The head of the "Dostuk-Road" checkpoint detained for corruption
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The head of the "Dostuk-Road" checkpoint detained for corruption

As part of the fight against corruption, the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR) uncovered a persistent scheme of illegal activities at the "Dostuk-Road" border checkpoint. On February 2, 2026, the head of the border checkpoint of the GKNB KR in the Osh region, A.N.O., was detained for organizing artificial queues and systematically extorting money from citizens. The investigation established that the detainee regularly received monetary funds

04.02.2026, 08:47
"Works from three in the morning". Bishkek residents reminded about a new wholesale meat sales point
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"Works from three in the morning". Bishkek residents reminded about a new wholesale meat sales point

Photo from the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture. According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, the wholesale meat sales point has been moved to the "Chuygun" pavilion, which is located on the territory of "Altyn-Taka". Trading here has already actively begun. This pavilion starts its operations at 03:00.

04.02.2026, 08:39
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All parking lots in Bishkek will implement payment only via QR code

In Bishkek, the implementation of a parking payment system exclusively using QR codes is planned. This was announced by Bakai Asylbek uulu, the director of the municipal enterprise "City Road Transport Infrastructure," during a joint meeting of the factions "Emgek" and "Zhańy Kүch" in the city council. According to Asylbek uulu, there are currently 3,221 parking spaces in Bishkek. A pilot project is actively underway in the capital, which allows for parking payment

04.02.2026, 08:39
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In Bishkek, bus drivers will receive additional pay for service culture

In Bishkek, a decision has been made to introduce additional payments for bus drivers based on the level of service. The director of the municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport," Talantbek Kaparov, announced this initiative at a joint meeting of the factions "Emgek" and "Jany Kych" in the city council. According to Kaparov, the salary of drivers is 56-57 thousand soms and is based on key performance indicators (KPI).

04.02.2026, 08:38
The doctor explained how the polar night affects sleep
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The doctor explained how the polar night affects sleep

According to the doctor of the drifting station "North Pole-42," Andrey Lebedev, the prolonged absence of sunlight negatively affects human circadian rhythms. This leads to a decrease in serotonin levels and an increase in melatonin, which in turn makes sleep unpredictable and chaotic. These conclusions were voiced in an interview with RIA Novosti. In most regions, the polar night ended in mid-January; however, at the North Pole, it continues until mid-March. Polar explorers in high

04.02.2026, 08:17
The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan and WHO Discussed Staffing, Digitalization, and Medical Assistance
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The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan and WHO Discussed Staffing, Digitalization, and Medical Assistance

Kanybek Dosmambetov, the Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan, held a meeting with Liviu Vedrasco, the representative of the World Health Organization in the country. Photo by the Press Center of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic According to information provided by the Press Center of the Ministry of Health, the discussion focused on key areas of joint work, including the development of primary healthcare, increasing human resources capacity, digital transformation in healthcare,

04.02.2026, 08:12
Due to an accident in Bishkek, drinking water has been turned off on several streets
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Due to an accident in Bishkek, drinking water has been turned off on several streets

The reason for the temporary shutdown of drinking water in Bishkek was damage to the water supply networks located at 30/1 Tynystanova Street. According to information provided by the city administration, the shutdown affected the section of Mederov Street between Panfilov and Soviet, as well as the area from Mederov to Kulatov Street. The emergency service of the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkekvodokanal" is currently working on restoring the water supply, which will be resumed after

04.02.2026, 07:33
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A digital register of available land will be created in Bishkek

In Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, the development of a digital registry of available land is planned. This became known at a meeting of the permanent commission on economics, budget, finance, and investments of the Bishkek City Council, where the first deputy mayor, Mirlan Baigonchokov, spoke. He noted that work on the digitization of land plots in the city is ongoing, and this will allow for a complete picture of land use to be created.

04.02.2026, 07:11
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The Constitutional Court allowed Russians to register in apartments

The Constitutional Court of the Russian Federation has issued a ruling allowing citizens to register at their place of residence in apartments that are non-residential premises suitable for living. This was reported by Meduza. This decision was a response to an appeal from Victoria Piunova, who faced difficulties when trying to register her family in hotel-type apartments in St. Petersburg owned by her relatives. The passport office denied her request, stating that registration in

03.02.2026, 21:37
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In Australia, scientists are testing the world's first vaccine against brain cancer in children

In Australia, the world's first clinical program dedicated to the use of personalized mRNA vaccines for the treatment of brain tumors in children and adolescents has begun, local media reports. The initiative, named PaedNEO-VAX, aims to assist patients with the most severe forms of tumors, such as medulloblastoma, ependymoma, and high-grade gliomas, which do not respond to traditional treatment methods or have recurrences.

03.02.2026, 21:28
Throwing a coin into the Trevi Fountain in Rome is now only possible for money
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Throwing a coin into the Trevi Fountain in Rome is now only possible for money

New rules are in effect in Rome regarding access to the Trevi Fountain, known for its tourist charm and the tradition of throwing coins. According to Meduza, now there will be a fee of two euros to approach the fountain from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Children under five years old, residents of Rome, and people with disabilities will not be required to pay. Additionally, access to the fountain will remain free during nighttime—from late evening to early morning.

03.02.2026, 20:58
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At the water body in Chui region, the bite has started: almost 5 kg in just a couple of hours

At the Melioration water body, located in the Jayil district of the Chui region, anglers are noting a high fish bite. According to experienced sport fishermen, such activity may be linked to sharp changes in weather conditions. "As soon as we arrived at the water body, drilled the holes, and settled in, the bites started literally right away — one after another. We used earthworms in combination with maggots. However, the bites were quite cautious: they could easily be missed if you got

03.02.2026, 20:16
Thanks to the facial recognition system, more than 3,000 suspects have been identified.
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Thanks to the facial recognition system, more than 3,000 suspects have been identified.

In Kyrgyzstan, video surveillance and facial recognition technologies are becoming increasingly important for ensuring the safety of the population. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, cameras installed in public places effectively assist in identifying offenses, solving crimes, and preventing new crimes. Since 2022, the facial recognition system has been actively functioning at the Ministry of Internal Affairs' Operational Management Center. Thanks to its capabilities, the

03.02.2026, 19:58
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11-year-old Kyrgyzstani performed in the Kremlin. Video

Arsen Mukhtarbeckov, an 11-year-old resident of the village of Belovodskoye in the Moscow district of the Chui region, performed on the stage of the State Kremlin Palace in Moscow in front of an audience of six thousand people. As Beremet Sadyrbekova, a teacher of academic singing from the district children's art school named after M. Ryskulbekov, explained, Arsen was born on March 19, 2014, in his native village. He has been actively participating in the international Central Asian

03.02.2026, 19:20
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Activists in Bishkek Challenge Restrictions on Rallies

In the Kyrgyz Republic, judicial proceedings continue regarding the provisions of the Law "On Peaceful Assemblies." Civil activists insist that these provisions infringe upon their right to hold rallies without unjustified restrictions. On December 23, 2025, Tolekan Ismailova and Bermet Borubaeva appealed to the Constitutional Court requesting the recognition of certain provisions of parts 2 of Article 14 and part 2 of Article 15 as unconstitutional. These provisions grant local

03.02.2026, 19:16
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The Bishkek City Hall organized a holiday on ice for children

A holiday for children in difficult life circumstances was held at Ala-Too Square in Bishkek. This event was organized by the city administration, as reported by the municipality's press service. About 100 children participated in the celebration, and the "Northern Lights" team assisted in the organization.

03.02.2026, 19:11
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In Bishkek, a concrete mixture production plant was inspected

During the inspection, experts reviewed the technical and technological documentation of the enterprise, as well as checked the operation of the production laboratory and the conditions under which concrete mixtures are manufactured. As a result of the inspection, some violations were identified. The management of the enterprise has been given a month to correct them, after which a follow-up inspection will be conducted.

03.02.2026, 19:05
In the Issyk-Ata District, a man missing without a trace is being sought
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In the Issyk-Ata District, a man missing without a trace is being sought

According to information from law enforcement agencies, on January 10 at around 13:30, Beyshenbek left his home located at: Kant city, Róza Lúxemburg street, 22, and has not been heard from since. An investigation is currently underway regarding this case. Characteristics of the missing person: height about 170-175 cm, slender build, oval face, brown eyes, and gray hair. It is also reported that the man sometimes experiences memory problems.

03.02.2026, 19:02
Seismologists checked the construction progress of the "Bishkek Arena" stadium
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Seismologists checked the construction progress of the "Bishkek Arena" stadium

Kanat Kanbolotov, the director of the State Institute of Seismic Resistant Construction and Engineering Design, conducted an inspection at the construction site of the national football stadium "Bishkek Arena." This information was provided by the Ministry of Construction. According to reports, the specialists' attention was focused on the engineering and structural aspects, as foreign companies were involved in the design and construction of the facility. It is worth noting

03.02.2026, 18:48