In Italy, 3 skiers died as a result of avalanches while skiing off-piste in the area of the Winter Olympics.

In the Marmolada area, located in the Dolomites and near Cortina d'Ampezzo, where the women's alpine skiing competitions are taking place, two avalanches occurred. According to information from the alpine rescue service, one of the bodies found belonged to a man who was skiing with three other skiers on the slopes of Punta Rocca, which has an elevation of 3300 meters. This location is on the highest mountain in the Dolomites.

Masters from Europe built a building on Issyk-Kul, and it has been standing for almost 155 years.

The main building of the I. Biibosunov Pedagogical College in Karakol is celebrating its 154th anniversary. The educational institution continues to operate in this building, located at: 15 Y. Gagarin Street, and provides education to students.

Rosselkhoznadzor monitored the export of products to a number of countries, including Kyrgyzstan.

- From January 1 to February 4, 2026, the Rosselkhoznadzor Administration for the Oryol and Kursk Regions carried out control over the export of more than 1.1 thousand batches of goods that are under state veterinary supervision. The total weight of these shipments amounted to 66.9 thousand tons, which is 23.1 thousand tons more than the figures for the same period in 2025, according to information from Rosselkhoznadzor. Feed additives of plant origin accounted for a significant share of the

In Moscow, police officers who assisted illegal migrants were detained

Police officers in Moscow have been detained for assisting illegal migrants, as reported by the press service of the courts of general jurisdiction in the capital.

The GSIN revealed details about the death of the suspect in the murder of 17-year-old Aysulu.

Kumarbek Abdyrov, suspected of the murder of 17-year-old Aysulu M. and a number of other serious crimes, was found dead in his cell at detention center No. 1 in Bishkek. This information about the incident was confirmed by representatives of the State Penitentiary Service (GSIN). According to the service's data, on February 7, 2026, at around 12:30 PM, the accused A. K. K. was found hanged in cell No. 21 (SIZO-1). He used his pants, which he secured to the inner barred door of the cell.

Clear at night, up to +15 during the day — weather forecast for February 9

Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on February 9. According to the Kyrgyz Hydrometeorological Service, no precipitation is expected during the night. In the daytime, rain and snow are possible in some areas of the Batken region, while snow is expected in the mountainous areas of the Osh and Jalal-Abad regions. No precipitation is expected in the rest of the territory, including the agricultural areas of the Osh and Jalal-Abad regions. Fog may be observed in some places at night and in the morning.

Storm Warning: On February 8-9, snow avalanches are expected in mountainous areas.

According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, avalanche-dangerous conditions are expected on the specified roads: - on the section 121-138 km of the Bishkek—Osh road (Töö-Ashuu pass) and 198-255 km (Ala-Bel pass, Chychkan gorge);

Jury Translator of Kyrgyz in Germany: On Courts, Cinema, and the Dream of Translating "Manas"

Mahabat Sadyrbek is a linguist, doctor of sciences, and international political scientist who has lived in Germany for over two decades. Her book "Complete Grammar of the Kyrgyz Language" has recently appeared on Amazon. In an interview with 24.kg, Mahabat shared her impressions of life in Germany and the significance of the Kyrgyz language.

Svetlana Nazarenko spoke about her condition and rehabilitation after a stroke.

Svetlana Nazarenko, better known as Aya from the musical group "Gorod 312," recently appeared as a guest on the program "Hello, Andrey!" on the channel "Russia-1." During the show, she candidly spoke about her struggle with the consequences of a stroke that occurred three years ago, which forced her to temporarily leave the stage.

Ruslan Kazakbaev discussed the development of trade and economic relations with Turkish deputies

Issues of inter-parliamentary cooperation discussed The Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Turkey, Ruslan Kazakbaev, held a meeting with Abdullah Güler, a deputy and leader of the Justice and Development Party faction in the Grand National Assembly of Turkey. Also present at the meeting was Yusuf Beyazit, a deputy and head of the inter-parliamentary friendship group "Turkey–Kyrgyzstan".

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In Kyrgyzstan, the regions leading in milk production in 2025 have been named

- According to statistical data, the average milk yield in Kyrgyzstan in 2025 was 2,114 kg per cow. Several regions managed to exceed this average figure.

More than 600 families in the village of Toru-Ayghyr gained access to clean drinking water

An important project aimed at addressing the issue of access to clean drinking water has been implemented by the Department of Drinking Water Supply and Sewerage Development under the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. Over 62 million soms from the republican budget were allocated for the implementation of this large-scale reconstruction. During the work, more than 15 kilometers of water supply networks were laid, and two reinforced concrete reservoirs were built, each with a

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan Proposes to Raise Minimum Requirements for the Working Capital of Exchange Offices

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has proposed a new draft resolution regarding the minimum requirements for working capital for exchange offices for public discussion, as reported by economist.kg. According to this draft, new exchange offices, as well as additional and seasonal exchange points, will need to meet the updated requirements starting from March 31, 2026.

Russian streamers arrested in Almaty for insulting Kazakh women

According to reports, the arrest occurred due to offensive remarks made during the stream. Police noted that such actions by the streamers fall under the category of petty hooliganism in the online space. Thus, the court issued a decision for a 15-day administrative arrest for the streamers. Ravshan, their colleague, published an apology, emphasizing that they did not intend to cause negativity with their behavior.

The Ministry of Agriculture spoke about the control of export and import of animal products

The head of the veterinary and sanitary safety department of the veterinary service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Tilek Tabaldiev, shared information about the rules for controlling the export and import of animal products on the radio. Tabaldiev noted that there are 19 veterinary laboratories operating in Kyrgyzstan, two of which have already received accreditation in accordance with international standards. He emphasized that mandatory safety

Regional authors are invited to participate in the contest "40 Districts - 40 Books"

The Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovations of Kyrgyzstan has announced a new literary competition titled "40 Districts - 40 Books," aimed at authors from the regions of the country. The competition includes several nominations:

In Japan, early elections are being held after the dissolution of parliament

Today, early elections are taking place in Japan for the parliament. According to experts' forecasts, the greatest success in the voting is expected for the national conservatives, led by the recently elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaiti. Observers note that the elections are proceeding without major violations or incidents. However, record snowfall has been recorded in the northern part of the country, which may complicate the counting of votes in some regions.

Publisher of The Washington Post Resigns After Mass Layoffs at the Newspaper

Will Lewis, serving as publisher and CEO of The Washington Post (WP), has announced his resignation. This decision follows a recent announcement regarding staff reductions at the publication, which was presented in early February. In his address to the team, Lewis noted that his leadership had to make difficult decisions aimed at ensuring the sustainable development of WP and continuing to provide quality news to a broad audience.

In Pretrial Detention Center No. 1, a defendant in a series of rapes and murders has died - details

The State Penitentiary Service confirmed the information about the death of an accused person in pre-trial detention center No. 1. This incident occurred on February 7, 2026, around 12:30 PM. According to official data, on that day, A.K.K. was found dead in his cell, having hanged himself with his pants on the inner barred door. Despite attempts to provide medical assistance, he could not be saved.

Farmers of the Nookat District Bet on "Virginia"

In the Nookat District of the Osh Region, a large-scale initiative has begun aimed at restoring the former glory of tobacco farming. The Department of Agricultural Crop Expertise of the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan organized a training seminar for local farmers, designed to increase the profitability of their farms.

Scientists have discovered that life used oxygen long before it appeared in the atmosphere.

A study published in the journal Palaeogeography, Palaeoclimatology, Palaeoecology confirms that geobiologists have examined the evolution of an important enzyme necessary for aerobic respiration and concluded that it appeared in the Mesoarchaean, around 3.2-2.8 billion years ago. This significantly predates the Great Oxidation Event, which occurred about 2.3 billion years ago, when oxygen began to accumulate actively in Earth's atmosphere. Cyanobacteria, considered the first oxygen

Attempt on the GRU General of the General Staff in Moscow: suspects detained

In Moscow, individuals suspected of attempting to assassinate Lieutenant General Vladimir Alekseev, who holds the position of First Deputy Head of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Russia, have been detained, reports "Kommersant".

Shares of the American IT giant fell due to AI costs

As a result of the quarterly report publication, shares of Amazon, one of the largest IT giants in the U.S., experienced a sharp decline. On February 5, NASDAQ saw the company's stock drop by 10% at the beginning of evening trading; however, by the end of the main session, the decline was 4.4%, according to a Bloomberg report. Despite this, the financial results met analysts' expectations: revenue increased by 14% to reach $213.4 billion, while net profit amounted to $21.2 billion.

Participants from 100 countries are expected at the World Nomad Games

In Kyrgyzstan, an important meeting was held at the racetrack in Cholpon-Ata under the leadership of Deputy Prime Minister Bakyt Torobayev. The meeting announced the start of active preparations for the World Nomad Games, which will take place from August 31 to September 6, 2026, with participation expected from over 100 countries. The upcoming games on the shores of Issyk-Kul promise to amaze spectators with a multitude of competitions in various traditional and equestrian sports. The prize

Asian Athletics Championship: Two Kyrgyz Athletes Advance to the Final

At the Asian Indoor Athletics Championships taking place in China, two athletes from Kyrgyzstan, Nursultan Keneshbekov and Jusup Sulayman, successfully reached the finals. On the first day of the competition, both athletes showed excellent results in the men's 1500-meter qualifying race. Nursultan Keneshbekov finished first, setting a time of 3 minutes and 50 seconds.

The 2029 Asian Winter Games Moved to Almaty

The Olympic Council of Asia has announced that the 2029 Asian Winter Games, originally scheduled to be held in Neom, will now take place in Almaty, the largest city in Kazakhstan. As reported by DW, the decision to relocate is linked to the scaling back of several projects in Saudi Arabia due to rising costs and falling oil prices.

Found hanged by his own trousers: Kumarbek Abdyrov, accused of a series of rapes and murders, died in SIZO-1

Kumarbek Abdyrov, who is a suspect in the murder of 17-year-old Aysulu Mukasheva, died in pre-trial detention center No. 1. According to the press service of the State Penitentiary Service, the incident occurred in one of the detention facilities.

The number of fatalities from the explosion at a factory in northern China has risen to 8 people

Illustrative photo // Tengrinews The explosion occurred on February 7 in the production facility of the company "Jiapeng," located in the Shanyin County of the city of Shouzhou, Shanxi Province. Rescue operations are currently ongoing, and local authorities are investigating the causes of the tragedy. Control over the legal entity of the company has been established, and a special group has been formed to investigate the incident.

The Ministry of Agriculture spoke about the quality control of exported agricultural products

The quality of agricultural products intended for export depends primarily on the quality of the raw materials and compliance with veterinary and sanitary standards. This was stated by Tilek Tabaldiev, head of the veterinary and sanitary safety department in the veterinary service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, during a radio broadcast. He noted that at the acceptance stage, processors carefully monitor the raw materials. If unsuitable products are

Ministry of Science announces a literary competition for regional authors

The Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovation is launching a literary competition for authors from the regions called "40 Districts – 40 Books". The competition will be held in the following categories:

How the Lack of Railways Hits Kyrgyzstan's Wallet

Central Asia is facing a serious problem: the gap in the development of railway transportation between the countries of the region. Currently, the length of railways in these states is about 45 thousand kilometers. In comparison, in India, this figure exceeds 130 thousand kilometers, and in the USA — about 150 thousand. These figures were announced at the B5+1 business forum in Bishkek by the General Director of Wabtec Kazakhstan, Gaini Duyssenova.

First Medals, Records, and Scandal: How the First Day of the Winter Olympics in Italy Went

On the first day of the Winter Olympic Games in Italy, there were many memorable events, including the winning of the first gold medals and the setting of Olympic records, as well as a high-profile doping scandal. The first gold medal of the Games was won by 24-year-old Swiss skier Franyo von Allmen, who triumphed in the men's downhill event. He navigated one of the most challenging courses in the world - Stelvio - reaching speeds of up to 145 km/h and finishing with a time of 1:51.61,

The President of Kyrgyzstan has changed the composition of the commission on citizenship issues

The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, has decided to make changes to the composition of the commission dealing with citizenship issues by signing the relevant decree. As a result of these changes, Rustam Mamasadikov and Anara Tilenova have been removed from the commission. Their places will be taken by Kurvanbek Avazov, who holds the position of First Deputy Chairman of the State Committee for National Security and will now also serve as Deputy Chairman of the commission, as well as

OJSC "Electric Stations" will implement a number of projects at the country's key hydroelectric power stations in 2026.

The launch of the second unit at the Kambarata HPP-2 is planned, along with the start of reconstruction works at the Uch-Kurgan HPP. As part of the measures to enhance the reliability and efficiency of the hydropower sector, the Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan, together with JSC 'Electric Stations', is launching several significant projects in 2026.

The death of the accused Kumarbeka Abdyrova was commented on by the GSIN.

The State Penitentiary Service (GSIN) commented on the death of Kumarbek Abdyrov, who became known for his high-profile cases. According to the press service of the agency, 39-year-old Kumarbek Abdyrov, who was in pre-trial detention center No. 1, was found dead on February 7 around 12:30 PM. His body was discovered on the internal grate of his cell, and preliminary data suggests that he committed suicide using his pants.

The former tourist base in the city of Osh will be transferred to the city's administration and reconstructed.

The procedure for transferring the former tourist base to municipal ownership has started in the city of Osh. This was announced by Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev during a morning inspection. According to him, the current condition of the building leaves much to be desired, as it is in "terrible" condition. The mayor instructed the responsible services to prepare all necessary documents for transferring the facility to the city council's balance, and then to carry out major repairs.

Temperature Records. The coldest temperature on February 8 in Bishkek was in 1961.

On February 8, 1961, in Bishkek, then known as Frunze, a record low temperature of −22.6 degrees was registered. This data is provided by the resource "Weather and Climate". Throughout the history of observations, this day has become one of the coldest in the capital.

In Bishkek, precipitation is expected at the beginning of the week. Weather forecast for February 9-11

At the beginning of next week, precipitation is forecasted in Bishkek. On February 9 and 10, variable cloudiness is expected. At night, the temperature will be around zero, while during the day the air will warm up to +15 degrees.

Accused of Serial Rapes and Murders Kumarbek Abdyrov Hanged Himself, - GSIN

The press service of the State Penitentiary Service (GPS) shared details of the tragic incident involving Kumarbek Abdyrov, who was born in 1984 and was held in Pretrial Detention Center No. 1. His body was found on February 7 at around 12:30 on the internal grate of the cell door, where he used his pants to commit suicide.

Uzbekistan and the USA Strengthen Strategic Alliance in the Field of Scarce Resources

At the international summit held on February 4 in Washington under the auspices of the State Department, Uzbekistan and the USA signed a memorandum of understanding in the field of extraction and supply of critically important minerals. The document was signed by Bakhtiyor Saidov, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan, and Christopher Landau, the Deputy Secretary of State of the USA.

Week-24. Corruption at the Border, and When the Orozco Begins

The Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan has announced that in 2026, the month of Ramadan (Orozo ayi) will begin on February 19. This day has been designated as the first day of fasting. On the evening of February 18, the first Taraweeh prayer will take place in mosques across the country, marking the start of the holy month. A campaign has started in Kyrgyzstan for the submission of tax declarations based on the results of 2025. The process will occur in two stages: legal

Weather forecast for Mongolia for the next 5 days

// photo: ©Batzaya Choijiljav Weather conditions in Mongolia from February 9 to 13, 2026: From February 9 to 13, a variety of weather conditions are expected in Mongolia. In the mountainous areas of Khuvsgul and the foothills of the Altai, light snow is possible on February 9, while on February 12, snowfall may affect some western aimags. On other days, no snow is forecasted. The wind will blow at a speed of 3-8 meters per second, but on the 12th in the Altai Mountains, its speed may increase

How to Stay Active with a Sedentary Job? Recommendations

A sedentary lifestyle can negatively affect metabolism, increasing the risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and even cancer. This is warned by experts from the Republican Center for Health Promotion. Office workers are at risk. Therefore, for those who spend most of their time sitting, it is important not only to do morning exercises and engage in fitness in the evening but also to find opportunities for activity throughout the workday.

Mongolia's Foreign Currency Reserves Decreased to $6.7 Billion in January

According to the Central Bank of Mongolia, the country's reserves decreased by 3.82% compared to the previous month and by 3.82% since the beginning of the year. This information was stated in the institution's report. As noted by the regulator, in the long term, an increase in foreign reserves to $10 billion is expected.

Professional Lyceum No. 23 in Tokmok has not seen a major renovation since 1965, - deputy

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on February 5, Deputy Meder Sakkaraev made a statement regarding the condition of vocational school No. 23 in Tokmok. According to him, since its opening in 1965, no major repairs have been conducted here.

Scientists have determined the real size of Jupiter

New measurements have shown that Jupiter's equatorial radius is 71,488 km, which is 8 km less than previous estimates, while the polar radius is 69,886 km, which is 24 km less. These results differ from earlier calculations based on data collected by the American spacecraft Pioneer and Voyager, launched in the 1970s. The study also takes into account the influence of strong atmospheric winds on the planet, which was not considered in previous analyses.

In Osh, a kindergarten privatized by a former deputy is abandoned: It is intended to be returned to the state

In the city of Osh, it is planned to review the legality of the land plot that belongs to kindergarten No. 15 and is registered to former deputy Davran Sabirov. This was reported by the press service of the mayor's office. According to information provided by the mayor's office, Davran Sabirov illegally privatized this kindergarten, which is currently in a state of disrepair.