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The Russian Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan spoke about grants for admission to Russian universities

Sergey Vakunov, the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Kyrgyzstan, shared information about new grants aimed at supporting Kyrgyz students in obtaining education at Russian universities. He announced this in an interview with the "Russia 24" channel. Currently, there are about 10,000 students from Kyrgyzstan studying in Russia, and 4,500 of them are receiving education on a budget basis.

10.02.2026, 18:56
Using ChatGPT Reduces Brain Neural Activity by 47%
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Using ChatGPT Reduces Brain Neural Activity by 47%

A study conducted by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) revealed how the use of the ChatGPT chatbot affects users' cognitive abilities. The results showed that excessive reliance on artificial intelligence leads to a significant decrease in mental activity and a deterioration in information retention.

10.02.2026, 18:55
Scientists have figured out how a person dies: what happens to the brain
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Scientists have figured out how a person dies: what happens to the brain

In studies dedicated to the neural activity of the brain in the final moments of life, scientists found that before death, some individuals experience a sharp spike in neuronal activity. This phenomenon coincides with descriptions given by people who have experienced clinical death, reports the source HiTech. The research, conducted using electroencephalograms on patients under medical supervision, showed that in the last seconds of life, gamma waves were activated in some of them. These waves

10.02.2026, 18:54
A helicopter maintenance center is being established in the SEZ "Bishkek"
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A helicopter maintenance center is being established in the SEZ "Bishkek"

As of today, a center for helicopter maintenance is planned to be established in the Bishkek free economic zone. This became known during the visit of Ravshanbek Sabirov, the head of the National Investment Agency, who familiarized himself with the implementation process of the investment project in this zone. During his trip, he also visited the production facilities of Heli Sky LLC, located in the village of Ak-Chiy, which is situated within the Bishkek SEZ.

10.02.2026, 18:54
Macron stated that the Trump administration wants to divide the EU
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Macron stated that the Trump administration wants to divide the EU

Macron emphasized: “When we face open aggression, we should not give up or seek compromise. We have already tried such a strategy, and it did not work.” He noted that he always tries to be respectful and predictable in communication with U.S. President Donald Trump, but this should not be perceived as a weakness. In his view, the current U.S. administration demonstrates an “openly anti-European position,” showing contempt for the European Union and seeking to divide it.

10.02.2026, 18:54
In Kyrgyzstan, 42 automated weight and dimension control points will be established
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, 42 automated weight and dimension control points will be established

The launch of a new PPP project related to the collection of fees from freight and bus transport The Ministry of Transport and Communications of Kyrgyzstan has announced the start of a public-private partnership project aimed at implementing an electronic system for collecting fees from trucks and buses, as well as automated weight and dimensional control on public roads.

10.02.2026, 18:52
Health

What Parents Should Pay Attention to in Their Child's Health — Doctor's Advice

The Deputy Chief Physician of the City Children's Clinical Hospital for Emergency Medical Care, Zhamiyla Anakeeva, reported on "Birinchi Radio" that the number of cases of echinococcosis in children has doubled. According to her, many parents seek medical help when the disease has already led to serious damage to the liver and lungs, sometimes with a ruptured cyst. These figures are particularly high in Bishkek and the Chui region.

10.02.2026, 18:52
KFC has defined its commercial development strategy for 2026
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KFC has defined its commercial development strategy for 2026

Recently, an important meeting of the Marketing and Social Responsibility Committee took place at the headquarters of the Kyrgyz Football Union (KFU). The main focus of the meeting was on the prospects for commercial and media growth of the football industry in the country this year.

10.02.2026, 18:50
Detained employee of the UGNS for the Lenin District
Incidents

Detained employee of the UGNS for the Lenin District

The senior inspector of the department for the control of excise goods of the State Tax Service for the Lenin District of Bishkek, citizen Sh.U.U., was detained by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) on suspicion of abuse of official authority.

10.02.2026, 18:49
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, there are plans to revise outdated tax deduction standards.

Discussions have begun in Kyrgyzstan regarding changes to the standard tax deductions provided for in the Tax Code. The head of the Department of Declaration and Non-Tax Payments under the government, Chinara Mamyrbaeva, reported this in an interview on "Birinchi Radio." She emphasized that the possibility of increasing social and property benefits for taxpayers is being considered in the country. "The amounts of 650 soms per person and 100 soms per dependent have long been out

10.02.2026, 18:49
Media: The Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh may be dismissed after returning from Turkey
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Media: The Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh may be dismissed after returning from Turkey

According to information received from sources at 24.kg, there may be personnel changes in the Parliament of Kyrgyzstan in the near future. The possible resignation of the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turghunbek uulu, is at the center of discussion, with the initiative expected to be announced immediately upon his return from Turkey. This issue is being discussed at the level of leaders and individual parliamentary factions. Although no official decision has been made yet, sources

10.02.2026, 18:44
Torobaev: The IEC should become a think tank for generating new ideas
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Torobaev: The IEC should become a think tank for generating new ideas

Today, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev participated in a meeting of the board of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the event, key areas for the development of the republic until 2030 were discussed, as well as the action plan of the Cabinet of Ministers for 2026. Additionally, the results of the work of the Tourism Development Support Fund and the "Kyrgyzexport" Center

10.02.2026, 18:44
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The State Development Bank finances the construction of the "Kulanak" Hydroelectric Power Station, - Ministry of Finance

- On January 26, 2026, the Development Bank of Kyrgyzstan signed an agreement regarding the financing of the construction of the "Kulanak" hydropower station in the Naryn region. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Finance. According to the agency, the capacity of the new hydropower station will be 100 MW, and the annual electricity generation will reach approximately 435 million kWh. This will help reduce the energy deficit in the country by nearly 11%.

10.02.2026, 18:42
Education

This year, 36 new schools will be built in Bishkek.

In Bishkek, it is planned to build 36 new educational institutions in 2023, stated Mayor Aibek Junushaliev at a meeting of the Ministry of Education's board. According to him, construction work on 20 of these schools has already begun. 33 educational institutions will be financed from both the republican budget and off-budget sources, while 3 schools are planned to be built using city budget funds.

10.02.2026, 18:42
Politics

President on the resignation of Kamchybek Tashiev: Preventing a split in society

In his address, the press secretary of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Askat Alagozov, commented to Kaktus.media on the resignation of Kamchybek Tashiev from the position of head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). He noted that President Sadyr Japarov explained his decision as follows: “I made this decision based on the interests of our state, to prevent a split in society, including disagreements between state structures, and, on the contrary, to strengthen unity,” the

10.02.2026, 18:42
Society

A new feature that users have long been waiting for will appear in WhatsApp

Now WhatsApp users will be able to make voice and video calls through the web version of the app on computers. Previously, these features were only available in mobile versions, reports 9To5Mac. According to information, testing of voice and video call features in WhatsApp Web has already begun. Currently, they are only available in beta version and not for all users. Initially, users will be able to make calls in personal chats without installing a separate application on their PCs.

10.02.2026, 18:41
Society

In Osh, 53 families from dangerous areas were issued warnings about possible relocation

Today, events were held in Osh to inform residents living in risk zones. This was reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to the agency's information, there are currently 53 families living in dangerous areas of the city. Of these, 32 families are registered within the municipal territorial administration "Sulaiman-Too," while the remaining 21 families are in the municipal district of Manas-Ata.

10.02.2026, 18:40
In the draft of the new Constitution of Kazakhstan, the clause about the Russian language has been amended.
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In the draft of the new Constitution of Kazakhstan, the clause about the Russian language has been amended.

In the draft of the new Constitution of Kazakhstan, one word was changed in the article about languages. At a meeting of the Constitutional Commission, Nurmukhanov reported that the word "тең" (equal) was replaced with "қатар" (alongside). This change pertains to Article 9, which was presented in early February. Article 9 of the proposed Constitution states that the Kazakh language is the state language, while the Russian language is used in state institutions and local

10.02.2026, 18:40