A report of a possible poisoning was received by the center, indicating that people were in their homes, including traditional dwellings known as gers, when the incident occurred. Preliminary investigations suggest that the cause of the poisoning may have been smoke leakage from chimneys.
Kyrgyzstan's Meerim Jumaanazarova won gold at the Islamic Solidarity Games held in Saudi Arabia. The competitions took place on November 20, where Meerim competed in the weight category up to 68 kg, starting from the quarterfinals.
Kip Grosvenor Hutchins, a cultural anthropologist and visiting assistant professor of anthropology at Oberlin College, focuses on exploring the connection between music and the environment. His work spans post-socialist Mongolia and the Southern Appalachians, where he employs multimodal ethnographic research methods. Since 2010, Hutchins has collaborated with musicians, educators, herders, and cultural administrators in the Dundgovi aimag and the capital of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar. In October
Recently, a seminar was held organized by Korea United Pharm for medical professionals in Mongolia, where a new combination of aspirin and clopidogrel — Clavixin Duo capsules — was presented. On Thursday, over 50 cardiologists gathered at the Ramada hotel in Ulaanbaatar for an event dedicated to the launch of Clavixin Duo capsules. The Korean manufacturer plans to intensify its efforts in the market in collaboration with the local partner, "Tsakhiur Tömör". At the seminar, Professor
Abdumalik Karachov, representing Kyrgyzstan, won a gold medal at the Islamic Solidarity Games held in 2025 in Saudi Arabia. Karachov's performances began on November 20 in the 57 kg weight category in freestyle wrestling.
At the Islamic Solidarity Games held in Saudi Arabia, Aiperi Medet kyzy achieved victory and became the holder of a gold medal. The competitions in the weight category up to 76 kg took place on November 20.
Starting from January 2026, the monthly calculation indicator (MCI) in Kazakhstan will increase to 4,325 tenge (730 soms). This will affect the amounts of fines for traffic violations, reports Tengrinews. New Fine Amounts Speeding: by 10-20 km/h - 21,625 tenge (3,645 soms); by 20-40 km/h - 43,250 tenge (7,290 soms); by more than 40 km/h - 86,500 tenge (14,580 soms); for repeat violations within a year - 129,750 tenge (21,800 soms). Driving a vehicle without a license - 21,625 tenge (3,645 soms).
In Talas, the construction of a residential complex called "Tynchtyk Ordo" is actively continuing, consisting of 11 blocks, with a readiness level exceeding 70%. The state enterprise "Kyrgyzkurulushservis" involved in the project is currently finishing the finishing works, laying plumbing, and working on the exterior finishing of the buildings.
The youth national team of Kyrgyzstan celebrated its first victory in the qualifying tournament for the Asian Cup (U-17). This was reported on the official page of the Kyrgyz Football Union on social media. Currently, matches are taking place in Bishkek, in which the Kyrgyz team is participating.
The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan has accredited over 70 observers from the Interparliamentary Assembly of the CIS. This was reported by the press service of the Secretariat of the CIS IPA Council. According to the provided information, among the observers are senators and deputies from the Commonwealth countries, representatives of the Interparliamentary Assembly of the CIS, as well as experts from the International Institute for Monitoring the Development of Democracy of the CIS
In Bishkek, a scheme related to the bribery of voters in district No. 24 has been uncovered, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. During the investigation, it was established that the organization of the bribery was managed by the official campaigner Gulnaz Khalilova for district No. 24, F. K., her son F. M., and a representative of the homeowners' committee of the "Vostok-5" microdistrict, H. A.
The Kyrgyzstan national boxing team is preparing to participate in the World Championship in the UAE, and the team roster has already been approved. The IBA World Boxing Championship will take place in Dubai from December 3 to 13.
The Kyrgyz Stock Exchange (KSE) has announced the launch of new deposit auctions aimed at placing funds in commercial banks and microfinance organizations. This was reported by the exchange's press service. The KSE already has positive experience in conducting such auctions, which allows for hopes of successful development of this initiative.
Today, November 26, in Bishkek, on the eve of the next meeting of the Collective Security Council of the CSTO, an ethnocultural program was presented for the heads of state members of this organization. The information service of the president's administration reported this. As part of the event, guests were introduced to the ethnographic complex "Kyrgyz Aily," where they were shown elements of the traditional lifestyle and culture of the Kyrgyz people.
On the evening of November 26, an incident occurred involving a traffic officer from the State Traffic Safety Department at the intersection of Tokombaev and Sukhe-Bator streets, who was directing traffic. Eyewitnesses sent a video from the scene to the editorial office of Kaktus.media. Fortunately, the patrol officer did not sustain serious injuries — he was able to step aside and later returned to the driver of the orange Hyundai Sonata, who was responsible for the accident. It is currently
The press service of the Ministry of Energy announced the completion of the full modernization of the second hydro unit of the Uch-Kurgan Hydroelectric Power Station. According to the provided data, the unit is currently operating stably and efficiently generating electricity.
On board Air Force One, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the peace plan to end the conflict in Ukraine has been reduced from 28 to 22 points. This information is reported by "Meduza". Trump responded to questions from journalists regarding criticism from some Republicans who believed the original 28-point plan was too favorable to Russia.
In connection with the upcoming elections, more than a thousand police officers will ensure public order in the Batken region. According to information provided by the regional Internal Affairs Department, ahead of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30, a garrison drill inspection of law enforcement officers took place in Batken.
According to the latest data, of the 13 deceased, nine were found dead at the scene, and another 15 were injured. More than 700 firefighters and dozens of vehicles are involved in fighting the fire. Firefighter Ho Wai-ho, one of those who died while extinguishing the fire, was described by officials as a "dedicated and valiant" person. In turn, the Chairman of the People's Republic of China, Xi Jinping, expressed condolences regarding the tragedy, according to information from
According to the information from the Volleyball Federation of Kyrgyzstan, the women's national team of the country will participate in an international competition that will take place in the Maldives. The tournament, called the CAVA Cup (Central Asian Volleyball Association), is scheduled from December 19 to 25 in the capital, Male. Five teams will participate in this tournament: the national teams of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Kyrgyzstan, the Maldives, and Turkmenistan.
UFC Hall of Famer and former fighter of the organization, Urijah Faber, shared his opinion on a potential fight between Myktybek Orolbai uulu and Islam Makhachev. Myktybek, representing Kyrgyzstan, secured his fourth victory in the UFC by knocking out Jack Hermansson in the first round on the night of November 23 in Doha.
During his official visit to Kyrgyzstan, Russian President Vladimir Putin decided to try playing the komuz—a traditional three-stringed musical instrument. A recording of this moment was posted on the Kremlin's Telegram channel. During a brief cultural program, Putin showed interest in the instrument, and one of his accompanying aides explained what kind of musical instrument it was. He also suggested that one of the musicians demonstrate how to play the komuz. After that, Putin took the
In the UK, there has been a sharp increase in cases of infection with the fungus Trichophyton indotineae, which was previously rare in the country. This was reported by the British tabloid The Sun. Although this fungus is not life-threatening, its treatment is a complex process that requires a prolonged hospital stay—sometimes for weeks or even months.
The youth football team of Kyrgyzstan achieved its first victory in the qualifying round of the Asian Cup (U-17). Currently, the matches are taking place in Bishkek, where the Kyrgyz national team is competing.
The rise in viral infections in Kazakhstan raises concerns. Doctors warn of the rapid spread of the Hong Kong flu, the first wave of which may begin in December, as reported by Exclusive.kz citing "31 Channel". Since the start of the cold season, nearly 2 million cases of illness have been registered in the country, more than 1200 of which have been confirmed as Hong Kong flu. This virus is highly contagious and can lead to severe illness.
Today, November 26, the Osh City Hall announced the completion of the restoration of apartments that were damaged by a fire in a multi-story building on Mamatzakova Street. These apartments have been returned to their owners. Let us remind you that on October 19, a fire occurred in the same building at 226 Mamatzakova Street, which severely damaged the upper 13th floor. Firefighters were able to localize the fire; however, significant damage was still inflicted. In response to this situation,
As a result of a powerful fire in a residential complex in Hong Kong, 13 people died, including one firefighter. Additionally, 16 people were injured, reports the South China Morning Post. The flames engulfed several buildings of the "Wang Fook Court" residential complex, located in the Tai Po district. The fire started from bamboo scaffolding and netting that were used for renovation.
Interview with Dwayne Johnson by Asel Sherniyazova In "The Crushing Machine," the story revolves around Mark Kerr, an iconic figure in the world of MMA, highlighting not only his sporting triumphs but also the challenges he faced in his personal life. Dwayne Johnson takes on a role that is significantly different from his usual portrayal of an invincible hero, depicting a man who, despite his achievements in the ring, struggles with a complex internal battle.
U.S. President Donald Trump reacted to rumors about his health, calling them a fabrication and accusing The New York Times of bias. “The nasty people from the dying New York Times are at it again. I won the 2024 election by a landslide, winning in all seven key states, in the popular vote, and by a wide margin in the Electoral College. I won in the counties of our country with a result of 2750 to 550 — that’s a complete rout. I resolved 8 conflicts, achieved 48 new records in the stock market,
On November 26, during his official visit to Kyrgyzstan, Russian President Vladimir Putin tried his hand at the komuz—a traditional three-stringed musical instrument. This event was captured by the Kremlin's press service. During the cultural program of the visit, Putin showed interest in this instrument and began to ask questions about it. Minister of Culture Mirbek Mambetaliev explained that the komuz was in front of the president, after which he asked a musician, who was off-camera, to
Thus, the meeting in Bishkek not only strengthened the ties between the member states of the CSTO but also allowed for the demonstration of the rich culture and traditions of Kyrgyzstan.
In the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Tyup, the major renovation of the secondary school has finally begun, which has not been carried out for 47 years. This was reported by the Ministry of Construction. According to the agency, the internal work has been completed at this time.
The ceremony for lighting the flame of the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, which will take place in Italy, was held in Ancient Olympia. This was reported by RT. Among those present at the event were the President of Greece, Konstantinos Tasoulas, the head of the International Olympic Committee, Kirsty Coventry, and Giovanni Malago, who has been appointed as the head of the organizing committee for the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
The grand opening of the renovated Secondary School of the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University took place in Bishkek, marking the first major renovation in 29 years. The renovation work was funded under the Development Program of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation.
Researchers from the University of Cambridge have identified that the human brain goes through five distinct stages throughout life. Significant changes occur at the ages of 9, 32, 66, and 83, as reported by BBC News. The aim of this study is to deepen the understanding of the causes of mental disorders and dementia, based on the state of the brain at different age periods.
On November 27, clear weather without precipitation is forecasted in Kyrgyzstan. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature will drop to -1 degree at night, while during the day it will rise to +16 degrees.
According to information from the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, since the beginning of this year, entry into the country has been restricted for more than 160,000 foreigners. This was reported by "Fontanka," citing Alexey Gasak, head of the control and supervisory activities department of the Department of External and Labor Migration of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Gasak noted that compared to last year, the number of entry refusals has increased by 30 percent. This is
In the European Parliament, 483 deputies supported a report that does not have mandatory legal force. This document raises questions about the impact of active internet use on the physical and mental health of children, as reported by DW. The European Parliament proposes to establish a single minimum age of 16 for access to social networks, video platforms, and artificial intelligence in EU countries. At the same time, teenagers aged 13 to 16 will be able to use the internet only with parental
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov stated that during his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin at "Yntymak Ordo," the main focus was on labor migration issues. It is worth noting that the Russian president visited Kyrgyzstan on a state visit the day before. During the negotiations, topics of economic cooperation, trade, and future interaction were discussed, and several bilateral agreements were signed.
Law enforcement agencies have identified illegal activities of a group that offered money to voters for voting for a specific candidate. According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of Bishkek, the investigative bodies of the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department have initiated a criminal case under Article 196 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, concerning the bribery of voters.
During his state visit to Kyrgyzstan, which took place the day before, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the intention of "Rosatom" to begin large-scale reclamation of uranium mining sites. This statement was made after a meeting at "Yntymak Ordo" in Bishkek, where issues of economic cooperation and trade were discussed, and several bilateral agreements were signed. Additionally, Putin noted that Russia is considering the possibility of constructing the first
The heroine of the new story in the "Жеңеке" section is Galina Maripova, who lives in Batken. Galina Antonovna is Russian by nationality, who moved to Batken for an internship in her youth and later married a local resident. She was born and raised in Bishkek.
- From January to October 2025, the volume of products from manufacturing industries amounted to 470 billion 92.6 million soms, according to the National Statistical Committee data. Among the main categories of products, the largest share is held by: products made from basic metals and finished metal products, excluding machinery and equipment — 278 billion 892.1 million soms (which accounts for 59.3% of the total volume), food products (including beverages) and tobacco products — 84 billion
The national women's volleyball team of Kyrgyzstan will participate in an international competition in the Maldives. This was reported by the volleyball federation on its social media. The tournament, known as the CAVA Cup (Central Asian Volleyball Association), will take place in the capital, Male, from December 19 to 25. Five teams will compete in the event.
A fire has broken out in the Chui region, with 159 people involved in its extinguishment, including 141 firefighters, according to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations. As of 18:30, 9 fire teams, 2 water tankers, 2 motor pumps, 1 mobile fire installation (PFI), 2 drones, 2 mobile pumping stations, and 2 units of equipment (AR-2) are engaged in the operation.
During bilateral negotiations at “Yntymak Ordo,” Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized that energy is one of the main areas of cooperation between Russia and Kyrgyzstan. The President of Russia arrived for an official visit to Kyrgyzstan the day before, where issues of economic interaction, trade, and future joint projects were discussed. As a result, several bilateral agreements were signed.
In Bishkek, the dismantling of the mini-market "Booruker," located on Deng Xiaoping Avenue and covering an area of 216 square meters, has begun. This decision was made by the city hall commission, as stated in an official statement from the municipality. The dismantling is being carried out with the consent of the owners of the trading points, which confirms their readiness for changes.
At the Iceland Noir festival, writer George R. R. Martin, the author of the famous series "A Song of Ice and Fire," shared new plans from HBO regarding the expansion of the universe of his books. According to him, the network is preparing about five to six new projects, but it is still unknown whether these will be series, feature films, or animated films, reports Meduza. Interestingly, among these projects are several sequels, whereas previously viewers could only see prequels, such
