Kazakhstan set a 970 tenge minimum for a 20-pack from Jan 1, 2026, and fixed tobacco excise at 18,051 tenge per 1,000 sticks, with further increases scheduled through 2030.
High traffic caused temporary limits in Halyk Bank’s app on Jan 5, 2026, leaving some users unable to sign in or pay; the bank says engineers are stabilizing services.
The Almaty club’s shortlist nod highlights Kazakhstan’s rise in futsal, with the winner due Jan 7 and two Kazakh teams already into the UEFA futsal quarter-finals.
Kazakhstan’s top player opens 2026 still in the Top 5 as the WTA reshuffle lifts Amanda Anisimova to No.3 and sets up Elena Rybakina’s Brisbane opener against China’s Zhang Shuai.
Disney and 20th Century Studios are targeting December 19, 2025 for Avatar 3, with James Cameron and Weta FX advancing 3D and underwater capture as the core cast returns.
Tokayev orders a four-point reduction to the proposed VAT hike, signaling a softer 2026 tax reform to ease pressure on businesses and consumers.
Almaty is set for a 24/7 push as Tokayev orders upgrades to tourism, staffing and city lighting to spur SMEs and meet CNN Travel’s 2025 spotlight.
Actionable guidance for all 12 signs this Monday, Jan 5, 2026—what to prioritize in plans, mood and routines as the week begins, plus when to trust intuition and conserve energy.
In a Jan 5 interview, Tokayev said the pre-New Year Kremlin meeting with Nazarbayev was informal and arranged at the ex-president’s request, addressing public speculation.
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The opposition figure’s Jan 5 video thrusts the military into a pivotal role as courts and foreign pressure shape Venezuela’s next steps after the disputed July 28, 2024 vote.
Kyiv signals a dual track—stepped-up diplomacy and continued front-line defense—as a short truce near the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant enables repairs before key European meetings.
Brussels urged respect for Venezuelans’ will and international law, signaling support for a negotiated path to stability as the UN Security Council readies an emergency session.
A Jan. 4 phone interview and fresh social media signals revive Washington’s Greenland push as Denmark stresses sovereignty amid rising Arctic competition.
Kazhydromet warns of deteriorating air quality in Almaty and Atyrau on Jan 5 due to fog, weak winds and inversion; residents are urged to limit outdoor time and follow health guidance.
Caracas alleges heavy losses in a U.S.-led operation to detain Nicolás Maduro, with reports of up to 40 dead and more than 150 aircraft used; key details remain unverified.
Kazakhstan’s Interior Ministry urges motorists to trust official channels after clarifying on Jan. 5, 2026 that a viral WhatsApp audio about document rules is false.
Trump signaled a tougher U.S. stance on Venezuela in a Jan. 4 interview, warning interim leader Delcy Rodríguez of consequences if Washington’s demands are ignored.
Snow, fog and black ice are set to disrupt travel across Kazakhstan on Monday, with winds up to 15–23 m/s; see the regional breakdown and safety tips.
Vladimir Padrino López says dozens may be dead and over 150 aircraft were used, as the UN calls an emergency session and key details remain unverified.
Snow, fog, ice and strong gusts are forecast Monday across multiple regions, with visibility dropping and travel disruptions possible in cities from Astana to Almaty.
A horrific incident has occurred in the Keles district of the Turkestan region. A 15-year-old schoolgirl gave birth to a child fathered by her 71-year-old neighbor. After the crime was revealed, enraged local residents caused a commotion, demanding that the suspect's family leave the village.
Russia and Turkmenistan have launched a "Simplified Customs Corridor," strengthening direct links across the Caspian Sea. This historic agreement could sideline Kazakhstan from the "North-South" international corridor and diminish Astana's transit significance.
The Ministry of Labor of the Republic of Kazakhstan has identified 484 families with a high level of well-being among applicants for state support. This was uncovered using a new scoring model being tested in the Karaganda region and the city of Shymkent.