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Incidents

Wheel malfunction caused an accident with injuries on the Osh–Batken–Razakov highway

Today, an accident occurred on the 70th kilometer of the Osh–Batken–Razakov road, according to information received from eyewitnesses, reported Turmush correspondents. The incident took place in the village of Örnök, located in the Nookat district of the Osh region. As a result of the accident, a "Daewoo Matiz" car overturned. During the movement, a wheel rim on one of the front wheels broke, which was the cause of the incident. People were injured as a result of the accident.

11.01.2026, 15:01
Incidents

In karaoke clubs and night establishments, the SBNON conducted raids

In the country, employees of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs conducted a series of operational and preventive raids in karaoke clubs and night establishments. According to the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the main goal of these activities is to prevent drug use, to prevent crimes and offenses, as well as to promote a healthy lifestyle among young people. An important task is also to raise public awareness about the dangers of drugs.

11.01.2026, 14:59
World

Hackers Steal Data from 17.5 Million Instagram Accounts

According to information from Malwarebytes, the stolen data included usernames, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses. Information about this leak was published on the social network X. As reported by NotebookCheck, the company's specialists link the incident to a hacker known by the nickname Solonik. The data was put up for sale on January 7, 2026, on the BreachForums, which opened access to it for other malicious actors.

11.01.2026, 14:53
World

Japanese Zoo Replaces Pandas with Staff in Costumes After Animals Depart

According to the South China Morning Post, the zoo has started organizing tours where staff dressed in panda costumes interact with visitors. Guests can "feed" these employees, and after the tour, they are given special certificates. Reacting to this initiative, social media users expressed a range of opinions. Some called this action avant-garde theater, others noted its surreal nature, while a third group acknowledged that such an idea is both touching and sad, as it reminds them of

11.01.2026, 14:48
Famous Turkish Actor Detained in Istanbul
World

Famous Turkish Actor Detained in Istanbul

According to Hurriyet, seven people were detained during the operation, including actresses Selen Gergüzel and Ayşe Sağlam, as well as club owners and managers, and some media representatives. It is known that earlier there were complaints and testimonies against Can Yaman, claiming that he might have been involved in drug use. However, at the time of the investigation, the prosecutor's office had not issued a warrant for his arrest. Nevertheless, after a search of the club conducted by

11.01.2026, 14:42
Society

A ring road will be built in Osh at the intersection of Mamyrava and Amir-Timur streets.

The Osh City Hall announced plans to construct a ring road at the intersection of Mamyrava and Amir-Timur streets. This decision was made in response to the frequent traffic accidents occurring in this area. According to information from local authorities, the work on the project is aimed at improving the safety of all road users. The city's mayor, Zhenishbek Toktorbaev, initiated this project to reorganize traffic flow.

11.01.2026, 14:41
Greenland Politicians Demand the US Stop Neglecting the Island
Politics

Greenland Politicians Demand the US Stop Neglecting the Island

Leaders of five political parties in Greenland have made a joint statement expressing their concern over U.S. President Donald Trump's intention to annex the island. In the document published on the official government website, Jens Frederik Nielsen (Democrats Party), Pele Bruberg (Lighthouse), Mute Egede (People's Community), Aleka Hammond (Forward), and Akakalu Yerimiassen (Solidarity) urged Washington to stop its "disrespectful" attitude towards Greenland. “We do not

11.01.2026, 14:35
World

The daughter of Vladimir Putin has been appointed director of the medical institute at Moscow State University.

As reported on the official website of the Faculty of Fundamental Medicine at Lomonosov Moscow State University, Maria Vorontsova has been appointed head of the MNOI. This press release also mentions other appointments: Konstantin Kulebyakin has become the new deputy director for scientific activities, while Maxim Domashenko has taken the position of deputy director for clinical work, becoming the director of the University Clinic of MNOI. The creation of MNOI took place in November 2023 by

11.01.2026, 14:34
Society

Official proposes to introduce state regulation in the field of ecotourism

The Director of the Fund for Support and Development of Tourism, Adilet Januzakov, proposed the introduction of state regulation in the field of ecological tourism during a broadcast on Radio Sputnik. He announced this the day before. According to Januzakov, his fund, the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, and the Department of Tourism intend to actively work on this topic, while taking into account the opinions of tour operators in the discussion process.

11.01.2026, 14:27
Sports

Kyrgyzstani Bilol Sharip Uulu won the Yasar Dogu tournament in freestyle wrestling in Turkey

At the tournament held on January 10, Bilol Sharip Uulu performed successfully in the 65 kg weight category, where he faced 13 athletes. Starting from the quarterfinals, he achieved two consecutive victories over wrestlers from Turkey, which allowed him to advance to the finals. As a result of a tense battle, Bilol won the gold medal, while his compatriot Öskönbay AbdySamotov took second place, earning the silver.

11.01.2026, 14:12
Fire in a private kindergarten in Bishkek fully extinguished
Incidents

Fire in a private kindergarten in Bishkek fully extinguished

According to information provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic, the fire in the kindergarten was completely extinguished by 11:59. The total area affected by the fire was approximately 150 square meters. Fortunately, no one was injured. The fire in the private kindergarten in Bishkek has been completely extinguished.

11.01.2026, 13:54
Renowned Manas scholar Raisa Kydyrbaeva has passed away
Society

Renowned Manas scholar Raisa Kydyrbaeva has passed away

Raisa Kydyrbaeva, a renowned manas scholar, passed away at the age of 96. This sad news was announced by the Chingiz Aitmatov Institute of Language and Literature. Photo from the internet. Raisa Kydyrbaeva Raisa Kydyrbaeva was born in 1930. In 1952, she completed her studies at the Faculty of Philology of Kyrgyz State University, and in 1956, she finished her postgraduate studies at the Maxim Gorky Literary Institute in Moscow. Since 1956, she began her career at the Academy of Sciences of the

11.01.2026, 13:53
World

Britain is considering the possibility of sending troops to Greenland amid Trump's statements

According to information from GB News, citing The Telegraph, the UK government is in discussions about the possibility of sending its military to Greenland. This discussion has become relevant after Donald Trump expressed interest in the island in the context of US strategic plans. The office of Prime Minister Keir Starmer has already begun consultations with European allies regarding the potential deployment of troops to this Arctic territory. Military planners are working on proposals for a

11.01.2026, 13:49
Kyrgyzstani Bilol Sharip Uulu Wins Gold at the Yasar Dogu International Tournament
Sports

Kyrgyzstani Bilol Sharip Uulu Wins Gold at the Yasar Dogu International Tournament

Bilol Sharip uulu, representing Kyrgyzstan, won a gold medal at the international wrestling tournament Yasar Dogu, which took place in Turkey. The athlete competed in the under 65-kilogram category, starting his journey from the quarterfinals. At this stage, he achieved two victories over Turkish wrestlers and advanced to the final match. In the decisive bout, his opponent was another Kyrgyzstani — Oskonbay Abdysamotov.

11.01.2026, 13:31
World

The Head of the European Commission Expressed Support for Protesters in Iran

On the evening of January 10, Ursula von der Leyen made a statement on the social network X, expressing full support for the protesters in Iran. She condemned the violent actions against peaceful demonstrators. This was reported by Deutsche Welle. According to von der Leyen, Europe firmly condemns the suppression of legitimate protests and expresses solidarity with Iranians demanding freedom. "The heroes on the streets of Tehran and other cities around the world are calling for freedom of

11.01.2026, 13:28
Incidents

In a car accident near the ski resort "Chunkurchak," a seven-year-old child was killed.

A traffic accident occurred on the Bishkek - Chunkurchak highway, near the ski resort "Chunkurchak," where a seven-year-old boy died as a result of the incident. The accident took place on the evening of January 10. According to eyewitness accounts and information from the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, the driver of the BMW X7, born in 1990, lost control of the vehicle on one of the hairpin turns. The car went off the road and fell into a ravine on the third

11.01.2026, 13:21
Maria Corina Machado: I want to award the Nobel Prize to Trump. Nobel Committee: the prize cannot be transferred.
World

Maria Corina Machado: I want to award the Nobel Prize to Trump. Nobel Committee: the prize cannot be transferred.

The Nobel Committee, "in response to numerous inquiries," published a press release regarding the unchangeable status of the Nobel Peace Prize laureate. In the committee's statement, it is noted: "The facts are unequivocal. Once the Nobel Prize is awarded, it cannot be revoked, divided, or transferred to another person. This decision is final and indefinite." Maria Corina Machado, one of the leading representatives of the Venezuelan opposition and the Nobel Peace Prize

11.01.2026, 13:16
World

The USA struck ISIS targets in Syria

The United States of America, in conjunction with allied forces, conducted a series of strikes against "Islamic State" (ISIS) targets on Syrian territory. This was reported by the Central Command of the U.S. Armed Forces on the social network X. According to the statement, these attacks were part of Operation "Hawk Strike," which was initiated on December 19, 2025, at the direction of U.S. President Donald Trump. The operation was a response to a deadly ISIS attack on

11.01.2026, 12:57
Economy

The Audit Chamber identified issues in the implementation of the grant project "Development of Women's Entrepreneurship"

- In its report, the Audit Chamber analyzed the compliance of the budget execution of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, as well as the institutions under its control, for the period from the beginning of 2022 to the end of 2024. The audit results showed that, overall, the system for managing external assistance operates in accordance with established objectives: the ministry registers, coordinates, and monitors projects, conducts training events, and interacts with government agencies.

11.01.2026, 12:57
The U.S. Will Ease Sanctions Against Venezuela for Oil Sales
World

The U.S. Will Ease Sanctions Against Venezuela for Oil Sales

In an interview with Reuters, Bessent commented: “Sanctions on oil sales will be lifted. This could happen as early as next week.” He also reminded that Venezuelan assets worth 5 billion dollars remain locked. Scott Bessent plans to hold meetings next week with the leadership of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank to discuss the possibility of resuming cooperation with Venezuela. According to him, the frozen assets could be used to restore the country's economy.

11.01.2026, 12:31
Incidents

In Uzgen, a driver was fined 30,000 soms for driving onto a pedestrian bridge.

In Uzgen, a fine of 30,000 soms was imposed on a driver who drove onto a pedestrian bridge located at the entrance to the city. This was reported by Mayor Eldos Taev. Today, January 11, employees of the traffic safety department of the Uzgen district conducted a raid during which they identified a driver who violated the rules by driving onto a bridge intended only for pedestrians.

11.01.2026, 12:30
Society

The contribution of the tourism industry to Kyrgyzstan's GDP was 4.3 percent - Januzakov

According to information voiced by the director of the Tourism Support and Development Fund, Adilet Januzakov, on the air of Radio Sputnik, the contribution of the tourism sector to the gross domestic product of Kyrgyzstan reached 4.3% in 2025. This figure is higher compared to the same period in 2024. Januzakov emphasized the importance of considering tourism development from an economic perspective. He noted that government initiatives are aimed at the rational use of natural and landscape

11.01.2026, 12:28