Cultural news

The Blues of a Lonely Butterfly

Blues is music that tells about freedom, separation, love... But above all, it is about loneliness... It is lyrics bordering on depression... That is why the play is called "The Blues of a Lonely Butterfly." In the role of the "butterfly," the famous actress from Russia, Natalia Varley, appeared before the audience in Bishkek. Thanks to the event organization center "Art Face," the play from the Independent Moscow Theater "The Blues of a Lonely Butterfly"

22.10.2015, 21:33

Sports

On the Highway and the Track!

Recently, cycling in Kyrgyzstan has reached a peak in its development. Many compare the current competitions to those that took place during the Soviet era. Road races are becoming especially popular, with up to a hundred cyclists participating. It is encouraging to see that veterans of the sport also take to the start line in excellent form. They show great results and try not to flaunt their athletic past. Many of the young people present at such tournaments do not even know how many awards

22.10.2015, 20:54

Political news

CSTO Ready for ISIS Invasion

ODKB has prepared for a possible invasion of ISIS forces on the southern borders. This was stated by the head of the Russian diplomatic mission in the Kyrgyz Republic at a press conference held the day before at the International Press Center News- Asia . According to the diplomat, all countries in the region are under protection. Even Uzbekistan, which has distanced itself from ODKB and received a decent amount of military equipment from the USA, can count on assistance in case of an

22.10.2015, 10:51

Political news

Andrey Krutko: "Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan Must Sit Down at the Negotiating Table"

Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan must sit down at the negotiating table, and together with the Russian and Kazakh sides discuss all the nuances of constructing a cascade of hydropower plants on Kyrgyz territory. This was stated by the head of the Russian diplomatic mission at a press conference held at the international press center of the IA, commenting on the threatening statements made by the head of Uzbekistan, Islam Karimov, regarding the construction of Russian-Kyrgyz hydropower plants. - As

22.10.2015, 10:06

Political news

Russia will support all countries that request assistance in the fight against ISIS.

Russia does not plan to send troops to Syria to fight ISIS; however, such assistance may well be provided by Russia to any other state if it requests it. This was stated by the head of the Russian diplomatic mission in the Kyrgyz Republic at a conference held at the International Press Center News- Asia , where he outlined the main vectors of Russian foreign and domestic policy, Russia's position on Syria, and answered pressing questions from the media. First and foremost, the countries

20.10.2015, 16:36

Local news

In the center of Bishkek, they want to build two underground multi-level parking lots - at Victory Square and near the Central Department Store (TSUM).

Bishkek City Architecture has announced plans to construct underground multi-level parking lots to address the parking issues in the center of Bishkek. The proposed construction sites are: the first one in the southern part of Victory Square, bounded by the streets Shopokova, Ogonbaeva, Ibraimova, and Victory Square. The second is planned for the northern part near the "Aichurok" TSUM on the territory of the existing mini-market.

20.10.2015, 08:33

Political news

Andrey Krutko: "It's Not Worth Scaring Russia!"

On Thursday, October 15, a press conference was held at the international press center of the Information Agency with the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Russian Federation to the Kyrgyz Republic, Andrey Krutko. The head of the diplomatic mission outlined Russia's position on the Syrian issue and answered many pressing questions from journalists related to Russia, its foreign and domestic policies. However, undoubtedly, the most important issue remained the Syrian

19.10.2015, 19:45

Cultural news

The Second International Opera Arts Festival named after Bulat Minzhilkiyev has concluded in Bishkek.

The music festival was dedicated to the 75th anniversary of the birth of the outstanding Kyrgyz opera singer. Over the course of eight days, four opera performances were presented on the stage of the A. Maldybaev Kyrgyz National Opera and Ballet Theater: "Aida," "Rigoletto," "Il Trovatore" by Giuseppe Verdi, as well as Mozart's "Don Giovanni." Guests and residents of the capital were treated to performances not only by the best voices of Kyrgyzstan

19.10.2015, 18:18

Local news

The title translates to: "Atatürk Park should be a place of rest and tranquility for the citizens. Is this the case?"

Once, the city of Frunze was called one of the greenest cities in the Soviet Union. However, after two and a half decades, the Kyrgyz capital has lost its reputation as a clean and well-maintained metropolis. Now, the streets of Bishkek are littered with uncollected garbage, and the park areas - the lungs of the city - are being cut down. In their place, like mushrooms after rain, apartment buildings are appearing. According to the mayor Kubanychbek Kulmatov, the situation in the

19.10.2015, 15:45

Sports

The Bangladesh National Football Team Lost to Kyrgyzstan

On the evening of Tuesday, October 13, the last match of the qualifying round for the 2018 World Cup took place in Bishkek. The national teams of Kyrgyzstan and Bangladesh faced off at the D. Omurzakov Stadium. The match ended with a resounding victory for the home team, 2-0. From the start of the first half, the advantage was on the side of the Kyrgyz players. In the 27th minute, Vitaly Lyuks scored a goal. The Bangladesh team could not respond immediately: their players defended their half

19.10.2015, 10:42

Local news

Mayor of Bishkek: "Parking a car in the center of Bishkek will cost drivers a pretty penny"

“The price for parking will be such that Bishkek drivers will understand that it is cheaper to get to the center by public transport or taxi, rather than leaving their car there.” This was stated by the mayor of Bishkek, Kubanychbek Kulmatov. – “We have now legalized everything. We have created three rings around the capital and are developing the areas where we would like to implement the practice of collecting fees. But keep in mind: this is not to replenish the budget's revenue part,

19.10.2015, 10:36

Political news

Adakhan Madumarov: "Our party demands a recount of votes in certain precincts"

“The parliamentary elections in Kyrgyzstan were held with numerous violations, some of which I have documented evidence of,” said co-chairman of the ‘Butun Kyrgyzstan Emgek’ party Adakhan Madumarov during a press conference held on October 14. – The parliamentary elections in Kyrgyzstan were supposed to provide a real chance for all political parties in our country to compete fairly and earnestly fight for the votes of the electorate. The international community has already given a positive

19.10.2015, 10:27

Sports

Kirill Weiss: Swimming is the Best Sport for the Body and Soul

On the eve of the event, the national swimming team of Kyrgyzstan, consisting of sixteen athletes, participated in the Asian Championship in Thailand. The team returned home with a treasure trove of awards. It was a true triumph for the Kyrgyz! Among the participants was the famous swimmer Kirill Vays, who managed to win a silver medal in the 100-meter breaststroke event, and a bronze medal in the 50-meter breaststroke event.

15.10.2015, 20:54

Events

Kitten Fair

Cat lovers have already become accustomed to the traditional spring and autumn international exhibitions. At such events, very young fluffy participants often appeared, which could be purchased. Of course, kittens were always the highlight of any such exhibition and attracted the attention of visitors, but still, they seemed to get lost in the overall beauty of the abundance of adult contenders for victory.

15.10.2015, 20:45

Cultural news

Marina Shipulina: The Most Grateful Audience in Kyrgyzstan!

The appearance of this incredibly beautiful singer on stage always evokes a storm of applause and admiration from the audience. Marina Shipulina captivates her fans at first sight and with the first verse of the songs she performs. Her repertoire includes hundreds of compositions in various languages of the world and dozens of diverse images. The artist simply loves experiments and is ready to surprise every day. Her love for classical music has accompanied Marina throughout her life, and she

15.10.2015, 20:30

Sports

Confident Victory of the Kyrgyzstan National Team!

And yet, the domestic Football Federation and the National Team of the country have proven to the fans that real football celebrations can take place in our country without incidents. Even reinforcements on the fences in the form of iron rods were not needed, as ticketless fans simply could not approach the Spartak stadium due to the serious cordon set up by the law enforcement agencies. After the nightmare that occurred during the Kyrgyzstan-Australia match, all mistakes were taken into

15.10.2015, 20:12

Events

The Beauty Industry Gathers the Best

A specialized, multi-day beauty industry exhibition "Beauty expo-2015" took place in Bishkek. Representatives of various companies, true professionals in their field, gathered at the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev.

15.10.2015, 20:06

Events

Model and designer Marina Klyug!

It is no coincidence that they say a talented person is talented in everything. Those who are familiar with the amazing girl Marina Klyug cannot help but admire her beauty. But Marina is not only one of the top models in the country – she is a well-known designer, whose collections have captured the hearts of fashion enthusiasts and have taken top places in competitive shows.

14.10.2015, 23:42

Cultural news

Classics Under the Open Sky

A unique open-air festival "TENGRI music" took place in Bishkek. For European countries, such concerts are a good tradition, while for Kyrgyz art lovers, this event was held for the first time. Despite the rain and chilly wind, a large number of spectators gathered in Victory Park named after D. Asanov. It is worth noting that the guests dressed appropriately, with some even wearing bow ties. Passersby slowed their pace, and the beautiful music drew all park visitors together.

14.10.2015, 23:36

Sports

The second stage has been completed!

The motorsport season is coming to an end, but fans can still look forward to many spectacular competitions. In mid-October, another stage of the autocross championship will take place, and the day before, all driving enthusiasts were invited to incredibly spectacular races as part of the II stage of the "Gradus Cup" in the Gymkhana discipline. This type involves a mix of drifting and autocross. It also includes figure driving with speed elements, specifically more gentle turns, and

14.10.2015, 23:18

Sports

Snooker – the chess of billiards!

Billiards is one of the most popular sports in our country, both at the amateur and professional levels. Competitions of various scales are held weekly. Domestic players travel abroad and successfully compete in major international tournaments. In our republic, several types of this sport are developing, and recently, snooker has gained wide popularity, becoming incredibly popular worldwide.

14.10.2015, 23:12

Events

Sayaan Isin: Going on stage is like an exam for me!

Connoisseurs of classical art in Kyrgyzstan are familiar with the remarkable performer Sayan Isin. His voice, a lyric spinto tenor, is a highlight of any festival or evening. A laureate of the first prize at the Republican competition for young performers in Astana and a holder of the gold medal from the Delphi Games, as well as the second prize at the International "Kazakh Romansiada" competition, he has won the hearts of Kyrgyzstanis.

14.10.2015, 23:03

Cultural news

The Legendary Nikitins

The concert of Tatiana and Sergey Nikitins "To the Music of Vivaldi" took place at the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic of Kyrgyzstan. Tickets were sold out long before the long-awaited day. That evening, there was not a single empty seat in the hall, and the philharmonic administration even had to set up additional chairs so that all fans of the legendary artists could enjoy the concert.

14.10.2015, 22:54

Sports

Football – a determined draw!

Yesterday, the qualifying round of the 2018 World Cup took place at the Spartak Stadium named after Dolen Omurzakov between the national teams of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. On the green field, the football players of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan faced off.

14.10.2015, 22:30

Events

Pickles and Jams

Autumn is the time for preparations, which means it's the perfect moment to stock up on pickled tomatoes and cucumbers for the winter, as well as to make jams and compotes. To assist city dwellers, the fair "Jams and Pickles" was organized for the first time, where many interesting and tasty items could be purchased. The "autumn fair" was especially useful for those who hadn't yet managed to "can" a piece of summer into sterile jars.

14.10.2015, 22:24

Cultural news

The Colorful Dreams of Ivan Ledenyov

When meeting this incredibly talented person, one cannot help but recall the well-known song by Konstantin Nikolsky, "My friend the artist and poet...", but Ivan Ledenev is also a composer and the creator of several popular domestic rock bands.

14.10.2015, 22:21

Events

"Rocktoberfest-2015"

The "Rocktoberfest-2015" festival was held for the first time on a large scale and outdoors in the "Flamingo" park. All guests of the event had a unique opportunity to taste delicious beer, grilled sausages, and various other treats. The festival gathered hundreds of city residents who enjoyed themselves throughout the day until midnight. This event was dedicated to the traditional autumn German harvest festival "Oktoberfest," and families and large groups of

14.10.2015, 22:13

Political news

A Comfortable Chair – The Most Essential Item for a Deputy's Work in the KR

Parliamentary elections have concluded in Kyrgyzstan. The most expensive campaign in the history of the republic's independence has brought six parties into the Jogorku Kenesh. Many of their programs included a point aimed at buying the electoral soul: the cancellation of benefits for parliamentarians and a reduction in the number of elected representatives. However, having received the coveted votes, the candidates quickly forgot their pre-election promises not to spend the depleted

13.10.2015, 17:10

Sports

In the football match Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan, "friendship won."

In the Kyrgyz capital, on the evening of Thursday, October 8, a match between the national teams of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan concluded as part of the qualifying round for the 2018 World Cup. At the D. Omurzakov Stadium, the teams played to a 2:2 draw. The footballers of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan faced each other for the tenth time. Traditionally, victories were claimed by the subjects of Rahmon, but this time everything was different. After previous matches against Bangladesh (3:1 in favor of

13.10.2015, 17:05

Local news

Kyrgyzstan Youth Meets Their Idols

Former President of Kyrgyzstan Roza Otunbayeva, cosmonaut and hero of Kyrgyzstan and Russia Salizhan Sharipov, and modern dance performer Atai Omurzakov held "Lessons of Success" for the youth of the republic. In Bishkek, a youth meeting was held under the slogan "Lessons of Success," which gathered more than 70 boys and girls aged 14 to 16 from the Osh, Jalal-Abad, Batken, and Chui regions of Kyrgyzstan. It is worth noting that the lecturers were chosen by the participants

13.10.2015, 15:00

Economy

"Smart" Meters Enable the Solution of Strategic Tasks

"Smart meters" began to be installed in Kyrgyzstan in the fall of last year. By the end of 2015, it is planned to install about 110,000 modern devices in private homes. The financing is provided by Germany as part of the project "Improving the efficiency of the electricity distribution network." Representatives of the energy networks are calling on citizens to cooperate; the procedure for transferring subscribers will be free and mandatory for all, so there is no need to

13.10.2015, 00:44

Local news

Kyrgyz Bikers Closed the 2015 Season

Last Saturday, Bishkek was once again filled with the roar of engines. Bikers from the capital's clubs and simply enthusiasts of two-wheeled motor vehicles closed the motorcycle season of 2015. More than three hundred bikers arrived to ride through the city. There wasn't enough space for the "iron horses" at the motorcycle house "Perts" - the gathering point for motorcycle lovers - and while waiting for the start of the large column, they had to line up even on

12.10.2015, 13:50

Local news

Illegal import of fuel and lubricants from Kazakhstan reaches tens of thousands of tons.

On October 8, this was stated by the Minister of Economy of Kyrgyzstan, Oleg Pankratov, at a press conference. According to him, the illegal supply of fuel is facilitated by the devaluation of the tenge, which makes products from the neighboring country significantly cheaper compared to prices in Kyrgyzstan. The Minister of Economy claims that if everything remains as it is, it will undoubtedly lead to a reduction in the volumes of official imports. Payments to the state budget in the form of

09.10.2015, 15:30

Local news

In the tailings storage facilities of Central Asia, there are 80 million tons of waste from uranium ore mining.

Approximately 80 million tons of uranium waste are located in the tailings of some countries in the Central Asian region. This statement was made at the first coordination meeting on the implementation of the regional project "Engaging Stakeholders in Addressing Issues Related to Uranium Tailings in Central Asia," which took place on October 7 in the Kyrgyz capital. – Numerous burial sites for uranium waste and other extremely hazardous radioactive production waste are located in

09.10.2015, 14:00

Cultural news

Former Minister of Culture of Kyrgyzstan Sultan Raev presents his novel in London

The novel by the former Minister of Culture of Kyrgyzstan, Sultan Raev, titled "Kara," will be presented in London during the International Literary Festival and Book Forum "Open Eurasia and Central Asia Book Forum and Literature Festival – 2015." Sultan Raev's novel "Kara," which has already been awarded the "Best Novel of 2014" prize, is currently the author's main work. The former minister worked on this book for about 20 years. According to

09.10.2015, 13:40

Local news

Is there a real information threat to the EAEU countries?

This and other questions were discussed during the round table "Information Security of the Eurasian Economic Union - a Condition for Political Stability" by security experts, political scientists, politicians, public figures, and journalists. We present the main theses from the speakers' presentations. Alykbek DZHESHKENKULOV, former Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, professor at the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University, noted that the EAEU has become a lifeline

09.10.2015, 13:20

Local news

The first children's hospice in Kyrgyzstan has opened in Bishkek.

The first children's hospice in Kyrgyzstan was opened in Bishkek on October 6. The medical and social institution for the care of terminally ill patients was established thanks to the efforts of the public fund "Helping is Easy". – The creation of the First Children's Hospice is my initiative, – said IA the director of the fund, Dinara Aliaeva. – While working at the "Helping is Easy" fund with children suffering from cancer, I often encountered the fact that

09.10.2015, 11:25

Economy

What benefit do Kyrgyzstanis get from joining the EAEU?

The day of Kyrgyzstan's accession to the Eurasian Economic Union, August 12, is undoubtedly a historic event for the republic that will reflect on its future. However, what can ordinary Kyrgyzstanis expect from integration right now? On the very first day of full membership in the EAEU, customs control was lifted at some checkpoints on the Kyrgyz-Kazakh border. According to the Minister of Economy of the Kyrgyz Republic, Oleg PANKRATOV, the opening of customs borders is no longer just a

08.10.2015, 21:25

Political news

Vadim Kozyulin: "CSTO and SCO are Capable of Countering Threats Such as ISIS"

“ISIS has found a way to the hearts of the younger generation and has elevated terrorism to a new level, and no one is currently able to counter it,” said PIR Center expert Vadim Kozyulin during a roundtable discussion titled “Information Security of the Eurasian Economic Union – A Condition for Political Stability,” which took place in Bishkek at the international press center “IA.” Kozyulin noted that the gradual withdrawal of American military contingents from Afghanistan indicates a

08.10.2015, 21:10

Events

Bishkek Hosts Open-Air Movie Screenings

Another entertainment has appeared in Kyrgyz Bishkek. Until the end of September, residents and guests of the capital will be able to watch films of domestic and foreign production on the big screen absolutely free of charge. The cinemas will be the parks and squares of Bishkek. This is how the organizers attract the attention of residents to unconventional evening leisure spots. The first three screenings took place in the park of the "Asanbay" microdistrict. The project was opened

08.10.2015, 21:00

Cultural news

A unique almanac featuring works by authors from Central Asia has been published.

A unique literary almanac "Creative Commonwealth" was presented in Bishkek, which includes works by participants of the Third International Literary Festival and Book Forum "Open Eurasia and Central Asia book forum and literature festival – 2014". The compilers of the collection report that the book presents works of both major and minor genres, embodying the mentality of various ethnic groups, the traditions of national culture, transmitted into the Russian cultural and

08.10.2015, 20:50

Sports

In Kyrgyzstan, the fastest Rubik's Cube solver will be determined.

On Sunday, August 23, the annual Rubik's Cube speed-solving competition - "Mandarino Speed Cube Contest" - will take place in the capital of Kyrgyzstan. In front of the audience, participants will demonstrate their ability to solve the most famous puzzle in just a few seconds. Based on the results of the competition, the champion of the Kyrgyz Republic in Rubik's Cube speed-solving will be determined. The speedcubing competition will be held at the "Tash-Rabat"

08.10.2015, 20:45

Political news

Andrey Rusakov: "Malicious actors are trying to destroy the EAEU through information influence"

“Malicious actors are trying to destroy the EAEU through information influence,” noted the director of the Center for European-Asian Studies, Andrey Rusakov, during a round table discussion on “Information Security of the Eurasian Economic Union – a Condition for Political Stability,” which took place in Bishkek at the international press center “ IA ”. – Any regional association causes dissatisfaction among those who lose from its creation, – Rusakov noted. – As for Russia, the fight against

08.10.2015, 20:40

Tourism

Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan agreed on the construction of the Almaty – Cholpon-Ata highway.

The Prime Ministers of Kazakhstan, Karim Massimov, and Kyrgyzstan, Temir Sariev, discussed issues related to the construction of the Almaty – Cholpon-Ata highway during their meeting in Cholpon-Ata, which will directly connect the southern capital of Kazakhstan with the Kyrgyz jewel – Lake Issyk-Kul. – Currently, there is a direct flight from Almaty to Tamchy, but that is not enough, – said Temir Sariev. – It is necessary to build a high-speed road from Almaty to Cholpon-Ata. The road will

08.10.2015, 20:35

Events

The Open Championship of the Kyrgyz Republic in Cable Wakeboarding will take place in Bishkek.

The Kyrgyz sports community is preparing for a celebration. The Federation of Water Skiing and Wakeboarding, the wake park "ON the WAKE," and the Federation of Snowboarding and Extreme Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic, with the support of the creative association "Sun People," will hold the Open Championship of the Kyrgyz Republic in Cable Wakeboarding. The competition will take place on August 29 at the "ON the WAKE" facility, where athletes of various levels will

08.10.2015, 20:30

Economy

Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan Devalue Their National Currencies

After Kazakhstan fell under the second wave of devaluation of its national currency, the tenge, many became concerned about which of the world's currencies would collapse next. Experts from one of the most accurate financial market information resources, Bloomberg, prepared a report last Friday that included 10 countries whose residents should be wary of devaluation. Among them are two member countries of the EAEU: Kyrgyzstan and Armenia. According to analysts' forecasts, all

08.10.2015, 20:25

Local news

The "Jam and Pickles" Fair Took Place in Bishkek

Last Saturday, residents of Bishkek and guests of the capital had the opportunity to visit an unusual fair. The "Jam and Pickles" fair was organized by an initiative group of residents from one of the districts of the capital in collaboration with the Public Foundation "Urban Initiatives" and entrepreneurs engaged in canning. The goals of the fair were to create an atmosphere of communication among people in an "offline" space and to raise funds for the

08.10.2015, 20:20

Sports

The Championship of Kyrgyzstan in Speedcubing was held in Bishkek.

The Rubik's Cube needs no introduction: who hasn't tried to solve this famous colorful puzzle at least once? For some, it is not just a pastime, but an intellectual sport with its own rules, features, and, of course, records. These are speedcubers – people who can solve the Rubik's Cube in a matter of seconds. Last Sunday, the annual speedcubing competition - "Mandarino Speed Cube Contest" - took place in Bishkek. More than 50 people of various ages expressed a desire

08.10.2015, 20:16