July 19, 2026
BYD Announces Pre-Orders for Three New Hybrids in Kazakhstan
BYD opens pre-orders for three new hybrids in Kazakhstan: Yuan Up DM-i from 12.7M tenge, Seal 6 from 13M tenge, and flagship Atto 8 at 23.5M tenge. Details on infohub.kz.
July 19, 2026
Deschamps officially steps down as France head coach after 2026 World Cup
Didier Deschamps will leave his post as France head coach after the 2026 World Cup, the French Football Federation announced. Zinedine Zidane is seen as a possible successor.
July 19, 2026
Two Tragedies on Lake Alakol: One Dead in Jet Ski Crash, Pensioner Loses Legs After Boat Accident
Within three days, two accidents on Lake Alakol: a boat hits a 69-year-old woman (legs amputated), and a jet ski collision kills one. Police investigate, DChS issues safety warnings.
July 19, 2026
Kazakhstan Braces for Extreme Weather Swings on July 19: Heat up to 45°C and Severe Storms
On July 19, Kazakhstan faces extreme weather contrasts: heat up to 45°C in some regions and thunderstorms, hail, and squalls in others. Storm warnings nationwide. Details by region from infohub.kz.
July 19, 2026
Kazakhstan Getting Trendy? How Music, Film, and Tourism Are Reshaping Its Image
How music, film, and tourism are reshaping Kazakhstan's image: Dimash Kudaibergen, Yenlik, Salem Entertainment series, tourism boom, and soft power. Learn more at infohub.kz.
July 19, 2026
Қытай даму банкінің бұрынғы президенті сыбайлас жемқорлық тергеуіне ілікті
Қытай даму банкінің бұрынғы президенті Оуян Вейминь сыбайлас жемқорлыққа қарсы тергеуге ілікті. 2024 жылы банктің бұрынғы вице-президенті пара алғаны үшін 12 жылға сотталды.
July 19, 2026
Мажарстан президенті өз өкілеттігін тоқтататын түзетуге қол қойды
Мажарстан президенті Сульок өз өкілеттігін аяқтайтын конституциялық түзетуге қол қойды. Жаңа премьер-министр Мадьярдың бастамасымен қабылданған бұл шешім елдегі саяси бетбұрысты білдіреді.
July 18, 2026
Неге Газадағы бітім Израильдің шабуылдарын тоқтата алмады?
Қазан айындағы бітімге қарамастан Израиль Газаға шабуылдарын жалғастыруда. БҰҰ палестиндіктердің қорқынышты жағдайын атап өтті. Өлім саны өсуде, келіссөздер тоқтады.
July 18, 2026
Kazakhstan Marks Metallurgist Day on July 19
Metallurgist Day in Kazakhstan falls on July 19, 2026. Learn about the holiday's history since 1957, the growth of ferrous and non-ferrous metallurgy, and other global celebrations.
July 18, 2026
Heat Wave Strains Power Grid: Bishkek and Surroundings Face Blackouts
Record heat wave in Kyrgyzstan causes surge in electricity demand, leading to temporary power outages in Bishkek and Chuy region to protect equipment. Details on infohub.kz.
July 18, 2026
Kairat beats Atyrau, regains lead in Kazakhstan Premier League
Almaty's Kairat beat Atyrau 3-1 away in the 18th round of the Kazakhstan Premier League, reclaiming the top spot with 42 points. Atyrau dropped to 11th.
July 18, 2026
Zhenis Snatches Late Draw Against Ulytau in Kazakhstan Championship
Astana's Zhenis fought back to draw 1-1 with Ulytau in the Kazakhstan Premier League. Zulfikarov scored for Ulytau, but Khassein equalized late. Zhenis eighth, Ulytau fifth.
July 18, 2026
Kyzylzhar and Tobol Draw 1-1 in KPL Round 18
Kyzylzhar and Tobol played to a 1-1 draw in KPL round 18. Alexander Zuev scored for Tobol, Liridon Latifi equalized. Nedeljko Piscevic saw red. Full match report on infohub.kz.
July 18, 2026
Erling Haaland and Girlfriend Attend Dolce & Gabbana Fashion Show
Erling Haaland and his girlfriend Isabel Haugseng Johansen attended a Dolce & Gabbana fashion show. She wore a sheer crystal dress, while he opted for a white suit.
July 18, 2026
Okzhetpes beats Zhetysu 2-0 in KPL Round 18
Okzhetpes defeated Zhetysu 2-0 in KPL Round 18, with goals from Dmitry Borodin (penalty) and Tokhtar Zhangylyshbay. The win moves Okzhetpes to third place in the standings.
July 18, 2026
More than 100 homes destroyed as large fire breaks out in Norway
On July 17, a massive fire in Norway destroyed over 100 homes in Krokstadelva. About 400 evacuated, 10 injured by smoke, two hospitalized.
July 18, 2026
Video of assault on minor in Almaty leads to police investigation
Police in Almaty have launched a criminal investigation after a video showing a group of girls brutally assaulting a minor went viral. All suspects have been identified.
July 18, 2026
Украина дрон шабуылынан Ресейде 8 адам қаза тапты
Украина дрондары Ресейдің батыс аймақтарындағы Wildberries қоймалары мен мұнай қоймасына соққы жасады. Кемінде 8 адам қаза тауып, ондаған адам жараланды.
July 18, 2026
Astana to Close Part of Almaty Street Until End of 2026 for Tunnel Construction
Astana will fully close parts of Almaty Street from June 18 and July 20 until the end of 2026 for a tunnel construction project, affecting two sections between key streets.
July 18, 2026
Supermodel Paulina Porizkova, 61, Marries in Revealing Dress
Supermodel Paulina Porizkova, 61, married screenwriter Jeff Greenstein in a sheer gray-lilac dress. The Czech-born icon shared wedding photos on Instagram. More on infohub.kz.
July 18, 2026
Massive Operation Contains Forest Fire in Semey Ormany Reserve
A large forest fire in the Semey Ormany reserve was contained on July 18. The operation involved 769 personnel, 191 ground vehicles, 8 helicopters, and 709 tons of water dropped.
July 18, 2026
Kazakhstan's electricity import bill from Russia nearly doubles to $156 million
Kazakhstan's spending on electricity imports from Russia surged 87% to $156 million in the first five months of 2026, the highest since at least 2020, as prices rose 49%.
July 18, 2026
Billion-Tenge Embezzlement at Air Astana: Sentence Upheld
Appeals court in Almaty upholds sentence in embezzlement of over 1 billion tenge from Air Astana. Organizer gets 9 years, accomplices 8.5 years, with property confiscation.
July 18, 2026
Magnetic Storms on July 18: One Forecast Warns of Severe Geostorm
On July 18, 2026, calm geomagnetic conditions are expected, but one forecast warns of a powerful G3 magnetic storm. Recommendations for weather-sensitive individuals.