At the Asian Indoor Athletics Championships taking place in China, Kyrgyzstani athlete Nursultan Keneshbekov has made it to the finals. The competitions began on February 6.
The sketch, created by the great Italian master over 500 years ago, was presented at the "Old Masters Paintings" auction. Initially, Christie's experts expected the work to fetch up to two million dollars, but the final price turned out to be ten times higher than that estimate. According to the auction house, the drawing is a sketch of the foot of the Libyan Sybil—a pagan prophetess depicted by Michelangelo in the fresco of the Sistine Chapel.
Kumarbek Abdyrov became known after the brutal murder of 17-year-old Aysulu In the detention center, Kumarbek Abdyrov, suspected of committing a series of murders, including the brutal crime against 17-year-old Aysulu M., was found hanged. This information was provided by sources in law enforcement agencies, reports Vesti.kg. Preliminary data suggests that Abdyrov may have committed suicide. So far, the State Penitentiary Service (GPS) has not commented on the situation. Brief information:
Kumarbek Abdyrov, the suspect in the murder of 17-year-old Aysulu M. and several other women, was found dead in the pre-trial detention center No. 1. The State Penitentiary Service confirmed the information about his suicide. Abdyrov was detained in October of last year after the disappearance of the minor Aysulu, who was traveling from the village of Barskoon to the village of Jenish but never returned home. The investigation established that video footage shows her getting into a Honda
In the Panfilov district, issues of social reintegration for probation clients were discussed. According to a Turmush correspondent, the meeting focused on the increasing number of cases of domestic violence in the region.
On February 7, a dead Kumarbek Abdyrov, born in 1984, was found in the cell of SIZO-1. This information has been confirmed by the press service of the State Penitentiary Service (GSIN), reported the editorial office of "AKIpress Summary". The agency added: "Additional details will be provided later."
Heavy snowfall that began on January 20 has led to tragic consequences in Japan, claiming the lives of at least 45 people and leaving around 500 injured, according to information from the Japan Fire and Disaster Management Agency. The highest number of casualties has been reported in the northwestern part of Niigata Prefecture, where 17 people have died and more than 170 have been injured. The situation remains critical in cities such as Aomori and Wakkanai, where many vehicles have been
In the sky above "Luogan" Park, an amazing spectacle unfolded as 22,580 drones, prepared for the celebration of the Chinese New Year on February 17, synchronously created complex dynamic figures and symbols. These unmanned aerial vehicles, controlled from a single computer, demonstrated exceptional coordination, producing a spectacular light show. Such scale and technical perfection allowed the organizers to set a new achievement in the Guinness World Records.
Researchers from Lancaster University have conducted the first count of the amount of this pollutant that has accumulated on the planet. The analysis revealed that from 2000 to 2022, approximately 335,500 tons of trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) entered the atmosphere as a result of replacing HFCs and using anesthetic gases. An article published in the journal Geophysical Research Letters warns that the pollution problem has not yet peaked. Many substances that replace HFCs remain in the atmosphere
In Manas, a meeting took place where citizens affected by the activities of the company "Dastan Kurulush" discussed their problems. More than 100 people participated in the event. Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Major General of Police Erkebek Ashirkhodzhaev led the meeting. The head of the Jalal-Abad region's Department of Internal Affairs, Marlis Asanov, and other law enforcement officials also took part.
Athlete from Kyrgyzstan Nursultan Keneshbekov became a silver medalist at the Asian Indoor Athletics Championships held in China. The final in the men's 3000 meters took place on February 7.
The U.S. Department of Defense has decided to cease all forms of training, including internships and certification courses, at Harvard University. This was announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. According to American media, the new rule will take effect at the beginning of the 2026-2027 academic year. Those military personnel who are already in training will be able to complete their courses, but no new enrollments will be conducted.
The suspect in the murder of 17-year-old Aysulu M. and several other crimes was found hanged in a detention center. This was reported by sources from law enforcement agencies to the editorial office of Kaktus.media. Preliminary data suggests possible suicide. The press service of the State Penitentiary Service (GSIN) has not yet commented on this information.
According to the publication Marca, Messi, who is currently playing for "Inter Miami," does not intend to interfere in the upcoming presidential elections of "Barcelona," scheduled for March 15. He prefers to refrain from publicly supporting candidates, not wanting to get involved in the club's affairs. However, a return to "Barcelona" remains a relevant topic for him. As reported by Marca, Messi intends to start serious discussions on this matter only after
A meeting was held in Manas to discuss the issues caused by the activities of the construction company "Dastan Kurulush." Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Erkebek Ashirkhodzhaev met with citizens affected by its operations, as well as representatives of the company. More than a hundred people attended the meeting. The victims expressed their concerns regarding the completion of construction projects using the seized assets of the company and demanded compensation for material
Teachers of primary classes in Tyup were handed laptops. This news was reported by Seyitbek Abdildaev, head of the district education department. As part of the "Altyn Kazyq" program, the Ministry of Education allocated 282 laptops to support primary school teachers. This initiative aims to develop teachers' digital skills, implement advanced technologies in the educational process, and improve its quality. “In 2025, with the support of the president and the Ministry of
According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, the organizers of these schemes lure people in with promises of high and quick profits, using terms related to "investments," "partner programs," and "guaranteed income." The agency noted that payments to participants in the initial stages are financed by new investors. Typically, when the inflow of funds stops, such projects cease their activities, and
According to information provided by the press service of the ministry, the individual detained in the fraud case, I. R., has no connections to the system of professional lyceums in Kara-Balta. The department strongly recommends relying on official sources and verified data. Earlier, the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region reported the detention of a man in the Jayil district, who is suspected of fraud related to the issuance of driver's licenses. According to law
According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, from February 7 to 9, there is a high avalanche danger expected in the mountains of the country and on several roads. This is due to recent and upcoming precipitation, which may trigger snow avalanches and also lead to the formation of snow drifts and ice. The most vulnerable sections of the roads are: Bishkek – Osh (121–138 km, Too-Ashuu pass; 198–255 km, Ala-Bel pass and Chychkan gorge), Ala-Buka – Kanysh-Kiya (65–110 km), Krasnaya Gorka – Ak-Tash
The unique structure, over 500 meters long, 204 meters wide, and about 80 meters high, was carefully demolished after a series of controlled explosions. The video of the detonation process was published by the NL publication. Local residents dubbed this bridge the "lying Eiffel Tower" of Brandenburg, due to its resemblance to the famous Parisian landmark.
Snowfall is expected in Kyrgyzstan at night, while precipitation may be observed during the day in the Issyk-Kul and Naryn regions. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature at night will be -5 degrees, rising to +9 during the day.
On February 6, a serious incident occurred on the South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Bithumb: users were mistakenly credited with bitcoins totaling approximately $44 billion, according to reports from foreign news agencies. The error occurred during a promotional campaign, during which some customers received thousands of bitcoins in their accounts instead of the expected bonus of 2,000 Korean won. This mistake affected several hundred accounts.
- In the first month of 2026, sales of new passenger cars in Russia decreased by 16% compared to the same period last year, according to information provided by the Association of European Businesses [AEB]. The total market volume amounted to 75.6 thousand vehicles.
The Ministry of Finance announced the allocation of transfers amounting to 17.4 billion soms to local budgets for 2025. This information was presented in the report on the execution of the state budget for the period from January to December. Compared to 2024, the volume of transfers decreased by 19.1%, which is equivalent to a reduction of 4.1 billion soms.
During a joint visit to the ski resort "Karakol," President Japarov spoke to Changpeng Zhao about the potential development of the tourism industry in this region. He noted that the creation of ski clusters is an important strategic direction that can make the Issyk-Kul region one of the key centers of international tourism. In particular, he mentioned the ongoing construction of the "Ala-Too Resort" cluster. Sadyr Japarov demonstrated the tourism potential of Kyrgyzstan to
An unusual incident occurred on January 24 in Tongjiang County, located in Sichuan Province, when a local farmer decided to use a drone to transport pigs. However, during the first attempt, the cable holding one of the animals got tangled in a high-voltage power line, which caused the accident, according to information from the South China Morning Post. As a result of this incident, the village was left without electricity for nearly ten hours. To address the aftermath of the accident, the
Bishkek February 8, SundayDuring the night, the temperature will be -4...-6 °C, with snow expected. During the day, the temperature will rise to +7...+9 °C, with cloudy weather.
According to information from the Customs Service of the Republic of Korea, Kyrgyzstan's export supplies to this country amounted to $3.2 million in 2025. Compared to the previous year, exports decreased by 6.0%.
Today, Kazakhstan demonstrates not only stable economic results but also a purposeful approach to political modernization and active diplomacy on the international stage. Based on the latest statements from the country's president, Bakyt Zhumagulov, director of the Eurasian Strategic Research Center, presented his viewpoint specifically for Vesti.
The new development strategy of the country is based on economic diversification, political modernization, and respect for international law. Today, Kazakhstan represents a unique example in the post-Soviet space, demonstrating the synergy of sustainable economic growth, consistent political modernization, and pragmatic foreign policy. These are not random steps, but a clearly structured strategy aimed at creating a new model of state development.
In Ufa, an incident occurred when a 15-year-old teenager armed with a knife invaded a medical university dormitory, resulting in several students being injured. Information about the incident was disseminated by Russian news outlets. According to the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation, the attacker entered the building and assaulted the students living there. The injured were immediately taken to hospitals for medical assistance.
In the territory of Kazakhstan, except for the west, east, and southeast, no precipitation is expected. In these regions, rain and snow may occur due to passing atmospheric fronts. Wind intensification, local snowstorms, and fog are also expected across the country.
During the negotiations held on February 6 between high-profile delegates from the US and Iran, Tehran reaffirmed its position by refusing to halt the process of enriching nuclear fuel. This information appeared in an article in The Wall Street Journal. Despite the disagreements, both sides expressed their willingness to continue diplomatic efforts aimed at finding ways to reduce military tensions emanating from Washington.
A group of scientists from the Medical Research Center of Xi'an Jiaotong University conducted a study assessing the impact of a high-salt diet on the interaction between the gut and the brain—a system responsible for the exchange of biochemical signals between the digestive and central nervous systems. In the experiment, six-month-old male mice were divided into two groups: one group was fed a regular diet, while the other received a diet containing 8% sodium chloride. After six months,
According to information provided by the press service of the Oktyabrsky District Department of Internal Affairs, law enforcement officers have detained a suspect in fraudulent activities. This became known from a statement submitted by J. J. In his appeal, he indicated that on January 12, H. A., having gained his trust, deceitfully extorted 110,000 soms from him, promising to organize a pilgrimage to Mecca. After receiving the funds, the perpetrator allegedly disappeared and did not fulfill
- According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Transport, in 2025, a total of 300 million 266 thousand 484 soms was collected at the border crossing points "Sosnovka" and "Kara-Kul," which is 35.48% higher than the same indicator from the previous year. The reasons for the increase in revenue are the improvement of the system and enhanced control measures. Currently, 98% of all transactions are conducted cashless, which has significantly reduced the
On February 6, a solemn opening ceremony of the Winter Olympic Games took place at the San Siro Stadium in Milan. Kyrgyzstan will be represented by two athletes at these competitions: Timur Shakirov and Artur Saparbekov. The full schedule of their performances is available at the following link.
According to information from the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the capital, inspections of nightclubs and popular youth hangouts are being conducted in Bishkek as part of the operation "Synthetic and Den." The events are organized by the Drug Control Service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek and involve the participation of narcotics control officers, special forces fighters, as well as service dogs from the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic.
- The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic imposed a fine of 55,000 soms on a currency exchange office located in the Jalal-Abad region for non-compliance with legislative norms and internal regulations. This was reported by the regulator itself. Violations were identified during inspections; however, specific details and the name of the exchange point were not disclosed.
The Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, approved resolution No. 23 regarding the renaming of a number of institutions and departments that were previously under the Ministry of Education and Science. This decision was made as part of organizational measures related to the reform of executive bodies in the field of education.
The Ministry of Transport and Communications plans to implement several road initiatives in 2026, as reported by the press service of the ministry. Among the projects scheduled for next year:
A man was detained in the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region on suspicion of fraud, the amount of which totaled 38,500 soms. According to local police, on January 30 of this year, a 23-year-old named K. D. approached the police station. He reported that an unfamiliar person, having gained his trust from December 2025, deceitfully took his money.
Currently, the possibility of introducing a universal allowance for all children under the age of three is being discussed. This was announced by Edil Baysalov, Deputy Prime Minister, during a meeting of the Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration board. According to the ministry's press service, Edil Baysalov emphasized that special attention will be given to the social protection of women with children, people with disabilities, as well as families in difficult situations,
Pete Hegseth According to Hegseth, the Pentagon will no longer send service members for training at Harvard starting with the 2026-2027 academic year. This applies to postgraduate professional military education programs, scholarships, and certificates. However, those service members who are already studying will be able to complete their courses. “For a long time, we sent our best officers to Harvard in the hope that the university would better understand and appreciate our contingent, but
Photo by the press service of the president During his working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, President Sadyr Japarov introduced the founder of Binance, Changpeng Zhao, to the tourist opportunities of Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the president's press service. They jointly inspected the infrastructure of the Karakol ski base, where Japarov emphasized the tourist prospects of the region.
- Perizat Turdukhozhayeva, the chief specialist of the trade policy and WTO department of the Trade Policy Administration of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, spoke in an interview with the radio about the current efforts to form trade agreements and the key stages necessary for their implementation. According to her, the work encompasses both bilateral and multilateral agreements within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union, aimed at promoting exports.
In light of the worsening weather conditions, the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan urges citizens to be cautious, closely monitor storm warnings, and avoid long trips in challenging climatic conditions. Residents of rural areas are strongly advised to refrain from prolonged outdoor walks in adverse weather.
Gulnara Akimbaeva, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, has proposed amendments to the Labor Code of Kyrgyzstan. This draft law is already available for discussion on the official website of the parliament. According to the proposal, a provision will be added to the code stating that "the indexing of employees' wages will be carried out in connection with the increase in consumer prices for goods and services, which will ensure the growth of their real income levels."