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Bill Gates confessed to infidelities with two Russian women
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Bill Gates confessed to infidelities with two Russian women

Gates also expressed the opinion that Epstein was aware of his affairs and intended to use this information for blackmail. In the so-called "Epstein files," a draft email was found that was never sent, in which Epstein claims he found medications for Gates that would help him deal with the "consequences of sex with Russian girls," hinting at possible sexually transmitted infections. In this letter, Epstein also warns: "Bill risks becoming not only the richest man but

25.02.2026, 18:52
Personnel changes occurred in the Bishkek city hall.
Society

Personnel changes occurred in the Bishkek city hall.

New leaders of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports have been appointed in the capital's city hall Kanatbek Mamatov has become the new director of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports, as well as Tourism and Youth Affairs of the Bishkek city hall. This information was announced by the press service of the municipality.

25.02.2026, 18:43
Society

A resident of Jeti-Oguz presented an unusual gift made of 3100 little sheep to the head of state.

Azim Dogdurbekov, a resident of the village of Jeynish in the Jeti-Oguz district, gifted the president a unique portrait made from 3,100 matchsticks. He shared this with a correspondent from Turmush. Azim, who is 33 years old, mentioned that he is originally from the village of Jeynish. He has five siblings in his family. In 2017, he completed his studies at the Mining Institute and became a mining engineer.

25.02.2026, 18:42
Another MP of the ЖК decided to resign from his mandate - Chyngyz Azhibaev
Politics

Another MP of the ЖК decided to resign from his mandate - Chyngyz Azhibaev

Chyngyz Ajibaev, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, has decided to resign from his mandate. This information has been received from reliable sources. Born in 1991, Ajibaev began his parliamentary career in 2021, becoming a representative of the VII convocation. In November 2025, he was re-elected to the VIII convocation from the multi-mandate electoral district No. 1 (Leilek district). Currently, he holds the position of first deputy speaker and previously worked as an investigator for the

25.02.2026, 18:30
Computed tomography reveals the horrors of Inca child sacrifice
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Computed tomography reveals the horrors of Inca child sacrifice

According to recent data, children sacrificed to appease the gods were under the influence of drugs and alcohol before their deaths, media reports. It is not surprising that being a victim among the Incas was an extremely difficult ordeal. As studies conducted in 2013 show, children faced alcohol and drug intoxication before their deaths. Just recently, scientists provided new evidence that the sacrifice of these children was a true nightmare.

25.02.2026, 18:26
Dynamometers are being dismantled in Bishkek
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Dynamometers are being dismantled in Bishkek

17 strength meters dismantled in the Lenin district In accordance with the instruction of the mayor of Bishkek, the Department of Land Use Control is conducting inspections and dismantling strength meters that were installed in the capital. This information was announced by the press service of the mayor's office.

25.02.2026, 18:25
Politics

Another member of the Jogorku Kenesh intends to resign from their mandate

According to information received from its own sources, Kaktus.media reports that Azhibaev has submitted a statement to resign from his deputy powers. At the start of the VIII convocation of the Jogorku Kenesh, Chyngyz Azhibaev took the position of the first vice-speaker of parliament, successfully elected from constituency No. 1, where he received the highest number of votes.

25.02.2026, 18:14
Economy

The E-SFS system in Kyrgyzstan will be completely updated. What concerns businesses?

The Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan has begun work on a new version of the electronic invoice system (EIS). The agency acknowledges that the current mechanism has many shortcomings, and it is now ready to implement changes based on the real needs of accountants and entrepreneurs. "Created in a hurry"Deputy Director of the State Enterprise "Salyk Service" Nurgul Salieva noted in a conversation with business representatives that the first version of the EIS was developed under tight

25.02.2026, 18:13
Ecology

The Second Global Mountain Summit "Bishkek+25" will take place from October 21 to 23, 2027.

During the second meeting of the Organizational Committee preparing for the Five-Year Action Plan for the Development of Mountain Regions for 2023-2027, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, outlined the key points of the upcoming events. According to the press service of the government, the meeting was attended by the special representative of the president for mountain development issues, deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, as well as heads of

25.02.2026, 18:12
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The Ministry of Economic Development proposes to create a state leasing company to support business and the agricultural sector.

- The Ministry of Economy and Commerce has initiated a draft law to create a state leasing company in the form of a joint-stock company, which will allow small and medium enterprises, as well as the agricultural sector, to access the necessary equipment and machinery on preferential terms. This draft law has already been presented for public discussion.

25.02.2026, 18:08
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The Ministry of Transport and Business Discussed Mechanisms for Protecting National Carriers

- A working meeting was held at the Ministry of Transport and Communications, attended by Deputy Minister Almaz Turgunbaev and representatives of the business sector. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss key aspects of forming the TRACECA Business Council as a platform for dialogue between government agencies and business, the ministry's press service reported. The Ministry of Transport is initiating the creation of this council, which will become an important tool for protecting the

25.02.2026, 18:05
An accident involving two cars occurred in the Alamudun district.
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An accident involving two cars occurred in the Alamudun district.

An accident occurred in the Alamudun district involving two cars, according to information provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region. The incident took place on February 23 at 09:50 in the village of Koy-Tash. Preliminary information indicates that the drivers of the vehicles collided at the intersection of Ablesov and Chyngyz Baatyr streets.

25.02.2026, 18:02
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At the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the purchase of municipal land for multi-apartment construction was discussed.

In Bishkek, a joint meeting was held, organized by the Construction Committee of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Public Association "Union of Builders of the KR." This was reported by the press service of the CCI. During the meeting, key issues concerning the development of the construction industry and the regulation of land relations were discussed.

25.02.2026, 18:01
Free style or classic in school uniforms? The Ministry of Education has stated its position
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Free style or classic in school uniforms? The Ministry of Education has stated its position

The Ministry of Education of Kyrgyzstan has confirmed that the requirements for school uniforms must adhere to a classic style. This statement was made by Altynbek Erkimbekov, head of the department of upbringing and extracurricular education. Deputy Dastan Bekeshev previously proposed at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh to reconsider the existing norms and make the uniform more comfortable. He advocated for the possibility of introducing a more relaxed style of clothing and granting schools

25.02.2026, 17:56
Society

Holidays will start on March 2. The Ministry of Education explained the decision (and what teachers should do)

The Ministry of Education clarified how the process of completing the third quarter will be organized, taking into account its shortened duration. As it became known on February 24, the spring break will begin on March 2. Teachers expressed confusion on social media, wondering how to manage to submit quarter grades in the remaining three days. The ministry emphasized that when preparing the calendar planning, reserve hours and the need to conduct assessments within the quarter are taken into

25.02.2026, 17:48
In Bishkek, the dismantling of force meters has begun.
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In Bishkek, the dismantling of force meters has begun.

According to information from the press service of the city administration, the land use control department has started raids to dismantle illegally installed power meters in Bishkek. The work is primarily being carried out in the Lenin district, where 17 such objects have already been dismantled, placed without the necessary permission from the authorities. These activities are aimed at improving order in the field of land use and enhancing the urban infrastructure. Similar actions are

25.02.2026, 17:41
Society

Indian porcupine spotted in the Talas mountains. Video

A rare animal has been spotted in the Talas Mountains. According to ecologist Gamal Soronkulov, researchers captured an Indian porcupine (Hystrix indica) using camera traps. "Previously, we had seen its tracks, but this time the porcupine was caught on camera. It noticed the camera and, getting too close, knocked it over, but managed to take a few pictures," he said. In the area around the porcupine's burrow, sunbathing spots, quills, and remnants of its food were discovered.

25.02.2026, 17:38
Capital police reported the detention of a "dropper."
Incidents

Capital police reported the detention of a "dropper."

The capital's police have detained a suspect in fraud — K. I., 21 years old, who, according to the press service of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs, is a so-called "dropper". According to law enforcement data, on November 24, 2025, he, posing as a client who needed to block a bank card, obtained the student card of T. A. for temporary use. Together with the cardholder, he went to a bank branch in the Osh region, where he unblocked the card and then sold it via

25.02.2026, 17:38
Economy

In the Moscow District of Chuy Region, a factory for the production of irrigation equipment is planned to be built.

- Negotiations took place in the Republic of Turkey between the trade representative office of the Kyrgyz Republic and a potential investor regarding the implementation of a project to build a factory that will produce equipment for drip and sprinkler irrigation in the Moscow district of the Chui region, according to information from the press service of the Ministry of Economy. The planned production complex will be located on a 10-hectare site in the Ak-Suu rural district.

25.02.2026, 17:37