Recent studies conducted by scientists at Newcastle University have shown that even a brief, just 10-minute, intense workout contributes to changes in blood composition, which in turn reduces the risk of developing bowel cancer and aids in the repair of damaged DNA. During physical activity, specific molecules enter the bloodstream that reduce inflammatory processes, improve vascular function, and normalize metabolism.
On the night of January 7 to 8, a collision between two cars occurred on the Bishkek - Osh highway. According to information from eyewitnesses, the incident took place in the Toktogul district. Preliminary data indicates that there are no casualties.
Today, January 8, at 19:36, an unusual event occurred in the sky over the village of Kara-Too, located in the Kochkor district. Local residents observed a group of 7-8 lights moving in a chain. The emotions and astonishment of the villagers were captured on video by one of them — Emil Monkoev.
In the southern part of Germany, in Bavaria, an unusual event occurred: about 50 sheep unexpectedly entered a Penny supermarket, causing mild chaos for 20 minutes. According to The Telegraph, the animals roamed freely around the store while employees tried to herd them out by banging on the counters. Captured on video, the event shows how the flock entered the sales area and then, seemingly frightened, left it. The German TV channel ZDF noted that "the sheep caused complete chaos" and
In the documentary film "President," created by journalist Aibek Biibosun uulu, President Sadyr Japarov shared his memories of the events that took place in October 2020. He noted that he felt support from the people. While in detention, his associates and party allies conveyed information about the mood of the people to him. Japarov also mentioned that he read numerous comments on social media expressing trust in him.
In the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, the festival "Ak Ilbirs" will take place. This was reported to Turmush by the akim of the Jeti-Oguz district, Ermek Bakhaevdinov. According to him, the festival is organized at the Ak-Tash pasture as part of efforts to develop winter tourism. "To activate winter tourism, we are holding the festival 'Ak Ilbirs' at the Ak-Tash pasture. The main goal of the festival is to develop winter tourism, for which the arrangement
Turmush continues to share stories of Kyrgyzstani people living and working abroad. After a video featuring Esen Sharshkeyev and his son became popular on social media, he decided to leave his job in Moscow. Esen was born in 1995 in Naryn.
According to the Telegram channel SHOT, Larisa Dolina moved her belongings using three trucks, including two "Gazelles" and one large minibus, all fully loaded with her property. Not only were racks with outfits taken from the apartment, but also bags, boxes with belongings, and part of the furniture. For the last three days, there has been silence around Lurye's house: workers and trucks have not appeared. According to the channel's information, a meeting between Lurye and
- The import of vegetables from China to Kyrgyzstan increased by 70% over the 10 months of 2025, according to data from the National Statistical Committee. According to statistics, from January to October of the current year, the country imported 5,800 tons of vegetables from China, costing $5.6 million. In comparison, during the same period in 2024, the import volume was 3,400 tons worth $3 million. Thus, there is a noticeable increase in the physical volume of supplies by 70%.
Kamchybek Tashiev, who holds the position of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, stated that he is not interested in presidential power. In an interview featured in the documentary film by Aibek Biibosun uulu, Tashiev emphasized that his friendship with Sadyr Japarov has gone through many trials. He also noted that there are people who wish to undermine their alliance; however, their personal and political ties remain strong.
The head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, expressed his views on his relationship with Sadyr Japarov in the documentary film "President," noting that their friendship can only be broken by death. According to him, for many years their bond has been built on friendship and mutual understanding.
In Kyrgyzstan, clear weather without precipitation is expected. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature at night will be -3 degrees, while during the day it will rise to +11 degrees.
17-year-old Shahlo Osmonakhunova, who lives in Kara-Kul in the Jalal-Abad region, is actively engaged in Olympic boxing. Her passion for sports began at the age of 14, and since 2023, she has been regularly attending a boxing section.
In Osh, the dismantling of the monument to Barsbek-Kagan has begun, located at the corner of Gapar Aitieva and Bekmamata Osmonova streets. According to information from the city authorities, the relocation work is scheduled for January 8, 2026. The city hall reported that the monument will be moved to a new location; however, it will be different, as another monument is planned to be installed at the previous site. Currently, the monument has been temporarily dismantled, but it will be
A sociological survey covered more than a thousand respondents across the country According to the results of a sociological study conducted by the Kusein Isaev Center for Social Research at Bishkek Humanities University, the majority of Kyrgyz citizens express optimism regarding the current state of affairs in the country.
According to local news agencies, significant damage occurred in Istanbul on January 8 due to a severe storm. After receiving a "yellow" warning from meteorologists, the southwest wind intensified in the city, leading to damage in various areas: roofs were torn off buildings, trees fell, and coastal facilities in the Sarıyer district were affected.
At the summit of the "coalition of the willing" in Paris, Chancellor Friedrich Merz provided Ukraine with only vague guarantees, as reported by Die Zeit. Germany intends to technically monitor the ceasefire in Ukraine using satellites and drones; however, the Chancellor is only willing to deploy troops to support Kyiv in one of the NATO countries.
- 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.
The sports and events ecosystem of India is actively shaping the character of cities, turning them into centers of economic activity and cultural exchange, as noted by Khaleej Times. On one of the warm evenings in November in Ahmedabad, more than 130,000 spectators filled the "Narendra Modi" stadium not for a concert, but for the final of the cricket world championship. This event became a true celebration, uniting people whose energy filled hotels, cafes, roads, and meeting rooms.
On January 3, 2026, in the Uzgen district, police officers from the Kurshab rural police station, abusing their authority, made an illegal arrest of two citizens and used physical force against them without the necessary procedural documents. As a result of these actions, one of the detainees, citizen A.B., sustained serious injuries. According to the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office, on January 5, 2026, the Prosecutor's Office of the Osh region initiated a criminal
The urgent need for donor blood arose after a tragic fire at a nursing home. This is reported by the Bishkek Health Strengthening Center. All those willing to help can visit the Republican Blood Center, located at: Bishkek, Ch.Aitmatov Avenue, 60.
According to the data from this agency, from January to October 2025, Kyrgyzstan imported 952 tons of whey, amounting to $1.2 million. Compared to the same period in 2024, when 851 tons were imported for $824 thousand, the volume of supplies increased by 12%. The main supplier countries of whey to Kyrgyzstan:
In its statement, the Russian Foreign Ministry emphasized that the tanker "Marinera," which was seized by the United States, was legally flying the Russian flag and was en route to one of the Russian ports, conducting a peaceful passage through international waters. The Russian side noted that the American side had been informed of the vessel's nationality, and the stopping or inspection of ships on the high seas is permissible only in exceptional cases with the consent of the
At republican events, equipment provided by the state enterprise "Kyrgyz Culture Service" is now used. Previously, renting equipment from private companies required significant financial expenses. This was reported by the Minister of Culture Mirbek Mambetaliev in an interview with AKIpress. He emphasized that "Kyrgyz Culture Service" has an extensive technical base.
According to information from the Independent Persian website, protests in the country are ongoing. On January 7, opposition representatives reported the capture of the cities of Abdanan and Malekshahi. The next day, January 8, social media reported that Iranian security forces opened fire on protesters in Karaj, located near Tehran. The shooting began after demonstrators blocked roads. Social media also reports that protesters allegedly took control of Karaj, although this information has not
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 an interview with The New York Times, President Trump noted that it will take time to determine the timeline for this process. He also added that U.S. oversight will cover not only oil supplies from Venezuela and their pricing policy but also the financing of that country over many years. Trump emphasized that the interim government of Venezuela is showing a willingness to cooperate by providing the U.S. with all necessary resources. He also confirmed that Washington is in contact with Delcy
The situation surrounding the construction of the residential complex "Altai" in Bishkek has become a topic of discussion after a video of flooded excavation sites appeared on social media. In response, the Ministry of Construction provided its comments. In the department, it was noted that before the start of construction work, necessary engineering-geological and engineering surveys were conducted in accordance with current legislation. The results of these studies allowed for the
The Muftiyat of Kyrgyzstan has appealed to citizens planning to perform Umrah and to tourism companies, urging them to consider potential risks and approach the organization of the pilgrimage with due responsibility. In the DUMK, it was noted that in recent days there have been delays and temporary cancellations of flights, including international ones, due to sharp weather changes, fog, and precipitation. Pilgrims are advised to closely monitor official warnings from meteorologists and take
On January 9, the youth national team of Kyrgyzstan (U-23) will play its second match at the Asian Cup, which is taking place in Saudi Arabia. The team, led by Edmar Lacerda, will face the Vietnamese footballers.
The imam of the village of Kara-Küngöy received a pilgrimage voucher for Umrah from local residents, learning about his grandfather Turmush — Residents of Kara-Küngöy, located in the Kochkor district of the Naryn region, gifted Imam Kumarbek Keramaev a voucher for performing Umrah, reports Turmush correspondent. After consulting with local elders, the villagers decided to raise funds by collecting 1000 soms from each household. These funds were directed towards purchasing a 14-day pilgrimage
A new migration policy is actively being developed in Russia. This was stated by the Chairman of the State Duma Vyacheslav Volodin. He noted that several legislative initiatives aimed at improving migration policy will be presented in the near future.
- The State Tax Service has presented consolidated information about the declarations of state and municipal officials for the year 2024, which they submitted in 2025. It should be noted that until February 2025, this agency was called the State Agency for Architecture, Construction, and Housing and Communal Services under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. In February 2025, it received a new status as the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services
The national futsal team of Kyrgyzstan has announced an extended roster that will participate in the final stage of the 2026 Asian Cup. This competition will start on January 27 in Indonesia and will gather 16 teams divided into four groups.
President Sadyr Japarov shared the results of education funding President Sadyr Japarov reported that in 2023, funding was allocated from the state budget for the construction and renovation of educational institutions in Kyrgyzstan.
According to the latest data from international air quality monitoring, Bishkek has once again ranked third among the most polluted major cities in the world based on the Air Quality Index (AQI).
Askar Abdysalamov, one of the pioneers in watermelon cultivation in the village of Buzhum in the Batken region, started his business a few years ago and now earns up to half a million soms a year. This information was shared with a Turmush correspondent.
A tragic incident occurred in Minneapolis when ICE agents shot a woman who had stopped her car in front of their pickup truck. According to Meduza, the situation quickly escalated into protests. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security claims that ICE officers were conducting "targeted operations" in the city when a group of protesters blocked their actions. The agency states that the woman used her vehicle as a weapon, attempting to run over the officers, which forced one officer to
The Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services commented on the situation regarding the "Altai" town project being built on the outskirts of Bishkek. Initially, photos appeared on social media showing the excavations filled with water.
The State Tax Service has presented consolidated information on the declarations submitted by state and municipal officials for the year 2024. According to the published information, the income of President Sadyr Japarov this year amounted to 2 million 214 thousand 482.38 soms. There is no data on expenses in the declaration.
In his speech, which apparently addressed the recent attempts to overthrow Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, Steinmeier stated that global democracy is facing unprecedented challenges. He emphasized that despite the largely ceremonial role of the President of Germany, his words still carry significant weight and allow him to speak more candidly than many other politicians. Pointing to the annexation of Crimea and military actions in Ukraine as key events, Steinmeier characterized the
On January 7, an accident involving a private Robinson R44 helicopter occurred at the "Ashatli-Park" ski resort. On the same day, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Perm Krai, both passengers of the helicopter died. Among them were Ilyas Gimadutdinov, the founder of the company "Tattranskom," and his colleague Elmira Konyakov.
According to the data from the National Statistical Committee, there has been a 7% increase in the import of frozen fish during the first ten months of 2025. From January to October 2025, Kyrgyzstan imported 3,700 tons of frozen fish worth a total of $8.6 million. In comparison, during the same period in 2024, the volume of supplies was 3,500 tons, costing $7.1 million, which also confirms a 7% growth. The main supplier countries of frozen fish for Kyrgyzstan are presented in the following
Illustrative photo According to sources, the military leadership of the United Kingdom proposed to send 10,000 soldiers; however, this proposal was deemed "unsustainable" by the Ministry of Defense in light of the current size of the army, which consists of about 71,000 trained personnel, as mentioned by The Times. French military forces will also be part of the contingent, but at the moment, only the UK and France have agreed to send their troops to Ukraine after a peace agreement
Processing waste is used for animal feed Production of safflower oil has begun in the Sokuluk district, initiated by the Kyrgyz State Breeding Farm. This project aims to develop processing and effective use of the cake obtained during production in animal husbandry.
- 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.
