The memo, announced Jan. 8, orders agencies to phase out U.S. membership in 66 groups—31 within the UN system—redirecting funds toward domestic priorities, the White House says.
The Kazakh star couple shared rare Instagram Stories from a family trip to the Maldives as their firstborn, Sezim, turned 18 in January 2026.
A currency freefall, soaring prices and succession jitters are propelling Iran’s latest unrest, with potential spillover for regional stability and global energy markets.
Fisheries inspectors escaped injury on Jan 7 when their quad bike flipped on the Ural (Zhaiyk) River ice; recovery is underway and an internal safety review has begun.
In a Jan 8 Telegram post, the Chechen leader criticized Kyiv’s call for US action and cautioned that seeking outside involvement could escalate the war’s scope.
The Energy Ministry seeks a temporary manager to keep operations and jobs stable at confiscated oil assets in Mangystau until a state auction determines their new owner.
Kazakhstan moves to extend Talgat Baysufinov through the Nations League, aiming for stability as the team enters League C as a top seed ahead of the 12 February 2026 draw.
Moscow’s warships are accompanying the tanker Marinera in the North Atlantic, raising stakes for energy shipping and sanctions enforcement after the vessel renamed from Bella 1.
A rapid 1,000 km² helicopter survey to 600 m depth now moves to AI analysis, aiming to pinpoint targets sooner and de-risk investment in Kazakhstan’s mining sector.
National Bank data show November net outflows from Kazakh deposits as customers reallocate to higher-yield, flexible tools; see the biggest moves among household and corporate accounts.
Ankara’s Somali coast spaceport, announced Dec. 31 by President Erdoğan, aims to cut launch costs with equatorial advantage and open sea corridors, boosting Turkey’s commercial and defense ambitions.
On Jan 7, Bagdat Ashimova shared a heartfelt note about losing People’s Artist Asanali Ashimov, recalling 23 years together and the “three minutes” that changed everything.
A 2019 NIS Aktau graduate, Bizhanova will lecture at Oxford and pursue a doctorate from 2025—an encouraging milestone for Kazakhstan’s growing presence in global academia.
A Maryland Democrat seeks Trump’s impeachment over an unapproved Venezuela operation as a New York court sets March 17 for the Maduro case, intensifying the U.S. war-powers debate.
New CCTV footage narrows the search in Atyrau after two parents were found dead; relatives flagged unusual messages as authorities sweep a 20-km radius with divers and a drone.
Residents on the waiting list in Nura, Karaganda region, are rejecting state-purchased apartments over damp, mold and drafts, despite each unit costing about 20 million tenge.
In a Jan. 6 Instagram post, the 40-year-old urged citizens to drop the habit, calling it a matter of public hygiene and shared respect.
A five-year property dispute between director Akhan Sataev and ex-wife Nazira Bakaeva has resurfaced online, raising questions about children’s rights and post-divorce settlements.
Kazakh police arrested a 45-year-old wanted since 2021 for alleged fraud, detaining him in Zholymbet after years of low-profile work in Shymkent and Astana.
Lawmakers will weigh added funding after an audit, as the 2022 project nears 70% completion and aims to deliver reliable drinking water to nearby villages by July.
IMF estimates place Kazakhstan among the 50 largest economies, with GDP near $300B and 5.6% average growth since 2000—an encouraging signal for investors eyeing Central Asia.
From 2026, select B1/B2 travelers must post a refundable bond and enter via three U.S. airports as part of a State Department effort to curb overstays.
IMF-based ranking places Kazakhstan among the world's 50 largest economies, highlighting 5.6% average real GDP growth over 2000–2025 and strengthening its investment appeal.
Officers fanned out on Jan 6 to enforce snow and ice clearing, warning that violations carry 20–100 MCI fines under Article 505 as the city moves to keep walkways safe.