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Society

An exhibition of paintings "Anatomy of Human Emotions" will open in Bishkek on January 16.

On January 16, a personal exhibition of contemporary artist Ilgiz Edilson titled "Anatomy of Human Emotions" will open in Bishkek. The organization of this event is entrusted to the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. The exhibition aims to explore the emotional experience of humans, which will be presented through color solutions, form, and spatial composition. Within the exhibition, visitors will be able to see four color environments reflecting a multitude of

07.01.2026, 15:14
Doctors warn: tubing can be dangerous
Health

Doctors warn: tubing can be dangerous

In winter, riding on tubes, also known as "vatruška," and inflatable rings is very popular. However, as experts from the Republican Center for Health Promotion note, this activity can pose serious risks, especially when basic safety rules are ignored. Doctors emphasize that tubing can be difficult to control: their high speed and lack of brakes increase the likelihood of accidents. It is particularly dangerous to ride near roads, trees, or in crowded areas, which raises the risk of

07.01.2026, 15:12
Society

Why was the historical part of the fountain in Oak Park temporarily removed? The city's response

In Dubovy Park, the reconstruction of the fountain with elements of restoration has begun, as reported by the Deputy Mayor of Bishkek, Azamat Kadyrov, at an extraordinary meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with industrial policy, transport, the fuel and energy complex, architecture, and construction. According to Kadyrov, the structure of the fountain is currently in storage. He also noted that a crack has been found in it, and it will undergo restoration.

07.01.2026, 15:08
Incidents

In one of the apartments in Bishkek, the body of a man with a gunshot wound has been discovered.

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the body of a man with a gunshot wound was found in one of the apartments. According to preliminary information, he likely committed suicide, as reported by the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Department of Internal Affairs. Information about the incident was received by the police on January 7 at around 11:00 AM. The call was made by a house worker who reported that she had discovered a body with a gunshot wound. According to her, she entered the

07.01.2026, 15:05
Education

In the village of Kazhar, a school for 225 students will be built in the Ala-Buka district.

In the Jalal-Abad Regional Department of Capital Construction of the Department of Housing and Civil Construction, a tender has been launched for the creation of project and estimate documentation for a new school with 225 student places in the village of Kajar in the Ala-Buka district. According to information posted on the government procurement portal, the procurement method for this tender is a request for quotations with established qualification requirements.

07.01.2026, 15:04
In Ak-Suu, an Orthodox church was robbed. Two suspects detained.
Incidents

In Ak-Suu, an Orthodox church was robbed. Two suspects detained.

On the night of January 5 to 6, a theft occurred in the Orthodox church in the village of Ak-Suu (Teploklyuchenka), located in the Issyk-Kul region. Unknown criminals took all the money from the cash registers and donation boxes, as well as gold and silver jewelry and gifts prepared for children. This was reported by social media users who visited the church. According to information from the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region, the first report of the crime was received on

07.01.2026, 15:04
Incidents

A criminal case has been initiated regarding the fire at the nursing home in Bishkek

Information about the fire in the nursing home on Abay Street became known on January 6. It was reported that as a result of the incident, two palliative patients in critical condition died. At the same time, 15 people were successfully evacuated from the building. The Department of Internal Affairs of the Pervomaisky District has initiated a criminal case under the article concerning "Violation of fire safety rules" according to the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. A

07.01.2026, 14:53
Incidents

At Issyk-Kul, a church and a mosque were robbed, a Christmas tree was set on fire, and a Wi-Fi router was stolen — a young man and a teenager have been detained.

The police are conducting an investigation into the thefts committed in a church and a mosque in the village of Ak-Suu [formerly Teploklyuchenka] in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region. According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region, on January 6, 2026, a report was received at the Ak-Suu District Police Department regarding an attempted theft carried out by unknown individuals in the church located in the village of Ak-Suu.

07.01.2026, 14:45
Incidents

In Bishkek, a man's body was found in a house. It is believed that he shot himself with a pistol.

On January 7, 2026, at around 11:00, a call was received by the "102" service of the Bishkek City Police Department reporting that a man with a gunshot wound had been found in one of the houses. The caller, identifying herself as a domestic worker, stated that the homeowner was Z. K., born in 1967, under whom a pistol was found. The information was registered in the Information Log of the Sverdlovsk District Police Department, after which a preliminary investigation was initiated.

07.01.2026, 14:44
The Times named four possible ways for Greenland to join the USA
World

The Times named four possible ways for Greenland to join the USA

According to The Times, the U.S. has military resources for a potential takeover of this island territory. However, such an operation against a NATO ally could negatively impact the alliance and provoke resistance among the local population. The publication also considers the option of signing a Compact of Free Association, under which the U.S. would provide financial assistance in exchange for taking on defense responsibilities, while allowing the country to maintain internal self-governance.

07.01.2026, 14:40
Incidents

Driver of a private school in Osh suspected of lewd acts against a seven-year-old student — her mother made a statement

At a press conference held on January 7 at AKIpress-Osh, citizen Mukhabat Kadyrova spoke about how her seven-year-old daughter became a victim of sexual harassment by a driver who transports students from one of the private schools in the city of Osh. According to Kadyrova, recently her daughter became very scared to go to school. During the holidays, she shared her sad story with her mother. “I am appealing to President Sadyr Nurgoyevich Japarov and the Chairman of the State Committee for

07.01.2026, 14:38
Kyrgyz Football Union Expands Cooperation with Saudi Arabia
Sports

Kyrgyz Football Union Expands Cooperation with Saudi Arabia

On January 6 in Jeddah, a memorandum of cooperation was signed between the Kyrgyz Football Union (KFS) and the Saudi Arabian Football Federation, as reported by the KFS press service. The memorandum was signed by KFS President Kamchybek Tashiev and his Saudi counterpart Yaser Al-Mishel.

07.01.2026, 14:32
Incidents

Fire at the Nursing Home. Donors are urged to donate blood for the victims

As a result of the fire that occurred the day before at the capital's nursing home, there is an urgent need for donor blood for the victims. This was reported by the Republican Center for Health Promotion, citing data from the Republican Blood Center. As specialists note, during the holiday period there is a sharp decline in the number of donors, as many are on vacation or weekends. At the same time, the demand for blood, on the contrary, increases.

07.01.2026, 14:23
Incidents

Bishkek Police Urges Foreigners to Carry Identification Documents

According to information provided on January 7 by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek, foreign citizens are required to carry original documents that verify their identity. As part of the preventive campaign "Illegal," operatives from the Service for Combating Extremism and Illegal Migration are conducting discussions with foreigners, urging them to comply with the laws of Kyrgyzstan.

07.01.2026, 14:21
Society

Export of Agricultural Products from Kyrgyzstan in 2025 Entered New Markets

In 2025, Kyrgyzstan achieved significant results in the export of agricultural and processed products. According to the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Kyrgyz goods are confidently entering international markets, and the geography of export supplies continues to grow. Supplies to China are developing particularly actively. Currently, eight agreements have been signed for the export of various goods, including wool, cashmere, beans, poultry meat, and

07.01.2026, 14:17
Economy

The Antimonopoly Service reported on measures to curb prices for socially significant goods in 2025

- According to Imankulov, in 2025, the service operated in a more intensive mode compared to previous years. The reason for this was the rise in prices for meat products. He explained that in response to this situation, measures of state regulation were introduced, and work on controlling prices for socially significant goods and fuel and lubricants was intensified. “According to the resolution of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic No. 455, the list of socially significant goods includes 16

07.01.2026, 14:08
The church in Teploklyuchenka was robbed on Christmas. Suspects detained.
Society

The church in Teploklyuchenka was robbed on Christmas. Suspects detained.

Residents of the village of Teploklyuchenka, located in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region, contacted the editorial office of VB.KG with a troubling report. On the eve of Christmas, a robbery occurred at the local church: the perpetrators set fire to the Christmas tree, stole various church items and property from the shop. Their appeal was accompanied by video recordings capturing the aftermath of the fire and the efforts of local residents to clean up. The editorial office requested

07.01.2026, 14:05
Sports

The coach of the Kyrgyzstan national team (U-23) praised the goalkeeper who saved a penalty in the match against Saudi Arabia

Edmar Lacerda, the head coach of the Kyrgyzstan U-23 national football team, expressed his appreciation for goalkeeper Kurmanbek Nurlanbekov, who successfully handled a penalty in the match against Saudi Arabia. The game, which took place on January 6 in Jeddah, was the first match of the group stage of the Youth Asian Cup and ended with a score of 1:0 in favor of the Saudi Arabian team.

07.01.2026, 14:03
Society

Food fairs in Kyrgyzstan will be held until June 2026

The organizers reported that food fairs will be held in various regions of the country and in Bishkek until June 2026, where local producers, farmers, and artisans will be able to sell their goods. Currently, the republic is not experiencing a shortage of essential products, and the existing stocks are considered sufficient. The aim of such events is to ensure the domestic market and the availability of quality food products for the population. Fairs in Bishkek are held every Saturday and

07.01.2026, 13:46
World

Media: Bangladesh is Paying for Chinese Loans with Growing Debts - and Not Learning Lessons

In Bangladesh, it has been realized that the country has fallen into a debt trap created by Chinese borrowings. This acknowledgment came from a high-ranking financial official, but specific steps to change the situation are still lacking. Details can be found in an article from the Asian News Post. Debt Trap: Official AcknowledgmentBangladesh has officially recognized that it has found itself in a debt trap, and this is not just the opinion of external analysts, but a conclusion made at the

07.01.2026, 13:43
World

One of the Most Famous CIA Spies Died in Prison

Aldrich Ames, who previously worked in counterintelligence for the Central Intelligence Agency and was convicted of espionage, has died in prison. This was reported by CBS News, citing information from an FBI representative. According to the agency, Ames passed away on January 5, 2026, and was 84 years old at the time of his death.

07.01.2026, 13:38
The Wall Street Journal: Russia Sent Submarine to Escort Oil Tanker Pursued by the U.S.
World

The Wall Street Journal: Russia Sent Submarine to Escort Oil Tanker Pursued by the U.S.

Recently, the vessel Bella 1 was renamed Marinera Russia has sent a submarine and "other naval forces" to escort the oil tanker Bella 1, which is being pursued by the US Coast Guard in the Atlantic Ocean. This was reported by The Wall Street Journal, citing an American official. Currently, the tanker, according to the Automatic Identification System (AIS), is located approximately 300 miles south of Iceland.

07.01.2026, 13:27
Incidents

Drunk Driver Banged His Head on the Ground and Had a Fit During Arrest

On the night of January 4, around 02:00, the UPMSM officers stopped a Hyundai vehicle at the intersection of South Highway and Bakayev Street. The driver was a man in a state of intoxication. Information about the incident was disseminated by the UPMSM press service. According to the agency, when the inspectors asked the driver to present his documents, he began to behave inadequately: he threw a tantrum, inflicted injuries on himself, lay down on the roadway, and claimed that the police

07.01.2026, 13:27
Incidents

In the Alamudun District, a suspect in a series of frauds has been detained

As reported by sources in law enforcement agencies, a suspect in a series of frauds has been detained in the Chuy region. This information was provided by representatives of the local police. On December 15, 2025, a man named A. A., born in 1966 and residing in the village of Kara-Zhyhach, approached the police department of the Alamudun district. According to his statement, in November 2024, E. U., taking advantage of his trust under the pretext of a joint business venture, deceitfully

07.01.2026, 13:26
The Bishkek City Police Department reminds foreigners of the necessity to carry documents with them.
Society

The Bishkek City Police Department reminds foreigners of the necessity to carry documents with them.

As part of the operation "Illegal," checks are being conducted to ensure compliance with migration legislation According to information from the press service of the Bishkek City Police Department, a preventive event called "Illegal" is taking place in the capital, during which the Special Police Department conducts explanatory work and checks among foreign citizens to ensure compliance with the migration norms of the Kyrgyz Republic.

07.01.2026, 13:19
Economy

The dollar will cost an average of 94 rubles in 2026 (EAEU forecast)

- According to the Eurasian Development Bank, the average annual exchange rate of the ruble against the US dollar in 2026 will be 94 rubles. This figure is presented in their macroeconomic forecast for the period from 2026 to 2028. Thus, the ruble will weaken compared to 2025, when it was at the level of 85 rubles.

07.01.2026, 13:13
At the IZO Museum, an exhibition by Ilgiz Edilson "Anatomy of Human Emotions" will take place.
Society

At the IZO Museum, an exhibition by Ilgiz Edilson "Anatomy of Human Emotions" will take place.

From January 16 to February 1, the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev will host a solo exhibition by artist Ilgiz Edilson titled "Anatomy of Human Emotions." This was announced by the event organizers, who shared the information with 24.kg. In his work, Edilson explores how human emotional experiences can be conveyed through color, form, and spatial compositions. According to the organizers, the exhibition represents a "labyrinth of feelings," where four

07.01.2026, 13:13
Incidents

In Bishkek, a housekeeper discovered the body of her employer. Preliminary reports suggest he shot himself.

A case of suicide has been recorded in Bishkek, as reported by the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Police Department. Information about the incident was received by the police on January 7 at around 11 a.m. According to the housekeeper, she found her employer's body with a gunshot wound. The woman reported that upon arriving at work, she discovered the deceased Z.K., born in 1967, on the kitchen floor next to a pistol.

07.01.2026, 13:12
Incidents

Fire in the Nursing Home. A Criminal Case has been Initiated

A criminal case has been initiated in Bishkek regarding the fire at the Nursing Home, as reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District. Currently, a fire-technical examination is being conducted. The investigation is being carried out under the article "Violation of fire safety rules" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.

07.01.2026, 12:59
Society

The Days of Kyrgyz Culture in a number of countries have been postponed to 2027 due to preparations for the Nomad Games and SCO, - Minister of Culture

The Minister of Culture of Kyrgyzstan, Mirbek Mambetaliev, stated in an interview with AKIpress that the Days of Culture of the country in several states have been postponed to 2027. This decision is related to the organization of significant events in Kyrgyzstan, such as the World Nomad Games and events dedicated to the SCO. The head of the Ministry of Culture noted: “Our colleagues understand this change, and we have planned to hold the Days of Culture of Kyrgyzstan in countries such as

07.01.2026, 12:58
Economy

More than 60 agricultural enterprises opened in Kyrgyzstan in 2025

The press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry reports that in 2025, 63 new agricultural enterprises were opened in Kyrgyzstan. These enterprises are aimed at processing agricultural products and developing infrastructure in the fields of trade and logistics. They include trade and logistics centers, as well as enterprises engaged in the processing of grains, fruits, vegetables, berries, as well as the production of milk, meat, fish, wool, and

07.01.2026, 12:50
Finland taught artificial intelligence data centers to heat cities
Economy

Finland taught artificial intelligence data centers to heat cities

As part of the innovative projects launched by Google and Microsoft, Finnish data centers have become sources of heat for numerous residential and public buildings. The tech giants utilize waste heat from server cooling to provide heating in cities, changing the perception of energy consumption in 2026.

07.01.2026, 12:47
Economy

Import of electronic integrated circuits from China significantly increased in the first 10 months of 2025

- In the first ten months of 2025, the import of electronic integrated circuits from China increased 79 times. This information was released by the National Statistical Committee. According to the agency's data, from January to October, Kyrgyzstan purchased 8.1 million electronic integrated circuits from China, totaling $218,000. This quantity exceeds the import volume for the same period in 2024 by 79 times, although in terms of value, it is 3.5 times less than the 102,000 units imported

07.01.2026, 12:46
South Korea has banned bear farms for bile production
Exclusive

South Korea has banned bear farms for bile production

As of January 1, 2026, South Korea has imposed a complete ban on the farming of bears for bile extraction. This decision marks the end of a cruel industry that has lasted for 45 years. In 1981, the government allowed the import and breeding of bears to support farming operations. However, in 1985, under pressure from the international community, Seoul halted the import of wild animals, and real legislative changes regarding bear farming only came into effect this year.

07.01.2026, 12:41
Society

Copyright. In 2025, the amount of remuneration exceeded 27 million soms.

The results of the work of the Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovations of Kyrgyzstan in the field of copyright and related rights for the year 2025 have been summarized. According to the report, the total amount collected as copyright remuneration exceeded 27 million soms. This indicates an improvement in law enforcement practices and a growth in the culture of using intellectual property objects, as noted in the agency's statement.

07.01.2026, 12:38