Kyrgyzstan Man Sets New Record by Moving Seven Freight Wagons Alexey Teplyashin achieved a remarkable feat in Kyrgyzstan by moving seven freight wagons a distance of six meters at Bishkek's railway station. The total weight of the wagons amounted to 165 tons and 900 kilograms. Alexey Teplyashin, who has been dedicated to power extreme for more than four years, specializes in activities like bending nails, breaking bolts, and twisting frying pans. Looking ahead, he aims to surpass his latest accomplishment by attempting to move eight wagons in the upcoming spring.

footballer from Al-Hilal confronts passenger for filming him on plane A video shared on social media captures Juan Cancelo confronting a passenger who was recording him on a plane, leading to a verbal dispute and Cancelo attempting to halt the filming. Initially, Cancelo and the passenger exchanged friendly comments before the situation escalated.

Livestock Disease Rates Halved in Kazakhstan Due to Extensive Veterinary Modernization The incidence of agricultural animals' diseases in Kazakhstan has decreased by 51%, as announced by Deputy Minister of Agriculture Amangaliy Berdalin. This positive trend is a result of measures to modernize the veterinary service, including a significant increase in the use of domestic vaccines, establishment of new veterinary institutions, and procurement of specialized vehicles. These efforts are focused on safeguarding animal health, enhancing product quality, and bolstering Kazakhstan's position in international markets. The enhanced control has led to increased meat production volumes, totaling 914 thousand tons, with beef and mutton exports reaching 60.8 thousand tons. Additionally, 16 veterinary certificates have been approved in 2025, allowing exports to 42 countries, including the EU, China, and the USA.

President of Kyrgyz Republic Invites Dedicated Schoolboy to New Year Celebration President Sadyr Japarov has instructed to invite a schoolboy to the presidential New Year tree after the boy braved heavy snow to attend school. The 4th-grade student, Nurzaman Almazbekov, from a village in Kara-Kuldzhin district, walked through nearly a meter-deep snow layer to reach school, garnering praise from the President for his determination and responsibility. Nurzaman, one of the best students at "Aydyn-Kul" primary school, has a keen interest in mathematics and Kyrgyz literature, alongside hobbies like drawing and football. President Japarov highlighted the importance of supporting talented and determined children like Nurzaman, recognizing them as vital for the country's future. As a gesture of appreciation, the President instructed to prepare a special gift for the young student at the upcoming New Year celebration.

Tragic Shooting at Brown University Leaves Two Students Dead Two students tragically lost their lives in a shooting at Brown University in Rhode Island, USA. Among the victims was MuhammadAziz Umurzokov, a citizen of Uzbekistan, as confirmed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan. In addition to the fatalities, nine individuals sustained injuries during the incident. One of the wounded has been released from the medical facility, while another is still in critical but stable condition.

Intergenerational Kok-Boru Tournament in Jumgal District In the Jumgal district of Naryn region, the intergenerational kok-boru tournament is underway, featuring 20 teams competing in the "older generation" and "young generation" categories. The tournament, which commenced on December 12, will culminate in the final matches on December 14. Honoring the significant contributions to sports development and player cultivation in the Naryn region, awards were bestowed upon key figures including Maadanov Maksat, the founder of the "Namys" team, Narın Ruslan Ömüraliyev, President of the Kok-Boru Federation, former federation president Zhеngish Saparov, Marat uulu Adilet, the new head of the "Namys" team, and Bektur Shukurov, the current federation president. The tournament was initiated by Naryn graduates from the class of 1989.

Conflict Between Drivers at Alamedin Market in Bishkek A road conflict unfolded near the Alamedin Market in Bishkek when a driver of a Toyota obstructed traffic, exited his vehicle, and confronted a bus driver. The altercation was recorded by onlookers and widely shared on social media platforms in Kyrgyzstan. The patrol police confirmed that the driver of the Toyota involved in the incident has been identified. Following the confrontation, he was detained and taken to the police station for processing related to traffic infractions.

Kazakhstan and Iran Sign Memorandum on Cooperation in Intellectual Property The Ministry of Justice of Kazakhstan and the State Organization for Registration of Deeds and Real Estate of Iran have signed a memorandum of understanding and cooperation in the field of intellectual property. The signing ceremony took place at Akorda. The document aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation and lays the foundation for an in-depth professional dialogue between the relevant authorities of both countries. It includes knowledge exchange, implementation of modern technologies, and expanding joint work on expertise and granting rights to intellectual property objects. For Kazakhstan, this memorandum is part of a systematic effort to modernize the national intellectual property system, strengthen international partnerships, and create conditions for developing an innovative economy.

Police in Bishkek detain woman for fraud scheme Employees of the Pervomaisky District Police Department in Bishkek have apprehended a female citizen, M.K., born in 2000, on suspicion of fraud. A concerned citizen, O.G., alerted the authorities that between May and October 2025, the suspect exploited her trust, claiming to help with business matters and performing deceptive "rituals," ultimately vanishing after swindling $43,000 USD from her. A criminal case has been opened under Article 209 (Fraud) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. Following investigative efforts, law enforcement officers successfully located and captured the suspect. She was transported to the Investigative Service and placed in temporary custody. The investigation revealed that the suspect masqueraded as a healer, manipulating victims into leaving money at cemeteries and utilizing various items like threads, needles, and other supposed "magical" objects during the fraudulent rituals.

Kazakhstan and Korea Collaborate on "Smart" City Development in Alatau Kazakhstan and the Korean Corporation for Overseas Infrastructure and Urban Development (KIND) have signed a memorandum of understanding to work together on the development of the "smart" city Alatau. The agreement follows discussions between Deputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbaev and KIND President Kim Pok-hwan. The Alatau Smart City project, which was introduced to the Korean side during a roadshow in Seoul, may involve KIND in various infrastructure aspects such as energy, water supply, water purification, wastewater treatment, and waste processing. Bozumbaev expressed gratitude for the support from many Korean companies towards the Alatau Smart City project and suggested the establishment of a KIND office in Kazakhstan, along with exploring potential collaborations in logistics and port infrastructure.