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
On January 6, specialists from the Osh Regional Administration and the Biodiversity Department of the Ecological Supervision Service, as well as employees of the "Bars-2" NABU group, conducted raids in three districts of the Osh region: Kara-Suu, Alai, and Uzgen. According to the ecological supervision data, during the inspections, fines were imposed on three men for violating fishing regulations, with the total amount of fines reaching 3,000 soms, in accordance with Article 266 of
In the Chui region, a man has been detained on suspicion of committing acts of violence against his wife. According to data provided by the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the region, a woman named A. Z., born in 1995, reported to the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata district. She stated that on January 7, as a result of a conflict in their home in the village of Ivanovka, her husband A. E., born in 1993, inflicted bodily harm on her.
On January 9, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Chui Region reported the detention of a suspect for hooliganism. The incident occurred on the night of January 7 in Shopokov during the "Wheel" raid. Officers of the Traffic Police of Chui Region stopped a BMW X5 vehicle in the area of the Novostroyka residential area. During the document check, the driver raised suspicions of being in a state of alcohol intoxication, which led to the decision to take him to
At the Asian Indoor Athletics Championships, which will take place in China, athletes from Kyrgyzstan will compete. The event is scheduled for February 6-8 in the city of Tianjin.
In recent days, there has been a sharp escalation of protest sentiments in Iran. According to experts, there is a high likelihood that Israel and the United States will attempt to exploit ethnic divisions within the country, aiming to corner the Iranian authorities. This could lead to a harsh crackdown on protests, creating conditions for external intervention. On January 6 and 7, the protests shifted from central regions to the outskirts, to areas inhabited by ethnic minorities. Some media
Last night, an earthquake occurred in Tajikistan, which was also felt by residents of Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the provided data, the underground tremors reached a magnitude of 6.5 and were recorded at 3:14.
On January 8, the team prepared for the upcoming match at the training base in Jeddah. On January 9, as part of the group stage, the Kyrgyzstan team will face the youth national team of Vietnam, with the match starting at 20:00 Bishkek time.
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.
As of 8:00 AM, traffic has been temporarily halted on the section of Alymbeka Datka Street in Osh. This was reported by the city administration. The closure will affect the section from Aitieva Street to Asylkan.
The ACA MMA Fighters League tournament will take place today, January 9, in Grozny, Russia. There are 13 fights scheduled for ACA 198.
Security forces are using tear gas against protesters, eyewitnesses report, according to the dpa agency. In Tehran, activists are posting videos of burning police cars. Protests have also spread to other major cities, including Mashhad and Kermanshah. According to the British organization NetBlocks, Iranian authorities have imposed strict restrictions on internet access, leading to a "practically complete nationwide internet blackout." IT company Cloudflare reports that on January 8,
When it comes to the challenging economic situation in Kyrgyzstan, some officials like to ask the question: if things are so bad, then why are there traffic jams in Bishkek and no free tables in cafes and restaurants? Perhaps the answer can be found in the theory of the "lipstick effect," proposed by American scholar Juliet Schor. What is the "Lipstick Effect"? The hypothesis in sociology known as the Lipstick Effect claims that in conditions of declining income, the
Maksat Kocherov, the director of the Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan, conducted an unscheduled inspection at the phytosanitary control points "Ak-Tilek" and "Kant," which are located near the Kyrgyz-Kazakh border. This was reported by the ministry's press service. Photo from the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture During the inspection,
According to the information from the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, the epicenter of the earthquake was located 223 km southeast of the city of Osh in Kyrgyzstan. The intensity of the earthquake was assessed at 3 points in the southern regions of Kyrgyzstan.
The U.S. President's advisor on homeland security, Stephen Miller, stated in an interview with CNN: "Despite the talk about international norms, we live in a real world where power prevails. These laws have been in effect since ancient times."
According to the publication Politico, the security declaration for Ukraine, signed the day before in Paris, was significantly shortened compared to the initial draft. The final version lacks several points concerning the USA, as reported by RBC.
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
- In 2025, the Rosselkhoznadzor began the seizure of three plots of land totaling 33 hectares in the Amur region and Yakutia, which were not used for agricultural purposes. This information was announced by representatives of the Rosselkhoznadzor. Several administrative cases were initiated against landowners in the Amur region, resulting in fines totaling over 635 thousand rubles, as well as the recovery of 2.1 million rubles in damages both voluntarily and through court decisions.
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.
On the night of January 8 to 9, there was a sharp deterioration in weather conditions in the Talas region, resulting in thick fog on the roads, significantly reducing visibility. The Road Traffic Safety Department (RTSD) of the regional Internal Affairs Directorate reported that in foggy conditions, drivers should be especially cautious: it is recommended to reduce speed, avoid crossing into oncoming traffic, and strictly adhere to traffic rules.
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.
In the new documentary project titled "President," Kamchybek Tashiev, head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), candidly spoke about his relationship with Sadyr Japarov, clarifying the situation regarding the strength of their political alliance. According to him, all attempts by detractors to sow discord in their relationship constantly crash against a "stone wall" of trust, which only strengthens their partnership. Tashiev emphasized that while some are
On January 9, 1956, it became the coldest day in Bishkek, as confirmed by data from the "Weather and Climate" resource. On that day, the temperature in the capital reached −25.1 degrees. The warmest January 9 was in 2002, when the temperature rose to +15.1 degrees. The "Weather and Climate" website provides information about meteorological conditions worldwide. Temperature records for each day are determined as minimum and maximum values based on daily resolution data. For