July 30, 2026
Furniture for the Elderly Goes Viral: Millennials Are Thrilled
Sabit Sukhamberdiev's furniture for the elderly goes viral on Kaznet, as millennials love the stylish, safe pieces combining ergonomics and aesthetics.
July 30, 2026
Kazakh motor grader operator enters top 10 at international championship
Zhenis Zhumabayev, motor grader operator from Kazakhstan, placed in top 10 at international road construction contest near Moscow, among 182.
July 30, 2026
Housing Price Surge in Kazakhstan Not Driven by Material Costs, Study Finds
Housing prices in Kazakhstan rise faster than costs, disproving material cost myth. Cement is only 2%. Real cause: housing deficit of 24.5 sq m/person.
July 30, 2026
Astana resident loses 1.8 million tenge in chess rank scam
A resident of Astana lost 1.8 million tenge to a scammer promising a chess ranking. Police arrested the suspect and urge citizens to be wary of fraud.
July 30, 2026
Childhood Sugar Restriction Tied to 46% Lower Alzheimer's Risk, Study Finds
Limiting sugar in the first 1,000 days of life lowers Alzheimer's risk by 46%, a study of 60,000 Britons from the post-war rationing era found. Brain scans showed slower aging.
July 30, 2026
Muddy Tap Water After Rains Prompts Complaints in Kazakhstan's Zhetysu
Residents of Sarkan, Zhetysu, complain of muddy tap water after rains. Authorities cite natural factors, completed repairs, and plans for modernization.
July 30, 2026
Astana Developer Faces Trial for Selling Same Apartments to Dozens of Buyers
Investigation completed into Astana developer that sold same apartments to multiple buyers. Damages exceed 4.5 billion tenge. Case sent to court; accused face up to 12 years.
July 30, 2026
In Kokshetau, Apartment Investors Lose 120 Million Tenge as Construction Stalls
A scandal in Kokshetau: 18 investors lost over 120 million tenge after a developer built only one floor in four years. The company is filing for bankruptcy.
July 29, 2026
Parents of Man Missing in Aktobe for 27 Years Await His Return
A family in Aktobe continues searching for their son Ruslan, missing since 1999. Police efforts persist, but hope remains that he will one day return home.
July 29, 2026
Investors in Kokshetau Wait Four Years for Unfinished Apartments
18 investors in Kokshetau wait 4 years for unfinished apartments after investing 120M tenge. Only first floor of 12 built. Authorities seek new investor.
July 29, 2026
Two Residents of Zhambyl Region Punished for TikTok Fights Over Donations
In Zhambyl region, a court sentenced two 19-year-old residents for staging fights on TikTok to get donations: a woman got 30 hours of community service, a man a fine of 86,000 tenge.
July 29, 2026
Tourist dies in Turkestan region mountains; companion evacuated by helicopter
A tourist died at 2,400m in Aksu-Zhabagly reserve, Shunkulduk Pass; companion evacuated by MChS helicopter and released after treatment. Details on infohub.kz.
July 29, 2026
Most Kazakhstani support 'Taza Kazakhstan' initiative - poll
A new poll by the Kazakhstan Institute for Social Development reveals 87.3% know Law and Order, 67.1% support Taza Kazakhstan, and 60.7% advocate for AI.
July 29, 2026
Court Punishes Two 19-Year-Olds for Obscene TikTok Streams
A court in Kazakhstan's Zhambyl region sentenced two 19-year-olds to community service and a fine for petty TikTok hooliganism, where they harmed each other and used profanity.
July 29, 2026
Russian Actress Yulia Menshova Pens Emotional Birthday Tribute to Late Parents
Russian actress Yulia Menshova marked her 57th birthday without her late parents, sharing a heartfelt post and archival photo, saying they live on in memory and work.
July 29, 2026
Kazakh Blogger Sparks Outrage Over Flag Used as Horse Blanket
Kazakh influencer Boty Mia's gift to a Kyrgyz boy explodes into a scandal after video shows the national flag of Kazakhstan used as a horse blanket, enraging Kazakhs.
July 29, 2026
Be Kinder: Blogger Forgives Pensioner for Scratched Ferrari
Kazakh blogger Amir Tazhibayev forgave a pensioner who scratched his Ferrari and did not call the police. The story earned widespread approval on social media.
July 29, 2026
Kostanay Court Rules for Injured Miller Without Contract, Awards Compensation
In Kostanay, a court recognized labor relations between a miller and a company despite no contract, awarding 3 million tenge in moral damages after the worker lost fingers on the job.
July 29, 2026
Study: Healthy Eating and Sleep Habits Boost Teens' Grades
Spanish researchers found that three meals a day, at least 8 hours of sleep, and limiting TV to 2 hours daily are linked to higher grades in teenagers, according to a new study.
July 29, 2026
Let Loose's $69 'Sh*t Shoes' for Proper Toilet Posture Go Viral
American brand Let Loose launches $69 Sh*t Shoes with 18cm platform for correct toilet posture. Designed to mimic squatting, they've sparked mixed reactions.
July 29, 2026
Karaganda man wanted for fraud detained in Almaty via facial recognition cameras
A Karaganda man convicted of fraud for 44 million tenge was detained in Almaty using facial recognition cameras after three years of evading law enforcement.
July 29, 2026
Kazakhstan Court Orders Compensation to Grandmother Caring for Orphaned Grandson
West Kazakhstan court awards compensation to grandmother who became guardian of orphaned grandson after parents' death. Employer and other entity ordered to pay millions in damages and monthly benefits.
July 29, 2026
Kazakh consumers get back 1.5 billion tenge for faulty goods including Lexus and apartments
Kazakh consumers received 1.5 billion tenge in refunds for defective goods and services in H1 2026. Details of large returns including a Lexus and apartments.
July 29, 2026
Mangystau Residents Outraged as Bread Prices Spike to 420 Tenge
Residents of Kazakhstan's Mangystau region outraged as bread prices jump from 320 to 420 tenge. Social media videos show customers demanding government action.
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