August 8, 2026
Hydrogen Sulfide Exceeds Safe Levels in Astana and Aktobe
Hydrogen sulfide levels exceed safe limits in Astana and Aktobe by 5.8 and 3 times, respectively. Kazhydromet data on air pollution in Kazakhstan cities.
August 8, 2026
Almaty Residents Upset as Famous Mural Painted Over; Akimat Explains
Almaty residents upset as famous mural on Nazarbayev Street is painted over. Akimat of Bostandyk District cites safety concerns due to facade defects.
August 8, 2026
Sayasat Nurbek Announces New Grants for Applicants: 2,392 Places Allocated
In Kazakhstan, akimats have allocated 2,392 grants for applicants. Learn how to get an akimat grant, application deadlines, and other free education opportunities.
August 8, 2026
Kazakh Applicants Get Extra Chance for Education Grants
Kazakhstan opens applications for state grants from akimats. 2,392 grants for bachelor's, master's, and residency programs. Learn more.
August 7, 2026
Astana launches large-scale cleanup of the Yesil River after public complaints
Astana has launched a large-scale cleanup of the Yesil River after complaints about water blooming. Chlorella and other measures are being used to restore the ecosystem.
August 7, 2026
Kazakh Minister of Science Comforts Applicants Who Missed Out on Grants
Kazakh Minister of Science Sayasat Nurbek congratulates grant recipients and encourages those who missed out, reminding of alternative opportunities for state grants.
August 7, 2026
Kazakh Minister Urges Parents to Support Grant Applicants Who Missed Out
Minister Sayasat Nurbek urges parents to support applicants who missed state grants, highlighting alternative funding options like rector's grants and employer programs.
August 7, 2026
Astana Prosecutor's Office Warns of New Fraud Schemes
Astana prosecutor's office warns about common fraud schemes and gives advice on how to avoid becoming a victim. Learn about new types of online fraud.
August 7, 2026
Engineers, Teachers, and IT Specialists Top Grant Winners
Minister Sayasat Nurbek announced grant results: engineers, teachers, and IT specialists received the most grants. Details on infohub.kz.
August 7, 2026
Ecology officials to inspect gold mining near Kurchum River after social media posts
Ecologists will inspect gold mining near the Kurchum River after social media posts. An unscheduled check of GRK VIZOL LLP for compliance with environmental requirements.
August 7, 2026
Drunk Kazakh Man Tries to Flee Police After Quarrel with Wife
In Zhambyl region, a drunk driver after a quarrel with his wife tried to flee from police. He was detained, the court sentenced him to 15 days of arrest and revoked his license for 7 years.
August 7, 2026
Crowd at Astana coffee shop leads to organizer's punishment
Astana police took action against the organizer of a coffee shop promotion that caused a large crowd. No public order violations were recorded.
August 7, 2026
Lake Karakol Shore in East Kazakhstan Littered with Tourist Waste
Lake Karakol in Katon-Karagay National Park suffers from tourist litter. Video sparks outrage on social media. Details on infohub.kz.
August 7, 2026
Retired Border Guard Officer Wins Court Case Against Uralsk Akimat
Retired Border Guard major wins court case against Uralsk akimat: court orders privatization contract, refusal ruled illegal.
August 7, 2026
Alsou Shares Heartwarming Visit to Her Native Village in Bashkortostan
Russian singer Alsou spent several days in her native village of Uyandy in Bashkortostan with her parents, sharing warm photos and speaking about the importance of this place to her.
August 7, 2026
Why Children Get Sick More Often in Summer: Pediatrician Explains
Pediatrician Nurzhamal Aubakirova explains why children get sick more often in summer: seasonal viruses, crowding, poor hygiene, and debunks the air conditioning myth.
August 7, 2026
Abai Day in Almaty: Free KeshYou Concert, Exhibitions and Poetry Evenings
Almaty celebrates Abai Day with concerts, exhibitions, and poetry evenings. The main event is the concert-performance "Abai alemi" featuring KeshYou and other artists.
August 7, 2026
Kazakh Artists Can Win Up to 3 Million Tenge in Almaty Contest
Kazakh artists can win up to 3 million tenge in the 'Ajarly Almaty!' contest. Applications from August 7 to September 7, 2026. Free participation.
August 7, 2026
Zendaya Speaks Kazakh: Fariza Eskermes Voices Heroine in 'Spider-Man'
Fariza Eskermes voiced Zendaya in Kazakh for the film 'Spider-Man: New Day'. The actress shared her impressions, and fans praised her work.
August 7, 2026
MuzART lead singer Kenzhebek Zhanabilov in ICU with heart condition
MuzART lead singer Kenzhebek Zhanabilov hospitalized in ICU due to coronary artery blockage. Condition stabilized, moved to regular ward.
August 7, 2026
Kazakhstan Shop Workers to Receive 500,000 Tenge Each After Labor Dispute
Three shop workers in Kostanay region to receive 500,000 tenge each after labor dispute over overtime and unpaid leave resolved via mediation.
August 7, 2026
Kyrgyzstan Residents Propose Renaming Issyk-Kul to Kyrgyz Sea
In Kyrgyzstan, a debate has emerged over renaming Issyk-Kul to the Kyrgyz Sea. Activists propose the new name, but many oppose it. Learn more about the discussion.
August 7, 2026
Kilometer-Long Lines for Sen Sulu Lip Gloss: Hype in Astana
In Astana, kilometer-long queues formed for the Sen Sulu mini lip gloss at Coffee Boom coffee shops. The hype was caused by a collaboration with the cosmetics brand.
August 7, 2026
From Kunaev to Dos-Mukasan: Teaser for New Film '7 Karakshy' Impresses Viewers
Kazakh director Kuanysh Beisek presents teaser for '7 Karakshy', a film about a group of criminals opposing the Soviet regime. Premieres September 24.
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