In Karakol, a fire occurred on the premises of one of the largest hotels, resulting in the burning of a yurt. The moment of the incident was captured on video and became widely discussed on social media. This incident was confirmed by representatives of the regional emergency service.
A new master plan for Bishkek is currently in the approval stage. The main provisions of the document are likely to remain unchanged, although adjustments may be made after public discussions. Capital Development PlanThe master plan emphasizes multi-story housing, which will account for over 60% of all new construction. High-rise buildings, defined as those with nine stories or more, will make up nearly half of this volume, while mid-rise buildings will constitute about 11%. The share of
As a result of what happened, interest in this model of the tracksuit sharply increased, and within two days the request metrics reached a peak, with some of them receiving a score of 100 on the popularity index. Some sizes of this model, including 3XL, in which Maduro was captured, are already unavailable on the official Nike website — it sold out in just an hour. The cost of the complete set (hoodie and pants) is $270: $145 for the hoodie and $125 for the joggers.
The protests that began in late December have spread to at least 88 cities, corresponding to 27 out of 31 provinces of Iran. According to human rights activists, in some cases, security forces used force, especially in smaller settlements. The escalation of violence has provoked new protests in major cities, including Tehran and Mashhad, where students from at least 17 universities joined the demonstrations. In response, security forces began conducting raids on educational institutions. These
Anthony Joshua, the renowned British boxer and former two-time world heavyweight champion, made a public statement following a tragic road traffic accident in Nigeria that occurred on December 29, 2025. As a result of this incident, two of his close friends – Sina Gami and Latif Ayodele – lost their lives.
The President announced information about housing prices in the market At the IV People's Kurultai held in Bishkek at the end of 2025, delegates discussed the issue of housing costs being built by the State Mortgage Company (GIK). At that time, President Sadyr Japarov commented on this matter.
In Kyrgyzstan, screening health examinations for children are beginning, aimed at detecting the level of lead in the body. These activities will cover both regions with high and low levels of pollution. This initiative is part of an action plan approved by the Cabinet of Ministers, within the framework of the National Development Program, which is in effect until 2030. The examinations are planned to be conducted among preschool children and elementary school students from the fourth quarter of
Many parents still believe that treating milk teeth is unnecessary since they will fall out anyway. However, this opinion can lead to numerous problems, including bite disorders, premature tooth loss, and the need to treat permanent teeth at a younger age. According to studies conducted by the Ministry of Health, the prevalence of caries among children aged 2 to 18 years was examined. The data shows that caries is observed in 79-100% of children aged 2 to 6 years, and by the age of 18, its
In the city of Osh, the opening of the bridge on J. Shamsiyev Street and the completion of the asphalting of Street No. 151 took place. According to information from a Turmush correspondent, Street No. 151 falls under the municipal territorial administration "Jibek-Jolu." The opening ceremony was attended by representatives of the local administration, the MTU, and residents of the city.
On January 6, the Internal Affairs Department of the Sverdlovsk District informed the editorial office of "AKIpress Digest" about the initiation of a criminal case regarding the abuse of young people that took place in a private house in the village of Alamedin. The incident became known after a video was published on social media. These actions are classified under Article 280 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, concerning hooliganism.
- This year, the ministry developed master plans for 142 settlements, which is an increase of 8.3% compared to 2024, when 131 plans were created. Over the past year, numerous licenses and certificates were issued, including:
He urged citizens not to pressure inspection staff The head of the municipal inspection, Myrlan Taalaibekov (Tsarikaev), shared on social media about the situation where his staff faces intimidation and calls to "high-ranking" individuals. According to him, such actions undermine trust in the inspection and demoralize those who honestly fulfill their duties.
The Trump administration views Greenland in the context of ensuring U.S. security. In an interview with CNN, Deputy White House Chief of Staff Stephen Miller stated that to protect NATO interests in the Arctic, the island should become part of the United States. According to Miller, the status of the U.S. as a "superpower" calls into question the legality of Denmark's claims to Greenland. He expressed bewilderment regarding the grounds on which Denmark asserts its rights to the
In his address, the president emphasized the significance of the return of national symbols, including the anthem and flag, to international sporting events.
On January 6, a telephone conversation took place between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, and his Belarusian counterpart, Maxim Ryzhenkov, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the dialogue, the ministers discussed important issues concerning Kyrgyz-Belarusian relations. In particular, they reviewed upcoming visits at the highest and high levels, as well as the schedule of contacts between the
At the tournament in Alexander Palace, 18-year-old Luke Littler defended his title as world darts champion, becoming a two-time holder of this title. He has joined an exclusive club that includes legends such as Phil Taylor, Adrian Lewis, and Gary Anderson, who have also won the championship two years in a row.
According to data from the National Statistical Committee, in the first ten months of 2025, nut imports from China decreased by 25%. From January to October, Kyrgyzstan imported 23,200 tons of nuts from China, costing $24 million. This is significantly less compared to the same period last year, when the import volume was 30,900 tons worth $27.3 million. In addition to China, nuts also come to Kyrgyzstan from other countries. The table below presents data on nut supplies for January-October
Police officers in Bishkek arrested a man suspected of stealing cash and jewelry from a private home. This information was provided by the press service of the Interior Ministry of the Pervomaisky District on January 6. A citizen, K.G., filed a complaint with law enforcement on October 15, 2025. According to her, on that day, a stranger named "T." broke into her house on Koenkozov Street and secretly stole 1,000 US dollars, as well as a Cartier gold bracelet with six diamonds of 750
According to data from The Guardian, the restrictions apply to 13 categories of products that contain high levels of sugar, fat, and salt. These include sugary drinks, chips, salted crackers, sweet yogurts, sugary cereals, popcorn, chocolate, chewing gum, ice cream, confectionery, pizza, and frozen meals. Statistics from the authorities indicate that 22.1% of children in the UK are overweight or obese by the time they enter primary school, and this figure rises to 35.8% by the end of their
According to IQAir data, on January 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM, the air pollution level in Bishkek is recorded at 175 AQI. This figure indicates an unhealthy atmosphere.
In his recent interview with CNN, Hinton emphasized that AI has already reached a stage where systems can perform not just "minute tasks," but entire projects that require hours of work. He warned that if this trend continues, fewer employees will be needed to implement complex programs. According to the expert, the current stage of artificial intelligence development can be compared to the industrial revolution, during which physical labor became less in demand. This time,
Interview of Asel Sherniyazova with Kate Winslet. The film Goodbye, June marks Kate Winslet's first experience as a director. The premiere took place on December 12 in limited release, and on December 24, it became available on Netflix for audiences worldwide.
According to the results of the study, women working in rural areas spend an average of 6.5 hours a day on household chores, while urban women dedicate about 5 hours to this. The National Statistical Committee provided these figures based on a sample survey of time budgets. Every day, women spend approximately 4 hours and 40 minutes on household tasks, which accounts for more than 19.4% of the total hours in a day. At the same time, men spend only 3.8% or less than one hour on this. In rural
Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on January 7. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, no precipitation is expected in the country. Snow drifts and ice are possible in mountainous and foothill areas. Fog is forecasted in some regions at night. The wind will blow from the southeast at a speed of 5-10 m/s.
The national team of Kyrgyzstan in hockey has announced the organization of master classes for children in the parks of Bishkek. This information was provided by the event organizers. Photo from the archive. The national team of Kyrgyzstan in hockey will conduct master classes for children in the parks of Bishkek
html A cultural evening titled "Let's Sing Together" took place in Batken, organized to make the New Year holidays more vibrant. According to representatives of the city administration, the event was held in the central square, where a New Year tree was set up and a cozy public space was created for the residents.
Based on information from IQAir, the air quality index in Bishkek on January 6, 2026, at 11:00 is 170 AQI. This level is considered unhealthy.
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has initiated a public discussion on a new project concerning the approval of rules intended for the submission of copies of rulings on administrative offenses recorded using automated photo and video recording cameras. According to the proposed document, it pertains to violations identified using certified technical means operating in automatic mode. Copies of rulings, as well as accompanying documents, are planned to be sent in electronic format
In 2025, courts in Russia set a new record for the number of life sentences imposed. From January to November of last year, 100 people were sentenced to this harsh punishment, according to human rights activists. Experts point out that the increase in the number of life sentences is related to the expansion of the list of crimes for which such a punishment can be imposed.
The First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Zhanibek Kerimaliev, noted in an interview on the radio that the development of breeding livestock and seed production is a crucial condition for the sustainable progress of the agricultural sector in Kyrgyzstan. He reported that the ministry has issued a special order aimed at effectively increasing the population of breeding livestock, taking into account the climatic conditions of various regions. This
Zhiparkul Bayseitova, a resident of Balikchy, shared her story about how she lived in dangerous conditions for a long time and how her life has drastically changed. “For 35 years, I lived in a barrack that was only two meters away from the railway. This house was very old and could collapse at any moment. Six families lived in this barrack. Last year, railway workers came and demanded that we vacate our home, stating that it was on their territory. We were scared that we would be left without
According to data from the National Statistical Committee, in 2025, the price of AI-92 gasoline increased by 11.4 soms, which is a 17.5% rise. If in December 2024 the average cost of this fuel was 65.07 soms, by December 2025 it had risen to 76.46 soms. The largest price increase occurred in the fall, when the cost of gasoline exceeded 70 soms; however, this type of fuel still remains the most affordable in the country. AI-95 gasoline also became more expensive, with its price increasing by
Last year, 63 new facilities were successfully put into operation in the agro-industrial complex of Kyrgyzstan. Among them are trade and logistics centers and enterprises engaged in the processing of grains, vegetables, fruits, meat, milk, and wool, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. These projects contributed to the creation of 2,707 jobs in the regions and strengthened the country's production capacities. As of
- The Ministry of Construction has announced the launch of a unified design passport system for all construction sites across the country. This initiative aims to simplify the registration and monitoring of construction projects according to uniform standards, significantly reducing the number of arising questions. The passports now serve as official confirmation of the legality and quality of the buildings under construction.
In Osh, starting from February 2025, questions arose regarding the fate of the wood and the income from its sale due to the cutting down of hundreds of trees under the pretext of losing their biofunctional properties. The head of the Landscaping and Improvement Plant, Azamat Sovetbekov, noted that it was agreed with the city council to cut down 1,430 trees on Kurmanjan-Datka Street. Preparatory work began at the end of 2024, and the actual cutting started in early 2025. Independent experts were
In 2025, the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic presented two significant musicals — "Raymaly and Begimai" and "Jamilya." A budget of 10 million soms was allocated for the creation of the first one, and its commercial success amounted to about 30 million soms. This was reported by the Minister of Culture, Mirbek Mambetaliyev, in an interview with AKIpress. “We held 15 performances of the musical ‘Raymaly and Begimai’ in Bishkek, all of which had full houses. Recently,
In Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan, law enforcement agencies detained three men suspected of selling drugs through a Telegram bot. To ensure anonymity, they accepted payments exclusively in cryptocurrency, reports the publication "Kursiv." A special operation was conducted in the Yunusabad district of the city. At the time of the arrest, the criminals were processing orders and managing the channel. The total volume of their activities amounted to about $2.3 million.
“In 10 years, the number of schoolchildren has increased by almost 500 thousand” During the IV People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov answered questions from delegates regarding the shortage of school places and the transition to a 12-year education system. He noted that the increase in the number of students is related to the country's demographic growth and internal migration.
The final roster of the Kyrgyzstan national football team for participation in the U-23 Asian Cup, which will take place in Saudi Arabia, has been determined. 23 players have been included in the team to represent the country in the tournament.
The Football Association of Maldives (FAM) has officially confirmed that Istvan Urbanyi, a Hungarian coach, will once again take the position of head coach of the national team. In addition to this role, he will also serve as the technical director, which entails responsibility for the development of football infrastructure in the country.
Sergey Lebedev, the Secretary General of the CIS, shared with the public information that in 2026, a milestone year for the Commonwealth, the priority will be the further development of multilateral cooperation among the member states. Photo from the archive. Secretary General of the CIS Sergey Lebedev
A draft law concerning amendments to the Law "On Conflict of Interest" has been submitted to the Jogorku Kenesh. This document is intended to clarify and expand important provisions aimed at preventing and resolving conflicts of interest among state and municipal officials.
- According to the State Agency for Land Resources, from January to November 2025, average housing prices in Kyrgyzstan significantly exceeded inflation. The most noticeable price increase is observed in Bishkek and Osh.
As a result of the activities of the agro-industrial complex, 63 new facilities began operating in the country in 2025, covering the processing of agricultural products and the development of logistics centers. These facilities include trade and logistics centers as well as enterprises engaged in the processing of grain, vegetables, and fruits, as well as the production of dairy products, meat, fish, wool, and vegetable oil. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of
The Government of Kyrgyzstan has proposed for public discussion a project concerning the reorganization of several institutions operating in the social sphere. According to the presented document, it is planned to merge the Republican Institution for Prosthetic and Orthopedic Products under the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration with the Rehabilitation Center for Persons with Disabilities. After the merger process is completed, the new institution will be named the Republican
- On December 10, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers signed order No. 1089-t, which amends the previous order from April 23, 2024, No. 184-r. As a result of this amendment, the deadline for the implementation of activities was extended from "2024–2025" to "2024–2027." The titles of the items in the action plan were also updated. Updated key deadlines include:
The final squad of the Kyrgyzstan national football team (U-23) for the Asian Youth Cup, which will take place in Saudi Arabia, has been announced. The final list includes 23 players.
In a secret report presented to U.S. President Donald Trump, the CIA claims that high-profile supporters of Nicolás Maduro, including Vice President Delcy Rodríguez, are best positioned to ensure stability in Venezuela if Maduro loses power. This was reported by Reuters, citing sources familiar with the contents of the document. Anonymous sources confirmed information previously published in The Wall Street Journal regarding this secret report.
