Trump announced ground attacks on drug cartels. And mentioned Mexico.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to carry out ground operations against drug cartels, mentioning Mexico in this context. According to Trump in an interview with Fox News, the United States has already prevented 97% of maritime drug smuggling and now intends to focus on combating drug cartels on land. "The cartels effectively control Mexico," he noted. "It's terrible to see this country suffering, as the cartels have power and cause the deaths of 250,000 to

Former Vice-Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh Earned Nearly 12.5 Million Soms in 2024

In his declaration, former Deputy Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh of the VII convocation Nurbek Sydygaliev indicated that his income for 2024 amounted to 12 million 482 thousand 657 soms, while his expenses reached 9 million 194 thousand 982 soms. Among Nurbek Sydygaliev's assets are passenger cars, vans, and pickups, with a total value also amounting to 9 million 194 thousand 982 soms. Photo of the GNS As for his close relatives, their income amounted to 2 million 698 thousand 800 soms,

In the city of Shopokov, a driver was detained for hooliganism. It turned out that he had previously fled the scene of an accident after hitting schoolgirls.

During the investigation, it was established that citizen I.A. attempted to leave the moving vehicle while being taken to the narcological department, but was stopped by a police officer. He exhibited aggression, used foul language, and applied physical force, resulting in injuries to the officer and damage to his uniform. A narcological examination confirmed that I.A. was under the influence of alcohol. As a result of the incident, the police officer was diagnosed with a closed traumatic

Furniture production in Kyrgyzstan increased by 15.4% in the 11 months of 2025

- According to statistical data, from January to November 2025, the volume of furniture production at current prices in Kyrgyzstan reached 1 billion 533 million 537.6 thousand soms. This figure is close to the number for the same period in 2024, when the volume was 1 billion 539 million 279.8 thousand soms. The physical volume index for the studied period was 115.4%, indicating a real growth in furniture production of 15.4% compared to January-November 2024 (last year this index was 92.7%).

Venezuelan authorities announced the release of a "large number" of prisoners, including opposition members and foreigners

On January 8, the Venezuelan government made a statement about the release of a significant number of prisoners, including both opposition leaders and foreign citizens. Specific numbers and names have not yet been disclosed; however, there are approximately 800 political prisoners in the country, according to information provided by the media. According to the dpa agency, among those released were five Spanish citizens, which was confirmed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Spain. Among the

Rio Tinto and Glencore Discuss Merger: The Largest Mining Company in the World May Emerge, - Bloomberg

- Recently, Rio Tinto and Glencore have begun preliminary negotiations about a potential merger that could create a mining leader with a market capitalization exceeding $200 billion. This was reported by Reuters and Bloomberg. According to Reuters, both companies have confirmed that they are discussing a deal that may involve either a partial or complete buyout of Glencore's stake by Rio Tinto. It is expected that such a deal will be structured as a stock exchange. If an agreement is

The classic four seasons no longer exist in the world, scientists say

For their research, scientists analyzed satellite monitoring data over 20 years, which tracked the reflection of infrared light by vegetation throughout the year. This allowed them to create a unique and detailed map of seasonal growth rhythms of plants around the world, enabling a new perspective on the "natural calendar." Main findings: the absence of universal seasons

The President of France stated that "the USA is gradually turning away from its allies"

Recently, U.S. President Donald Trump, with irony, commented on his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron, claiming that he allegedly agreed to a significant increase in drug prices under his pressure. In response, on Thursday, Macron criticized, stating that the United States is "moving away from international norms" and beginning to "turn away" from its traditional allies, according to Euronews.

A new traffic light with laser illumination has been installed in Bishkek

At the intersection of Kurmanjan Datka and Frunze streets in Bishkek, a new traffic light with laser illumination for the pedestrian crossing has been installed. This device is the result of the work of the municipal enterprise "City Road Transport Infrastructure," as reported by the city administration. Thanks to the laser illumination, the visibility of pedestrians for drivers is significantly improved, especially in adverse weather conditions such as fog or rain. This innovation

Valentina Shevchenko Reveals the Content of Her OnlyFans Account

Valentina Shevchenko, the UFC champion, spoke about her presence on the OnlyFans platform. This information was reported in the publication "Sport-Express". Shevchenko shared that she has studied all aspects of collaborating with this platform. She noted that the initial concept of OnlyFans does not include elements of vulgarity.

Three police officers arrested in Uzgen district for unlawful detention and use of violence

In the Uzgen district of Kyrgyzstan, a criminal case has been initiated against police officers, as reported by the country's General Prosecutor's Office. The incident occurred on January 3, 2026, when employees of the Kurshab rural police station, abusing their official position, illegally detained two citizens. They used physical force without drawing up the appropriate procedural documents. As a result, one of the detainees, citizen A.B., sustained serious bodily injuries.

Musk stated that humanity entered the singularity in 2026

Elon Musk has once again drawn attention to the discussion of technological singularity with his recent statements. He claims that humanity is already on the brink of this stage, and that 2026 will be a turning point when AI will begin to significantly surpass human capabilities. This opinion diverges from that of many experts who expect a similar leap only by 2045. Musk's statement was influenced by a publication from David Holz, the founder of Midjourney, who noted that modern AI models

Tajikistan Takes Over the Chairmanship of the CIS Aviation Council from Russia

- From January 1, 2026, Tajikistan has begun to fulfill its duties as the chair of the Council on Aviation and Use of Airspace of the CIS countries. The information was provided by the Executive Committee of the CIS, which referred to data from the Interstate Aviation Committee. The powers presented were transferred to Tajikistan from Russia, which held this position from 2023 to 2025.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan announced the introduction of additional requirements for obtaining B-1/B-2 visas to the USA for citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic.

According to the new regulations, citizens of certain countries, including Kyrgyzstan, will be required to pay a financial deposit ranging from $5,000 to $15,000. The specific amount will be determined by the consular officer during the interview. Additionally, applicants will need to provide Form I-352 from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, only after receiving instructions from the consular officer, as well as confirm their agreement to the deposit conditions on the U.S. Department

In Kyrgyzstan, mineral extraction amounted to 65.4 billion soms in the first 11 months of 2025.

- According to reports, the volume of industrial production in the Kyrgyz Republic for the first 11 months of 2025 at current prices reached 685.9 billion soms. In the mining sector, products worth 65.4 billion soms were produced during this period. The leading position in this area was held by the extraction of metallic ores, the volume of which amounted to 46 billion soms, highlighting its importance in the structure of industrial production. Other areas of the mining industry include:

Twenty Years Without Kyrgyz: What the Tough Signal from the Head of the State National Security Committee Was About

The phrase of the Chairman of the State Committee for National Security Kamchybek Tashiev, addressed to representatives of the Chinese company China Road, became one of the most discussed topics in the public space at the end of 2025. The statement was made at a working meeting on the construction of the Barskoon — Karakol road in the Issyk-Kul region, but quickly went beyond the production episode and turned into a subject of broad public discussion. The occasion was Tashiev's harsh

The Ministry of Construction of Kyrgyzstan commented on the video about the pits in the residential area "Altai"

The Ministry provided an official comment regarding the construction works in the residential area 'Altai': In the videos circulating on social media, pits for the foundation filled with water are shown, which has raised concerns among citizens. However, the Ministry assures that engineering and geological surveys were conducted before the start of construction works, which determined the groundwater level. The project documentation includes appropriate engineering measures. In

Results of 2025. Launched Large-Scale Projects

- The past year of 2025 became a turning point for Kyrgyzstan with the launch of several major infrastructure initiatives that promise to bring significant benefits to the country in the future. Among these projects are the construction of the China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan railway, the implementation of the Eastern Bypass Road in Bishkek, and the Barskoon–Bedel road, as well as the commencement of the construction of the international airport in Manas.

In Kazakhstan, 503 megawatts of installed capacity for renewable energy sources will be introduced in 2025.

- In 2025, Kazakhstan will commission 503 megawatts of installed capacity from renewable energy sources, according to data published on January 6 by the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan. This increase in capacity is associated with nine new renewable energy facilities, including: five wind power plants with a total capacity of 387 MW, three solar power plants with 90 MW, and one hydroelectric power station with a capacity of 26 MW.

Results of 2025: Over 30 Major Industrial Facilities Launched in Kyrgyzstan

- According to the Ministry of Economy, 119 industrial projects were put into operation in the Kyrgyz Republic in 2025. Investments in these projects reached $715.7 million, which contributed to the creation of 8,500 jobs.

The identity of the woman who previously lost her memory and was found in Sokuluk has been established.

The employees of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui region successfully identified a woman found in Sokuluk after she lost her memory. The Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui region denied rumors on social media that the woman's identity had not been established and that assistance from the public was needed.

The Real American Tank, Not Some Chinese Knockoff. The Armored Rezvani Tank 2026 Unveiled

Ministry of Construction: Wastewater Treatment Facilities Are Actively Being Built in Cholpon-Ata

The Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of Kyrgyzstan, Nurdana Oruntaev, familiarized himself with the progress of the construction of wastewater treatment facilities in the city of Cholpon-Ata, Issyk-Kul region. The project is being implemented as part of the initiative "Environmental Management of Lake Issyk-Kul and Sustainable Tourism Development," reports the Ministry of Construction.

A multitude of photos and videos about Maduro's capture were generated by AI. Some world leaders believed in their authenticity.

After Donald Trump announced a military operation in Venezuela on January 3, numerous fake images and videos appeared on social media, quickly going viral. Many of them garnered millions of views on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and X, and were actively shared by various public figures, including Trump and Elon Musk. Some experts noted that this could be one of the first instances where news videos were created by artificial intelligence in real-time as events unfolded. Other analysts