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In Bishkek, the International Mother Language Day was celebrated in social institutions
Society / Exclusive

In Bishkek, the International Mother Language Day was celebrated in social institutions

In Bishkek, festive events dedicated to the International Mother Language Day were held in institutions such as "Akniyet," the social stationary institution "Ümüt üyi," and the center "Ayjar." According to information from the mayor's office, these events were organized as part of the implementation of the president's decree on "National Spirit – Global Heights," and their main goal was to elevate the status of the mother language, as well as

22.02.2026, 14:52
Incidents

Fight with a teacher at school No. 83. High school student suspected of hooliganism

The Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District reported on February 22 about the initiation of a criminal case in connection with the incident that occurred at school No. 83. According to information received by the police on February 16, a fight broke out between a 69-year-old pre-conscription training teacher, B.K., and a student born in 2010, M.K. An investigative team was dispatched to the scene. The teacher filed a complaint, accusing the student of assault, while the teenager

22.02.2026, 14:43
In Slovakia, a train fatally struck a bear
World

In Slovakia, a train fatally struck a bear

According to the official, this incident is the first collision of a train with a bear in Slovakia since the beginning of 2026. He specified that the weight of the animal was 162 kg, and the circumstances of the incident are currently being investigated.

22.02.2026, 14:34
World

Iran tested a new naval air defense missile

The naval forces of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran launched the Sayyad-3G missile for the first time during the Smart Control exercises held in the Strait of Hormuz. This was reported by the Anadolu news agency. It became known that on February 21, a video was released showing the missile being launched from the military ship Shahid Sayyad Shirazi. The Sayyad-3G is a naval modification of the ground-based air defense system Sayyad-3.

22.02.2026, 14:23
Ecology

Fog is expected in Kyrgyzstan, with icy conditions in some areas — weather forecast for February 23

Weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan on February 23. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, variable weather with no precipitation is expected in the country on February 23. Fog is possible in some areas during the night and morning. Snow drifts and ice slicks are observed on sections of roads in the foothills and mountains. The wind will blow from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s, and during the day, in some parts of the Issyk-Kul region, it is expected to strengthen to 15-20 m/s.

22.02.2026, 14:19
Polish speed skater Szeliga suffered a facial injury at the Olympics
Sports

Polish speed skater Szeliga suffered a facial injury at the Olympics

During the semifinal race, which involved Italian Arianna Fontana and American Kristen Santos-Griswold, Selye sustained an injury to her left eye from a competitor's skate. After the incident, she received first aid on the spot and was then transported on a stretcher for further examination at a medical facility.

22.02.2026, 14:16
Society

Road Construction in Bishkek: Where to Expect Traffic Jams This Summer?

The closure of the intersection of Young Guard Avenue and Leo Tolstoy Street will begin in two months and will last for almost a year. Currently, this area is experiencing significant traffic load, and traffic jams are a constant occurrence. As part of the project, a new transport interchange will be constructed here, which will become one of the first on the main streets of the capital. According to the city administration, the project is currently undergoing examination at the Ministry of

22.02.2026, 14:07
Exclusive

The Social Fund has completed the transition to a digital system and provided tax relief.

The press release from the Social Fund reports on the completion of the transition to a new automated information system for pensioners receiving payments through banking institutions, with results from 2025. Since August 2025, the rules for granting pensions in the event of the loss of a breadwinner have changed: it is no longer required to notarize copies of death certificates. It will be sufficient to verify against the original document.

22.02.2026, 13:54
World

Donald Trump addressed Cristiano Ronaldo

In his video, Trump, sitting at a table, tells Ronaldo: "You are the greatest football player in history. The USA needs you. It's time to hit the road right now. We're waiting for you here." This address gathered over a million views on the TikTok platform in just 24 hours. As of now, Ronaldo's reaction to this video is not known.

22.02.2026, 13:49
"Motivation in Children with Developmental Disabilities is Not Found, It is Formed - Expert"
Health / Exclusive

"Motivation in Children with Developmental Disabilities is Not Found, It is Formed - Expert"

Naile Valieva, an internationally certified behavioral analyst working with children with special needs, spoke about the importance of the initial assessment of the motivational sphere and the methods of its formation. She noted that motivation should not be sought, but developed. An important aspect of the specialist's work is the primary testing she developed, which helps assess the motivational characteristics of the child and form their motivational profile. According to her, adults

22.02.2026, 13:44
In Kyrgyzstan, February 23 is a working day; there will be no transfer of weekends for March 8 and Nowruz.
Society / Exclusive

In Kyrgyzstan, February 23 is a working day; there will be no transfer of weekends for March 8 and Nowruz.

Monday, February 23, despite being a holiday, will not be a day off. As is known, Defender of the Fatherland Day was included in the list of holidays according to the Labor Code adopted in 2025; however, a day off is not provided for this day. It is important to note that International Women's Day this year falls on a Sunday, but March 9 will also not be a day off. According to current legislation, the transfer of non-working holidays that fall on a Saturday or Sunday is no longer

22.02.2026, 13:20
World

In "Ala-Archa," the cable car has stopped, people are suspended in the cabins

According to information provided to the editorial office of Kaktus.media, on February 22, the new cable car in the Ala-Archa Nature Park stopped operating. One of the visitors reported that the cabins had not moved for about 30 minutes. He added: "The cable car got stuck, and we are being told that this happened due to technical problems."

22.02.2026, 13:17
The Gulf of Finland has completely frozen over for the first time in 15 years.
Society

The Gulf of Finland has completely frozen over for the first time in 15 years.

For the first time in the last 15 years, the Gulf of Finland has completely frozen over. This was reported by Alexander Kolesov, head of the Hydrometeorological Center of St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region. According to the expert, the favorable frosty conditions of recent days have contributed to the formation of ice across the entire water area of the gulf. “In the open part of the gulf, young ice was observed for 2-3 days, which is quite thin and transparent, making it difficult to

22.02.2026, 13:12
A Celebration for Children with Cancer in Bishkek in Honor of Maslenitsa
Society / Exclusive

A Celebration for Children with Cancer in Bishkek in Honor of Maslenitsa

In Bishkek, a celebration was held for children suffering from cancer, organized by the charity fund Help the Children-SKD, coinciding with the Maslenitsa week. According to the organizers, the event titled "Pancake - a Symbol of the Sun!" was conceived to support young patients of the National Center for Maternal and Child Health. The president of the fund, Elena Koneva, emphasized that the pancake symbolizes the sun — a symbol of warmth, hope, and generosity. She stated that

22.02.2026, 13:07
In Bishkek, a suspect in a $260,000 fraud has been detained.
Incidents

In Bishkek, a suspect in a $260,000 fraud has been detained.

Officers from the Oktyabrsky District Department of Internal Affairs in Bishkek reported the detention of a suspect in fraud. The press service of the district internal affairs department clarified the details of the incident. According to the information, a person identified as U. L. contacted the police, stating that from February to June 2025, S. N. deceitfully took possession of ten electric vehicles on Isakeyeva Street in Bishkek.

22.02.2026, 13:04
Business in Riyadh: How Nazira Ibraim kyzy Promotes Partnership with the Kingdom
Society

Business in Riyadh: How Nazira Ibraim kyzy Promotes Partnership with the Kingdom

At the age of 14, Nazira Ibraim kyzy became a university student and even then won a case against the Ministry of Justice. Since then, she has progressed from local courts in Kyrgyzstan to international economic initiatives in Saudi Arabia. Currently, Nazira represents the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Kyrgyzstan in Riyadh, working on creating connections between Kyrgyz businesses and one of the fastest-growing economies in the world. Photo from the interviewee's archive. Nazira

22.02.2026, 13:00
IOC closed the case against Infantino after meeting with Trump
Politics

IOC closed the case against Infantino after meeting with Trump

The recent meeting between Infantino and Trump at a public event has sparked discussions in sports circles regarding a possible violation of the principle of political neutrality outlined in the Olympic Charter. However, after conducting a thorough internal review, the IOC concluded that the actions of the FIFA president do not contradict the established norms of the organization.

22.02.2026, 12:51
NASA has postponed the launch of the crewed Orion spacecraft to the Moon indefinitely
World

NASA has postponed the launch of the crewed Orion spacecraft to the Moon indefinitely

The launch, originally scheduled for March 2026, has been postponed due to identified technical issues with the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket, which is intended to place Orion into low Earth orbit. On February 21, during the night, NASA engineers discovered irregularities in the helium supply to the rocket's interim cryogenic stage, which forced them to conduct additional equipment checks. As a result, it was decided to return the rocket to the assembly shop to fix the identified

22.02.2026, 12:48