September 8, 2026
Woman in Almaty Caught with 2.5 kg of Drugs and Hundreds of Stashes
In Almaty, a woman was detained on suspicion of drug distribution. She had 2.5 kg of narcotics and 150 stashes. A criminal case has been opened.
September 8, 2026
Changan UNI-S Arrives in Kazakhstan with All-Wheel Drive
Changan UNI-S gets type approval for Kazakhstan, offered with FWD and AWD, 1.5L turbo (181 hp), modern features. Official distributor Astana Motors.
September 8, 2026
Chinese company plans to launch gas power plant in southern Kazakhstan in 2027
China-linked GES Myrzatai plans to build a 50 MW gas power plant in Zhambyl region by 2027, with a high-voltage line to connect it to the grid.
September 8, 2026
Japanese Ramen Chain Ajisen Ramen to Enter Kazakhstan
Shin-Line will develop the franchise of Japanese ramen chain Ajisen Ramen in Kazakhstan, planning to open up to 50 restaurants by 2031.
September 8, 2026
Atyrau Region Resident Fined for Damaging SUV with Stone
In Atyrau region, a man was fined 151,375 tenge for breaking the windows of a Toyota Fortuner with a stone. The court found him guilty under Article 147-1.
September 8, 2026
Til Schweiger Arrives in Almaty for Filming with Jackie Chan
Til Schweiger arrives in Almaty for filming 'Armour of God: Ultimatum' with Jackie Chan. Details and video on infohub.kz.
September 8, 2026
Foreigner Removed from Tbilisi-Astana Flight for Vaping Onboard
A foreign national was removed from a Tbilisi-Astana flight for vaping in the lavatory. Police remind that smoking e-cigarettes onboard is banned and poses a safety risk.
September 8, 2026
SHINee's Taemin to Hold First Solo Concert in Almaty
SHINee's Taemin will perform his first solo concert in Almaty on December 6 at Almaty Arena as part of his LiMiNaL world tour.
September 8, 2026
Kazakhstanis Defrauded of 2.3 Million Tenge in Fake Driver's License Scheme
A fraudster deceived six Astana residents out of 2.3 million tenge by promising to help obtain driver's licenses. He was sentenced to 3.5 years of restricted freedom.
September 8, 2026
Starlink satellite internet to be installed on 124 Kazakh trains by end of September
By end of September, Starlink satellite internet will be available on 124 passenger trains across 50 routes in Kazakhstan, with speeds up to 100 Mbps and free basic messaging.
September 8, 2026
Case of scandalous wedding toast sent to court in Turkestan region
Criminal case against 66-year-old man for scandalous wedding toast in Turkestan region sent to court. Details of incident and reaction.
September 8, 2026
Traffic Restrictions on Almaty-Bishkek Highway Until End of 2026
From September 11, large vehicles face restrictions on the Almaty-Bishkek highway due to construction until end of 2026.
September 8, 2026
Eiffel Tower Closed After Hindu Delegation's Demand to Limit Women's Presence
The Eiffel Tower was closed on September 7 due to a staff strike caused by a Hindu delegation's request to limit women's presence. Details on infohub.kz.
September 8, 2026
Audi Unveils A2 e-tron with 646 km Range
Audi unveils A2 e-tron with 12.8 kWh/100 km consumption, up to 646 km range, priced from €38,200. Production in Ingolstadt, sales start December 2026.
September 8, 2026
US Foster Mother Swaps Girl for Monkey
In Missouri, a 70-year-old woman was given probation for swapping her foster daughter for a monkey. The judge replaced a 7-year prison term with 3 years of probation.
September 8, 2026
Astana resident defrauds six citizens of 2.3 million tenge promising driver's licenses
A resident of Astana defrauded six citizens of 2.3 million tenge, promising to help obtain driver's licenses. The court sentenced him to restriction of liberty for 3.5 years.
September 8, 2026
Kazakh Content in Tengiz, Kashagan, Karachaganak: Plans and Reality
Kazakhstan's Energy Ministry plans to replace foreign workers with locals under IMC, but Tengiz, Kashagan, and Karachaganak are exempt. Learn more.
September 8, 2026
Which Kazakhstan trains already have Starlink internet
Starlink satellite internet is now available in 59 trains in Kazakhstan. Find out which routes are covered and how many trains will be connected by September 2026.
September 8, 2026
Seven-Seat Changan CS75 Pro to Be Produced in Kazakhstan
Changan CS75 Pro gets approval for production in Kazakhstan. Seven-seat crossover to be assembled in Almaty. Details on specs and features.
September 8, 2026
How Heart and Lung Rhythms Shape Our Sense of Self
A new study reveals that consciousness emerges from rhythmic interactions between the brain and internal organs, reshaping our understanding of the self.
September 8, 2026
GLP-1 Drugs Cut Asthma Attacks by Nearly 40% in Overweight Patients
Study shows GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide and liraglutide reduce asthma attacks by up to 40% in obese patients with diabetes, according to research presented at the European Respiratory Society Congress.
September 8, 2026
Xiaomi unveils unusual 18 Fold clamshell with new processor
Xiaomi unveils the 18 Fold foldable smartphone with dual screens, the new XRING O3 processor, and a 200MP camera. Learn more about the device.
September 8, 2026
AI-Developed Lung Fibrosis Drug Shows Signs of Rejuvenation
AI-developed lung fibrosis drug rentosertib shows signs of rejuvenation: patients' biological age dropped by 3-6 years. Details of the study.
September 8, 2026
Expert Highlights Key Advantages of Chevrolet Cobalt in Kazakhstan
Auto expert Farukhdin Yakubov explains why the Chevrolet Cobalt is a rational choice in Kazakhstan: simple design, cheap maintenance, and a galvanized body. Owners' opinions vary.
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