August 19, 2026
Kazakhstan Won't Drop Paper Textbooks Despite Heavy Backpacks
Kazakhstan's Ministry of Education responds to parents' complaints about heavy backpacks: paper textbooks remain, electronic ones are only a supplement due to SanPiN.
August 19, 2026
Is Vaccination Safe During Pregnancy? Kazakhstan's CEC Responds
Kazakhstan's CEC refutes link between maternal vaccination and autism in children, citing large international studies. No increased risk of ASD found.
August 19, 2026
Kazakhstan's Cancer Drug Could Be Registered by 2027
Kazakhstan's cancer drug DVC is in phase 2 trials; registration could happen by 2027, says Science Minister Sayasat Nurbek.
August 19, 2026
Scammers Use AI to Mimic Relatives' Voices: Who Falls for It Most
Astana prosecutor Talant Kaliyev explains how scammers use AI to clone relatives' voices, and why older people are most vulnerable.
August 19, 2026
Free roadside assistance launched on Kazakhstan highways
Kazakhstan launches free roadside assistance on highways. Orange pickups operate on Astana–Arshaly and Astana–Temirtau. Call 1403 for help.
August 19, 2026
Student Dormitory Prices in Almaty Reach 90,000 Tenge
In Almaty, student dormitory prices reach 90,000 tenge. Learn what affects the cost, where to seek help, and how the crisis center works.
August 19, 2026
Fitness Trainer Debunks Three Popular Weight Loss Myths from TikTok and Reels
Fitness trainer Lera Logunova debunks three popular weight loss myths from TikTok and Reels: spot reduction, dairy avoidance, and detox juices. Learn what actually works.
August 19, 2026
Women in Kazakhstan Face Higher Unemployment Than Men: Unexpected Reasons Revealed
Female unemployment in Kazakhstan exceeds male, especially among older women. In some districts, the gap reaches 11.7%. Causes include stereotypes, retraining difficulties, and family circumstances.
August 19, 2026
Kazakhstan Allocates Residency Grants via Digital Platform for First Time
Kazakhstan's Health Ministry allocates residency grants via digital platform for first time, with 2,384 grants distributed for 2026-2027.
August 19, 2026
Legendary Kazakh Ballet Master Eduard Malbekov Dies at 85
Eduard Malbekov, legendary Kazakh ballet master and teacher, died on August 19, 2026, at 85. He was a leading soloist at the Abai Opera and Ballet Theatre and headed the Seleznev Choreographic School.
August 19, 2026
British Crown Faces Millions in Fines for Failing Green Standards
British Crown faces fines up to £30k per property for failing energy efficiency standards; modernization could cost £10 million.
August 19, 2026
Kazakhstan Tightens Alimony Rules with Special Accounts from August 25
From August 25, alimony in Kazakhstan will be paid only to special accounts. Learn how this protects payments and what recipients need to know.
August 19, 2026
Fluoride in Water During Pregnancy Linked to Lower IQ in Children, Study Finds
Study finds fluoride in drinking water during pregnancy linked to lower IQ and spatial memory in children, urging review of safety standards.
August 19, 2026
American Corgi GG Wins International Race in Vilnius
American corgi GG wins the fifth international Corgi Race Vilnius, featuring 150 dogs from nine countries. Details on infohub.kz.
August 19, 2026
Internal Probe Launched After Almaty Police Search Complaint
Almaty police launch internal probe after citizen's complaint about officers' conduct during a bag search. Incident details and official response.
August 18, 2026
Emergency Capsule for Over 20 Miners Being Developed in East Kazakhstan
Kazakh engineers develop an emergency capsule for miners, accommodating over 20 people with 36-hour life support, to enhance safety in hazardous industries.
August 18, 2026
53% of Applicants Pass Threshold Score in August UNT
Over 27,000 took the August UNT. 53% passed the threshold. Average score 55, max 136. 66 violations detected. College grads can enroll via interview.
August 18, 2026
School Prep Costs in Kazakhstan: From 35,000 to 150,000 Tenge
How much does it cost to prepare a child for school in Kazakhstan? Basic set from 35,000 tenge, full outfit up to 150,000. Parents and sellers share opinions, aid for low-income families.
August 18, 2026
Smartphones and cheat sheets: 66 violations recorded at August UNT
Results of the August UNT-2026: 66 violations, 30 applicants not admitted, 36 removed. Average score 55, maximum 136. Details on infohub.kz.
August 18, 2026
Princess Diana's Brother Writes Memoir About Her Life
Charles Spencer, brother of Princess Diana, has written a memoir 'Swan Song' about his sister, her marriage, and royal family life. The book releases September 22.
August 18, 2026
Prices Drop for Over 500 Medicines in Kazakhstan
In Kazakhstan, prices for over 500 medicines dropped by 5-20%, including drugs for infections, heart, and GI issues. Price checks via NAQTY ONIM and Data Matrix.
August 18, 2026
Kazakh Woman Loses 10 Million Tenge to Fake Investment Platform
A woman from the Akmola region lost over 10 million tenge to a fake investment platform. Police urge caution and advise not to trust unknown platforms.
August 18, 2026
OpenAI Launches ChatGPT for Teens: What Parents Need to Know
OpenAI launches ChatGPT for teens with automatic age restrictions, parental controls, and age verification. What parents need to know.
August 18, 2026
Dimash Qudaibergen Slams Domestic Abusers: 'How Dare You Call Yourselves Men?'
Dimash Qudaibergen spoke out against domestic violence, saying men who hit women don't deserve to be called men. Details on infohub.kz.
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