July 16, 2026
Former Spartak Moscow footballer Vladislav Duyun dies at 49
Former Spartak Moscow footballer Vladislav Duyun dies at 49 after battling pancreatic cancer. He leaves behind three children. He was a Russian champion in 1996-1997.
July 16, 2026
Shadow Economy in Southern Kazakhstan: 200 Billion Tenge Funneled Abroad via Shell Companies
Prosecutors in Turkistan Region uncovered three major schemes: 200 bln tenge funneled abroad, extortion from truckers, cigarette smuggling from Kyrgyzstan.
July 16, 2026
SpaceX unveils new Starlink V5 with speeds over 375 Mbps
SpaceX introduces Starlink V5 terminal with speeds over 375 Mbps, 35% smaller, 1.1 kg weight, 50% lower power consumption, wind resistance up to 265 km/h.
July 16, 2026
'The Batman 2' premiere pushed to 2028 as Warner Bros. delays release again
Warner Bros. delays ‘The Batman 2’ to February 2028. Director Matt Reeves shares first footage, and Scarlett Johansson joins the cast. Release pushed from 2026.
July 16, 2026
"Summer Girl": Liza Arzamasova Stuns in Romantic Daisy Photoshoot
Actress Liza Arzamasova, star of "Daddy's Daughters," shared a tender daisy-themed photoshoot on Instagram, captivating fans. Full story at infohub.kz.
July 16, 2026
Elon Musk Secretly Buys Gas Turbine Maker to Power Data Centers
Elon Musk secretly bought gas turbine maker APR Energy for $1B to power xAI data centers. Details of the deal and Mississippi lawsuits over mobile generators.
July 16, 2026
Mobile Internet Speed Drops Sharply in Kazakhstan, Global Ranking Slips
Kazakhstan's mobile internet speed dropped 12.1% in early 2026, sliding from 50th to 56th globally. The gap with Central Asian rivals narrows as world average rises.
July 16, 2026
Adverse weather conditions declared in five Kazakh cities
On April 29, unfavorable meteorological conditions (UMC) were declared in Aktobe, Almaty, Atyrau, Ridder, and Ust-Kamenogorsk. Possible air quality deterioration.
July 16, 2026
Russia Warns Europe of Real Threat of Massive Nuclear Incident
Russia warns Europe of nuclear incident threat after drone attacks on Zaporizhzhia NPP. Rosatom CEO: chief engineer killed, 13 killed, 48 wounded; IAEA condemns.
July 16, 2026
Kazakhstan Breaks 71-Year-Old Temperature Record
In June 2026, Kazakhstan broke multiple temperature records, including a 71-year-old record in Pavlodar, with highs up to +43°C and heavy rainfall exceeding norms by up to 5 times in some areas.
July 16, 2026
Kazakh Interior Ministry Urges Parents After 69 Children Drown
The Kazakh Interior Ministry warns parents after 69 children drowned since the start of swimming season. Main causes: unauthorized swimming. Safety tips offered.
July 16, 2026
From UAE to Germany: Almaty Region Goods Now Exported to 61 Countries
Almaty region exports to 61 countries; three-year volume $1.1 billion. Key partners: Uzbekistan, Turkey, UAE, Germany. Over 60% of exports are agricultural.
July 16, 2026
China car sales drop 23.4% in June, but exports surge 82%
In June 2026, China's new car sales dropped 23.4% due to weak consumer demand and subsidy cuts, but exports surged 82%, helping offset the domestic downturn.
July 16, 2026
US to Fully Withdraw Troops from Iraq
The US will fully withdraw all troops from Iraq by September 30. The decision was announced during Iraqi PM Ali az-Zeidi's visit to Washington. Read more at infohub.kz.
July 16, 2026
State budget revenues up 16%: results of new Tax Code
State budget revenues rose nearly 16% in the first half of 2026 thanks to the new Tax Code. VAT revenues increased almost 1.5 times, VAT payers reached 158,000.
July 16, 2026
Dollar Rate Reverses Direction: Kazakhstan Stock Exchange Trading Results
Following trading on the Kazakhstan Stock Exchange July 15, the dollar rate was 469.71 tenge. The euro and ruble also moved. Brent crude at $85.80 per barrel.
July 16, 2026
Kazakhstan to Consider Spelling Options for National Currency: 'teñge', 'tenge', 'tg' or '₸'
Kazakhstan considers spelling options for its currency: 'teñge', 'tenge', 'tg' or ₸. The Constitution mandates 'teñge', but abbreviation rules remain open.
July 16, 2026
Fire at holiday cottage in Karaganda region; no injuries reported
A fire at a recreation area in Karaganda region destroyed a guest cottage. No injuries reported as firefighters prevented spread. Cause under investigation.
July 16, 2026
April 29: International Dance Day and Key Events in Kazakhstan
April 29 marks International Dance Day, Immunology Day, Chemical Weapons Victims Memorial Day, and key events in Kazakhstan's history from 1911 to 2022.
July 16, 2026
Astana Residents Joke About Heat With Beer Cooler and 'Air-Fan' Jokes
Astana broke its 1992 temperature record at 39.5°C. Residents joke on social media: beer in the cooler, mock 'air-fans'.
July 16, 2026
Kazakh grandpa builds VIP camping for 14 grandchildren on Lake Alakol, wows the internet
A grandfather from Alakol district built a VIP camping site for his 14 grandchildren on the wild shore of Lake Alakol, equipping a bus, kitchen, and gym. Social media users are delighted.
July 16, 2026
Yulia Putintseva Reaches WTA Iasi Quarterfinals, Beats Ex-Russian Alina Charaeva
Kazakhstan's Yulia Putintseva advanced to the WTA Iasi quarterfinals with a 6-3, 6-3 win over Alina Charaeva. She will face the winner of Sherif/Quevedo.
July 16, 2026
Almaty Akimat Hides Scandalous AI Banners on Nazarbayev Street
Almaty Akimat has not replaced scandalous AI banners on Nazarbayev Street as promised. Some posters are covered, contractor warned. Full story at infohub.kz.
July 16, 2026
Almaty Woman Claims Unbuckled Items Caused Seatbelt Fine; Police Refute
A woman in Almaty claims she was fined for not wearing a seatbelt due to items on the seat. Police say video shows she was unbuckled. More on infohub.kz.