August 17, 2026
Kazakhstan and Turkey Nearly Double Flight Frequency
Kazakhstan and Turkey have increased the limit on regular flights to 224 per week. Major and tourist routes expanded, memorandum signed.
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August 17, 2026
Burnham exchanged messages with individual impersonating Trump chief of staff
Andy Burnham exchanged messages with someone impersonating Trump's chief of staff. No significant messages were sent, and the incident was reported to authorities. Details inside.
August 17, 2026
Zambia: Opposition leaders arrested after presidential vote
Zambia arrests 11 people, including opposition leaders, after presidential election. Brian Mundubile says raid was an attempt on his life. Authorities say they foiled an insurrection plot.
August 17, 2026
Teen's Bubble Tea Pellet Damages IMAX Screen in Khabarovsk, Costing 26M Rubles
A teenager in Khabarovsk shot a bubble tea pellet at an IMAX screen, causing 26 million rubles in damage. The cinema demands compensation from parents.
August 17, 2026
KEGOC's Net Profit Surges 59.4% in First Half
KEGOC's net profit surged 59.4% to 54.6 billion tenge in H1 2026. Revenue rose 31.1%, with strong growth across all key indicators.
August 17, 2026
Hyundai Tucson to Get First N Performance Version with Hybrid Powertrain
Hyundai is developing the first N performance version of the Tucson crossover with a hybrid powertrain producing around 300 hp and all-wheel drive.
August 17, 2026
Pixar Releases Interactive Luxo Jr. Toy for Its 40th Anniversary
Pixar has released an interactive Luxo Jr. toy for its 40th anniversary. The toy reacts to movement and sound but does not emit light. Learn more and the price of 60,000 tenge.
August 17, 2026
Almaty Begins Land Acquisition for New Park in Kairat Microdistrict
Almaty akimat purchases about 6.7 hectares in Kairat microdistrict for a new park. Compensation to owners, deadlines, and procedure details.
August 17, 2026
Alsu Shows Off Vacation Photos from Turkey, Fans Praise Her Figure
Russian singer Alsu shared vacation photos from Turkey, showing off her slim figure and tan. Fans showered her with compliments. Details on infohub.kz.
August 17, 2026
Teenage girl attacks two younger sisters with knife in Ufa
In Ufa, a 16-year-old schoolgirl attacked her two younger sisters with a knife. The victims are hospitalized, the suspect is detained. Details on infohub.kz.
August 17, 2026
Aigul Imanbayeva to Pursue Doctorate After London Studies
Kazakh actress and singer Aigul Imanbayeva, who studied in London under the Bolashak program, has decided to pursue a doctorate. She shared her experience and thoughts on stereotypes.
August 17, 2026
Kyrgyzstan Responds to KEGOC's Statement on Kazakhstan Blackout
Kyrgyzstan's Energy Ministry responds to KEGOC's statement on the Kazakhstan blackout, saying it's incorrect to blame Kyrgyzstan until the investigation is complete.
August 17, 2026
Housebuilding near train stations to get 'default yes' under new planning changes
UK government introduces new planning rules giving 'default yes' to housebuilding near train stations, including on green belt, to help meet 1.5m homes target by 2029.
August 17, 2026
Еуропадағы орман өрттері: Бельгия, Грекия және Францияда алапат өрт
Еуропадағы орман өрттері: Бельгиядағы ең ірі өрт, Грекиядағы құрбандар, Франция мен Испаниядағы жағдай. Климаттың өзгеруі өрттерді күшейтуде.
August 17, 2026
Golovkin Added to Myrotvorets Database Over Russian Boxer Reinstatement
Gennady Golovkin added to Myrotvorets database over World Boxing's decision to allow Russian and Belarusian boxers. Details on infohub.kz.
August 17, 2026
Bazaar Avenger: Blogger with a Weight Checks Market Scales
A Russian blogger with a weight checks market scales and exposes dishonest sellers. Learn how his method works and what buyers in Kazakhstan can do.
August 17, 2026
How to Get Up to 2.6 Million Tenge for an Accident Under the Europrotocol
In Kazakhstan, Europrotocol payouts increased to 600 MCI (2.6 million tenge) thanks to voluntary 'Tulpar' insurance. Learn the conditions and procedure.
August 17, 2026
Hayden Panettiere, Star of 'Heroes' and 'Nashville,' Dies at 36
Hayden Panettiere, known for 'Heroes' and 'Nashville,' has died at 36. Cause of death not disclosed. Family confirms. Details on infohub.kz.
August 17, 2026
Giant bouquet the size of a car spotted in Almaty
In Almaty, a giant bouquet of roses was spotted being transported on a trailer behind a Gelandewagen. The video sparked debates online: women admire it, men criticize it. Details on infohub.kz.
August 17, 2026
Tragedy in Italy: Parents Drive 100 km with Dead Son, Thinking He Was Asleep
In Italy, parents drove 100 km with their dead son, thinking he was asleep. The tragedy occurred on the way to Turin; the cause of death was a heart attack.
August 17, 2026
Almaty's Most Dangerous Mountain Routes: Rescuers' Warning
Chief rescuer Pavel Voskoboynikov names the most dangerous mountain routes in Almaty, including Medvezhe and Kumbeulsu gorges, and gives safety recommendations for tourists.
August 17, 2026
American receives postcard from deceased parents after 26 years
An American found a postcard in his mailbox sent by his deceased parents 26 years ago. The delayed delivery became a priceless greeting from the past.
August 17, 2026
Brazen Robbery on Kunaev Street: Six Police Squads Detain Suspects in Almaty
In Almaty, a man was robbed on Kunaev Street: six police squads detained the suspects, and the stolen phone was returned to its owner.
August 17, 2026
British Family Survives 16 Hours at Sea Off Thailand
A British tourist and his two sons survived 16 hours in the open sea off Koh Samui, Thailand, after their jet ski capsized. The family was rescued, all alive.