September 1, 2026
29 residential complexes in Almaty may face power cuts over debts
In Almaty and the region, 29 residential complexes may face power cuts due to debts totaling 34 billion tenge. Energosbyt starts disconnections from June 8.
September 1, 2026
Simple Waist Measurement Identifies Health Risks
Rutgers study finds simple waist measurement effectively detects obesity and health risks, matching complex methods. Could change clinical guidelines.
September 1, 2026
Kazakhstan Tightens Control Over 'Gray' Car Imports from September 1
Kazakhstan tightens control over 'gray' car imports from September 1, without raising duties. New measures target illegal imports and fraud. Details on infohub.kz.
September 1, 2026
App Store Chief Phil Schiller Steps Down Amid Apple Leadership Shake-Up
Phil Schiller, head of Apple's App Store, is stepping down as Tim Cook hands over CEO role to John Ternus, marking a major leadership transition at Apple.
September 1, 2026
Scientists Uncover Why the Liver Loses Its Ability to Regenerate After Alcohol Damage
Scientists found that inflammation blocks liver cell regeneration in alcoholic damage by disrupting RNA splicing. This discovery could lead to new treatments.
September 1, 2026
Scientists Debunk 'Reptilian Brain' Theory, Reveal New Evolutionary Principles
Scientists debunk the 'reptilian brain' theory: brain evolution is based on competition between connection types, not layering logic over emotions. Study of 182 animal species.
September 1, 2026
Three railway stations modernized in Abai region
Railway stations at Ushbiik, Zharma, and Shar in the Abai region have reopened after modernization, part of a nationwide program to upgrade 124 stations.
September 1, 2026
Tim Cook Steps Down as Apple CEO After 15 Years
Tim Cook steps down as Apple CEO after 15 years, handing over to John Ternus. Cook becomes executive chairman. New iPhone expected September 9.
August 31, 2026
Missing Boy Found Alive in Almaty Mountains After Day-Long Search
A boy born in 2015, missing in the Ayusai Gorge near Almaty, was found alive after a day-long search involving about 160 people, including rescuers, volunteers, and aviation.
August 31, 2026
Almaty resident fined for spreading fake military draft claims
A resident of Almaty was fined for spreading false information about military conscription. The Ministry of Defense urges relying on official sources.
August 31, 2026
346 kg of drugs seized in Aktobe region since start of Karasora-2026
Since the start of Karasora-2026, 346 kg of drugs seized in Aktobe region, 5,855 hemp bushes destroyed, 650 suspicious bank cards identified.
August 31, 2026
Large Batch of Synthetic Drugs Seized at Petropavlovsk Checkpoint
Police in North Kazakhstan prevented the smuggling of 120 grams of synthetic drug α-PvP into Petropavlovsk. A 42-year-old man from Zhambyl region was detained; he faces up to 12 years in prison.
August 31, 2026
Man with knife detained in Almaty, handed over to doctors
In Almaty, police detained a man with a knife, handed him to medics, and hospitalized him. Details of the incident and police response.
August 31, 2026
Ust-Kamenogorsk May Revive Asia Auto Plant with Dongfeng
Ust-Kamenogorsk may revive Asia Auto plant with Dongfeng. Memorandum signed, considering production of auto components and special vehicles.
August 31, 2026
Former Tax Official Transfers Poultry Farm Stake to Forbes-Listed Millionaire to Settle Debt
Former tax official Kairat Ashuyev transferred a 92.65% stake in the Zhetysu poultry farm to Aitas KZ to settle a debt with millionaire Serik Tolukpayev, a Forbes-listed businessman.
August 31, 2026
Expired Baby Food Jar Costs Atyrau Store Nearly 5 Million Tenge
A store in Atyrau was fined 4.8 million tenge for selling one jar of expired baby food. The court reduced the initial fine by 30%.
August 31, 2026
Dimash Announces Hiatus Until October, New World Tour
Dimash Kudaibergen announced a pause until October and a new world tour after a concert in Karaganda. Details on infohub.kz.
August 31, 2026
Astana resident suspected in 20 real estate fraud cases
A 35-year-old man in Astana is suspected of 20 real estate frauds, promising apartments at low rates but spending money on himself.
August 31, 2026
Dust Storm Blankets Almaty: City in Gray Haze
Dust storm hits Almaty, turning the city gray. Residents share footage, forecasters had predicted rain. Details and weather forecast on infohub.kz.
August 31, 2026
Wedding motorcade in southern Kazakhstan: 15 people held accountable
In the Kyzylorda region, 15 participants of a wedding motorcade were held accountable for gross traffic violations: driving into oncoming traffic, using pyrotechnics, and creating emergency situations.
August 31, 2026
Astana Police Arrest Suspect in 7 Million Tenge Fraud Scheme
Astana police arrest a 20-year-old suspect in a fraud scheme that defrauded a citizen of 7 million tenge. The suspect acted as a courier for 'droppers.' Police urge caution.
August 31, 2026
Crane Collapse in Astana Kills One, Injures Two
In Astana, a construction crane collapsed at a residential complex, killing one and injuring two. A criminal case has been opened, and circumstances are being investigated.
August 31, 2026
Confiscated Lexus LX 570 in Almaty Metro Embezzlement Case to Be Transferred to Security Forces
Confiscated Lexus LX 570 from Almaty metro embezzlement case auctioned for transfer to security forces. Vehicle valued at 20.1 million tenge, auction set for September 1, 2026.
August 31, 2026
Astana Residents Fear Building Collapse After Paramedic's Death
Residents of an Astana building where paramedic Uldana Myrzuan died fear collapse due to cracks and shifting panels, demanding urgent inspection.
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