February 21, 2026
Singer Dilnaz Akhmadieva: Kazakh Language is a Duty for All Citizens
Renowned singer Dilnaz Akhmadieva emphasizes the importance of knowing the Kazakh language, especially for those in customer service roles.
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February 21, 2026
Powerful Winds Damage 25 Structures, Cause Outages in Jambyl Region
Strong winds in the T. Ryskulov district of Jambyl region damaged roofs and disrupted electricity and gas supplies to several villages.
February 21, 2026
Kazakh Teen's 'Joke' About Mall Bombing Leads to Freedom Restriction
A teenager in Kostanay faced legal consequences for spreading false bomb threat information, resulting in a one-year restriction of his freedom.
February 21, 2026
Kazakhstan Freestyle Skiers Reach Olympic Team Final in Italy
Kazakhstan's freestyle skiers competed in the team event final at the Winter Olympics in Italy, showcasing their skills on the world stage.
February 21, 2026
Shymbulak Ski Resort Hit by Fierce Winds: Cable Cars Sway, Tree Falls
Strong winds caused significant disruption at Shymbulak, with cable car cabins seen swaying violently and a large tree falling onto a road. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
February 21, 2026
Almaty Residents Witness Dramatic Skies as Strong Winds and Unusual Clouds Arrive
A sudden strong wind and striking cloud formations surprised Almaty residents, sparking discussions online about the unusual weather phenomenon.
February 21, 2026
Kazakh Official Earns Millions Despite State Airport's Losses
A Kazakh city council deputy and president of a state-owned airport reported significant personal earnings despite the airport operating at a loss.
February 21, 2026
Kazakhstan Opens Hunting Season Amid Wildlife Concerns
New regulations and limits for hunting in Kazakhstan raise questions about the future of bird and animal populations, with specific concerns for saiga and wolves.
February 21, 2026
Astana Firefighters Battle Blaze in Two-Story Building
Firefighters responded to a significant fire in a two-story building in Astana, successfully containing and extinguishing the blaze.
February 21, 2026
Kyrgyzstan Overhauls National Security Committee to Boost Prestige
Kyrgyzstan's President Sadyr Japarov announces a sweeping reform of the National Security Committee (UKK) aimed at restoring its reputation and improving its effectiveness.
February 21, 2026
Aktau Residents Await Utility Bills Amidst Contractor Changes
Aktau residents are experiencing delays in receiving paper utility bills for January. The local utility provider is addressing the issue with a new contractor.
February 21, 2026
Janiek Alimkhanuly Retains WBO Titles Despite One-Year Ban
Kazakh boxer Janibek Alimkhanuly will keep his championship belts despite a one-year suspension following a doping violation, with the WBO outlining future mandatory bouts.
February 21, 2026
Kazakhstan and Russia Conduct Joint Air Defense Exercise
Kazakhstan and Russia are holding joint air defense drills from February 20 to March 10 to enhance operational readiness and airspace security.
February 21, 2026
Simple Brain Exercise Slashes Dementia Risk by 40%, New Study Reveals
Engaging your mind with activities like reading and learning a new language can significantly reduce the risk of dementia and cognitive decline later in life.
February 21, 2026
Shymkent Financial Pyramid Mastermind Sentenced to 10 Years for $1.3M Fraud
A Shymkent court has sentenced 10 individuals for operating a financial pyramid scheme that defrauded citizens of over 600 million tenge (approximately $1.3 million).
February 21, 2026
Actress Apologizes for 10-Year-Old Parody to Popular Singer
A Kazakh actress publicly apologized to singer Zhanar Aizhanova for a parody performed a decade ago, sparking online discussion.
February 21, 2026
Russian Su-30 Fighter Jet Makes Emergency Landing in Atyrau
A Russian Su-30 fighter jet made an unexpected emergency landing at Atyrau International Airport due to technical reasons. The aircraft has since returned to Russia.
February 21, 2026
Kairat Nurtas Honors Denis Ten's Mother, Cites Resemblance
Kazakh singer Kairat Nurtas met with Оксана Ten, mother of the late figure skater Denis Ten, expressing admiration and offering support.
February 21, 2026
Kazakhstan Weather Alert: Snowstorms in North, Rain in South on Feb 21
Kazakhstan braces for extreme weather shifts on February 21, with snowstorms and frost expected in the north and rain and warmth in the south.
February 20, 2026
Mother of Suspect in Atyrau Tragedy Explains Hair Shaving Incident
The mother of the suspect in a tragic Atyrau incident reveals new details about why her daughter-in-law's hair was shaved, contradicting official accounts.
February 20, 2026
Mystery Aircraft Over Kazakhstan Identified as Uzbek President's Plane
An unidentified aircraft flying over Kazakhstan, initially speculated to be a US military plane, has been confirmed as belonging to the President of Uzbekistan.
February 20, 2026
Kazakhstan Social Aid: Ministry Debunks Misinformation on Automatic Payments
Kazakhstan's Ministry of Labor clarifies that social assistance is not automatically granted to all applicants, emphasizing specific eligibility criteria.
February 20, 2026
New Director Appointed for KazMunayGas Subsidiary 'Bolashak Operating'
Jiyesbek Orunbasarov has been appointed as the new General Director of 'Bolashak Operating', a subsidiary of KazMunayGas, overseeing significant exploration and production projects.
February 20, 2026
Retired Border Guard Dogs Sold for Bargain Prices in Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan's Border Guard Service auctioned off veteran dogs, sparking debate about animal welfare and the value placed on service animals.