July 28, 2026
Wildfire in Semey Ormany reserve extinguished after nearly two weeks
A forest fire in Semey Ormany reserve, Abai region, Kazakhstan, was extinguished after 12 days. 190 children and 20 staff evacuated.
July 28, 2026
Fatal hit-and-run case in Kokshetau dropped against car owner
A criminal case against the owner of a car involved in a fatal hit-and-run in Kokshetau has been dropped under an amnesty. The driver received a 2.5-year prison sentence deferred.
July 28, 2026
Accused in Nurai Serikbay Murder Claims Victim Attacked Him First
Trial begins in Shymkent for murder of Nurai Serikbay. Accused claims victim attacked first, denies stalking, intent to kill, blames memory loss on head injury.
July 28, 2026
New Transit Rules for Carriers Take Effect in Kazakhstan from July 31, 2026
From July 31, 2026, Kazakhstan will expand the use of navigation seals for goods transiting the Eurasian Economic Union, covering road and rail transport.
July 28, 2026
Blackout and 40,000 complaints: What's happening with Atyrau's power system
Atyrau blackout on July 28: causes, 40,000 complaints, capacity shortage, and governor's statements. Read about power supply details in Atyrau on infohub.kz.
July 28, 2026
Former Astana ambulance station director gets 9 years for embezzling 443 mln tenge
Former Astana ambulance station director sentenced to 9 years for embezzling 443 million tenge. Two accomplices also got prison terms. Full story on infohub.kz.
July 28, 2026
Heavy Rain Floods Streets of Ust-Kamenogorsk, Damaging Cars
A heavy rainstorm on July 28 flooded streets in Ust-Kamenogorsk, damaging cars and disrupting traffic. Residents abandoned vehicles; city pumps water at three locations.
July 28, 2026
Nurlan Sergaliyev, Rector of West Kazakhstan State University, Detained
Nurlan Sergaliyev, rector of West Kazakhstan State Univ., detained. Ministry of Science and Higher Education, KNB confirm. Gulzhakhan Kaisagaliyeva acting rector.
July 28, 2026
Almaty Recovers Land, Building of Former Railway Hospital Worth Over 2 Billion Tenge
The Almaty prosecutor's office recovered land and a building of the former railway hospital worth over 2 billion tenge after court rulings invalidated 2018 deals that bypassed property laws.
July 28, 2026
Man in Semey accused of murdering wife with baseball bat, 28 blows
A man in Semey is on trial for murdering his wife with a baseball bat after she sought a divorce. Relatives say he struck her about 28 times. Trial ongoing.
July 28, 2026
Kanye West bringing over 100 tons of equipment for world-class show in Almaty
Kanye West brings over 100 tons of equipment to Almaty for August 14 concert. 360-degree stage, half of tickets sold. Organizers promise full-scale show.
July 28, 2026
Kazakhstan reports 5 imported dengue cases; health ministry issues travel advice
Five imported dengue cases recorded in Kazakhstan since early 2026. Health officials advise travelers on prevention and symptoms. Learn protective measures.
July 28, 2026
AltynGroup to Mine 1,782 kg of Gold at Former Semipalatinsk Test Site
AltynGroup Kazakhstan plans to extract 1,782 kg of gold from Mailykara deposit at former Semipalatinsk test site. Mining safe after Ecoexpert report.
July 28, 2026
Kazakh Deputy Known for Lexus 777 Scandal Now Accused of Rape
District deputy Yergali Amanbayev, linked to a Lexus 777 scandal, now faces rape allegations involving a Chinese woman. He is in custody; investigation ongoing.
July 28, 2026
Scientists Discover How Cancer Disables Immune System in Seconds
Oxford researchers have discovered nanoscale contact points where cancer cells suppress the immune response in seconds, potentially leading to new immunotherapy drugs targeting PD-1.
July 28, 2026
Shymkent Airport Accident: Military Unit Blamed for Jackal Strike on Plane
A military unit was held responsible after a FlyArystam plane struck a jackal on the runway at Shymkent Airport due to faulty fencing, per investigation.
July 28, 2026
Kazhydromet warns of air pollution in five Kazakh cities on July 28
On July 28, unfavorable weather conditions in Almaty, Aktobe, Balkhash, and at night in Astana and Kostanay will cause air pollution, warns Kazhydromet.
July 28, 2026
Heavy truck traffic restricted in East Kazakhstan due to heatwave
Due to 40°C heat, heavy truck traffic is restricted until 9 PM in East Kazakhstan to protect road surfaces. Similar measures in Zhambyl, Pavlodar, and Turkestan regions.
July 28, 2026
Ice chunk strikes woman in Pavlodar, police launch criminal case
In Pavlodar, a young mother with her child was struck by falling ice. Police opened a criminal case, reviewing footage and witnesses to find the culprit.
July 28, 2026
Mass Sushi Poisoning in Boralday: Violations and Closure
Mass sushi poisoning in Boralday: E. coli and staph found. Dozens hospitalized, 65 poisoned. Inspectors found insects, unsanitary conditions. Sushi bar closed, victims discharged. Details at infohub.kz.
July 28, 2026
Young man dies rescuing drowning person at Kapshagai Reservoir
A young man from Konayev died trying to save a drowning person at Kapshagai Reservoir. Akim Askhat Berdikhanov offered condolences, praising his courage.
July 27, 2026
ChatGPT Provided Instructions for Creating Biological Weapons After Update
ChatGPT gave detailed instructions on biological weapons and toxins after a 2025 update. OpenAI blocked users, but US lacks laws restricting such queries.
July 27, 2026
Ice chunk falls on mother with stroller in Pavlodar, criminal case opened
In Pavlodar on July 8, a chunk of ice fell on a mother with a stroller, causing head injury. Police opened a criminal case and are searching for suspect.
July 27, 2026
Mother of Disabled Woman Demands Trial After Rape in Almaty
Mother of disabled Almaty woman seeks trial after daughter raped thrice by online acquaintance. Police closed case, mother fights for justice. More on infohub.kz.
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