August 7, 2026
Astana to Partially Close Tlendiyev Avenue for Six Days
Astana will partially close Tlendiyev Avenue from August 7 to 12 for road works. Traffic will be organized on one side. Details on infohub.kz.
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August 7, 2026
Earth's Core Changes Direction of Movement: Scientists Baffled
Scientists discovered that liquid metal in Earth's outer core shifted its movement eastward, revealing unknown mechanisms of the planet's magnetic field.
August 7, 2026
Dollar Rate Rises at End of Week in Kazakhstan
The dollar rate rose at the end of the week in Kazakhstan: the exchange rate was 469.93 tenge, the euro – 541.57 tenge. Find out current exchange rates in Astana, Almaty, and Shymkent.
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
Трамп Миллер отставкасы туралы жауап беруден бас тартты
Дональд Трамп Макс Миллердің отставкасы туралы жауап беруден бас тартты. Огайо сенаторлары Миллерді отставкаға кетуге шақырды. Трамп туған жері бойынша азаматтыққа қатысты жаңа жарлықтарға қол қойды.
August 7, 2026
Boeing 737 Max Fuselage Inspections Ordered
FAA orders inspections of Boeing 737 Max fuselages for cracks. The directive affects 471 aircraft, with checks starting in September. No cracks found yet, but similar design to older models raises concerns.
August 7, 2026
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan to Sign Key Defense Agreement
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan are expected to sign a defense agreement on Friday, deepening cooperation between the three regional powers at a time of growing security concerns, Turkish and Pakistani officials said.
August 7, 2026
Netflix cancels David Fincher's American 'Squid Game' spin-off
Netflix has shelved David Fincher's English-language 'Squid Game' spin-off, 'Heckler,' before production. The streamer now eyes local versions.
August 7, 2026
Ancestors of Kazakhs Found in Tamerlane's Army
Historian Leonid Bobrov said that ancestors of Kazakhs, Uzbeks, and Tajiks served in Tamerlane's army. Details in the article.
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
Scientists propose mining asteroids to supply Mars colony
Swiss scientists propose mining metals from asteroids to supply a Mars colony, reducing costs compared to Earth shipments.
August 7, 2026
Prices of 589 Medicines Drop in Kazakhstan in July
In July, prices for 589 medicines in Kazakhstan decreased, covering nearly a quarter of monitored drugs. Details on infohub.kz.
August 7, 2026
Woman in Kokshetau Fails to Turn in Bag with Valuables Worth 3.5M Tenge, Faces Charges
In Kokshetau, police solved a theft of a bag with jewelry worth 3.5M tenge. The suspect took the bag but didn't turn it in, pawning a ring.
August 7, 2026
Ancient and Modern Microbes Found on Ice Mummy Ötzi
Scientists found ancient gut bacteria and modern cold-loving yeasts on the 5,300-year-old ice mummy Ötzi, offering a unique glimpse into the past microbiome.
August 7, 2026
“I’ll keep an eye on everyone”: New Kazakhstan football coach makes first statement
Dutch coach John van ’t Schip made his first statement after being appointed head coach of Kazakhstan’s national football team, reports infohub.kz.
August 7, 2026
UK government says more people working illegally are being arrested and deported
UK government reports increased arrests and deportations for illegal working: over 17,000 arrested, 2,357 deported. Conservatives propose banning foreign nationals from social housing. Protests in Thetford continue.
August 7, 2026
Апта оқиғалары: біліміңізді тексеріңіз
Аптаның басты жаңалықтары: Кембридж профессорының отставкасы, Румыниядағы баржалар, АҚШ-тағы сот процестері, спорт жаңалықтары, климат және денсаулық сақтау саласындағы өзгерістер.
August 7, 2026
Night Shift Work Raises Long COVID Risk by 88%, Study Finds
Night shift work may increase long COVID risk by 88%, and chronic insomnia by 42%, according to a study of 2,941 adults. Disrupted circadian rhythms may impair immune recovery.
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.
August 7, 2026
Which Cars Will Be Allowed into Central Almaty from 2027
From 2027, Almaty will introduce a low-emission zone (LEZ). Permits will be based on actual emissions, not vehicle age. Details on infohub.kz
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
Nurai Serikbai murder: father of defendant berates son for 'shaming family'
In Shymkent court, a transcript of a call between defendant Aymakhan and his father was read, where the father berated him for the murder of Nurai Serikbai. Details on infohub.kz.
August 7, 2026
Comedian Semyon Slepakov faces up to two years in Russian penal colony
A Moscow court held a hearing in absentia in the criminal case against comedian Semyon Slepakov, accused of evading foreign agent duties. He faces up to two years in prison.
August 7, 2026
Sleep Quality Tied to Teen Academic Success More Than Screen Time or Diet
A new study finds that sleep quality is more important than screen time or diet for teens' academic success and social connections, especially for those with mental health issues.