Unfortunately, de Souza was hospitalized on Christmas due to kidney failure, and he passed away on January 13. “His lungs began to fill with fluid, and his heart stopped, and he didn’t even make it to dialysis. Although the death certificate has not yet been issued, I suspect the cause was multiple organ failure,” said Arlindo's niece.
During the inspection, the mayor emphasized the importance of coordinated work among all services to ensure effective snow removal in the city. "All services must operate without interruptions," said Junushaliev. The municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" is actively working in an intensified mode. Since early morning, specialized equipment has been deployed on the streets of Bishkek, and the enterprise's employees are working around the clock. For snow removal and the
- During the meeting of the "Ala-Too" parliamentary group on January 16, 2026, member of the Jogorku Kenesh Talaybek Masabirov noted that since Kyrgyzstan's integration into the EAEU, one of the most pressing issues for the export of local products is the lack of necessary infrastructure and laboratory conditions. He emphasized that this concerns not only agricultural products but also the textile industry and other sectors of the economy.
The rise in real estate prices amid stable economic growth is driven not by emotions but by objective factors such as purchasing power and forecasts for future development. This phenomenon is observed in Bishkek, which is currently in a phase of active growth. In the context of rising interest rates, the focus shifts: it is not just about the act of purchasing, but about the ability to take the right position in the market, which helps avoid a decrease in investment efficiency due to the high
He is accused of not vacating his official residence after the end of his term Myrlan Samykozo, a former deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, decided to comment on rumors circulating on social media that he has not vacated his official apartment. He made the corresponding statement on his Facebook page.
On January 3, when Maduro was under arrest in the U.S., Machado, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, declared on X: “The hour of freedom has come.” But shortly after that, Trump stated that his administration would “govern the country until a safe and sensible transition of power is organized.” This statement led to a swift shift from joy to fear and uncertainty among Venezuelans, and even Trump’s meeting with Machado did not bring clarity. What are the next steps for Venezuelans towards freedom?
On January 16, a raid event was conducted in the waters of Lake Issyk-Kul, organized by inspectors from the Issyk-Kul Regional Office of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service. According to information provided by the Ministry of Natural Resources, during the raid, an old 400-meter-long Chinese synthetic net was found and removed, which had been used illegally. This equipment could have significantly harmed the fish stocks in the region.
Yoon Suk-yeol, the former president of South Korea, has been sentenced to five years in prison for obstructing an arrest. According to Yonhap news agency, this sentence is the first in a case related to the declaration of martial law in December 2024. Archive photo. Yoon Suk-yeol, former president of South Korea, sentenced to five years in prison He also faces the death penalty on charges of organizing a rebellion. The Seoul Central District Court ruled that Yoon Suk-yeol received five years
The Kyrgyz National News Agency "Kabar" now meets the basic standards set for international news agencies. This was reported by Daiyrbek Orunbekov, head of the information policy service of the administration of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, in an interview with Sputnik. He noted that the agency's building underwent complete modernization and major repairs.
A research group from the University of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS) has made an important step in the study of dark matter by observing the Migdal effect using high-tech equipment, as reported by the Chinese publication "Keji Zhibao". According to the publication, dark matter is a mysterious substance that makes up about 85% of all matter in the universe. Although it does not emit light or heat, dark matter significantly affects the movement of galaxies due to its strong
According to the results of 2025, sales of Porsche cars decreased by 10% compared to 2024, totaling 279,449 units. This decline is the sharpest since 2009, as reported by Bloomberg, citing company data, as conveyed by RIA Novosti. In the domestic market of Germany, sales fell by 16%, corresponding to 29,968 cars sold. In the rest of Europe, a decrease of 13% was recorded, amounting to 66,340 vehicles. At the same time, the Macan model showed positive dynamics, increasing sales by 2% to 84,328
Starting from April 1, 2026, an increase in salaries for employees of state media is planned. This became known from an interview with Dairbek Orunbekov, the head of the information policy department of the President's Administration of Kyrgyzstan, which he gave to the Sputnik agency. He noted that necessary calculations on this issue are currently being conducted. Also, a salary increase is expected at the national branch of the TV and Radio Company "Mir" starting from February
The inspection conducted at school No. 87 in Bishkek has concluded, and the city administration has announced its findings. According to information from the Department of Education, a special commission was formed to investigate the incident at the educational institution. The inspection revealed serious violations of the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic, including the Code "On Children," the Law "On Education," as well as the Model Regulation "On General
During the official ceremony held on January 15 in Addis Ababa, the Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Tultemirov, presented his credentials to the President of Ethiopia, Abiy Ahmed. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in his speech, the ambassador conveyed greetings and best wishes from the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Nurgozhoevich Japarov, noting Kyrgyzstan's readiness to deepen mutually beneficial cooperation with Ethiopia at both the bilateral level and within
An important decision to provide apartments without waiting lists for 50 journalists working in state and private media was announced by Daiyrbek Orunbekov, head of the Information Policy Service of the Presidential Administration, in an interview with the Sputnik agency. He emphasized that this initiative represents a significant step towards social support for those in need of housing. “The list includes journalists who have long been without their own housing, as well as those who have
In 2025, Bishkek saw a significant increase in real estate prices, affecting both apartments and private houses. This data is provided by the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography. Apartment Prices: Changes
Patients suffering from oncological diseases are entitled to free hospitalization for planned repeat surgery within a year after the first operation, as reported by the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (MHIF). The fund clarified that in such cases, co-payments for inpatient treatment are not charged, as is the case with the initial visit. It is important to note that during inpatient treatment, additional payments for the following services are prohibited:
- The State Customs Service under the Cabinet has announced the start of using navigation seals for monitoring cargo transportation carried out between two or more member states of the EAEU. The first stage of mandatory use of navigation seals will begin on February 11, 2026, in the territories of the participating countries.
Almaz Tynchtykbekovich Abdekirov has been appointed as the Deputy Director of the Department of Macroeconomic Policy at the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC), according to information provided by the commission itself. Abdekirov was born in 1986. In 2008, he graduated from the Kyrgyz National University with a degree in "Applied Mathematics and Computer Science," and in 2023, he obtained a master's degree from the Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the
The press service of the President's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic reported to the Kabar agency that old indefinite driver's licenses that are not replaced will lose their validity. According to the information provided, after the completion of the replacement process for the old-style licenses, they will become invalid. Citizens are given the opportunity to exchange old licenses for free from January 15 to February 15. For those who are unable to meet this condition within the
The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced a reduction in the rate of the single tax for taxpayers operating outside the country. The new tax rate is now 0.1 percent, significantly lower than the previous 1 percent. Taxpayers eligible for the general tax regime will be able to use only the single tax starting January 1, 2026.
The Ministry of Culture, Information, Sports and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic has presented a draft resolution for public discussion on "Measures for the Organization of Family Celebrations and Memorial Rites." The aim of this document is to improve the organization of family events and memorial rites, as well as to reduce financial costs, considering the current socio-economic situation of citizens. According to representatives of the Ministry of Culture, family celebrations
At a recent meeting of the "Ala-Too" parliamentary group, information was presented regarding the state of the textile industry, employment, and the economic situation in the country. The discussion involved both deputies and representatives from the textile sector and relevant government agencies. Speakers from the textile industry shared their problems, including difficulties in interacting with the Wildberries marketplace, restrictions on access to the Russian market, the need for
The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic informs about new measures of responsibility for the illegal movement of goods and vehicles across the borders of the countries that are part of the Eurasian Economic Union. These changes have been made to the Code of Offenses and are based on the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts in the Field of Taxation, Social Insurance, and Non-Tax Revenues," which was adopted on December 31, 2025.