Found hanged by his own pants: Kumarbek Abdyrov, accused of a series of rapes and murders, died in SIZO-1
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Found hanged by his own pants: Kumarbek Abdyrov, accused of a series of rapes and murders, died in SIZO-1

A tragedy occurred in detention center No. 21 of the State Penitentiary Service: Kumarbek Abdyrov, accused of the murder of 17-year-old Aysulu Mukasheva, died in his cell. According to the press service of the agency, the incident took place on February 7, 2026. At 12:30, the accused A.K.K. was found hanged in his cell, having used his own pants, which were tied to the inner barred door. Despite all attempts by doctors to provide assistance, Abdyrov's life could not be saved.

08.02.2026, 11:29
The Unexpected Cause of Morning Sleepiness and Distraction Revealed
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The Unexpected Cause of Morning Sleepiness and Distraction Revealed

A study published in the journal Food and Humanity (FH) revealed that a breakfast high in sugar and fats can significantly worsen well-being and mental activity in the first hours after eating. As part of the experiment, young women were offered two types of breakfast on different days: a balanced one and a sweet one high in fats, with the calorie content being the same. The results demonstrated that participants more frequently experienced drowsiness and performed worse on planning tasks and

08.02.2026, 11:20
Chinese investors proposed to build a technology park for the production of electrical appliances
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Chinese investors proposed to build a technology park for the production of electrical appliances

At a meeting with a delegation from the Chinese company "Minshan," the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration, Adylbek Kasymaliev, discussed the prospects for cooperation. During the discussion, company representatives presented a project aimed at creating a low-carbon industrial park for the production of electrical appliances, including household appliances. The company has experience in building similar parks and plans to implement a

08.02.2026, 11:05
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan Proposes to Raise Minimum Requirements for the Working Capital of Exchange Offices
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The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan Proposes to Raise Minimum Requirements for the Working Capital of Exchange Offices

According to the proposed project, existing exchange points are recommended to gradually increase their working capital with established deadlines. The specific requirements are as follows: Outside Bishkek and Osh: by March 31, 2026 — 1 million soms; by March 31, 2028 — 2 million soms; by March 31, 2030 — 3 million soms; In Bishkek and Osh: by March 31, 2026 — 2 million soms; by March 31, 2028 — 3 million soms; by March 31, 2030 — 5 million soms; For seasonal exchange offices: by March 31,

08.02.2026, 10:51
In Pretrial Detention Center No. 1, a defendant in a series of rapes and murders has died - details
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In Pretrial Detention Center No. 1, a defendant in a series of rapes and murders has died - details

A tragic incident occurred in the detention facility No. 21, managed by the State Penitentiary Service. This was reported by the press service of the agency. According to the information provided by the service, on February 7, 2026, at 12:30 PM, a defendant, A.K.K., was found hanged in one of the cells. He used his pants to commit suicide, attaching himself to the inner grille of the door. Despite attempts to provide medical assistance, the man could not be saved.

08.02.2026, 09:16
Shares of the American IT giant fell due to AI costs
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Shares of the American IT giant fell due to AI costs

As a result of the quarterly report publication, shares of Amazon, one of the largest American IT companies, significantly dropped in price. In evening trading on February 5, a 10% decline was observed on the NASDAQ exchange; however, by the close of the session, the drop was reduced to 4.4%, as reported by Bloomberg. The company's financial results generally met analysts' expectations: revenue increased by 14%, reaching $213.4 billion, while net profit amounted to $21.2 billion.

08.02.2026, 09:02
Sadyr Japarov Showed Chanpen Zhao Winter Tourism in Issyk-Kul
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Sadyr Japarov Showed Chanpen Zhao Winter Tourism in Issyk-Kul

html ​Today, February 7, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, during his working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, held a meeting with Chanpen Zhao, the founder of the famous international cryptocurrency exchange Binance. They discussed the tourism opportunities of Kyrgyzstan. ​During a joint tour of the "Karokol" ski base, the president emphasized the tourist potential of this region.

07.02.2026, 17:40
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Without Withdrawal: The National Bank fined an exchange office in the Jalal-Abad region 55,000 soms

- The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic announced the imposition of a fine of 55,000 soms on a currency exchange office located in the Jalal-Abad region for violating existing legislative norms and rules governing currency operations. The violations were identified during scheduled inspections; however, specific details about the violations and the name of the bureau were not disclosed. This is not the first case in which exchange offices have been held accountable for non-compliance with

07.02.2026, 17:00
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Through QR payments at the "Sosnovka" and "Kara-Kul" points, over 300 million soms were collected in 2025.

In 2025, the cashless payment system using QR codes at the "Sosnovka" and "Kara-Kul" checkpoints recorded a collection of 300 million 266 thousand 484 soms. This is 35.48% more than in the same period of the previous year, reports the press service of the Ministry of Transport. As clarified by the department, the improvement in indicators is related to the modernization of the system and enhanced control. Currently, cashless payments account for 98% of the total number of

07.02.2026, 16:27
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A mechanism to support cooperative projects in the agro-industrial complex may be established in the EAEU by the end of the year.

- At the briefing on February 6, Kaniyet Nasirdinov, head of the sector for the development of integration management coordination of the EAEU at the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, spoke about future cooperative projects within the EAEU that involve Kyrgyzstan. In the department, it was noted that in 2025, as part of a new mechanism to support cooperative projects, a project for the production of personal computers with the participation of Kyrgyzstan has already been approved. Currently, a

07.02.2026, 15:21
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Fines of up to 65,000 soms are imposed for illegal use of groundwater, - Ministry of Agriculture

The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry urges citizens to strictly adhere to the norms of water legislation when using groundwater for drinking and technical purposes. As reported by the press service of the ministry, the Land and Water Control Service reminds that it is necessary to obtain a license and a licensing agreement from the State Geological Service before drilling a well. A project development and an environmental expertise are also required. After the

07.02.2026, 15:14
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The growth of pharmaceuticals and building materials became a key factor in the expansion of manufacturing industries in 2025.

- In 2025, the manufacturing industry demonstrated significant growth across several sectors, particularly in areas such as pharmaceuticals, building materials production, and printing. These data are confirmed by statistical reports. The pharmaceutical sector became the leader in growth rates, increasing production volume by 70%. The main factors behind this success were a similar increase in the output of medicinal products, as well as a 20% rise in the production of veterinary vaccines,

07.02.2026, 15:02
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The Head of the State Property Management Agency Reported on the Implementation of the Privatization Program

- During a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competitiveness, the director of the State Agency for Management of State Property, Beksultan Tokonov, shared information about the progress of the Privatization Program for 2023–2025. As the speaker noted, according to the program, the sale of 24 facilities is planned. Currently, 4 facilities have been successfully sold at electronic auction, with a total amount of 15 billion 415

07.02.2026, 14:47
Weather in Bishkek: from snow and rain to spring warmth
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Weather in Bishkek: from snow and rain to spring warmth

Forecasters predict a variety of weather conditions in Bishkek in the coming days — from rain and cooling to warming. During the day on February 7, the air temperature will be between 2–4 degrees Celsius, with possible precipitation in the form of snow and rain. At night, the temperature will drop to -3…–5 degrees. Starting from February 8, a gradual increase in temperature will begin, reaching 7–9 degrees during the day, while at night it is expected to be 0…2 degrees. On February 9 and 10,

07.02.2026, 14:11
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By the end of 2025, the volume of products from manufacturing industries amounted to 637.6 billion soms.

- In 2025, the volume of production in the manufacturing sector amounted to 637.6 billion soms, confirming positive trends in the country's industrial sector. This data was provided by statistical authorities. Metallurgy remains the main driver of growth, accounting for 396.4 billion soms in the production of basic metals and finished metal products (excluding machinery and equipment). This constitutes 62.2% of the total volume of the manufacturing industry. Thus, nearly two-thirds of this

07.02.2026, 13:41
Sadyr Japarov met with his first teacher Keneshkan Shamenova
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Sadyr Japarov met with his first teacher Keneshkan Shamenova

As part of his working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, met with Keneshkan Shamenova, his first teacher. A video recently appeared on social media in which the primary school teacher addressed the president with a request for a meeting.

07.02.2026, 12:42
World Powers Failed to Agree on Control Over Military AI
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World Powers Failed to Agree on Control Over Military AI

At this summit, according to agencies, 35 countries agreed on the main provisions of a declaration regarding the regulation of artificial intelligence in the context of military actions, while the two leading powers, the USA and China, remained outside this agreement according to media reports. Many delegates noted that the tension in relations between the USA and European allies, as well as the uncertainty of future transatlantic relations, affected the willingness of countries to sign joint

07.02.2026, 11:22
Trump signed a decree to raise tariffs for countries that trade with Iran
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Trump signed a decree to raise tariffs for countries that trade with Iran

The decree emphasizes that the president holds Iran responsible for its pursuit of nuclear technologies, supporting terrorism, and developing ballistic missiles, which the U.S. believes poses a threat to the security and interests of American allies. Iran has not yet provided comments regarding this decision from Washington. Crude oil remains Iran's main export item. As reported by Reuters on January 12, approximately 80% of Iranian supplies are directed to China. However, since 2022,

07.02.2026, 11:18
"Causing a Stir, the Entire Restaurant Business is Shaken." How Service Charges Were "Canceled" in Kyrgyzstan's Catering Industry
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"Causing a Stir, the Entire Restaurant Business is Shaken." How Service Charges Were "Canceled" in Kyrgyzstan's Catering Industry

Recent changes in Kyrgyzstan's legislation aimed at improving conditions for café and restaurant customers have proven ineffective and have had the opposite effect. The ban on separately indicating the service charge on the bill did not lead to lower prices; on the contrary, many establishments have raised the cost of dishes, as reported by Azattyk Asia. Since January 1, a ban has been introduced in the country on indicating service charges separately from the cost of dishes. Previously,

07.02.2026, 10:29
Polar bears have quickly adapted to melting ice. Biologists still do not understand how exactly.
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Polar bears have quickly adapted to melting ice. Biologists still do not understand how exactly.

The polar bears of Svalbard have demonstrated an astonishing ability to adapt to climate change associated with melting ice. Although biologists do not yet understand all the mechanisms of this adaptation, research results have already been published in the magazine "Around the World". These giant mammals are a vivid example of how climate change affects wild ecosystems. Polar bears depend on Arctic sea ice for hunting and breeding; however, its area is rapidly decreasing due to

07.02.2026, 10:13