April 3, 2026
Astana-1 Station Unveils Modernized Design Amidst Cost Escalation
Kazakhstan Railways reveals ambitious plans for the historic Astana-1 station, detailing significant upgrades and the reasons behind the project's evolving budget.
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April 3, 2026
Astana Plans Multi-Level Roads Inspired by Tokyo and Seoul to Ease Traffic
Astana is developing a project for multi-level roads, similar to Tokyo and Seoul, to significantly reduce traffic congestion. The initiative is currently in the design phase.
April 3, 2026
Almaty Cracks Down: Over 2,000 Vehicles Impounded in Major Traffic Operation
Almaty police impounded over 2,000 vehicles and identified thousands of violations during a two-day traffic safety operation aimed at serious offenses.
April 3, 2026
Kazakhstan Sanatorium Fails to Sell for 9 Years Despite Price Hikes
A regional akimat has been trying to sell its stake in the "Aқzhaiyk" sanatorium for nearly a decade, with recent attempts to list it for 1.4 billion tenge proving unsuccessful.
April 2, 2026
KREC Co-Founder Artem Brovkov Dies in Serious Car Accident in US
Artem Brovkov, the influential co-founder of the Russian rap group KREC, has tragically passed away following a severe car crash in the United States.
April 2, 2026
Q-Pop Star Aigerim Mergenbay Announces Pregnancy: A New Chapter Begins
Popular Q-pop singer and actress Aigerim Mergenbay (C.C.TAY) shared joyful news of her upcoming motherhood, marking a significant new phase in her life.
April 2, 2026
Kazakhstan Sees 3-Fold Rise in Extreme Poverty, Rural Areas Hit Hardest
A significant increase in poverty is affecting Kazakhstan, with rural populations and large families disproportionately impacted.
April 2, 2026
Renowned Kazakh Theater Scholar Gulzhikhan Zhanspayeva Passes Away
Kazakhstan mourns the loss of Gulzhikhan Zhanspayeva, a pioneering theater scholar and the first rector of the T. Zhurgenov Kazakh National Academy of Arts.
April 2, 2026
Kazakh Tenge Strengthens Sharply, Dollar Plummets in Exchange Offices
The Kazakh tenge has seen a significant strengthening against the US dollar, leading to a sharp drop in exchange rates across the country. Discover the reasons behind this shift.
April 2, 2026
Astana Drivers Face Higher Costs Under New Parking Regulations
New parking rules in Astana mean drivers who violate regulations will face significantly higher fees for towing and storage, potentially costing thousands of tenge.
April 2, 2026
Jazira Bairbekova Shares Transformative Experience at Psychological Retreat
Kazakh singer Jazira Bairbekova reflects on a profound psychological retreat led by coach Ainur Tursynbaeva, discovering new aspects of herself and the power of words.
April 2, 2026
13-Year-Old Boy Missing in Karaganda Region; Desperate Plea for Help
A 13-year-old boy, Beibarys Rys, is missing in the Karaganda region. A large-scale search operation is underway.
April 2, 2026
Kazakhstan's Russian Oil Transit to China Extended to 2027
Kazakhstan has secured an extended US permit to transit Russian oil to China, ensuring continued revenue and market stability.
April 2, 2026
Earthquake Recorded in Kyrgyzstan: Seismologists Share Details
Kazakhstan's seismologists have detected an earthquake in neighboring Kyrgyzstan. Get the latest information on its magnitude and epicenter.
April 2, 2026
Kazakh Restaurant Owner: "The Real Challenges for Food Service Are Yet to Come"
A co-founder of popular Kazakh brands like Eva Coffee and Tang Ramen Bar believes the current situation is a market redistribution, not a crisis, and outlines future challenges.
April 2, 2026
Two Boys Allegedly Abused for Days by Relatives in Shymkent
A disturbing case has emerged in Shymkent where relatives are accused of sexually assaulting two minors over several days. Police have launched an investigation.
April 2, 2026
Akmola Boarding Schools Fail Nutrition Audits, Exposing Systemic Issues
An audit of 14 boarding schools in Akmola region revealed significant shortcomings in child nutrition and financial management, leading to calls for systemic reform.
April 2, 2026
NASA's Artemis II Mission: Astronauts Embark on Historic Lunar Journey After 50 Years
Four astronauts have launched towards the Moon aboard the Orion spacecraft, marking humanity's first return to lunar orbit in over half a century.
April 2, 2026
Singer Abai Begey's Daughter Defends Stepmother Amidst Online Criticism
Gulerkeem Begey speaks out against negative comments directed at her father and his wife, advocating for their family choices.
April 2, 2026
Singer Kenjebek Zhanabilov's Wife Faces Scrutiny Over 'Unhappy' Appearance at Event
The wife of popular Kazakh singer Kenjebek Zhanabilov has sparked online debate after appearing visibly downcast at a recent family celebration.
April 2, 2026
EU to Send Another €1.4 Billion in Russian Asset Profits to Ukraine
The European Union is set to transfer an additional €1.4 billion in interest earned from frozen Russian assets to Ukraine, marking the fourth such disbursement.
April 2, 2026
UAE Seeks UN Military Action to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
The United Arab Emirates has requested UN Security Council authorization for measures, including military force, to reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz.
April 2, 2026
Nurlan Saburov's China Tour Hits Snag: Shanghai Show Canceled
Popular Russian comedian Nurlan Saburov's highly anticipated China tour faces disruption as his Shanghai performance is unexpectedly canceled.
April 2, 2026
Kazakhstan: Mother of Six Sentenced for Human Trafficking
A 62-year-old mother of six in Kazakhstan has been sentenced to six years in prison for human trafficking, preying on vulnerable individuals.