August 24, 2026
Haval H9 Gets Factory Off-Road Power Soul Edition
Haval H9 Power Soul Edition: factory off-road version with locks, snorkel, and roof rack. Priced from 214,900 yuan in China, from 23.2 million tenge in Kazakhstan.
August 24, 2026
Chinese Robot 'Lightning' Breaks Usain Bolt's 100m Record
Chinese robot 'Lightning' ran 100m in 9.32 seconds, breaking Usain Bolt's record. Details from the World Robot Games in Beijing.
August 24, 2026
Fatal Crash in Semey: SUV Overturns on Bridge
Fatal crash in Semey: Mitsubishi Pajero and Lada Priora collide on suspension bridge, one dead. Details and video from the scene.
August 24, 2026
Almaty Driver Banned for Drunk Driving Caught Breaking Traffic Rules Again
In Almaty, a driver previously banned for drunk driving was caught again after making an illegal U-turn across double solid lines. The car was impounded.
August 24, 2026
Drunk Woman Without License Drives Friends Home, Detained in Akmola Region
A woman in Akmola region was detained for drunk driving without a license after driving friends home. Incident occurred in Bulandy village.
August 24, 2026
Kazakhstan to Introduce Mandatory Health Insurance for Foreign Tourists
Kazakhstan plans to introduce mandatory health insurance for foreign tourists. The policy will cover emergency care and repatriation. Details on infohub.kz.
August 24, 2026
Father in East Kazakhstan Suspected of Raping Daughter Since Age Six
A man in East Kazakhstan is suspected of raping his daughter since she was six. He has been detained, and a criminal case has been opened. Details on infohub.kz.
August 24, 2026
Man falls through pavement in Pavlodar, suffers scalding burns
A man in Pavlodar fell through the ground into boiling water, suffering severe burns. The incident occurred on Dyusenov Street; the victim was hospitalized.
August 24, 2026
150,000 Dangerous SMS in Four Days: Criminal Scheme Uncovered in Astana
Astana police uncover a phishing SMS scheme sending 150,000 messages in four days. Four suspects arrested, SMS blaster seized.
August 24, 2026
Almaty Power Outages: Causes Revealed by Energy Company
Almaty power outages explained: rising consumption, aging infrastructure, cable damage. Alatau Zharyk Kompaniyasy plans to reduce network wear to 59.6% by 2030.
August 24, 2026
US Visa Ban Lifted: What It Means for Kazakhstanis
A New York court lifted the US immigrant visa ban for 75 countries. Expert Angelina Kim explains what Kazakhstanis should do and what to expect.
August 24, 2026
Another 9/11 Victim Identified in New York After 25 Years
A 9/11 victim identified in New York after 25 years using forensic genetic genealogy, marking the 1,654th identification from the World Trade Center.
August 24, 2026
US Box Office Surpasses $7 Billion Since Start of Year
US box office surpasses $7 billion in 2026, up 20% from last year. Analysts predict a record year for the film industry.
August 24, 2026
Deadly Fire in Almaty Residential Complex: Condition of Victims
Six people injured in a fire at a residential complex in Almaty, four hospitalized. One woman died. Details on the condition of the victims.
August 24, 2026
Bear attacks beekeeper in East Kazakhstan
A bear attacked a 58-year-old beekeeper in East Kazakhstan. The man survived thanks to companions. Inspectors eliminated the animal. Cause: poor harvest of berries and nuts.
August 24, 2026
Chinese Tourists Lost in Kazakhstan on Way to Spain
Chinese tourists heading to Spain got lost at night in Zhambyl region and damaged a wheel. Police helped, replaced the wheel, and corrected their route.
August 24, 2026
Dust Storm and Squally Wind Hit Almaty
On August 24, a strong wind brought dust and reduced visibility in Almaty. Forecasters warn of further weather deterioration on August 25.
August 24, 2026
Tole Bi Street Closure in Almaty Drags On, Worsening Traffic
Almaty's Tole Bi Street closure extended due to unforeseen works, worsening traffic. When will it reopen? Details inside.
August 24, 2026
Hyundai Unveils Off-Road Tucson XRT Version
Hyundai unveils off-road Tucson XRT: aggressive design, protective cladding, increased trunk, and off-road-ready interior. Details on infohub.kz.
August 24, 2026
Tokayev Meets Winners of International Olympiads
President Tokayev met with winners of international Olympiads, congratulating them on their achievements and emphasizing the importance of education for Kazakhstan's future.
August 24, 2026
Lea Salonga to Become First Filipina with Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
Lea Salonga becomes the first Filipina to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for live performance. Ceremony at Pantages Theatre.
August 24, 2026
New Geely Atlas Gets 313 HP and a Hybrid Without a Plug
Geely unveils hybrid Boyue L i-HEV with 313 hp and no plug-in needed. The crossover is larger than the Atlas, features AR-HUD and a new interior. Details on infohub.kz.
August 24, 2026
Point-Blank Shooting: Aktau Bar Conflict Ends in Gunfire and Court
In Aktau, a local resident is on trial for a bar shooting: the prosecutor's office completed the investigation, charges under Article 293 of the Criminal Code of Kazakhstan, up to 7 years in prison.
August 24, 2026
Joint Drawing Reveals How Strangers Become Friends
Study shows how brain synchronization changes during joint drawing: increases among peers, decreases in cross-generational pairs, yet bonds strengthen.
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