August 20, 2026
Rescuers evacuate tourist from 3,400 meters in mountains near Almaty
In the mountains near Almaty, rescuers evacuated a tourist from an altitude of 3,400 meters. The man could not descend on his own due to poor health.
August 20, 2026
Astana to Get Three New LRT Lines: Route Map
Astana plans three new LRT lines totaling 26.5 km: routes from Syganak to the station, along Aitmatov, and to Kosshy. Details on infohub.kz.
August 19, 2026
Astronomers Remind of September Meteor Showers
In September, two meteor showers are expected: Aurigids and September Epsilon Perseids. Learn when and how to watch the starfalls to not miss the main astronomical event of the month.
August 19, 2026
Over 20 Tons of Squid Spill onto Rhode Island Highway
Over 20 tons of squid spilled onto a Rhode Island highway after a truck overturned, closing the road for hours and leaving a smelly mess. The driver was fined.
August 19, 2026
Washington D.C. Sees 16,500 Arrests for Gun Crimes in a Year
In Washington D.C., over 16,500 arrests and 1,900 firearms seized in a year-long crackdown on illegal gun possession, as reported by infohub.kz.
August 19, 2026
Rescuers Find Missing Teens in Ayusai Gorge
Rescuers found two missing teenagers in the Ayusai Gorge near Almaty after they failed to return from a hike. Details and safety tips from the Ministry of Emergency Situations.
August 19, 2026
Body of Climber Missing for 19 Years Found in Kazakhstan
In Kazakhstan, the body of a climber missing for 19 years was found. The remains were identified by his daughter via a backpack. Details of the story.
August 19, 2026
Missing Teens Found in Almaty Mountains
Rescuers found two teenagers missing in the Almaty mountains. Details of the search and safety tips from the Ministry of Emergency Situations.
August 19, 2026
Large Fire in Karaganda Region Contained: 26 Water Drops from Helicopters
A large fire near Unirek village in Karaganda region contained: 650 hectares, 26 water drops from helicopters, 310 people and 44 units of equipment.
August 19, 2026
Kazakhstan Tightens Smartphone Sales Rules with New IMEI Requirements
Kazakhstan introduces new smartphone sales rules: mandatory IMEI registration, seller liability, and expanded consumer rights, effective tomorrow.
August 19, 2026
Body of Tourist Who Died in Mountains Evacuated in Almaty Region
In the mountains of the Talgar district, Almaty region, tourists found the body of an unknown person. Rescuers evacuated the deceased from an altitude of about 3,400 meters. Details on infohub.kz.
August 19, 2026
Kazakh citizen dies after fire at construction site in Omsk
A Kazakh citizen died after a fire at a construction site in Omsk. The man suffered burns to 70% of his body. Kazakhstan's MFA expressed condolences, and an investigation is underway.
August 19, 2026
All Private Homes in Shymkent to Switch to Smart Gas Meters by 2027
By 2027, all private homes in Shymkent will have smart gas meters. Installation is free, and data is transmitted automatically. Already 80,000 homes equipped.
August 19, 2026
Two More Streets in Almaty to Be Partially Closed for a Week
In Almaty, from August 20 to 26, Muratbayev and Kurmet streets will be partially closed for road repairs. Plan your route in advance. Details on infohub.kz.
August 19, 2026
New Entrance and Upgraded Terminal: What Changes at Almaty Airport
Almaty mayor Darkhan Satybaldy inspected the airport's modernization: reconstruction of the domestic terminal and construction of a new entrance group. Main works to be completed by end of September.
August 19, 2026
Kazakhstan Adds Criminal Liability Warnings to Boarding Passes
Kazakhstan airports add warnings on boarding passes about criminal liability for false bomb threats and prohibited items, starting in Astana, Almaty, Turkistan, and Karaganda.
August 19, 2026
Fraudster Found a Thousand Kilometers Away: Crime Solved in Kokshetau
In Kokshetau, cyber police solved an internet rental fraud. The suspect, located in Uralsk, a thousand kilometers away, defrauded a local resident of 30,000 tenge.
August 19, 2026
Ex-Head of Government Services Center Fined for Perfume Voucher Bribe
In Pavlodar, ex-head of Government for Citizens branch convicted for accepting 50,000 tenge perfume voucher bribe. Fines: 1.25M and 750K tenge.
August 19, 2026
Man detained in Almaty with 53 packets of unknown substance
In Almaty, a man was detained with 53 packets of unknown substance. A criminal case has been opened, and the suspect has been arrested.
August 19, 2026
Neighbors to Pay Kazakh Woman 100,000 Tenge Monthly
In Zhambyl region, neighbors will pay a woman 800,000 tenge for flooding her apartment. The court approved the mediation agreement, with monthly payments of 100,000 tenge.
August 19, 2026
Hackers Leak GTA 6 Footage in Protest Against Pre-Orders
Hackers from Cyberleek leaked GTA 6 footage to protest digital pre-orders. They demand publishers publicly acknowledge issues and fix them.
August 19, 2026
Xiaomi Unveils Interior of Skynomad N70 Max Hybrid SUV
Xiaomi reveals Skynomad N70 Max interior: 505 km electric range, 1,461 km combined, transformable cabin, 416 hp, priced at 259,900 yuan in China.
August 19, 2026
Qarmet introduces dry coal enrichment in Karaganda basin
Qarmet builds a dry coal enrichment complex at Shakhtinskaya mine, a first in the Karaganda basin, improving coal quality and reducing environmental impact.
August 19, 2026
Kazakhstan Expects No Coal Shortage — Transport Ministry
Kazakhstan has transported 19 million tons of coal since May, with reserves at TPPs and municipal sector formed. No deficit expected.
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