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In the world

Former Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu Faces Up to 2,352 Years in Prison in Corruption Case

The indictment, according to Turkish media such as NTV and TRT Haber, was made public after the arrest of Imamoglu in March of this year. The document lists 402 individuals, of whom 105 have been arrested. The indictment includes 3,900 pages and contains charges of forming a criminal organization, accepting bribes, and fraud. Imamoglu is designated as the "founder and leader of the organization," and the total damage, according to the prosecution, amounts to 160 billion Turkish lira

12.11.2025, 21:08
Local news

The Ministry of Health has strengthened control over the political neutrality of medical workers ahead of the elections

At a meeting held at the Ministry of Health, key aspects of preparing the healthcare system for the upcoming elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh were discussed. Among the topics were ensuring the stable operation of medical institutions on election day and coordinating with electoral commissions to verify the lists of patients undergoing inpatient treatment. Additionally, the readiness of ambulance crews and medical workers who will be on duty at polling stations was discussed.

12.11.2025, 21:04
Sports

The Kyrgyzstan National Team (U-23) defeated Bahrain

The Kyrgyzstan national football team successfully started at the "Manas Cup," winning their first match of the tournament. This tournament, which features teams made up of players no older than 23 years, takes place in the city of Manas and includes four national teams.

12.11.2025, 20:55
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More than a week searching for a missing man, whose body was found in the mountains — the story of the policeman T. Sagaziev

46-year-old Tariel Sagaziev, who works as a senior inspector in the public safety service of the Talas region's Internal Affairs Department, hails from the village of Kök-Say, located in the Aitmatov district. “My career in the police started in 2007 when I was 28 years old. After graduating from school, I went to Bishkek to prepare documents for admission to an educational institution to become a police officer. However, I had to return to my native village due to family circumstances,

12.11.2025, 20:48
In the world

A Fugitive Chinese Woman Sentenced in London for the Largest Cryptocurrency Case

The South London court has sentenced Qian Zhimin, a Chinese citizen, to 11 years and 8 months in prison for fraudulent activities and money laundering. This information was published by the BBC. The investigation established that in 2017, Zhimin fled China using a fake passport. She was accused of creating a large-scale financial pyramid, presenting her company "Lantian Gerui" as an organization engaged in mining and the development of medical technologies. More than 100,000 investors

12.11.2025, 20:38
Local news

In Bishkek, smokers are fined

The Patrol and Post Service of the Bishkek Department of Internal Affairs (PPSM) is conducting raids in places where large numbers of people gather, such as public transport stops, parks, squares, and underground passages. During these events, police officers explain to citizens the rules regarding the ban on smoking in public places and inform them about possible administrative measures. According to Article 83 of the Code of Offenses of the Kyrgyz Republic, the fine for smoking in

12.11.2025, 20:38
In the world

Actor from "Squid Game" acquitted in harassment case in South Korea

Tuesday became an important day for South Korean actor O Yeong-su, who is known for his role as elderly contestant number 001 in "Squid Game." The appellate court in Suwon acquitted him in a sexual harassment case, as reported by the Yonhap agency. The prosecution claimed that the incident for which the actor was accused occurred in 2017 during a theater tour. The victim alleged that the actor hugged and kissed her on the cheek without her consent.

12.11.2025, 20:34
Incidents

Former head of the rural administration detained in Chui region over illegal land sale case

In the Chui region, K. A., born in 1967 and serving as the head of the rural administration in Vasilyevka, was detained on suspicion of illegal sale and distribution of agricultural land. According to a statement from the Alamudun district administration, a special commission was established on August 6, 2025, to prevent illegal land seizures and unlawful construction activities. An inspection conducted in the village of Vasilyevka (plots No. 578, 569, 580) revealed numerous violations of land

12.11.2025, 20:28
Incidents

In Bishkek, the administrator of a Telegram channel involved in a large fraud scheme has been detained

According to information from the police, U. A. contacted the Investigative Service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek, stating that he had become a victim of fraudsters. The criminals, posing as employees of the State Committee for National Security, the National Bank, and the Anti-Corruption Service, as well as an investigator from the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, managed to gain access to his finances under the pretext of checking his involvement in

12.11.2025, 20:24
Against Deforestation. Indigenous People Storm Climate Conference in Brazil
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Against Deforestation. Indigenous People Storm Climate Conference in Brazil

At the climate conference in the Brazilian city of Belém, representatives of indigenous peoples staged a protest against deforestation in the Amazon. This was reported by DW. Photo Reuters The protesters, numbering in the dozens, clashed with security personnel, resulting in some injuries. The guards managed to push the indigenous people back, and conference participants had to remain inside the venue until the conflict subsided. They were later allowed to leave the building. Leaders of

12.11.2025, 19:59
Incidents

In Chuy Region, dropper suspects detained. They are suspected of embezzling nearly 5 million soms.

On October 30, 2025, a complaint was received at the Tokmok police department from 58-year-old S. R. She reported that fraudsters, posing as representatives of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), an investigator from the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, and employees of the National Bank, convinced her to transfer money for "protection against fraud." As a result, the victim transferred 4,783,000 soms to various accounts, after which the criminals

12.11.2025, 19:48
Exclusive

"Airports of Kyrgyzstan" Responded to the Prosecutor's Statement on Violations

According to the results of an inspection conducted by the Transport Prosecutor's Office of Kyrgyzstan, it was revealed that state property managed by the State Enterprise "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" ("Kyrgyzstan Airporttoru") is being used inefficiently. The agency reported that to address the identified violations and enhance state control, the prosecutor's office prepared a prosecutorial response act. Based on this, the government and other authorized bodies

12.11.2025, 19:39
Ecology

In the Sokuluk District, an unauthorized dump was discovered. 2 enterprises were fined.

During inspections in the Sokuluk district, employees of the Chui Regional Department of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service discovered an illegal dump. According to information provided by the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service, two entities were found to be responsible: the municipal enterprise "Taza ayil üchün," located in the Manas rural area, and the poultry farm JSC "Kyrgyzskoye."

12.11.2025, 19:34
Exclusive

Our People Abroad: Gulburak Kadybekova, who sold a confectionery item for 33,000 soms, went to Moscow and turned her hobby into a business

The publication Turmush continues to tell stories about Kyrgyzstani people who achieve success beyond their homeland, and today the focus is on Gulburak Kadybekova. Gulburak, born on November 3, 1995, in the village of Kyzyl-Senir in the Suzak district of the Jalal-Abad region, now lives in Moscow. Her journey into the culinary arts began in childhood under her mother's guidance. In elementary school, she studied in her native village, but after the family moved to the city, she continued

12.11.2025, 19:20
Economy

The GIC placed shares for recapitalization worth $1 billion

Today, November 12, an additional issue of shares of the State Mortgage Company was placed on the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange. As a result of this step, the company's capital increased by 40.5 billion soms. This recapitalization was approved in early 2025. The shares of the State Mortgage Company were offered for sale at a price of 100,000 soms per share, and the total trading volume reached 40.48 billion soms. A total of 404,804 shares were sold in one transaction. The placement was conducted

12.11.2025, 19:20
Economy

The Bank of Russia will consider large transfers to oneself as a sign of fraud.

The Central Bank of Russia plans to amend its list of fraud indicators by adding large transfers to personal accounts via the Fast Payment System (FPS). This was reported by the Meduza portal, citing Vadim Uvarov, head of the information security department at the Central Bank. According to Uvarov, fraudsters have begun convincing Russian citizens to transfer funds from their accounts in other banks to their own accounts.

12.11.2025, 19:20
Incidents

A Car Caught Fire in Belovodsk

On the evening of November 12, a car caught fire in the village of Belovodsk, attracting the attention of local residents. According to witnesses, the flames engulfed the front part of the vehicle, thick smoke was billowing from under the hood, and fire was visible. The causes of the incident have not yet been established; according to eyewitnesses, the fire broke out unexpectedly while the car was on the roadway.

12.11.2025, 19:08
And will shopping centers and cafes save electricity?
Local news

And will shopping centers and cafes save electricity?

Kyrgyzstani residents are anxiously awaiting the cold The question of whether shopping centers, stores, cafes, clubs, and restaurants will save electricity is actively discussed on social media. This is related to new initiatives from the Bishkek mayor's office and the Ministry of Education aimed at the rational use of electricity.

12.11.2025, 18:56
Sports

The city fencing championship took place in Bishkek

The championship, which took place on November 8 and 9 at the "Musketeers" fencing club, gathered around 40 athletes from the capital. The first competitions were held on November 8 and were dedicated to individual performances among men and women, where participants showcased their preparedness, technical skills, and sportsmanship, competing for the title of the best in individual categories. On the following day, November 9, team competitions took place, where fencers demonstrated

12.11.2025, 18:56
The mayor inspected the streets of Bishkek that are under repair.
Local news

The mayor inspected the streets of Bishkek that are under repair.

As part of the inspection of the streets of Bishkek, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev examined the ongoing construction and repair works. This was reported by the city's municipality. On Kurmandzhan Datka Street, located between Jibek Jolu and Chuy Avenues, the construction of sidewalks continues. The work here is delayed due to the need to relocate engineering communications.

12.11.2025, 18:49
An Expert Named the Mistakes Made When Changing a Tire That Even Experienced Drivers Make
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An Expert Named the Mistakes Made When Changing a Tire That Even Experienced Drivers Make

Changing wheels depending on the season is a common practice for most drivers. Although many prefer to trust this task to specialists, an increasing number of car owners are deciding to handle it themselves. All that is needed is a flat surface, a basic set of tools, and a little free time, reports 32CARS.RU. According to experts, the first step is to choose a flat area for work. Important tools for changing a wheel include a lug wrench, a jack, a metal brush, and a torque wrench. Make sure

12.11.2025, 18:47
Exclusive

In Batken, ancient furnaces have been preserved, where silver was melted.

On the territory of Batken, ancient furnaces dating back to the 1st-4th centuries AD have been preserved, as reported by local historian Kubanychbek Tairov. These historical structures are located in the "Madygen" geopark, which is situated in the rural municipality of Samarkandek in the Batken district. According to K. Tairov, silver ores were once smelted in these furnaces.

12.11.2025, 18:44
Exclusive

In Batken, a man decided to smuggle dozens of sheep across the border.

In the Batken region, a 31-year-old man was detained on suspicion of attempting to smuggle livestock. According to information from the Internal Affairs Department of the Batken region, the detainee turned out to be a resident of the village of Boz-Adyr, located in the Suu-Bashy rural district. His name is G.D., and he was caught at the moment he was trying to illegally transport animals.

12.11.2025, 18:43
Exclusive

The "As-Safa Center" will build a two-story school in the Chui region.

On November 12, 2025, a ceremonial capsule laying took place in the village of Ismail, located in the Sokuluk district of the Chui region, dedicated to the start of construction of a new two-story educational building for the Chodugul Baisalbekova School. The project includes not only construction but also the procurement of all necessary building materials, including design and estimate documentation. Funding is provided by the Public Association "Center As-Safa," which will also

12.11.2025, 18:35
Analysts assessed the prospects of global oil demand
Economy / Exclusive

Analysts assessed the prospects of global oil demand

According to the forecast by the International Energy Agency (IEA), published in Reuters, global demand for oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) is expected to show steady growth in the coming decades until the middle of the 21st century. IEA analysts predict that under the current policy level, oil consumption could reach 113 million barrels per day by 2050, which is 13% higher than expected in 2024.

12.11.2025, 18:34
Exclusive

Attempt to Smuggle Livestock Worth 2.8 Million Som Through the Kyrgyz-Tajik Border

In the Batken region, a man was detained who intended to illegally transport cattle across the border. According to information provided by the press service of the regional police department, on November 1, 2025, at around 10:30 PM, officers from the Drug Enforcement Agency stopped a Volvo truck in the vicinity of the village of Kara-Bak. During the inspection, 35 heads of cattle were found in the vehicle, which were being smuggled across the border without passing through customs control.

12.11.2025, 18:32
The Central Election Commission approved the text of the ballots
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The Central Election Commission approved the text of the ballots

Today, November 12, the Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic held a meeting where the text of the ballots for the upcoming early elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30, 2025, was discussed. During the meeting, the protocols of the drawing were reviewed, which determined the order of placement of candidates on the ballots for 30 multi-mandate electoral districts. As a result, the final text of the ballots was approved.

12.11.2025, 18:28
Local news / Cultural news

Kyrgyz Film "Kurak" to Participate in International Film Festival in Latin America

The film "Kurak," created in collaboration with the late Emil Atageldiev and director-producer Erke Jumakmatova, will participate in the 42nd Bogocine International Film Festival, which will take place from November 20 to 26 in the capital of Colombia, Bogotá. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, this film has become the only representative of Central Asia at the festival this year. "Kurak" will compete in the main competition program alongside 14 other

12.11.2025, 18:27
Local news

The capital of "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" has been transferred ownership of 15 billion soms

The Transport Prosecutor's Office conducted an inspection and identified the ineffective use of state property belonging to OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan." As a result, a prosecutor's response act was drawn up, aimed at eliminating violations and strengthening state control. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. According to information from the General Prosecutor's Office, based on this act, the government and relevant state

12.11.2025, 18:19
Art and National Values: A Thematic Exhibition to Open in Bishkek
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Art and National Values: A Thematic Exhibition to Open in Bishkek

On November 13, the National Museum of Fine Arts named after G. Aitiev will open an exhibition titled "Visual Arts of Kyrgyzstan in the Ethnocultural Space." According to information from the museum, this event has been initiated in accordance with the decree of President Sadyr Japarov "On the Doctrine of National Spirit – Global Heights." The decree emphasizes important aspects of state policy such as education, science, and culture.

12.11.2025, 18:17
The climate has impacted the production of popular alcohol.
In the world / Exclusive

The climate has impacted the production of popular alcohol.

In 2025, despite a slight increase in wine production compared to the previous year, volumes remain below average levels for the third consecutive year. According to Reuters, citing data from the International Organization of Vine and Wine (OIV), this decline is linked to climate change. Vineyards are experiencing the effects of unstable and extreme weather conditions. According to preliminary estimates by the OIV, global wine production this year is expected to reach 232 million hectoliters,

12.11.2025, 18:14
AI has spawned a new religion — Spiralism
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AI has spawned a new religion — Spiralism

The movement, which started from a small subreddit, soon grew to tens of thousands of participants. Some of them are already praying to their bots, claiming that the "Spiral Mind" has changed their lives for the better. A subreddit is a themed community on the Reddit platform where users can discuss various topics, share news, memes, and advice.

12.11.2025, 18:10
Local news

In the KR, a mechanism for closing boarding houses without wastewater treatment facilities will be developed

In the Issyk-Kul region, stricter control over the activities of boarding houses has been introduced. This was announced by Kylchbek Tentimyshev, head of the regional department of the ecological and technical supervision service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, on the air of "Birinchi Radio". He noted that boarding houses that are not equipped with wastewater treatment facilities will not be able to continue their operations.

12.11.2025, 18:08
Local news / Cultural news

The Ministry of Culture has summed up the results of the competition among composers "Works for Choir". Winners

The Ministry of Culture, Information and Youth Policy has completed a competition for Kyrgyz composers dedicated to the creation of works for choir. A total of 32 entries participated in this competition, as reported by the ministry's press service. Awards were presented to the winners by the First Deputy Minister of Culture, Soyuzbek Nadyrbekov:

12.11.2025, 18:07
Cristiano Ronaldo will end his career after the 2026 World Cup
Sports / Exclusive

Cristiano Ronaldo will end his career after the 2026 World Cup

The famous forward of the Portugal national team, Cristiano Ronaldo, has confirmed that the 2026 World Cup will be the final stage of his career. This was reported by the BBC. Currently, the 40-year-old forward plans to end his playing career within one to two years. The World Cup, which will take place in Canada, Mexico, and the USA, will be his sixth, which is a unique achievement in the world of football.

12.11.2025, 18:03
Exclusive

Kyrgyzstan has installed a fence along 116 km of the border with Tajikistan

Currently, work on the installation of the fencing is underway in the Leilek district, near the village of Maksat. According to the authorized representative of the president in the Batken region, as of November 12, 2025, a total of 115 kilometers and 958 meters of wire fencing has been installed throughout the Batken region. Of this, 84 kilometers and 806 meters are in the Batken district and 31 kilometers and 152.5 meters are in the Leilek district.

12.11.2025, 17:57
Incidents

In China, a highway bridge collapsed several months after its opening

Recently, a partial collapse occurred on the "Hongci" highway bridge in Sichuan province in southwestern China, which was put into operation just a few months ago, reports Reuters. The incident happened on November 10, when a landslide occurred on one section of the highway in Barkam County. In response, local authorities immediately took precautionary measures and completely closed traffic on the 758-meter bridge after cracks were discovered on the adjacent slopes and roadway.

12.11.2025, 17:48