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The actor and rector of the Moscow Art Theater School Igor Zolotovitsky has passed away.
Incidents

The actor and rector of the Moscow Art Theater School Igor Zolotovitsky has passed away.

According to information published on the MХAT website, the death of Igor Zolotovitsky, who suffered from stomach cancer, was the result of an oncological disease. Igor Zolotovitsky. Photo: Sergey Bobylev / TASS. Zolotovitsky became famous for his roles in a number of Soviet and Russian films, including "Non-professionals" (1985) directed by Sergey Bodrov Sr., "Dark Nights in Sochi" by Vasily Pichul (1989), "Taxi Blues" by Pavel Lungin (1990) with Pyotr Mamonov,

14.01.2026, 17:45
Education

In Osh, a kindergarten has opened after renovation.

The kindergarten "Aidanek" in Osh has reopened its doors after a major renovation, reports Turmush correspondent. At the opening ceremony, the mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, local authorities, and parents were present. Dastanbek Mamataliyev emphasized that the renovation was funded from the state budget.

14.01.2026, 17:44
Caught in the Chui Region, a snow leopard successfully returned to the wild
Society

Caught in the Chui Region, a snow leopard successfully returned to the wild

The snow leopard, which was previously caught in the village of Boroldoy, was successfully released in the Chon-Kemin State Natural Park. According to the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic, the animal underwent all necessary veterinary and biological examinations under the supervision of qualified specialists. According to the data, the leopard is 3-4 years old, weighs 42.7 kg, and measures about 2 meters in length. It should be noted that

14.01.2026, 17:43
Politics

A New Defense Minister Appointed in Ukraine

Mikhail Fedorov has become the new Minister of Defense of Ukraine, receiving support from 277 votes of the deputies of the Verkhovna Rada, as reported by "Meduza". Fedorov stated his intention to reform the system of training Ukrainian servicemen, emphasizing that "quality training is the key to reducing losses and increasing efficiency." He noted the necessity of addressing the issues of the Territorial Defense Centers and promised that after a comprehensive audit, systemic

14.01.2026, 17:41
Sports

Teenagers on Donkeys: A Donkey Race Organized in Kemino

In the Kemin district, specifically in the village of Beishike, an unusual competition in eshek ulak took place, where the participants were teenagers. This event involves contests on donkeys, rather than horses. Fresh details about the tournament were provided by the participants themselves, who reported on the exciting competitions held.

14.01.2026, 17:41
When the Trees Ran Out: Mass Stump Removal Started in Bishkek
Society

When the Trees Ran Out: Mass Stump Removal Started in Bishkek

In Bishkek, work continues on the removal of stumps left after the mass felling of trees. The municipal enterprise "Bishkekzelenstroy" has announced the start of active measures to eliminate the remnants of green plantings in the city. According to the city administration, these measures are aimed at improving urban infrastructure, maintaining order, and creating a comfortable atmosphere for residents and tourists in the capital. In 2023, 3,566 stumps were removed in Bishkek, and in

14.01.2026, 17:31
Society

Tumanbaev: A certificate 083 is no longer required to replace a permanent driver's license

Kanibek Tumanbaev, the head of the president's office, announced that from January 15 to February 15, drivers can exchange their indefinite licenses for free, without needing a medical certificate 083. “From January 15 to February 15, anyone can replace their old driver's licenses at no cost. A medical certificate 083 will no longer be required for this. Please contact any district office of 'Unaa',” he noted today, January 14.

14.01.2026, 17:30
Incidents

In Bishkek, a man was detained for threatening another driver with a gun

Today in Bishkek, at the corner of Jibek-Jolu Avenue and Osmonkul Street, an incident occurred in which an unknown man threatened another driver with a gun. After the conflict, he fled the scene. According to information provided by the Internal Affairs Department of the Sverdlovsk District, a criminal case has already been initiated regarding this incident under Article 280 (Hooliganism) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.

14.01.2026, 17:19
Education

The Minister of Education Familiarized Herself with the Construction of the Presidential Lyceum "Akyllman" in Talas

The Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, during a working trip to the Talas region, got acquainted with the construction of the presidential lyceum "Aqylman," being built in the city of Talas. This was reported by the press service of the ministry. According to Kendirbaeva, the lyceum "Aqylman" represents a "significant step" in the field of training national personnel.

14.01.2026, 17:15
Politics

Changing Tires in Motion: How Deputies Voted Before and After the Speaker Mentioned the President

On January 14, the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh did not discuss the draft law concerning state awards, honorary titles, and prizes of Kyrgyzstan. Before the discussion began, Almasbek Abytov, the president's representative in parliament, suggested removing the issue from the agenda due to the absence of a speaker. However, Kamila Talieva opposed this, proposing to reject the draft.

14.01.2026, 17:13
Incidents

The court terminated the criminal case against the former deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh.

The Osh City Court has decided to terminate the criminal case against the former deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh and director of a construction company. The decision was made on December 22, 2025. In September 2025, the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the detention of S.U.Ch., director of LLC "Construction Company Berekete," on charges of large-scale fraud. According to information from the state committee, on April 4, 2019, a shared participation agreement was

14.01.2026, 17:12
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, gold and coal reserves have increased: what is happening in the mining industry

From 2021 to 2025, the mining sector of Kyrgyzstan is showing stable growth. The main factors contributing to this include the activation of geological exploration, the inclusion of new reserves in the state balance, and the launch of processing projects. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. The most significant results are observed in 2024-2025. As a result of extensive geological exploration at the Kumtor deposit, gold reserves increased by

14.01.2026, 17:05
82-year-old Julio Iglesias accused of sexualized violence
Incidents

82-year-old Julio Iglesias accused of sexualized violence

Two former employees of Spanish singer Julio Iglesias have accused him of sexualized violence. This information was published by the Spanish publication elDiario. The women reported that in 2021, they worked for almost a year at Iglesias' residences in the Bahamas and the Caribbean, where, according to them, they became victims of physical and psychological abuse by the artist.

14.01.2026, 17:04
Economy

What Kyrgyzstan and Iran Trade

According to data published by the National Statistics Committee, from January to October 2025, the trade volume between Kyrgyzstan and Iran amounted to $66 million, which is 37.3% more than in the same period of 2024. The main imports from Iran included paints and varnishes based on synthetic polymers (worth $3.7 million), equipment for processing mineral materials ($3.4 million), and fruits ($3.3 million). In turn, Kyrgyzstan mainly exported dried legumes (peas, lentils, beans, chickpeas, and

14.01.2026, 16:53
Politics

Amendments are being made to the law on the status of the ex-president of Kyrgyzstan

The draft law amending the law "On Guarantees of the Activities of the President and the Status of the Former President" has been presented to the Jogorku Kenesh. The proposed changes allow for the allocation of land plots on the territory of the presidential state residence, but only in exceptional cases to meet the social needs of citizens. The allocation will be possible at the decision of the head of state and in accordance with the procedure established by land legislation, with

14.01.2026, 16:52
Health

Free Replacement of Lifelong Driver's Licenses: The Number of Drivers in Karakol Willing to Undergo Medical Examination Has Increased

In Karakol, there is an increase in the number of drivers wishing to undergo medical examinations following the introduction of a program for the free replacement of indefinite driver's licenses. From January 15 to February 15, the Presidential Administration announced the possibility of free replacement of indefinite licenses in Kyrgyzstan.

14.01.2026, 16:51