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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
A new traffic light with laser illumination has been installed in Bishkek
Society

A new traffic light with laser illumination has been installed in Bishkek

At the intersection of Kurmanjan Datka and Frunze streets in Bishkek, a new traffic light has been installed, equipped with laser backlighting for the pedestrian crossing. This was reported by the city administration. According to information from the administration, this traffic light was developed and manufactured by the municipal enterprise "City Road Transport Infrastructure". “The laser backlighting significantly improves the visibility of pedestrians for drivers in poor weather

09.01.2026, 11:25
Tashkent is Covered by Thick Fog, Dozens of Flights Redirected
World

Tashkent is Covered by Thick Fog, Dozens of Flights Redirected

// Gazeta.uz The fog situation was observed throughout Thursday, and visibility at the airport began to rapidly decrease in the afternoon. By 19:30, it fell below 1000 meters, and by 20:30 it was only 450 meters. By 23:30, visibility had decreased to 50 meters. From 4:30 to 7:30, Tashkent airport managed to accept about 15 flights; however, by 8:00 visibility worsened again to 50 meters, leaving several flights waiting. At the same time, conditions in the city were quite normal. By 8:30, the

09.01.2026, 11:25
Kyrgyz is Logic. Victoria Krinwald on How to Quickly Learn the State Language
Society

Kyrgyz is Logic. Victoria Krinwald on How to Quickly Learn the State Language

Victoria Krinwald, who is of German nationality, has been living in Kyrgyzstan for 17 years. She teaches the Kyrgyz language using her own unique approach. Currently, Victoria is studying Kyrgyz philology and continues to develop her methodology. In her interview for 24.kg, she shared tips that will help quickly master the state language. Photo 24.kg. Victoria Krinwald — Victoria, tell us how you managed to learn the Kyrgyz language and why you decided to teach others?

09.01.2026, 11:24
Incidents

In Uzgen District, police officers exceeded their authority: the detainee was seriously injured, a criminal case has been initiated.

In the Uzgen district, a criminal investigation has been initiated against police officers, as reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. According to the information, on January 3, 2026, police officers from the Kurshab rural department, taking advantage of their official position, unlawfully detained two citizens and used physical force against them without proper documentation. As a result, one of the detainees, A.B., sustained serious health injuries.

09.01.2026, 11:24
Incidents

The State Committee for National Security established that a man called for mass riots and transmitted information about prisons in Kyrgyzstan. The court issued a verdict.

The court sentenced a man to 7 years in prison who, while serving his sentence in correctional colony No. 27 [village of Moldovanovka], posted critical messages about the authorities on social media. In June 2025, the press service of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) reported that a user named "A.K.S.K." was identified on Facebook, who called for disobedience to the authorities and for mass riots.

09.01.2026, 11:20
Incidents

In Bishkek, flashing lights were illegally installed on the "Changan" with state license plates 102GVD

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a vehicle was discovered with light special signals installed without permission, reports the press service of the UPSM. Patrolling police officers stopped a "Changan" car with the license plate 01KG 102GVD, which had an illegal installation. During the conversation with the driver, it was revealed that he has no connection to law enforcement agencies.

09.01.2026, 11:19
World

The UN regrets the US decision to withdraw from dozens of international organizations

António Guterres, the UN Secretary-General, expressed regret over the US decision to withdraw from several UN organizations, noting that the UN system will continue to fulfill its functions. This is stated in a message from the UN News Service. In a statement from the UN press service, it is indicated: "As we have repeatedly emphasized, contributions to the UN regular budget and the peacekeeping operations budget are legally binding for all member states, including the US."

09.01.2026, 11:09
Bloggers, Journalists, Officials. Who the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the State Committee for National Security Detained in 2025
Incidents

Bloggers, Journalists, Officials. Who the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the State Committee for National Security Detained in 2025

The year 2025 was marked by numerous detentions that affected not only officials but also activists, bloggers, and ordinary citizens. Kaktus.media offers an overview of the most resonant cases and the current circumstances surrounding them. Bloggers and Activists Aybek Ulanov On May 26, a tragedy occurred in the Uzgen district: a woman was killed after reuniting with her classmates. Soon after, her husband, suspected of the murder, was arrested. On the same day, Aybek Ulanov, a social media

09.01.2026, 11:03
Incidents

"The police could have addressed more priority tasks - appeal from the Lenin District Internal Affairs Directorate after the 'hype' of the lovers"

The press service of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs made a statement for the residents of Bishkek following the incident involving 24-year-old Aimeirim Akisheva, who was reported missing. The police received a report on January 6 from her sister, who informed them about the girl's disappearance. According to her, on that day around 5:50 PM, Aimeirim left for a meeting with a young man, Bakyt Asakeev, and did not return. After the distribution of alerts on social media,

09.01.2026, 10:58
Incidents

Due to the refusal to wash a jacket, a man caused a ruckus at a friend's place.

On December 30, 2025, the Sokuluk District Court in the Chui region made a decision in the case of Rinat [name changed, K.R.D.]. The 50-year-old defendant found himself in the dock for hooliganism involving violence, which he committed at the home of an acquaintance. A report of the incident was received by the police on the morning of December 29, 2025, from a resident of the village of Nizhne-Chuyskoye. According to her, Rinat was knocking on the window, insisting on a meeting, after

09.01.2026, 10:56
Exclusive

Rio Tinto and Glencore Discuss Merger: The Largest Mining Company in the World May Emerge, - Bloomberg

- Recently, Rio Tinto and Glencore have begun preliminary negotiations about a potential merger that could create a mining leader with a market capitalization exceeding $200 billion. This was reported by Reuters and Bloomberg. According to Reuters, both companies have confirmed that they are discussing a deal that may involve either a partial or complete buyout of Glencore's stake by Rio Tinto. It is expected that such a deal will be structured as a stock exchange. If an agreement is

09.01.2026, 10:53
Society

The Ministry of Health reported on the condition of those injured in the fire at the nursing home in Bishkek.

As a result of a recent fire at a nursing home in Bishkek on Abay Street, which occurred on January 6, several people were injured. It has been reported that the fire broke out in the palliative care unit, leading to the tragic deaths of two patients who were in critical condition. An additional 11 people were taken to the hospital for medical assistance. According to information from the Ministry of Health, three victims remain in medical facilities at this time, and their condition is

09.01.2026, 10:52
A Major Explosion Occurred on the Sun
World

A Major Explosion Occurred on the Sun

Illustrative photo A solar explosion was recorded on January 8, reports the Solar Astronomy Laboratory. According to scientists, a significant explosion occurred on the Sun in the middle of the day, which is visible in the images obtained from coronagraphs — the material spread in different directions. The source of this phenomenon was located on the far side of the Sun, and currently, there are no observations available from satellites.

09.01.2026, 10:48
World

In Iran, the Internet was shut down amid protests

As reported by Deutsche Welle, Iran has experienced an almost complete internet shutdown due to protests triggered by a sharp decline in the value of the rial. The British organization NetBlocks indicated a state of "almost complete nationwide internet blackout." Internet traffic in the country, according to Cloudflare, decreased by 90% on January 8. Information suggests that internet access remains only for government officials and security forces, reports dpa.

09.01.2026, 10:46