September 11, 2026
Surgeons from Kazakhstan and abroad discuss modern treatment approaches in Aktobe
An international surgical conference in Aktobe brought together doctors from Kazakhstan, Belarus, Turkey, South Korea, Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan.
September 11, 2026
Kazakh Woman Outraged by 18 sq m Astana Rental at 250,000 Tenge
A Kazakh woman was outraged by an 18 sq m apartment in Astana renting for 250,000 tenge per month without renovation. Average rent in the capital rose 4.9% in a month.
September 11, 2026
Birth defects in Kazakhstan newborns drop 25.6%
In the first half of 2026, Kazakhstan saw a 25.6% drop in newborns with congenital defects. The Health Ministry links this to prenatal screening and One-Day Clinics.
September 11, 2026
Jackie Chan Visits Nomad Century Museum in Almaty
Jackie Chan and Til Schweiger visited the Nomad Century museum in Almaty during the filming of "Armour of God: Ultimatum." Details of the visit and the museum's exhibition.
September 11, 2026
72-Year-Old Pensioner in Kokshetau Sentenced Over 300 Tramadol Pills
A 72-year-old pensioner in Kokshetau was sentenced to 2 years and 4 months in prison over forged prescriptions and 300 tramadol pills. The court considered her age and an amnesty.
September 11, 2026
Almaty to Host Free Tilu Fest Education and Music Festival for the First Time
On September 13, Abai Square in Almaty will host the free Tilu Fest for the first time, featuring lectures on education and languages, Kazakhstani stories and an evening concert.
September 11, 2026
Astana vascular surgeon explains what leg swelling reveals about your health
Astana vascular surgeon Farkhad Adylkhanov explains what leg swelling reveals: cardiac, renal, endocrine and venous causes, and when to see a doctor.
September 11, 2026
Kazakhstan to Limit Unemployment Benefits to 3 Months Starting October 1
From October 1, Kazakhstan will cut unemployment benefit duration to 3 months and cap the maximum at 45% of 7 minimum wages — 267,750 tenge in 2026.
September 11, 2026
Eyelash Extensions Linked to Mites and Dry Eye Syndrome
Scientists found that eyelash extensions lead to Demodex mite infestation and meibomian gland dysfunction. The survey included 345 women; 24 of 25 had mites.
September 11, 2026
Almaty bans coal heating: fines up to 432,500 tenge starting in 2027
Almaty will ban coal and firewood heating in gasified zones from 2027. Fines for individuals are 43,250 tenge, for large businesses 432,500 tenge.
September 11, 2026
Kazakhstan's Transport Ministry warns passengers against joking about a 'bomb' on board
Kazakhstan's Ministry of Transport warns passengers: jokes about a 'bomb,' 'explosion,' or 'terrorist' on board can lead to flight delays and liability under Article 273 of the Criminal Code.
September 11, 2026
Autism Cuts Life Expectancy by Nearly 14 Years, Medicaid Study Finds
Medicaid study: people with autism live to an average of 64.9 years — nearly 14 years less than the U.S. population. Causes of death are preventable.
September 11, 2026
Mobile medical units worth 1.1 billion tenge delivered to Zhambyl region
Two mobile medical units with CT, mammography and ultrasound, worth 1.1 billion tenge, have been delivered to the Zhambyl region with support from the Qazaqstan Halqyna fund.
September 11, 2026
Almaty Opens Third Eco-Hub for Separate Waste Collection
A third Eco-Hub has opened in Almaty's Zhetysu district, offering 10 containers for separate waste collection and accepting plastic, aluminum, paper, batteries and books for bookcrossing.
September 11, 2026
Aktobe Family Seeks 43 Million Tenge for Treatment of 5-Month-Old Aiman
Aktobe family seeks 43 million tenge for treatment of 5-month-old Aiman with hepatoblastoma. The girl is undergoing treatment in Istanbul. Details for assistance.
September 11, 2026
Kazakhstan to update Kazakh spelling rules for first time in 13 years
Kazakhstan will update its Kazakh-language spelling dictionary for the first time in 13 years. Deputy Prime Minister Yerlan Karin announced preparations for the new edition.
September 11, 2026
First virology lab opens in Turkestan
The first virology laboratory has opened in the Turkestan Region, allowing biomaterials to be tested on site instead of being sent to Shymkent and Almaty.
September 11, 2026
Kazakh Potato Growers Blast Retail Markups: 'Where Did These 200 Tenge Come From?'
Heat and drought have hit the potato harvest in several regions of Kazakhstan. Farmers sell at 100 tenge while stores charge 300, and growers demand action on middlemen's markups.
September 11, 2026
Astana Woman Loses 1.5 Million Tenge in Alleged Fraud by Acquaintance
A woman in Astana is suspected of fraud after allegedly receiving 1.5 million tenge from an acquaintance as a down payment for an apartment. A criminal case has been opened.
September 11, 2026
Targeted Social Assistance in Kazakhstan: 218,400 People Receive 23.1 Billion Tenge Since Start of 2026
Since the start of 2026, 218,400 people from 40,400 families in Kazakhstan have received targeted social assistance, with total payments reaching 23.1 billion tenge.
September 11, 2026
1937 Massachusetts Mural Sparks Time Travel Talk Over 'Smartphone'
Social media users spotted a smartphone in the 1937 mural 'Mr. Pynchon and the Settling of Springfield' and sparked time travel theories. Historians explain the optical illusion.
September 10, 2026
8 Families Live in Unrepairable Dilapidated Building in Aktobe
In Aktobe, eight families live in a dilapidated building on Turgenev, 2, that cannot be restored. Authorities are preparing requisition documents but have not set a rehousing timeline.
September 10, 2026
Scammers cash in on iPhone 18 hype with phishing and fake preorders
Scammers are exploiting iPhone 18 hype with phishing emails and fake preorders, including messages posing as Apple Store and payment systems, plus fake support calls.
September 10, 2026
Police stop six-year-old driving Land Cruiser at night in Kyzylorda region
Police in Kazakhstan's Kyzylorda region stopped a Toyota Land Cruiser at night driven by a six-year-old boy. His father was held administratively liable.
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