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Nominees for the 2025 Golden Globe Award Announced

The organizers of the Golden Globe Awards have presented the list of nominees based on the results of 2025. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the film "Battle for Battle" has become a favorite, receiving nine nominations. In particular, actors Leonardo DiCaprio and Chase Infinity, who participated in this film, will compete for statuettes in the categories of "Best Actor" and "Best Actress" (musical or comedy). Benicio Del Toro is also nominated for "Best

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EU to tighten migration rules: more deportations and fewer benefits
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EU to tighten migration rules: more deportations and fewer benefits

Image from internet sources. The European Union is tightening its migration policy The recent decision by EU member states to introduce new measures is aimed at significantly strengthening migration rules, as reported by DW. Among the proposed initiatives is the establishment of "return centers" outside the EU for those who have applied for asylum but have been denied.

Ирэн Орлонская•
Bomb Found in Bishkek Supermarkets
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Bomb Found in Bishkek Supermarkets

An anonymous call was received by the "102" service Police officers are conducting searches for an explosive device in supermarkets in Bishkek, such as "Narodny," "Globus," "Dostor," and "Spar." This was reported by the Main Internal Affairs Department of the capital.

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An earthquake occurred in Batken

Recently, an earthquake occurred in the Batken region. According to information provided by the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences, the epicenter of the seismic activity was recorded on the territory of Kyrgyzstan, 12 km northeast of the village of Ravat, as well as 17 km northeast of the village of Leilek, 17 km northwest of Uch-Dobo, and 17 km west of Ak-Tatyr. The distance to Batken is 48 km to the southwest.

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In anticipation of the New Year. An exhibition "The Charm of Winter" will open in Bishkek.
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In anticipation of the New Year. An exhibition "The Charm of Winter" will open in Bishkek.

An exhibition titled "The Charm of Winter" will take place at the "Gallery M," dedicated to the upcoming New Year. The organizers of the event announced this. The exhibition offers a variety of interpretations of the winter landscape: from poetic images of snow-covered mountains to emotional scenes depicting winter nature in its intimate manifestations.

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In the village of Zhany-Alysh in the Kemin district, the drinking water supply system is being rehabilitated for 205.3 million soms.

The state institution "Department of Capital Construction of Drinking Water Supply and Wastewater Facilities" has initiated a tender for the restoration of the drinking water supply system in the village of Zhany-Alysh, located in the Kemin district of the Chui region. According to information posted on the public procurement portal, this tender falls under the category of unrestricted purchases.

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Clashes Erupt on the Border of Thailand and Cambodia

According to the Thai news portal Khaosod, new clashes were recorded on December 8 along the border between Thailand and Cambodia. It was previously reported that Cambodian troops attacked the "Anupong" base, resulting in the death of one Thai soldier and injuries to two others. In response, the Royal Thai Air Force scrambled F-16 fighters to conduct retaliatory actions.

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Sadyr Japarov visited the building of the National Television and Radio Corporation after major reconstruction. Photos

President Sadyr Japarov visited the renovated building of the National Television and Radio Broadcasting Corporation (NTRC) on December 8. According to the press service of the head of state, during the visit he was informed about the condition of the administrative building of the NTRC, located at 57 Young Guard Boulevard, as well as the state of the studio and technical facilities built at different times. All these facilities had long been in poor condition due to insufficient funding and

Наталья Маркова•
Slavoj Žižek: Why We Are Still Alive in the Dead Internet
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Slavoj Žižek: Why We Are Still Alive in the Dead Internet

Slavoj Žižek emphasizes that when we hear about the control that artificial intelligence begins to exert over our lives, we tend not to panic and believe that this is still far off; we have time to think and prepare. However, reality shows that everything is happening much faster than we assume. We often do not realize how much we have already become objects of manipulation by algorithms that, in a sense, know more about us than we do ourselves and shape our "free" choices. In this

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Unknown individuals reported a bomb in supermarkets in Bishkek. Verification is underway.

In Bishkek, a report was received about a possible bomb in several supermarkets, including "Narodny," "Globus," "Dostor," and "Spar." This was reported by the press service of the city's Main Internal Affairs Directorate. A call to the "102" service was received on December 8 at around 17:46 from an anonymous caller who claimed there was an explosive device, without specifying which store it might be in.

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In Kazakhstan, correspondence in WhatsApp will have legal force as part of a contract

In Kazakhstan, deputies led by Murat Abenov announced amendments to the legislation, according to which correspondence in messengers, including WhatsApp, and voice messages can have legal force as elements of a contract. He reported this in a live broadcast on the Instagram account of the Mazhilis, as reported by Tengrinews.kz. The deputy noted that the new legislative norms expand the understanding of the form of a contract, especially in conditions where most transactions are conducted online.

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Increase in ARVI and influenza. Additional beds and mobile clinics will be opened in Bishkek.
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Increase in ARVI and influenza. Additional beds and mobile clinics will be opened in Bishkek.

In light of the increasing incidence of acute respiratory viral infections and influenza, Acting Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov conducted an unscheduled inspection at the City Children's Clinical Hospital for Emergency Medical Care (GDKB SMP) in Bishkek. According to information from the Ministry of Health's press service, he examined the work of the clinical diagnostic department, familiarized himself with the situation regarding patient admissions and waiting times in

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The USA announced the proximity of an agreement to end the war in Ukraine: two questions remain

Kellogg emphasized that the issues concerning Donbas and the state of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant remain the main topics during the negotiations. He added: "If we can find a solution for these two aspects, the other issues will be resolved much more easily. We are almost at the finish line... We are really close," he noted. According to the initial proposals from the United States, the operation of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant should be restored under the control of

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The II International "Aitmatov Readings" Took Place in Novosibirsk

On December 5-6, the II International Scientific and Practical Conference dedicated to the National Day of Literature of Kyrgyzstan, titled "Aitmatov Readings," took place at the Novosibirsk State Regional Scientific Library. According to information provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Consul General of Kyrgyzstan, Aibek Aydarbekov, emphasized the importance of Chingiz Aitmatov's legacy in the context of world literature, as well as the relevance of his ideas about

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In Sary-Dzhon, a cargo crane has once again knocked down the restrictive arch on the bridge.

The incident occurred in the village of Sary-Jon, located in the Issyk-Ata district, where a cargo crane knocked down a restriction arch that was installed to control access to the bridge. This was reported by eyewitnesses who shared video of the incident. According to local residents, the arch was installed to limit the passage of heavy vehicles in order to prevent damage to the bridge. However, the driver of the special equipment ignored the height restrictions and consequently damaged the

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Erkingul Urdaletova Appointed Prosecutor of the City of Manas

Erkingul Burganakovna Urdaletova is now the prosecutor of the city of Manas. According to the local administration, the mayor of the city, Ernisbek Ormokov, along with the prosecutor of the Jalal-Abad region, Turusbek Ishenaliev, introduced the new prosecutor to the community.

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Threats of a bomb have been received at supermarkets in Bishkek
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Threats of a bomb have been received at supermarkets in Bishkek

Today, around 17:46, a report was received in the duty unit about a possible bomb threat in several large supermarkets in Bishkek. According to information received from the Main Department of Internal Affairs, the anonymous call was made from a blocked number. The caller reported an allegedly planted bomb in the stores "Narodny," "Globus," "Dostor," and "Spaar," but did not specify which one might contain the explosive device.

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"Zhubaylar": Allah Married Adilet and Mastered Kyrgyz Traditions

This time, the focus of the "Zhubaýlar" section is on Alla and Adilet Musabaev, residents of the city of Karakol, located in the Issyk-Kul region. Alla, born in 1994, hails from the village of Issyk-Kul (formerly known as Mayak) in the Tyup district. She received her education at the Faculty of Tourism at K. Tynystanov University.

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The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan approved the election results in the Jogorku Kenesh in five districts
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The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan approved the election results in the Jogorku Kenesh in five districts

Today, December 8, the Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan held a meeting where it discussed the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in the multi-mandate electoral district No. 4 and approved the corresponding resolution. According to the voting results, the early elections in the multi-mandate electoral district No. 4 were recognized as valid, and the protocol on the election results was approved. Among the elected deputies were:

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"Fearing for Children's Lives." Residents Complain About Construction

In the Call center Kaktus.media, local residents living in the 10th microdistrict expressed concerns for the safety of their children due to the construction of a multi-story building, which is being carried out without adhering to necessary standards. “Construction work is taking place in close proximity to our yard. The contractor is not following safety measures, which poses a threat to the lives and health of residents, especially children,” they report.

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Concert for March 8th...
07 Mar • Бишкек

Concert for March 8th...

Concert for March 8... Dear friends and guests of the capital!!! Give yourself and your loved ones a holiday..

Star Tours
26 Feb • Бишкек

Star Tours

Crazy Money Date: March 2 at 18:30. Venue: T. Satylganov National Philharmonic of Kyrgyzstan.

Flower Fair
26 Feb • Бишкек

Flower Fair

FLOWER FAIR Dear Friends, very soon the FLOWER FAIR for International Women's Day on March 8th! From March 1 to March 8 at TSUM2, minus 1 floor, Shopokova, 91 (entrance from the side of the Globus store)

Concert "New Wave"
26 Feb • Бишкек

Concert "New Wave"

CONCERT ON FEBRUARY 27 AT 18:00, A CONCERT WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE NATIONAL LIBRARY OF THE KYRGYZ REPUBLIC NAMED AFTER ALYKUL OSMONOV SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27 IS APPROACHING, AND ON THIS EVENING AFTER 18:00, THERE WILL BE A DEBUT CONCERT IN A SMALL CONCERT HALL, WHERE FOUR GROUPS FROM OUR CITY WILL PRESENT THEIR TALENTS. OVER THE PAST YEAR, AS YOU ALL KNOW, THERE HAVE BEEN MANY CHALLENGES. EVEN TODAY, THE DAMAGE AND ENORMOUS DISCOMFORT CONTINUE TO AFFECT THE POPULATION OF OUR LAND. HOWEVER, IN ANY

Exhibition of Exotic Butterflies
27 Sep • Бишкек

Exhibition of Exotic Butterflies

Exhibition of Exotic Butterflies More than 50 species of butterflies are presented, with some specimens measuring up to 30 centimeters. You will be able to see the complete life cycle of butterflies, from emerging from the cocoon to their first wing flap.

"Fair of Products by Elderly People 'From Heart to Heart'"
27 Sep • Бишкек

"Fair of Products by Elderly People 'From Heart to Heart'"

Resource Center for the Elderly On October 1, 2019, a Nordic walking event with the participation of elderly people titled "Together for Active Longevity!" and the annual Charity Craft Fair of Elderly People "From Heart to Heart" will take place in Bishkek, coinciding with the International Day of Older Persons. These events aim to promote active longevity, combat ageism and discrimination against the elderly, dignified aging, and intergenerational continuity. The

1/4 Final of the KVN Ala-Too League
27 Sep • Бишкек

1/4 Final of the KVN Ala-Too League

1/4 Final of KVN League Ala-Too 2 teams from Kazakhstan, 2 teams from Bishkek, 1 team from Jalal-Abad. Toktogul Satylganov Philharmonic 720000 Bishkek October 6 at 18:00

Exhibition - Sale of Watercolor Paintings
27 Sep • Бишкек

Exhibition - Sale of Watercolor Paintings

Exhibition Hall of the Union of Artists of the Kyrgyz Republic "Oak Park" named after S.A. Chuykov Friends! I invite you to the exhibition of my works and the works of my studio students!

"Murakami" at PROMZONA Club
27 Sep • Бишкек

"Murakami" at PROMZONA Club

Murakami at PROMZONA.space “Murakami” is a popular Russian rock band formed in November 2004. Participants of the “Nashestvie” festival from 2011 to 2016. Starting from 2010, with songs like “0 km” and “boredom,” the band gained wide recognition, topping well-known “thematic” charts and rankings. PROMZONA Club, Cholpon-Ata St. 16, 720022 Bishkek October 4 at 21:00