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
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.
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
Foreigners Caught Trying to Smuggle Over Two Tons of Fuel Out of Kazakhstan
In East Kazakhstan region, authorities thwarted an attempt to illegally export over 2 tonnes of diesel fuel to China. Chinese nationals had equipped vehicles with hidden tanks. The violators were fined.
July 18, 2026
"Time to Open Fire": Kadyrov Urges Military Response to Countries Helping Ukraine
Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov calls for military strikes on countries aiding Ukraine, says infantry ready to follow Putin's orders, and warns that Russia could escalate if provoked further.
July 18, 2026
5 Billion Tenge Spent, But Water Woes Persist in Besagash Village
Hundreds of homes in Besagash, near Almaty, face water shortages during extreme heat. A 5 billion tenge system failed to solve the decades-old problem.
July 18, 2026
Ұлыбританиядағы қосымша сайлау: рекордтық 34 кандидат, Фараж қайтаруға ұмтылады
Ұлыбританиядағы Клэктон қосымша сайлауында 34 кандидатпен рекорд орнатылды. Найджел Фараж сыйлықтар жанжалынан кейін отставкаға кетіп, қайта сайлануға ұмтылуда.
July 18, 2026
Иран соғысы: АҚШ пен Иран қатарынан жетінші түн шабуылдасуда
АҚШ пен Иран арасындағы соғыс жетінші түнге созылды. Хормозганда үш адам қаза тауып, Хормуз бұғазында екі танкер жарылды. БҰҰ бас хатшысы азаматтық инфрақұрылымға шабуылдарды айыптады.
July 18, 2026
Doctor Warns of Heatstroke Risk During Summer Workouts
Doctor Alexey Vodovozov warns that intense summer workouts can lead to heatstroke, especially in children. He offers tips on adjusting training and preventing heat-related illness.
July 17, 2026
Kazakhstan Man Wins Full Refund for Jennifer Lopez Concert Ticket
A Kazakhstan man secured a full refund for a Jennifer Lopez concert ticket after an appeals court ordered the seller to pay nearly 377,000 tenge. Details and consumer tips.
July 17, 2026
Teachers in Turkistan Region Receive Delayed Pension Contributions After Prosecutor Intervention
The prosecutor's office in Zhetysai district restored teachers' rights: 33.8 million tenge in pension contributions paid after audit. More at infohub.kz.