Chimpanzee Ai, who recognized letters, numbers, and hieroglyphs, has died at the age of 49

The famous chimpanzee named Ai, known for her ability to recognize letters, numbers, and hieroglyphs, has passed away. She died on January 9 at the age of 49, as reported by the Center for the Study of Human Evolutionary Behavior, formerly known as the Primate Research Institute at Kyoto University, according to RIA Novosti. According to representatives of the institute, Ai died due to old age and organ failure, surrounded by staff. Since 1977, when she was admitted to the institute, the

The school in the Moscow district was temporarily closed due to a pipe burst.

In the Chuy region, in the Moscow district, the operation of the Ismaeva Secondary School in the village of Aleksandrovka has been suspended due to a heating system pipe burst. As a result, the educational process has been moved to an online format, as reported by the district center for disease prevention and sanitary-epidemiological surveillance. According to the agency, from January 1 to 12 of this year, 399 cases of ARVI were recorded in the region, including 242 cases among children under

Some public services are planned to be transferred to private companies. How much could tariffs increase?

Today, January 13, the Cabinet of Ministers proposed a draft law on outsourcing state and municipal services. This issue was reviewed by the Constitutional Legislation Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh during the first reading. In the explanatory note to the draft law, it is emphasized that within the framework of the existing state order, a significant number of services are provided free of charge; however, budgetary capabilities do not always allow for covering all potential recipients.

The price of gold on the New York Stock Exchange has exceeded $4600 for the first time in history, and silver has reached $84 per ounce.

- On the New York Mercantile Exchange (COMEX) on January 13, gold wrote a new chapter in its history, exceeding $4600 per troy ounce. According to COMEX, during trading, the price of gold rose to an impressive $4616.9 per ounce.

The Employment Center suspended the operations of 4 companies due to violations in the employment of Kyrgyz citizens in Turkey.

The Center's message notes that during the verification process, it was discovered that some companies provided false information when obtaining work permits abroad. In particular, there was a lack of information about actual cooperation with the receiving party in Turkey — the employer or foreign intermediary. “These actions violate the requirements of subparagraph 1 of paragraph 29 of the current Regulation, according to which the basis for suspending the permit is the discovery of

Satisfactory. The air quality in Bishkek at 11:00 is 64 AQI (smog map)

According to IQAir data, as of 11:00 on January 13, 2026, the air quality index in Bishkek was 64 AQI. This level of pollution is classified as satisfactory.

Bishkek Master Plan: Whose Homes and Lands May Be at Risk of Changes

The Bishkek City Hall presented responses to questions and suggestions from residents that were voiced during public hearings on the capital's general development plan until 2050, held on December 24-25, 2025. Citizens came with specific requests regarding their homes and land plots, but many responses boiled down to the fact that details would be determined later, at the detailed planning stage. One of the most painful topics was private property and possible demolitions. Residents asked

For the elections in district No. 13, the Central Election Commission has designated banks for opening electoral funds

The Central Election Commission (CEC) of the Kyrgyz Republic has selected banks to open specialized accounts for the electoral funds of candidates and political parties that will participate in the repeat elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in the multi-mandate district No. 13. According to the official resolution, "Elk Bank" and "Aiyl Bank" have been chosen to service these accounts, which will be opened for participants in the by-elections scheduled for March 1,

Dastan Bekeshev Reminded of Past Failures When Public Services Were Outsourced

Deputy Dastan Bekeshev expressed his concern about the potential risks associated with transferring state and municipal services to private companies, especially in the context of protecting citizens' personal data. Today, January 13, during a meeting of the Constitutional Legislation Committee in the Jogorku Kenesh, a draft law allowing the outsourcing of certain state services was reviewed.

In the past 24 hours, 16 fires have been registered in Kyrgyzstan

The deputy opposed the exclusion of the title "Honored" from the state awards system.

At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, held on January 13, deputy Marlen Mamataliyev expressed disagreement with several aspects of the bill concerning the reform of the system of state awards and honorary titles. He emphasized that titles of the "honored" category should remain within the framework of the state award system, as they represent an important recognition of the merits of individuals who have worked long in their profession and strive for high achievements.

Mongolia and Kazakhstan to Collaborate on Establishing a Vaccine Production Plant for Animal Husbandry

During the discussion, Minister Badamsuren emphasized the need to fulfill existing agreements regarding stable supplies of Mongolian goods such as wool, cashmere, leather, and meat to the Kazakh market. The minister also expressed hope for an increase in imports from Kazakhstan, which would include essential food products: fruits, berries, vegetables, and rice. Additionally, he highlighted the importance of purchasing high-quality wheat seeds and other agricultural crops for the development of

In Kyrgyzstan, the work of four employment agencies in Turkey has been suspended

In Kyrgyzstan, the activities of four agencies engaged in employment in the Republic of Turkey have been temporarily suspended. This decision was made by the Center for Employment of Citizens Abroad due to identified violations in their operations. During monitoring, it was found that a number of companies recruiting citizens of Kyrgyzstan for work in Turkey provided false information.

Kazakhstani Athlete Enters Top 20 of World Cup Freestyle Skiing Stage

On the first day of the World Cup stage taking place in Lake Placid, USA, Kazakh acrobats were unable to reach the podium.

Ministry of Industry of Mongolia: the country meets all its needs for petroleum products through imports from Russia and China

Imports from Russia account for 95% of the total volume, while the remaining 5% comes from China. As of January 7, 2026, 65,029 tons of fuel were imported through five border crossings. Importers have confirmed their requests to purchase 287,860 tons of petroleum products, including 136,470 tons of AI-92 gasoline, 148,090 tons of diesel fuel, and 3,300 tons of AI-95 gasoline. At a meeting with fuel distributors and importers, the ministry recommended not to increase the price of AI-92 gasoline

Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic: Suspects in Fraud Detained, Who Posed as Law Enforcement Officers

An investigation has been initiated into this case under Article 209 "Fraud" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. As a result of operational measures, two suspects were detained: S.A., born in 1998, and S.M., born in 1976. Additionally, law enforcement agencies have identified a third suspect — A.A., born in 1982, who has previously had legal issues. He is currently under arrest and detained by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) on another fraud case.

Iran's Foreign Ministry summoned European ambassadors over comments about protests

The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the ambassadors of the United Kingdom, France, and Germany for a discussion regarding their open support for the protesters opposing the government. This was reported by the Iranian state news agency Tasnim on January 12. Earlier that same day, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the administration is considering several "very tough" measures against Iran amid the suppression of the protest movement. When asked whether Tehran had

The Government of Kyrgyzstan approved the List of Categories of Workers with Special Work Conditions and the Duration of Their Working Hours

The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, has signed a new decree that defines the list of categories of workers with special working conditions and establishes the duration of their working hours. The main task of this decree is to create a legal framework for regulating the working hours of employees engaged in work with special conditions, in accordance with the Labor Code of the country. It is important that the document takes into account the

The head of GAGA explained why not all airplanes can land in the regions of Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, the possibility of receiving aircraft at regional airfields is largely determined by the width and length of the runways, as well as the conditions of their operation. This was stated by the director of the State Agency for Civil Aviation under the Cabinet of Ministers, Daniyar Bostонов, in an interview with the radio. According to Bostонов, the average length of runways at assigned airfields is approximately 1,800 meters. However, in mountainous conditions, this length is not

In Osh, drug enforcement officers detained previously convicted individuals during the sale of hashish

According to the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, on January 13, four individuals suspected of selling hashish were detained in Osh. The operation to apprehend them was carried out at the moment the accused attempted to sell the narcotic substance. A criminal case has been initiated under Article 282 ("Illegal production of narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances, and their analogs for the purpose of sale") of the Criminal Code of Kyrgyzstan.

The U.S. State Department revoked over 100,000 visas in 2025

Illustrative photo According to the U.S. State Department, since Donald Trump's inauguration, more than 100,000 visas have been revoked, including about 8,000 student visas and 2,500 visas for individuals who interacted with law enforcement regarding criminal matters. The statement on platform X emphasizes that the department will continue to deport such individuals to ensure safety in the country. According to Newsweek, this number has become a record in recent years and is more than

In 24 hours, three fires occurred in the Jalal-Abad region

Over the past 24 hours, three cases of fires have been recorded in the Jalal-Abad region, according to information from the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. As reported by the agency, in the Aksy district, in the village of Kyzyl-Zhar, on T. Tynybekov Street, a fire occurred in the chimney of a residential house. The main cause of the fire was improper use of heating stoves and chimneys.

Archival Photographs of Institutions and Enterprises in the City of Toktogul

In Toktogul, located in the Jalal-Abad region, archival photographs of buildings and organizations constructed about half a century ago have been preserved, reports Turmush correspondent. According to available data, these institutions were built between 1969 and 1973 by order of A.N. Kosygin, who at that time held the position of Chairman of the Council of Ministers of the USSR. Decree No. 1805 was signed on August 28, 1968.

A large cargo truck coming from China to Osh caught fire. Video

According to local residents, a large cargo truck traveling from China to Osh caught fire and was completely burned down. The incident occurred on the Osh—Sary-Tash—Irkeshtam highway.

For the elections in district No. 13, the Central Election Commission has designated banks for opening electoral funds.

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the selection of banks that will be responsible for opening specialized accounts for the electoral funds of candidates and political parties. This is related to the upcoming repeat elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in the № 13 multi-mandate district. According to the decision of the CEC, "Eldik Bank" and "Aiyl Bank" have been chosen to open these accounts. These financial

Trump imposed 25% tariffs on countries cooperating with Iran

Illustrative photo President of the United States Donald Trump announced the imposition of a 25% tariff on goods from countries that continue to do business with Iran. “As of today, all countries that do business with the Islamic Republic of Iran will be burdened with a 25% tariff on all their commercial operations with the United States,” Trump wrote on his social media account Truth Social.

In the village of Bayetovo, a car burned down

An incident involving a car fire occurred on A. Sultanalieva Street in the village of Bayetovo, located in the Ak-Talinsky district. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations.

Tokaev: It is important for the EAEU to actively enhance cooperation with external partners

In his address to the leaders of the member states of the EAEU, published by the president's press service, Tokayev announced that agreements on a free trade zone with Mongolia and Indonesia, as well as on economic partnership with the United Arab Emirates, are planned to be signed in 2025. The head of Kazakhstan emphasized that this reflects the real achievements of the joint work of the member countries of the union. He also added that in the future, the possibility of expanding EAEU

In Kazakhstan, the likelihood of a carrot export ban is perceived ambiguously.

The planned three-month ban on carrot exports that the government intends to introduce may lead to significant losses for farmers, as well as result in the harvest ending up in landfills. According to information from the newspaper "Vremya," a final decision on this matter will be made at the upcoming meeting of the interdepartmental commission. Baizhan Ualkhanov, chairman of the Union of Potato and Vegetable Growers of Kazakhstan, criticizes the Ministry of Trade and Integration

Exchange rates in commercial banks of Kyrgyzstan on January 13

Information about currency exchange rates has been collected from the websites of various commercial banks. If you have any questions regarding the provided data, it is recommended to contact the banks directly. This information is current as of the time of publication. The exchange rates are for cash transactions and may change throughout the day.

Ministry of Energy: Construction of the Orto-Tokoy Hydroelectric Power Station is 80% complete

JICA signed the SATREPS protocol in the capital of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar.

On January 8 in Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) completed the signing of a protocol of discussions regarding the project "Establishment of a Digital Network Platform for Integrated Modeling to Assess the Resilience of Ecosystems of Pastures and the Gobi Desert to Human Activities and Climate Change." This project is part of the Science and Technology Research Partnership for Sustainable Development (SATREPS) program and aims to

In Australia, thousands of flying foxes have died due to the "black heat"

According to Hogarth, only a few dozen baby flying foxes were able to be saved. They were found by volunteers clinging to their dead mothers. The specialist noted that many adult individuals could not survive the extreme heat, especially in the hottest parts of the colonies, such as trees with insufficient foliage and on the scorched ground along rivers.

"Are You Dead?" A New App for Lonely Young People is Gaining Popularity in China

A new app with a concerning name, Sileme, which translates to “Are you dead?”, is rapidly gaining popularity in China. Its functionality is quite simple: users need to confirm their existence every two days by pressing a large button. If a user fails to check in, the app will automatically notify a pre-designated emergency contact that something may have happened to them. This information is a translation of a report by a BBC correspondent. The original text is available via the link.

Exchange Rates in Commercial Banks on January 13: The Ruble Started to Strengthen

The exchange rates set by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan for January 13 have changed compared to previous data. While the dollar has become more expensive, the ruble and euro have noticeably decreased in value.

Violations and High Mortality. The Ministry of Health Criticized and Dismissed Two Directors of Cardiology Services. Video

As a result of the inspection and due to the increase in mortality rates, the Ministry of Health has dismissed two high-profile specialists: the director of the National Center for Cardiology and Therapy, Talantbek Sooronbaev, and the head of the Scientific Research Institute of Heart Surgery and Organ Transplantation, Samidin Shabyraliyev. The Ministry of Health provided information on the progress of the inspection and the violations identified based on it.

Candidates for deputies proposed not to fine for children at election meetings

At a meeting of the parliamentary committee on constitutional legislation, state structure, and local self-government, member of the Jogorku Kenesh Dastan Bekeshev expressed the opinion that candidates for elections in Kyrgyzstan should not be held responsible if minors are present during their campaign meetings with voters. Dastan Bekeshev noted that in the past, candidates were often fined for the presence of children at their meetings, with the fine amounting to 7,500 soms.

Solovyov made a statement about Armenia and Central Asia. And sparked a diplomatic scandal.

After recent statements by Solovyov calling for possible military intervention in Armenia, Russian Ambassador Sergey Kopyrkin was summoned to the Armenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as reported by Meduza. In one of his broadcasts a few days ago, Solovyov stated that Russia should "ignore international law" and consider military intervention in the affairs of Armenia and Central Asia to keep them within its "sphere of influence," similar to the actions of the United States

The Central Election Commission prematurely terminated the powers of a number of deputies of local councils. The names of the new ones

The Central Election Commission confirmed the decisions of the territorial election commissions of the Panfilov, Nookat, Alay, Toktogul, and Jeti-Oguz districts regarding the early termination of the powers of a number of local council deputies at a meeting on January 12. Among these decisions was the exclusion of some registered candidates from the lists, as well as the transfer of vacant mandates to the next candidates on the list.

Changes have been made to the composition of the District Election Commission No. 13

The Central Election Commission has approved the decision to redistribute members of the District Election Commission No. 13. As a result of the submitted applications, the following members have been removed from the commission: Nyshanov Kubanychbek Kaldarovich, Kabylova Minavar Avazovna, Saipidinov Zhorobai Zhumabaevich, and Kydyraliev Almazbek.

Somon Zamyn-Uud will become a city

The Prime Minister of Mongolia, Gombojavyn Zandanšatar, visited the Zamiin-Uud checkpoint and inspected the passenger and transport complex. During his working visit to the somon of Zamiin-Uud, the Prime Minister familiarized himself with the operation of the passenger and transport complex at the Zamiin-Uud checkpoint (CP) as well as the process of cargo transportation across the border. Since the complex was put into operation in 2023, the throughput of the checkpoint has tripled — now 8,000

Ministry of Energy: Construction of the Orto-Tokoy Hydroelectric Power Station is nearing completion

According to the information from the press service of the Ministry of Energy, OJSC "Chakan HPP" has completed 80% of all work on the construction of the Orto-Tokoy HPP. The Ministry confirmed that the construction process is proceeding strictly according to schedule.

In Bishkek, fake police officers were detained. They are suspected of fraud involving thousands of dollars.

According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, suspects have been detained in Bishkek for deceiving citizens by posing as law enforcement officers. In January of this year, K. A. contacted the internal investigations department of the Ministry, reporting that unknown individuals, pretending to be police officers, swindled him out of $10,000, promising to resolve his issues related to a criminal case. After receiving the money, the criminals disappeared. Additionally, the identity

The Turkic Week has kicked off in Vienna

The Turkic Week began on January 12, 2026, in Vienna. The Organization of Turkic States announced that the official opening of the event took place during a ceremony dedicated to the photo exhibition "The Turkic World on the Silk Road," which was held at the United Nations headquarters.

Master Plan of Bishkek. A tram line is planned to be constructed from the 12th microdistrict to the center and to the Osh market.

According to the General Plan for the development of Bishkek until 2050, a tram line is planned to be laid in the capital, connecting the 12th microdistrict with the city center and the Osh market. This was reported by the city administration. The document states that the new line will run along Aaly Tokombaev Avenue, starting from the 12th microdistrict, and will then continue along Kyiv Street to the Osh market. “The procedure for implementing construction activities and selecting routes

Solovyov allowed for military operations in Russia's spheres of influence

In his recent broadcast, Vladimir Solovyov emphasized Russia's foreign policy priorities, comparing them to Donald Trump's straightforward strategy. He mentioned the American president's statements regarding claims on Greenland and Venezuela, stressing that Russia should demonstrate the same determination in defending its interests.

Construction of the Orto-Tokoy Hydroelectric Power Station is planned to be completed in the first half of 2026.

According to information provided by the Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan, OJSC "Chakan HPP" has completed 80% of the construction work on the Orto-Tokoy HPP. Construction is ongoing according to the established schedule, according to the agency's data.

In the village of Otuz-Adyr in the Kara-Suu district, the construction of a new kindergarten has been completed.

In the Kara-Suu district of the Osh region, in the village of Otuz-Adyr, the construction of a new kindergarten has been completed. According to the Ministry of Construction, 53 million soms were allocated from the state budget for the implementation of the project.