35 min ago
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber sold at auction for record $3.75 million
Luke Skywalker's original lightsaber from 'The Empire Strikes Back' sold at auction for a record $3.75 million, the highest price ever for a Star Wars prop.
35 min ago
Kazakhstan's Health Ministry cracks down: hundreds of clinics closed, 116 million tenge in fines
Kazakhstan's Health Ministry reports inspections: 104 dental clinics and 270 procedure rooms closed, fines totaling 116 million tenge imposed for license and storage violations.
35 min ago
EFSR Downgrades Kazakhstan's 2026 GDP Growth Forecast to 5%
Eurasian Fund for Stabilization and Development cuts Kazakhstan's 2026 GDP growth forecast to 5% and improves inflation outlook to 9.8%; revisions also for Russia, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan, Belarus, Tajikistan.
35 min ago
Kazakh Banks Adopt Unified QR Code to Simplify Payments
Kazakh banks have adopted a unified QR code for payments, processing over 160 billion tenge. Official launch on July 19. Discover how this interbank system will transform transactions.
35 min ago
Former Astana Deputy Mayor Appointed Governor of Ulytau Region
Kazakh President Qasym-Jomart Toqaev appointed Yesset Baiken as akim (governor) of the Ulytau region. The former deputy mayor of Astana takes over the region.
56 min ago
Kazakhstan becomes first Central Asian market for Li L9 Livis with Yandex Auto
Kazakhstan is the first Central Asian country to launch the Li L9 Livis with built-in Yandex Auto. Discover updates, pricing, and sales details.
56 min ago
Dimash Kudaibergen's Sister Dances to 'Akerke' in France
Raushan Kudaibergen, sister of Kazakh singer Dimash, dances to 'Akerke' on Mont-Saint-Michel. Video gets 43k+ likes; Dimash calls her 'my beloved'.
1 h ago
Driver sentenced to 5 years for fatal crash in Atyrau region after three-year legal battle
In Atyrau region, a driver was sentenced to 5 years in prison for a fatal crash in August 2023 that killed three people, after a lengthy legal process. The verdict was upheld on appeal.
1 h ago
Kazakhstan's Central Bank Unveils Unified QR Code: Why It Took So Long
Kazakhstan's National Bank has unveiled a unified QR code launching July 19. Deputy Chairman Binur Zhalenov explains the lengthy implementation due to tariffs, responsibility, and anti-fraud measures.
1 h ago
Will Kazakhstanis still get cashback when paying via unified QR?
The National Bank clarifies that cashback will still be available with the unified QR system, but terms will vary by bank. Three banks plan special loyalty programs. Read more on infohub.kz.
1 h ago
How Sleep Deprivation Affects the Brain Differently in Young and Older Adults: Study
American scientists found that poor sleep alters neural connections differently by age. In older women, changes may signal early dementia risk.
1 h ago
Kazakhstan's National Guard breeds new generation of service dogs
Kazakhstan's National Guard has bred 60 service dog puppies in two years. In 2025, canine units completed over 3,500 tasks, detained 81 people, and seized more than 210 kg of drugs.
2 h ago
Atyrau Airport, operated by Turkish YDA Holding, posts 316 mln tenge loss in 2025
Atyrau International Airport, managed by Turkish YDA Holding, posted a loss of 315.7 million tenge in 2025, reversing a profit of 616.5 million tenge in 2024.
2 h ago
Kazakhstan Overhauls Youth Sports School Funding, Divides Sports by Cost
Kazakhstan introduces per-capita funding for youth sports schools, categorizing sports into three cost levels. The new system takes effect by end of July 2026.
2 h ago
14-Year-Old Kazakh Footballer Signs Contract with Barcelona
14-year-old Kazakh footballer Karim Mendikanov signs contract with Barcelona's youth teams. He has played for Kazakhstan U16. Previously, Dastan Satpayev moved to Chelsea for record €4.3M.
2 h ago
Road workers in East Kazakhstan attacked by tourists during repairs to Rakhmanovskiye Klyuchi road
Road workers in East Kazakhstan report tourist aggression during repairs to Rakhmanovskiye Klyuchi road. Insults, threats, attacks recorded; KazAvtoZhol warns of legal liability.
2 h ago
Man Dies Suddenly on Street in Shemonaikha
On July 16, a man was found dead near a store in Shemonaikha with no visible injuries. Police say he was under medical care and are investigating the sudden death.
2 h ago
Almaty Renovation's net profit surges 94.5% in 2025
Almaty Renovation's net profit surged 94.5% in 2025 to 1.28 billion tenge, fueled by deposit income. Assets grew 35.2%, while liabilities rose 8.4%.
3 h ago
Kazakhstan Woman Loses Court Battle to Evict Her Father from Her Home
In Kazakhstan, a woman tried to evict her father from her home, but the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the man, protecting his right to his only housing.
3 h ago
Almaty Heat Breaks 1976 Temperature Record
On July 16, Almaty broke the 1976 temperature record with +38°C. The absolute July maximum of +43.4°C (1983) still holds.
3 h ago
Other Candidates for Atyrau Region Akim Position Revealed
Details emerge on other candidates for Atyrau region akim post alongside Bolat Akchulakov, including Daryn Shamuratov. Deputies voted 83-18 in favor of Akchulakov.
3 h ago
Kazakhstan Proposes New Air Travel Rules: Dombra, Pets, and More Benefits
Kazakhstan's Ministry of Transport proposes amendments to air transport rules: dombra and kobyz in cabin, pets on board, benefits for disabled passengers, and new airline liability.
3 h ago
Kim Kardashian's Grandmother Mary Jo Shannon Dies at 91
Kim Kardashian's grandmother Mary Jo 'MJ' Shannon has died at 91. Kris Jenner announced the death in a social media post, remembering her as the heart of the family.
3 h ago
"200 Thousand – Is That a Salary?" Bus Drivers Strike in Kokshetau
In Kokshetau, bus drivers refused to go on shift due to low wages and delayed payments. The akimat promised to transfer subsidies, but the issue of salary increases remains open.