October 13, 2026
Astana neurologist lists 6 cases when a second opinion is needed
Astana neurologist Altyn Kamalovna listed six situations when it is worth seeking a second opinion from another specialist to clarify the diagnosis and treatment.
October 13, 2026
Court in Shu Reconciles Parties in Apartment Flooding Case: 1.6 Million Tenge Payment
The Shu District Court reconciled the parties in an apartment flooding case: the defendant will pay 1.6 million tenge instead of 2.5 million, with 1 million upfront and 50,000 monthly.
October 13, 2026
Kazakh Neurologist Challenges Colleagues to Guess Patient's Diagnosis
Kazakh neurologist Altyn Kamalovna asked colleagues to guess a patient's diagnosis from symptoms. Five doctors got it right. The correct diagnosis was vestibular migraine.
October 13, 2026
Kazakhstan's Interior Ministry proposes new IIN procedure for foreigners
Kazakhstan's Interior Ministry has put a draft order on a new screening procedure for foreigners applying for an IIN out for public discussion. The debate runs until October 28.
October 13, 2026
Former IT specialist in Kokshetau tells students how he got 8 years for drugs
A former IT specialist from Kokshetau, sentenced to 8 years for drugs, told medical college students how getting involved with a dubious crowd destroyed his life.
October 13, 2026
Kazakhstan Man Creates Board Game About the History of the Great Steppe
A Taraz resident created a Kazakh analogue of Monopoly about the history of the Great Steppe. The game "Uly Dala Joly" introduces youth to the country's heritage in the Kazakh language.
October 13, 2026
Astana launches grant competition of up to 5 million tenge for social entrepreneurs
Astana announces grant competition of up to 5 million tenge for social entrepreneurs: applications from October 15 to 20, 2026, via kezekte.kz.
October 13, 2026
Dariga Badykova and Olzhas Abai Tie the Knot in Lavish Wedding
Kazakh actors Dariga Badykova and Olzhas Abai wed in a lavish ceremony: guests, the groom's touching song, social media reactions, and the couple's love story.
October 13, 2026
Endless smartphone scrolling harms memory, attention, and posture
Scientists at Semmelweis University found that endless smartphone scrolling impairs memory, attention, posture, and balance in young people aged 18 to 35.
October 13, 2026
Uralsk upgrades heating, water and power networks: results and plans through 2027
Uralsk is modernizing its heating, water and power networks: completed projects, ongoing work and plans through 2027 in Kazakhstan's West Kazakhstan Region.
October 13, 2026
Health Screenings Reveal Over 300,000 Illnesses Among Kazakh Schoolchildren
In six months, preventive checkups covered 3.6 million Kazakh children: 302,000 schoolchildren were found to have illnesses, with anemia, vision problems, and caries leading. The Ministry of Health opened 166 dental offices.
October 13, 2026
Sean Lennon Denies Feud with Brother Over John Lennon's Estate
Sean Lennon said he shares financial rights to John Lennon's estate equally with his brother Julian, denying rumors of a feud and money disputes.
October 13, 2026
Experts warn: leaving extension cords plugged in risks overheating and fire
Electrical Safety Foundation International experts warn that leaving extension cords permanently plugged in risks overheating, insulation damage and fire.
October 13, 2026
Semey Man Gets 300 Hours Community Service for Beating Wife on Her Birthday
A Semey man beat his wife out of jealousy on her birthday and was sentenced to 300 hours of community service. She filed for divorce and moved to another city.
October 13, 2026
Kazakhstan's Labor Ministry Rejects 46% of Building Accessibility Declarations
Kazakhstan's Labor Ministry approved only 26% of building accessibility declarations for people with limited mobility. 46% were rejected due to missing ramps and handrails.
October 13, 2026
Zoologists Explain Why Capybaras and Caimans Coexist
Zoologists have discovered why capybaras peacefully coexist with caimans: an analysis of the stomachs of 196 reptiles in the Pantanal showed their diet consists of fish and insects.
October 13, 2026
Russia to Send Women Without Child Plans to Psychologists
Russia's Health Ministry mandates gynecologists to identify women aged 18-49 who don't want children and refer them to psychologists. Experts warn of risks of pressure.
October 13, 2026
Volunteers Rescue All Dogs from Dog House Shelter Near Almaty
All dogs from the Dog House shelter near Almaty were moved to safety after owner Vladimir Teplyakov was killed. Volunteers provided care and food.
October 13, 2026
Kazakhstanis Recall 1995 Prices: Meat Cheaper Than a Dollar
Kazakhstanis on Threads discuss archived 1995 prices: meat cheaper than a dollar, tenge exchange rate, and food costs. Comparison with modern prices.
October 13, 2026
After animal rights activist's murder near Almaty, all dogs removed from steppe
The "Dvoryanskoye Sobraniye" shelter removed all dogs from the steppe near Almaty after the murder of "Tvardovsky Dom" founder Vladimir Teplyakov.
October 13, 2026
Adverse weather conditions in eight Kazakh cities: air quality to worsen on October 13
On October 13, adverse weather conditions are expected in Almaty, Astana, Karaganda, Zhezkazgan, Balkhash, Temirtau, Aktobe, and at night in Uralsk. Recommendations from Kazhydromet.
October 13, 2026
Kazakhstan to Upgrade Ambulance Service From October 13 With Online Tracking and Body Cameras
From October 13, Kazakhstan introduces new ambulance rules: online tracking, body cameras, response times and redirection of non-urgent calls to polyclinics.
October 12, 2026
Students at Aktobe's Bolashak College Outraged by Nearly Doubled Tuition Fees
Students at a private college in Aktobe are protesting a sharp tuition hike, with medical program fees rising from 370,000 to 550,000 tenge.
October 12, 2026
How Kazakhstan Assesses Family Well-Being: 59 Indicators and 5 Categories
Kazakhstan's Ministry of Labor explains how family well-being is assessed: 59 indicators, 8 areas, and 5 categories from high to socially vulnerable.
Other sections