"Arsenal crushes Club Brugge, Benfica defeats Napoli"

At the stadium in Belgium, "Arsenal" confidently secured a victory over "Club Brugge," finishing the match with a score of 3:0. The Londoners controlled the game from the very beginning, completely denying their opponent any opportunity to show themselves. Noni Madueke scored twice — first, he made an impressive run through the defense, and then he completed his brace after the break. Gabriel Martinelli scored the third goal.

World Christmas Trees 2025: New Year’s Glow from New York to Bishkek

Exporters of Kyrgyzstan will compete for the title of the best in 2025

The Center for Development and Promotion of Exports "Kyrgyz Export" has initiated a national competition titled "Best Exporter of the Kyrgyz Republic – 2025". It is aimed at domestic companies and entrepreneurs, offering them the opportunity to showcase their achievements. As noted by the organizers, this event opens up excellent prospects for businesses to strengthen their positions on the international stage and provides useful tools for further growth.

Kyrgyzstanis urged to give up New Year's fireworks

The Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic has called on citizens to refrain from using pyrotechnics during the New Year holidays. In the department, it is emphasized that the use of fireworks has a negative impact on the atmosphere, especially in the winter period when the level of pollutants significantly increases due to temperature inversions. Additionally, pyrotechnic products create a lot of solid waste and increase the risk of fires.

The boy is walking to school through snowdrifts up to his waist.

In the morning, a schoolboy from the Kara-Kulja district of the Osh region faced difficulties on his way to school. In a video recorded by local residents in the Alaykuu valley, the moment is captured when the boy, submerged up to his waist in snow, crosses a rural street to reach his school.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports on new rules for the stay of citizens of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan

Starting from September 1, 2025, new rules regarding the stay of citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic in Kazakhstan have come into effect. According to these rules, if citizens of Kyrgyzstan exceed the permitted duration of stay (90 days within 180 days), restrictions may be imposed on their further entry into the country. Furthermore, starting from December 1, 2025, similar conditions will apply to citizens of Kazakhstan entering Kyrgyzstan.

At the Korday Pass, there is a multi-kilometer traffic jam. Cars have been stuck since early morning.

Today, December 11, numerous drivers witnessed a massive traffic jam forming at the Kordai Pass. Eyewitnesses reported this to the Kaktus.media editorial office. “We’ve been standing since 10 AM, and so far there are no hopes for movement,” they share their concerns.

The match of the Kyrgyzstan national team (U-23) with the Turkish Super League club has been canceled. The KFS explained the reason.

The friendly match of the Kyrgyzstan national football team (U-23) in Turkey will not take place, as reported by representatives of the Kyrgyz Football Union to Sport AKIpress. On December 10, the team, led by Edmar Lacerda, was supposed to meet with "Alanyaspor," which plays in the Turkish Super League.

Two non-residential premises, including a museum, are being transferred to state ownership by the Bishkek City Hall.

At the meeting of the Bishkek City Council's commission on municipal property, land issues, urban planning, and architecture, held on December 10, information was revealed about the city's intentions to transfer several non-residential premises to state ownership. Vice Mayor Azamat Kadyrov reported that the municipality is requesting permission for the gratuitous transfer of a non-residential property and a land plot located at the corner of Manas Avenue and Toktogul Street.

"‘Today, drugs are everywhere,’ warns the director of the relevant EU agency"

According to Gusdeel, over the past 10 years in office, he has witnessed significant changes in the field of illegal drug trafficking and the development of initiatives aimed at public health. Gusdeel points out that in the last decade, Europe has seen the emergence of new narcotic substances that attract a wide range of consumers, from those who use them occasionally to those who suffer from addiction and social isolation.

The USA plans to check social media of tourists from allied countries. How this will work is unclear.

In the near future, tourists from 40 countries that have the opportunity for visa-free entry into the U.S. may face a new requirement. According to a draft document published by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, they may need to provide information about their social media accounts for the past five years. This was reported by the BBC.

The film festival "Bir Dүynө - Kyrgyzstan" will open in Bishkek on December 12, and the premiere of the documentary film "Mandat" will take place.

On December 12, the XIX International Festival of Documentary Films on Human Rights titled "Bir Dүynө - Kyrgyzstan 2025" will be inaugurated in Bishkek. On the same day, the premiere of the work by Swiss director Stefan Ziegler — the documentary film "Mandate" — is expected. This was announced at a press conference held on December 11, where the festival organizers: Tolekan Ismailova, Nakynai Aydakeeva, Murat Karypov, Adilet Alimkulov, and the director Stefan Ziegler himself

Aitmatov Russian Drama Theatre. January Repertoire

In the program of the State National Russian Drama Theater named after Ch. Aitmatov for January 2026, performances are scheduled on the big and small stages, as well as in the baby theater. January 4. Sunday. Premiere!

Bezos and Musk Aim to Move Data Centers to Space

The rivalry between two billionaires in rocket development and satellite launches is already known to many, but now they are directing their efforts towards creating orbital data centers. Authors: Mika Maidenberg and Becky Peterson

A Large Family of Capricorns Encountered in the Talas Mountains

On the territory of the state natural park "Besh-Tash," located in the Talas region, a herd of mountain goats has been recorded. According to witnesses, the number of animals was ten. As reported by the park administration, on December 10, it was possible to capture these ten goats on video in the Arashan Mazary area.

A presentation of a book dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the museum will take place at the Osh Regional Museum of Fine Arts.

On December 18, a presentation of a book will take place at the Osh Regional Museum of Fine Arts named after Turgunbai Sadykov, marking the 20th anniversary of the institution and its contribution to the development of artistic culture in southern Kyrgyzstan. According to the museum, the main goal of the event is to present the results of many years of work on the study and preservation of artistic heritage. The book presentation will occur in the year of the 90th anniversary of the famous

Quality of Construction in the Country: Safety, Control, and Guarantees

In the current year, 15.5 billion soms have been allocated from the republican budget for the construction of 668 facilities across the country. Currently, the construction of about 300 of them has been completed, and they are already in operation. The Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaev, noted that this is a record achievement for the country.

In Kadamzhai, 22 heads of seized smuggled cattle are being auctioned off.

The Kadamjay City Hall has announced an auction where 22 heads of cattle, seized for attempting illegal import, will be offered for sale, reports the press service of the city hall. A total of 41 heads of cattle were detained during the operation, of which about 20 have already found their buyers. The remaining 22 heads will be put up for auction for the third time.

A court in Tashkent fined a man nearly $7,000 for turning a wasteland into a green zone

Arsen Avanesyan, who personally spent funds on the improvement of this area, was held accountable for violating land legislation. Additionally, he was instructed to restore the territory to its original state.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic: Updated residency rules for citizens of Kyrgyzstan came into effect in Kazakhstan on September 1, 2025

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs draws attention to the new rules that will come into effect on September 1, 2025, for citizens of Kyrgyzstan in Kazakhstan. According to the new rules, citizens of Kyrgyzstan who exceed the established limits of stay (90 days in each 180-day period) may face entry restrictions into Kazakhstan.

GKNB: A land plot has been returned to the state in the Manas district

During the inspection, an illegal transfer of a municipal land plot, with an area of 7.28 hectares, was discovered. This was reported by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) of Kyrgyzstan. According to the security service, this land plot has been returned to state ownership.

Unusual Chapan Associated with Kurmanjan Datka

In the Osh National Historical and Archaeological Museum Complex "Sulaiman-Too," there is a unique chapan that has an interesting backstory. Patila Zhusueva, a local resident, shared with a Turmush correspondent that she donated this chapan to the museum in 2018.

Incidence of Influenza and ARVI by Districts and Cities of Chuy Region

As of today, there is an increase in the incidence of influenza and ARVI in Kyrgyzstan. In this regard, some educational institutions in various regions are transitioning to distance learning, and a number of kindergartens are closing for quarantine. Turmush correspondent has gathered current data on the situation in educational institutions in the region.

The State Tax Service Implements Automated Property Tax Assessment

The State Tax Service (GNS) is launching a new project for the automated calculation of property tax, made possible by changes in tax legislation. According to the updates made to the Tax Code, property tax will now be calculated and paid directly by the tax authorities at the location of the relevant property or land plot.

In Kyrgyzstan, to support jewelers, the single tax rate has been reduced to 0.25%

To support the jewelry industry in Kyrgyzstan, the single tax rate has been reduced to 0.25%. This information was announced by Kubanychbek Isabekov, Deputy Chairman of the State Tax Service, in an interview with “Seventh Channel”.

Outbreak of ARVI: 22 Kindergartens and a School Closed in Ak-Suysky District

In the Ak-Suy district, in response to the increase in cases of ARVI, a decision was made to close 22 kindergartens and one school starting from December 10, as reported by the local administration. The closure of educational institutions will last until December 17. According to the agency, sharp fluctuations in weather have contributed to the rise in respiratory illnesses among children.

15-year-old teenager killed under the wheels of a car

A tragedy occurred in the city of Osh: a 15-year-old teenager became a victim of a traffic accident, reports several sources. According to preliminary data, the incident took place on December 9 at 18:20 near a gas station on Razzakov Street, close to the railway tracks.

Nicolas Sarkozy's Memoirs "Diary of a Prisoner" Released and Immediately Became a Bestseller

On December 10, 2025, the memoirs of Nicolas Sarkozy titled "Diary of a Prisoner" were released. The first excerpts from this work were published on the Politico website. On September 25, the court sentenced Sarkozy to five years in prison with a suspended sentence for participating in a criminal conspiracy related to the illegal financing of his 2007 campaign by Libyan authorities. He began serving his sentence on October 21 but was released on November 10 pending the consideration

Damira: Society Has Not Advanced in Knowledge About HIV as Much as Medicine Has

In Kyrgyzstan, the Republican Center for the Control of Hematogenic Viral Hepatitis and HIV detects about a thousand new cases of HIV each year. Despite the fact that many still perceive HIV as a deadly disease, it has long been considered chronic. One can live with it, managing the situation just as one does with diabetes or hypertension—the main thing is not to delay treatment.

The head of the cabinet congratulated Kyrgyzstanis on International Mountain Day

In connection with the initiative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov and the resolution of the UN General Assembly, the International Decade of Action for Mountain Development (2023-2027) has been launched. Our country is actively participating in promoting mountain development issues on the global stage, strengthening international ties. Within the country, consistent work is being carried out to improve the living conditions of the population in mountain areas: developing

A Hidden Factor in Slowing Child Development Discovered

In a study published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry (JCPP), scientists concluded that high temperatures in early childhood may hinder the acquisition of essential skills. The research team analyzed data on the development of 19,607 children aged 3-4 years from countries such as Georgia, Gambia, Madagascar, Malawi, Sierra Leone, and Palestine, comparing it with precise climate data from 2017 to 2020.

The City Hall continues a comprehensive effort to clean the rivers and canals of Bishkek

As part of the capital's beautification program, the Bishkek city hall has completed the first phase of work, during which the riverbeds of the Alamidin and Ala-Archa rivers were cleaned. As a result, 107 thousand tons of garbage were removed, according to the press service of the city hall.

In Tyup, a state of increased readiness has been introduced due to bad weather

In the Tyup district, located in the Issyk-Kul region, a state of heightened readiness has been declared due to a sharp deterioration in weather conditions, which will be in effect on December 11 and 12. All 35 schools and 16 kindergartens in this area have switched to remote learning.

In one region of Kyrgyzstan, snow fell to a height of up to 1 meter

In the Kara-Kulja district of the Osh region, in the rural municipality of Oi-Tal, on December 10, local residents reported significant snowfall — the snow depth reached almost 1 meter. As Suymunkula Amatbek uulu, the head of the Oi-Tal rural administration, reported, the snowfall began on December 9 and reached critical levels by the next day.

Discover Kyrgyzstan Again: The Nomad.kg Tourist Portal Launched

At the "Kabar" agency, a presentation of the new multilingual online portal Nomad.kg took place, which is designed to serve as a modern digital guide to all corners of Kyrgyzstan. This resource has been developed for both local and foreign tourists, providing unique opportunities to explore the country in a new light.

Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather to Hold Exhibition Fight in March in Africa

In the broadcast of the program "An Experience With," Tyson announced that the fight will take place on the African continent and promises to be one of the most significant sporting events. "We are going to set new records. It will be something amazing," he noted.

2.5 Million Illegal Migrants Left the USA in a Year

Illustrative photo The ministry emphasizes that the main focus is on the expulsion of those migrants who pose the greatest danger and have been involved in serious crimes. In the agency's statement, it is also mentioned: "Illegal migrants understand our signal to leave the country. They realize that if they do not do this, we will detain them, and they will no longer be able to return," reports Foxnews.

Winter admission for applicants to universities in Kyrgyzstan starts on December 12.

The winter competition in universities of Kyrgyzstan, based on the results of the Unified National Testing (ORT), will take place in four stages. All dates can be found on the "Abiturient online" portal. Key dates of the admission campaign: Scans from the website. Scans from the website. It is important to note that the winter admission to universities is conducted exclusively for enrollment in contract places that remained vacant after the summer admission. The results of the ORT

The Governor of St. Petersburg explained why migrants were banned from working as couriers

The ban on working as couriers and delivery workers for migrants in St. Petersburg became one of the topics discussed during a live Q&A with residents, where Governor Alexander Beglov noted that this is necessary for the return of foreign workers to the city's communal services. According to him, this measure will help address the staffing shortages in this sector. Illustrative photo

The chief of staff of the president's representative in the Osh region, Ruslan Kubataliev, has received a new position.

Ruslan Kubataliev, who previously held the position of head of the apparatus of the presidential representative in the Osh region, has now been appointed to a new position. According to information provided by the press service of the presidential representative office in the Osh region, he has become the deputy director of the state agency responsible for civil service affairs and local self-government.

More than 6,000 Kyrgyz citizens received assistance during the legal support decade

From December 2 to 11, a decade of legal support took place in Kyrgyzstan, dedicated to Human Rights Day. This was announced at a press conference at the "Kabar" agency by Akjol Kalbekov, the chairman of the Legal Aid Service under the Ministry of Justice. As part of this initiative, consultation platforms operated in all regions of the country, where citizens could receive free legal consultations on various issues. Lawyers, attorneys, as well as representatives of local

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reminds about the updated residence rules for citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic in Kazakhstan

Starting from September 1, 2025, new rules will come into effect for citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic regarding their stay in Kazakhstan, as reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. According to the new regulations, citizens of Kyrgyzstan who violate the established stay periods (90 days within a 180-day period) may face entry restrictions into Kazakhstan.

In Osh, a schoolboy was fatally hit, the driver has been detained

A tragic incident occurred in the southern capital, Osh, resulting in the death of a 15-year-old schoolboy. This was reported by the press service of the UPSM. According to the available information, on the evening of December 9, on Razzakov Street, a driver of a Honda Fit, born in 1973 and named A.N., hit the teenager who was crossing the road. Unfortunately, the young man died at the scene of the incident.

The Papa John's franchise is closing in Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan

Daniyar Monolbaev, the owner of the Papa John's franchise in Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, announced the closure of the chain in these countries through his social media. According to him, this decision was the result of months of declining revenues, increasing expenses, and accumulated debts.

Attempt to smuggle drugs from Kyrgyzstan thwarted in Uzbekistan

The State Security Service of Uzbekistan reported the thwarting of an attempt to smuggle drugs, during which nearly 3 kilograms of hashish brought from Kyrgyzstan was seized. The incident occurred in the Boston district of the Andijan region. Patrol officers stopped a vehicle traveling from Andijan to Tashkent and, as a result of the inspection, discovered 2 kilograms and 994 grams of the drug, belonging to a 39-year-old resident of Andijan.

The Cabinet approved the regulations for calculating the cost of funeral services

On December 10, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic adopted Resolution No. 795, which introduces a new procedure for determining prices for services related to burial. This regulation serves as a unified methodological guideline for forming tariffs for funeral services provided by specialized services and municipal enterprises engaged in funeral matters.

Entrepreneurs from Kyrgyzstan Head to Irkutsk to Establish Cooperation

A reverse business mission took place in Irkutsk, featuring entrepreneurs from Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. This was reported by the press service of the governor of Irkutsk region. This event was organized as part of the national project "Effective and Competitive Economy" and aims to establish new business connections between companies in the Irkutsk region and Central Asia.

Kyrgyzstan Athletes Won 11 Medals at the Athletics Tournament in Almaty

At the national athletics competition held in Almaty, 120 young athletes participated, including 13 students from the Satymkul Jumaanazarov Sports School. These competitions were organized in honor of O. N. Girzhon, an outstanding coach.