
Kazakhstan Threatens to Revoke Licenses of Builders After Worker Deaths
Kazakhstan's labor ministry launches unscheduled inspections after tower crane incidents kill two in Astana; threatens license revocation for repeat offenders.

Kazakhstan's labor ministry launches unscheduled inspections after tower crane incidents kill two in Astana; threatens license revocation for repeat offenders.

Kazakhstan's Labor Ministry tightens construction safety controls in Astana after two tower crane collapses killed two people, with unscheduled inspections and legal measures planned.

A plane carrying US Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin made an emergency landing after an engine failure. All 14 aboard were safe.

Hackers claim to have stolen over 150 million driver's license photos from a verification service, raising identity theft and fraud risks.

GLP-1 agonists used for diabetes and obesity show potential in reducing cravings for alcohol, nicotine, and opioids, according to a new study.

SWAN study shows gut barrier markers rise 2.5 years before menopause, causing inflammation. Probiotics may help prevent gut changes.

In the Akmola region, a drunk driver with three children crashed into a private house. The children were injured, and the man faces punishment.

Storm warning issued in Kazakhstan for September 3: frost, fog, dust storms and high fire danger expected. Details on infohub.kz.

A 62-year-old man in Pavlodar was sentenced to 20 years for the rape and murder of an elderly woman 14 years ago. DNA analysis led to his conviction.

Police in Kyzylorda punished a group of drivers for dangerous driving after a video of their antics surfaced online. The offenders were identified via social media monitoring.

Court in Astana showed video of facade collapse in case of paramedic Ulbala Myrzuan's death. Details on infohub.kz.

From September 1, 2026, Kazakhstani citizens in Moscow and the region will switch to a new migration registration procedure via the Amina app. Details in the article.

In Ridder, residents discovered fresh bear tracks. Authorities dispatched a response team to patrol and scare off predators, with work ongoing around the clock.

A young woman on a Mangistau-Almaty train was harassed by an elderly man. The suspect was detained and faces administrative charges. Details on infohub.kz.

In Petropavlovsk, police found two foreigners working illegally in a cafe. They and their employer face penalties. Regional stats show 1,236 foreigners fined this year.

A Kazakhstan resident was refunded 593,356 tenge for canceled Astana-Dubai flights. The airline canceled three times but refused refunds. Consumer protection helped.

Almaty Metro Construction, builder of the city's metro, posted a loss of 866.9 million tenge in 2025 and owes subcontractors 2.3 billion tenge. Details in the article.

Kazakhstan's KNB confirms notification of Uzbek side in case of professor Koraboev, but declines to reveal investigation details. More on infohub.kz.

Kazakhstan's Energy Ministry proposes revising price caps for 60 power producers. Draft order open for public comment until Sept 6, 2026.

In Petropavlovsk, a suspect has been detained for 37 fraud cases at a car repair shop. Residents of North Kazakhstan Region paid up to 1.5 million tenge for repairs but received no services.

Court hears technical findings on Astana building with collapsed facade: 40% wall wear, major repairs needed. Expert report reveals cracks, masonry issues, and 31% overall wear.

Cher accuses daughter-in-law Marieangela King of exploiting son Elijah Blue Allman's financial and mental struggles, obstructing his treatment and guardianship.

A resident of the collapsed building in Astana tells of cracks, inaction, and fear for life after the facade fell, killing a paramedic.

Chinese startup CoolFly unveils the Urban, a standing electric drone with speeds up to 70 km/h, for pilots up to 90 kg, priced from 6.3 million tenge.