In the UK, a new law has been passed that prohibits fast food advertising aimed at children. According to The Guardian, this law restricts the airing of commercials for unhealthy food both online and on television.
In Kyrgyzstan, clear weather without precipitation is expected. In the capital, Bishkek, the night will be cold with a temperature of −3 degrees, while during the day the air will warm up to +8.
At a fishing auction in Tokyo, a new record was set: a bluefin tuna weighing 243 kilograms was sold for an impressive 510 million yen, equivalent to $3.2 million. This auction marked the first of 2023 at the Tokyo Toyosu market. Photo Reuters
Long weekends can lead to dangerous situations According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, with the onset of the long winter holidays, it is important for parents to pay attention to the safety of their children. The department noted that during this period, schoolchildren spend significantly more time outdoors and interact with their peers.
According to information from the World Health Organization (WHO), every two minutes, one woman dies from cervical cancer. WHO experts are confident that the disease can be completely eradicated. To achieve this goal, 90% of girls need to be vaccinated, 70% of women should undergo screening, and most patients should receive the necessary treatment.
The Kara-Burgon Library will now bear the name of Shaarbübü Turdumambetova, a renowned public figure. According to a Turmush correspondent, this decision was made based on an initiative proposed by the late woman's grandson, Farhat Öskönbaev. In the library where Shaarbübü worked for 12 years, the initiative received support from the local council deputies. As a result, her descendants provided the library with the necessary equipment for its operations, and a ceremonial event took place
On January 12, a concert dedicated to the outstanding composer and honored artist of the Kyrgyz SSR, Ryspay Abdykadyrov, will take place at the Kyrgyz National Philharmonic named after T. Satylganov. As part of the event, a documentary film will be presented, telling about the life and work of the composer, and young performers from the National Philharmonic will perform his musical works.
According to international air quality monitoring data, Bishkek has once again found itself among the five most polluted megacities in the world. In the current ranking, the capital of Kyrgyzstan occupies the 4th place with an air quality index (AQI) of 236, which is classified as "very harmful to health." At the moment, the list of cities with the worst air quality is as follows:
President Sadyr Japarov has approved a number of amendments to the existing decrees regarding military uniforms for servicemen of the Armed Forces, as well as employees of other military structures and state bodies. The innovations also affected the employees of the State National Security Committee (GKNB), with the exception of the Border Service. In particular, a dark blue color has been approved for certain elements of their uniform. Clarifications have been made to the requirements for the
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan is focused on integrating digital technologies into the work of state and municipal institutions as part of its National Program until 2030. According to the presented plans, a number of tools based on artificial intelligence will be developed in the country to help analyze draft regulatory legal acts (NLA). One of the key tasks will be the implementation of machine-readable law, which will allow for the identification of outdated, contradictory, or
According to data from the National Statistical Committee, last year women accounted for 46.3% of the total number of officially registered unemployed in Kyrgyzstan. The registered unemployment rate compared to the working-age population reached 1.4%. The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration reports that in 2025, 58.6 thousand citizens turned to employment services, of which 39.8 thousand were officially registered as unemployed.
In anticipation of the New Year, a competition dedicated to the creative decoration of buses was held at the municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport." As a result of the event, winners were determined among the route drivers:
On January 6, a new bridge on J. Shamsiyev Street in Osh was put into operation, as reported by the press service of the mayor's office. The length of the bridge is 21 meters, and the width is 9 meters. Sidewalks have been arranged on both sides of the structure, green zones have been created, irrigation ditches have been installed, and water pipes have been laid. A complete reconstruction of J. Shamsiyev Street has also been carried out, which is now widened to 22 meters and has four
On Razzakov Street, 24, in Bishkek, at the intersection with Chokmorov Street, another historical building was demolished. This was reported by the activist group "BishkekSmog". In early January, they noticed preparatory work, which was later confirmed by urban defender Iskander Burkanov.
Continuation of the fight against poaching
In the Leilek district of the Batken region, in the rural municipality of Kulundu, two Mercedes-Benz Sprinter minibuses were handed over for the needs of children with disabilities and schoolchildren. As reported by the chairman of the Kulundin rural council, Abdijapar Dosov, these vehicles were provided at the initiative of the chairman of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev.
The winter tourist season is actively continuing at the Karakol ski base. This was reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region. According to the regional police, the number of tourists visiting the recreation area daily currently reaches between 3,500 and 4,500 people.
The Jalal-Abad Regional Philharmonic named after Toktosun Tynibekov now has a new leader. The director of the philharmonic is 48-year-old Nasirdin Tegin Asylbek Tölön uulu, who will be on probation for three months. The new appointment was announced on December 29, 2025 by the Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, Soyuzbek Nadyrbekov.
Today, the mayor of the Osh region, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, officially opened the bridge on J. Shamsiyev Street after the completion of its major renovation. According to the press service of the mayor's office, the ceremony was attended by representatives of local authorities as well as residents of the city. The bridge, which is 9 meters long and 21 meters wide, is now equipped with sidewalks on both sides, has green areas, installed irrigation ditches, and laid water supply pipes. The
The competitions are traditionally characterized by their dynamism and spectacle From January 18 to 24, 2026, Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, will host the Youth World Ice Hockey Championship for players under 20 years old (IIHF Division III-B). This information was provided by the Ice Hockey Federation of Kyrgyzstan.
A new master plan for Bishkek is currently in the approval stage. The main provisions of the document are likely to remain unchanged, although adjustments may be made after public discussions. Capital Development PlanThe master plan emphasizes multi-story housing, which will account for over 60% of all new construction. High-rise buildings, defined as those with nine stories or more, will make up nearly half of this volume, while mid-rise buildings will constitute about 11%. The share of
He urged citizens not to pressure inspection staff The head of the municipal inspection, Myrlan Taalaibekov (Tsarikaev), shared on social media about the situation where his staff faces intimidation and calls to "high-ranking" individuals. According to him, such actions undermine trust in the inspection and demoralize those who honestly fulfill their duties.
Interview of Asel Sherniyazova with Kate Winslet. The film Goodbye, June marks Kate Winslet's first experience as a director. The premiere took place on December 12 in limited release, and on December 24, it became available on Netflix for audiences worldwide.
According to the results of the study, women working in rural areas spend an average of 6.5 hours a day on household chores, while urban women dedicate about 5 hours to this. The National Statistical Committee provided these figures based on a sample survey of time budgets. Every day, women spend approximately 4 hours and 40 minutes on household tasks, which accounts for more than 19.4% of the total hours in a day. At the same time, men spend only 3.8% or less than one hour on this. In rural
html A cultural evening titled "Let's Sing Together" took place in Batken, organized to make the New Year holidays more vibrant. According to representatives of the city administration, the event was held in the central square, where a New Year tree was set up and a cozy public space was created for the residents.
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has initiated a public discussion on a new project concerning the approval of rules intended for the submission of copies of rulings on administrative offenses recorded using automated photo and video recording cameras. According to the proposed document, it pertains to violations identified using certified technical means operating in automatic mode. Copies of rulings, as well as accompanying documents, are planned to be sent in electronic format
Zhiparkul Bayseitova, a resident of Balikchy, shared her story about how she lived in dangerous conditions for a long time and how her life has drastically changed. “For 35 years, I lived in a barrack that was only two meters away from the railway. This house was very old and could collapse at any moment. Six families lived in this barrack. Last year, railway workers came and demanded that we vacate our home, stating that it was on their territory. We were scared that we would be left without
In Osh, starting from February 2025, questions arose regarding the fate of the wood and the income from its sale due to the cutting down of hundreds of trees under the pretext of losing their biofunctional properties. The head of the Landscaping and Improvement Plant, Azamat Sovetbekov, noted that it was agreed with the city council to cut down 1,430 trees on Kurmanjan-Datka Street. Preparatory work began at the end of 2024, and the actual cutting started in early 2025. Independent experts were
In 2025, the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic presented two significant musicals — "Raymaly and Begimai" and "Jamilya." A budget of 10 million soms was allocated for the creation of the first one, and its commercial success amounted to about 30 million soms. This was reported by the Minister of Culture, Mirbek Mambetaliyev, in an interview with AKIpress. “We held 15 performances of the musical ‘Raymaly and Begimai’ in Bishkek, all of which had full houses. Recently,
Photo from the internet The period before Christmas is a great time for divination about a future life partner or fate. The Holy Days, which last from January 7 to 19, are considered especially suitable for such rituals. These two weeks are sacred for Orthodox Christians, and during this time, it is customary to make wishes and perform various rituals.
The Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, Mirbek Mambetaliev, shared details about plans to increase salaries for cultural workers in an interview with AKIpress. He reported that starting from April of this year, all budget employees involved in education and culture will receive a salary increase of 50%. Additionally, the Ministry of Culture has proposed an initiative to increase bonuses for its employees.
The village of Krasnaya Rechka, located in the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region, was founded in 1907 as part of Stolypin's agrarian reform and resettlement policy. Previously, a correspondent from Turmush covered the history of the village and the first settlers. This time, Nurmanbet Nurai Kankozhoeva, the acting head of Library No. 3 in the village of Krasnaya Rechka, shared with the Turmush correspondent the story of the initial steps in creating the village club and hospital.
From February 4 to 13, the Asian Road Cycling Championship will take place in Saudi Arabia, and the national team of Kyrgyzstan has already begun training in Balykchy.
According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region, winter tourist bases in the region have become more popular among guests from Uzbekistan. According to law enforcement data, on weekends, police officers ensure order and safety at these resorts. After the New Year holidays, there has been a noticeable increase in the number of vacationers at the ski bases of Chiyrchyq and Kara-Koy, where most tourists have come specifically from Uzbekistan.
In the village of Kara-Burgon, located in the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region, a local hunter has shot a large wolf, reports Turmush correspondent. According to the information received, on the evening of January 4, Edil Üsönov, a doctor at the Orozbek Köközov Center for General Medical Practice and a resident of the village of Bayetov, shot the wolf again in the Tereng-Koo area, near the Bayetov – Kosh-Döbö highway, in the territory of Kara-Burgon.
The gray tracksuit from Nike, in which Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was detained, has become a real hit in the United States market. For several days, this fleece set has been actively discussed by users on social media.
Starting in 2026, a new Criminal Code came into effect in Indonesia that prohibits extramarital intimate relationships. According to Reuters, violations of this law are punishable by imprisonment for up to one year.
As part of his working trip to the Jayyl district, the presidential envoy in the Chui region, Azamat Osmonov, visited the existing livestock market. During the inspection, it was established that the market does not meet the established sanitary, veterinary, and infrastructure standards, making it unsuitable for the keeping and sale of agricultural animals.
In the village of Tash-Döbö, located in the rural district of Arashan in the Alamudun region, the Cup of the village administration was held for the traditional game of kok-boru, with many teams of different ages participating, reports Turmush correspondents. The opening ceremony of the tournament began with wishes of good luck to the teams from the head of the village administration of Arashan, Samat Bolgonbaev, who also called on all participants for fair and united play. The elders expressed
On December 31 of last year, the Call Center Kaktus.media received complaints from residents of the "Ak-Tilek-2" residential area. “We live in conditions that can only be described as real filth. We don’t know where to turn to solve this problem. This area looks like a village, even though we are in Bishkek. There is no asphalt, and it is impossible to move around the streets due to constant mud and slush, especially after they laid the water pipes. The contractor clearly did not
In the Chui region, there is a strong fog, which significantly reduces visibility on the roads. The Traffic Safety Administration of the region warns drivers to exercise caution. Due to the worsening weather conditions, drivers are strongly advised to follow traffic rules, maintain a safe distance between vehicles, and switch to winter tires.
On January 6, a record low temperature was recorded in Bishkek in 1956. According to the resource "Weather and Climate," this day became the coldest with a temperature of −29.3 degrees. The warmest January 6 was in 1940, when the temperature rose to +16.7 degrees.
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the Patrol Police Service is implementing a preventive campaign called "Pedestrian." This initiative aims to reduce the number of road traffic accidents involving pedestrians. According to law enforcement agencies, within the framework of this raid, police officers are recording violations of traffic rules and drawing up corresponding protocols under Article 190 of the Code of Offenses. At the same time, they are conducting explanatory work with
Photo from the internet Orthodox believers in Kyrgyzstan will celebrate an important religious holiday tomorrow, January 7 — the Nativity of Christ. This day is an official holiday in the country and marks the end of the 40-day Christmas fast, as well as the conclusion of the January holidays. Origins of the Holiday Photo from the internet Christmas is established in honor of the birth of Jesus Christ, whom believers consider the Savior. He was born in the small town of Bethlehem, located in
In the Suusamyr Valley, one of the locals encountered a marmot, which came as a real surprise. Talgat, speaking with a Turmush correspondent, shared his impressions of the encounter that took place in December 2025. In the snowy mountains, he noticed a solitary marmot that was on an open slope instead of in its usual winter sleep. “I guided it to the nearest burrow, and it quickly disappeared inside. But its behavior was strange — the marmot did not try to run away and showed no fear of humans.
A man became a victim of a muskrat attack while sport fishing for trout. According to eyewitness accounts, the incident occurred when Arthur Sedov, known in the fishing community of Kyrgyzstan as "The Asian Traveler", was fishing for trout at one of the fish farms near Tokmok. Muskrats are common in this area, and local fishermen even complain that these animals, by digging burrows, cause water breaches in the dams. "When I noticed that a muskrat had caught on my hook, I decided
Operations may be suspended if there are suspicions, and the information will be forwarded to the financial intelligence service. Starting from January 14 of this year, exchange offices in Bishkek will require information about the source of funds for currency transactions. This innovation has become part of the regulatory act of the National Bank, adopted on December 19 of last year.
In 2025, 63 new facilities were put into operation in Kyrgyzstan as part of the agricultural industry development program, which includes enterprises for the processing of agricultural products and trade-logistics infrastructure. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, among the new facilities are trade-logistics centers, grain processing enterprises, as well as those for processing fruits, vegetables, and the production of milk, meat, fish, wool, and vegetable oil. Organic production