July 20, 2026
Another women-only train carriage launched in Kazakhstan
Starting September 2, Kazakhstan adds a new women-only carriage on the Nurly Zhol–Oral route. Learn which routes already have them and the usage rules for female passengers.
July 20, 2026
Almaty-Bishkek highway section to be expanded to eight lanes
Overhaul of busiest Almaty-Bishkek highway section: eight lanes, two interchanges, nine pedestrian crossings, improved lighting for 70k+ daily vehicles.
July 20, 2026
Kazakhstan's Central Election Commission Registers People's Party List for Kurultai Elections
Kazakhstan's CEC registers the People's Party list for Kurultai elections on August 23. List includes 72 candidates, 41.7% women, youth, and disabled persons.
July 20, 2026
Six injured after severe thunderstorm in Pavlodar Region
In Pavlodar Region, six people were injured by a severe thunderstorm with hail and squally winds. All suffered injuries but none required hospitalization.
July 20, 2026
University Reconstruction Completed with Returned Assets in Arkalyk
Altynsarin Pedagogical University in Arkalyk renovated with returned assets (1.9B tenge). Facilities for 2,500 students. Social projects in Kostanay region.
July 20, 2026
Sapar Satayev Appointed Akim of Temirtau
Sapar Satayev appointed akim of Temirtau; previously headed Balkhash. Region head Yermaganbet Bulekpaev introduced him and outlined priorities for the city.
July 20, 2026
"It was rubbish": Rooney slams Madonna, Shakira, BTS show at World Cup final
Wayne Rooney criticizes the 2026 World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and others, calling the extended 27-minute break 'rubbish.'
July 20, 2026
Хьюстонда ИКБҚ қызметкерінің мексикалық азаматты өлтіргеніне қарсы наразылық жалғасуда
Хьюстонда жүздеген адам ИКБҚ қызметкерінің мексикалық азаматты атып өлтіргеніне қарсы наразылық білдіріп, әділдік талап етті. Шерулер АҚШ-тың басқа қалаларында да өтті.
July 20, 2026
Third in two years: physicist from Ernst & Young leads Kazakhstan Temir Zholy
Samruk-Kazyna appoints Yelzhas Otynshiyev as chairman of KTZ, the third head in two years. He is a physicist with experience at Ernst & Young and Samruk-Kazyna.
July 20, 2026
Online casino with billions in turnover operated from Georgia
Online casino 'Nomad Poker' with turnover over 7.5 billion tenge, coordinated from Georgia, shut down in Kazakhstan. Property worth 158 million tenge seized.
July 20, 2026
Erke Esmakhan Returns After Maternity Leave with 9 Songs and 9 Videos
Kazakh singer Erke Esmakhan returns after three-year maternity leave, recording 9 songs and filming 9 videos in six months with support from husband RaiM. New album on the way.
July 20, 2026
Elena Rybakina Takes a 'Little Reset' in Europe
Kazakh tennis star Elena Rybakina shares photos of her vacation in Bratislava, Slovakia, calling it a 'little reset' after her Wimbledon 2026 third-round exit.
July 20, 2026
Girl Falls into Four-Meter Well in Taldykorgan
Police officers rescued a 14-year-old girl who fell into a four-meter open well in Taldykorgan. The dangerous well has been ordered closed after the incident.
July 20, 2026
Heat to Subside: Rainy Week Forecast for Almaty
Get the Almaty weather forecast for July 20-26, 2026: rain and cooler temperatures expected after the heatwave. Full details from OpenWeather on infohub.kz.
July 20, 2026
Javier Milei thanks Argentina's squad for fight in 2026 World Cup final
Argentine President Javier Milei thanked Argentina's squad after their loss in the 2026 World Cup final. Messi won the Silver Ball, Rodri the Golden Ball.
July 19, 2026
Trump Presents World Cup Trophy to Spain After 2026 Final Win
Trump awarded Spain's captain Rodri the 2026 World Cup trophy after a 1-0 victory. The ceremony also honored Argentina, referees, and other dignitaries.
July 19, 2026
Venezuela Reports 5,119 Deaths in Earthquake Disaster
A powerful earthquake in Venezuela has killed 5,119 people and injured 16,740, with 6,462 rescued. It is the strongest quake in the country since 1900.
July 19, 2026
Перудағы жер сілкінісі: 6 адам қаза тауып, 21 адам жарақат алды
Перудағы жер сілкінісінен 6 адам қаза тауып, 21 адам жарақат алды. 48 үй қирады, 300 адам зардап шекті. Магнитудасы 5,1 және 3,7, Чупака провинциясында.
July 19, 2026
Forest Fires Extinguished in Three Regions of Kazakhstan
The Ministry of Ecology reports the forest fires in Akmola, Aktobe, East Kazakhstan extinguished. Citizens urged to follow fire safety rules due to high risk.
July 19, 2026
Kazakhstan Condemns Drone Attacks on Tankers Near CPC
Kazakhstan's Foreign Ministry condemns drone attacks on civilian vessels near CPC on July 17 and 19, calls for halt, will seek damages for economic encroachment.
July 19, 2026
Natural Gas Connected in Poltavka Village, Aktobe Region
Natural gas connected to 99 homes in Poltavka, Aktobe region. Gasification rate reaches 97.5%. Plans for 2026 include 8 villages. Project cost 581.4 mln tenge.
July 19, 2026
Rescuers Prevent Explosion in Kostanay Garden Community
In a garden community in Kostanay, rescuers prevented an explosion by removing five gas cylinders from a burning house. The fire covered 150 square meters; no injuries reported.
July 19, 2026
Elon Musk backs prediction that AI will kill browsers and websites
Elon Musk agreed with a forecast that AI will eliminate the need for browsers and websites. The billionaire commented 'True' on a post envisioning AI future.
July 19, 2026
Spain and Argentina to Clash in 2026 World Cup Final, Messi Aims to Catch Mbappé
Spain and Argentina meet in the 2026 World Cup final. Messi can match Mbappé's tournament goals and become a two-time champion. Match starts July 20 at midnight.