstan, representing the interests of President Sadyr Japarov, made an official visit to Pakistan, which strengthened economic ties between the two countries. As a result of the visit, organized by the National Investment Agency, key industrial and scientific-technical facilities in Islamabad were explored.

03.12.2025, 22:13
Early Elections in the Parliament: Consolidation Around the Rules of the Game
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Early Elections in the Parliament: Consolidation Around the Rules of the Game

The parliamentary elections in Kyrgyzstan took place in an atmosphere unusual for the country, with minimal protests and acceptance of the results by the main political forces. Analysts are divided in their opinions about the reasons for this calmness: some attribute it to successful reforms, while others link it to societal apathy following a series of political crises.

03.12.2025, 22:05
Exclusive

The USA has halted the processing of green card and immigration applications for citizens of several countries. List

Starting December 2, the Trump administration suspended the processing of all immigration applications, including green cards and citizenship applications, for citizens of 19 countries outside of Europe. The main reason for this decision is cited as concerns regarding national security and public order, as reported by Reuters. The list of countries affected by the restrictions includes:

03.12.2025, 21:49
Local news

Letters Waiting for Their Santa Claus. How the "Tree of Wishes" is Going This Year

On the New Year's tree at the "School of Great Opportunities," hundreds of children's letters to Santa Claus are hanging. The eighth campaign "Tree of Wishes" unites children from orphanages in Kyrgyzstan. Anyone interested can come, choose a letter, and fulfill a child's dream. According to Igor Belyaev, director of the NGO "Right to Protect Orphans," "Our goal is to congratulate children on the New Year and ensure that none of them is left

03.12.2025, 21:47
Economy

The most expensive Fabergé egg in history sold at auction for $25.7 million

At Christie’s auction, the "Winter Egg" by Fabergé, which previously belonged to Nicholas II, was sold for an impressive $25.7 million. This was reported on the official Christie’s website. Until this moment, the most expensive Fabergé egg was considered to be the "Rothschild Egg," which was sold for $18.5 million in 2007 at the same auction.

03.12.2025, 21:35
Incidents

A resident of Sokuluk was detained on charges of torturing her own children.

In Sokuluk, law enforcement officers detained a woman suspected of cruel treatment of her own children. This became known from a statement by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region. Events unfolded after a video surfaced on social media on December 3, showing an unidentified woman beating two children in a private home. In response, officers from the Sokuluk district police department began an investigation and soon identified the individuals involved in

03.12.2025, 21:35
In Bishkek and Osh, they checked how construction companies comply with landscaping regulations.
Local news

In Bishkek and Osh, they checked how construction companies comply with landscaping regulations.

In Bishkek and Osh, employees of the city departments of the State Architectural and Construction Control Department under the Ministry of Construction are conducting raids to check the operation of wheel washing points for special equipment at construction sites. This was reported by the ministry's press service. Inspectors pay attention to: the presence and functionality of wheel washing points for special equipment; measures for wetting the area to prevent dust during demolition and

03.12.2025, 21:25
Local news / Exclusive

An inclusive marathon with the participation of 100 children took place in Batken

An inclusive marathon was held at the central stadium of the city of Batken, with the participation of 100 children. This event was organized in honor of December 3rd — International Day of Persons with Disabilities, and took place in a joyful atmosphere. The organizers of the marathon — the Batken City Center "Nur" for the development and support of children and the city department of physical culture and sports — invited children with disabilities from Batken and neighboring

03.12.2025, 21:24
Economy

The National Bank extends the ban on fees for money transfers without opening an account

From January 1 to December 31, 2026, commercial banks and payment systems are not allowed to charge fees to recipients of money transfers arriving in Kyrgyzstan through international systems if they do not open an account. This decision was approved by the Board of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic today, December 3. In the explanation of the decision, it is stated that this measure is aimed at protecting consumer rights and improving access for the population to money transfers made

03.12.2025, 20:53
A woman who beat her children in retaliation against her husband has been detained in the Chuy region.
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A woman who beat her children in retaliation against her husband has been detained in the Chuy region.

According to the data obtained during the investigation, the identities of both the adults and the children have been established. It turned out that the woman is M.A., born in 1995, and her husband is N.M., born in 1988. The affected children are M.A., born in 2016, and M.M., born in 2018. All of them were taken to the investigative authorities for further action. Based on the collected materials, a criminal case has been initiated under Articles 138 (Torture) and 139 (Threat of violence

03.12.2025, 20:50
Exclusive

The tax service has updated the list of goods with signs of VAT risk.

The press service of the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced a revision of the list of goods for which a tax base for VAT with risk indicators has been established. Changes have been made based on requests from importers working with goods from countries that are members of the Eurasian Economic Union. Mainly, the adjustments concern goods of social significance and are aimed at improving the transparency of import transactions, as well as maintaining price stability in the

03.12.2025, 20:48
Exclusive

Politico: Russia in the List of Countries with High Risk of Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing

The European Union has decided to include Russia in the list of countries at high risk of money laundering and terrorist financing. This was reported by Politico, citing an official document and statements from two officials. Previously, anti-corruption expert Ilya Shumanov had already mentioned the EU's plans in this area, referring to his sources, as noted by Meduza. So far, no official announcements have been made.

03.12.2025, 20:36
Exclusive

Sadyr Japarov Arrived in Pakistan. How He Was Welcomed

Today, December 3, Sadyr Japarov made a state visit to Pakistan at the invitation of Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif. This information was provided by the press service of the President's Administration of Kyrgyzstan. The president's plane landed at the "Nur Khan" base, where the flags of both countries were raised, a red carpet was laid out, and an honor guard was formed.

03.12.2025, 20:28
Exclusive

In Kazakhstan, a fine is introduced for wearing clothing that covers the face

In Kazakhstan, administrative measures are being introduced for those who wear clothing that covers the face in public places. As reported by Tengrinews, deputies of the Mazhilis of the Republic of Kazakhstan are discussing this draft law. According to information provided by deputy Magerram Magerramov, a warning is issued for the first violation, and for a repeat offense, a fine of 10 MRP is imposed, which corresponds to 39,320 tenge or 6,800 soms in 2025. These changes were adopted in the

03.12.2025, 20:27
Incidents

A citizen of Kazakhstan seized a St. Petersburg radio station and threatened to blow it up

Recently, an incident occurred at the office of the radio station "Shock" in St. Petersburg involving a citizen of Kazakhstan named Nurlan. He burst into the studio, hit the host, and demanded airtime, threatening to detonate a bomb that he allegedly brought with him. This was reported by MK.ru. While Nurlan was trying to figure out how to turn on the microphone, the publisher Gleb Stafeev, who had come to the radio program, managed to approach him.

03.12.2025, 19:48
Exclusive

The National Bank extended the ban on charging fees for money transfers between banks in the Kyrgyz Republic.

On December 3 of this year, the board of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic (NB KR) announced the extension of the ban on charging commissions for money transfers in soms within the country. This information was provided by the financial regulator, according to data from Kaktus.media. According to the adopted resolution, from January 1 to December 31, 2026, commercial banks and payment organizations are not allowed to charge commission fees from individuals for money transfer services in

03.12.2025, 19:35
Incidents

Malaysia resumes search for the airliner that disappeared 11 years ago

On March 8, 2014, a Boeing 777 operating flight MH370 disappeared from the sky, and since then, this incident has become the subject of one of the most extensive and costly search operations in aviation history, reports BBC News. For many years, thousands of oceanographers, aerospace engineers, and amateur researchers have analyzed fragmented data about the flight in an attempt to determine where its disappearance might have occurred.

03.12.2025, 19:33
An exhibition of the Union of Artists of Kyrgyzstan Nasiridin Uulu Abai will open in Bishkek
Local news

An exhibition of the Union of Artists of Kyrgyzstan Nasiridin Uulu Abai will open in Bishkek

On December 5, a personal exhibition of Nasiridin uulu Abai will take place in Bishkek. He is a member of the Union of Artists of Kyrgyzstan. This event was announced by the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. At the exhibition, works created over the past year will be presented; however, the concept and ideas of the exhibition have been formed by the artist over the past three years. The exhibition has a personal character and is dedicated to the closest people in

03.12.2025, 19:31
Incidents

Missing 12-Year-Old So Singhen Found in Bishkek

Relatives reported that 12-year-old So Singhen, who went missing in Bishkek, has been found. It should be reminded that the boy came on an excursion to the philharmonic with his teachers around 9:30. After getting off the bus, he disappeared.

03.12.2025, 19:30
Local news / Exclusive

How do the authorities plan to provide electricity to the town "Altai" with 34,000 apartments?

At the expert discussion of the general plan, the Deputy Head of the Main Department for Urban Development and Architecture of the Ministry of Construction, Aziret Akimov, answered journalists' questions regarding the electricity supply for new residential complexes in Bishkek. Currently, the capital is facing an electricity shortage. At the meeting held on November 17, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev reported that the electricity consumption limit is 10 million 45 kWh per day, while actual

03.12.2025, 19:29
Incidents

12-Year-Old Boy Who Went Missing Near the Philharmonic Found

The boy's family confirmed that he has been found. The incident occurred in the center of Bishkek. To clarify, in the morning, So Singhen went on an excursion with his class to the Philharmonic building located on Manas Avenue. After the event, he got off the bus and went missing.

03.12.2025, 19:10
In the world

Reuters reported that Tajikistan requested military assistance from Russia. The country's Foreign Ministry denies it.

According to Reuters reports based on anonymous sources, Tajikistan is in dialogue with Russia and the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) regarding military support due to the worsening situation at the border with Afghanistan. Negotiations intensified after several attacks occurred from Afghan territory, resulting in the deaths of five Chinese citizens and injuring another five.

03.12.2025, 19:06
Exclusive

Ermek Kadyrov Appointed Head of the Kun-Chygysh Ayil Okmotu

In the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region, a new head of the Kун-Чыгыш rural administration has been appointed. According to the order signed by the head of the Ton district state administration on December 1, 2025, the position of head of the Kун-Чыгыш rural administration has been taken by Ermek Kadyrovich Kadyrov.

03.12.2025, 18:40
The number of fatalities from floods in Southeast Asia has exceeded 1,400.
In the world

The number of fatalities from floods in Southeast Asia has exceeded 1,400.

The authorities in Indonesia noted that the current destruction from the rains has become the deadliest since the earthquake and tsunami in Sulawesi in 2018, when more than 4,300 people died. The floods have led to the destruction of roads, the collapse of bridges, and landslides, creating difficulties for rescue operations in heavily affected areas. According to the National Disaster Management Agency of Indonesia, about 650 people are missing in the provinces of Aceh, North and West Sumatra.

03.12.2025, 18:35
Local news / Exclusive

A 45-Meter Flagpole is Being Installed Near the Dostuk Checkpoint

At the "Dostuk" checkpoint, work is underway to install a 45-meter flagpole. As reported by representatives of the Osh city administration, the installation of the flagpole is just part of a large-scale project that includes the improvement of the adjacent area: laying paving stones, installing benches, and landscaping the surrounding zone.

03.12.2025, 18:35
Local news

BMW Caught Fire on the Southern Highway

On December 3, an incident involving a BMW car occurred on Tokombaev Street. According to eyewitnesses, the fire started around 5:00 PM. The preliminary cause of the fire was a spark from the ignition coil. The flames were extinguished with the help of fire extinguishers provided by passing motorists. The battery was disconnected, and fortunately, no one was injured.

03.12.2025, 18:30
Health / Exclusive

Flu outbreak in Batken: Hospitals are overcrowded, additional beds have been set up

In Batken, there has been a sharp increase in cases of influenza, prompting medical institutions to open additional beds, reports Turmush correspondent. Every day, between 200 and 230 patients visit the Batken Regional Unified Hospital, most of whom are diagnosed with "influenza." The infectious diseases department has only 45 beds, and currently, 44 of them are occupied. In response to the rising number of patients, an additional 18 beds have been set up, and a new block has been

03.12.2025, 18:20