July 17, 2026
Израиль қазан айындағы сайлауға бет алды: парламент таратылды
Израиль парламенті таратылып, 27 қазанда сайлау өтеді. Бұл Нетаньяхудың саяси өмірі мен соғыстарына референдум ретінде қарастырылуда.
July 17, 2026
Kazakhstan Approves Unified Rules for Foreign University Branch Recognition
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.
July 17, 2026
Scientists find way to slow aging in several organs
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.
July 17, 2026
Almaty Police Identify Participants in Schoolgirl Beating
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.
July 17, 2026
Kazakhstan Entrepreneurs to Decide on POS Terminals After Unified QR Launch, Says National Bank
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.
July 17, 2026
Chinese company to invest $1 billion in Kuryk port terminal
Chinese company Guoyou Materials Group invests $1 billion in construction of multifunctional terminal at Kuryk port on Kazakhstan's Caspian coast, creating 800 jobs.
July 17, 2026
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.
July 17, 2026
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.
July 17, 2026
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.
July 17, 2026
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.
July 17, 2026
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.
July 17, 2026
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'.
July 17, 2026
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.
July 17, 2026
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.
July 17, 2026
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.
July 17, 2026
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.
July 17, 2026
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.
July 17, 2026
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.
July 17, 2026
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.
July 17, 2026
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.
July 17, 2026
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.
July 17, 2026
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.
July 17, 2026
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.
July 17, 2026
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%.