February 19, 2026
Can Smokers Fast During Ramadan? Renowned Imam Nurlan Answers
A prominent religious figure clarifies whether individuals who smoke can observe the Ramadan fast, offering guidance on habit management during the holy month.
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February 19, 2026
Kazakhstan Debates Alimony: Fathers Demand Accountability, Mothers Cite Insufficiency
A heated debate is underway in Kazakhstan regarding alimony payments, with fathers seeking transparency in how funds are spent and mothers arguing the amounts are often inadequate.
February 19, 2026
Kazakhstan's Historic Kapal-Arasan Resort Faces Uncertain Future
Once a renowned Soviet-era health retreat, Kazakhstan's Kapal-Arasan resort is on the brink of disappearing, with plans for revitalization underway.
February 19, 2026
Kazakhstan Short Track Skaters Miss Olympic Finals Amidst Unfulfilled Medal Hopes
Kazakhstan's top short track speed skaters, Denis Nikisha and Abzal Azhgaliyev, failed to reach the finals in the 500m event at the Olympics, continuing the nation's medal drought in the sport.
February 19, 2026
Kazakhstan to Scrutinize Foreign Artists' Concerts Under New Law
Kazakhstan introduces new regulations requiring local authorities to approve foreign artists' repertoires and concert content to align with national values.
February 19, 2026
Kazakhstan Braces for Sudden Cold Snap and Strong Winds This Weekend
Kazakhstan's weather is set to drastically change with a storm warning issued for February 19th, bringing snow, blizzards, and icy roads to many regions.
February 19, 2026
Luxury French Apartments Linked to Kairat Satybaldy Go Up for Sale
Exclusive apartments in Antibes, France, previously owned by Kairat Satybaldy, have been listed for sale, with proceeds expected to go to the Kazakh budget.
February 19, 2026
New Tourist Trail to Iconic Big Almaty Lake to Be Completed by 2026
A new 5.3 km pedestrian route is being constructed to enhance tourism at the stunning Big Almaty Lake, with an estimated project cost of 665 million tenge.
February 19, 2026
Kazakh Military Commanders Dismissed After Soldier Assaulted
Several military leaders in Kazakhstan's Zhambyl region have been removed from their posts following an incident where a soldier was beaten and injured.
February 19, 2026
Almaty Youth Theatre's Grand Reopening Delayed Again, Project Cost Soars
The much-anticipated reopening of Almaty's Youth Theatre has been postponed by a month, with the total project cost now reaching 23.9 billion tenge.
February 19, 2026
Kazakhstan Embraces New Law to Boost Creative Industries
President Tokayev signs landmark legislation aimed at revitalizing Kazakhstan's cultural sector and fostering economic growth through creativity.
February 19, 2026
Elite Parking Spot Sold in Astana, Apartments Ignored
An exclusive parking space in a high-end Astana residential complex sold at auction, while apartments in the same buildings failed to attract any bids.
February 18, 2026
Kazakhstan's Most Popular Toll Roads Revealed: Millions of Annual Trips
Discover which toll roads in Kazakhstan see the most traffic, with millions of journeys recorded annually. Find out about upcoming toll road expansions.
February 18, 2026
Kyzylorda Region's Leadership: A Legacy of Public Service in the Governor's Team
An in-depth look at the Kyzylorda regional administration reveals a striking pattern: many top officials have fathers with extensive careers in public service.
February 18, 2026
Sabina Altynbekova Confirms Volleyball Career Continues After Astana Club Departure
Renowned Kazakhstani volleyball player Sabina Altynbekova has announced her intention to continue her professional sports career following her departure from the Astana club.
February 18, 2026
Former Kyrgyz Security Chief Tashiev Spotted in Spain, Fuels Ex-President Atambaev Meeting Rumors
Speculation mounts as former Kyrgyz official Kamchybek Tashiev is seen in Spain, where ex-President Almazbek Atambayev also resides, sparking political discussions.
February 18, 2026
Singer Aidana Medenova Reveals Marriage Details, Including Husband's Past
Kazakh singer Aidana Medenova opens up about her marriage, sharing previously unknown details about her husband's past and their blended family.
February 18, 2026
Armenia Proposes Selling Russian-Controlled Railways to Kazakhstan
Armenia's Prime Minister suggests a friendly nation like Kazakhstan could purchase the concession for the country's railways from Russia to boost competitiveness.
February 18, 2026
Online Casino Organizer Extradited from Georgia to Kazakhstan
An alleged organizer of an illegal online casino, suspected of processing over 3.1 billion tenge, has been extradited from Georgia to Kazakhstan.
February 18, 2026
Prosecutor Detained in Aktobe: What We Know So Far
An official statement has been released regarding the detention of a prosecutor in Aktobe, with investigations currently underway.
February 18, 2026
Scientist's Authorship of Sunflower Hybrid Patent Upheld by Court
A court has ruled to keep a scientist on the patent for a sunflower hybrid, recognizing their research and creative contributions.
February 18, 2026
Almaty Residents Demand Fair Resolution Amidst Demolition Plans
Residents of Almaty's Aynabulak-3 district are fighting to protect their homes from demolition, citing lack of transparency and due process.
February 18, 2026
Men Arrested After Attempting to Abduct 13-Year-Old Girl in Taraz
Authorities apprehended two men in Taraz who attempted to force a 13-year-old girl into a vehicle. The incident was captured on surveillance footage.
February 18, 2026
1975 Atyrau Missile Tragedy: Soviet Cover-Up and Lingering Scars
A military missile crash in 1975 near Atyrau, Kazakhstan, killed eight people, a tragedy the Soviet government tried to conceal.