People magazine has named Noah Wyle, known for his roles in the medical dramas «ER» and «The Pitt,» its «Sexiest Man Alive» for 2026. According to People, Wyle initially thought the announcement was a prank. His wife, Sara, fully supported the choice, seeing him as a good man, a caring…
As Kazakhstan recently celebrated Republic Day, we look back at a holiday tradition: the presentation of state awards to distinguished citizens. Among these honors, the title of «Halyk Kaharmany» («People’s Hero») holds a special place as one of the country’s highest distinctions. Kursiv.media’s editorial team has analyzed publicly available data…
The growing use of generative artificial intelligence to digitally «resurrect» deceased public figures has sparked ethical concerns worldwide, with families, estate representatives and fans questioning the practice. In Western media, online platforms and creators of synthetic content have used AI tools, including OpenAI’s Sora, to depict iconic figures such as…
The Rolling Stones are reportedly working on new material, just three months after releasing their latest album, «Foreign Tongues.» Jazz saxophonist Courtney Pine, who recently recorded with the band, revealed the news, suggesting that the rock veterans have no plans to slow down. Speaking on the BBC Radio 3 program…
Temirlan Balfanbayev, goalkeeper for Kazakhstan’s national water polo team, has shared photos from a photo shoot held ahead of the 2026 Asian Games. The team went on to win silver at the competition, and the 24-year-old athlete has attracted attention on social media for his athletic physique and charisma. His…
«Digger,» a new film starring Tom Cruise, is now showing in Kazakhstan. In it, the actor steps away from his familiar action-star persona. One of the year’s most anticipated releases, the film has received a mixed-to-negative response from Western critics. After failing to make the Venice Film Festival lineup despite…
Paris Fashion Week has concluded with the Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2027 collection show, held inside the Louvre. The event drew a host of global celebrities, including Zendaya, Sophie Turner, Chloë Grace Moretz, Emma Stone, Lisa of Blackpink and Brigitte Macron, among others. France’s first lady attracted particular attention. Macron is…
Makeup artist Alexis Stone, known for his viral transformations, has once again stunned the fashion world. During Paris Fashion Week, Mugler — the legendary fashion house that rose to prominence in the 1990s — unveiled its Spring/Summer 2027 collection. As social media buzzed with discussion about the show and the…
Phil Collins has opened up about the unexpected end of his 24-year feud with Paul McCartney, according to Page Six. The musicians fell out in 2002 following a brief remark by the former Beatle. How it all began During rehearsals for Queen Elizabeth II’s Golden Jubilee concert, Collins showed McCartney…
Renowned British designer John Galliano has presented his first collection for Zara. Vogue has published a preview of the new campaign. Kursiv LifeStyle looks at how the fashion designer — known for his work with Parisian fashion houses including Givenchy and Christian Dior — has reimagined mass-market garments. Read also:…
Restoration work on a mural depicting Dimash Qudaibergen in downtown Almaty may begin after Sept. 25, the Almaly District Akimat (mayor’s office) said in response to an inquiry from Kursiv.media. In March, it was revealed that the mural had been painted over. The incident sparked an outcry among social media…
London Fashion Week saw yet another unconventional runway performance. Kursiv LifeStyle reports on how pregnancy and breast milk became part of an unusual fashion show. The show took place Sept. 21. The collection was created by Greek designer Dimitra Petsa, who dedicated the event to motherhood, pregnancy and the changes…
Football fans are discussing the in-game appearance of Kazakh player Dastan Satpayev in the latest installment of EA Sports FC. One fan took to social media to complain about Satpayev’s appearance in the game, tagging both EA Sports and the footballer and asking whether the developers had actually modeled Satpayev.…
Hollywood star Michael B. Jordan is on the cover of Vogue’s October 2026 issue. At 39, the actor is at the height of his career, balancing a growing slate of film projects with his work as a producer and director. Kursiv LifeStyle takes a look at what Jordan is working…
A Minnesota woman was arrested on suspicion of stealing two sets of power-tool batteries worth about $580. But it was her mugshot, rather than the alleged theft, that quickly went viral on social media because of her resemblance to Jennifer Lopez. Read also: Trump has a ‘handsome double’ living in…
At the 78th Emmy Awards, the spotlight was on more than just the nominees and winners. Their red-carpet looks took center stage, too. Metallic finishes, pastel hues, feathers, bows and unconventional silhouettes defined the evening’s fashion. Kursiv LifeStyle highlights some of the most memorable looks from the ceremony. Zendaya Zendaya…
Céline Dion, the renowned Canadian singer whose French- and English-language hits have earned her a huge fan base worldwide, is preparing for a major return to live performance in Paris, The Guardian reported. The artist has not performed regularly since 2022, when she revealed that she had been diagnosed with…
Donald Trump Jr., whose business interests are tied to a company involved in tungsten mining in Kazakhstan, recently teamed up with Kazakh travel blogger Dastan Mukhamedrakhim for a trip to Mongolia. Dastan, who is known on Instagram as bydastan.kz, and Trump Jr. got lost while traveling through the mountains of…
The Cairo Criminal Court sentenced Egyptian TV presenter and producer Sarah Khalifa and 11 other defendants to death by hanging in a major drug case, according to Al-Ahram. Drug trafficking charges According to the prosecution, the defendants were part of an organized criminal group involved in procuring raw materials used…
In one of Kursiv.media’s latest articles about Ye’s (Kanye West) concert in Kazakhstan, scheduled for today, we wrote that «if it’s meant to be, he’ll perform in Almaty.» It turns out it wasn’t meant to be. The concert has been postponed to Aug. 15 at 9 p.m. The announcement was…
Hungary may have its most unusual presidential candidate yet. The Guardian reports that András Arató, the man known worldwide as the face of the «Hide the Pain Harold» meme, has unexpectedly emerged as the leader in an online poll. Forty-six-year-old blogger Eszter Jambor asked her followers to name the person…
A sequel to the blockbuster film “Barbie” is in jeopardy as Warner Bros. has yet to reach new agreements with stars Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, as well as director Greta Gerwig, according to The Sun. The report says the negotiations have stalled over financial terms. Robbie, Gosling and Gerwig…
The first stills from “Flesh Impact,” a short film about Marilyn Monroe, have been released online. According to Vanity Fair, Maggie Gyllenhaal wrote and directed the film. The title character is portrayed at different stages of her life by Dakota Johnson and Oscar winner Ellen Burstyn. Gyllenhaal said she was…
