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"Science is being pushed out onto the streets": scientists from the Institute of Water Problems are being evicted
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"Science is being pushed out onto the streets": scientists from the Institute of Water Problems are being evicted

Scientific staff of the Institute of Water Problems and Hydropower of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan find themselves in a difficult situation, as they claim that the institute is effectively facing eviction. This was reported on social media by Gulbara Omorova, one of the researchers. She wrote: "Our institute is being evicted for good. Scientific staff are being allocated only 5–6 rooms in the Institute of Geology. I decided to share this information, as in the new

23.10.2025, 11:15
TurkPA announced its readiness to strengthen cooperation with the MPS in the humanitarian sphere
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TurkPA announced its readiness to strengthen cooperation with the MPS in the humanitarian sphere

In his speech, Hasan emphasized that the issues of violations of humanitarian norms remain extremely relevant on a global level. He noted that in the context of armed conflicts, climate change, and mass migration, all states and parliaments bear the responsibility for protecting the most vulnerable segments of the population, as reported by the TurkPA press service. The Secretary General highlighted the importance of inter-parliamentary cooperation in promoting humanitarian commitments,

23.10.2025, 11:13
Ecology

On International Snow Leopard Day, the event "23 Minutes for Snow Leopards" will take place.

In honor of International Snow Leopard Day, celebrated on October 23, the Snow Leopard Trust is launching a global campaign "23for23 — 23 minutes for snow leopards. The event organizers invite everyone to dedicate 23 minutes of any physical activity on October 23. This can be running, walking, cycling, yoga, swimming, or any other form of movement related to supporting the snow leopard.

23.10.2025, 11:11
Kyrgyzstan has become a center for global dialogue on snow leopard conservation
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Kyrgyzstan has become a center for global dialogue on snow leopard conservation

A forum titled "Business, Ecology, and Sports – Ak-Irbis 2025" is taking place in Bishkek, dedicated to the International Snow Leopard Day. This year, the holiday is being celebrated for the first time at the initiative of the Kyrgyz Republic. The forum has become a platform for interaction among the business community, sports organizations, and ecological initiatives, united by the goal of protecting the snow leopard and the high-altitude ecosystems of Kyrgyzstan. The event is

23.10.2025, 11:10
An exhibition opens at the Art Gallery to celebrate the 120th anniversary of the birth of the artist Urjingiin Yadamsuren
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An exhibition opens at the Art Gallery to celebrate the 120th anniversary of the birth of the artist Urjingiin Yadamsuren

The exhibition "Amar Bayasgalan" will feature rare works of art from the collection of the Art Gallery and the archive of the U. Yadamsuren Foundation, as well as personal belongings of the master. The main goal of the event is to present to a wide audience the talent and legacy of the artist who significantly influenced the development of Mongolian visual arts. A distinctive feature of the exhibition will be the display of unique works that are rarely shown to the public, starting

23.10.2025, 11:10
Ukrainian Drones Attacked Enterprises in Dagestan and Mordovia
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Ukrainian Drones Attacked Enterprises in Dagestan and Mordovia

According to his statement, there is currently no information about casualties or victims, and data on the destruction is being clarified. Melikov did not specify the particular enterprise that was targeted in the attack. The Telegram channel Astra published a video showing a drone flying over Makhachkala. The recording captures the sound of an explosion.

23.10.2025, 11:09
They Created the Kyrgyz Art School
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They Created the Kyrgyz Art School

In a recent lecture by art historian Aina Moldokmatova at the Gapar Aitiev Museum of Fine Arts, the formation of the Kyrgyz artistic school and the significance of Semen Chuykov in this process were discussed. The 1930s can be considered the beginning of a true cultural revival for the nation in Kyrgyzstan. Semen Chuykov: Artist and Organizer

23.10.2025, 11:08
Ecology

In the Jalal-Abad Region, natural methods of protection against mudflows will be implemented.

According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES), an introductory trip related to the project "Sustainable Restoration of Landscapes in Kyrgyzstan" took place on October 17. During the visit, mission participants explored the first pilot site located in the Jalal-Abad region. In this area, the implementation of "green" nature-based solutions aimed at reducing the risks of natural disasters, such as mudflows and soil erosion, is

23.10.2025, 11:08
Trump announced that he canceled the meeting with Putin in Budapest
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Trump announced that he canceled the meeting with Putin in Budapest

Illustrative photo Trump emphasized: “I canceled the meeting with Putin because I see no point in trying to achieve the necessary result. Every time we have productive discussions, but they lead nowhere. Therefore, I decided to cancel the meeting, although we can return to this issue in the future.” The meeting was initially agreed upon during a phone call between Trump and Putin that took place on October 16, but a specific date was not announced. Later, on October 21, the Financial Times and

23.10.2025, 11:07
Mongolia's Team at the III Asian Youth Games in Manama
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Mongolia's Team at the III Asian Youth Games in Manama

At the III Asian Youth Games in Manama, Bahrain, 134 athletes from Mongolia are participating, representing the country in 20 different sports. The volleyball competitions started two days ago, and on the evening of October 20, the men's team of Mongolia played a match against Pakistan, which did not end in their favor. Teams representing Mongolia in disciplines such as 3×3 basketball, taekwondo, Muay Thai, boxing, and mixed martial arts will fly to Bahrain to participate in the

23.10.2025, 11:07
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Poachers Caught Red-Handed in the Ak-Suu Gorge

Inspectors faced threats from one of the poachers In the Ak-Suu gorge, located in the Moscow district, law enforcement officers detained a group of poachers. This was reported by the Ministry of Nature of Kyrgyzstan.

23.10.2025, 11:05
Seven Ejections and Tear Gas at the Match "Blooming" - "Bolivar"
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Seven Ejections and Tear Gas at the Match "Blooming" - "Bolivar"

The situation escalated at the end of the first half when a scuffle broke out between players, including "Blooming" goalkeeper Braulio Uraezana and Argentine winger Damian Battalani. As a result of this incident, a real brawl ensued on the field involving players from both teams. The police intervened to restore order on the field.

23.10.2025, 11:05
Peskov: Putin, like Trump, does not want to waste time in Budapest
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Peskov: Putin, like Trump, does not want to waste time in Budapest

Dmitry Peskov Russian President Vladimir Putin and his American counterpart Donald Trump are serious about the upcoming meetings and do not wish to waste time. This statement was made by Putin's press secretary, commenting on Trump's words that he does not plan to "waste time" at the meeting in Budapest. According to Dmitry Peskov, “Both presidents are used to effective work and high results. However, achieving effectiveness requires preliminary preparation.”

23.10.2025, 11:02
Ecology

Kyrgyzstan, together with partners, launches a project to support mountain regions

A recent meeting held by the special representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan for the implementation of the Decade of Action for the Development of Mountain Regions, Dinara Kemelova, with Oleg Guchgeldiev, a representative of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), and Giorgio Grusso, program coordinator of the Mountain Partnership Secretariat in Rome, was an important step towards the realization of this project. According to the president's press service,

23.10.2025, 10:59
Felix Kulov commented on the UN's reaction to the reinstatement of the death penalty in Kyrgyzstan
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Felix Kulov commented on the UN's reaction to the reinstatement of the death penalty in Kyrgyzstan

“According to the Constitution, Kyrgyzstan independently conducts its foreign and domestic policy” Felix Kulov, who held the position of former Prime Minister and headed the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the National Security Service, expressed his opinion regarding the United Nations' reaction to the possible reinstatement of the death penalty in Kyrgyzstan. Kulov shared his position on social media.

23.10.2025, 10:58
Theater or Gym? Expert Comments on the Cultural Divide in Bishkek
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Theater or Gym? Expert Comments on the Cultural Divide in Bishkek

Despite public discontent, audiences rarely attend performances A recent decision to hold Pilates classes at the Abdykalyk Maldybaev Opera and Ballet Theater has sparked dissatisfaction among some segments of Kyrgyz society. Citizens are actively discussing this topic on social media, which has caught the attention of the Ministry of Culture, which promised to investigate how fitness found its way into a cultural institution.

23.10.2025, 10:57
The Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources invited the company "Ontra" to send a group for negotiations.
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The Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources invited the company "Ontra" to send a group for negotiations.

At the meeting of the temporary parliamentary commission responsible for protecting Mongolia's interests regarding Oyu Tolgoi, information was heard from various parties. Gongoryn Damdinyam, a member of parliament and the minister of industry and mineral resources, heads the working group tasked with negotiating with investors. The group will address key issues and present results to the parliament to determine the state’s share in the shares of the company "Ontra," which holds

23.10.2025, 10:56
Prime Minister Orban: Preparations for the Trump-Putin Summit Continue
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Prime Minister Orban: Preparations for the Trump-Putin Summit Continue

Prime Minister of Hungary Viktor Orban On Wednesday, Viktor Orban announced the ongoing preparations for the meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. “The Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto is in Washington. We are continuing preparations for the summit. The date has not yet been agreed upon. When the time comes, we will organize it,” Orban wrote on his Facebook account. Peter Szijjarto, the head of Hungary's foreign ministry, added that discussing the cancellation of the

23.10.2025, 10:55
North Korea conducted tests of hypersonic weapons on its territory
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North Korea conducted tests of hypersonic weapons on its territory

During the tests, two hypersonic vehicles were launched from the Ryokpho area in the capital Pyongyang and directed northeast. They "hit the target" on the plateau near Mount Kwasan in the Orang County, located in North Hamgyong Province, according to information from the agency. Pak Jong Chon, Secretary of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea, who was present at the launches, emphasized that the new weapon demonstrates the continuous improvement of the

23.10.2025, 10:51
Ecology

In the Ak-Su Gorge, poachers who shot a mountain goat were detained. Video

On the night of October 22, poachers who illegally shot a mountain goat were apprehended in the Ak-Suy Gorge of the Moscow District in the Chui Region. According to the hunting management under the Presidential Administration, the detainees threatened the gamekeepers with job loss. Workers from small hydroelectric power stations located in the area reported to the gamekeepers of the State Hunting Management and the Chui Regional Department of the Ministry of Natural Resources that poachers were

23.10.2025, 10:50
The Ambassador of Mongolia urged Japan's Niigata Prefecture to cooperate with the aimags of the Central Region.
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The Ambassador of Mongolia urged Japan's Niigata Prefecture to cooperate with the aimags of the Central Region.

The Ambassador Bayarsaihan emphasized the importance of a long-term development strategy for Mongolia until 2050 and highlighted the implementation of regional development policies. He focused on the Central region of Mongolia and expressed hope for cooperation between the Japanese region of Hokuriku-Shinetsu, which includes the prefectures of Niigata, Nagano, and Yamanashi, and the aimags of Central Mongolia, where active agricultural development is observed. The Second Secretary of the

23.10.2025, 10:50
Economy

Import of electric vehicles to Kyrgyzstan may be exempt from a 15% duty.

- In Kyrgyzstan, it is planned to exempt a limited number of electric vehicles from a 15% duty in 2026. This information was announced by the Department of Customs Tariff and Non-Tariff Regulation of the Eurasian Economic Commission. According to the State Customs Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, by the end of September 2023, the limit for duty-free import of electric vehicles, set for 2025 at 10,000 units, was fully exhausted. As a result, a duty of 15% of the customs value is now charged on

23.10.2025, 10:47
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Under the project "Development of Seed Production and Nurseries," subsidized loans totaling 2.85 million soms have been financed, - Ministry of Finance

The Ministry of Finance has announced the launch of a project aimed at developing seed production and nurseries. In the department, it was noted that this project was approved by the Cabinet of Ministers' order No. 416-r dated May 26, 2025, and is called "Development of Seed Production and Nurseries in the Kyrgyz Republic."

23.10.2025, 10:45
Kyrgyzstan to Host the World Cup in Mountain Tourism
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Kyrgyzstan to Host the World Cup in Mountain Tourism

The competition, which will take place on the Kerme-Tuu rock massif near the city of Osh, will gather more than 50 athletes from various countries, including Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan. Participants will be provided with a special rock course to demonstrate their skills in mountain tourism and climbing.

23.10.2025, 10:45
Economy

In the Chui District, sugar beets were harvested from 600 hectares.

In 2025, the area allocated for sugar beet in the Chui region amounted to 1,559 hectares, as reported by representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture. Currently, harvesting work is actively continuing in the region. So far, beets have been harvested from 600 hectares of fields.

23.10.2025, 10:44
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In a year, flour production increased by 8%, totaling 182.3 thousand tons

- From January to August 2025, Kyrgyzstan recorded an increase in the production volumes of several food products. This information was presented in the official data from the National Statistical Committee. The production volume of flour increased by 8% compared to the same period in 2024, amounting to 182.3 thousand tons. There is also a 4.1% increase in the production of fresh bread, reaching a total of 58.4 thousand tons.

23.10.2025, 10:42
In Russian regions, an increase in fuel prices at small gas stations has been recorded. The Ministry of Energy of the Russian Federation announced it is monitoring the situation.
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In Russian regions, an increase in fuel prices at small gas stations has been recorded. The Ministry of Energy of the Russian Federation announced it is monitoring the situation.

In certain regions of Russia, there is an increase in fuel prices at small gas stations that are not part of large networks, according to information from Rpravda.ru. The Ministry of Energy of Russia informed RBC that the price increase at such gas stations exceeds the inflation rate, while large companies adhere to a more restrained pricing policy focused on social responsibility.

23.10.2025, 10:42