Schoolchildren of Kyrgyzstan won two gold, three silver, and six bronze medals at the International Olympiad in Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science.

From January 10 to 15, 2026, the XXII International Zhautykov Olympiad in Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science (IZhO2026) took place in Almaty, with over 600 schoolchildren from 16 countries participating. The Kyrgyzstan team consisted of 33 participants who represented their country with dignity. Among the participants were representatives from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Pakistan, Russia, Romania, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan,

In Guatemalan prisons, 46 people were taken hostage during riots

Saturday riots in three institutions in Guatemala resulted in 46 people being taken hostage, mostly guards and one psychologist. This was reported by Reuters citing official sources. The country's Minister of the Interior, Marco Antonio Villeda, noted at a press conference that there has been no information about injuries or fatalities among the hostages so far.

EU promises a unified response to Trump's threats to impose tariffs over Greenland

As reported by Euronews, the leaders of the European Union are ready to coordinate their actions in response to President Trump's recent threats to impose an additional 10% tariff on goods from eight European countries starting February 1, if Denmark does not agree to sell Greenland. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, French President Emmanuel Macron, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz confirmed that the EU intends to act "in a united and coordinated manner" to

Turkmenistan Recognized as the Most Sober Country in the Post-Soviet Space

According to a study conducted by the World Population Review, Turkmenistan ranked first among the CIS countries in terms of sobriety. The portal presented rankings of both the most drinking and the most sober countries in the world. The Islamic culture prevalent in Central Asia influences the local residents' attitude towards alcohol, making them more restrained on this issue.

Storm Warning: Avalanches and Icy Conditions Expected in the Mountain Regions of Kyrgyzstan on January 18-19

From January 18 to 19, sharp changes in weather conditions are expected in Kyrgyzstan: snow is anticipated in some areas, while intense precipitation is expected in others. There is also a possibility of wet snow accumulating on trees and power lines, reports Kyrgyzhydromet. In some places, fog will be observed. Snow drifts and icy conditions may occur on the roads, and in mountainous areas, snow drifts are expected. An intensification of the westerly wind is anticipated, with speeds reaching

In Indonesia, a missing airplane was found at the top of a mountain

The loss of contact with the aircraft occurred on January 17 in the Maros district. There were 11 people on board, including eight crew members. During the search operation conducted on Sunday morning, the ATR 42-500 aircraft was found. The first signs of its location became known around 07:17 (02:17 Moscow time) — an air patrol spotted white debris in the hilly terrain around Mount Bulusaraung.

Ibraev checks the operation of energy facilities due to worsening weather conditions

The Minister of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic, Talaybek Ibraev, conducted an inspection of the condition of energy facilities against the backdrop of a sharp deterioration in weather conditions. This information was provided by the press service of the ministry. During the inspection, the minister familiarized himself with the operation of the electricity sales service in Bishkek and met with employees of the Bishkek branch of OJSC "NESK" — electric networks. Ibraev instructed energy

In the rural district of Kazybek in the At-Bashinsky region, problematic issues of local residents were discussed

In the village of Kyzyl-Tuu, located in the rural district of Kazybek in the At-Bashi region of Naryn Province, a public meeting was held. Local authorities, representatives of the prosecutor's office, heads of organizations, and residents of the village were present at the meeting.

In Kara-Balta, a musical performance "King and Jester: Shadows on the Wall" was held.

The musical performance "King and Jester: Shadows on the Wall" was successfully presented in Bishkek and Kara-Balta. This event became an important milestone in the cultural life of the region and was organized by students of the theater studio.

Writing at Dawn and Living the Lives of Heroes. Shakhsanam Murray on Her Creativity

Shaksanem Murray, a Kyrgyz-British writer, was born and raised in Bishkek. She studied philology at the Romano-Germanic faculty of the Kyrgyz National University. In September 2001, Shaksanem moved to Scotland and currently resides in Edinburgh. In an interview with 24.kg, she shared her creative experience. Photo from the interviewee's archive. Shaksanem Murray — How did your journey into literature begin? — My interest in literature began in school when teachers inspired us to read

Annexation of Greenland. Trump imposes tariffs on eight European countries starting February 1.

Starting February 1, 2024, Donald Trump announced the introduction of additional tariffs for the United Kingdom, Denmark, and other European countries due to ongoing disagreements regarding Greenland. He shared this information in his post on the Truth Social platform. According to the U.S. president, the tariffs will remain in effect until a "complete and absolute agreement" is reached regarding the purchase of Greenland by the United States. A 10% tariff will be imposed on all goods

Snow in some areas, no precipitation in the rest of the territory — weather forecast for January 19

Weather overview in Kyrgyzstan for January 19. On the night of January 18-19, snow is expected in some areas of the Issyk-Kul region, while most of the country will remain precipitation-free. During the day, snow may occur in isolated places in the Osh, Jalal-Abad, Batken, and Naryn regions, while the rest of the regions will be dry. Fog is also possible in some areas. Caution is advised on the roads due to snow cover and icy conditions. The wind will be from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s, and

Khamenei Acknowledges for the First Time the Death of "Several Thousand" People in Protests in Iran

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran, has for the first time acknowledged that "several thousand" people have died as a result of protests in the country. He placed full responsibility for these events on the protesters and the American administration. This was reported by the Associated Press. During his speech, broadcast on state television, Khamenei described U.S. President Donald Trump as a "criminal" responsible for "victims, damage, and slander

Trump threatened eight European countries with tariffs over their stance on Greenland

According to The Guardian, Trump stated that starting February 1, all goods exported to the U.S. from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Finland will be subject to a 10% tariff. Furthermore, he noted that starting June 1, the tariff rate will increase to 25%.

In the shopping center "Ala-Archa," a stampede occurred at the children's playground due to a power outage.

A video has appeared on social media showing a crowd of people at the children's playground in the "Ala-Archa" shopping and entertainment center. According to information from the authorities, the cause of the stampede was a temporary power outage.

Storm Warning: Avalanches and Snow Drifts Expected on the Mountain Roads of Kyrgyzstan

According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, from January 19 to 21, dangerous weather phenomena are expected in the mountainous areas and on several highways of Kyrgyzstan. This includes the risk of snow avalanches, ice, and glaze. In particular, on the Bishkek - Osh highway, avalanche warnings are issued for sections from 121 to 138 km (Tuu-Ashuu Pass) and from 198 to 255 km (Ala-Bel Pass, Chychkan Gorge). Risks also exist on the roads Ala-Buka - Kanysh-Kiya (68–74 km and 86–101 km, Chapchyma

Investments in the agricultural sector increased by 13.9%, while in mining they decreased by 1.6 times.

- From January to November 2025, there is a 13.9% increase in the volume of investments in fixed capital for the construction of facilities in the agricultural sector in Kyrgyzstan. This data was provided by the National Statistics Committee. According to official statistics, the main sources of funding in this segment have been the republican budget, foreign grants and humanitarian aid, as well as loans from abroad and funds from citizens, including charitable donations. These sources

Bloomberg: Elon Musk demanded compensation from OpenAI of up to $134 billion

As reported by Bloomberg, Musk and his legal team claim that OpenAI deceived him by failing to fulfill payment obligations. According to Musk's attorney, Steven Molo, "the illegally obtained profits earned by OpenAI and Microsoft far exceed the entrepreneur's initial investments." OpenAI, in turn, responded to Musk's lawsuit, calling it baseless and accusing the entrepreneur of conducting a "campaign of harassment" against the company.

Bloomberg: OpenAI will begin testing advertising in ChatGPT

According to information from Bloomberg, OpenAI plans to introduce advertising in ChatGPT for users of the free version and the new economical Go plan, priced at $8 per month. This plan was initially launched in India and is now being rolled out to the U.S. market. It is worth noting that more expensive subscriptions will not contain ads. The implementation of the advertising model has become part of the company's new strategy aimed at diversifying revenue ahead of a potential IPO and

UNESCO is ready to support the World Nomad Games and the Issyk-Kul Forum of Aitmatov

AI can detect 130 diseases while you sleep

The artificial intelligence in question analyzes data about a person's condition during sleep, such as brain waves, heart rate, and breathing. This allows it to draw conclusions about the likelihood of developing various diseases. As noted by one of the study's authors, Stanford University associate professor James Zou, AI can predict disease risk many years before the first symptoms appear. The model, named SleepFM, was developed under the guidance of Rahul Tapa, a specialist in

Protests in Iran. The Ayatollah publicly acknowledged the death of thousands for the first time.

For the first time in a long while, the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, publicly acknowledged that thousands of people have died during the recent protests. He also blamed the United States for these tragic events. Archive photo. The Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, confirmed the deaths of thousands of people during the protests. “We consider the President of the United States to be a criminal responsible for the victims and damage, as well as for the slander

In 2025, China Consumed Twice as Much Electricity as the USA

The report also highlights the global increase in demand for electricity, driven by the growth of data centers for artificial intelligence and the rising use of electric vehicles. In particular, the Chinese sector for charging and battery replacement services saw a consumption increase of 48.8% compared to 2024, while the information and technology sector experienced a 17% rise. These areas have become the main factors driving electricity consumption growth in the services sector. In response

Game Thinking in Business Processes: Efficiency or Illusion?

Definition of Game Thinking in Business Game thinking is a method that borrows elements of game logic and structure to solve real business problems. It is not just about entertainment, but about how game developers can engage, retain attention, evoke emotions, and motivate actions. Unlike gamification, which simply adds game elements like points or badges, game thinking encompasses a holistic approach: from creating interaction scenarios to a clear structure of goals and feedback. This