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Sadyr Japarov Held Talks with Donald Trump
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Sadyr Japarov Held Talks with Donald Trump

Sadyr Japarov held talks with Donald Trump. Photo by the press service of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. On November 6 in Washington, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, held meetings with Donald Trump as part of his working visit to the United States. This information was provided by the information policy department of the president's office. During the conversation, important issues concerning bilateral relations were discussed, as well as the possibilities of

07.11.2025, 07:09
Airplanes, Rare Earth Metals, and AI: Uzbekistan Signed Major Agreements and Contracts with American Companies
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Airplanes, Rare Earth Metals, and AI: Uzbekistan Signed Major Agreements and Contracts with American Companies

As part of this event, several key documents were signed: Agreement on cooperation in the production of rare earth elements between the Ministry of Geology and Denali Exploration Group; Partnership agreement in the field of rare earth metals between the Reconstruction and Development Fund and Re Element Technologies; Agreement on the modernization of pumping stations between the Ministry of Investments, Industry and Trade and Flowserve; Agreement on the implementation of water-saving

07.11.2025, 06:56
Incidents

An earthquake occurred in China, which was felt in Kyrgyzstan

According to information provided by the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, an earthquake occurred in China, which was also felt in the territory of Kyrgyzstan. According to seismologists, the tremors were registered on November 6 at 16:08.

07.11.2025, 05:32
Sports

Sambo Ambassador in the World Fedor Emelianenko Arrived in Bishkek

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a press conference was held featuring Fedor Emelianenko, who serves as the ambassador of sambo worldwide. The event was dedicated to the upcoming World Championship in this sport. The head of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, Kazbek Moldazhiyev, noted that sambo occupies one of the key places in the country's sports life.

06.11.2025, 23:34
Local news

George Lucas Bought a House in London to Stay Away from Trump

George Lucas, the director of the famous "Star Wars" franchise, has decided to purchase a house in London to reduce his time in the U.S. amid the political situation related to President Donald Trump. This information was published in the Times newspaper, citing anonymous sources close to the situation. According to Bloomberg, the cost of the mansion was $52.3 million, making this deal one of the most significant in the real estate sector in the UK this year.

06.11.2025, 23:25
Local news

24.kg congratulates colleagues and readers on Information and Press Day

Today, November 7, the professional community of journalists and media workers celebrates its holiday — Information and Printing Day. This day serves as a symbol of freedom of speech and emphasizes the right of citizens to receive truthful information. It also highlights the courage and responsibility of everyone working in this field.

06.11.2025, 23:09
Exclusive

US Department of Transportation to Cut Number of Flights by 10% Due to Shutdown

The U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Sean Duffy, has decided to reduce the number of flights operated from the 40 largest airports in the country by 10%. This is due to the ongoing government shutdown, as reported by Reuters. According to the Secretary, the main reason for this step is safety concerns. During the shutdown, 13,000 air traffic controllers and 50,000 Transportation Security Administration employees are working without pay, forcing many of them to take sick leave or seek

06.11.2025, 23:06
Sports

Kanat Begaliyev: The State of Greco-Roman Wrestling in Kyrgyzstan is Below Average

As of today, the level of Greco-Roman wrestling in Kyrgyzstan is assessed as below average. This is my personal opinion. The results of the recent competitions are disappointing. I do not believe that the blame lies with the federation or the state. The internal problems that should be addressed first have become a subject of public discussion and have caused a wide resonance. Kanat Begaliev, a finalist in the 2008 Olympic Games, shared his thoughts on the current state of Greco-Roman wrestling

06.11.2025, 23:03
U.S. Secretary of State Hosts Leaders of Foreign Affairs Agencies of Central Asian Countries. Transcript
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U.S. Secretary of State Hosts Leaders of Foreign Affairs Agencies of Central Asian Countries. Transcript

The U.S. Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, recently organized an event at the State Department, where foreign ministers from Central Asian countries were invited. Among those present were the heads of foreign affairs agencies from Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, as well as the ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to the United States. Text of the speech (free translation)

06.11.2025, 23:01
In the world

Megan Markle Returns to Acting Career

Prince Harry's wife, Meghan Markle, has returned to filming after a long break that began eight years ago when she got married. This was reported by The Sun, citing informed sources. On November 5, in Pasadena, California, Markle was spotted on the set of the film "Close Personal Friends." This project, created by Amazon MGM Studios, also stars Brie Larson, Lily Collins, Jack Quaid, and Henry Golding. The plot of the film will focus on the story of two lovers.

06.11.2025, 22:46
Local news

Architects have developed a sketch of a ring interchange in the city of Osh

Specialists from the architectural department of the Osh region, working within the Department of Urban Development and Architecture, have presented a new sketch project. According to the Ministry of Construction, this concerns a ring road interchange. The project will be implemented at the intersection of Masalieva and Shakirova streets, which is expected to happen in the near future.

06.11.2025, 22:34
In the world

Kim and Bakalchuk Reached a Settlement Agreement on Property Division

The Moscow City Court has completed the proceedings in the property division case between Wildberries founder Tatyana Kim and her ex-husband Vladislav Bakalchuk thanks to a reached settlement. The press service of the courts of general jurisdiction in Moscow reported that "Bakalchuk V. S. and Kim T. V. have reached an agreement on the division of property, which was approved by the appellate ruling of the judicial panel for civil cases on November 6, 2025."

06.11.2025, 22:08
Local news

Raid at the bus stops of Bishkek. 27 cars were taken to the impound lot.

A large raid was held in Bishkek, initiated by Mayor Aibek Junushaliev, during which employees of the municipal enterprise "City Road Transport Infrastructure" checked compliance with parking rules at bus stops. This was reported by the press service of the mayor's office. The raids were conducted throughout the city, and in one day, 27 vehicles parked illegally at stops were discovered. These cars were towed to the impound lot.

06.11.2025, 21:52
A scandal occurred at the Miss Universe beauty pageant in Thailand
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A scandal occurred at the Miss Universe beauty pageant in Thailand

A scandal erupted at the "Miss Universe" pageant taking place in Thailand. The event's organizer, Nawat Itsaragrisil, harshly criticized the representative from Mexico, Fatima Bosh, calling her "stupid" and demanding that she leave, as reported by MS News. In the photo: the organizer of the "Miss Universe" pageant in Thailand, Nawat Itsaragrisil, accused Fatima Bosh from Mexico of incompetence during the scandal

06.11.2025, 21:44
Sports

Footballer Gulzhigit Alykulov leaves the Russian club "Torpedo"

The midfielder of the national team of Kyrgyzstan, 24-year-old Gulzhigit Alykulov, and the Moscow club "Torpedo" have reached an agreement to terminate the contract. Since his transfer to the team in January 2025, Alykulov has played 20 matches, in which he scored one goal.

06.11.2025, 21:17
Health

President of the International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics Reveals the Worst Enemy of Aging

The President of the International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics, geriatrician José Ricardo Jauregui, identified socialization as the main enemy of aging in an interview with Infobae. During the conversation, he discussed current issues of longevity and global trends that he observed at two significant gerontology congresses in Reykjavik (Iceland) and Lisbon (Portugal), from which he has just returned.

06.11.2025, 21:02
Local news

Bishkek City Court issued a ruling in the case of Zhoomart Karabaev

The Bishkek City Court confirmed the decision previously made by the Pervomaisky District Court regarding Zhoomart Karabaev. Human rights activist Gulshaiyr Abdirasulova reported that the sentence remains in effect, and Karabaev was sentenced to three years of probation. It is worth reminding that on July 3, 2024, Karabaev was arrested on charges under Articles 278 "Mass Riots" and 327 "Public Calls for Violent Seizure of Power" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.

06.11.2025, 20:59
The title "Miss Earth 2025" was awarded to 21-year-old model from the Czech Republic, Natali Pushkinova.
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The title "Miss Earth 2025" was awarded to 21-year-old model from the Czech Republic, Natali Pushkinova.

In recent days, the international beauty contest "Miss Earth" took place in the Philippines, where the title of the winner was awarded to Natali Pushkinova from the Czech Republic. Among the 12 finalists was also Russian contestant Elizaveta Guryanova, as reported by the news agency URA.RU. The representative from Ukraine, who made it to the top eight participants, also received attention.

06.11.2025, 20:52
Events / Sports

A press conference dedicated to the World Sambo Championship, which will take place in the capital, was held in Bishkek with the participation of Fedor Emelianenko.

On November 6, a press conference was held at one of the hotels in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, dedicated to the upcoming World Sambo Championship, which is scheduled for November 7-9. Notable figures such as the President of the International Sambo Federation (FIAS) Vasily Shestakov, legendary mixed martial arts fighter Fedor Emelianenko, and the head of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of Kyrgyzstan, Kazibek Moldazhiyev, attended the event.

06.11.2025, 20:51
Exclusive

A fire broke out in a high-rise building in the city of Kara-Kul: The fire damaged 2 apartments

In Kara-Kul, located in the Jalal-Abad region, a fire occurred today, November 6, on the fourth floor of an apartment building, reports Turmush correspondent. According to preliminary data, the fire broke out around 15:40 in apartment number 24 of building number 25 on Seriy Street. The area of the fire was 15 square meters. As a result of the fire, the neighboring apartment number 22 was also partially damaged, where the fire affected an area of 3 square meters.

06.11.2025, 20:49
Sports

Fighter Fedor Emelianenko Shares His First Impressions of Kyrgyzstan

The famous mixed martial arts fighter Fedor Emelianenko, during a press conference held on October 6 dedicated to the World Sambo Championship, shared his first impressions of visiting Kyrgyzstan. According to Emelianenko, he has not yet had the opportunity to explore the country in detail, but he expressed hope that he would be able to do so if he finds some free time.

06.11.2025, 20:47
Local news

The status of some settlements will be changed

In Kyrgyzstan, as part of the proposed draft law presented for public discussion, a number of settlements from the Batken, Osh, and Talas regions may be classified as ayils. According to current legislation, for a settlement to be granted the status of an ayil, it must have at least 50 residents, of whom at least half are engaged in agriculture. Obtaining this status will allow local settlements to become independent territorial units within the corresponding ayil district, which will enhance

06.11.2025, 20:46
Local news

Bishkek Tops the Ranking of Cities with the Most Polluted Air

According to the air quality monitoring service, on November 6, Bishkek ranked first among cities with the highest level of pollution. The concentration of PM2.5 — fine particles made up of solid substances and liquid droplets — reached 149 µg/m³, which classifies the air in the capital as "very harmful."

06.11.2025, 20:45
Local news

In Singapore, internet scammers will be whipped with rods

According to information provided by The Washington Post, the new measures will affect not only those directly involved in fraud but also those who assist them by providing bank accounts, SIM cards, and personal data, as well as recruiters. The only exceptions will be women, girls, and men over the age of 50. The publication also reported that in the first half of 2025, numerous cases of internet fraud were recorded in Singapore, and the damage from these crimes has reached $3.88 billion since

06.11.2025, 20:31
Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, 39.75 percent of deputy mandates in local councils are held by women

The dynamics of women's participation in the political life of Kyrgyzstan demonstrate a positive trend: their representation in local self-government bodies continues to grow. Currently, women hold 39.75% of deputy mandates in local councils, as reported by Kudaybergen Bazarbaev, director of the State Agency for Public Service and Local Self-Government. He noted that as part of the administrative-territorial reform, the total number of deputy seats has decreased from 9062 to 6384.

06.11.2025, 20:27
Sports

Kyrgyzstan Football Championship: Three-Day Series in Karakol Concluded with 7 Goals

As part of the Kyrgyzstan Football Championship, the team "Bars" from Karakol won against "Bishkek City" in the match of the 25th round of the Premier League. The game, which took place on November 6 at the "Intymak Arena," ended with a score of 4:3 in favor of the Karakol team. The match was originally scheduled for November 4, but was postponed due to heavy snowfall.

06.11.2025, 20:19
Economy

Uncovering the Mining Industry: Why Everyone Should Know Who Owns the Deposits in Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan has significant reserves of natural resources, including not only gold but also many other minerals that are currently in short supply on the global market. This creates opportunities for the development of the mining sector. In recent years, the republic has focused on non-critical minerals, which is a promising area for investment. However, attracting investors willing to finance the development of the sector is necessary. It is important that activities in the mining industry are

06.11.2025, 19:52
Fire hydrant burst on Osmonkula Street
Local news

Fire hydrant burst on Osmonkula Street

Today, November 6, in Bishkek, at the corner of Osmonkul and Ogonbaev streets, a hydrant burst, causing a significant amount of water to flow. This information was confirmed by the press service of the city hall. Photo courtesy of the Bishkek city hall press service. Photo courtesy of the Bishkek city hall press service. An emergency crew from the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkekvodokanal" arrived at the scene immediately and began work to restore the 400-millimeter diameter water

06.11.2025, 19:28
Bishkek City Court upheld the sentence of Joormat Karabaev without changes
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Bishkek City Court upheld the sentence of Joormat Karabaev without changes

Previously, the former employee of the National Academy of Sciences was sentenced to three years of probation A session was held at the Bishkek City Court, where it was decided to uphold the sentence issued to Joomart Karabaev, a former employee of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic. This was reported by human rights activist Gulshaiyr Abdirasulova on her social media.

06.11.2025, 19:28
Local news / Cultural news

"History of the Manaschi": The Story of the Manaschi Aktan Tynybek Uulu

On February 18, a presentation of the book "Manaschylar" took place at the National Theater "Manas," which collects the biographies and life stories of 150 manaschy over the last five centuries. The author of this project is the manaschy and theater director Nurbek Talantbekov. In chronological order, the list of manaschy is presented, supplemented by verses written by manaschy Rysbai Isakov, who is also known for entering the Guinness Book of Records for recounting the epic

06.11.2025, 19:27
UNESCO established the International Day of Nomadic Heritage at the initiative of Kyrgyzstan
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UNESCO established the International Day of Nomadic Heritage at the initiative of Kyrgyzstan

At the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference held on November 6, a resolution proposed by Kyrgyzstan was unanimously adopted, proclaiming September 22 as the International Day of Nomadic Heritage. This was reported by the National Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic for UNESCO. Photo by UNESCO. Kyrgyzstan initiated the creation of the International Day of Nomadic Heritage

06.11.2025, 19:17