Today, January 5, a press conference was held in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia), where the head coaches and captains of the teams in Group A shared their thoughts on the upcoming matches of the AFC U-23 Asian Cup. From Kyrgyzstan, head coach Edmar Lacerda and team captain Said Datsiev spoke at the event.
Donald Trump refused to support Maria Corina Machado, the leader of the Venezuelan opposition, due to her decision not to decline the Nobel Peace Prize. This was reported by the publication "Meduza," citing The Washington Post. According to a source close to the newspaper, despite the fact that Machado dedicated her award to Trump, her decision to accept the prize became "the greatest sin." "If she had refused and said, 'I cannot accept it because it belongs to
The Russian authorities intend to develop an initiative that will introduce a mandatory pre-trial procedure for resolving family conflicts using mediation. This was reported by TASS. According to the publication, the government has already approved a plan aimed at implementing policies in the field of family and demographics.
- On December 31, 2025, the President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, sent an official address to the leaders of the countries participating in the Eurasian Economic Union, announcing the start of Kazakhstan's chairmanship from January 1, 2026. In his address, Tokayev noted:
On January 5, ten people were found guilty in a Paris court of cyberbullying and spreading false information about France's First Lady Brigitte Macron, claiming that she was allegedly born a man. Among them, eight men and two women received a sentence of eight months in prison, suspended. This was reported by Reuters. The convicted individuals were accused of sexist and transphobic attacks based on a series of publications and videos that asserted Brigitte Macron is a "man" and
The panel of the Issyk-Kul Regional Court rejected the appeal of J. K., who, along with his classmate K. M., is accused of murdering a taxi driver in Balakchy in July 2025. The initial court decision was reviewed on December 11, 2025, but the sentence remained the same: J. K. was sentenced to 20 years in prison. The information regarding the case was taken from the State Register of Judicial Acts.
In the agricultural sector of Kyrgyzstan, issues related to irrigation occupy a central place in the development process. This was reported by the First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Zhanibek Kerimaliev, in an interview on the radio. In his opinion, water plays a critical role not only in agriculture but also in other areas; however, in agricultural production, it is as significant as climatic conditions. In this regard, a program has been developed
A new structure is functioning in the city hall of Osh. On December 23, 2025, during a session of the Osh City Council, the deputies approved the establishment of a new institution called the "Financial Management of the City Hall of Osh."
A press conference was held in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) dedicated to the upcoming matches of Group A of the Asian Football Cup (U-23), attended by coaches and team captains. Representing the Kyrgyz national team at the meeting were head coach Edmar Lacerda and team captain Said Datsiev.
The patrol police service is conducting a series of activities aimed at increasing road safety in the capital and ensuring compliance with traffic rules. In this regard, they strongly urge pedestrians to follow the established requirements. UPS recommends: "Before crossing the road at a pedestrian crossing, take a moment to inspect the road, monitor traffic from both sides, remove headphones, turn off mobile phones, and only after you are sure it is safe, begin to cross."
The Vice Mayor of Bishkek, Azamat Kadyrov, announced on December 26 that a public building with necessary functions is planned to be constructed on the site of the former House of Government. This statement was made at an extraordinary meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues of industrial policy, transport, the fuel and energy complex, architecture, and construction. During this meeting, information was also presented about the general plan for the city of
At the IV People's Kurultai, delegates drew attention to the problem of the shortage of schools and the availability of housing offered by the State Mortgage Company. In response to these pressing issues, President Sadyr Japarov provided detailed explanations, noting that the problem with educational institutions existed long before the transition to the 12-year education system.
Turmush — Maral Toktonalieva, a 40-year-old resident of Talas, is actively promoting Kyrgyz culture by creating unique outfits. “I am a designer by profession, but this activity is not just work for me; it is a true struggle. Despite all the obstacles, I continue to follow my path. Creating national clothing has become my destiny and mission. I strive to combine the rich cultural heritage of the Kyrgyz people with modern trends to highlight the inner beauty, tenderness, and strength of every
The youth football team of Kyrgyzstan (U-23) is preparing for its performance at the Asian Cup, which is taking place in Saudi Arabia. The first match of the tournament will be held on January 6, when the Kyrgyz athletes will face the team of Saudi Arabia. The start of the match is scheduled for 22:00 Bishkek time.
Social media users have noticed that at the bird market in the city of Osh, the process of slaughtering and processing poultry takes place in extremely dirty conditions, surrounded by garbage. In one of the published videos, it can be seen how chickens and turkeys are slaughtered and processed right in front of a waste dump, and burning clothing is used to start the fire, which negatively impacts the environment.
On his social media pages, Aibek Biibosunov announced that a documentary film titled "President," dedicated to the head of Kyrgyzstan — Sadyr Japarov, will premiere soon. According to Biibosunov, in the film, the president discusses the most significant political events of the last four to five years in detail and shares previously undisclosed information. "In this project, the chairman of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, was also quite candid,"
- In the first ten months of 2025, Kyrgyzstan increased imports of sewing machines from Thailand by 54%. This information was provided by the National Statistical Committee. According to data from this agency, from January to October 2025, the republic imported 35,800 sewing machines worth a total of $2.9 million. This is significantly more compared to the same period in 2024, when 23,300 units were imported for $1.9 million.
According to data presented by the National Statistics Committee, from the beginning of January to the end of November 2025, there were 1,446 crimes affecting older citizens registered. Of the total number of cases, 38.9% were fraudulent actions, 30.2% were thefts, 4.4% were related to violations of traffic rules and vehicle operation, 4.1% were cases of cattle theft, and 2.9% were acts of hooliganism.
According to the Kazinform agency, 2025 was the warmest year in China since meteorological observations began in 1961. On average, the air temperature in the country reached 11 degrees Celsius. According to information from Xinhua, from June to August, the average temperature across the country was 22.3 degrees, which is 1.1 degrees above the usual seasonal figures. Thus, the summer of 2025 became the hottest alongside the summer of 2024 since observations began.
The winter tourist festival "Karakol Winter Fair 2026" has started in Karakol, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The fair is taking place at the bus station and has attracted both locals and tourists.
Every year, around 7 billion male chicks are destroyed worldwide, which corresponds to the planet's population. According to the latest data, by 2015 this number was 7 billion and is likely higher now.
In an interview with the Turkistan newspaper, he noted: “It’s too early to talk about this; several years of hard work lie ahead,” commenting on issues related to the transit of power. Tokayev also dismissed rumors that the upcoming parliamentary reform is supposedly intended to make the position of the speaker of parliament key in the governance system, and that he himself is preparing this position for himself.
Deputy of the Oliy Majlis Alisher Kadyrov addressed those who are in Russia with a strong recommendation to leave the country and return home. Photo from the archive. Deputy of the Oliy Majlis Alisher Kadyrov
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic strongly recommends that parents and guardians pay attention to the safety of their children. During the holidays, schoolchildren spend significantly more time outdoors and with friends, so parents should inquire about where their children are, who they are with, and must explain the rules of safe behavior in public places and in the yard.
The research team is studying the potential consequences. Recent observations by scientists have recorded the beginning of the movement of the Thwaites Glacier in Antarctica. This glacier, known as the "Doomsday Glacier," represents one of the most dangerous natural structures for the world's oceans. This information is reported by "Radio 1."
The case of the dismissal of an employee from the municipal inspection of Bishkek resulted from a serious violation of professional ethics. At a meeting, the head of the inspection, Mirlan Taalaibekov, stated: “Due to the resulting resonance, we are forced to relieve you of your position. Your actions undermine the authority of the entire service.”
During the first ten months of 2025, Kyrgyzstan significantly increased its imports of razors and blades from Vietnam, as confirmed by information from the National Statistical Committee. During this period, the republic purchased 19.9 million pieces of razors and blades, totaling 625 thousand dollars. This is a 64% increase compared to the same time in 2024, when the import volume was 12.1 million pieces worth 267 thousand dollars. In addition to Vietnam, Kyrgyzstan also imports razors and
Illustrative photo President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev spoke to a Turkistan journalist about his health, noting that he regularly practices yoga and plays table tennis, which positively affects his well-being. Tokayev also mentioned that his health is fine and his blood pressure remains normal.
The service responsible for regulating the financial market in the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic is actively fighting against illegal lotteries that are appearing on the internet and social media. According to the agency, some online raffles conducted without the necessary licenses may mislead people by offering enticing prizes such as cars and cash rewards. "These actions violate the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic and may threaten the financial security of
As a result of recent monitoring conducted using camera traps and specialized equipment, a stable increase in the population of wild animals has been recorded in the State Nature Park "Khan-Teniri". According to reports from the Ministry of Natural Resources, particular attention is drawn to the increase in the population of the brown bear, which is listed in the Red Book of Kyrgyzstan. Local brown bears are also known as Tian Shan white-clawed bears, highlighting their uniqueness
Larisa Dolina must vacate the apartment owned by Polina Lurye by January 9. This was reported by the buyer's lawyer, Svetlana Sviridenko. The information was published by RIA "Novosti". Earlier, the singer's lawyer, Maria Pukhova, claimed that Dolina would vacate the premises by January 5.
In the Jeti-Oguz district, in the village of Kyzyl-Suu, a charity event was held, initiated by the local youth. The organization of the event took place with the support of Imam Maxat Azhy Baytikov. A group of young people born in 2003 gathered and delivered assistance to families in difficult situations. As part of the event, food supplies were distributed, including flour, meat, coal, and other essential items.
The new authorities intend to focus efforts on oil production After the overthrow of Nicolás Maduro, Marco Rubio, who heads the U.S. State Department, will play a key role in managing Venezuela. This was reported by Bloomberg on Sunday, January 4, citing unnamed sources in the U.S. government. Rubio, an American of Cuban descent, was born in Miami to immigrant parents from Cuba, as stated in DW materials.
The Prime Minister emphasized that threats against Greenland must be stopped. According to her, "talking about the United States seizing Greenland is absolutely inappropriate." Frederiksen noted that the U.S. has no right to annex any of the countries that are part of the Kingdom of Denmark. She also added that Greenland and its people have clearly expressed their position that they are not for sale, and called on Washington to cease such threats directed against "a historically
On board his presidential plane, Donald Trump expressed doubts about reports that Ukrainian drones attacked Vladimir Putin's residence in Valdai. A video of his communication with the press was published by the White House press service. According to Trump, he does not believe that such an incident took place. "Something happened nearby, but it has nothing to do with an attack," he stated.
The past year was significant for Bishkek: large-scale road repairs, the construction of new facilities, and numerous scandals became an integral part of city life, affecting the interests of thousands of residents. In this material, we summarize the key events that took place in Bishkek in 2025:
The Kyrgyzstan national football team (U-23) will begin its participation in the Asian Youth Cup on January 6. The tournament will take place in Saudi Arabia, featuring 16 teams.
What was 2025 like for healthcare in Kyrgyzstan? What achievements were formalized, what tasks were completed, and what stood out the most? Let's recall the key events. Not New VirusesAt the beginning of the year, cases of metapneumovirus infection were reported in Kyrgyzstan, causing concern among the population. However, medical professionals reassured the public, stating that this is not a new virus but part of a group of acute respiratory viruses (ARVI), with only about 250 cases
In an interview with the state information agency "Kabar," Sadyr Japarov discussed measures to address the shortage of educational institutions. This issue was raised at a recent kurultai. The president also explained aspects of the 12-year educational system and population growth.
In Bishkek, the status of 52 objects of historical and cultural heritage was revoked, and Deputy Gulya Kozhokulova asked the city's Vice Mayor Azamat Kadyrzhanov who would be held responsible for this. According to the Vice Mayor, all objects underwent the necessary procedures. In some cases, these are buildings that are in emergency condition or unsuitable for use. There are also objects that cannot be restored. The city administration is taking measures to restore those historical
The Board of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has approved a new regulation establishing strict minimum requirements for internal control in exchange offices. This step is aimed at combating the legalization of criminal proceeds and financing of illegal activities, as well as adjusting the operating rules of exchange offices in accordance with updated legislation and international standards. The document stipulates that the state will enhance control over cash flows in exchange points
Summarizing the sports year is always an interesting process, and choosing the best athlete is one of the simplest ways to do it. This is exactly what we will do today. In December, the State Sports Agency already held an award ceremony for its candidates, but there were too many winners divided by sport and gender. We will try to highlight one based on our opinion.
The tender was published on the government procurement portal, where it is stated that the method of request for quotations with established qualification requirements is applied for participation. The total amount of the contract is 4,060,189 soms. Applications will be accepted until 17:59 on January 16, 2026.
The Prime Minister's reaction was triggered by a recent interview with Trump in The Atlantic, where he once again emphasized the need for control over Greenland. “We definitely need Greenland for defensive purposes,” he stated. At the same time, he said, “other countries should decide for themselves how military actions in Venezuela affect the situation with Greenland.” Trump also described Greenland as a territory under pressure from Russia and China, pointing out that the island is
As we age, bones lose density and become vulnerable. Mesenchymal stem cells play an important role in this process, as they can differentiate into both bone tissue and fat cells. A lack of physical activity leads these cells to more frequently turn into fat cells, which, in turn, contributes to the weakening and degradation of bones. In experiments on mice and using human stem cells, researchers found that the protein Piezo1, located on the surface of mesenchymal stem cells, responds to
President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev recently shared his thoughts in an interview with the Turkistan newspaper about the meeting between the first president Nursultan Nazarbayev and Vladimir Putin, which took place in the Kremlin just before the New Year. During the conversation, the journalist noted that there are many rumors surrounding this meeting, including versions about a possible power transition in Kazakhstan in 2029, where Nazarbayev allegedly intends to play a significant
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the President of Kazakhstan, recently touched upon various topics in an interview with the Turkistan newspaper, including health and physical activity. He noted that he engages in sports and maintains good physical shape. The President of Kazakhstan spoke about his yoga and table tennis activities
The highway will replace the railway
