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A seven-year-old child died in a car accident near the "Chunkurchak" ski resort.

On the evening of January 10, a tragedy occurred near the "Chunkurchak" ski resort, where a seven-year-old child died as a result of a traffic accident. Confirmation of this information was received from the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region. According to law enforcement agencies, the driver of a BMW X7 lost control on the Bishkek — Chunkurchak highway, which led to the car leaving the road and falling into a ravine. The injured were urgently transported to medical

Марина Онегина•
Week-24. Officials went on a pilgrimage, while Bishkek continues to lose its history
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Week-24. Officials went on a pilgrimage, while Bishkek continues to lose its history

In Kyrgyzstan, the New Year holidays are coming to an end, and during this time the republic celebrated two significant events – New Year and Christmas. We hope you made good use of this time. In this review, we will talk about the events that took place in the second week of January. Starting from January 14, 2026, new financial control rules will come into effect in Kyrgyzstan. Exchange offices will now be required to check documents and sources of funds for clients, including foreigners,

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Temperature Records. The coldest January 11 in Bishkek was in 1959.

On January 11, 1959, in Bishkek, which at that time was called Frunze, a record low temperature was recorded. According to the resource "Weather and Climate," the temperature reached −25.5 degrees. Notably, the warmest January 11 was in 1987, when the temperature rose to +16.6 degrees.

Анна Федорова•
NASA satellite captures tsunami for the first time with unprecedented detail
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NASA satellite captures tsunami for the first time with unprecedented detail

The satellite known as Surface Water Ocean Topography (SWOT) was in the right place at the right time when an earthquake with a magnitude of 8.8 struck off the Kamchatka Peninsula on July 29. This event became the sixth strongest earthquake recorded since 1900. An article published in The Seismic Record reports that the satellite captured a high-quality image of a large tsunami in a subduction zone for the first time. Instead of the expected simple wave smoothly spreading across the ocean, the

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A 7-Year-Old Child Dies in a Car Accident Near the Chon-Kurchak Ski Base

In the Alamudun district of the Chui region, near the Chon-Kurchak ski base, an accident occurred resulting in the death of a seven-year-old boy, as reported by Turmush correspondents citing eyewitnesses. According to their testimonies, the driver of the "BMW X7" was unable to maintain control of the vehicle on the winding road, which led to the car leaving the roadway and falling into a ditch.

Ирэн Орлонская•
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Life in the Regions: The Craft that Sustains — How Altynai Supataeva Turned a Hobby into a Source of Income

Altynai Supataeva, a 46-year-old resident of the village of Min-Bulak in the Bakai-Ata district of the Talas region, is engaged in sewing trousseaus for brides. In a conversation with a Turmush correspondent, she shared that she was born in the Aitmatov district. In 1998, after getting married, she moved to Min-Bulak. “My husband and I are raising four sons and one daughter. I became the youngest daughter-in-law in a large family, and therefore I did not engage in household chores. Since

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Sports

In the Sverdlovsk District, the Spartakiad "Dad, Mom, and I - a Sports Family" took place.

In Bishkek, in the Sverdlovsk district, a sports festival for families called "Dad, Mom, and I — a Sports Family" took place on January 9. According to information from the press service of the city hall, the event features seven family teams, consisting of parents and children aged 7 to 15 years. The competitions cover seven different types of activities: the national game "Үч тапан чүкө," ball handling, a jump rope relay, a stick relay, tug-of-war, nail driving, and sack

Евгения Комарова•
Economy

In the first 10 months of 2025, imports of fresh fruits from Iran decreased by 25%

Based on data from the National Statistical Committee, there has been a significant decrease in the import of fresh fruits from Iran during the first ten months of 2025 — by 25%. During this period, Kyrgyzstan purchased 1,900 tons of fresh fruits from Iran, costing $1.1 million. In comparison, during the same period in 2024, the volume of purchases amounted to 2,500 tons for $1.7 million. In addition to Iran, fresh fruits are also imported to Kyrgyzstan from several other countries, as shown in

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Economy

In the first 10 months of 2025, wheat imports from Kazakhstan increased by 6.5 times

The National Statistical Committee reported that in the first ten months of 2025, wheat imports from Kazakhstan to Kyrgyzstan increased by 6.5 times. From January to October, the republic purchased 202 thousand tons of this crop for a total of 40 million dollars. In comparison, during the same period in 2024, the volume of supplies was only 30 thousand tons, which cost 5.9 million dollars. Wheat imports to Kyrgyzstan are carried out from several countries, as shown in the table below:

Наталья Маркова•
World

Boston Dynamics will launch mass production of the new Atlas robot

According to the developers, Atlas is designed for round-the-clock use in industry. It is capable of autonomously changing batteries and replacing damaged parts, allowing it to continue working without significant interruptions. In the event of a dangerous proximity to a person, the robot automatically stops, and its design includes "soft" elements, which reduces the likelihood of injury during accidental contact. One of the main advantages of Atlas is its versatility: there is no

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Video from the phone of the ICE officer who shot a woman in Minneapolis has emerged

As reported, on January 9, a video recording of the incident was published by Alpha News and CNN. The footage shows ICE agent Jonathan Ross opening fire, resulting in the tragic death of Rene Good. The video lasts less than a minute and captures the moment leading up to the shooting. Ross stands next to a maroon SUV, with Good behind the wheel. The vehicle was parked across the road, creating an obstruction to traffic. The agent, walking around the car, photographs the license plate while Good

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Society

A modern greenhouse is being built in the city of Osh. Materials were brought from South Korea.

In the southern capital of Kyrgyzstan, the city of Osh, the construction of a new greenhouse is actively underway. This information was announced by the press service of the local mayor's office. According to available data, the construction materials for this greenhouse were imported from South Korea, and the completion of all work is planned for February 15.

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Life in the Regions: Rustam Kopeyev Gained Experience in Bishkek and Then Opened His Own Business in His Native Village

Rustam Kopeyev, who lives in the village of Ak-Chiy, located in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region, has dedicated himself to metallurgy for the past 15 years. He was born on March 30, 1985, in the same village and, having received education only up to the 7th grade, later mastered the profession of a gas-electric welder.

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Kyrgyzstan Lost to Vietnam in the U-23 Asian Cup Match
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Kyrgyzstan Lost to Vietnam in the U-23 Asian Cup Match

At the "King Abdullah Sports City" stadium, the youth football team of Kyrgyzstan faced a setback, losing to the team from Vietnam with a score of 1:2. The only goal for Kyrgyzstan was scored by Marlen Murzakhmatov.

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Sports

Bilol Sharip Uulu won gold at the tournament in Turkey

Athlete from Kyrgyzstan Bilol Sharip uulu won the international wrestling tournament Yasar Dogu, held in Turkey. The competition took place on January 10, and 13 wrestlers participated in the weight category up to 65 kg.

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World

Time: The number of deaths in the protests in Iran has exceeded 200 people

According to data presented by Time magazine, the number of casualties from the protests in Iran may exceed 200, as confirmed by a doctor from Tehran. Official information from the country's authorities is absent. Despite internet restrictions, videos of the protests continue to emerge online, presumably transmitted via Starlink satellite communication. The footage shows large-scale unrest in Tehran: flames engulf residential buildings and religious structures, including the Al-Rasul

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Incidents

On the Bishkek - Osh highway, the driver of a "Zhiguli" died in a car accident

On December 10, near the city of Kara-Kul on the Bishkek – Osh highway, a traffic accident occurred, as reported by witnesses to a Turmush correspondent. According to eyewitnesses, the accident happened around 18:00 when a "Zhiguli" car collided with a "Kia" vehicle. As a result of the incident, the driver of the "Zhiguli" died at the scene.

Ирина Орлонская•
Politics

The authorities allocated over 100 million soms for Naryn to survive the abnormal frosts.

Due to the abnormally low temperatures, the authorities have allocated over 100 million soms to help Naryn cope with harsh winter conditions. This was reported by the chairwoman of the Energy Committee of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Kyrgyzstan, Kundus Kyrbashova, on her social media page =AZZdI8yMx27PNbI7JrUzIhkXdv9qDfxIVGF94PB3SOwk3tuOemT2IgyJXCdnvz9Zk4qbWAose4_uD-k5LUz8OOzfWDjeabwM9iUBvpJ8xO2DR0BSjj8-Hx9ZtJLF8sK_uY49wDbRB5UsAHM5U0Xc97Ms&__tn__=%2CO%2CP-R]. Kyrbashova

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Protests in Iran. Clashes continue, hospitals are overcrowded

For two weeks now, mass protests have been ongoing in Iran, marking the most significant demonstrations in the past three years. On the eve of Saturday, residents of Tehran and other cities took to the streets again, despite internet shutdowns and actions by security forces aimed at dispersing the demonstrations. This is reported by BBC News. The main cause of discontent has been sharp price fluctuations and a significant drop in the value of the Iranian rial, which has risen by 80 percent

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In Bishkek, a man started breaking a staircase in protest against the installation of cameras

A video has surfaced on the internet showing a man expressing his dissatisfaction during an argument with neighbors, using profanity. Witnesses say the conflict was triggered by the installation of surveillance cameras. It has been reported that this individual opposed the installation of the cameras and entered into a dispute with the workers responsible for the equipment installation, as well as with the building manager. The video shows him attempting to damage a ladder during his protest.

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In Suusamyr, a truck veered into oncoming traffic and nearly caused an accident

In the video that has spread on social media, a truck driver is seen making a dangerous maneuver on the highway near Suusamyr. Eyewitnesses reported that the truck entered the oncoming lane, where maneuvering is prohibited, and narrowly avoided a collision with a passenger car that was carrying a family. The author of the video emphasizes that such a situation could have led to a tragedy and calls for strict measures against the driver, including the revocation of their driver's license.

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Society

Unexpected Find of January: Tourists Discovered the First Snowdrops

In the foothills of the Sokuluk district, a group of tourists made an unexpected discovery by seeing the first snowdrops. This event took place in early January 2026 during one of the hiking excursions. Nature enthusiast Alexander Sosin noted: “I saw these spring flowers for the first time so early.”

Юлия Воробьева•
World

In Wrocław Zoo, a dwarf deer attacked a female rhinoceros

According to information provided by the city's internet communications department, a dwarf deer known as the Chinese muntjac attacked a female rhinoceros named Marusya. The hoofed animal keeper at the zoo explained that such behavior from the muntjac is due to its territorial instincts and hormonal activity, as its female was in heat. It perceived the appearance of the rhinoceros as a threat. However, as noted by the specialist, Marusya did not show aggression and perceived the situation

Елена Краснова•