August 21, 2026
Some Trees Worsen Urban Air Quality Due to Ozone Emissions
Some trees, such as willows and poplars, emit volatile organic compounds that contribute to ozone formation. Scientists urge careful selection of species for urban greening.
August 21, 2026
Baikonur Hospital Ordered to Pay for Staff Medical Exams After Prosecutor's Intervention
Baikonur prosecutor's office forced the hospital to pay for staff medical exams, restoring the rights of 444 medical workers.
August 21, 2026
Short Exercise Bursts Become Top Health Trend
Short exercise bursts are trending: how activity snacks help desk workers stay fit, and what experts say.
August 21, 2026
350 Astana Shareholders Finally Get Apartments After Five-Year Wait
In Astana, 350 shareholders who had been waiting for apartments since 2022 finally received housing thanks to the prosecutor's office. Over the year, courts satisfied claims totaling 3.9 billion tenge.
August 21, 2026
Karaganda resident surprised by police care on highway
A Karaganda resident shared how police on the highway showed care: measured his blood pressure, gave water, and reminded him to be careful. The incident occurred on August 16 in the Akmola region.
August 21, 2026
Diamonds at Toybastyar and a Huge Cake: Blogger Throws Luxurious Anniversary for Parents
Kazakh blogger Zhanerke Yelshin threw a lavish anniversary for her parents: toybastyar with diamonds, star performances, a huge cake, and gifts for guests.
August 21, 2026
The Ideal Man in Traditional Kazakh Society: What He Was Like
In traditional Kazakh society, the ideal man was distinguished not by strength but by keeping his word, generosity, and respect for elders. Learn what qualities were valued among nomads.
August 21, 2026
How to Avoid Overpaying for Medicines in Pharmacies: Tips from the Pharmaceutical Control Committee
Learn how to check maximum drug prices via NAQTY ONIM and where to complain about inflated pharmacy markups in Kazakhstan.
August 21, 2026
Mother Gets Refund for Unused Child's Tuition in Astana
In Astana, a woman got a refund for her child's unused tuition after the consumer protection department intervened. The installment plan was canceled.
August 21, 2026
Almaty Surgeons Remove Giant Tumor from Six-Year-Old Child
In Almaty, doctors at City Children's Clinical Hospital No. 2 removed a giant tumor weighing over 3 kg from a six-year-old child. The operation was successful, and the child was discharged home.
August 21, 2026
Experts Highlight Benefits of Dry Brushing and Lymphatic Massage for Home Care
Experts explain the benefits of dry brushing and lymphatic massage for home care: exfoliation, improved skin condition, reduced swelling, and relaxation.
August 21, 2026
Internet fraud in Kazakhstan surges 55-fold in seven years
Internet fraud in Kazakhstan surged 55-fold in seven years, with 28,900 cases in 2025. In 2026, numbers decline by 10.3%.
August 21, 2026
Python in UK zoo saved from cancer with electrochemotherapy
Veterinarians in a UK zoo successfully treated a reticulated python with cancer using innovative electrochemotherapy. The unique case marks a breakthrough in veterinary oncology.
August 21, 2026
Woman in Shymkent Gets Free Brain Surgery Worth 6 Million Tenge
In Shymkent, neurosurgeons performed a bloodless operation on a woman with a brain aneurysm costing 6 million tenge at state expense. Details on infohub.kz
August 21, 2026
Almaty Featured on Popular South Korean Show I Live Alone
Almaty featured on South Korea's I Live Alone: host Jun Hyun-moo visits Kok Tobe, Green Bazaar, and Lake Kaindy. Episode surpasses 500k views.
August 21, 2026
Paralympic and Deaflympic Champions in Karaganda Receive Apartments
In Karaganda, six athletes received apartments for their achievements at the Paralympic and Deaflympic Games. The ceremony took place at the House of Friendship.
August 21, 2026
Ballet Flash Mob in Almaty Metro Goes Viral: 1.3 Million Views
Three ballerinas performed a flash mob in Almaty metro, video got 1.3 million views. Users admire the event, and the inspiration behind it, Riza Taganova, works at the Abai Opera and Ballet Theatre.
August 21, 2026
Kazakh Woman Wins Court Battle to Change Housing Queue Category
A Kostanay resident won a court case to change her housing queue subcategory. The court approved a mediation agreement with Otbasy Bank.
August 21, 2026
Check Your Taxes: At What Debt Kazakhstani Citizens Face Forced Collection
Learn at what debt Kazakhstani citizens face forced tax collection, what measures are applied, and how to avoid consequences.
August 21, 2026
Childhood Trauma Disrupts Brain Circuits Linked to Adult Anhedonia
Scientists found that childhood trauma alters hippocampal function, potentially leading to anhedonia in adulthood. The study was published in JNeurosci.
August 21, 2026
Kazakhstan Sees Rise in Alcohol Addiction Cases
Kazakhstan sees a rise in alcohol addiction cases: 89,681 registered, including 21 minors. Doctors note growth, but real numbers may be higher due to stigma.
August 21, 2026
Over a Third of Post-ChatGPT Web Pages Show AI Involvement
A Pew Research Center study reveals that over 35% of web pages created since ChatGPT's launch show signs of AI involvement, with distinctive stylistic markers.
August 20, 2026
Kazakhstan Tightens Cybersecurity for School Data from 2026
Kazakhstan introduces new cybersecurity rules for school data from August 21, 2026: servers in Kazakhstan, localized interfaces, multi-factor authentication, and Social Wallet integration.
August 20, 2026
Kazakhstan to Introduce Rules for Self-Driving Cars and Robotaxis in 2026
Starting August 21, 2026, Kazakhstan will enforce rules for a pilot project on autonomous vehicles and robotaxis in Astana, Almaty, and Kosshy.
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