Deontay Wilder, the former heavyweight world champion, doubts Alexander Usyk's status as the greatest boxer of all time. “I don’t consider him the greatest boxer in history. People who say that are probably his fans. That’s their opinion,” said the 39-year-old Wilder, as reported by the Ready To Fight portal. He added that among Ukrainians, there are likely many who support this opinion, but outside the country, very few people share that view, as most do not possess deep knowledge of
- As of the end of January–November 2025, there is a significant increase in the volume of beverage production in Kyrgyzstan, both in monetary and physical terms. According to official information, in the 11 months of the current year, beverages worth 27.43 billion soms were produced in the country, which significantly exceeds the level of the same period in 2024, which was 24.4 billion soms. The physical volume index reached 148.0%, indicating a real increase of almost 50%.
- In January-November 2025, the volume of food production in Kyrgyzstan reached 66.7 billion soms, according to statistical data. At the same time, for the corresponding period in 2024, this figure was 55.8 billion soms.
As of today, the Belgian athlete is 33 years old. Musonda began his career at Chelsea, moving to the club from Anderlecht in 2012 along with his brothers Tika and Charlie. He spent two seasons in the club's youth team and then returned to Belgium, where he played for Mechelen. Additionally, he played for lower league Spanish clubs such as Llagostera and Palamós, as well as for the Congolese club TP Mazembe. He has nine caps for the Belgium U21 national team. Musonda ended his professional
Pahlavi also noted that he is preparing to return to his homeland to support the people of Iran in their struggle for freedom, claiming that the victory of the national revolution is near. In recent days, protests triggered by a sharp decline in the national currency and nearly 50% inflation have spread across many cities. According to human rights activists, at least 65 people have died in the clashes, including 15 security personnel and 50 protesters, while about 2,300 demonstrators have
Canada expresses concerns that it may become the next target for Donald Trump's presidential ambitions after Venezuela and Greenland, Bloomberg reports. According to the agency, some representatives of the Canadian elite suggest the possibility of "military coercion" from the United States. Thomas Homer-Dixon, a global security expert, noted that any pressure from Washington should be economically disadvantageous.
During the inspection, police discovered insects in the kitchen area, such as cockroaches, and rat traps scattered across the floor. Additionally, the establishment had meat from protected animal species. The inspection of the "Jin Gu" restaurant in Madrid took place in March 2025. Due to the violations found, its operations were suspended, and a final decision to close it was made in January 2026. A criminal case was initiated against the restaurant owner for violating public order
- According to the NBKR, commercial banks issued loans totaling 6.5 billion soms for the industrial sector during the 11 months of 2025. In annual terms, the volume of new loans decreased by 19.2%.
- From January to October 2025, the production volume of automotive gasoline in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 126.5 thousand tons, according to data provided for a number of CIS countries. In total, the cumulative output of gasoline in the countries for which data is available (Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan) reached 7,171.2 thousand tons. Thus, Kyrgyzstan's share in this total volume is approximately 1.8%.
- The press service of the Naryn Electric Power Station informs that the total number of clients receiving services from the company is 61.2 thousand people. To ensure stable and quality electricity supply, the department will begin increasing the capacity of the power grids by 5 kW.
In November 2025, the production of clothing in Kyrgyzstan was recorded at 2.03 billion soms, according to statistical data. The physical volume index was 104.3%, indicating a real increase in production compared to the previous year.
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, in an interview, emphasized the need to transform Almaty into a unique place, drawing inspiration from global capitals such as New York, Moscow, and Paris. He also pointed out the influence of eco-activists on the development of mountain tourism. In response, Zhamilya Zhaksalieva expressed her doubts: Before discussing sleepless cities, experienced development companies, or eco-activists, it might be worth starting with a more fundamental aspect — ecology.
- In Kazakhstan, AI-based defectoscopy for overhead power lines is being actively implemented using unmanned aerial vehicles. As reported on January 5 by the press service of the Ministry of Energy, this innovation is already yielding results. According to the ministry, computer vision and machine learning technologies enable the automatic detection of defects on poles and wires, as well as the identification of overheating, deformations, and other potential threats, using data obtained from 4K
Donald Trump, the President of the United States, emphasized that the United States must "take control" of Greenland to prevent its potential influence from Russia and China. At a press conference on Friday, responding to a question from the BBC, Trump noted: "Countries must own their territory, and it should be defended, not just rented. We will need to protect Greenland."
The tournament will take place as part of the collaboration with the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) and several partners. Six national teams from different countries will participate in the competition, including Kyrgyzstan and Mexico, who will compete for the title in this prestigious tournament.
- According to statistical data, in November 2025, the volume of textile production amounted to 501.6 million soms, which significantly exceeds the figures for November 2024, where this indicator was 275 million soms. The physical volume index reached 112.3%, indicating a real increase in production compared to the same month last year. Analysis of data from January to November 2025 shows that the total textile output amounted to 3.3 billion soms, representing growth compared to 2.01 billion
- In response to appeals from citizens of the Naryn region, who are facing difficult climatic conditions in high-altitude areas, it has been decided to increase the electricity consumption limits during peak load hours. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Energy. According to the new regulations, the previously established limit has been raised from 189,648 kWh to 264,312 kWh, which has allowed for improved electricity supply and stabilization of the energy supply in the
Protests in Iran, triggered by economic difficulties, have been ongoing for nearly two weeks. Clashes between protesters and police are becoming regular, and human rights organizations accuse Iranian security forces of shooting at demonstrators. The country is experiencing internet outages. The Persian service of the BBC confirmed reports of 22 fatalities, while Iranian authorities reported six killed security personnel.
- The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic has presented a draft resolution for public discussion, which proposes a temporary ban on the export of scrap and waste of ferrous metals, as well as chargeable ingots for re-melting. According to this draft, the ban will be in effect for six months and will cover goods corresponding to code 7204 of the EAEU customs classification.
- According to Bloomberg, the export revenue of Russian oil companies continues to decline amid a significant drop in Urals prices, which are now selling at nearly a 50% discount compared to Brent prices. As of the end of the week ending January 4, Russia earned an average of $959 million from oil exports per week, the lowest figure since the beginning of the war in Ukraine. This data was collected based on tanker shipping statistics and information from Argus agency.
U.S. President Donald Trump made a statement about plans to begin ground operations against drug cartels, mentioning Mexico in this context. As Trump noted in an interview with Fox News, the United States has already managed to stop 97% of maritime drug smuggling and now plans to intensify the fight against drug cartels on land. "The cartels control Mexico, and that is very sad. We are seeing between 250,000 and 300,000 people die in that country every year," he added.
In April, residents of Palo Alto and nearby areas were shocked to hear voices resembling Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg at crosswalks. Traffic lights on the historic El Camino Real road unexpectedly began to play strange jokes, including ones about Donald Trump and intrusive artificial intelligence. Initially, it seemed like a joke, but it turned out to be a serious vulnerability.
According to information provided by the heads of children's hospitals and health system coordinators, the number of admissions to hospitals is within the range of long-term values. However, it has been observed that some admissions are coming directly to hospitals, bypassing the primary care level. Despite this, on weekends and holidays, all Family Medicine Centers in the republic organized duty shifts to accept patients. The Minister of Health has instructed the need to improve the
This spring, world boxing champion Dmitry Bivol will meet German boxer Michael Aiferth in the ring. The date of the bout is scheduled for March or April, during which Bivol will defend his IBF title. Preparation for the upcoming fight will begin in Kyrgyzstan. According to Boxing Scene, citing Bivol's manager Vadim Kornilov, this fight will be the first for the athlete after his February victory over Artur Beterbiev, which earned him the title of undisputed heavyweight champion. It is
- According to information from statistical authorities, from January to November 2025, the volume of furniture production in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 1 billion 533 million 537.6 thousand soms, which is almost equal to the figure for the same period in 2024 — 1 billion 539 million 279.8 thousand soms. The index of the physical volume of furniture production for the specified period showed a value of 115.4%, indicating a real growth of 15.4% compared to January–November 2024 (in 2024, the index
The Venezuelan government announced on Thursday, January 8, the release of a "significant number" of prisoners, including well-known opposition figures and foreign citizens. Details such as the number and names of those released have not yet been disclosed, according to the dpa agency. The Spanish Foreign Ministry confirmed that among those released are five Spanish citizens. According to the newspaper El Nacional, among those released may be Venezuelan opposition politician Juan
On the night of January 7, 2026, as part of the operation "Steering Wheel," law enforcement officers stopped a BMW X5 in the residential area "Novostroyka" in the city of Shopokov, located in the Sokuluk district. The driver of the vehicle was found to have the smell of alcohol, which led to the decision to take him to the narcological department of Sokuluk, as reported by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region. It turned out that the driver was
In this case, on January 5, 2025, the Prosecutor's Office of the Osh region opened a criminal case under articles 130 part 3 point 2 and 338 part 2 point 4 of the Criminal Code of Kyrgyzstan. The case has been forwarded for investigation to the investigative department of the Main Directorate of the State National Security Committee for the city of Osh and the Osh region. Currently, three police officers — "S.H.", "A.A." and "I.K." — have been detained and,
- Currently, Rio Tinto and Glencore are in preliminary merger talks that, according to information from Reuters and Bloomberg, could create a company with a market capitalization exceeding $200 billion. According to Reuters, both companies have confirmed that they are discussing a deal in which Rio Tinto may acquire a "partial or full" stake in Glencore. The structure of the deal is expected to include a stock exchange. If the negotiations are successful, the combined company will
On Wednesday, Donald Trump, the President of the United States, mocked French leader Emmanuel Macron, claiming that he allegedly agreed to a threefold increase in drug prices under pressure from Trump. Meanwhile, on Thursday, Macron expressed his concern, stating that the USA is "moving away from international norms" and gradually "turning away" from its allies, as reported by Euronews. He noted that "multilateral institutions are functioning worse and worse,"
The key findings of the study challenge the existence of a universal model of four seasons. The map created during the work demonstrated that even neighboring regions can have significantly different timings for important seasonal events, including the start and end of the growing season. For example, in mountainous areas in the tropics or Mediterranean zones, seasonality often shows asynchrony over short distances. Main conclusions: absence of universal seasons
Recent words from Elon Musk have sparked active discussions on the topic of technological singularity. The founder of Tesla and SpaceX expressed the opinion that humanity has already entered this new stage of development, predicting that 2026 will be the "year of singularity," when artificial intelligence will begin to significantly surpass human capabilities. This viewpoint sharply contrasts with the more conservative predictions of many experts, who suggest that such a leap will
At the intersection of Frunze and Kurmanjan Datka streets in Bishkek, a new traffic light equipped with laser backlighting for pedestrian crossings has appeared. This traffic light is the result of the work of the municipal enterprise "City Road Transport Infrastructure," which developed and manufactured it independently for the first time, as reported by the city administration. The laser backlighting improves the visibility of pedestrians for drivers in difficult weather
- From January 1, 2026, Tajikistan will take the chair of the Council on Aviation and Airspace of the CIS countries. This information was announced by the Executive Committee of the CIS, citing the Interstate Aviation Committee. Tajikistan received this right from Russia, which held the chairmanship from 2023 to 2025.
In its comment, the Ministry of Construction noted the following: A video related to the construction of the residential complex 'Altai' in Bishkek has appeared on social media. It shows pits filled with water, which has raised concerns among citizens.
According to the new rules, the amount of the financial bond will range from 5,000 to 15,000 US dollars and will be determined by the consular officer during the interview. Applicants will also need to provide Form I-352 from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security only at the request of the consular officer and confirm their agreement to the bond conditions through the online platform Pay.gov from the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The Ministry emphasizes several key points:
- In 2025, Kyrgyzstan took an important step forward by launching several major infrastructure projects that are expected to yield significant dividends. Among them, it is worth highlighting the progress in the construction of the China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan railway, as well as the Eastern Bypass Road in Bishkek and the Barskoon–Bedel highway project. This year also marked the start of construction for the international airport in Manas.
- According to statistics, from January to November 2025, the volume of industrial production in the Kyrgyz Republic amounted to 685.9 billion soms. In the field of mineral extraction, 65.4 billion soms were obtained during the specified period. The extraction of metallic ores became the main component of this sector, amounting to 46 billion soms and confirming its significance in the structure of industrial production.
- In 2025, Kazakhstan will implement 503 megawatts of installed capacity in the renewable energy sector. This was announced in a statement by the Ministry of Energy, published on January 6. As part of this project, nine new renewable energy facilities will be built, including: five wind power plants with a total capacity of 387 MW, three solar power plants with 90 MW, and one hydroelectric power station with a capacity of 26 MW.
- In 2025, 119 industrial projects were implemented in the Kyrgyz Republic, according to a report from the Ministry of Economy. The total amount of investments reached $715.7 million. During the implementation of these projects, 8,500 new jobs were created.
According to information from the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chuy Region, Asipa Arstanovna Borbukova resides in Bishkek, at the address: Prigorodnoye village, Gagarin Street, house 17. She is currently in one of the shelters in Kara-Balta, located in the Jayil district. Relatives of Borbukova have also been located, and they reported that they did not contact law enforcement regarding her disappearance. They expressed their intention to take her from the shelter.
Immediately after the capture, various images of Maduro began to appear on social media. The fact-checking team from Euronews, known as The Cube, found that many of them were circulated in Spanish, Italian, French, and Polish. On January 3, American special forces conducted a swift operation during which they captured Nicolás Maduro and his wife. He was accused of drug trafficking and pleaded not guilty.
According to media reports, U.S. President Donald Trump intends to restore Venezuela's oil industry, which is currently in a "catastrophic state." Years of neglect have led to corroded tanks, pipeline leaks, and a significant drop in production. According to information from the U.S. Energy Information Administration, Venezuela, which holds about 17% of the world's proven oil reserves, produced over 3.5 million barrels per day in the 1970s. However, that figure is now less
According to the received information, the recalled products include dry instant mixes under the brands: NAN 1 OPTIPRO, NAN OPTIPRO 2, NAN EXPERTPRO, NAN 2 Optipro, PRENAN, and NAN LACTOSE FREE, with specific production dates. This step is being taken as a precautionary measure within the framework of a global voluntary recall, triggered by the potential risk of the presence of the toxin cereulide in the raw material, specifically in arachidonic acid. The distributor has already begun the
The construction began in July 2025 and is being carried out by the companies "China Road" and "Alkatash." As part of the project, a new sewage treatment plant is being built, capable of processing 14,200 cubic meters of wastewater per day. Currently, the earthworks for 12 pumping stations have been completed, and the project is moving to the next stage. Upon completion of the construction, the centralized sewage system will cover the city of Cholpon-Ata, as well as the
According to information from the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Chui region, a criminal case was initiated based on a statement from citizen J.R. under Article 211 (Theft of a motor vehicle) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. As a result of operational search activities, the police were able to identify the suspects: N.A. (born in 2006), N.M. (2009), and Sh.B. (2008). All three were taken to the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata district for investigative actions.
