Civil servants in Afghanistan have started disposing of their smartphones after the Taliban introduced new restrictions. On June 8, Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada ordered a ban on smartphone use for members of the movement and government employees. According to Afghanistan International, the directive was issued verbally but has already been…
Four Amur tigers brought to Kazakhstan as part of the Turan tiger restoration program have officially received names. By mutual agreement between Kazakhstan and Russia, the male tiger was named Amur, the female was named Umit, the male cub was named Turan and the female cub was named Ussuri. The…
Ene Obi, the mother-in-law of Altynay Jakisheva, daughter of Mukhtar Dzhakishev, former head of Kazatomprom, the world’s second-largest uranium producer, has responded to racist comments posted on her Instagram account following the wedding of her son Karl and Altynay earlier this week in Almaty. In an emotional post, Obi reflected…
English rock band Muse has recently released a music video for their track «Nightshift Superstar,» shot in Almaty. The city’s two iconic locations made an appearance in the video: the Almaty Museum of Arts and the House of the Army (formerly House of Officers) in the 28 Panfilov Guardsmen Park.…
Kazakhstani dancer Sofia Mukasheva appeared in «Confession II – The Film,» an iconic 14-minute music short film by Madonna, released on YouTube. Kursiv LifeStyle explains how she made it onto the Queen of Pop’s team. Mukasheva posted about her participation on Instagram, sharing a still from the credits listing her…
With China’s national football team once again absent from the World Cup, many Chinese fans have shifted their focus to referee Ma Ning, who will represent the country at the tournament, the BBC reported. Ma, 46, has become a popular figure on Chinese social media, where discussions about his World…
A scandal involving Nadeem Naqvi, an American professor who was accused of sexually assaulting a student in the U.S. and is currently working at KIMEP University in Almaty, has sparked debate on social media about the quality and professionalism of foreign teachers and professors in Kazakhstan. According to Threads user…
Earlier, foreign nationals needed to apply for an entry permit one-and-a-half to two months in advance, whereas the processing now takes up to 10 days, the Ministry of Tourism and Sports said. Furthermore, Russia has transferred Gagarin’s Start, the assembly and fueling complex and the dynamic testing stand, providing new…
The much-discussed horror movie «Backrooms,» based on a single viral image that became the foundation of an entire internet universe, continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Kursiv LifeStyle examines how the debut feature from a 20-year-old director quickly broke A24 records after its release. According to Variety, the film has earned…
Kazakhstani Counter-Strike 2 professional player Danil «molodoy» Golubenko surprised a streamer from Atyrau, western Kazakhstan, known as Adler, by donating him approximately $411 during a livestream. The streamer didn’t expect the generous donation, and his reaction, captured live, quickly spread across social media, sparking discussion about the pro’s gesture. “Props…
The end of spring brought one of the season’s most visually striking lifestyle events in Kazakhstan. On May 30, the private fashion show “Fashion. Peonies. Art.” took place on the picturesque grounds of Daisy Flower Farm, offering guests a blend of fashion, nature and art against the backdrop of blooming…
Warning signs for drivers entering the Low Emission Zone (LEZ) have begun to appear in Almaty. Kursiv Lifestyle explains what area is affected and how the initiative is expected to improve air quality in the city. The pilot zone is bounded by Bogenbay Batyr Street, Zheltoksan Street, Abay Avenue and…
Since June 2, authorities in Fukushima, Japan, have been unable to capture a bear that has been on the loose in the area. The animal has injured four people, though none of the injuries is believed to be life-threatening. The bear was hiding at a factory but eventually escaped through…
Scientists have developed a wearable ultrasound patch that can continuously monitor fetal health through the mother’s abdomen. The device, known as UPatch, is a soft, skin-mounted sensor designed to provide real-time monitoring throughout pregnancy. It was developed by researchers at Stanford University, working in collaboration with scientists from the University…
In China’s Xinjiang region, a robot performer kicked a child during a show at a tourist attraction. The incident was caught on video and quickly spread across social media. The footage shows the robot kicking a boy during a martial arts demonstration. After the blow, the child clutched his stomach,…
Enrique Iglesias addressed his fans in Kazakhstan and Slovakia — countries on the tour following Poland — on Threads. The artist pinned a video of himself performing a suggestive dance to the post. Notably, Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Culture had previously said it imposed restrictions on inappropriate content in his performance…
Kazakhstan ranked first among Central Asian countries in the number of users of the consumer version of ChatGPT. At the same time, 70% of users are no older than 34 years old, OpenAI revealed at a meeting with Kazakhstan’s Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development Zhaslan Madiyev. In particular,…
NASA is testing an unusual system capable of turning astronauts’ wastewater into useful resources, such as water, fertilizers and 3D printing materials. The technology is being developed for future missions to the Moon and Mars. The main idea is that it is costly to constantly deliver water, food and other…
A post by a BTS fan on Threads caused a stir — Kursiv LifeStyle explains how a woman managed to meet BTS member Jung Kook after he sparked a fan hunt for himself. Fatima, a user from Kazakhstan, shared a photo with the singer on Threads. She can be seen…
Prominent international influencers arrived in the Almaty region — Jordanian travel documentary creator Joe Hattab and American creator Joshua Platillero, known online as @megaamerican. Prominent Kazakh travel content creator Dastan Mukhamedrakhim served as the host and guide at key tourist locations. Together, they embarked on a scenic tour of Almaty…
Legendary American actor and director Clint Eastwood has retired from the film industry at the age of 96, according to his son Kyle Eastwood, who said that his father no longer plans to direct films and has officially retired. «Now he’s retired, he’s 95 years old. But I’ve been very…
Renowned Kazakh singer Dimash Qudaibergen has published a list of concerts scheduled through the end of 2026. Kursiv LifeStyle reports on the artist’s upcoming shows. According to the DimashAli creative center, the new tour has already begun. The organizers noted that these are only the first dates announced so far.…
The Greek island of Syros is looking for volunteers ready to take care of cats in exchange for free accommodation near the sea. Kursiv LifeStyle found out the details. The program is organized by the animal welfare organization Syros Cats. Volunteers are offered free accommodation, breakfast and coverage of utility…
