August 22, 2026
Astana Schools to Enroll About 35,000 First-Graders in 2026-2027 Academic Year
Astana schools plan to enroll about 35,000 first-graders in 2026-2027, 4,000 more than last year. Document submission is already underway.
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August 22, 2026
Pavlodar Airport resumes operations after runway reconstruction
Pavlodar Airport resumes operations after runway reconstruction. First flight Astana–Pavlodar. From September 1, commercial flights to Almaty and Novosibirsk.
August 22, 2026
Qarmet Advances Second Phase of Gasification at Temirtau Plant
Qarmet advances second phase of gasification at Temirtau plant, switching converter and lime kiln shops to natural gas, boosting efficiency and cutting emissions.
August 22, 2026
Teen Rescues Child from Lake in Karaganda Region
13-year-old Nuraly Alkhan saved a four-year-old child on Lake Semizbugay in the Karaganda region. Details of the heroic act and award from the police.
August 22, 2026
Kazakhstan's World Champion Receives Car Keys
In Aktobe, world champion U20 in Greco-Roman wrestling Qazbek Kalmagambetov was presented with car keys. Details on infohub.kz.
August 22, 2026
Mangystau to Modernize 61 Emergency Homes by 2029
In Mangystau, 61 emergency houses will be modernized by 2029: residents relocated, new homes built, and old ones demolished. Projects are underway in Zhanaozen, Beyneu, and Karakiya districts.
August 22, 2026
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. passes final concussion tests, expected to return Saturday
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. passed final concussion tests and is expected to return Saturday. The Blue Jays also made several roster moves, including placing Josh Smith on the IL.
August 22, 2026
NHL Referee Garrett Rank Wins 4th Canadian Mid-Amateur Golf Title
NHL referee Garrett Rank wins his fourth Canadian Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship with a 6-foot par putt at Brantford Golf & Country Club.
August 22, 2026
Auezov Theater After Renovation: What the Building Looks Like Now
Aida Balayeva showed the current state of the Auezov Theater after renovation. Demolition is complete, and work is underway to reinforce structures. Learn more.
August 22, 2026
AI-Powered Drones Help Kazakh Emergency Services Save 63 Lives
Kazakhstan's Emergency Ministry uses 241 drones, 185 with AI. Since 2025, UAVs have conducted over 5,000 operations and saved 63 lives. Details on infohub.kz
August 22, 2026
Kazakhstan's Water Sector Investments Surge to 677 Billion Tenge
Investments in Kazakhstan's water sector grew to 677 billion tenge over two years, up 79%. Funds will go to construction and modernization of infrastructure.
August 22, 2026
Pavlodar Woman with Disability Struggles to Find Official Job
Madina Abdygazizova, a 44-year-old visually impaired woman from Pavlodar, can't find official work despite a massage therapist diploma. The employment center offers options but so far without success.
August 22, 2026
Canada vows to match Trump’s 50% tariffs after trade deal talks fail
Canada's PM Mark Carney vows to match US 50% tariffs dollar for dollar after trade talks fail. The US tariffs will affect about $20bn of Canadian goods.
August 22, 2026
Former Tax Chief in Kostanay Region Sentenced for Fraud
Former tax chief in Kostanay region sentenced for fraud: demanded 7 million tenge for a non-existent problem, received 5 million, sentenced to 2 years 7 months.
August 22, 2026
Kazakh Man Wins Court Battle to Boost Pension by Proving 12 Years of Work
A court in Zhambyl region confirmed a man's 12-year work history at a liquidated cooperative, enabling him to increase his pension.
August 22, 2026
Things to Do in Astana in the Remaining Summer Days: Ideas for Leisure
Summer in Astana: excursions, picnics, Marc Chagall exhibition, Ferris wheel, and outdoor yoga. Ideas for leisure in the capital of Kazakhstan.
August 22, 2026
Dodgers Not for Sale, Says President Stan Kasten
Dodgers president Stan Kasten confirms the team is not for sale, addressing speculation after Mark Walter's Lakers sale. He also denies any investigation involving the Dodgers.
August 22, 2026
АҚШ-Канада сауда келісімі: мерзім аяқталуға сағаттар қалғанда
АҚШ-Канада сауда келісімі мерзімі аяқталуға сағаттар қалғанда, тараптар келісімге қол жеткізуге тырысуда. Канада премьер-министрі Марк Карни келісімді қабылдату үшін қиын күрес жүргізуде.
August 22, 2026
Turkey Seeks Interpol Red Notice for Netanyahu
Turkey has requested Interpol to issue a red notice for Israeli PM Netanyahu over the Sumud flotilla attack, with charges including crimes against humanity and genocide.
August 22, 2026
S&P raises Kazakhstan's credit rating to BBB for first time since 2016
S&P Global Ratings raised Kazakhstan's sovereign credit rating to BBB, the first upgrade since 2016, citing economic resilience and strong reserves. GDP growth expected at 5.1% by 2026.
August 22, 2026
Trump calls Strait of Hormuz 'American territory'
Trump calls Strait of Hormuz 'American territory' amid ongoing blockade of Iran. Iran dismisses remarks as 'delusions'. Read more on infohub.kz.
August 22, 2026
TikTok Agrees to $400M Settlement with US DOJ
TikTok agrees to $400M settlement with US DOJ, ending a 2024 lawsuit over children's privacy violations. The settlement includes $300M immediate payment and $100M later.
August 22, 2026
PWHL champions Victoire's Walter Cup trophy goes missing
The PWHL champion Montreal Victoire's Walter Cup trophy has gone missing after not arriving in Lethbridge, Alberta. The league is working with the shipping company to locate it.
August 22, 2026
Kazakh Youth Embrace Kumis, but Alcohol Content Can Reach Beer Levels
Kumis is popular among youth, but fermentation gives it alcohol. An experiment showed 2.45 promille after a glass. Drivers should avoid it before driving.