Students from Kyrgyzstan won 11 medals at the international olympiad in Kazakhstan

According to information provided by the Ministry of Education, the team from Kyrgyzstan won two gold, three silver, and six bronze medals. More than 600 school students from 16 countries participated in the Olympiad, with Kyrgyzstan represented by 33 participants. The gold medals in mathematics were awarded to 8th-grade students from "Gazprom Kyrgyzstan" school — Ariet Akimov and Arlan Sayat.

Snow, fog, icy conditions. Meteorologists issued a storm warning.

Meteorologists in Kyrgyzstan predict a sharp deterioration in weather conditions on January 18-19. During this period, precipitation in the form of snow is expected, locally intense, as well as fog and the accumulation of wet snow on wires and trees. On the roads, snow drifts and icy conditions are possible, while in the mountains, snow drifts are anticipated, as reported by the Agency for Hydrometeorology under the Ministry of Emergency Situations. Additionally, winds from the west are

Bakyt Torobaev familiarized himself with the project of an alternative road to Manas Airport.

Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev conducted a review of the project concerning the construction of an alternative road to the Manas International Airport. According to the Ministry of Transport and Communications, Minister Absattar Syrgabaev and his colleagues presented details about the upcoming works, the goals of the project, as well as its technical specifications and implementation stages. The

Life in the Regions: A Resident of Karakol, S. Majiun, Breeds Beautiful Birds that are Considered Symbols of Peace, Happiness, and Love

In the kennel of Salikh Majiyun from the city of Karakol in the Issyk-Kul region, there are about fifty pigeons. He shared his experience with a Turmush correspondent.

Dmitry An from Uzbekistan became the head coach of the "Neftchi" team (Kochkor-Ata)

The football club "Neftchi" (Kochkor-Ata) announced the appointment of a new head coach — Dmitry An from Uzbekistan. Photo from the archive. Dmitry An is the new head coach of the 'Neftchi' team (Kochkor-Ata)

In Osh, work is underway to widen the main streets

In the city of Osh, work is actively underway to expand the streets of Saint Petersburg and Abduvaliev. As part of these activities, construction waste is being cleared. According to information provided by the city administration, currently 4 excavators and 6 units of Shacman equipment are involved in the process.

The largest sapphire in the world found in Sri Lanka - 3,563 carats

In Sri Lanka, a unique violet star sapphire weighing 3,563 carats has been unveiled. Experts estimate its value at no less than $300 million, according to the Associated Press.

In Beslan, two children and an adult were injured when debris from a drone fell on a residential building.

Illustrative photo As a result of the incident, three people were injured: two of whom are children, and one is an adult. Sergey Menyaylo noted that the lives of the injured are not in danger, and medical assistance was provided immediately. Menyaylo also reported that 70 residents were evacuated from the house affected by the incident. Emergency services are working at the scene.

The Ministry of Agriculture invites farmers to the seminar-training "AgroZooVet–2026"

In the southern part of Kyrgyzstan, a series of training seminars is taking place as part of the "AgroZooVet-2026" project, initiated by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. The press service of the ministry reported this event. At the seminars, participants will be able to learn important information on the following topics:

In Bishkek, a man fell into a frozen river

The incident report was received by the "102" service on the same day. The capital's Internal Affairs Directorate confirmed that the incident occurred on Maldybaev Street. This case has been registered in the incident log of the October District Internal Affairs Department, and an investigation into all the circumstances of the incident is currently underway.

Macron Appeared in Public Wearing Glasses Due to Eye Problems

At a meeting at the Élysée Palace, Macron explained his need to wear glasses, noting that it is due to a minor issue. This was reported by Le Parisien. The president said: "Sorry for my glasses, it's temporary. I will have to wear them for a while, so just accept it."

Participants of the World Ice Hockey Championship Arrived in Bishkek

The national teams of Luxembourg, Mexico, and Iran are already in Bishkek, where the U20 World Ice Hockey Championship will take place.

"Artistic Gymnastics Coaches Awarded the Title of 'Honored Coach of the KR'"

The awarding of the honorary title "Honored Coach of the Kyrgyz Republic" took place in a solemn atmosphere, where the director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports under the Cabinet of Ministers of the KR, Kazybek Moldazhiyev, honored the rhythmic gymnastics coaches.

In Bishkek, the GKNB detained two leaders of the Pervomaisky District Interior Department

According to sources, the editorial office of Kaktus.media reports the detention of the head of the criminal investigation department A. I. and the deputy head of the Department of Internal Affairs for investigations A. N. Information about the reason for the detention is currently unavailable. It is known that on January 17, both were summoned for questioning at the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), after which they were placed in a temporary detention facility.

"Neftchi" appointed a new head coach from Uzbekistan

The football club "Neftchi," based in Kochkor-Ata, announced the appointment of a new head coach for the upcoming 2026 season in the Kyrgyz Premier League. The position has been filled by 51-year-old coach Dmitry An from Uzbekistan.

Turkmenistan Recognized as the Most Sober Country in the Post-Soviet Space

According to data from the World Population Review, Turkmenistan ranks first among CIS countries in sobriety. This portal has compiled rankings showing the level of alcohol consumption in different countries around the world. In Central Asia, as noted, the traditions of Islam influence people's attitudes towards alcohol, leading to lower consumption.

Zheenbek Kulubaev commented on Western sanctions and the U.S. visa policy

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasizes the importance of dialogue and the protection of civil interests Foreign Minister Zheenbek Kulubaev commented on the Western sanctions imposed and the changes in the immigration policy of the United States. He emphasized that Kyrgyzstan continues to cooperate with key partners in accordance with national legislation and proposed conducting an independent audit to monitor compliance with the sanctions regimes. The sanctions imposed by Western countries

In At-Bashy, over 500 local residents own a hunting rifle

According to information provided by the akimat, more than 500 residents in the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region own hunting rifles. Currently, there are 44 officially registered hunters in the local hunting community.

A training seminar was held in Leilek as part of the "AgroZooVet-2026" caravan.

On January 17, a training seminar was held at the Leilek District State Administration as part of the "AgroZooVet–2026" project, which was initiated by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. The main objective of this event was to enhance the knowledge level among farmers and specialists in the agricultural sector, implement modern agrotechnologies, and discuss important issues related to the development of agriculture.

Small and Medium Enterprises Will Be Given Preferential Loans Funded by the Republican Budget

Special conditions are also expected for tailors On January 14, the government made a decision to implement a new program aimed at supporting small and medium-sized businesses, as announced by the Minister of Economy, Bakyt Sydykov.

In the Kemin District, the mountain slopes are being cleared of advertisements.

Work on clearing the mountain slopes of advertising structures in the Kemin district of the Chui region has begun in accordance with the directive of the authorized representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan in this region, Azamat Osmonov. According to the district state administration, the process is being carried out under the supervision of the akim of the Kemin district, K. Shakirov, and relevant services are involved.

Investments in the manufacturing industry increased by 1.3 times

- From January to November 2025, the volume of invested capital for the construction of manufacturing industry facilities in Kyrgyzstan increased by 30% compared to the same period in 2024. This information is presented in the materials of the National Statistical Committee. According to official data, the main sources of financing were funds from enterprises and organizations, foreign direct investments, bank loans, as well as funds from the population and charitable contributions from

Ibraev checks the operation of energy facilities due to worsening weather conditions

Due to the sharp deterioration of weather conditions, the Minister of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic, Talaybek Ibraev, conducted an inspection of the operation of energy facilities. This information was disseminated by the press service of the ministry. During his inspection, the minister visited the electricity sales service in Bishkek and held a meeting with representatives of the Bishkek Electric Networks enterprise, which is a subsidiary of JSC "NESK".

An earthquake with a magnitude of 3 occurred in the Batken region

According to information provided by the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan, an earthquake with a magnitude of 3 occurred in the Batken region on January 17 at 19:11. The epicenter was located on the territory of Kyrgyzstan, 5 km southwest of the village of Soviet, 9 km southeast of the village of Sary-Otek, 18 km southeast of the village of Kyzyl-Korgon, and 42 km northeast of the city of Batken.

Snow in some areas, no precipitation elsewhere — weather forecast for January 19

Weather forecast for January 19 in Kyrgyzstan. Throughout the night, some areas of the Issyk-Kul region are expected to see snow, while in other parts of the country, no precipitation is predicted. During the day, snow may again be possible in the Osh, Jalal-Abad, Batken, and Naryn regions, while the rest of the territory will also remain dry. Fog is possible in some areas. There will be snow cover and ice on the roads. The wind will blow from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s, with wind speeds

The police identified the man found on the frozen Ala-Archa River.

In the Oktyabrsky district, a preliminary investigation is being conducted regarding an incident that occurred under the bridge on Akhunbaeva Street, according to information from the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate. On January 18, a man was found on the frozen Ala-Archa River. Witnesses of the incident helped him out of the water, provided first aid, and called an ambulance and the police. According to the victim, he was thrown into the river.

In Indonesia, a missing plane was found at the top of a mountain

The crew and passengers, a total of 11 people, were on board when contact with the plane was lost on January 17 in the Maros district. The search for the aircraft began immediately, and the first signs of its location were discovered on Sunday morning. At 07:17 (02:17 Moscow time), patrol aviation identified white debris in the mountainous area. Rescue teams soon found large fragments of the plane on the northern slope of the mountain, and at 08:09 (03:09 Moscow time), the fuselage was

The third magnetic storm since the beginning of January has started on Earth.

According to information provided by the Solar Astronomy Laboratory at the Space Research Institute (IKI) of the Russian Academy of Sciences, a new magnetic storm has begun on Earth. In their Telegram channel, researchers noted that "the third magnetic storm began in January."

Storm Warning: On January 18-19, avalanches and icy conditions are expected in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan.

In Kyrgyzstan, a sharp deterioration in weather conditions is expected on January 18 and 19: snowfalls are anticipated, with intense precipitation in some areas. The accumulation of wet snow on trees and power lines will also become one of the issues. This information is provided by Kyrgyzhydromet. Fog and the presence of snow cover on the road surface are also expected, which will lead to the formation of ice. Snowdrifts may occur in mountainous areas. The western wind may strengthen to 15-20

Annexation of Greenland. Trump imposes tariffs on eight European countries starting February 1.

Starting from February 1, 2024, Donald Trump, the President of the United States, announced the introduction of additional tariffs affecting the United Kingdom, Denmark, and other European countries. This measure is a response to the ongoing disputes surrounding Greenland, which Trump reported on his social media account on Truth Social. According to him, the specified tariffs will remain in effect until a complete agreement on the acquisition of Greenland by the United States is reached.

Khamenei Acknowledges the Death of "Several Thousand" People in Protests in Iran for the First Time

In his recent speech, which was broadcast on Iranian state television, Ayatollah Khamenei openly acknowledged for the first time that "several thousand" people have died during the protests. He pointed to the responsibility of both the protesters and the U.S. authorities for these tragic events, reporting this to the Associated Press. During his speech, Khamenei called U.S. President Donald Trump a "criminal," claiming that he is responsible for the suffering and

In Guatemalan prisons, 46 people were taken hostage during riots

Saturday events in Guatemala led to a hostage situation: according to Reuters, riots occurred in three correctional facilities where inmates are holding 46 people, mainly security staff and a psychologist. The head of the country's Ministry of the Interior, Marco Antonio Villeda, stated at a press conference that there is currently no confirmed information about casualties or injuries among the hostages.

Storm Warning: Avalanches and Snowdrifts Expected on Mountain Roads in Kyrgyzstan

According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet under the Ministry of Emergency Situations, dangerous weather phenomena are expected in mountainous regions and on certain highways of the country from January 19 to 21. In particular, this concerns the Bishkek - Osh route, where avalanches may occur in sections 121–138 km (Tоо-Ashuu Pass) and 198–255 km (Ala-Bel Pass, Chychkan Gorge). The roads Ala-Buka - Kanysh-Kiya (68–74 km and 86–101 km, Chapchyma Pass), Krasnaya Gorka - Ak-Tash (0–3 km),

The EU promises a unified response to Trump's threats to impose tariffs over Greenland.

According to Euronews, the Trump administration plans to impose an additional 10% tariff on eight European countries starting February 1. In response to these actions, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, French President Emmanuel Macron, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated the need for a unified and coordinated EU approach to protect Europe's sovereignty. The publication also reminds that last summer, an agreement was signed between the EU and the US, under which

Investments in the agricultural sector increased by 13.9%, while in mining they decreased by 1.6 times.

- According to the data from the National Statistical Committee, from January to November 2025, the volume of investments in fixed capital directed towards the construction of facilities in agriculture, forestry, and fishing in Kyrgyzstan increased by 13.9%. Official statistics show that the main sources of funding in this sector were the republican budget, international grants and humanitarian aid, foreign loans, as well as funds from citizens and philanthropists residing in the country. These

Bloomberg: OpenAI will start testing advertising in ChatGPT

According to Bloomberg, advertising will be available to users of the free version of ChatGPT, as well as to those who have subscribed to the new budget plan Go for $8 a month. This plan was initially launched in India and is now expanding to America. More expensive subscriptions will remain ad-free. The implementation of an advertising model represents a significant shift in OpenAI's strategy. This decision aims to diversify revenue sources ahead of a potential IPO and to offset the high

Writing at Dawn and Living the Lives of Heroes. Shaksanem Murray on Her Creativity

Shahsanem Murray, a Kyrgyz-British writer, was born and raised in Bishkek. With a degree in philology, she graduated from the Romance-Germanic faculty of the Kyrgyz National University. She moved to Scotland in September 2001 and currently resides in Edinburgh. In an interview with 24.kg, she shared her creative experiences and views on literature. Photo from the interviewee's archive. Shahsanem Murray — How did you start your journey in literature?

Schoolchildren of Kyrgyzstan won two gold, three silver, and six bronze medals at the International Olympiad in Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science.

At the XXII International Zhautykov Olympiad in Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science, held in Almaty from January 10 to 15, 2026 (IZhO2026), the team of schoolchildren from Kyrgyzstan achieved outstanding results, winning two gold, three silver, and six bronze medals. More than 600 schoolchildren from 16 countries participated in this prestigious competition, including Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Pakistan, Russia, Romania,

In the city of Osh, the municipal enterprise "Agricultural Economy" is being modernized

In Osh, the modernization of the municipal enterprise "Agricultural Economy" has begun, as reported by the press service of the city administration. By the instruction of Mayor Jenishbek Toktobaev, the construction of a new garage, grain storage facility, and workshop for winter repairs of agricultural machinery is underway on the premises of the enterprise. It is expected that the new facilities will be ready for operation in the coming days.

Trump threatened eight European countries with tariffs over their stance on Greenland

As reported by The Guardian, Trump stated that starting from February 1, a 10% tariff will be applied to all goods exported from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Finland to the USA. Furthermore, beginning June 1, this tariff will increase to 25%. The President of the United States noted: "For many years, we have funded Denmark and other European Union countries without charging them tariffs. Now, it is time for Denmark to pay us back, as

Bloomberg: Elon Musk Demands Compensation from OpenAI of Up to $134 Billion

Elon Musk, the well-known American entrepreneur, has sued OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, demanding a refund of between $79 billion and $134 billion. He claims that his $38 million investment in 2015 during the company's founding gives him the right to a share of its revenues, as OpenAI's valuation has significantly increased since then. This information was published by Bloomberg based on court documents. According to the publication, Musk's lawyers assert that OpenAI deceived

In the shopping mall "Ala-Archa," a stampede occurred at the children's playground due to a power outage.

A crowd crush was recorded at the children's playground of the "Ala-Archa" shopping and entertainment center, which was captured on video and quickly spread on social media. According to local services, the incident occurred due to a temporary power outage, which led to a gathering of people.

AI Can Detect 130 Diseases While You Sleep

A new artificial intelligence model has been created that can predict the risk of serious diseases based on data from sleep laboratories, even before the first symptoms appear, according to media reports. The artificial intelligence (AI) can assess the likelihood of more than 130 diseases—from heart attacks to breast cancer—based solely on data collected over one night in a sleep laboratory. The program does not establish causes but only identifies correlations. SleepFM, the new AI model,

UNESCO is ready to support the World Nomad Games and the Issyk-Kul Forum named after Aitmatov

In the Batken Region, a seminar "AgroZooVet-2026" was held for the development of agriculture and animal husbandry

- On January 16, 2026, an interregional seminar "AgroZooVet-2026" was held in the Kadamjay district, organized by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. The goal of this event was to introduce modern technologies into the practices of farmers, veterinarians, and agronomists, focusing on increasing livestock productivity and developing the processing industry aimed at export.

In Uzbekistan, officials will receive bonuses, while convicted individuals will have their sentences reduced for reading books.

According to a new decree, a competition will be held among employees in government service for the title of the most avid reader. The one who reads the most books will receive a reward equivalent to one month's salary. Additionally, the president has instructed that by April 1, all government institutions should be equipped with special reading corners and implement monthly "reading hours" for employees. An internal ranking system based on employees' reading activity will

In Karabalta, a performance of the musical show "King and Jester: Shadows on the Wall" took place.

In Bishkek and Kara-Balta, a performance of the musical show "King and Jester: Shadows on the Wall" took place, which became a significant cultural event. This performance was created by participants of a school theater studio under the guidance of Nezhdana Zaretskaya-Shcherbina, a teacher at the children's art school in the Panfilov district.

Federer – Star of the First Opening Ceremony of the Australian Open

On the courts of Melbourne Park, the familiar voice of tennis greatness echoed once again — Roger Federer returned to be the central figure of the first official opening ceremony of the Australian Open, dedicated to the 2026 tournament. This is his first appearance in Australia since 2021, which sparked a storm of emotions among devoted fans.