July 16, 2026
Air Astana Suspends Dubai Flights Until August 31
Air Astana suspends Dubai flights from July 21 to August 31 due to Strait of Hormuz tensions. Passengers can get refunds, reschedule for free, or rebook.
July 16, 2026
Mother, 29, arrested after newborn found dead in Astana sewer
Astana police arrest a 29-year-old woman on suspicion of murdering her newborn, whose body was found in a sewer. The case also leads to a warning for a problematic hotel.
July 16, 2026
How to Assess Your Wealth: A Financier's Advice for Kazakhstani People
Economist Aigerim Ilyasova advises creating personal financial reports to assess assets and debts, with an example calculation of capital and investment assets.
July 16, 2026
Confusion over 'Altyn Belgi' and Red Diplomas: Can Applicants Still Qualify for Grants in Kazakhstan?
Committee chairperson explains how applicants can resolve the confusion between Altyn Belgi award and red diplomas when applying for grants in Kazakhstan.
July 16, 2026
Meteorologists explain the causes of abnormal heatwave in Kazakhstan
Kazhydromet explains the causes of Kazakhstan's abnormal heatwave, with temperatures reaching +46°C, citing a combination of global warming and an anticyclone. Forecast for July 2026 included.
July 16, 2026
Semey Ormany Forest Fire: 190 Children Evacuated in Abai Region
Large forest fire in Abai region forces evacuation of 190 children from summer camp. Extreme heat hampers firefighting. Same reserve had deadly fire in 2023.
July 16, 2026
Kazakhstan to Allow Dogs and Dombra in Airplane Cabins
Kazakhstan's transport ministry proposes allowing dogs and dombra in airplane cabins, plus priority boarding for vulnerable groups and compensation for delays.
July 16, 2026
Helicopters and plane deployed to fight fire in Semey Ormany
A forest fire in Semey Ormany reserve (Abai region) is being fought with aircraft and additional resources. The situation is under control as containment continues.
July 16, 2026
Kazakhstanis urged to boycott 7Days after offensive ad campaign
A scandal erupts in Kazakhstan over 7Days after Russian director Ilya Luchkin's offensive remarks sparking calls for a boycott and criticism of hiring practices.
July 16, 2026
Head-on collisions and drunk driving: most common causes of road accidents in Almaty
Almaty police name leading causes of road accidents since start of 2026: head-on driving, speeding, alcohol. 1,300 drunk drivers detained, 1,700 arrested.
July 16, 2026
Kazakhstan wins six medals at start of wrestling ranking tournament in Budapest
Kazakhstan's wrestlers won six medals on the first day of the ranking tournament in Budapest, including gold by Asyl Aytakyn and five other podium finishes.
July 16, 2026
Explosion at Tandyr Bakery in Astana Prompts Criminal Investigation
A criminal case has been opened after an explosion at a tandyr bakery in Astana's market. Four people were injured, and an investigation is currently ongoing.
July 16, 2026
Dinara Satzhan Sues Healer Bagdagul Over Social Media Insults
TV host Dinara Satzhan files lawsuit against healer Bagdagul for defamatory social media posts; first court hearing held in Astana. Satzhan defends freedom of speech with responsibility.
July 16, 2026
Four injured, including child, in Astana tandyr bakery explosion
Four people, including a child, were injured in a gas cylinder explosion at a tandyr bakery in Astana. Two were hospitalized, one released for home treatment.
July 16, 2026
Brutal Assault on Woman in Almaty Captured on Video, Posted on Social Media
A video of a brutal assault on a woman in Almaty has gone viral on social media. Users demand justice as police investigate. Read more on infohub.kz.
July 16, 2026
E-scooters to be banned from sidewalks in Almaty? New rules mandate licenses.
Effective Aug 25, Kazakhstan introduces strict e-scooter rules: full sidewalk ban, mandatory licenses for road use. New fines & details on infohub.kz.
July 16, 2026
Kazakhstan Bans Export of Fertile Soil, Introduces New Protection Rules
Kazakhstan passes soil protection law: export of fertile soil banned; those responsible for land degradation must pay restoration. Law takes effect Sept 2026.
July 16, 2026
Tursynbek Kabatov Jokes About 2026 World Cup Final: Messi and Lamine Yamal
Kazakh humorist Tursynbek Kabatov jokingly commented on the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, comparing Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal. Read more on infohub.kz.
July 16, 2026
Explosion at Tandyr Oven in Astana Market Injures Four, Including Child
Explosion at a tandyr oven in Astana's Baykonyr district injured four, including a child, and partially collapsed the ceiling. Caused by a gas cylinder leak.
July 16, 2026
Astana resident arrested for 15 days for over 80 traffic violations
An Astana resident has been sentenced to 15 days in jail for over 80 traffic violations between March and June 2026, including speeding at 151 km/h.
July 16, 2026
Six Convicts Ran Extortion Ring in Uralsk Prison for Three Years, Prosecutor Says
Trial of six inmates for running a three-year extortion and fraud ring in Uralsk prison, including forging documents and driving a victim to suicide attempt.
July 16, 2026
From Scorching Sun to Rain: Kazakhstan's Weather on July 16
Kazhydromet forecasts extreme heat up to 44°C in southern Kazakhstan on July 16, while northern, western, and eastern regions get rain, thunderstorms, hail, gusty winds.
July 16, 2026
Almaty Woman Has Giant Tumor Removed During Emergency C-Section
In Almaty, doctors performed an emergency C-section, removing a 5.1-kilogram giant fibroid from a 40-year-old woman. Mother and baby are feeling well.
July 16, 2026
Russia Remains Top Supplier of Goods to Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan's foreign trade turnover rose 4.3% in Jan-May 2026 to $56.3 billion. Russia remained the top supplier, while China was the largest buyer of Kazakh goods. Full details on infohub.kz.