August 11, 2026
Kazakhstan Warns of New Scam with Fake Documents
Kazakhstan warns of a new scam involving fake documents from the financial regulator, promising to return lost money. Citizens urged to stay vigilant.
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August 11, 2026
Football goal falls on child during training in Astana
In Astana, football goalposts fell on a child during training. The KFF expressed concern and launched an investigation. The injured child was hospitalized.
August 11, 2026
Road Rage in Almaty: ROX Driver Knocks Opponent Unconscious
In Almaty, a ROX driver punched another motorist, who lost consciousness. Police have opened a criminal case for causing bodily harm.
August 11, 2026
Syria's ex-President Bashar Assad sentenced to death in absentia
A Damascus court sentenced former Syrian President Bashar Assad to death in absentia for intentional murder and crimes against humanity, along with Atef Najib.
August 11, 2026
Otbasy Bank to Change Rules for State Bonus Payments to Depositors
Otbasy Bank will change state bonus rules: only those saving for housing and without a home will qualify. Changes affect new depositors only.
August 11, 2026
Astana Mayor's Father Expands Mining Sector Presence
Mahmud Kasymbekov, father of Astana's mayor, registers new mining company Zhetisu Resources Ltd in AIFC, expanding his mining assets.
August 11, 2026
Kia Sportage driver punished for driving onto Balkhash beach
A Kia Sportage driver was fined for driving onto a beach at Lake Balkhash. The incident was captured on video and reported to police, leading to a citation for petty hooliganism.
August 11, 2026
Two Sections of Tole Bi Street in Almaty to Close for LRT Construction
Tole Bi Street in Almaty will be closed on two sections from 22:00 Aug 11 to 6:00 Aug 12 for LRT prep work. Details on infohub.kz.
August 11, 2026
Сирия соты Асадты өлім жазасына кесті
Сирия соты бұрынғы президент Башар Асад пен оның інісін адамзатқа қарсы қылмыстар үшін сырттай өлім жазасына кесті. Атеф Наджиб те өлім жазасына кесілді.
August 11, 2026
South Africa mine deaths: 14 artisanal miners killed, scores injured
At least 14 artisanal miners are dead and scores injured at a disused mine in South Africa, police said. The incident occurred near Rustenburg, northwest of Johannesburg.
August 11, 2026
Anne Hathaway Claps Back at Fake Baby Bump Claims
Anne Hathaway responds to haters who claimed her baby bump at the premiere was fake, saying 'Hair is fake, belly is real.' The actress is expecting her third child.
August 11, 2026
Kazakhstan Reveals Timeline for Caller ID on Unknown Numbers
First Vice Minister Rostislav Konyashkin discusses the timeline for launching a system to label official calls to protect against fraudsters. Details on infohub.kz.
August 11, 2026
Rescuers Find Three Teens in Ayusai Gorge
Rescuers found three teenagers in the Ayusai Gorge after they lost their way descending from Bolshoy Almatinsky Peak. Details on infohub.kz.
August 11, 2026
Night raids in Almaty: 76 traffic violations in one shift
In Almaty, police conducted night raids, detecting 76 traffic violations, including two drunk drivers. Operations took place in accident-prone areas of Alatau district.
August 11, 2026
Housing Queue Scandal: Otbasy Bank Head Comments on Selling Places
Otbasy Bank head Lyazzat Ibragimova commented on the scandal over selling housing queue places: employees moved people up for a fee, criminal cases opened.
August 11, 2026
Kazakhstanis to Send Traditional Korimdik and Suyinshi via Aitu Messenger
Aitu messenger to introduce traditional money transfers korimdik, suyinshi, and asar, plus digital shezhire and auto-translation. Plans to grow audience to 3.8 million.
August 11, 2026
Pavlodar completes renovation of 70-year-old city hospital for 12.3 billion tenge
Pavlodar's city hospital No. 1 reopens after a three-year renovation costing 12.3 billion tenge, including modern equipment and full infrastructure upgrades.
August 11, 2026
Why Otbasy Bank's mortgage feels like a quest, explained by Ibragimova
Otbasy Bank chairwoman Lyazzat Ibragimova explains why getting a mortgage feels like a quest: strict requirements and long waits are tied to low rates and savings.
August 11, 2026
Chinese bookings for flights to Almaty surge 20-fold
Chinese bookings for flights to Almaty surge 20-fold after Air Astana partners with Ctrip. Campaign reached 75.3 million users.
August 11, 2026
Түнгі соққы: Ресей Украинаға Солтүстік Корея зымырандарын қолданды — Зеленский
Ресейдің Запорожьеге түнгі шабуылы: 6 адам қаза тапты, Зеленский Солтүстік Корея зымырандары қолданылғанын мәлімдеді. Сонымен қатар, Венгрия жаңа президент сайлайды.
August 11, 2026
Road Rage: Countries with the Most Dangerous Drivers
A study reveals countries with the most aggressive drivers: Italy, the UK, and the US. Learn about the causes of road rage and tips for tourists.
August 11, 2026
Kazakhstan to Automate Traditional Money Transfers in Aitu Messenger
Kazakhstan plans to automate traditional money transfers (suyinshi, korimdik, asar, sadaqa) via the Aitu messenger. Family history storage and auto-translation will also be available.
August 11, 2026
Jury Acquits Woman in Husband's Stabbing Death in Almaty Region
A jury in the Almaty region acquitted a woman charged with murdering her husband during a domestic dispute. The court found her not guilty, lifting detention and dismissing civil claims.
August 11, 2026
Impact of Higher Sufficiency Thresholds on Otbasy Bank Demand
Otbasy Bank chairperson Lyazzat Ibragimova said that raising sufficiency thresholds did not reduce demand; growth exceeded 20%, and rejections did not increase.