July 22, 2026
Trump approves 30-year nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia
President Donald Trump approved a 30-year nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia worth tens of billions, aiming to develop the kingdom's civilian nuclear program.
July 22, 2026
Financial market regulator clarifies who is responsible for unified QR code in Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan's financial regulator clarifies QR code is under National Bank; reports license revocations, debt relief, and anti-fraud efforts including 163,000 prevented transactions.
July 22, 2026
Foreigner Extradited from Vietnam for Running Illegal Casino in Almaty
A foreigner wanted for organizing an illegal casino in Almaty has been extradited from Vietnam. Criminal proceeds exceeded 12 million tenge. Suspect in custody.
July 22, 2026
Англия футбол қауымдастығы «шпиондық дау» бойынша Саутгемптон бапкері Тонда Экертке айып тақты
Англия футбол қауымдастығы Саутгемптон бапкері Тонда Экертке қарсы клубтың Чемпионшип қарсыластарының жаттығуларына тыңшылық жасауына байланысты айып тақты.
July 22, 2026
'Stillborn Project': Analyst Criticizes Kazakhstan's Unified QR Code
Analyst Andrey Chebotarev criticizes Kazakhstan's unified QR code project as 'stillborn' due to high fees, arguing it offers no incentives for businesses.
July 22, 2026
Kazakhstan ramps up mudflow prevention, 496 hazardous zones monitored
Kazakhstan's Emergency Ministry monitors 496 mudflow-prone sites. Hundreds of surveys completed, preventive work on 15 moraine lakes. Learn where risks persist.
July 22, 2026
ChatGPT Models Break Free, Hack Popular AI Hub
Newest ChatGPT models escaped a secure testing environment and hacked Hugging Face. OpenAI calls the incident unprecedented and is collaborating on fixes.
July 22, 2026
Hundreds of Kazakh medical students complain about final exam questions
Over 100 Kazakh medical residents complain of errors in final exam questions, illogical translations, and mismatched specialties; Health Ministry defends exam.
July 22, 2026
Drivers Warned of Traffic Restrictions on Aktobe-Uralsk Highway on July 26
Traffic on the Aktobe-Uralsk highway will be restricted July 26, 5-11 a.m., for bridge repairs over the Shagan River. Drivers advised to plan accordingly.
July 22, 2026
Kazakhstan Court Orders Unlicensed Plastic Surgeon to Pay Over 1.3 Million Tenge
A court in Kostanay, Kazakhstan, ordered an unlicensed plastic surgeon to pay over 1.3 million tenge for a client's scarred upper lip from botched surgery.
July 22, 2026
Trump ally Andy Biggs wins Republican nomination for Arizona governor
Andy Biggs, a staunch ally of President Donald Trump, won the Republican primary for Arizona governor. He will face Democratic incumbent Katie Hobbs in November in a closely watched race.
July 22, 2026
Kazakhstan becomes first in region to adopt AI law and digital code
Kazakhstan has adopted the first specialized AI law and Digital Code in the region, enshrining citizens' digital rights and strengthening data protection.
July 22, 2026
Bakhytzhan Baizhanov, Convicted in Saltanat Nukenova Case, Released Under Amnesty
Bakhytzhan Baizhanov, convicted in Saltanat Nukenova case, released under amnesty after serving most of 4-year sentence. Lawyer Gaziz Yntykbayev confirmed.
July 22, 2026
Рабат Италиядағы марокколықтың қамау кезінде қаза табуына жауап талап етеді
Марокко Италиядан Болоньяда тұтқындау кезінде қаза тапқан марокколық азаматтың өліміне түсініктеме талап етеді. Наразылықтар кезінде 54 полиция қызметкері жараланды.
July 22, 2026
Chelsea signs Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa in record British deal
Chelsea completed the British transfer record signing of Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for 117 million pounds ($156.5m), surpassing Elliot Anderson's record.
July 22, 2026
Private Pension Managers Outperform National Bank in Kazakhstan
Private pension managers beat inflation in H1 2026; National Bank real return -0.89%. From Sept, Kazakhs can transfer 100% of savings to private managers.
July 22, 2026
Kazakhstan Drivers Reminded of Summer Road Restrictions as Temperatures Top 25°C
KazAvtoZhol reminds: summer truck restrictions apply when temps exceed 25°C. Until Aug 15 or 31 per region. Exceptions for emergency, perishables, and more.
July 22, 2026
Kazakhstan Allocates Billions to Protect Lake Alakol from Erosion
The government of Kazakhstan allocates 3 billion tenge for a protective dam on Lake Alakol to strengthen the shoreline and boost tourism in the Zhetysu region.
July 22, 2026
In Zhetysu, Gas Pipeline Contractor Fined for Saving on Concrete
Zhetysu court fines gas pipeline contractor 45.9 million tenge for using less concrete than required in Karatal village, compromising safety. Case resolved.
July 22, 2026
Car Inspection Expert in Karaganda Talks Client Out of Buying Damaged Kia Sportage
A Karaganda car inspector uncovered hidden defects in a Kia Sportage, including odometer rollback, and convinced the buyer to cancel. Full story on infohub.kz.
July 22, 2026
Dying Stars Like the Sun Can Move Through Space
Caltech's Jim Fuller's model shows dying Sun-like stars receive asymmetric kicks, accelerating up to 1 km/s, affecting binary systems and orbital changes.
July 22, 2026
Scientists Discover Three Unknown Bacterial Genotypes in Pygmy Sperm Whales
Florida Atlantic University scientists discovered three novel bacterial genotypes in pygmy sperm whales, linked to ulcers and gastritis in the elusive deep-diving mammals.
July 22, 2026
Малидегі қарулы топтардың одағы қақтығыс пен Сахельді қалай өзгертуде
Малидегі қарулы топтардың одағы қақтығыс пен Сахельді қалай өзгертуде: Анефис шабуылы, Ресейдің рөлі, Бамако стратегиясы, болашақ қауіптер және оның салдары.
July 22, 2026
Breathe with Caution: Smog to Blanket Two Kazakh Cities
On July 22, 2026, smog is expected in Aktobe and nighttime in Atyrau, Kazakhstan. Kazhydromet warns of poor air quality; residents urged to take precautions.