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Society

The premiere of the play "Mommy" will take place at the Russian Drama Theater.

On the stage of the Russian Drama Theater named after Chyngyz Aitmatov, audiences can look forward to the premiere of the comedic farce "Momulya" on January 30 and 31, based on a play by Sergey Belov. According to the theater's information, the production is directed by Vyacheslav Vitti, and the artistic design is prepared by Angelina Gayer. The choreography of the performance is handled by Maxim Lisovsky, and the lighting was developed by Vladimir Karchin.

09.01.2026, 12:42
Incidents

Man Opens Fire on Car with Child: What Punishment Did the Supreme Court Impose?

The Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic reviewed the verdict in a case involving a road conflict during which gunfire occurred, deeming the previously assigned punishment too lenient. The data for the case is taken from the State Register of Judicial Acts. According to the investigation materials, on March 14, 2025, a resident of the Aravan district of the Osh region, known as Zh. A. (name changed — Jaloliddin), while on Osh-3000 street in the Dostuk rural district, became involved in a road

09.01.2026, 12:25
Sports

Asian Cup (U-23): The Kyrgyzstan national team will play against Vietnam in white kits

Today, January 9, the youth football team of Kyrgyzstan will play its second match in the Asian Cup (U-23), which is taking place in Saudi Arabia. This time, the Kyrgyz will face the team from Vietnam. The game will be held in Jeddah and will start at 20:00 Bishkek time. During the pre-match meeting held on January 8, it was announced that the Kyrgyz national team will take the field in white uniforms.

09.01.2026, 12:20
Sadyr Japarov earned 2.2 million soms, his relatives - 29.7 million soms. Declaration
Economy

Sadyr Japarov earned 2.2 million soms, his relatives - 29.7 million soms. Declaration

The State Tax Service has published reports on the financial indicators of public officials. In particular, President Sadyr Japarov indicated that his income amounted to just over 2.2 million soms, while his close relatives earned 29.7 million soms. He also declared his assets worth 1.16 billion soms. The published data from the STS contains information about the income, expenses, and property of individuals holding public office and their close relatives for the year 2025. According to the

09.01.2026, 12:16
Society

The premiere of the comedy "Princess Turandot" took place at the Russian Drama Theater in Bishkek.

From January 7 to 8, the premiere of the play "Princess Turandot" took place on the stage of the State National Russian Drama Theater named after Chinghiz Aitmatov. This was reported by the theater. The events of the play unfold in Beijing, where Princess Turandot, the daughter of the emperor, becomes the main character. This mysterious beauty attracts the attention of all who wish to win her heart. However, to gain her love, potential suitors must solve three complex riddles. Those

09.01.2026, 12:14
Incidents

The car was involved in two accidents within half an hour. The driver died.

As a result of the accident in the Sokuluk district, the driver was killed. According to information from the Traffic Safety Department of the Chui region, the incident occurred on January 8 at around 02:00 on the Bishkek - Osh highway, when a "Subaru Legacy," traveling at high speed, crashed into the rear of a "Kia Optima" and left the scene of the accident.

09.01.2026, 12:12
Politics

Declaration-2024. What does the head of the Cabinet, Adylbek Kasymaliev, own?

The State Tax Service has presented consolidated data on the incomes and expenses of state and municipal officials for the year 2024. According to the provided information, the income of the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, in 2024 amounted to 3 million 71 thousand 349 soms and 63 tyiyns. Information about his expenses was not disclosed.

09.01.2026, 12:10
Declaration. Bakyt Torobayev earned less in 2024 than the year before.
Politics

Declaration. Bakyt Torobayev earned less in 2024 than the year before.

Bakyt Torobaev, who holds the position of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, reported an income in 2024 that was lower than the previous year. The Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan has begun publishing officials' declarations for the reporting period. According to his declaration, Torobaev's income in 2024 amounted to 1 million 811.9 thousand soms, while he did not indicate any expenses — this section shows zero. He owns:

09.01.2026, 11:55
Asian Cup (U-23). The Kyrgyzstan national football team will play against Vietnam
Sports

Asian Cup (U-23). The Kyrgyzstan national football team will play against Vietnam

On January 9, the youth national team of Kyrgyzstan will face the Vietnamese team. This was announced in a statement by the Kyrgyz Football Union. The match is scheduled for 20:00 Bishkek time. The game will be broadcast live on the "Sport" channel of NTRK. Photo KFS The Vietnamese national team is a finalist of the 2018 Asian Cup and consistently demonstrates its strength on the international stage.

09.01.2026, 11:55
Politics

My Morality is a Limitation. Trump stated that he does not need international law.

Donald Trump, the President of the United States, stated that he considers international law irrelevant to his actions. In an interview with The New York Times, responding to questions about possible limitations on his powers, he noted: “The only limitation I have is my own morality and reason. That’s what can restrain me. I don’t need international law, as I don’t seek to harm people.” At the same time, Trump emphasized that his administration must adhere to international norms, but he himself

09.01.2026, 11:52
Incidents

In Aravan, beggars were attempted to be driven off the streets

In the Aravan district, two homeless individuals have been identified, as reported by the press service of the Osh Regional Department of Internal Affairs. According to the information, the staff of the Aravan ROVD conducted an event called "Selsayak" ("Wanderer"), aimed at preventing offenses and crime in public places and on the streets.

09.01.2026, 11:50
Agricultural Fairs Continue in Kyrgyzstan
Economy

Agricultural Fairs Continue in Kyrgyzstan

Agricultural fairs continue to be held in Kyrgyzstan, organized to support local producers, farmers, and artisans. These trade events, which started last year, will take place according to a set schedule until June 2026. In Bishkek, such fairs are held every Saturday and Sunday.

09.01.2026, 11:46
China Diversifies Investments in the Eurasian Region in Favor of the Agricultural Sector
Economy

China Diversifies Investments in the Eurasian Region in Favor of the Agricultural Sector

According to the EDB, by 2025, the agro-industrial sector in Eurasia will attract increasing attention from Chinese investors. Analysts emphasize that with the rising standard of living in China and Central Asia, there is a growing interest in high-quality food products, making the agricultural sector particularly attractive for investment. Investing in agriculture in neighboring countries is part of China's broader strategy to strengthen food security and diversify supply sources,

09.01.2026, 11:43
A Bishkek resident is suspected of selling psychotropic substances
Incidents

A Bishkek resident is suspected of selling psychotropic substances

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a woman suspected of illegal sale of psychotropic substances has been detained, reports the press service of the city’s Department of Internal Affairs. According to the provided information, on December 30, 2025, employees of the Drug Control Service received information about the sale of drugs and potent medications in the Pervomaisky district. A case has been initiated under the article concerning "illegal manufacture, acquisition, storage,

09.01.2026, 11:42
The U.S. Received Venezuelan Oil Worth $4 Billion in One Day — Donald Trump
Economy

The U.S. Received Venezuelan Oil Worth $4 Billion in One Day — Donald Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the country expects to receive billions, and possibly even trillions of dollars from the sale of Venezuelan oil. This was reported by Fox News. He noted that these are significant amounts that could grow over time to hundreds of billions and even trillions of dollars. "We will remain in Venezuela until we restore order in the country," Trump added. The president also emphasized that in one day, the United States received Venezuelan oil worth

09.01.2026, 11:37
Ecology

In the village of Jalal-Abad region, a local resident was fined for an unauthorized dump

Employees of the Jalal-Abad Regional Department of the Ecological Supervision Service conducted monitoring activities in the territory of the Nooken district aimed at identifying illegal waste accumulation. According to information received from the Ecological Supervision Service, on January 6, illegal dumps were discovered in the village of Chek and near the "Panorama" cafe in Kyzyl-Kiya. All individuals responsible for this received warnings.

09.01.2026, 11:37
World

WHO Experts: Cervical Cancer Can Be Completely Eliminated

Every two minutes, a woman dies from cervical cancer worldwide, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). January has been declared Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. "To achieve this goal, it is necessary for 90% of girls to be vaccinated, 70% of women to undergo screening, and most patients to receive appropriate treatment," noted the organization's experts. According to WHO, cervical cancer is most commonly found in women who lack access to medical services, especially

09.01.2026, 11:35
Russia attacked Kyiv and Lviv at night, there are casualties
World

Russia attacked Kyiv and Lviv at night, there are casualties

One of the missile strikes hit a residential building in the Dnipro district, and a fire was also reported at a shopping center in the Desnyansky district. In the Pechersk district, a 24-story non-residential building was damaged. According to Klitschko, damage to critical infrastructure caused disruptions in electricity and water supply in the city.

09.01.2026, 11:35
Incidents

Subaru driver was involved in an accident, then decided to flee and crashed fatally.

In the Chui region, in the Sokuluk district, a tragedy occurred resulting in the death of the driver of a "Subaru Legacy" vehicle. Witnesses of the event reported that the man lost control, causing his vehicle to collide with another vehicle. After the incident, he attempted to flee but lost control of the car again, leading to the vehicle leaving the road. According to preliminary data, the driver died at the scene from his injuries.

09.01.2026, 11:34
The head of the National Bank earned over 10 million soms in 2024
Politics

The head of the National Bank earned over 10 million soms in 2024

In 2024, the Chairman of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan, Melis Turgunbaev, declared an income of 10 million 278.5 thousand soms. This information was made public in his official declaration. According to the documents, the expenses of the head of the National Bank amounted to 4 million soms. Additionally, Turgunbaev owns an apartment with an area of 134.6 square meters, as well as several capital constructions and a car.

09.01.2026, 11:31
Trump stated that he approved the bill on anti-Russian sanctions
World

Trump stated that he approved the bill on anti-Russian sanctions

In an interview on Fox News, Trump noted that the U.S. is already applying significant sanctions against Russia, emphasizing that the economic situation in the country is unstable, although it is much more powerful than the economy of Ukraine. Senator Lindsey Graham previously reported that the vote on this bill is scheduled for next week. According to him, this document will allow the U.S. president to impose secondary sanctions and establish tariffs on imports from countries that continue to

09.01.2026, 11:29
Potatoes Imported from Russia Returned Due to Phytosanitary Violations
Economy

Potatoes Imported from Russia Returned Due to Phytosanitary Violations

Near the border crossing "Ak-Tilek" on the Kyrgyz-Kazakh section of the border, employees of the "Combined Post" discovered violations of phytosanitary norms during the import of 44.2 tons of potatoes from Russia. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan.

09.01.2026, 11:28