October 2, 2026
NUR.KZ announces winners of September giveaway for loyal readers
NUR.KZ has summed up its September giveaway for loyal readers, naming winners across five statuses — from "Znatok" to "Legenda."
October 2, 2026
60 Families in Satpayev Wait Two Years for Relocation from Dilapidated Building
In Satpayev, about 60 families have waited two years for relocation from a 1974 unsafe building. Residents report cracks and sinking, while the akimat promises a commission.
October 2, 2026
Shymkent Residents Complain of Burning Smell as Akim Orders Ecologists to Find Source
Shymkent residents complain of unpleasant smell in the city. The akim has ordered ecologists to find the source of pollution. This year, 37 enterprises were fined for exceeding emissions.
October 1, 2026
Kazakh Cinema Pushed on Kinopoisk: Ministry of Culture and Yango Talks
Kazakhstan's Culture Ministry and Yango discussed promoting Kazakh films on Kinopoisk, backing premieres, fighting piracy, AI and digital education.
October 1, 2026
Kindergarten aide scratches sleeping toddler's face in Kazakhstan's Aktobe region
A kindergarten aide in Begimbet, Aktobe region, scratched the face of a sleeping 18-month-old child. A criminal case has been opened and the employee suspended.
October 1, 2026
Garik Kharlamov's wife shares photos from her pregnancy
Katerina Kovalchuk, wife of Garik Kharlamov, shared pregnancy photos and stroller-walk shots, posting September images on Instagram.
October 1, 2026
Astana Court Drops Case Against Blogger Zhanabylov After Reconciliation with Wife
Astana court terminated administrative case against blogger Yerbolat Zhanabylov after reconciliation with wife Elmira Tolegenova: details of the hearing and decision.
October 1, 2026
Astana police detain three wedding convoy passengers for traffic violations
Astana police identified a wedding convoy: five cars violated traffic rules, drivers were fined, vehicles impounded, and three 21-year-old passengers detained.
October 1, 2026
Residents of Almaty's Akkent-3 complex ask city to repair facades of nine buildings
Residents of nine buildings in Almaty's Akkent-3 complex are asking the city to inspect and repair facades, saying cladding is peeling off and falling.
October 1, 2026
Samoylova Opens Up About Life After Divorce from Dzhigan
Oksana Samoylova told Ksenia Sobchak about abuse and infidelity in her marriage to Dzhigan, thanked supporters, and said she feels free.
October 1, 2026
Astana Court Closes Hearing in Blogger Zhanabylov's Domestic Dispute Case
An Astana administrative court closed its hearing in the case of blogger Yerbolat Zhanabylov over a domestic conflict after the couple asked for press to be removed.
October 1, 2026
Almaty residents use 130.3 billion tenge of OSMS budget in a year
Almaty's Social Health Insurance Fund branch paid medical organizations 130.3 billion tenge under OSMS — nearly 62% of the annual budget. Most went to inpatient and high-tech care.
October 1, 2026
Kyrgyzstan Requires Religious Bloggers to Obtain Preacher's Certificate
Kyrgyzstan introduces preacher's certificate for religious bloggers, requiring education and association approval. Kazakhstan still uses missionary certificate.
October 1, 2026
Acting trend sweeps Kazakh internet: users audition for everyday characters
A new trend is sweeping Kazakhstan's internet: users are filming 'auditions' for everyday characters, from an Almaty resident to the defense minister.
October 1, 2026
Almaty Experiment: Smog Particles Found in Blood After City Walk
The Almaty Air Initiative conducted an experiment in Almaty: after walking along busy streets, volunteers without respirators had dark specks found on red blood cells.
October 1, 2026
About 20 Men Being Treated for Breast Cancer in Almaty
About 20 men are being treated for breast cancer in Almaty. Oncology center doctors discussed screenings, incidence statistics and the importance of early diagnosis.
October 1, 2026
Shakira's First Central Asia Concert: Tickets Not Fully Sold Out
Ticket sales for Shakira's first Central Asia concert opened October 1: cheap sections sold out, but half of Bishkek Arena remains available.
October 1, 2026
274,200 Kazakh Pensioners to Receive Payments for Day of Older Persons
274,200 Kazakh pensioners will receive one-time payments totaling 3.8 billion tenge for the Day of Older Persons. Who qualifies for the aid — in an infohub.kz report.
October 1, 2026
Almaty Demolishes 52 Illegal Structures Since Start of Year
Almaty has stepped up oversight of illegal construction: 52 structures demolished since the start of the year, with checks at every stage from works to commissioning.
October 1, 2026
Kazakhstanis Gift Elderly Parents Blood Pressure Monitors, Canes and 50+ Vitamins
Wildberries analysts studied Kazakhstanis' purchases for the Day of Older Persons: demand for blood pressure monitors, canes, 50+ vitamins, and fraud protection rules.
October 1, 2026
About 20 Men in Almaty Being Treated for Breast Cancer
About 20 men in Almaty are registered with breast cancer. Oncology center doctors discussed the youngest and oldest patients and eight-month statistics.
October 1, 2026
Kazakhstan's Over-60 Population Tops 2.9 Million, Women Outnumber Men
Bureau of National Statistics: at the start of 2026, Kazakhstan had 2,923,472 people over 60 — 14.2% of the population. Female pensioners outnumber males.
October 1, 2026
Blogger Zhanabylov held accountable after domestic conflict with wife
Blogger Yerbolat Zhanabylov held administratively liable after domestic conflict with wife Elmira Tolegenova in Astana; case materials sent to court.
October 1, 2026
Kazakhstan Extends Job Search Period for Unemployed to 13 Days
Kazakhstan's Ministry of Labor has extended the job search period for the unemployed to 13 days. Unemployment benefits remain under current rules until the end of 2026.
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