September 1, 2026
Almaty Metro Sees Sharp Passenger Surge on September 1
On September 1, the Almaty metro saw a sharp rise in passenger traffic: about 40,000 people were transported in the first half of the day. Details on infohub.kz.
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September 1, 2026
Plants' Built-In Season Meter: How They Predict Weather Without a Smartphone
Scientists discovered how plants predict seasons using epigenetic memory and a built-in biochemical meter, ignoring random temperature fluctuations.
September 1, 2026
Lukashenko: SCO Should Not Turn into UN
Lukashenko at SCO+ summit warned the organization against becoming like the UN, urging concrete actions for multipolarity.
September 1, 2026
Kazakhstan breaks up international drug cartel that recruited via fake job ads
Kazakhstan's Interior Ministry, as part of an international operation, dismantled a drug cartel that recruited people via fake job ads. Suspects detained, drugs seized.
September 1, 2026
inDrive disables 33,000 driver accounts in Kazakhstan
inDrive disabled 33,000 driver accounts in Kazakhstan for car substitution and violations. The company held a safety training for 100 drivers.
September 1, 2026
Abandoned Satybaldy Hotel in Almaty to Become IT Hub
The abandoned hotel near the Esentai River in Almaty will be renovated into an IT hub, not demolished. The investor will fund repairs, and the building will be handed over to the Digitalization Department.
September 1, 2026
AltynEx Cuts Top Management Pay 3.6-Fold
AltynEx Company cut board payments 3.6-fold in 2025. Details on board composition, profit, and shareholders.
September 1, 2026
Why the tenge strengthened in August: oil and tax period
Economist Ruslan Sultanov explains the tenge's August strengthening: oil price growth and tax period. The rate strengthened by 2.8% to 462.3 tenge per dollar.
September 1, 2026
Tropical Storm Edouard Approaches Texas and Louisiana, Another Storm Heads for Hawaii
Tropical Storm Edouard approaches Texas and Louisiana, bringing heavy rain and flooding risks. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Lowell heads toward Hawaii, and Hurricane Karina remains a powerful Category 4 storm in the Pacific.
September 1, 2026
Supreme Court allows Trump's White House ballroom construction to continue
The Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to continue construction on a $400 million ballroom at the White House, rejecting a challenge from preservation groups.
September 1, 2026
UK House Prices Rise for First Time Since April, Says Nationwide
UK house prices rose 0.2% in August, the first increase since April, according to Nationwide. Annual growth reached 1.6%, but remains below forecasts.
September 1, 2026
Where in Kazakhstan Did Prices Rise the Most?
Inflation in Kazakhstan slowed to 9.8% in August 2026. Find out which regions saw the biggest price hikes and which goods rose the most.
September 1, 2026
Court Acquits Sports Ground Manager in Death of Boy Hit by Goalposts
Court in Uralsk acquits sports ground manager in case of boy's death from falling goalposts. Details and reaction from the victim's father.
September 1, 2026
Kazakhstan Proposes Payouts for Medical Workers Attacked on the Job
Kazakhstan's Health Ministry proposes insurance payouts for medical workers attacked on the job. Draft order open for public discussion until September 16.
September 1, 2026
Scientists Explain Why Humans See the World in Four Pure Colors
Berkeley scientists explain why humans see the world in four pure colors: red, yellow, green, and blue. The limited natural palette shaped an efficient visual system.
September 1, 2026
UN Declares April 22 International Greening Day on Kazakhstan's Initiative
The UN General Assembly, on Kazakhstan's initiative, declared April 22 as the International Day of Greening of the Planet. The resolution was supported by 32 states.
September 1, 2026
Kazakhstan to Charge Foreigners for Entry: New Rules from 2026
Kazakhstan introduces entry fees for foreigners: from 2026, a QazETA permit will be required. Cost starts at 3,900 tenge online. Phased rollout from August to December.
September 1, 2026
Kazakhstan Named Most Expensive EAEU Country for Comfortable Retirement
Kazakhstan ranks 72nd in NetCredit/Numbeo retirement cost index, requiring $294k for comfortable pension, making it the priciest EAEU nation.
September 1, 2026
Mortgage at 2% for Orphans: Conditions at Otbasy Bank
Orphans can get a mortgage at 2% from Otbasy Bank. Learn the conditions: 20% quota, age limits, income requirements, and automatic verification.
September 1, 2026
Lamborghini Unveils Luxury Stroller Priced at $5,000
Lamborghini and Silver Cross unveil limited-edition Reef AL Giallo stroller at $5,000. Bright yellow design, polycarbonate carrycot, 500 units.
September 1, 2026
Ресейдің түнгі шабуылынан Украинада 12 адам қаза тапты
Ресейдің Украинаға түнгі шабуылынан 12 адам қаза тауып, ондаған адам жарақаттанды. Зеленский Одессадағы жарықсыз қалу мен шекара өткелінің зақымдануын хабарлады.
September 1, 2026
Kazakhstan's Annual Inflation Slows to 9.8%
Kazakhstan's annual inflation slowed to 9.8% in August, the lowest in 1.5 years. See which goods fell and rose in price.
September 1, 2026
First Class Hours Held in Astana Schools for Knowledge Day
On September 1, Astana schools held first class hours dedicated to the Constitution of Kazakhstan and Adal Azamat values. Over 337,000 children started the new school year.
September 1, 2026
Kazakh Parents Complain About Worn-Out Textbooks: 'Half the Pages Are Missing'
Parents in Shymkent complain about worn-out textbooks: 'half the pages are missing'. The education department allocated 2 billion tenge for new books, but replacement promises to be gradual.