The Ministry of Energy has announced an increase in the electricity consumption limit for residents of the Naryn region. This decision was made following appeals from citizens living in challenging climatic conditions and high-altitude areas. According to updated data, the limit during peak load hours has been increased from 189,648 to 264,312 kilowatt-hours.
In an interview with The New York Times, director Shawn Levy shared an amusing story about the filming of the movie Star Wars: Starfighter, in which Tom Cruise participated. As reported by Meduza, the actor, who initially came just to observe the process, ended up being the cameraman for one of the scenes. This happened in November 2025, when Cruise flew to the set by helicopter. At that moment, the team was working on a spectacular lightsaber duel, and Levy jokingly suggested that the actor
Photo from the internet Maria Vorontsova, the daughter of the Russian president, has been appointed as the director of the Medical Scientific and Educational Institute (MNOI) at Lomonosov Moscow State University. This was reported on the Telegram channel "Dozhd". The MNOI represents an "integrated scientific and educational cluster," which includes the Faculty of Fundamental Medicine, the Center for Regenerative Medicine, and the university clinic of Moscow State University.
In an interview recorded in the film, Japarov noted the significant role of his Uzbek colleague in resolving the long-standing territorial dispute between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. He emphasized that Shavkat Mirziyoyev has always advocated for a swift compromise, urging the parties "not to miss the moment and strive for mutual agreement" for the sake of long-term stability and security in the region, as reported by the Uzbek press.
On January 8, 2026, M. A. Kocherov, head of the Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine, conducted an inspection at the border crossing points between Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. Despite the New Year holidays, an unscheduled check of the phytosanitary control operations at "Ak-Tilek" and the temporary storage warehouse "Kant" was carried out. During the inspection, recommendations were given to the heads of the points for strict adherence to
The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic has presented the results for 2025. The past year was marked by active development of cooperatives, modernization of infrastructure, and the introduction of innovative technologies in the agricultural sector.
On January 10, 1959, a record low temperature was recorded in Bishkek, which was then called Frunze. According to the resource "Weather and Climate," the temperature that day reached −24.2 degrees. The maximum temperature on that day was noted in 1982, when the thermometer rose to +16.3 degrees.
According to a new study, teenagers and young adults who take time for adequate sleep on weekends can significantly improve their mental well-being. Researchers from the University of Oregon and the State University of New York at Upstate Medical University found that recovering from sleep deprivation on weekends reduces the risk of developing depression by 41%. In the study, which included participants aged 16 to 24, those who slept more on Saturday and Sunday reported fewer signs of
According to a study conducted on more than a thousand adults, sleep quality may be related to levels of certain trace elements in the body. The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) was used to assess this quality, while concentrations of magnesium, zinc, and copper were determined both from blood test results and dietary information. The work was published in the journal Nutrients. The most notable association was found regarding magnesium. People with low magnesium levels in their blood and
Recent research conducted by scientists from Fujita Health University has revealed that communication during the performance of visuomotor tasks, such as driving, creates cognitive load, which can negatively affect eye functioning. In an article published in the journal PLOS ONE, the researchers demonstrated that even simple conversation slows down key stages of eye movement, significantly impacting the ability to perceive the environment in a timely manner, especially while driving.
In Kyrgyzstan, there is a steady decline in the number of cases of ARVI and influenza, according to information provided by the Ministry of Health. On January 8, Minister of Health Kanbek Dosmambetov held a meeting of the headquarters, where current issues related to ARVI and influenza were discussed, including the load on hospitals and the functioning of the primary care level amid rising morbidity.
In the Batken region, ibex were spotted on the recently opened road from Sary-Talaa to Zardaly, which was captured on video by local residents. According to data obtained from a population count of these animals at the end of 2025, there are 144 ibex in the region.
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The Kyrgyzstan national football team (U-23) continues to fight for a place in the playoffs of the Asian Youth Cup. After two matches played in the group, the team led by Edmar Laserd has 0 points, having suffered two defeats: from Saudi Arabia (0:1) and Vietnam (1:2).
Athlete from Kyrgyzstan Rajabali Shaidullaev successfully defended his championship title in the Rizin Fighting Federation on December 31. In his match, he faced Japanese fighter Mikura Asakura and won by technical knockout in just 2 minutes and 55 seconds of the first round.
In Bishkek, employees of the Service for Countering Extremism and Illegal Migration of the Main Internal Affairs Department conducted a raid called "Illegal," during which they checked the residences of foreign students. This was reported by the press service of the department. During the inspection, law enforcement officers focused on the presence and authenticity of documents verifying the identity of foreign citizens, as well as the legality of their stay in Kyrgyzstan.
The Osh city hall reported a repeated warning for the café "Atabek." According to municipal information, all catering establishments and commercial entities must provide their customers with a sufficient number of parking spaces. This requirement is due to the fact that even after the roads were expanded, visitors' cars continue to remain along the roadway, creating traffic jams.
- In response to appeals from citizens of the Naryn region, who are facing difficult climatic conditions in high-altitude areas, it has been decided to increase the electricity consumption limits during peak load hours. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Energy. According to the new regulations, the previously established limit has been raised from 189,648 kWh to 264,312 kWh, which has allowed for improved electricity supply and stabilization of the energy supply in the
Photo by KFS. Kyrgyzstan national football team During the match at the AFC U-23 Asian Cup, the youth team of Kyrgyzstan lost to the Vietnamese footballers. This was reported by the press service of the Kyrgyz Football Union. The game ended with a score of 1:2 in favor of Vietnam.
Aisada Uchugenova, a native of Choloq-Kaiyn, has fulfilled her dream by conquering Aconcagua in South America. Aconcagua, which stands at 6,962 meters, holds an important place as the highest point in both Argentina and all of South America.
Nazgul Kulmurzaeva, a resident of the village of Kara-Burgon, has been working as a teacher for 35 years. She is a mathematics and computer science teacher, continuing the work of her father, the renowned educator Bektur Kulmurzaev, who made a significant contribution to the development of the school.
Zhyrgalbek Mamytkanov, who has been working in the field of education for 26 years, lives in the village of Sary-Kamysh, located in the Ak-Su district of the Issyk-Kul region. At the J. Subanbekov school, he conducts classes in drawing and labor.
The film industry in Kyrgyzstan is actively developing today: about 70% of distribution certificates are issued to local producers. This was stated in an interview with AKIpress by Mirbek Mambetaliev, the Minister of Culture. “Our Kyrgyz cinema is in demand, audiences willingly attend films, but we need state support,” he noted.
According to a report by the United Nations, the global economic output is expected to grow by 2.7% in 2026. This figure is slightly lower than the forecast for 2025, which was 2.8%, and significantly below the pre-pandemic average of 3.2%. According to the UN News Service, last year the resilience of the global economy to a sharp increase in tariffs in the U.S., supported by stable consumer spending and declining inflation, helped maintain growth rates.
Precipitation is not expected in the territory of Kyrgyzstan. In Bishkek, the temperature will drop to -5 degrees at night and rise to +8 during the day.
In the "Unusual Names" section, we introduce you to Altynchach Osmonalieva, a resident of the village of Togolok Moldо, located in the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region. Altynchach has been working in the education sector for 9 years. She was born on February 11, 1975, in the same village. From 1981 to 1992, she studied at the Zhorobek Satylganov school, and then, from 1992 to 1995, she continued her education at the Naryn Pedagogical University named after Kadyrbai
The match between the youth national team of Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam took place on January 9 at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. In the first half, Marlen Murzakhmatov converted a penalty, allowing the team to equalize, but in the second half of the match, the Kyrgyz team conceded another goal and could not restore balance. The next match for the Kyrgyzstan national team will be on January 12 against Jordan.
A special operation conducted by the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan led to the dismantling of a transnational drug trafficking group. This information was announced by the ministry's press service. The group, according to the investigation, consisted of citizens from Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Kazakhstan, and Tajikistan. As a result of the operation, seven individuals were detained, and one of the suspects has been placed on an international wanted list.
As part of the second round of the Asian Cup, which is taking place in Saudi Arabia, the youth national football team of Kyrgyzstan (U-23) suffered a defeat against their Vietnamese opponents. The match took place on January 9, and its outcome was not easy for the Kyrgyz team.
According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), the bombings were aimed at targets associated with the "Hezbollah" group. The IDF press service confirmed that the attacks were a response to "constant violations" of the ceasefire conditions by "Hezbollah." During the operations, launchers, missile systems, and military facilities used by this group were targeted.
Not far from Trinidad in the Caribbean Sea, U.S. authorities have begun an operation to seize the tanker Olina. This marks the fifth such action in recent weeks aimed at controlling the export of Venezuelan oil, as reported by two U.S. government representatives to Reuters. According to an industry source, the vessel Olina, which, according to Equasis database, improperly used the flag of East Timor, left Venezuela and was heading back to the region.
Former President Yoon Suk Yeol may face the death penalty or life imprisonment in connection with his failed attempt to impose martial law in the country in 2024. Additionally, he has been charged with several criminal offenses, including obstructing the execution of an arrest warrant and abuse of power. According to Reuters, the special prosecutor claims that Yoon, along with Defense Minister Kim Yong Hyun, began developing a plan to suspend the parliament and seize legislative powers as early
Protests in Iran, triggered by economic difficulties, have been ongoing for nearly two weeks. Clashes between protesters and police are becoming regular, and human rights organizations accuse Iranian security forces of shooting at demonstrators. The country is experiencing internet outages. The Persian service of the BBC confirmed reports of 22 fatalities, while Iranian authorities reported six killed security personnel.
A powerful storm has hit the western coast of Turkey, causing serious problems in several provinces, local media reports. Due to the adverse weather conditions, the authorities in Kocaeli decided to temporarily suspend classes in educational institutions.
In the Virunga area, a well-known national park located in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, where armed conflicts have persisted for a long time, twins of mountain gorillas have been born, as reported by BBC News. This event is significant for zoology, as the mountain gorillas residing in this park are among the last individuals of their species, which is endangered.
An interdepartmental working group has been formed in Kazakhstan to analyze the project of the Almaty – Issyk-Kul highway, as reported by Tengrinews.kz. Members of the group include representatives from various organizations, including the Ministry of Ecology, the Ministry of Transport, the National Chamber of Entrepreneurs "Atameken," and the Border Service of the National Security Committee.
According to information provided by the official representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry, Maria Zakharova, Donald Trump has decided to release two Russians who were on the tanker "Marinera," which was detained during a U.S. operation. Zakharova emphasized that the Russian side welcomes this decision and expresses gratitude to the American authorities.
In the city of Osh, an update of the irrigation infrastructure is planned on Alymbeka Datka Street. This was reported by the press service of the mayor's office of the southern capital. According to the provided data, Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev visited the site where work is being done to cut down damaged trees on Alymbeka Datka.
- According to the National Statistical Committee, during the first ten months of 2025, Kyrgyzstan imported 3,300 units of road and construction machinery from China, totaling $141 million. This significantly exceeds the results of the same period in 2024, when only 1,500 units of machinery were imported, costing $52 million. In addition to China, several other countries also supply road and construction machinery to Kyrgyzstan:
Based on data published by the National Statistical Committee, there has been a significant reduction in the import of weighing equipment from China to Kyrgyzstan in the first ten months of 2025, which decreased by 2.4 times. According to the agency's information, from January to October, the country imported 46,000 units of weighing equipment worth 2.1 million US dollars. This figure is significantly lower than in the same period of 2024, when 112,000 units of equipment were supplied,
According to information from the Republican Center for Health Promotion, more than 76% of citizens of Kyrgyzstan lead a sedentary lifestyle. After the holiday season, it's the perfect time to pay attention to your health and increase physical activity.
- The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic has presented a draft resolution for public discussion, which proposes a temporary ban on the export of scrap and waste of ferrous metals, as well as chargeable ingots for re-melting. According to this draft, the ban will be in effect for six months and will cover goods corresponding to code 7204 of the EAEU customs classification.
Meizbubu Myrsalieva, a 74-year-old resident of the Talas region, recently ran 3 kilometers at a recent marathon. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, she spoke about her roots, having been born in the village of Boo-Terek in the Bakai-Ata district. Her father worked in education for many years, serving as a school principal. The family had seven children, six of whom became teachers after receiving higher education.
A fatal traffic accident occurred in the Sokuluk district, according to information from the State Traffic Safety Department of Chui region. On the night of January 8, on the Bishkek — Osh highway, near the village of Romanovka, the driver of a Subaru Legacy collided at high speed with a Kia Optima and fled the scene of the accident.
During the first ten months of 2025, Kyrgyzstan significantly increased its import of washing machines from China, which rose by 67%. This data was released by the National Statistical Committee. According to the committee's information, from January to October of this year, the country received 96,000 washing machines from China, amounting to $14.7 million. Compared to the same period in 2024, when 57,000 units worth $8.7 million were imported, the growth is indeed impressive.
At the moment, the team is conducting training camps in Bishkek, which will conclude on January 11. The extended squad includes 17 players. After completing the training in Bishkek, the team will head to Indonesia, where they will undergo the final stage of their preparation.
The composition of the youth national football team of Kyrgyzstan for the upcoming match against the team of Vietnam has been determined. This match of the second round of the group stage of the Asian Cup (U-23) will take place today, January 9, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
A video has appeared on social media where drivers express their dissatisfaction with the work of parking attendants in Kara-Suu, located in the Osh region. Car owners complain that they are being charged for parking at a rate that exceeds the officially established tariff.
