August 7, 2026
Ancient and Modern Microbes Found on Ice Mummy Ötzi
Scientists found ancient gut bacteria and modern cold-loving yeasts on the 5,300-year-old ice mummy Ötzi, offering a unique glimpse into the past microbiome.
August 7, 2026
Nurai Serikbai murder: father of defendant berates son for 'shaming family'
In Shymkent court, a transcript of a call between defendant Aymakhan and his father was read, where the father berated him for the murder of Nurai Serikbai. Details on infohub.kz.
August 7, 2026
Night Shift Work Raises Long COVID Risk by 88%, Study Finds
Night shift work may increase long COVID risk by 88%, and chronic insomnia by 42%, according to a study of 2,941 adults. Disrupted circadian rhythms may impair immune recovery.
August 7, 2026
Comedian Semyon Slepakov faces up to two years in Russian penal colony
A Moscow court held a hearing in absentia in the criminal case against comedian Semyon Slepakov, accused of evading foreign agent duties. He faces up to two years in prison.
August 7, 2026
Atyrau Refinery Appoints New General Director
Muratjan Musaybekov appointed as General Director of Atyrau Oil Refinery. Decision made at extraordinary meeting. Details on infohub.kz.
August 7, 2026
Kazakhstan's Steel 'Anti-Yurt' Debuts at Europe's Largest Art Park
Kazakhstan's 'anti-yurt' made of corten steel appears at Europe's largest art park. Discover the 'ghostly yurt' project at the Archstoyanie festival.
August 7, 2026
AI Uncovers 75-Year-Old Errors in Scientific Reference Books
AI uncovers 75-year-old errors in chemical reference books, aiding scientists in verifying scientific literature and finding inaccuracies.
August 7, 2026
Kazakh Railways Denies Child Labor Claims at Almaty-1 Station Renovation
Kazakhstan Temir Zholy denies child labor allegations at Almaty-1 station renovation, stating hiring is contractor's responsibility. The station is being modernized.
August 7, 2026
Temirtau residents defend tank in courtyard; mayor comments
Temirtau residents protest against dismantling of a tank in their courtyard. Mayor Sapar Satayev says removal is not planned, but improvement may occur in 2027.
August 7, 2026
Amazon to Release Documentary Series on Melania Trump After Film Flop
Amazon will release a documentary series about Melania Trump after the failure of the film. The series will offer a new perspective on the first lady's life and the early months of the Trump administration.
August 7, 2026
Ecology Inspectors Find Waste Violations at Tengiz; TCO Disputes
Kazakh environmental inspectors found waste storage violations at Tengiz; TCO disputes the findings and has initiated a pre-trial appeal. Details on infohub.kz.
August 7, 2026
Case of Paramedic Uldana Myrzuan's Death Sent to Court
The criminal case into the death of paramedic Uldana Myrzuan has been sent to court. The pre-trial investigation is complete; the hearing date is yet to be set. Details inside.
August 7, 2026
New General Director Appointed at Atyrau Oil Refinery
Muratjan Musaibekov appointed as General Director of Atyrau Oil Refinery. KazMunayGas sets new tasks for operational efficiency and environmental projects.
August 7, 2026
Wildberries Sellers Find Their 'Burned' Goods on AliExpress
Wildberries sellers discover their 'burned' goods on AliExpress. Learn how products ended up on another platform and what it means for Kazakhstanis.
August 7, 2026
Man Falls from Elevator in Aktobe Region, Challenges Investigation Results
In the Aktobe region, a gas-electric welder fell from an elevator, suffered severe injuries, and challenged the investigation results. The court found the employer 100% at fault.
August 7, 2026
China's AI Boom Nearly Doubles Hong Kong Data Center Prices
Chinese tech giants and startups have driven a 90% surge in Hong Kong data center rental prices since early 2026, reaching $180 per kilowatt.
August 7, 2026
Kazakhstan Braces for New Heat Wave: Up to +41°C This Weekend
Forecasters warn: from August 8 to 10, Kazakhstan will face a new heat wave. Temperatures may reach +41°C. Details on infohub.kz.
August 7, 2026
Bitanga Restaurant in Almaty Reopens After Scandals and Closures
Bitanga restaurant in Almaty reopens at Dostyk Plaza after scandals and closures. Former employees claim unpaid wages. New owner distances from past debts.
August 7, 2026
Top managers of Almaty region HPP received over 100 million tenge
Top management of Moinak HPP received 101 million tenge for 2025. Three chairmen changed. Net profit increased by 12.1%.
August 7, 2026
Brain After Strokes: Doctor Shows Consequences of Untreated Hypertension
Doctor Zhibek Zholdasova shows on MRI how untreated hypertension leads to mini-strokes and dementia. Learn why daily medication is crucial.
August 7, 2026
Startup Pays Volunteers $50 to Train AI to Read Minds
A startup pays volunteers $50 for brain activity data to train AI to read minds. Experts warn of privacy risks.
August 7, 2026
13 Detained in Kyzylorda Region for Illegal Gold Mining
In the Kyzylorda region, 13 people were detained for illegal gold mining. More than 500 grams of gold-bearing raw materials, equipment, and weapons were seized.
August 7, 2026
Removable Batteries Return: Why Makers Dropped Them and What Changes by 2027
Discover why removable batteries vanished from smartphones and how new EU rules will bring them back by 2027. Details in the article on infohub.kz.
August 7, 2026
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Sets Record with $500M US Opening Week
Spider-Man: Brand New Day, starring Tom Holland, grossed over $500M in the US in a week, setting a record, and $1B worldwide in six days.
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