
Former Hotel of Kairat Satybaldyuly in Almaty to Become IT Hub, Not Demolished
Almaty akimat denies demolition of former hotel owned by Kairat Satybaldyuly; building to be renovated into IT hub. Details and case history inside.

Almaty akimat denies demolition of former hotel owned by Kairat Satybaldyuly; building to be renovated into IT hub. Details and case history inside.

On September 1, the Almaty metro saw a sharp rise in passenger traffic: about 40,000 people were transported in the first half of the day. Details on infohub.kz.

Scientists discovered how plants predict seasons using epigenetic memory and a built-in biochemical meter, ignoring random temperature fluctuations.

The abandoned hotel near the Esentai River in Almaty will be renovated into an IT hub, not demolished. The investor will fund repairs, and the building will be handed over to the Digitalization Department.

Kazakhstan's Interior Ministry, as part of an international operation, dismantled a drug cartel that recruited people via fake job ads. Suspects detained, drugs seized.

Berkeley scientists explain why humans see the world in four pure colors: red, yellow, green, and blue. The limited natural palette shaped an efficient visual system.

Court in Uralsk acquits sports ground manager in case of boy's death from falling goalposts. Details and reaction from the victim's father.

Kazakhstan introduces entry fees for foreigners: from 2026, a QazETA permit will be required. Cost starts at 3,900 tenge online. Phased rollout from August to December.

Lamborghini and Silver Cross unveil limited-edition Reef AL Giallo stroller at $5,000. Bright yellow design, polycarbonate carrycot, 500 units.

Kia will refresh the K5 sedan instead of developing a new generation, adding a hybrid powertrain, new interior, and tech upgrades. Debut expected in late 2026.

Immunologist Svetlana Chulkova names five common mistakes when taking iron that reduce its effectiveness by up to 80% and hinder anemia treatment.

In the Kostanay region, a Kazakh man married to a foreigner was denied a land plot due to violations of land legislation. The prosecutor's office canceled the competition results.

Astana city administration addresses concertgoers ahead of Enrique Iglesias' September 3 show, organizing shuttle routes from four parking areas to Astana Arena.

The Alimbet checkpoint on the Kazakh-Russian border will be expanded more than threefold: capacity to grow from 700 to 2,500 vehicles per day, and for individuals from 1,500 to 3,000 people.

September in Kazakhstan: heat up to +35 in the south, rain and snow in the north, frosts down to -6 in the mountains. Detailed regional forecast from Kazhydromet.

Meteorologists have released the September weather forecast for Kazakhstan: 30-degree heat will return, with frosts and precipitation expected. Details on infohub.kz.

Volkswagen unveils ID. California Cruise, its first fully electric camper based on ID. Buzz Pro. Features sleeping for two, California Mode, V2L charging, from €60,800. Sales start in 2027.

In Almaty and the region, 29 residential complexes may face power cuts due to debts totaling 34 billion tenge. Energosbyt starts disconnections from June 8.

Rutgers study finds simple waist measurement effectively detects obesity and health risks, matching complex methods. Could change clinical guidelines.

Kazakhstan tightens control over 'gray' car imports from September 1, without raising duties. New measures target illegal imports and fraud. Details on infohub.kz.

Phil Schiller, head of Apple's App Store, is stepping down as Tim Cook hands over CEO role to John Ternus, marking a major leadership transition at Apple.

Scientists debunk the 'reptilian brain' theory: brain evolution is based on competition between connection types, not layering logic over emotions. Study of 182 animal species.

Scientists found that inflammation blocks liver cell regeneration in alcoholic damage by disrupting RNA splicing. This discovery could lead to new treatments.

Railway stations at Ushbiik, Zharma, and Shar in the Abai region have reopened after modernization, part of a nationwide program to upgrade 124 stations.