July 17, 2026
Kazakhstan Destroys Illegal Plant Shipment from Russia
In Astana, a shipment of decorative plants from Russia was burned after being found without a required phytosanitary certificate. The owner was ordered to destroy the cargo.
July 17, 2026
Jackie Chan Shown Robot Dog in Aktau
Jackie Chan showed interest in a robot dog for public safety in Aktau, Kazakhstan. The actor filmed it. He is in Aktau for 'Armour of God 4: Ultimatum'.
July 17, 2026
Belgian ASL Airlines to refuel planes at Almaty airport
Belgian cargo airline ASL Airlines Belgium will refuel at Almaty airport under an agreement with KazMunayGas-Aero, boosting Kazakhstan's transit potential.
July 17, 2026
Illegal Gold Processing Plant Busted Near Astana with Mercury and Firearms
Authorities in Kazakhstan bust an illegal gold processing plant near Astana, seizing nearly half a kilo of gold, four tons of ore, six kg of mercury, cash, and firearms. Organizer arrested.
July 17, 2026
Gold, Tenge, and Dollars Seized in Akmola Region Special Operation
Police in Kazakhstan's Akmola region busted an illegal gold processing workshop, seizing a gold bar, ore, mercury, weapons, and a large sum of cash.
July 17, 2026
Kazakhstan Explains Concrete Road Damage as Natural Physical Process During Heatwave
Kazakhstan's Transport Ministry explains that concrete roads buckled this summer due to abnormal heat causing thermal expansion of slabs, not a construction defect. More on infohub.kz.
July 17, 2026
Andy Burnham Elected Labour Leader, Set to Become UK Prime Minister
Andy Burnham elected Labour leader, becomes UK PM after Starmer's resignation. Official appointment July 20.
July 17, 2026
Nastya Ivleeva Poses in Longsleeve and Underwear for Husband's Photos
Russian TV host Nastya Ivleeva posed in a white longsleeve and underwear for photos taken by her husband, earning praise from fans who called the look 'sheer tenderness and charm.'
July 17, 2026
ӘЧ-2026: үшінші орын үшін матч — Франция мен Англия не үшін ойнайды?
Франция мен Англия үшінші орын үшін матчта кездеседі. Дешамның қоштасуы, Мбаппенің Алтын бутса жарысы, жүлде сомасы.
July 17, 2026
2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina may be moved due to wildfires
Smoke from Canadian wildfires threatens the July 19 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina in New York/New Jersey. No official decision yet.
July 17, 2026
Who Is Exempt from Property Tax in Kazakhstan Until October 1, 2026
Find out who is fully exempt from property tax in Kazakhstan until October 1, 2026, and who qualifies for tax relief. Details on calculation and new rates.
July 17, 2026
Kazakh President Toqaev invited to Cambodia
Kazakh President Qasym-Jomart Toqaev met with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on the sidelines of the AI conference in Shanghai and received an invitation to visit Cambodia.
July 17, 2026
Astana police bust drug operation using steamer to melt hashish oil
Astana police uncovered an unusual drug scheme: a steamer used to melt hashish oil for packaging. Over 1.5 kg seized; two men arrested.
July 17, 2026
Иран АҚШ-тың алты күндік соққысынан кейін жаңа шабуылдар жасады
Иран АҚШ-тың алты күндік соққысынан кейін Орта Шығыстағы әскери нысандарға жаңа шабуылдар жасады, Сириядағы алғашқы тікелей шабуылды қоса. Қақтығыс Һормұз бұғазындағы тасымалды тоқтатты.
July 17, 2026
IMF Projects 4.6% GDP Growth for Kazakhstan, Tops Global Rankings
Despite global economic slowdown, the IMF upgraded Kazakhstan's GDP growth forecast to 4.6% in 2026, ranking it among the world's top performers. See full analysis on infohub.kz.
July 17, 2026
Alimony Debtors Spent Millions on Betting While Ignoring Child Support, Kazakhstan Officials Say
Kazakhstan prosecutors found 22 alimony debtors in Ulytau region who spent millions on betting instead of paying child support. Pre-trial investigations launched.