July 27, 2026
Toqaev Briefed on Fictitious Patient Scheme in Clinics
President Toqaev was briefed on a scheme involving fictitious enrollment of 140,000 patients to clinics to steal funds from the Social Health Insurance Fund.
July 27, 2026
Tyrannosaurus Rex Skeleton Fetches Record $50 Million at Auction
The skeleton of a Tyrannosaurus rex named Gus sold for a record $50 million, becoming the most expensive dinosaur ever. Discovered in South Dakota, excavation took three years.
July 27, 2026
Court Overturns Amnesty for Accountant Who Embezzled 88 Million Tenge
The Prosecutor General of Kazakhstan secured cancellation of amnesty for an accountant who embezzled 88.8 million tenge. She will serve 7-year sentence.
July 27, 2026
Experienced Dutch Banker Henk Jan Hoogendoorn Appointed Independent Director of Halyk Bank
Kazakhstan's financial regulator approved Henk Jan Hoogendoorn as independent director of Halyk Bank on July 24, 2026. He brings over 30 years of international banking experience.
July 27, 2026
Aktau residents demand inspection of ambulances over lack of air conditioning
Aktau residents request an audit of ambulances due to missing air conditioning and elevator access cards, citing extreme heat and safety concerns.
July 27, 2026
Charli XCX portrait added to National Portrait Gallery collection
Charli XCX's portrait joins National Portrait Gallery collection. Photo by Harley Weir from 'Brat' era, new album 'Music, Fashion, Film', chart success, and film roles.
July 27, 2026
Британдық ютубер Yung Filly жанкүйерін зорлау ісі бойынша сотта жауап берді
Британдық ютубер Yung Filly жанкүйерін зорлады деген айыппен сотталып, келісім болғанын айтады. Сотта ол түнгі клубтағы кездесу мен қонақүйдегі оқиғаны баяндады.
July 27, 2026
Kazakhstan tenge strengthens as dollar falls after sharp rise
After a sharp rise, the dollar fell by 3 tenge on Monday to 473.4 tenge. The euro also dropped. See detailed exchange rates in Astana, Almaty, and Shymkent today.
July 27, 2026
Ebola outbreak in DR Congo may become second largest in history
Ebola cases in DR Congo exceed 3,200 with 856 new cases in a week; deaths reach 1,405. Outbreak could become second largest in history, reports infohub.kz.
July 27, 2026
Astana car dealership manager sentenced for stealing 23 million tenge from vehicle owners
Astana car dealership manager sentenced to 3 years 4 months for defrauding owners of 23 million tenge by selling their Changan and Toyota without payment.
July 27, 2026
Kazakhstan allocates 384 billion tenge for power plant repairs in 2026
Kazakhstan allocates 384 billion tenge for power plant repairs in 2026. Work is on schedule despite less than half completed. Five CHP plants under scrutiny.
July 27, 2026
Cost of Housing an Inmate in Kazakhstan's 'Black Berkut' Prison
Discover the cost of detaining an inmate in Kazakhstan's notorious 'Black Berkut' prison, where over 200 lifers are held. Daily expenses exceed 2,000 tenge.
July 27, 2026
Kazakh Singer Rinat Shamshyrak Faces Backlash Over Dangerous Transport of Newborn Son
Singer Rinat Shamshyrak faces backlash after video shows him driving with newborn on front seat without car seat. Lawyer seeks police probe. Fine 21,625 tenge.
July 27, 2026
Ministry of Tourism and Sports Names Top Summer Vacation Spots Near Astana
Kazakhstan's Ministry of Tourism and Sports named the best places for summer nature getaways near Astana: canyons, reserves, national parks, and lake resorts.
July 27, 2026
Kazakh Woman Wins Back Home After Proving Incapacity
A Shymkent resident regained property after proving incapacity due to personality disorder. The court voided fraudulent transactions, restoring her rights.
July 27, 2026
Pet Fur Turned into Diamonds: A New Service in the CIS
A service that synthesizes diamonds from pet fur and ashes is gaining popularity in the CIS. Find out how much it costs to immortalize your pet as a gem.
July 27, 2026
Haval, Chery, Geely and Zeekr Owners Debate Reliability of Chinese Cars
Chinese car owners (Haval, Chery, Geely, Zeekr) share experiences: most report no major issues, but worry about long-term durability after warranty expires.
July 27, 2026
Can sellers demand payment via their own bank's QR code?
Starting 2026, Kazakh law requires sellers to accept unified QR codes. Discover if demanding a particular bank's QR is legal and what penalties apply to violators.
July 27, 2026
Kazakhstan to study heat impact on pregnant women, infants in three regions
Kazakhstan's Health Ministry and UNFPA to study extreme heat impact on pregnant women and infants in 3 regions; plan remote psychological aid for rural youth.
July 27, 2026
Kazakhstan Military Police Searches for Deserter Conscript in Ust-Kamenogorsk
Kazakhstan's military police are searching for a conscript who deserted his unit in Ust-Kamenogorsk. Description of the soldier and hotline numbers provided.
July 27, 2026
Six Climbers Die on Mount Elbrus in Two Days
Six climbers died on Mount Elbrus over two days, including two from Bosnia and Herzegovina at 5,100 meters and a Russian climber. Rescue efforts ongoing.
July 27, 2026
Merz calls Berlin crowd ramming 'despicable Islamist terrorist attack'
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz called the Berlin Pride crowd ramming a despicable Islamist attack. The case was transferred to federal prosecutor's office.
July 27, 2026
Нетаньяху Нью-Йорк әкімін жеккөрушілікті қоздырды деп айыптады
Израильдің бас министрі Нетаньяху Нью-Йорк әкімін жеккөрушілік тудырды деп айыптады. Мамдани ХҚС ордерін орындай алмайтынын мойындады.
July 26, 2026
Джексон Койвун 3M ашық чемпионатында жеңіске жетті
Джексон Койвун өзінің үшінші кәсіби стартында 3M ашық чемпионатында жеңіске жетіп, турнир рекордын 25-тен 259 соққымен жаңартты. 21 жастағы гольфші Скотти Шеффлерді үш соққы артықшылықпен артта қалдырды.