October 21, 2026
Scientists link 10 popular diets to slower biological aging
Scientists from DZNE studied 10 popular diets and found that healthy eating slows biological cell aging at the molecular level.
October 21, 2026
How non-alcoholic drinks affect the brain: dopamine, rituals and risks
Scientists have found how non-alcoholic drinks activate the brain's reward system: dopamine, rituals, the placebo effect and risks for people with alcohol dependence.
October 21, 2026
Japanese study links fish type and cooking method to lifespan
Japanese researchers found that moderate seafood intake lowers mortality risk, but the type of fish and how it is prepared play a decisive role.
October 20, 2026
Kazakh fan catches Shakira's sunglasses at Bishkek concert, jokes about auction
A woman from Kazakhstan caught the sunglasses Shakira threw into the crowd at a Bishkek concert, reviewed them and jokingly suggested a $20,000 auction.
October 20, 2026
Zhanel Makazhan reflects on a woman's strength and vulnerability after divorce
After her divorce from Abai Asylkhan, Zhanel Makazhan reflected on a woman's strength and vulnerability, noting she is raising four children and embraces all her facets.
October 20, 2026
Almaty's 'brick' bread disappears from shelves as Aksai bakery explains why
Almaty's 'brick' bread has vanished from store shelves. The Aksai bakery blamed a serious malfunction in ovens installed 39 years ago for the shortage.
October 20, 2026
Kazakhstan court overturns two 10-day arrests of mother of two young children
Prosecutors in Kazakhstan's North Kazakhstan Region overturned two 10-day arrests of a mother of two children under 14, replacing them with an administrative fine.
October 20, 2026
Mural of Batyrkhan Shukenov appears in Pavlodar
A mural featuring a portrait of Kazakh singer Batyrkhan Shukenov has appeared on a building wall in Pavlodar. Artist Natalya Koroleva shared how she created it.
October 20, 2026
Astana police step up street and courtyard patrols under Operation Pravoporyadok
Astana police have stepped up patrols of streets and courtyards and are checking registered citizens during Operation Pravoporyadok, running from October 20 to 23.
October 20, 2026
Scientists: 3,000 steps a day slows Alzheimer's progression
Scientists found that 3,000 steps a day slows Alzheimer's, with 5,000–7,500 steps giving the best effect. Walking reduces tau protein buildup in the brain.
October 20, 2026
Where to Call for Utility and Transport Problems in Kazakhstan's Major Cities
Useful contacts for utility services in Astana, Almaty and Shymkent: where to call for water and power outages, transport, road and garbage problems.
October 20, 2026
Old USB cables get a second life: from charging stations to tying up tomatoes
Old USB cables can be reused: make a charging station, a travel kit, plant ties and crafts. In 2022 the world generated 62 million tonnes of e-waste.
October 20, 2026
Astana crisis center Qorgau receives support for women survivors of violence
A UN-backed charity event at Astana's Qorgau crisis center supported women survivors of domestic violence with supplies, medical consultations and a masterclass.
October 20, 2026
Dimash Qudaibergen launches DIMENSIONS world tour with Krakow concert
Dimash Qudaibergen launched his DIMENSIONS world tour with a concert at Krakow's Tauron Arena, featuring new songs, premieres and a duet with a young fan.
October 20, 2026
Kazakhstan to deny benefits to wealthy large families from 2027
From 2027, Kazakhstan will stop awarding benefits to well-off large families, assessing more than 59 indicators across 8 areas under the new rules.
October 20, 2026
Turkestan residents complain about broken elevator and leak in stairwell
Residents of a Turkestan apartment building have complained for five years about a broken elevator and a leak in the stairwell. The akimat promises to fix the water but not the elevator.
October 19, 2026
Petropavl Medics Work in Former Stable as New 6 Billion Tenge Complex Is Built
Ambulance medics in Petropavl have worked for years in a former stable. A new complex worth 6 billion tenge is under construction in the Kopay microdistrict.
October 19, 2026
Wealth calculator in eGov Mobile unavailable to many Kazakhstanis
The family wealth assessment calculator in eGov Mobile is available only to benefit recipients. A request has been sent to the Ministry of Labor over the access limits.
October 19, 2026
Bozumbayev orders stronger seismic safety, possible ban on building in danger zones
Deputy PM Qanat Bozumbayev ordered stronger seismic control in Kazakhstan, inspections of buildings and a digital risk database, with a possible building ban in danger zones.
October 19, 2026
College director in Zhambyl Region fined 64,000 tenge for failing to comply with order
A college director in Zhambyl Region has been fined 64,000 tenge for failing to remedy violations involving budget spending and a major overhaul.
October 19, 2026
London woman loses court battle over 48 centimetres of land to neighbours
A London woman spent three years in a legal battle with her neighbours over 48 centimetres of land, and the Land Tribunal ruled the strip belongs to them.
October 19, 2026
Over 100 cases of child abuse uncovered at special care center in Abai region
Prosecutors in Kazakhstan's Abai region have uncovered over 100 cases of child abuse at a special care center in Ayagoz district. A pre-trial investigation is underway, and those involved have been suspended.
October 19, 2026
Kazakhstan to introduce wellbeing categories from 2027: who loses benefits
From 2027, Kazakhstan will introduce family wellbeing categories: categories A and B will lose some benefits, but support can be restored if living standards fall.
October 19, 2026
Almaty power outage schedule for October 19-24
Almaty has published its schedule of planned power grid repairs for October 19-24, listing the streets and neighborhoods that may lose electricity and what the company said.
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