At the meeting of the committee on labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues, Deputy Eldar Sulaymanov raised the issue of the necessity of opening a maternity ward in Kyzyl-Kyshtak, located in the Osh region. According to him, the maternity ward, which was closed in April 2025, has created problems for local women, forcing them to travel to the city for childbirth, which carries the risk of not arriving at the hospital in time. Meanwhile, urban maternity hospitals are experiencing
At a recent public hearing dedicated to the master plan for the development of Bishkek until 2050, emphasis was placed on the placement of medical facilities and the accessibility of emergency care. The press service of the city mayor's office reported this. Dmitry Pereyaslavsky, an expert in urban greening, expressed concerns about relocating medical facilities outside the central part of the city after reviewing the master plan materials.
At a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Mongolia, the First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Development, Enkhbayar Jadamba, outlined priorities for improving management at the Development Bank. The main focuses are on reducing the volume of non-repayable loans, increasing transparency, and enhancing the management of special assets. As part of this initiative, a meeting of the bank's Board of Directors is scheduled for December 25, 2025, where structural changes will
The women's national volleyball team of Kyrgyzstan has successfully reached the final of the international tournament taking place in the Maldives. The Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Cup is currently being held in the capital of the Maldives, Male, where four national teams are participating.
On December 25, the Cabinet of Ministers signed Resolution No. 835, which extends the New Year holidays until January 12. Previously, the Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration proposed to make January 8 and 9, 2026, days off for employees working in state and municipal institutions, as well as for those employed in budgetary enterprises who adhere to a five-day work schedule. In this regard, it was planned to:
In the Issyk-Kul region, a suspect was detained for attempting to forcibly seize a foreign citizen. This became known from a report by the local internal affairs department. The incident attracted public attention after a video surfaced on Instagram on December 24, 2025, showing an attempt to forcibly place a foreigner into a car. This case was recorded in the log of the Issyk-Kul District Internal Affairs Department, which served as the basis for initiating an investigation and operational
In the village of Dolon, located in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, traditional winter recreation has begun, reports Turmush correspondent. Every year during the cold season, Lake Dolon freezes over, and local residents start ice skating.
The United World Wrestling (UWW) has published the final world ranking for 2025. In this list of the best wrestlers in the world, there are nine representatives from Kyrgyzstan.
Illustrative photo. On the night of December 23 to 24, a tragic event occurred in Tajikistan: two servicemen of the border troops were killed as a result of a clash with terrorists who illegally crossed the border from Afghanistan. This was reported by the press service of the State National Security Committee of Tajikistan. The clash took place at border post No. 5 "Sad" in the Shamsiddin Shohin district. At 11:30 PM on December 23, three militants crossed the border, and by 11:15
During searches conducted at the home of a 35-year-old woman named Ch.J. in the Issyk-Ata district, as well as in her car, more than 800 counterfeit documents and 10 seals of state institutions of Kyrgyzstan were seized. A criminal case has been initiated under Article 379 (Forgery of Documents) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.
Gabbard also noted that the "war instigators" from the deep state, as well as their propaganda media, are trying to undermine President Trump's peace efforts regarding Ukraine and, consequently, Europe. She added that according to U.S. intelligence, Russia is not capable of occupying even Ukraine, let alone attacking European countries. She accused Reuters of spreading "lies and propaganda" aimed at "stirring up hysteria and fear among the population." In
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the Minister of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations announced plans to revise the contract policy for universities. This decision was a response to students' complaints about high tuition fees. Deputy Ulukbek Karybek uulu emphasized that despite the high costs, the quality of education leaves much to be desired. He inquired with Gulzat Isamatova about plans to address this issue.
- The total area of Bishkek is 41,081.3 hectares, of which 31% is in private hands, as reported by Irina Grishechkina, Deputy Director for Project Issues at the Institute of Urban Planning, during the discussion of the city’s master plan until 2050. According to her report, 60% of the land remains unregistered in the unified state cadastral system, 5% of the land belongs to municipal authorities, and 4% is under state management.
According to Kristi Noem, immigrants must use the CBP Home app to receive payments. Funding will only be transferred after their return is confirmed. Earlier, in May, this department announced the launch of a program under which illegal immigrants could receive $1,000 plus compensation for their ticket. The agency emphasized that such measures would help save an average of $17,100 that would be required for the search, detention, and forced deportation of migrants.
In accordance with the new changes, Article 232(1) has been renamed and is now called "Hunting, intentional destruction, as well as illegal acquisition, storage, transfer, or sale of the snow leopard (Central Asian leopard)." Previously, it was titled "Hunting and intentional destruction of the snow leopard." The updated provisions of the Criminal Code introduce stricter penalties: hunting and other specified actions now carry fines ranging from 1200 to 1800 calculation
In early December, the European Commission added the Russian Federation to the list of countries with "strategic deficiencies" in combating terrorism financing and money laundering, reports Ulysmedia.kz. Experts note that banks in Kazakhstan, as well as financial institutions in Tajikistan and Oman, have begun to conduct more thorough checks of transactions related to Russian citizens. At the same time, institutions in Armenia and Serbia have even started to temporarily suspend
In his speech at the 4th People's Kurultai, Kubanychbek Estebesov emphasized the need for radical transformations in the education system. He noted that the transition to a 12-year education system is not accompanied by sufficient measures to stimulate students' interest in knowledge. From a class of 30-35 students, only 5-10 show activity in lessons, the delegate added. Estebesov proposed abandoning educational models based on socialist and communist principles and moving to a format
Recently, an event called Lighting Up Rox Center took place at Rox Center, organized by RCA Living. More than 300 people participated, including management and representatives of key strategic partners supporting the Royal Central Park project. This event was an excellent opportunity to strengthen partnerships ahead of the New Year, as well as a sincere gesture of gratitude to partners for their support and collaboration. It also provided a chance to discuss the development plans for the next
In the village of Komsomol, where there is a school with 250 places, 1100 students are currently studying in three shifts, reported Urmatbek Albanov, a delegate of the People's Kurultai from Sokuluk, on December 25. He raised the issue of starting the construction of a new school in the village of Ak-Jol in the Manas rural administration.
According to reports, Kazakhs decided to check this QR code with their phones and found that instead of leading to the brand's website, it opened a resource dedicated to gambling. It turned out that the "surprise" affected both small and large packages of Oreo cookies. A correspondent from Kursiv LifeStyle decided to find out what is happening with the QR code at the moment. As a result, it was discovered that the online casino indicated by the code is no longer accessible, but
The availability of pills for combating obesity could significantly expand the market for therapies, making treatment more accessible and less costly, experts claim, according to a report by Euronews. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved the oral version of Wegovy, a drug that has become the first tablet-based weight loss medication, now giving Novo Nordisk a competitive edge over Eli Lilly, which is still awaiting approval for its drug orforglipron.
At the meeting on December 25, the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh discussed the agreement with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development regarding the project "Expansion of the Wastewater Treatment Plant in the city of Osh." It is important to note that the EBRD previously implemented two phases of the "Rehabilitation of Water Supply and Sewerage Systems" program in Osh, within which the second phase of the treatment facilities was modernized with a capacity of
On December 22 and 23, the Championship of Kyrgyzstan in Greco-Roman wrestling took place in Bishkek. Ten sets of medals were contested in the competition.
At the IV People's Kurultai, the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, expressed concern that young people are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence for help with their academic assignments. In his opinion, this could negatively impact the level of education. In this regard, he proposed the need to create new legislative initiatives in this area. The Speaker also emphasized that one of the main tasks of the Jogorku Kenesh of the VIII convocation is to provide
P. Diddy P. Diddy's lawyers have filed a motion requesting the annulment of his sentence or, at the very least, a significant reduction of it. Recall that on December 23, 2024, Judge Arun Subramanian sentenced Combs to 4 years and 2 months in prison. The 56-year-old rapper was found guilty of violating the Mann Act, which prohibits the transportation of individuals across state lines for the purpose of engaging in prostitution. The defense argues that the judge acted improperly, was too
According to the Ministry of Agriculture, the new system will create a unified digital space for interaction between suppliers, responsible specialists of the ministry, and other structural divisions, providing an accessible and open mechanism for participation in the distribution of tariff quotas. Advantages for suppliers:
The Kyrgyzstan national futsal team achieved victory over Moldova. This match took place on December 24 in Yerevan as part of the final round of the international tournament Unibank Cup 2025.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 25, the chairman of the Social Fund, Bakhtiyar Aliyev, noted that pensions in Kyrgyzstan have significantly increased over the past four years. Aliyev reported that the increase in pensions occurred as follows:
At the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh, the Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, presented the main characteristics of the budget for 2026 and announced a significant increase in salaries in the budget sector. Kasymaliev also outlined the key directions of the National Development Program of the Kyrgyz Republic until 2030.
The regional news outlet Turmush continues to present the column "Жеңеке," where we share stories about the lives of young brides and experienced daughters-in-law. Our goal is to highlight the value of family traditions and showcase the talents of married women. This time, the main character is Aijarkyn Timurlanova, who lives in the village of Kichi-Örüktü in the Issyk-Kul region.
On December 22, 2025, as part of a criminal case initiated on suspicion of fraud, as provided for in Article 209, Part 4, Clause 1 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, "D.J.R.M." was detained and placed in the temporary detention facility of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic. Currently, investigative activities are ongoing.
Snowfalls and strong winds are expected across the country, especially in the southern regions, where mixed precipitation and ice are possible. According to meteorologists' forecasts, a change in weather conditions will be observed on December 27: a cold anticyclone from the west will lead to a decrease in precipitation and a drop in air temperature.
As a result of the voting on December 25, the Jogorku Kenesh approved the appointment of Gulzat Isamatova as the Minister of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations. The candidacy was proposed by President Sadyr Japarov.
In Bishkek, on December 25, the IV People's Kurultai will take place at the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic. President Sadyr Japarov will participate in this event. The Kurultai serves as an important platform for interaction between government bodies and citizens, where issues related to the country's development and the establishment of effective feedback with the population will be discussed. On the eve, December 24, a reception for the Kurultai delegates will be
According to Irina Grishechkina, the deputy director for project issues at the Institute of Advanced Urban Planning from St. Petersburg, the area of Bishkek is 41,081.3 hectares, of which almost a third is privately owned. This information was presented during a public discussion of the master plan for the capital's development until 2050. In the report presented, it is stated that 31 percent of the city's territory belongs to private individuals, while 60 percent of the land has not
In the Pidap area, near the village of Orukzar in the Ak-Turpak aiyl aimak of the Kadamjai district in the Batken region, work has begun to study the gas field. On December 20, 2025, the presidential envoy in the Batken region, Aibek Shamenov, conducted an inspection at the site where unused gas wells are located, according to information from the presidential office.
Recent appearances by the president and his schedule have sparked numerous rumors, possibly partly due to his political activities, writes The Guardian. What is Trump's health status?
The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the start of pilot operation of an automated information system (AIS) for processing applications for tariff quotas for the import of certain types of meat. This measure aims to fully transition the quota management process to a digital format, which, in turn, will significantly enhance the transparency of the agency's operations and reduce the likelihood of corruption.
The Chui Chamber Orchestra completed its tour in Osh, Manas, and the Alay region with a performance at the airport in Osh. According to the orchestra, they held their final concert in Alay on December 21 and planned to fly out that night. However, due to unfavorable weather conditions, they are still at the airport.
From December 29 to 31, deputies will be working with voters in various regions of the country. This decision was made at a plenary session held on December 25. In addition, from January 1 to 12, parliamentarians have declared these days as holidays, which means they will return to their duties only on January 12.
According to BBC information, 115 suspects linked to the "Islamic State" have been arrested in Turkey due to their possible involvement in planning attacks during Christmas and New Year. The Istanbul Chief Prosecutor's Office reported that law enforcement conducted operations in more than 120 locations throughout the city, resulting in the detention of most of the suspects. Preliminary data suggests that the alleged holiday attacks were primarily aimed at non-Muslims.
President Sadyr Japarov noted at the IV People's Kurultai that the high mortality rate in road traffic accidents has become a serious state problem. He pointed out that one of the main reasons for accidents is the long-standing practice of selling driver's licenses.
The hockey club "Washington Capitals" has once again found itself in a difficult position, suffering a serious defeat to the "New York Rangers" in a match that ended with a score of 3:7. This marks the sixth loss in the last seven games for the team, creating additional challenges in the fight for a playoff spot.
The Kyrgyzstan Championship in sports wrestling opens its doors today, December 24, in the capital, where a freestyle wrestling tournament will take place. Medals will be contested in five Olympic weight categories: up to 57 kg, up to 65 kg, up to 74 kg, up to 86 kg, and up to 97 kg.
Some drivers make serious mistakes that can damage the engine. For example, the entry of debris into the engine is one of the most common problems. In the engine compartment of a car, dirt and sand particles usually accumulate. During washing, many car enthusiasts do not open the hood, leaving foreign objects near the oil dipstick. Contaminants often accumulate around the hole where the oil dipstick is inserted. When removing the dipstick, drivers may inadvertently disturb the dirt without
The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan has announced its intention to create a registry of unscrupulous participants in the pharmaceutical market. This information was voiced during a meeting between Acting Minister Kanibek Dosmambetov and representatives of the private pharmaceutical sector. During the meeting, current issues regarding the provision of medical institutions with essential medicines were discussed. In the short term, the main task became the elimination of the shortage of
Gulya Kozhokulova, a deputy, proposed to the acting Minister Gulzat Isamatova to reinstate the system whereby graduates who studied at the expense of the state budget were required to work for the government after completing their studies. “Currently, there is a shortage of qualified personnel in the country. It is necessary to make it mandatory for those who graduated from universities on a budget basis to serve. The state should sign contracts with them. This is a similar practice to what
Volodymyr Zelensky President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky announced 20 points of a peace plan discussed with a delegation from the USA during recent negotiations. As reported by "Strana.ua," the president highlighted the key conditions included in this plan:
