On January 18, the World Championship in hockey among third division teams (Group B) started in Bishkek, featuring players no older than 20 years. Six teams are competing for the sole ticket to Group A of the third division, playing in a round-robin tournament.
- Almaz Davletovich Davletov has been appointed as the Deputy Director of the Department of Sanitary, Phytosanitary, and Veterinary Measures of the EEC. In his professional activities, Almaz Davletov has been involved in regulatory and expert support for food enterprises, focusing on issues related to food safety and compliance with legislation.
The U-20 World Hockey Championship started in Bishkek on January 18. This was announced by the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of Kyrgyzstan. High-ranking officials attended the opening of the event, including the Deputy Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan Edil Baisalov, the Director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports Kazybek Moldazhiyev, the Mayor of Bishkek Aibek Junushaliev, the Chairman of the National Olympic Committee Umbetaly Kydyraliev, a member of the
The video recording of violence has gone viral on social media A recording depicting the brutal treatment of a child appeared on social media under the headline "Not for the faint-hearted".
President Trump is confidently advancing his intentions regarding Greenland. Dirk Emmerich emphasizes in his column that this creates serious problems for European countries. At the beginning of 2026, Europe faced numerous challenges, including the situations in Venezuela and Iran. Trump seems determined to address all issues according to the American strategy, making the concept of America First more rigid—America Only. He even stated, "Let's see what happens, and if it leads to the
A man who fell into the frozen Ala-Archa River has been rescued in Bishkek. According to information provided by the Internal Affairs Department of the Oktobrskiy District, a signal about the incident was received on January 18, 2026, at 10:56 AM. The person fell into the river at the intersection of Maldybaev and Akhunbaev streets.
An investigation has been initiated in Talas regarding the case of an uncle and his minor niece, reports the press service of the Talas region's Internal Affairs Directorate. On January 15, 2026, a statement was received at the Talas district police department from a local resident, R.O., born in 1958.
Dmitry Kirillov clarified the details regarding one of the most anticipated boxing matches — the third meeting between Bivol and Beterbiev. In a conversation with the publication Betonmobile, the trainer stated that the fight will take place, but specified that it will not happen immediately after the bout with Aifert: “The third fight between Dima and Arthur is planned, but not before the fight with Aifert. Although, perhaps, everything will change.”
Next week, Bishkek is expected to experience frosty weather with snowfall. Nighttime temperatures may drop to −14 degrees. Forecasters have presented a forecast indicating that the weather conditions will be as follows:
On the morning of January 19, the exchange rates at the Moskovsky Soviet look as follows:
On January 14, 2026, the Board of the National Bank made a decision to issue a license to the Closed Joint-Stock Company "Alma Finance Bank" for conducting banking operations in both national and foreign currencies, reports the National Bank. We remind you that a new commercial bank "Berekett Bank" was previously launched in Kyrgyzstan, which has already become the 22nd bank in the country.
Now, employment records can be either paper or electronic. According to information provided by the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration, the previous rules for оформлении трудовых книжек in Kyrgyzstan are no longer in effect.
The Kyrgyzstan futsal team was unable to secure a victory in the match against Saudi Arabia, according to information from the Futsal Association of the Kyrgyz Republic. The second friendly match during the training camp took place on January 18 in Jakarta, Indonesia.
A tragedy occurred in southern Spain: two high-speed trains derailed, resulting in the loss of more than 20 lives, reports RTVE.
On January 16, a memorial evening was held in Bishkek dedicated to the 90th anniversary of the people's writer of Kyrgyzstan, Beksultan Zhakiev, who is also a Hero of the Kyrgyz Republic and a laureate of the Toktogul State Prize. The writer was awarded the Order of "Manas" III degree and the "Dank" medal. As reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the solemn event began with the laying of flowers at the monument of Beksultan Zhakiev at the Ala-Archa
Almaz Abdekirov has been appointed as the Deputy Director of the Macroeconomic Policy Department at the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC). This information was provided by an official source from the EEC. Photo EEC. Almaz Abdekirov now holds the position of Deputy Director of the Macroeconomic Policy Department of the EEC
Powerful wildfires continue in central Chile, resulting in the deaths of at least 16 people, according to Minister of Civil Security Luis Cordero, as reported by the newspaper Tercera. The fires have mainly affected the Ñuble and Biobío regions, where 24 active fire hotspots have been recorded, emergency services report.
As of 09:10 on January 19, the current temperature in Bishkek is -12°C, according to information from Windy.com. The wind in the city is weak, blowing from the east at a speed of 1 m/s, with gusts up to 4 m/s. The sky is partly cloudy.
The Youth World Championship in ice hockey Division 3B has opened in Bishkek, according to information provided by the hockey federation. In their first match, the Kyrgyzstan national team secured a convincing victory over the Hong Kong team with a score of 4:1.
According to the children's ombudsman, after the bite, the girl's mother was held administratively responsible under Article 127 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Republic of Kazakhstan for failing to fulfill her duties in raising and protecting the rights of a minor. She was fined 20 MRP. “This incident was reviewed by the city commission for juvenile affairs, which decided to take measures against the six-year-old girl with special educational needs and her legal
On the platform World Population Review, an analysis was conducted that showed the level of alcohol consumption by country. Among the CIS countries, Moldova ranks first in alcohol consumption — 14.1 liters, followed by Belarus (11.4 liters) and Russia (10.5 liters). In Central Asia, where Islamic culture significantly influences attitudes towards alcohol, the consumption levels are much lower: in Kazakhstan — 5.4 liters, in Kyrgyzstan — 3.9 liters, and in Uzbekistan — only 2.1 liters.
The former head of the State Service for Combating Economic Crimes and Corruption commented on rumors about 5 million dollars for his resignation Syimyk Zhapikeev, the former chairman of the State Service for Combating Economic Crimes and Corruption (GSBEP), in a conversation with journalist Ernis Kyazov, answered the question of whether he received 5 million dollars for his resignation after the events of October 2020.
In the southern part of Spain, in the province of Córdoba, a serious railway incident occurred involving two high-speed trains on Sunday, January 18, Reuters reports. In the area of the city of Adamus, one of the trains derailed and crossed onto the opposing track, where it collided with another train. As a result, both trains derailed, and one of them fell off an embankment.
In Kyrgyzstan, the third stage of the winter admission to higher educational institutions has begun. According to information from the automated system "Applicant online," the acceptance of vouchers will take place from January 19 to 21.
Almaz Davletov has been appointed as the new Deputy Director of the Department of Sanitary, Phytosanitary, and Veterinary Measures at the Eurasian Economic Commission, as reported in the EEC press release. Photo by EEC. Almaz Davletov appointed as Deputy Director of the EEC Department of Sanitary and Veterinary Measures
Denis Petrashov, a representative of Kyrgyzstan, has once again climbed to the podium, winning a silver medal at the Pro Swim Series competitions in the USA. The event took place in Austin, where swimmers competed in the 200-meter breaststroke. Photo from the archive. Denis Petrashov back on the podium: silver at the Pro Swim Series tournament in the USA
Recently, in Cholpon-Ata on the shores of the picturesque Issyk-Kul Lake, successful testing of an underwater drone took place, which was handed over to the local department of internal affairs. The tests were attended by the akim of the Issyk-Kul region, Japarbek Ormonov, and representatives of various local services. During the testing, the drone was able to detect and bring to the surface an old fishing net that had been on the bottom of the lake for many years. This success demonstrated
In accordance with the government's action plan, the Cabinet intends to launch the digital som by the end of 2026. The pilot phase of this initiative will begin in the fourth quarter of 2026 and will continue until the second quarter of 2027.
During the discussion, Mayor Nyambaatar emphasized the significance of Australia as a key partner and major investor in the Asia-Pacific region. He also spoke about the measures being taken in Ulaanbaatar to combat air pollution and traffic congestion. These include the transition to semi-coke fuel, which has allowed for a 30% reduction in pollution levels, connecting households to gas supply, introducing a ban on the use of very old vehicles, and implementing large infrastructure projects.
An explosion occurred at the Baogang United Steel plant in the city of Bugat at 3:00 PM local time yesterday, according to the official Chinese news agency Xinhua, citing sources. The incident caused strong underground tremors and thick smoke visible in the surrounding area. Currently, large-scale rescue operations are underway at the site. The operations involve forces from the autonomous region, as well as personnel from the city of Bugat and its Kundulun district. The police have dispatched
On January 19, the youth hockey team of Kyrgyzstan (U-20) will play its second match at the World Championship for teams in the third division, which is taking place in Bishkek. The competition, featuring six teams, is being held on the ice of the "Bishkek Arena".
On January 8, 2026, as a result of an operation conducted by the Cybercrime Department of the Main Police Department, nine individuals were arrested, including three citizens of South Korea and six citizens of Mongolia. According to MiddleAsianNews, this group is suspected of organizing illegal online gambling. According to police information, this network used online platforms for gambling, generating significant income from its activities. Investigators, having obtained permission from the
The decree on supporting traditional medicine was signed by the President of Mongolia, Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh, who confirmed his commitment to deepening, studying, and disseminating knowledge in this field. This became known from a report by MiddleAsianNews. In his speech on this matter, he noted: “Traditional medicine is not just a way of diagnosing and treating diseases; it is also part of our cultural heritage, rooted in the worldview and spiritual traditions of the Mongols.” According to
At the international competition "Best Calligrapher of 2025," which is annually organized by the newspaper "Khumuun Bichig" under the auspices of the National Information Agency "MONTSAME," employees of the U.S. Embassy actively participated. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. A special award for contributions to the development of Mongolian writing was presented to the U.S. Ambassador to Mongolia, Richard Buangan. “I want to express my gratitude to President
During his visit to China, the Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources of Mongolia, Damdinnyam Gongor, held a meeting with the leadership of CNPC (China National Petroleum Corporation). The main topic of the meeting was the discussion of increasing fuel supply volumes, ensuring their stability, and developing bilateral cooperation in the energy sector. Gongor noted that Mongolia is striving for sustainable fulfillment of its domestic fuel needs. CNPC representatives shared their plans for
An incident occurred at the customs post MAPP Kyakhta involving a citizen of Mongolia who attempted to illegally transport 40,000 US dollars across the border. The court in the Kyakhta district of Buryatia found her guilty of smuggling cash. The woman, who was trying to cross the border, concealed from the inspectors that she had such an amount — according to the current exchange rate of the Central Bank of Russia on August 27, 2025, this amounts to about 3,200,000 rubles.
According to InsideMongolia, by the end of 2025, more than 34,000 foreigners from 136 countries were living in Mongolia. However, it is worth noting that the growth in the number of officially registered foreign citizens by 7.4% year-on-year indicates that this is not just a short-term spike. 🍰 The largest group among foreigners consists of citizens of China, followed by Russians, Indians, South Koreans, and Americans. ⚖️ Legal Restrictions
The athlete from Kyrgyzstan Denis Petrashov has once again confirmed his high achievements by winning his third consecutive medal at an international tournament in the USA. These days, the next stage of the Pro Swim Series is taking place in Austin, Texas. The competition in the 200-meter breaststroke started on January 18.
A grappling tournament was held at the "Manas" sports complex in Kara-Balta, gathering schoolchildren. About 100 young athletes from nine teams representing Bishkek, Aleksandrovka, and Kara-Balta participated in the competition.
The Kyrgyzstan U-20 ice hockey team has successfully started its performance at the third division world championship (Group B). The tournament, featuring six teams, kicked off on January 18 in Bishkek.
Police officers in the Panfilov district of the Chui region have launched an initiative to assist those who are particularly in need of support during the harsh winter conditions. This information was announced by the local department of internal affairs.
In Kara-Balta, the boxing championship of the Chui region among young athletes took place From January 13 to 18, the boxing hall "Zdorovye" in the city of Kara-Balta hosted the Chui region championship for young boxers born in 2010-2011.
In Kyrgyzstan, mainly dry weather is expected. The temperature in Bishkek will drop to -12 degrees at night, and during the day it will rise to 0 degrees.
On the World Population Review (WPR) platform, statistical data on alcohol consumption in various countries has been published. According to this information, Kyrgyzstan continues to be one of the most sober countries in its region, with an alcohol consumption level of 3.9 liters of pure alcohol per capita per year. The authors of the study note that there is generally a low level of alcohol consumption in Central Asia, which may be related to the influence of the Islamic religion. For example,
A married couple from the Kyzyl-Oktabrsky Aiyl Aimak of the Kemin District in the Chui Region, Jamalidin Omorov and Seyilbubu Alybaeva, have been married for over 50 years. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, Seyilbubu Alybaeva shared that she was born in March 1952 in the village of Kyzyl-Dyikan in the Jayil District. Her husband was born in October 1948 in the village of Zhany-Alysh in the Kemin District to a family of a collective farm worker.
In the Osh region, inspections have begun to identify citizens who are illegally storing weapons. The press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region provided this information.
In a recent report on the World Population Review (WPR) website, data on alcohol consumption in various countries is presented. As seen from the statistics, Kyrgyzstan ranks among the leaders in the region for sobriety, with a figure of 3.9 liters of pure alcohol per capita per year. Researchers note that overall alcohol consumption in Central Asia is lower, which they believe is related to the cultural and religious traditions of Islam. For example, in Kazakhstan, the consumption level is 5.4
Participants of the rally, holding flags of Denmark and Greenland, gathered outside the Copenhagen City Hall, forming a "sea" of red and white colors and shouting "Kalaalllit Nunaat!" — the name of the largest Arctic island in the Inuit language. The protests took place the day after U.S. President Donald Trump announced the possibility of imposing tariffs on goods from countries that oppose his plans to control Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark rich in natural