At the start of the week, no precipitation is expected in Bishkek, according to meteorologists. January 12 is predicted to be sunny. At night, the temperature will be around zero, while during the day it is expected to reach +13 degrees.
On January 11, 1959, in Bishkek, which at that time was called Frunze, a record low temperature was recorded. According to the resource "Weather and Climate," the temperature reached −25.5 degrees. Notably, the warmest January 11 was in 1987, when the temperature rose to +16.6 degrees.
In the southern capital of Kyrgyzstan, the city of Osh, the construction of a new greenhouse is actively underway. This information was announced by the press service of the local mayor's office. According to available data, the construction materials for this greenhouse were imported from South Korea, and the completion of all work is planned for February 15.
At the "King Abdullah Sports City" stadium, the youth football team of Kyrgyzstan faced a setback, losing to the team from Vietnam with a score of 1:2. The only goal for Kyrgyzstan was scored by Marlen Murzakhmatov.
No precipitation is expected in Kyrgyzstan. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature will drop to −3 degrees at night and rise to +12 during the day.
In the foothills of the Sokuluk district, a group of tourists made an unexpected discovery by seeing the first snowdrops. This event took place in early January 2026 during one of the hiking excursions. Nature enthusiast Alexander Sosin noted: “I saw these spring flowers for the first time so early.”
A month ago, Australia initiated one of the most notable social experiments of the last decade by introducing a law that restricts access to social networks for teenagers under 16 years old. In a study conducted by the BBC, it was revealed how this step has affected family life. The results were mixed, ranging from a sense of long-awaited freedom to attempts to bypass the restrictions.
In the city of Osh, the transformation of the Alisher Navoi Park into a modern recreational area is planned. This was reported by the press service of the mayor's office of the southern region. According to the provided data, Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev has instructed the renovation of the park to create favorable conditions for local residents and visitors to the city.
For several days, residents of the Jayil district have been witnessing a remarkable natural phenomenon, reports Turmush correspondent. “Every morning, frost falls on the ground. Trees, bushes, houses, and cars are transformed, reminiscent of New Year celebrations and childhood fairy tales. As soon as the wind blows, the ice crystals scatter, falling to the ground. It’s time to seize the moment and capture this beauty in photos,” shared her impressions Svetlana Sergeeva, a resident of Kara-Balta.
According to the National Statistical Committee, from January to October 2025, the average income of Kyrgyz citizens amounted to 42,919 soms, which is equivalent to $491.3. This figure is 19.2% higher compared to the same period in 2024. Taking into account the level of inflation, the real growth of wages reached 10.4%.
From January 9 to 11, a check of construction sites for compliance with safety standards is being conducted in Bishkek. According to the press service of the Ministry of Construction, the main objectives of this monitoring are to improve the quality of construction work, prevent violations of legislation, and ensure safety for citizens.
In the Kadamjay district, within the Masaliev rural community, there is a mysterious place known as "Pata Tash." This site is associated with amazing legends and myths about stones. Local residents recount that between 1939 and 1950, during the construction of the Chon-Alaï—Uch-Korgon road, the stones from the "Pata-Tash" area were subjected to explosions and loaded onto trucks. However, when it came time to unload them, the stones stubbornly refused to fall to the ground.
Turmush continues to introduce readers to the residents of Kyrgyzstan who have interesting names. Researchers and tradition keepers believe that the name given at birth can influence a person's fate. Today, we focus on 30-year-old Edelweiss Jumabay kyzy, who was born in the village of Sary-Tash in the Alaï district and currently resides in the city of Osh.
The press service of the Naryn Electric Power Station reported plans to increase the capacity of the power grids by 5 kilowatts. This change will affect 61,200 subscribers who receive electricity from this enterprise. According to the information received, the modernization work will be completed within one to two days. The capacity increase will occur in stages due to technical reasons, and the company urges subscribers to be understanding of this.
Gulgaky Toktobaeva, a 25-year-old resident of the village of Rahmanjan in the Nooken district of the Jalal-Abad region, has become the latest heroine of the project "Zheneke." She shared that her husband is a close friend of her older brother.
The Kyrgyz State Breeding Farm has harvested nearly 500 tons of silage, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. According to the information from the ministry, the enterprise has been actively developing in recent years thanks to government support, expanding its production capabilities.
On January 16, an exhibition titled "Anatomy of Human Emotions" will open at the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev in Bishkek, organized by contemporary artist Ilgiz Edilson. The exhibition will be open to visitors until February 1. According to the organizers, the exhibition focuses on the exploration of human emotions. The artist conveys a multitude of emotional states, including joy, trust, anxiety, and fear, through color, form, and spatial design. Visitors
In Almaty, the first crematorium in the history of Kazakhstan will soon begin operations. This information was provided by the city's public health department, as reported by Tengrinews.kz. On January 9, the Ministry of Justice registered a new order from the Ministry of National Economy, which amends the standard rules regarding burial and maintenance of graves.
From January 9 to 11, monitoring of construction sites is being conducted in Bishkek to check compliance with construction standards and labor protection regulations. This event is initiated by Nurdana Oruntaev, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic. Control over the inspections is carried out by the State Department of Architectural and Construction Control, which is subordinate to the Ministry of Construction. During the
The city administration of Osh has announced a new requirement for café and restaurant owners: they are now obligated to create parking zones for their customers. According to information posted in the official announcement, all catering establishments and commercial entities must ensure the availability of parking spaces for visitors.
650 tons of coal have arrived in Naryn, as reported by the local mayor's office. Out of the total volume, 550 tons have already been distributed among municipal fuel bases.
At the international CES 2026 exhibition in Las Vegas, Kyrgyzstan showcased its achievements in the field of artificial intelligence, among which stands out the KaniTTS speech synthesis model developed by the startup NineNineSix. KaniTTS is an open-source solution that provides real-time natural speech generation. According to the developers, this technology outperforms similar solutions, such as ElevenLabs, OpenAI, and Google, in speed by three times and in cost by up to ten times.
Starting January 8, methane filling stations in Uzbekistan will begin operating on a limited schedule, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Energy of the Republic. This decision has been made due to the observed decrease in pressure in the main gas pipelines.
Some holidays will not be non-working days The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration has announced the working and non-working days in 2026.
He is accused of ties to an organized crime group Kudret Taychabarov, the former director of the Bishkek Free Economic Zone, will remain in custody until February 8, 2026. This was reported by his lawyer, Pamira Suranbaeva.
In the village of On eki-Moynok, located in the Nookat district of the Osh region, the construction of a new modern school has been completed. This information was provided by the Ministry of Construction. According to the agency's data, 115 million soms were allocated from the state budget for the implementation of this project.
The increase in electricity consumption limits in the Naryn region has become possible thanks to a decision by the Ministry of Energy, which raised the previously established limit from 189,648 kWh to 264,312 kWh. This measure is aimed at improving electricity supply and stabilizing energy supply in the region. It is part of a comprehensive approach to ensuring the reliable operation of the energy system of the Kyrgyz Republic during peak loads.
Throughout the first quarter of 2023, from January 1 to April 1, law enforcement officers in Bishkek are conducting a preventive operation called "Arsenal." According to the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the capital, this event is aimed at ensuring the safety of the population and combating crimes related to the illegal circulation of weapons. The main task of the operation is to identify and suppress cases of illegal storage, carrying, and sale of firearms, traumatic
Photo from the internet. Idris Elba stars in the series 'Hijacked Flight' From January 12 to 18, streaming platforms and TV channels will delight viewers with a series of long-awaited premieres. This month, there will be an opportunity to dive back into the world of 'Game of Thrones', see spy dramas set in 1970s Moscow, as well as continuations of popular anime series. 1 ‘Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight’, fantasy, premiere (January 16)
On the evening of January 24, an event in memory of the artist Chingiz Aydarov will take place at the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. This was reported by representatives of the KNMII. “We invite everyone to an open mic evening to remember Chingiz. This will be an opportunity to share memories and speak about him as a person and an artist,” the museum emphasized.
In the picturesque gorges of the Naryn region, located in the eponymous area, there is a pasture called Eki-Bala. This place attracts both locals and foreign tourists. According to information received from a Turmush correspondent, the pasture is situated in the upper reaches of the village of Eki-Naryn, in the rural district of Ortok, on the way to the remote settlement of Oruk-Tam.
The ring road will be built in Osh, at the intersection of Mamyrava and Amir-Timur streets, as reported by the city administration. According to information from the authorities, this area is known for a high level of road traffic accidents.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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 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.
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.
The New York Times has published a list of the 52 best travel destinations for 2026, which includes the Tian Shan Mountains located in Kyrgyzstan. Illustrative photo This mountain range took the 31st position in the ranking. The included Kyrgyz Nomad Trail runs from east to west across the country, connecting picturesque lakes, high mountain passes, and small villages, as well as yurt camps that operate during the season.
The drawing, which is believed to belong to Leonardo da Vinci, has been found to contain traces of DNA, according to a publication by DW. Preliminary results of the study demonstrated a connection between the sample on the sheet and genetic material related to the artist's family. However, the data obtained requires further verification.
Donald Trump, the President of the United States, has decided to release two Russians who were aboard the tanker "Marinera." According to reports, the crew of the vessel consisted of 17 Ukrainians, six Georgians, and three Indians in addition to the Russians. As reported by the official representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry, Maria Zakharova, this step was taken in response to a request from the Russian side. She noted that the Russian side welcomes this decision and expresses