Sports

Asian Cup (U-23). The coach of the KR national football team commented on the performance of his players

Edmar Lacerda, the head coach of the Olympic team of Kyrgyzstan, shared his impressions of the team's performance at the Asian Cup (U-23). “All our planned goals for the tournament were achieved, and I am sincerely grateful to the guys. They have great potential, and if they believe in themselves, huge prospects are ahead of them. Everything depends on them,” noted Lacerda. He also added that during his nearly year-long stay in Kyrgyzstan, he regularly attends matches of the local

13.01.2026, 19:35

Society

Frosts up to -48 degrees. Schools closed in Naryn District and Suusamyr

Preschools continue to operate Due to severe frosts, schools in the Naryn and Jayil districts have suspended their operations. This statement was made by local authorities.

13.01.2026, 19:34

Society

Kazakhstan Prepares for Water Crisis: Worst-Case Scenario for the Season Announced

At a meeting of the government of Kazakhstan, Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Nurzhan Nurzhigitov voiced a grim forecast regarding the country's water supply for the upcoming season, reports Tengrinews.kz. According to the ministry's data, the growing season this year may be accompanied by a significant decrease in water inflow into rivers, which will particularly affect the southern regions. The volume of water in reservoirs on the upper section of the Syr Darya River in

13.01.2026, 19:32

Society

The Housing Committee supported the president's objections to the amendments to the Criminal Code and the Criminal Procedure Code.

The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues of the judicial system, law enforcement, as well as the fight against crime and corruption, approved the president's objections to the bill "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic" on January 13. The amendments concerned both the Criminal Code and the Criminal Procedure Code. Timur Shabdanbekov, Deputy Chairman of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS), reported that the agency had

13.01.2026, 19:31

World

China issued a warning to the USA

At a briefing on Monday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated that Beijing does not support the United States using China and Russia as a pretext to advance its interests in the Arctic region. This statement comes in the wake of comments from German Foreign Minister Johannes Wadephul, who, during his visit to Iceland, called on U.S. President Donald Trump for joint actions within NATO to counter "threats" from China and Russia in the Arctic.

13.01.2026, 19:29

Incidents

Boat collides with fishing vessel in Thailand – comment from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic

The Ministry of Defense reported on the condition of citizens of Kyrgyzstan Two citizens of Kyrgyzstan were on board the pleasure boat Korawich Marine 888, which collided with a fishing vessel in Thailand. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the country, their health condition is satisfactory, and they refused hospitalization.

13.01.2026, 19:28

Exclusive

Consciousness Can Move Through Time — This Means That "Intuitive Feelings" Are Memories from the Future

This girl was me. The horror I experienced that night became one of my first premonitions. I realized that the fear I suppressed during the farewell at the airport was real. How could a little girl, who had heard about her father's death, remain calm knowing she would never see him alive again? I shared this story with neuroscientist Julia Mossbridge, Ph.D. She listened to me attentively and then began asking questions as if she were conducting an interview. Was this your earliest memory

13.01.2026, 19:23

Society

Former EEC employees and ex-officials want to simplify their return to public service

The bill proposes appointments to state and municipal positions without a competitive selection process A new initiative regarding amendments to the Law "On State Civil Service and Municipal Service" is being discussed in the Jogorku Kenesh, aimed at simplifying the employment process for certain categories of citizens in public service.

13.01.2026, 19:20

Society

A rare predatory bird has been released into the wild in Kyrgyzstan

In one of the villages of the Batken region, employees of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan conducted an examination of a falcon that had accidentally found itself in the settlement. After a thorough check, the bird was released back into its natural habitat. According to the ministry, the health of the bird of prey was assessed as satisfactory, and no signs of injury or illegal captivity were found. The ministry also emphasized that falcons

13.01.2026, 19:20

Politics

Fines for candidates for the participation of minors in meetings with voters may be canceled

The draft law concerning the abolition of fines for candidates for the participation of minors in meetings with voters has received approval in the third reading from the relevant committee of the Jogorku Kenesh.

13.01.2026, 19:14

World

China's "Artificial Sun" Approaches the Finish Line

The thermonuclear installation BEST has reached the final stage of assembly While in Hefei, the BEST installation, or "Artificial Sun," has reached the final stage of its assembly. According to CCTV News, the level of localization of equipment at this stage is 93.4%.

13.01.2026, 19:13

World

See how much snow has fallen in some European countries

The cyclone that hit Europe and part of Russia has caused intense snowfall. Forecasters also predict snowfall and a drop in temperature in Kyrgyzstan. What kind of winter do you prefer: snowy or warm?

13.01.2026, 19:13

Society

The number of hepatitis and liver cirrhosis cases is rising in Tash-Kumyr.

A deputy demands explanations from the authorities At a meeting of the committee on agrarian policy, water resources, subsoil use, ecology, and environmental protection, Deputy Gulsharkan Kultaeva expressed her concern about the rising number of hepatitis cases in the city of Tash-Kumyr.

13.01.2026, 19:12

Politics

A Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Proposed Declaring Vladimir Solovyov a Persona Non Grata in the Kyrgyz Republic

Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Dastan Bekeshev expressed his opinion on Vladimir Solovyov's statement, in which he suggested on a state channel to consider the possibility of military intervention in the affairs of Armenia and Central Asian countries. This caused significant diplomatic resonance. According to Bekeshev, "I did not watch this broadcast, but I familiarized myself with its content. I believe that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs should summon the Russian ambassador and

13.01.2026, 19:10

Politics

Dastan Bekeshev: Vladimir Solovyov Should Become a Persona Non Grata in Kyrgyzstan

A deputy proposed to ban a TV presenter from entering the country In his statement, Bekeshev expressed the opinion that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan should summon the Russian ambassador to deliver a note of protest and prohibit Solovyov from entering the republic.

13.01.2026, 19:05

Society

The deputy proposed to raise the age for obtaining a driver's license in Kyrgyzstan to 20 or 21 years.

At the meeting of the Committee on Law and Order of the Jogorku Kenesh, which took place on January 13, deputy Nurbek Sydygaliev proposed an initiative to raise the minimum age for obtaining a driver's license in Kyrgyzstan to 20 or 21 years. He argued that this measure could help reduce the number of road traffic accidents involving young drivers. Sydygaliev also appealed to the Ministry of Internal Affairs to prepare an analysis of accidents among youth, including data on various age

13.01.2026, 19:05

Society

Timur Ibragimov has become the new chairman of the board of "Bakay Bank"

The extraordinary general meeting of shareholders of OJSC "Bakay Bank," which took place on December 22, 2025, resulted in significant changes in the leadership of the institution. This information was published on the official website of the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange. As a result of the voting, Timur Ibragimov was elected as the chairman of the bank's board starting January 2026, while Sergey Ibragimov secured a position on the board of directors.

13.01.2026, 18:59

World

Islamist Groups in Bangladesh Return to Public Politics Amid Elections

With the approach of elections in Bangladesh, where around 170 million people live and the majority practice Sunni Islam, Islamist organizations are beginning active mobilization. They aim to reclaim their place in the political life of the country after a long period of restrictions, according to information from the online publication Barron’s. These will be the first elections since the change of power in 2024, and Islamists, particularly the Jamaat-e-Islami party, are considering the

13.01.2026, 18:57

Exclusive

A Scary 140-Year-Long Video Found on YouTube

According to the information presented on the account, the video, which can be viewed here, has no visual content or audio accompaniment. It is important to note that upon opening this video, its actual duration turns out to be just 12 hours, 34 minutes, and 56 seconds. In the description of the video, there is a strange combination of symbols. As ChatGPT discovered, this text is in Arabic, which can be translated as "Come, let's meet in hell." This confusion with the symbols is

13.01.2026, 18:56

Politics

Increase of the term to 12 years for drunk driving accidents. Ministry of Internal Affairs - in favor, Prosecutor General's Office - against

At a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Judicial and Legal Issues, Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubaeva made a statement that the proposal to increase the punishment for traffic accidents committed under the influence of alcohol from 10 to 12 years does not comply with current legislation. Discussing the draft law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts Regarding Road Safety," she noted that this initiative contradicts the principles of criminal law.

13.01.2026, 18:53

Economy

The Cabinet approved a new procedure for the preparation and redistribution of the republican budget

- The Cabinet of Ministers approved Resolution No. 845, which regulates the process of forming the draft republican budget, as well as the procedure for making changes and reallocating budget funds during its implementation. This document will come into effect one week after publication.

13.01.2026, 18:49

Incidents

In 24 hours, 11 fires were registered in five regions of Kyrgyzstan and the city of Osh

In the territories of Jalal-Abad, Naryn, Chui, Osh, and Issyk-Kul regions, as well as in the city of Osh, there have been 11 cases of fire in the last 24 hours. According to information from the fire and rescue service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic, 21 fire units were involved in extinguishing these fires.

13.01.2026, 18:43

Society

The Social Fund is Preparing Innovations: What Will Change for Pension Savings

The Cabinet of Ministers has proposed a draft for public discussion regarding changes to the rules for the payment of pension savings. The document outlines changes in the procedure by which the Social Fund makes these payments. Among the proposed innovations is a clarification of the list of individuals entitled to pension savings. In particular, the spouses of insured citizens will also be able to claim these payments. Additionally, there are plans to revise the procedure for multiple

13.01.2026, 18:33

Society

Zoe Saldana Becomes the Highest-Grossing Actress in Film History

Zoë Saldana, the American actress, has recently topped the list of the highest-grossing actors in the world, surpassing stars like Scarlett Johansson, Samuel L. Jackson, and Robert Downey Jr. According to the analytical resource The Numbers, the total box office earnings of films featuring her have reached an impressive $15.467 billion. Photo from the internet. Zoë Saldana: the highest-grossing actress in film history Saldana gained fame thanks to her key roles in blockbusters such as the

13.01.2026, 18:32