August 18, 2026
Kazakh man extradited from Russia over $500,000 and 93 mln tenge fraud
A Kazakh citizen has been extradited from Russia on charges of large-scale fraud involving $500,000 and 93 million tenge.
August 18, 2026
Bus Driver Reports Bribe That Never Happened: What Happened Next
A bus driver in Akmola region made a false report to 102 about a bribe from patrol officers. Police identified the caller and held him accountable.
August 18, 2026
Wladimir Klitschko Breaks Silence on Death of Ex-Fiancée Hayden Panettiere
Wladimir Klitschko breaks silence on the death of ex-fiancée Hayden Panettiere, expressing condolences and promising their daughter Kaya to honor her mother's memory.
August 18, 2026
Construction of $200M Humanoid Robot Plant Starts in Astana
Astana launches construction of QAZBOT, Kazakhstan's first humanoid robot and AI facility, with $200M first-phase investment.
August 18, 2026
Krutoy Shows Archive Photos with Dimash and Alex Lim Before New Wave
Igor Krutoy shared archive photos with Dimash and Alex Lim before New Wave 2026. The contest will be held in Kazan from August 20 to 26.
August 18, 2026
Trial Begins in Astana Over Death of Paramedic Uldana Myrzuan
Trial begins in Astana over the death of paramedic Uldana Myrzuan, who was killed by a falling air conditioner. Details of the hearing and reactions.
August 18, 2026
BYD Da Han: Pre-orders for flagship sedan start August 21
BYD's flagship sedan Da Han opens pre-orders on August 21 at the Chengdu Auto Show. Features include up to 1,008 km range, 764 hp, and 9-minute fast charging.
August 18, 2026
Body of Missing Man Found in Irtysh River in Pavlodar Region
In the Pavlodar region, the body of a man missing since August 15 was found in the Irtysh River. Rescuers discovered it near the village of Sychevka. Details of the search and circumstances of death.
August 18, 2026
Hayden Panettiere's Autopsy Finds No Trauma, Cause of Death Pending
Autopsy on Hayden Panettiere found no trauma, cause of death pending. Investigation continues as family mourns the 36-year-old actress.
August 18, 2026
Dutch Scientists Create Screw-Shaped Robot to Deliver Treatment to Brain Tumors
Dutch researchers have developed a screw-shaped robot that can deliver drugs to brain tumors without opening the skull. The technology has been tested on sheep brain tissue.
August 18, 2026
Crossover Hangs Between Trees After Crash in China
In Chongqing, a crossover hung between trees after a crash. Two people were rescued by firefighters. Details on infohub.kz
August 18, 2026
Kazakh Ministry Asks Security Service to Probe $500K Language Game
Kazakhstan's Ministry of Science and Higher Education has initiated a probe into the developers of the Steppe Rider language game, which cost 241 million tenge, and has sent requests to the National Security Committee and economic investigations department.
August 18, 2026
Kokshetau Woman Injured in Game Club: Criminal Case Opened
In Kokshetau, a woman suffered a spinal injury at a game club. Police have launched an investigation into the provision of unsafe services.
August 18, 2026
Canadian detained in Almaty for insulting UN employee
A Canadian citizen was arrested in Almaty for insulting a UN employee. The incident occurred on Abylai Khan Avenue. Details on infohub.kz
August 18, 2026
Beatles Biopic Recreates Iconic Abbey Road Cover
The Beatles biopic recreates the iconic Abbey Road cover. Actors cross the famous zebra crossing, mirroring the 1969 photo. Directed by Sam Mendes, films due in 2028.
August 18, 2026
Magnetic Storm Suddenly Hits Earth
A planet-wide magnetic storm suddenly hit Earth on August 18. Scientists report a weak G1 storm that began at 9-10 a.m. Astana time. Details on infohub.kz.
August 18, 2026
Kazakh Airlines Extend Dubai Flight Suspension to End of September
Kazakh airlines Air Astana and FlyArystan extend suspension of flights to Dubai until September 30, 2026, due to unstable situation in the Middle East. Passengers offered rebooking and refund options.
August 18, 2026
Bektenov Orders Completion of Repairs in 106 Schools by September 1
Kazakh PM Bektenov orders completion of repairs in 106 schools by Sept 1, plus purchase of 500 subject classrooms. Details on infohub.kz.
August 18, 2026
Geely to Produce Zeekr at Volvo Plants in Europe from 2028
Geely plans to produce premium Zeekr and Lynk & Co models at Volvo's European plants starting in 2028. Learn about the Chinese automaker's expansion plans.
August 18, 2026
Court in Taraz Orders Car Mechanic to Pay 3.7M Tenge for Skipping Work
A court in Taraz ordered a car mechanic to pay 3.7 million tenge for breaching a joint venture agreement by skipping work without notice.
August 18, 2026
Historian: In the Golden Horde, bribes were seen as ordinary gifts
Kazakh historian Zhaksylyk Sabitov says that in the Golden Horde, bribes were considered ordinary gifts and used to resolve political issues.
August 18, 2026
Can You Live with a Bunion Without Surgery? Orthopedist Answers
Orthopedist Sergey Krasilnikov explains if you can live with a bunion without surgery, what methods slow progression, and when surgery might be avoided.
August 18, 2026
Aktobe Nightclub Raid: 17 Detained, Drugs and Weapons Seized
In Aktobe, police raided a nightclub, seizing drugs, a knuckle duster, knives, and hookahs. 17 people were detained, and violations were found.
August 18, 2026
Kazakhstan Court Drops Case Against Prisoner Over 27 Disciplinary Actions
Kazakhstan's Cassation Court terminated the criminal case of a convict who received 27 disciplinary sanctions in 4 months, ruling the administration's demands unlawful.
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