In New Jersey, USA, two helicopters collided, resulting in one person losing their life and another sustaining injuries. This information is reported by CNN. Photo by the media
In the morning of December 29, the exchange rates at the Moskovsky Sovet exchange points are as follows:
The open auction organized by JSC "Zhyrgalan Mine" offers five lots for bidding, including land plots and buildings located in the Ak-Suu district, according to a statement from the company's special administrator. Items for auction:
With the implementation of blockchain technology developed by AND Global Group, the over-the-counter market of Mongolia has made a significant leap by transitioning to a 24/5 trading model, marking a milestone for global financial markets. Over 18 months, the new trading system was tested under the Financial Regulatory and Supervisory Commission before being officially launched. As a result, it is now possible to conduct transactions 24 hours a day, 5 days a week (24/5) with automated
- According to statistical data provided by the National Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan, the production volume of Portland cement for the 11 months of 2025 amounted to 19 million tons, which is 30.1% more than in the same period of the previous year. Over the past two years, there has been a significant increase in this construction material, which has risen by 71.2%.
Vladimir Zelensky and Donald Trump during a meeting in Florida. Photo: Reuters / Jonathan Ernst. On December 28, Donald Trump held talks with the Ukrainian and Russian leaders to expedite the peace settlement process between Moscow and Kyiv, Reuters reports. Trump stated that he and Vladimir Zelensky have "significantly come closer, possibly very close" to an agreement on halting military actions in Ukraine, although the fate of Donbas remains unresolved. After the meeting, which
As a result of the ascent to Mount 'Lokomotiv' in Kazakhstan, three climbers died, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
The tax reform package has been presented to parliament At a recent cabinet meeting, a decision was made to submit a large-scale tax reform project to parliament. This package includes changes to the General Tax Law, the Corporate Income Tax Law, as well as legislation concerning personal income tax and value-added tax. The main goal of the reforms is to support economic growth while protecting citizens' incomes, promoting employment, and developing housing construction. According to the
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has submitted for public discussion a draft resolution proposing to temporarily suspend the export of mineral fertilizers outside the customs territory of the Eurasian Economic Union. The planned duration of the ban is six months and will take effect five days after its official entry into force. However, this restriction will not apply to international transit and humanitarian assistance provided by the government.
Recent studies have shown that the intestinal microflora of the Japanese tree frog contains an astonishingly effective anti-cancer agent. In experiments on mice, one of the isolated bacterial strains demonstrated the ability not only to completely destroy tumors but also to prevent their recurrence, all without significant side effects. These results were published in the journal Gut Microbes. Researchers noted that cancer is extremely rare in amphibians and reptiles. In their experiments,
In Kara-Kul, a price check on essential products, including meat and coal, was conducted. According to information, the raid was organized at one of the major markets in the city to monitor food security and track prices for the specified goods.
On December 25, 2025, a meeting took place between the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Mongolia to Kuwait, Sereglan Purev, and the Minister of Defense of Kuwait, Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al Salem Al Sabah. During the discussions, the parties addressed issues of bilateral relations and cooperation between their states. Ambassador Purev highlighted key achievements made within the framework of this cooperation and spoke about the activities of the Embassy of Mongolia,
Winters in Mongolia are extremely harsh due to the sharply continental climate: temperatures often drop to -40°C and below, accompanied by strong winds. Ulaanbaatar, being the capital of Mongolia, rightfully holds the title of the coldest capital in the world due to its sharply continental climate, high altitude (1300 m above sea level), and proximity to cold Siberian air masses. In winter, temperatures here can drop to -40°C and even lower, while the average annual temperature is around
Today, December 29, Mongolia solemnly celebrates the 114th anniversary of its liberation and restoration of national independence, as well as 114 years since the establishment of its modern diplomatic service. The historic date of December 29, 1911, marked Mongolia's return to the political map of the world. It was on this day that the country freed itself from Manchu rule and gained sovereignty.
The international congress held on December 17-18 gathered over 2,500 participants from 37 countries, nearly double the number from last year. The program covered a variety of topics, including the successes of MICE destinations, the effectiveness of business events, the future of neurotechnology and the experience economy, and facilitated a record number of business meetings. Participants from Different Countries
In the Sokuluk district, on the Bishkek–Kara-Balta highway, an incident occurred on December 27 at around 06:31 AM, in which the driver of a KamAZ truck managed to avoid a traffic accident involving a pedestrian. According to eyewitness accounts, when the traffic light turned red at the turn into Shopokov, all vehicles stopped. However, a passenger car, having bypassed the stationary KamAZ, ran the red light while a pedestrian was crossing the road at the crosswalk.
The Cycling Federation of Kyrgyzstan has announced the creation of a professional cycling team called "Lokomotiv Manas." Photo by the Cycling Federation
html On December 26, 2025, the Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kanbek Dosmambetov, held a working meeting with representatives of UN organizations, during which issues related to pharmaceutical provision under the existing Memorandum of Understanding were discussed. This information was provided by the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the meeting, emphasis was placed on the main areas of cooperation in the field of pharmaceutical provision, including the development
Intermed Hospital begins strategic cooperation with the Japanese IUHW Group and receives investments. On December 25, 2025, an investment agreement was signed in Tokyo between Intermed Hospital and the Japanese IUHW Group aimed at attracting foreign funds to the healthcare sector of Mongolia.
On December 31, a large-scale New Year concert will take place at Ala-Too Square in Bishkek, as reported by the city's administration. Additionally, the municipality added that a series of open-air musical evenings have concluded, which were held in the square to create a festive atmosphere for the residents and guests of the capital.
With this delivery, the number of new E195-E2 aircraft in Hunnu Air's fleet has increased to two. Additionally, on December 25, 2025, the airline operated its first flight from Ulaanbaatar to Manila. In 2025, Hunnu Air expanded its international flights, covering 39 routes in nine countries, including the Republic of Korea, India (Delhi and Amritsar), Vietnam (Nha Trang, Da Nang, and Phu Quoc), the Philippines (Manila), China (Beijing), and Uzbekistan (Tashkent). This modern medium-haul
All passes and roads in Kyrgyzstan are open for traffic, and there are no restrictions for heavy vehicles, as reported by the Ministry of Transport and Communications. Road services continue to work around the clock to clear routes of snow and treat the road surface with inert materials to ensure safe conditions for travel.
According to the forecast of the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB), in 2026, the economic growth of Kyrgyzstan will be approximately 9.3 percent, allowing the republic to maintain its leadership in the region in this indicator. Bank analysts indicate that such growth will be ensured by an increase in investments in key sectors, including transport, energy, water supply, and housing construction. They also predict that by the end of 2026, the inflation rate will decrease to 8.3 percent, which will
An incident occurred in Bishkek in which a man was beaten. Four suspects have been detained, as reported by the press service of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs. According to law enforcement agencies, on December 28 at 1:48 AM, a report was received on the number "102" stating that a group of people was beating a man lying on the ground on Tynaliyev Street near one of the apartment buildings.
This year, 110,000 students from grades 3 to 11 from over 2,000 educational institutions worldwide, representing 120 countries, participated in the olympiad. Gold medals from Mongolia were awarded to Bilguun-Ochir Munkhjoloo, Törbold Buyanbat (5th grade), Gegeen Sod-Erdene (6th grade), and Tergel Chinbat (9th grade).
In the Chui region, law enforcement agencies have arrested a man suspected of causing serious harm to health. According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region, on December 18, a resident of Bishkek, born in 2000, named Ch.A., reported to the police station of the Sokuluk district. He complained about the actions of his colleague's husband, M.N., who, on October 18 at 11:00, without any apparent reason, assaulted him on the territory of the
According to the information from the Patrol Police Department, a tragic incident occurred in Bishkek, where a drunk driver in a Hyundai Sonata hit a pedestrian, resulting in death. This accident happened on December 27 at 11:30 PM on 7 April Street.
On her birthday, December 23, 47-year-old Zhibek Urustemova, a resident of Bishkek, became a victim of murder committed by her ex-husband. According to preliminary data, the tragedy occurred amid a divorce process when the former inspector of the State Traffic Safety Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, U.B.M., born in 1977, shot her with a traumatic pistol. At the opening of a new district department of the State National Security Committee in the Issyk-Kul region, which took place
On December 26, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui Region reported the detention of suspects in a hooligan attack. The incident occurred on December 16 at around 5:30 PM at the "Legacy" car wash in the city of Kainy, where three brothers became victims of the attack.
During a patrol in one of the pastures, officers from the Katran Police Department of the Leilek District discovered a case of illegal carrying of firearms. This information was announced by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Batken Region.
The press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District in the capital of Kyrgyzstan reports the detention of suspects in the beating of a man. The incident occurred on December 28 at around 01:48, when a report was received at the "102" duty station that a group of people was beating a man lying on the ground under one of the apartment buildings on Tynaliyev Street.
Today, December 28, in the Moscow district of the Chui region, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev conducted a working trip during which he presented New Year gifts to children with disabilities, reports Turmush correspondent. The first stop for the head of the Cabinet was at a special educational boarding school in the village of Belovodskoye, where he handed out gifts to children with limited health capabilities..
An incident involving a pedestrian being hit occurred in Bishkek, in which the driver was found to be under the influence of alcohol. This information was provided by the city's Main Internal Affairs Department. The traffic accident took place on December 27 in the evening on 7th April Street. The driver, born in 2004 and named R.M., struck a pedestrian named K.A., born in 1995, who was crossing the road. After the collision, the driver fled the scene; however, the pedestrian unfortunately
Illustrative photo The negotiations took place before Trump's meeting with Zelensky, scheduled in Florida. Trump described the conversation as "productive and good."
In the village of Min-Bulak, located in the Tyup district of the Karasay region, the construction of a new school designed for 150 students has been completed. The director of the educational institution, Askat Bukayev, shared this news.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan warns citizens about fraudulent schemes related to New Year's greetings. According to the information from the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, messages promising gifts, cash bonuses, or prizes from government institutions, banks, or famous personalities are actively spreading on social networks and messengers. By clicking on such links, users may be forced to enter their personal data and bank card details, which gives
In the Naryn region, at the Musa Bayetov Cultural House, the final stage of the traditional game "Kyz-Zhigit Sarmerden" took place, which is an important part of the cultural heritage of the Kyrgyz people. The solemn opening of the event began with welcoming words, after which the audience was presented with the epic "Manas," and then a creative competition between young men and women started.
According to researchers, the results of the work were published in the journal PNAS. The study described a six-step process in which RNA could be synthesized from simple organic compounds without the influence of external factors. One of the key elements of this process was boron mineral compounds—borates—that directed chemical reactions, preventing the formation of unwanted molecules and accelerating synthesis. According to the proposed model, such conditions could have existed in aquifers
As the New Year approaches, it's time to take stock. The editorial team of Kaktus.media found out at the New Year fair what positive events have occurred in the lives of Kyrgyzstanis this year. People's responses were diverse — from significant purchases and personal achievements to changes in their inner world and a reassessment of personal values.
In the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Zhalgyz-Oruk, located at an altitude of 1756 meters above sea level, lives Kudaybergen Soykooev. He shared with a Turmush correspondent the story of his village, the name of which translates to "the only apricot tree." Soykooev mentioned that Zhalgyz-Oruk is situated along a small road in the rural municipality of Kyzyl-Suu and consists of 260 households, where more than 1300 people reside. In his childhood, there
Increased activity of Mount Etna has been recorded in Italy — it has erupted a lava fountain reaching heights of up to 400 meters. This is reported in an article by the publication Virgilio. Thick clouds of smoke and ash have risen into the air. Due to intensified volcanic tremors and Strombolian activity, the civil protection department has declared a yellow threat level. This measure has been implemented due to the increase in the emission of hot rocks and ash, which are rising to significant
The analytical firm Kepios has released the report Digital 2026: Kyrgyzstan (as of October 2025), which highlights important aspects of internet usage, social media, and other digital platforms in Kyrgyzstan. This report provides objective data and facts without author commentary. Below are the main findings regarding popular social networks, search queries, and the growing interest in YouTube and artificial intelligence. Social MediaBased on data from Digital 2026: Kyrgyzstan, Instagram is the
On December 28, a ceremony was held in Bishkek to award the best athletes in the country, organized by the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports. At the event, representatives of the agency summarized the year, discussing the achievements of Kyrgyz athletes and upcoming sporting events in 2026. Among the anticipated events are the third division games of the World Ice Hockey Championship, the Winter Olympic Games in Italy, the Asian Wrestling Championship, as well as the World Nomad
According to information from the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, on the night of December 28 at 01:48, a signal was received at "102" reporting that a group of people was beating a man lying on the ground near one of the high-rise buildings on Tynalieva Street. After registering this report in the automated system, police officers arrived at the scene. They detained four men: S. A., I. A., U. S., and K. A., all born in 1999.
In Bishkek, a driver was detained who fatally hit a pedestrian and fled the scene of the accident. According to law enforcement agencies, the accident occurred on December 27 at around 11:00 PM on 7 April Street. The driver, R. M., born in 2004, was driving a Hyundai Sonata and was heading south. He struck pedestrian K. A., born in 1995, who was crossing the road from east to west, in front of the "Anel" restaurant.
A car carrier with a foreign driver was involved in an accident on the Kyzyl-Bel pass due to a brake system failure. The incident occurred on December 27 at 07:37 at the 183rd kilometer of the Bishkek—Naryn—Torugart road, while the vehicle was traveling from south to north. As a result of the incident, no one was injured, but material damage was caused.
In Kyrgyzstan, no precipitation is expected throughout the day. In the capital city, Bishkek, the air temperature at night will be +1°C, and during the day it will rise to +11°C.
In the village of Ak-Zhar, located in the At-Bashinsky district, the opening of a new multifunctional sports complex took place. The estimated cost of the project is 51 million 250 thousand soms, of which 32 million 550 thousand soms were allocated by one of the development funds.
