Balkhash celebrated Metallurgist Day, honoring top workers. The copper smelter produced over 96,000 tons in H1 2026. Awards and new social projects announced.
Turkish actress Beril Pozam, star of 'Winter Bird,' stuns in a cream off-shoulder dress for a new photoshoot. Fans call the pictures fantastic.
FC Kairat says Kanye West's August 14 concert at Almaty's Central Stadium was not coordinated with the club due to a packed sports calendar, including home matches and European cup fixtures.
Израиль парламенті таратылып, 27 қазанда сайлау өтеді. Бұл Нетаньяхудың саяси өмірі мен соғыстарына референдум ретінде қарастырылуда.
Kazakhstan's Ministry of Science and Higher Education approves unified rules for recognizing foreign university branches, aiming to increase transparency and attract international education projects.
Almaty police have identified all individuals involved in the beating of a schoolgirl, after a video of the incident circulated on social media. A criminal case has been opened.
The National Bank of Kazakhstan has clarified that entrepreneurs will decide how many POS terminals to keep after the unified QR launch, and commissions may decrease.
A new study shows that blocking the EP2 receptor in immune cells rejuvenates macrophages and slows aging in multiple organs, offering a potential target for anti-aging therapies.
Chinese company Guoyou Materials Group invests $1 billion in construction of multifunctional terminal at Kuryk port on Kazakhstan's Caspian coast, creating 800 jobs.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Kazakhstan is the first Central Asian country to launch the Li L9 Livis with built-in Yandex Auto. Discover updates, pricing, and sales details.
Raushan Kudaibergen, sister of Kazakh singer Dimash, dances to 'Akerke' on Mont-Saint-Michel. Video gets 43k+ likes; Dimash calls her 'my beloved'.
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.
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.
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.
American scientists found that poor sleep alters neural connections differently by age. In older women, changes may signal early dementia risk.
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.
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.
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.
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.