August 6, 2026
EasyJet agrees to £5.7bn takeover by US firm Apollo
EasyJet agrees to a £5.7bn takeover by US firm Apollo. Castlelake drops out. Apollo offers £7.15 per share, beating Castlelake's £6.90.
August 6, 2026
Attack on Children Near Atakent in Almaty: Suspect Detained
In Almaty, near Atakent, a man attacked children, hitting a 10-year-old boy and threatening violence. The suspect was detained, and an investigation has begun.
August 6, 2026
Kazakh Blogger Kaisar Kamza Extradited from Vietnam
Blogger Kaisar Kamza extradited from Vietnam to Kazakhstan. He is accused of promoting illegal online casinos. Details on infohub.kz.
August 6, 2026
Russian Tourists Evacuated by Helicopter After Rockfall in Kazakhstan Mountains
Two Russian tourists injured in a rockfall in the Almaty Region were evacuated by helicopter from 3,510 meters. Rescuers reached them on foot due to bad weather. Details on infohub.kz.
August 6, 2026
Civil servant in Taraz wins court battle to regain housing queue spot
A court in Taraz reinstated a civil servant to the housing queue after he was removed due to a change in registration. The commission's decision was ruled illegal.
August 6, 2026
Ex-Wife of Bishimbayev Says His Mother Sues Her for 25M Tenge
Nazym Kakharman, ex-wife of Kuandyk Bishimbayev, says his mother has filed a 25 million tenge lawsuit against her. Details in the article.
August 6, 2026
US jobless claims rise to 199,000, but layoffs remain historically low
US jobless claims rose to 199,000 last week, but layoffs remain historically low. The Fed's preferred inflation gauge remains above target, and hiring slowed in June.
August 6, 2026
Kazakhstan to Tighten Rules for Importing Right-Hand Drive Cars
Kazakhstan's Ministry of Trade proposes banning certification of cars with converted steering wheels and tightening SOS system checks. Learn how import rules will change.
August 6, 2026
Kazakhstan's 'Unicorn' Higgsfield AI Attracts 390 Fortune 500 Companies
Kazakhstan's Higgsfield AI, a $1B unicorn, attracts 390 Fortune 500 companies. CEO Alexander Mashrabov discusses revenue, Coca-Cola ads, and AI studio growth.
August 6, 2026
Storm Warning Issued in 17 Regions of Kazakhstan Due to Heat and Rain
Storm warnings have been issued in 17 regions of Kazakhstan for August 7 due to extreme heat and heavy rainfall, with high fire danger expected in many areas.
August 6, 2026
Police Punish Man for Comment Threatening '72 Stabs' in Nurai Case
Shymkent police punished a man for a TikTok comment threatening '72 stabs' in the Nurai Serikbay murder case. He apologized, saying his words were misinterpreted.
August 6, 2026
American Hospitalized After ChatGPT Advises Replacing Salt with Sodium Bromide
A 60-year-old American was hospitalized after following ChatGPT's advice to replace salt with sodium bromide, leading to bromide poisoning and psychosis.
August 6, 2026
Qatar's Lesha Bank, owner of Bereke Bank, posts 50% profit jump, assets surge
Qatar's Lesha Bank, owner of Bereke Bank, reports 50% profit growth and 78% AUM surge in H1 2026. Details on infohub.kz.
August 6, 2026
Almaty Courtyards Renovated Based on Resident Proposals
In Almaty's Auezov district, courtyards on Zhandosov and Aftsinao streets were renovated under the People's Participation Budget program, featuring new playgrounds, lighting, and workout zones.
August 6, 2026
Low wages named main cause of poverty in Kazakhstan
62.1% of Kazakhs named low wages as the main cause of poverty. The Bureau of National Statistics study also cites low pensions, unemployment, and debts.
August 6, 2026
Freedom Holding becomes major shareholder of EdTech company Bilim Group
Freedom Holding Corp. acquires stake in Kazakhstan's EdTech company Bilim Group, becoming major shareholder. Deal approved by antitrust authority. Investments in education and AI.
August 6, 2026
Diageo акциялары жаңа директордың жоспарымен көтерілді
Diageo акциялары жаңа бас директор Дэйв Льюистің 1 млрд долларлық үнемдеу жоспарынан кейін 10%-ға өсті. Компания қайта құрылымдау шараларын жариялады.
August 6, 2026
Canon G7X and Drones: What's Banned at Kanye West's Concert
Organizers of Kanye West's concert in Almaty have announced a list of banned equipment: cameras, drones, gimbals, and more. Find out what you can and cannot bring to the show on August 14.
August 6, 2026
Astana Residents Spot Green Water in Ishim River: What Inspection Found
Astana authorities are investigating green water in the Ishim River after residents' complaints. Specialists took samples, considering algal bloom. Details on infohub.kz
August 6, 2026
Analyst Predicts Dollar Could Reach 500 Tenge
Kazakh analyst Rasul Rysmambetov predicts a gradual rise in the dollar exchange rate to 500 tenge, but urges calm and explains the influencing factors.
August 6, 2026
Kazakh Woman Sues Employer Over Delayed Child Support Payments
A Kazakh woman won a court case against her children's father's employer for failing to transfer withheld alimony. The cassation court ruled in her favor, ordering payment of 513,362 tenge plus penalties.
August 6, 2026
Court in Southern Kazakhstan Overturns Fine for High Drywall Price
In Zhambyl region, court overturned fine for high drywall price, citing lack of evidence of dominant market position.
August 6, 2026
Almaty Court Upholds Verdict in Al-Farabi Fatal Crash, Denies 100M Tenge Appeal
Almaty court rejects appeal for 100M tenge compensation in fatal Al-Farabi crash, upholding 10-year sentence for Zeekr driver.
August 6, 2026
Dollar Continues to Fall on Kazakhstan Stock Exchange
The dollar exchange rate on KASE has been falling for three days, dropping by another 2 tenge today. Check current exchange rates at Kazakhstan's exchange offices.