Strong magnetic storms have begun on Earth due to solar flares

According to astronomers, the cause of the storms at levels G2 and G3 was plasma ejections directed towards Earth as a result of solar activities. These ejections have "noticeably larger angles of spread and speeds than previously assumed," as stated in the institute's report. Scientists also noted that on November 7, the storm will enter the "main phase," when the main volumes of ejected plasma will reach Earth, causing even more intense geomagnetic processes.

"More than two hours of entertainment content a day threatens degradation, - psychiatrist"

The influence of social media on people's mental health raises serious concerns. As psychiatrist Yulia Ulitina noted in a program on "Birinchi Radio," excessive time spent online can lead to increased anxiety and depression, as well as undesirable comparisons with what is displayed on the phone screen. She emphasized that there are no clear recommendations on the amount of time one should spend on social media.

Tashiev handed over 36 units of new equipment to the utility workers of Balykchy

At the ceremonial event held on November 6, 2025, the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and Head of the State National Security Committee, Colonel General Kamchybek Tashiev, handed over 36 units of new municipal equipment to Balakchy. The total cost of the transferred equipment amounted to 100 million soms, including street sweepers, garbage trucks, and specialized vehicles for washing and watering work.

Helicopter Sent to the Sary-Kyr Pass to Rescue Driver: He Froze to Death

At the Sary-Kyr pass in the Jalal-Abad region, a man died from freezing cold, sources reported to Turmush. According to them, the body has been delivered to Jalal-Abad.

In the Issyk-Kul Region, the development of sustainable tourism and the reduction of carbon footprint were discussed

On November 6, 2025, a round table was held in the village of Kara-Oy, located in the Issyk-Kul region, dedicated to the topic "Promoting Sustainable Tourism. Reducing Carbon Footprint." This event was part of the annual "Green Economy" Forum, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce. The round table was organized by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, the Plenipotentiary Representation of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the

In Bishkek, an Olympiad in the Russian language is being held among high school students.

The Russian language Olympiad titled "I Speak in the Great" has started in Bishkek. According to the press service of the city administration, the event is organized by the Bashkir State Pedagogical University named after M. Akmulla and is taking place from November 4 to 7 among high school students from general education schools in Bishkek.

In Kazakhstan, the use of backing tracks will be banned at concerts with more than 200 spectators

Illustrative photo Senators emphasized that phonograms will only be allowed for creating television content and in places not intended for holding concert events, according to the conclusion of the relevant committee. Additionally, as noted by Senator Talgat Junusov, amendments were made to the bill concerning the mandatory informing of viewers about the use of phonograms during the performance of musical works and at mass cultural events in accordance with established legislation.

Storm Warning: Snow Avalanches May Occur in Mountain Areas and the Chon-Ashuu Pass

According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, there is a risk of avalanches in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan on November 6-7 due to the precipitation that has fallen and is forecasted. On the section of the road Karakol—Enilchek (74-90 km), which passes through the Chon-Ashuu pass, avalanches are also predicted, as well as possible snowdrifts, snow cover, and ice slicks.

At the Summit of K2, I Was Searching for Alexander Gubaev - Eduard Kubatov

The history of Kyrgyz climbers associated with the conquest of K2 is full of tragedies. The President of the Federation of Mountaineering of Kyrgyzstan, Eduard Kubatov, shared in a podcast with the Kabar agency that Kyrgyzstanis have attempted to ascend this mountain three times, but in the first two attempts, they were unable to reach even the 7000-meter mark and were forced to turn back. In 2004, one of the outstanding climbers of the country, international class sports master Alexander

Candidate for Deputy Denied Registration Due to Religious Activities

The decision to deny Mirlan Nurbayev's registration as a candidate for deputy was made by the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums. The candidate represented electoral district No. 5. According to information provided by the CEC, during the document verification process, it was revealed that Nurbayev had been actively involved in religious activities for a long time. He held positions as the director of the religious charitable foundation "Aravan Zeket" and as a

Kamchybek Tashiev handed over the keys to new houses to six families in Balakchy

During his working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, Deputy Prime Minister and head of the State National Security Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic Kamchybek Tashiev handed over keys and documents for new houses intended for six families. Previously, these families lived in houses located too close to the railway — only two meters away, which made their existence unsafe and uncomfortable. Therefore, at the initiative of the city authorities, it was decided to relocate them to new residential

A Food Fair is Taking Place in Kadamzhai

The city of Kadamjay on A. Zhalilov Street is hosting a food fair. At the event, buyers can find meat and other food products at prices lower than market rates.

U.S. Secretary of State Plans to Visit Central Asian Countries in 2026

The Secretary of State noted that he plans to undertake a week-long or longer trip to the specified countries. "This is an important step, and we need to work together on this trip," he emphasized. Rubio also added that the interests of the United States and the Central Asian countries intersect in the areas of economic development, access to markets, and the extraction of natural resources. According to him, the U.S. aims to deepen cooperation both bilaterally and within the C5+1

Adylbek Kasymaliev familiarized himself with the progress of the heating season at the Bishkek CHPP

Adylbek Kasymaliev, holding the position of Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration, recently visited the Bishkek CHPP, a municipal enterprise responsible for heating supply in the capital. According to the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers, the main goal of the visit was to familiarize himself with the current state of the CHPP's operations and the progress of the heating season.

In Osh, the recently laid granite on the Abdykadyrov Bridge has been damaged, an investigation is underway.

On November 6, the recently laid granite on the Abdikadyrov Bridge, located on the side of Alymbek-Datka Street, was destroyed, as reported by the local mayor's office. The stairs on both sides of the bridge were restored and faced with granite just a few days ago, according to information from the city authorities.

November 7: Where the Power Will Be Turned Off in Bishkek

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, power outages are expected, as reported by representatives of the companies involved in electrical networks. 1 Bishkek From 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM — Kolbaev Street, houses No. 12, 14, 16, 18, 21 A; From 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM — residential areas "Ak-Ordo" (Kut, Karkyra Streets), "Ak-Orgo" (Tash-Rabat, Kybila Streets), the village of Nizhny Ala-Archa (Soviet Lane, Collector, Panfilov Streets); From 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM — sections of Den Xiaoping

"Our People Abroad": Altynbek Kurmanaliev's Perspective on Laws, Driving Culture, and Street Cleanliness in Slovakia

In the "Our People Abroad" section, we will tell you about Altynbek Kurmanaliev, who lives and works in the Slovak town of Senec. Altynbek was born in 1992 in the village of Sıydały, located in the Moscow district of the Chui region.

No precipitation, fog in places — weather forecast for November 7

Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on November 7. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, no precipitation is expected in the country. Fog is possible in some areas. A west wind is expected at a speed of 4-9 m/s.

The Minister of Energy inspected the construction of a solar power plant on Issyk-Kul

As part of a working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, the Minister of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic, Talaybek Ibraev, visited the construction site of a solar power plant in the village of Kyzyl-Oruk, as reported by the ministry's press service. Fam Min Bанг, the director of the company OsOO "RECA," noted that the work is being carried out according to the established schedule. A total of 104.5 megawatts of solar panels have already been delivered. Currently, the construction of

The building of the former "Chatyr-Kul" cinema in Bishkek is being extinguished by four fire crews.

Photo from social media. A fire broke out in the building of the old cinema 'Chatyr-Kul' in Bishkek In the Oktobrskiy district of Bishkek, at the corner of Toktonalieva and Zhamanbaeva streets, a fire occurred in a building that was previously used as the cinema 'Chatyr-Kul'. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the agency's information, the fire alarm was received at 17:13. A crew from fire

After the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of patients at the Psychiatry Center has increased

Since the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology has noticed a significant increase in the number of patients with mental disorders. This was reported on November 6 by psychiatrist Yulia Ulitina on the program on "Birinchi Radio". According to Ulitina, over the past five years, 53,000 people have undergone inpatient treatment, and 32,000 have received outpatient services. The doctor noted that there is a growing number of patients with mental

Fountain on the Road - Utility Workers Fixed a Break in Bishkek

Today in Bishkek, at the corner of Osmonkula and Ogonbaeva streets, a fire hydrant burst, resulting in a fountain of water. The "Bishkekvodokanal" service reported that as a result of the incident, a section of the road was flooded. Emergency service personnel arrived at the scene promptly and began work to restore the 400-millimeter diameter water pipeline. Water supply was temporarily halted, and the water spill was localized.

Snow and ice on the Bishkek-Naryn-Torugart highway: Drivers are urged to exercise caution

In the Naryn region, snowfall continues, and road conditions have significantly worsened, reports the Traffic Safety Department of the Naryn Regional Internal Affairs Directorate. According to the agency, snowfall is observed in the Kuaqy, Dolon, Kyzyl-Bel, and Kyzart passes, which has led to the formation of slippery roads on the Bishkek–Naryn–Torugart highway. Drivers of freight vehicles are ignoring the need to install anti-skid chains, causing traffic jams on the road.

State Management of Driving Schools: A New Step Towards Reducing Road Accidents

District where many monuments of the last century have been preserved

In the Issyk-Kul region, in the Jeti-Oguz district, there is a climate and balneological resort where valuable relics of the past century have been preserved. Local vacationers note that these monuments immediately attract the attention of visitors exploring the area for the first time.

The price of gold bullion bars from the National Bank has decreased

Currently, there is a decrease in prices for standard gold bars, which can be repurchased from the National Bank. The data is provided by the NB KR. The current repurchase prices are:

The Cabinet limits lighting of government institutions to save electricity

The Cabinet of Ministers is taking steps to improve energy efficiency and optimize electricity consumption. As part of this strategy, a decision has been made to regulate internal and external lighting in government administrative buildings from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM.

A Strong Magnetic Storm Has Begun on Earth

A powerful magnetic storm has begun on the planet, reaching a level of G3 on the five-point scale. This information comes from the Institute of Applied Geophysics of Russia, which reports on the current state of the magnetic field. Illustration for the material

In Chuy Region, a suspect in cattle rustling has been detained

A man suspected of cattle theft has been detained in the Chuy region. The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the region reported this incident. According to law enforcement, the incident occurred on the night of October 22, when a resident of the village of Krupskoye, I.K., born in 1959, reported a theft to the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Moscow district. She stated that unknown individuals had broken into her shed and stolen two cows.

City on the Fault Line: Why All Constructions Near the Issyk-Ata Fault Are Being Reinforced

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, active discussions are underway regarding the construction of large facilities located near the Issyk-Ata fault — a zone of tectonic activity that encompasses the southern part of the city. According to the seismic zoning map presented by the World Bank in the report "Opportunities for a New Generation of Building Codes," this area is prone to earthquakes of up to 9 points on the MSK-64 scale. In this regard, the design of buildings exceeding

Another underage driver detained for traffic violations in Bishkek

Employees of the Patrol Police Service in Bishkek detained a minor driver who committed a significant violation of traffic rules, as reported by the press service of the Patrol Police Service. According to the inspection, the teenager independently tinted the windshield of his car and installed sound and light signals that imitate the operation of emergency services. He did not have the appropriate permission for such actions.

The incidence of tuberculosis in the Kyrgyz Republic has slightly decreased, while mortality has increased.

In 2024, 3,583 new cases of tuberculosis were recorded in Kyrgyzstan, among which 66 cases were registered in the GSIN system. This data is presented in the materials of the Center for Electronic Health. The review shows that the incidence rate has decreased by 5.9%, which amounts to 49.6 cases per 100,000 people.

The number of people with depression and panic attacks is rising in Kyrgyzstan

According to information shared by psychiatrist Yulia Ulitina on "Birinchi Radio," there is a growing number of citizens in Kyrgyzstan seeking medical assistance for issues related to depression, insomnia, panic attacks, and post-traumatic stress disorders. Yulia Ulitina noted that the number of patients with such symptoms has significantly increased, and unfortunately, the trend is worsening.

In Jalal-Abad, a section of the anti-tuberculosis hospital has been returned to state ownership

In the village of Dostuk, located in the Suzak district of the Jalal-Abad region, a case of unauthorized construction of residential houses on land that previously belonged to a tuberculosis hospital was recorded. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. According to the conducted inspection and measures taken, a plot of land measuring 3.07 hectares was returned to state ownership. The estimated value of this land is 32.2 million soms.

Daiyrbek Orunbekov explained the reasons for power outages in Kyrgyzstan

Daiyrbek Orunbekov, head of the president's information policy service, commented on the current issues with electricity supply in the country on his Facebook page =AZVeF6ZohkgI3K6mfQTWRowhESLoZfoSuuZIh_xkSmUdT-94DaCFarvMyJGHPGhdCZ2ocXUc8FYx-DSSQWFNaMUzv0p-Xwk-_E39Pam-L-_0qSTZ1qA-fjtcLqff-69-hhw3relSRbpjMrJesW9ESCRuVLoQhxCmIksZLNcWYlGihcdLHnH-356vDfenG79Nc2U&__tn__=%2CO%2CP-R]. He expressed his apologies for the inconveniences caused and noted that the reasons for the energy

The Kynda Pass in the Naryn Region has been closed until spring.

Photo from the Ministry of Transport. The Kynda Pass in the Naryn region is closed until spring Restrictions have been introduced for traffic on the Kynda Pass on the At-Bashi – Kynda – Torugart road in the Naryn region. From November 6 until April 1, 2026, traffic on this section, covering the mileage from 65 to 73, will be closed, as reported by the Ministry of Transport and Communications. The closure is due to a high level of avalanche danger and adverse weather conditions typical for the

Apple has planned billions of dollars in spending on AI for Siri

According to information from Bloomberg, Apple plans to allocate significant amounts, amounting to billions of dollars annually, for the implementation of Google’s Gemini artificial intelligence technologies to enhance its voice assistant Siri. Apple's choice of Gemini is due to its power, which will allow for a substantial modernization of Siri's functionality. Alphabet, Google's parent company, will receive over a billion dollars a year for the use of this AI model.

About the Symptoms and Causes of Mental Disorders, a Doctor Explained

On the air of "Birinchi Radio," psychiatrist Yulia Ulitina shares information about the symptoms and causes of mental disorders. The specialist noted that cases can be quite diverse.

Psychiatrist: Self-discontinuation of medication can lead to a relapse of the illness

On the radio "Birinchi," psychiatrist Yulia Ulitina discussed the importance of adhering to prescribed therapy for patients with mental disorders. According to her, many patients, after a few weeks of taking medications, begin to consider stopping treatment, believing that they are feeling better. "However, abruptly stopping the medications can lead to withdrawal syndrome," the specialist noted.

"Social Media Doesn't Show Reality." A Psychiatrist on How the Internet Affects Mental Health

Yulia Ulitina, a psychiatrist, spoke on "Birinchi Radio" about the negative impact of social media on a person's mental state. In her opinion, such platforms foster increased anxiety and depression. The psychiatrist noted that people often begin to compare their reality with what they see online. "It is important to remember that what we observe on social networks is just a performance. No one shows their true self. Scenarios are played out here, costumes are chosen, and

In Kyrgyzstan, Alcohol Dependency is Decreasing, with the Exception of Batken

In Kyrgyzstan, a significant decrease in cases of alcohol dependence is observed in 2024 — by 27 percent, as reported in the materials of the Center for Electronic Health. According to the review, the incidence rate was 8.9 per 100,000 population, while in 2023 it reached 12.2 per 100,000.

In Jalal-Abad, the land plot of the anti-tuberculosis hospital has been returned to the state

In the village of Dostuk, located in the Suzak district, local residents built residential houses on the territory belonging to the former tuberculosis hospital without the necessary permits, as reported by the General Prosecutor's Office. As a result of the inspection and actions taken by the Prosecutor's Office of the Jalal-Abad region, a land plot of 3.07 hectares, valued at 32.2 million soms, was returned to the state.

The "Medical Affairs" Program of the Kyrgyz-Uzbek University Successfully Passed International Accreditation

The educational program "Medicine (for international students)" of the Kyrgyz-Uzbek International University named after B. Sydykov has successfully completed the process of international accreditation by the IAAR agency. This accreditation was conducted in accordance with the standards of WFME, AMSE, and ESG. At the meeting of the Accreditation Council of the IAAR agency on October 30, 2025, decision No. 98 was made, under which the university was issued a certificate confirming the

The Bishkek City Hall asks not to burn waste. But what to heat with in the cold?

Coal and electricity are becoming increasingly expensive, and not everyone has access to gas. In order for the Bishkek City Hall's call not to burn waste to be effective, it is necessary to offer residents alternative fuel sources. This opinion was expressed by Vlad Ushakov, an expert from the "Ecomir" foundation, in an interview with Vesti.kg.

In the city of Osh, unknown individuals damaged the new granite stairs near the bridge.

In the city of Osh, another incident has occurred — the stairs, recently restored on both sides of the Abdykadyrov Bridge, have been damaged. This was reported by the press service of the city administration.

26 Public Toilets to Be Installed in Bishkek (Approximate Addresses)

At the recent extended meeting at the Bishkek City Hall, plans to improve and expand the network of public toilets in the city were discussed. The press service of the municipality reports that during the meeting, 26 potential addresses for their installation were identified: Here is the list of proposed locations: Shopokov Street, near "Ulitka"; Madina Market, at the intersection of 7 April and Mambetov Streets, under the bridge; Jibek Jolu Avenue and Kurmanjan Datka Street,

The volume of money in circulation has increased in Kyrgyzstan

As of October 1, 2025, the total amount of money in circulation in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 290.1 billion soms, which is equivalent to about 3.3 billion US dollars. This data was presented by the National Bank of the country. During the third quarter of 2025, the commercial banks of the country recorded cash inflows of 1.48 trillion soms, which is 4.5% more compared to the same period last year. Cash withdrawals totaled 1.5 trillion soms, increasing by 4.7%. The cash return rate reached 98.8%.

Tashiev familiarized himself with the progress of construction works on two large residential complexes in Balakchy

During his working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, Kamchybek Tashiev, who holds the position of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the State Committee for National Security, inspected the progress of construction of two large residential complexes in Balakchy. The first complex, located on J. Amanbaev Street, occupies a plot of 11.9 hectares. It is planned to build 32 residential blocks with a height of 12 floors, including a basement, with a total capacity of 1,850