August 3, 2026
Kazakhstan Manufacturing PMI Falls to Minimum on Order Shortage
Kazakhstan's manufacturing PMI fell to 47.0 in July 2026, the lowest since March 2022, due to order shortages, working capital issues, and logistics disruptions.
August 3, 2026
Big Mac from McDonald's After Nearly 10 Years: Blogger Shows How It Looks
Blogger bitbumm_a shows how a Big Mac from McDonald's looks after nearly 10 years. The experiment started in 2017, and the burger has barely changed.
August 3, 2026
Renting vs. Deposits: Which Pays Off in Kazakhstan?
Rental yield in Astana is 7.2% per annum, below deposit rates of 18-20%. But with price growth, total return reaches 22%. Compare renting vs. depositing.
August 3, 2026
Kazakhstan Vanadium Producer Targets US Defense Market
Kazakhstan's Ferro-Alloy Resources seeks US financing, explores yttrium mining, boosts production, and secures orders. Details on infohub.kz.
August 3, 2026
Kazakh President Launches Construction of 'Golden Bridge' from China to Europe
Kazakh President Tokayev launches construction of highways Kyzylorda–Saksaulsk, Ulgaysyn–Saksaulsk, and Beyneu–Saksaulsk, boosting jobs and cargo traffic.
August 3, 2026
Revived Freelander Unveils First Production Crossover
The revived Freelander brand unveils its first production model, the Freelander 8 crossover, with advanced tech and a range-extender hybrid powertrain. Pre-sales start August 10.
August 3, 2026
Kazakh Police Warn of New AI-Powered Scam Scheme
Police in Kazakhstan's Abai region warn of a new AI-powered scam targeting online buyers. Learn how to protect yourself from fraudsters and avoid becoming a victim.
August 3, 2026
Kazakhstan and China Plan to Create Joint Airline
Kazakhstan and China discuss creating a joint regional airline, with flights to Zaysan and Katon-Karagay using COMAC C909 aircraft.
August 3, 2026
Chinese airline plans flights to Katon-Karagai and Zaisan
Chinese airline Urumqi Airlines plans to launch flights to Kazakhstan, including Katon-Karagai and Zaisan. Routes Urumqi-Karaganda, Gulja-Astana and others are discussed.
August 3, 2026
Indonesia Ferry Fire: 5 Dead, Search Continues for Missing
At least 5 dead, 229 rescued after Indonesian ferry fire. Search continues for missing passengers. Officials say manifest discrepancies complicate efforts.
August 3, 2026
Erke Esmakhan Publicly Declares Love to Husband RaiM and Thanks Him for Support
Kazakh singer Erke Esmakhan publicly thanked her husband RaiM for support and declared her love, highlighting his role in her life and career.
August 3, 2026
Kazakhstanis File Thousands of Complaints Against Banks, MFIs, and Collectors in a Month
In June 2026, Kazakhstan's financial regulator received 16,400 complaints, with 47.9% against banks, 34.4% against MFIs, and 9.1% against collectors. Details and statistics.
August 3, 2026
Kazakhstan wins four more medals at U17 Wrestling Worlds in Baku
Kazakhstan's youth wrestlers won four more medals at the U17 World Championships in Baku: one gold and three bronze. Details and results.
August 3, 2026
New Green Square Joins Astana's 'Myngzhyldyk' Alley
Astana is finishing a new square behind the Kuanyshbayev Theater, part of the Myngzhyldyk alley. Trees, paths, and rest areas are ready; opening soon.
August 3, 2026
Mother and Child Injured in Bee Attack in California
A mother and her five-year-old son were hospitalized in serious condition after being attacked by a swarm of bees in a park in San Diego County, California.
August 3, 2026
Almaty Power Outage Schedule for August 3-7
From August 3 to 7, Almaty will see scheduled power outages. List of microdistricts and streets, work schedule - in the material of infohub.kz.
August 3, 2026
Scientists Find Unexpected Brain Changes in Depression
Scientists found that depression reduces gray matter not only in emotion-related areas but also in regions controlling vision and movement. Study in Nature Mental Health.
August 3, 2026
Австралиялық экс-радиожүргізуші Алан Джонстың ісі бойынша сот басталды
Австралиялық экс-радиожүргізуші Алан Джонстың алты ер адамға қатысты жыныстық қылмыстар жасады деген айыппен сот процесі басталды. Ол 20 бап бойынша айыпталуда.
August 3, 2026
AI Reveals Global Algal Bloom Surge Threatening Ecosystems and Tourism
AI analyzed satellite images to reveal a global increase in ocean algae, threatening ecosystems and tourism. Details of the study.
August 3, 2026
Body of renowned climber Nirmal Purja found in Pakistan
Body of British-Nepali climber Nirmal Purja found on Broad Peak in Pakistan after avalanche. Details on infohub.kz.
August 3, 2026
Can Private Managers Lose Kazakhstanis' Pension Savings?
Learn whether private managers can lose pension savings of Kazakhstanis. We examine the mechanisms protecting funds when transferred to IPMs.
August 3, 2026
Trump Says He Has Decided How to Punish Canada Over Wildfire Smoke
President Trump says he has decided how to punish Canada over wildfire smoke, but details remain undisclosed. Read more on infohub.kz.
August 3, 2026
Christopher Nolan Responds to Critics of His Film 'Odyssey'
Christopher Nolan responds to critics of his film 'Odyssey', urging audiences to focus on the soul of the picture rather than its flaws.
August 3, 2026
UK's first 'super-university' merging Greenwich and Kent to launch in September
The UK's first super-university, merging Greenwich and Kent, launches in September. With over 50,000 students, it becomes the third largest higher education institution in the UK.