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Why Tourists Need Almaty, Not New York, Moscow, or Paris

President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized that Almaty should become a place that will "always surprise," following the example of New York, Moscow, and Paris. He also noted that eco-activists are hindering the development of mountain tourism. In response, Zhamilya Zhaksalieva, an international water resources specialist, joined the discussion: Before discussing "sleepless" cities, experienced development companies, or eco-activists hindering development, we

10.01.2026, 13:55

Incidents

In Karakol, a missing underage girl who reported violence in the village of Ak-Suu has been found.

A resident of Karakol, A. S., born in 1975, reported the disappearance of his minor daughter to the local internal affairs department on January 4, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. According to the father, his daughter, born in 2010, left home on January 2 around 14:00 and has not returned since.

10.01.2026, 13:53

Education

In the city of Kara-Suu, an additional building of the V. Lenin school for 900 students has been constructed.

In the Osh region, a new educational building of the V. Lenin school has been opened in Kara-Suu, which can accommodate 900 students. According to the Ministry of Construction, the construction work began in April 2024 and was funded from the republican budget. The project cost amounted to 107 million soms.

10.01.2026, 13:50

Ecology

During the day, warm up to +15 degrees — weather forecast for January 11

The weather in Kyrgyzstan on January 11. According to Kyrgyzhydromet, clear weather without precipitation is expected in the country. However, there are snow drifts and ice on the roads in mountainous and foothill areas. The wind will blow from the southeast at a speed of 5-10 m/s.

10.01.2026, 13:49

Economy

Tajikistan and Uzbekistan Launch Multimodal Transport Corridor

An important event has taken place in Central Asia: Uzbekistan and Tajikistan have announced the launch of a test multimodal transport corridor that will connect the region with China and Europe, as reported by Anadolu Ajansı. Illustrative photo The initiative starts with the organization of a test run, during which a convoy of ten trucks will depart from Uzbekistan through Tajikistan to China. This decision was made jointly by the transport ministers of both countries, who also agreed to

10.01.2026, 13:44

Economy

The PRC has updated the registration rules for foreign food manufacturers

In accordance with the new rules published by the General Administration of Customs of China, updates for the registration of foreign food manufacturers will come into effect on June 1, 2026. The PRC has decided to change its approach to registration, moving away from a fixed list of product categories in favor of a risk-based system that takes into account the country of origin, specific enterprise, and type of product. Importers will now be assigned a risk level based on the type of product,

10.01.2026, 13:33

Society

In Bishkek, preventive raids "Arsenal" have been conducted since the beginning of the year.

From January 1 to April 1 of this year, preventive measures called "Arsenal" are being conducted in Bishkek. According to the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the capital, the purpose of the operation is to ensure the safety of the population and to prevent crimes related to the illegal circulation of firearms, gas weapons, traumatic weapons, and cold weapons. The main tasks of the operation include identifying and suppressing cases of illegal storage, carrying, and sale of

10.01.2026, 13:32

World

Khamenei Threatens Trump with "Overthrow" Amid Mass Protests in Iran

In his recent statement, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei launched a harsh criticism of Donald Trump, pointing out that the American president should learn from the fate of his predecessors who were overthrown at the height of their power. He noted: "Those who occupy their chairs filled with pride and arrogance must remember that many tyrants, such as Pharaoh, Nimrod, Reza Khan, and Mohammad Reza, fell precisely when they reached the peak of their vanity. Trump will also meet the same fate,"

10.01.2026, 13:30

Incidents

A Bishkek resident transferred nearly $50,000 to scammers via WhatsApp

On November 12, 2025, N. V. filed a fraud complaint with the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District of Bishkek. According to her, on November 5, scammers seized her money under the pretext of purchasing an apartment, totaling 49,900 dollars. According to the police, the funds were transferred to seven different bank accounts. In this regard, the investigative authorities initiated a criminal case under Article 209, Part 1 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, concerning

10.01.2026, 13:12

Sports / Exclusive

The U20 World Ice Hockey Championship will be held in Bishkek.

The championship will take place from January 18 to 24 at the "Bishkek Arena". The competitions will be held among youth teams within the framework of Division III Group B. Youth national teams from various countries will participate in the tournament, including Kyrgyzstan, Mexico, Luxembourg, South Africa, Iran, and Hong Kong (China).

10.01.2026, 13:09

Politics

Declarations. How much the head of Financial Intelligence earned, reported the State Tax Service.

In 2024, the head of the State Financial Intelligence Service, Kanat Asangulov, declared an income of 1 million 457 thousand 922 soms. However, his declaration lacks information about expenses. Kanat Asangulov owns a house with an area of 3,407 square meters and a plot of land designated for agriculture, with a total area of 30 thousand square meters.

10.01.2026, 13:05

Incidents

In Bishkek, a woman gave nearly $50,000 to unknown individuals for the purchase of an apartment

In Bishkek, an investigation has been initiated into a large-scale internet fraud case. This was reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the capital. According to the provided information, on November 12, 2025, a woman filed a fraud complaint with the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District.

10.01.2026, 13:00

Economy

Bishkek's Grocery Basket as of January 10. What Has Increased in Price the Most

Since the beginning of 2026, specifically in the first two weeks, there has been a rise in prices for a number of products in Bishkek, including cucumbers, tomatoes, cabbage, apples, and bananas. At the same time, potatoes, peppers, onions, carrots, and pears have become cheaper. As a result, the minimum grocery set has increased in price by 540 soms, and its current cost is 6,723 soms.

10.01.2026, 12:54

World / Exclusive

In the Netherlands, a marriage was declared invalid due to ChatGPT

However, the artificial intelligence did not take into account a key point—the absence in the text of the couple's acknowledgment as spouses and the obligations arising from that status. In the Netherlands, this nuance renders the marriage invalid. As a result, the prosecutor's office filed a petition with the court demanding the annulment of the marriage certificate. The spouses attempted to contest this petition, pointing out that the official registrar was present at the ceremony

10.01.2026, 12:49

Economy

In 2025, 198 tons of dairy products were exported from the Perm Krai of Russia to Kyrgyzstan and other countries.

- The Rosselkhoznadzor Administration for the Kirov Region, the Udmurt Republic, and the Perm Krai has summarized its work for the year 2025. During the reporting period, the following was accomplished from the Perm Krai:

10.01.2026, 12:47

Society

In Naryn Region, electricity consumption limits have been increased

In the Naryn region, limits on electricity consumption during peak load hours have been increased. According to the Ministry of Energy, the new limit is now 264,312 kWh, which is an increase from the previous level of 189,648 kWh. This decision is aimed at improving the stability of the region's energy supply and supporting the increase in electricity supply volumes. It was made as part of initiatives to ensure the reliable operation of the energy system of the Kyrgyz Republic under

10.01.2026, 12:33

Exclusive

Trump stated that the US should "own" Greenland to prevent its takeover by Russia and China.

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed the opinion that the United States should "take control" of Greenland to prevent possible actions by Russia and China in that direction. In response to a question from BBC journalists on Friday, Trump noted: "Countries must have territories, and these lands need to be defended, not just rented. We are obligated to protect Greenland."

10.01.2026, 12:32

World

Katasонов: The Petrodollar and the UN No Longer Function as They Used To

In a recent interview, Russian economist and publicist Valentin Katasov analyzes the events occurring in Venezuela as a reflection of changes in the international system. He believes that the lightning-fast operation by the United States is a sign of a new era where might prevails over right. According to him, the entire operation took less than an hour, and this speed has become a clear signal to the world: the United States is ready to act aggressively and directly, ignoring international

10.01.2026, 12:22

Society

An Evening in Memory of the Artist Chingiz Aydarov Will Take Place in Bishkek

On January 24, an evening dedicated to the memory of artist Chingiz Aydarov will take place at the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. This information was announced by representatives of the KNMII. The museum invites everyone to participate in an open mic format to remember Chingiz, share memories, and talk about his life as a person and as an artist, the institution reported.

10.01.2026, 12:11

Exclusive

Enterprises of the textile industry produced goods worth 18.7 billion soms from January to November 2025.

- In November 2025, the volume of clothing production amounted to 2.03 billion soms, according to statistical data. The physical volume index increased to 104.3%, indicating real growth in production compared to the same period last year.

10.01.2026, 11:59

Politics

Volodin: We are preparing initiatives to tighten migration policy in the Russian Federation

In his Telegram channel, Volodin noted that these measures are aimed at improving the migration policy in the country. He stated: "We are preparing to introduce a number of legislative initiatives aimed at enhancing migration policy."

10.01.2026, 11:47

Sports

FIFA to Introduce 3D Player Avatars at the 2026 World Cup

FIFA has announced the implementation of a significant technological innovation that will be applied at the 2026 World Cup. All 1,248 football players participating in the tournament will receive their individual 3D avatars. The scanning process for each player will take just one second and will be a mandatory step before the tournament begins.

10.01.2026, 11:40

Society

Spin-off of "Game of Thrones" and spies in Moscow: what to watch next week

Image from the series 'Hijacked Flight' starring Idris Elba From January 12 to 18, viewers can look forward to many long-awaited premieres on streaming services and TV channels. This includes a return to the world of 'Game of Thrones', spy stories set in 1970s Moscow, as well as new seasons of popular anime. 1 ‘Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight’, fantasy, premiere (January 16) The plot unfolds in Westeros a hundred years before the events of 'Game of

10.01.2026, 11:17

World

Protests Continue in Iran. Ayatollah Khamenei Accuses Protesters of Trying to "Please Trump"

On the evening of January 9, mass protests took place in Tehran, as well as in other cities across Iran. Video recordings confirmed by AFP show protesters in the Saadatabad area banging pots and shouting slogans such as "Death to Khamenei," directed at the country's supreme leader. According to Deutsche Welle, authorities are tightening control on the streets of the capital, setting up checkpoints every 10 meters on major highways, where armed security forces are on duty.

10.01.2026, 11:12