In the Chuy region, on December 11, a heavy snowfall caused the formation of snowdrifts, significantly complicating traffic on the roads. According to reports from local residents, the snowfall began in the afternoon, resulting in huge snowbanks appearing on the roads. This led to the stoppage of vehicles and the formation of traffic jams.
At a meeting in Moscow, the Intergovernmental Council of the Eurasian Economic Union decided to grant exemptions for the import of electric vehicles to Armenia, Belarus, and Kyrgyzstan in 2026. According to the agreement, the member countries will exempt from customs duties electric vehicles that will be imported into the specified states next year.
On December 10, winter sets of special clothing were handed over to the employees of the Municipal Enterprise "Myrza-Ake Kommunaldyk-Municipaldyk" in Myrza-Ake, as reported by the local ayil okmotu. According to the agency, warm sets were issued to the workers of this enterprise, including all necessary elements—from headwear to footwear. The total cost of this purchase amounted to 55,000 soms. This is the first instance where official winter clothing is being provided to employees in
A corruption scheme was uncovered at the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology (RCPN), as reported by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to the information from the state committee, organized corrupt activities were identified among forensic psychiatric experts who, for monetary rewards, declared defendants accused of serious articles of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic as "insane," thereby allowing them to evade criminal responsibility.
According to TASS, the company is facing financial difficulties, which has led to its exit from Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. "We directed all available funds to the most critical payments: salaries, taxes, rental obligations, and partial debt repayment," added Daniyar Monolbaev. Other obligations are in the legal process, which requires time and consistency. Monolbaev noted that in Kazakhstan, the company managed to help most of its employees find new jobs in other organizations.
As part of its cooperation with government structures, OJSC "Kyrgyz Komur" has intensified control over the retail sale of coal and the fight against price inflation. The company's deputy director, Rustambek Sadyraliyev, shared this information during a radio broadcast. Sadyraliyev noted that this initiative encompasses not only the activities of the enterprise but also inter-agency cooperation, including collaboration with the city administration, rural administrations, the
At the meeting of the Intergovernmental Council of the Eurasian Economic Union, Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin reported that the share of national currencies in settlements within the union has increased to 93%. Moreover, in foreign economic contracts between Russian and foreign entrepreneurs from the "five" countries, this figure has exceeded 98%. Mishustin also noted that the preliminary results of the EAEU's work on key indicators for 2025 look promising. He added
According to the BBC, a new wave of influenza is affecting dozens of countries across all continents, with the main culprit being a new, highly dangerous strain of the virus. Initially, the subvariant of the H3N2 strain was recorded in Australia and New Zealand, followed by cases in Japan and the United Kingdom, and currently, this virus has been registered in more than 30 countries worldwide.
Several road accidents occurred in the Sokuluk district, as reported by Turmush correspondent. On December 11, around 21:00, on the Bishkek-Kara-Balta highway in the village of Kozhomkul, vehicles "Toyota Estima" and "Honda Fit" collided.
Kyrgyzstani Omar Livaza has reached the final of the World Boxing Championship, which is taking place in the United Arab Emirates. The athlete competes in the category up to 63.5 kg and began his journey in the tournament from the Round of 16.
The athlete from Kyrgyzstan, Omar Livaza, has reached the final stage of the World Boxing Championship taking place in the United Arab Emirates. Livaza competes in the category up to 63.5 kg and began his performance from the Round of 16.
Photo from the internet. Omar Livaza At the World Boxing Championship currently taking place in Dubai, Kyrgyzstani boxer Omar Livaza has reached the final. This information was confirmed by the Boxing Federation of Kyrgyzstan. In the semifinals, Livaza, competing in the weight category up to 63.5 kilograms, won against Emmanuel Katema from Zambia, who was ranked first in the tournament.
Athlete from Kyrgyzstan Omar Livaza has successfully reached the final of the World Boxing Championship taking place in the United Arab Emirates. In the night of December 12, he won against an opponent from Zambia, receiving a unanimous decision from the judges.
Athlete from Kyrgyzstan Ikhtiyar Nishonov won a bronze medal at the World Boxing Championship held in the United Arab Emirates. Nishonov competed in the weight category up to 71 kg, starting from the 1/16 finals.
According to the information from the press service of the representation, the authorized representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Chui region, Azamat Osmonov, visited the kindergarten "Balastan" in the village of Ak-Beshim. This became possible thanks to the appeals of local residents. During the visit, school representatives and residents reported that the laundry and boiler room, which previously belonged to the kindergarten, had been sold to private
Kazibek Ergeshov, a deputy of Bishkek, called on local authorities to increase the number of buses in the city. At a meeting held on December 10, he expressed concern that residents of the capital, including schoolchildren, are forced to travel on overcrowded public transport. He also noted that some routes do not cover residential areas, citing narrow roads as the reason. "In this case, we can use compact Uzbek buses or involve private companies with good minibuses. There are those
Tomorrow in Bishkek, the premiere of the Kyrgyz horror film "Үйдүн ээси" ("The Master of the House") directed by Ilgiz Kuvatbek will take place. The main character, a well-known blogger named Aziret, along with his team, sets off to film a report about a mysterious abandoned house shrouded in sinister legends. They are about to plunge into a world of horror, where the boundaries between the living and the dead become indistinguishable.
In the Chuy region, in the Kemin district, the roads Orlovka – Samansur and Orlovka – Jany-Alysh have been blocked due to strong winds that have created snowdrifts. This was reported by local residents to a Turmush correspondent. “At first, the road was cleared and open for traffic. However, after 2–3 hours, a strong wind picked up, which again covered the route with snow. As a result, large snowdrifts formed on the road from the side of Jany-Alysh and Podgornoye, making passage impossible. One
Stars of the world opera will perform at the Bishkek festival
On December 11, Sadyr Japarov, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, arrived in Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan, at the invitation of the local leadership. The plane carrying the head of state landed at the international airport, where he was welcomed with honors.
Data provided by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers
A suspect in fraud has been detained In Bishkek, law enforcement agencies have detained a man suspected of large-scale fraud, according to information provided by the Internal Affairs Department of the October District.
In Suffolk County, located in England, scientists have made a historic discovery – they found the oldest traces of controlled fire in Europe. This was reported in a press release from the British Museum. The research was conducted during archaeological excavations at a clay pit near the village of Barnham, where numerous artifacts related to the activities of ancient people were discovered. Among the finds are fragments of tools, pieces of pyrite, and other items characteristic of Neanderthals.
Recent studies have shown that abnormally high temperatures can slow the development of children under the age of five. Children living in extreme heat conditions are less likely to reach key educational milestones, particularly in reading and basic math skills. This is especially true for children from low-income families or those with limited resources. The data from these studies highlight how the consequences of climate change can affect children's learning long before they enter
On December 11 in Ashgabat, a meeting took place between the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, and his colleague from Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdymukhamedov. The discussion touched upon important aspects of Kyrgyz-Turkmen cooperation, including energy issues. The leaders noted the positive dynamics in bilateral relations and the high level of political dialogue.
A group of developers behind the creation of artificial intelligence has been named Person of the Year 2025 by the American publication Time. In its social media, the magazine noted: "2025 has become the time when the full potential of artificial intelligence was realized, and it became clear that there is no turning back. For making the era of intelligent machines a reality; for the impact it has had on and the concerns it has raised for humanity; for changes in the present and the
On December 12, the opening of an exhibition titled “Uya. From Nomadic Traditions to 21st Century Modernism” will take place at the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. This was announced by museum representatives. The exhibition will be divided into two main parts:
On December 12, clear weather without precipitation is forecasted in Kyrgyzstan. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature will drop to 0°C at night, while during the day a high of +16°C is expected.
The actors of the Talas Regional Musical Drama Theater recently performed in Ankara, the capital of Turkey. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. As part of the event, a play titled "Semeteich Seydana" was presented.
Dastan Kamilov, who lives in the village of Maman in the Issyk-Kul region, engages in an unusual craft. He creates modern inlays from natural stone and wooden stands for them. According to the master, he discovered his talent and developed it by using information available on the internet. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, Dastan shared that he prefers to collect stones from streams. Processing the stones takes him 2-3 days: he cuts, shapes, and varnishes them. He even designed a
As of now, the women's football team of Kyrgyzstan ranks 142nd in the FIFA world ranking. This information was recently updated by the International Football Federation. Since August 2025, our athletes have dropped three positions in this list.
On the road leading from Orlovka to Kemин through the village of Udarник, there is currently a strong snowstorm, causing vehicles to get stuck. This information was provided by local residents in a conversation with a Turmush correspondent. They warn: "Do not leave Orlovka towards Kemин through Udarник. The weather conditions have worsened significantly, cars are sliding due to ice and often go off the road, getting stuck. It might be worth considering a route through Zhany-Alysh, but that
On December 11, President Sadyr Japarov arrived on a working visit to Ashgabat, where he was welcomed by high-ranking officials of Turkmenistan. Upon arrival at the international airport of the capital, flags of the participating countries of the forum, a red carpet, and an honor guard were prepared for him.
This year, the voting results were made possible by the participation of 469 philologists representing 23 organizations across Russia. They chose the word of the year from a proposed shortlist that included 12 candidates. According to Meduza, the word "zoomer" received 42% of the votes. Among the most popular terms were also "burnout" (38%), "red flag" (37%), and "prompt" (36%).
Akcholpon Dadabaeva, born in 2011, went missing on November 26, 2025, after leaving classes at school No. 23 named after Abdulla Eraliyev, located in the village of Besh-Badam in the Bazar-Korgon district. This information was provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region.
Amid ongoing mass protests, Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov announced his resignation. This was reported by Reuters. Photo: Reuters. This statement was made on December 11 after the parliament was supposed to consider a vote of no confidence in the cabinet.
Today, December 11, an incident involving a fire occurred in one of the high-rise buildings in Bishkek. According to information provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the fire broke out in a residential building located in the "Archa-Beshik" area.
A resident of the capital contacted the Kaktus.media Call Center. She noted that after the completion of the road reconstruction to the village of Jal, new problems have arisen that complicate life for both passengers and drivers. According to her, the roadway at the roundabout has been fenced off with curbs, even in places where bus stops are located. As a result, there is no stopping pocket, which forces public transport to stop on the roadway, creating traffic jams behind it.
At the World Boxing Championship organized by the International Boxing Association (IBA), three Kyrgyzstani boxers entered the ring in the quarterfinal matches. The first among them to reach the semifinals was Omar Livaza, who competes in the weight category up to 63.5 kg. He won against Mahsud Hasmetov from Azerbaijan with a score of 1:4 and will now face Emmanuel Katema from Zambia for a spot in the final. Ikhtiyar Nishonov also made it to the semifinals, competing in the category up to 71
According to the information from the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, law enforcement officers have detained the suspects in this crime. The victim, born in 2005, named N. A., reported to the police about how he met a user who posed as a girl. She suggested they meet near one of the sports complexes. When the young man arrived for the meeting, he was met by two men who, threatening him with violence, took his mobile phone, an iPhone 11 Pro Max, and his wristwatch, after which
According to a report by BBC News, the authorities of the United States of America intend to implement social media checks for tourists arriving from allied countries. This requirement will apply to citizens of those countries that have the opportunity to visit the USA by filling out a simple online ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) application form and receiving approval.
The Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration has confirmed the production calendar for 2026. According to the Labor Code, the non-working public holidays will be as follows:
Washington is discussing the concept of the "Key Five" as a possible response to existing geopolitical challenges, making this idea relevant. Experts point out that such an initiative represents a continuation of President Donald Trump's foreign policy, which focuses on building relationships with major powers while ignoring ideological differences, including engagement with authoritarian regimes.
In the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Ken-Suu, local police officers provided support to a group of tourists from Thailand. They found themselves in a difficult situation due to heavy snowfall and were unable to find their way. When the tourists realized they could not continue their journey, they sought help from the traffic police inspectors. The inspectors quickly transported them to a safe location and then accommodated them in one of the hotels in Karakol, where
The website for obtaining the "golden card" was launched by the White House of the USA, as announced by Donald Trump on his account on the social network TruthSocial. In his publication, Trump noted: "Now we have the 'Trump Golden Card' from the US government! This is a direct path to citizenship for all qualified and vetted candidates. It's wonderful!" He also added an image of the card, which features his portrait, the Statue of Liberty, a bald eagle, and
In the "Twins" section this time, 19-year-old brothers Timur and Emir Kubatov, residents of the village of Kök-Oy located in the Talas region, shared their story. They provided information about their older sister.
Sam Altman, the head of OpenAI, expressed serious concern about the rapid development of artificial intelligence. He emphasized that in a relatively short time, this technology has become a major factor in changes in the economy and everyday life, and its implementation is occurring at a pace that has no historical precedent. Altman highlighted the importance of the OpenAI team being aware of potential errors in risk assessments and approaches to AI integration. Altman reminded that generative
At a meeting with his supporters in Pennsylvania on December 9, Donald Trump expressed the opinion that the United States is too actively accepting people from countries he describes as dysfunctional. This was reported by AP News. The U.S. President noted that he proposed to introduce a permanent ban on immigration from so-called "hellholes," including Afghanistan, Haiti, and Somalia. These words elicited applause from those present at the event.
