Kazakhstani director Aisultan Seitov co-directed American rapper A$AP Rocky’s new music video for «Shroom Clouds,» alongside Pietro Biz Biasia. Kursiv LifeStyle looks at what makes the video stand out. Seitov shared a photo with the artist on Instagram to mark the collaboration. The official music video was released on A$AP…
Egyptian archaeologists have discovered the remains of two massive ancient statues in Behbeit el-Hagar, a village in the Nile Delta. One of the finds is a large stone head believed to depict Pharaoh Ramses II. The discovery came after Khaled Khalil, a local cucumber farmer, found a stone he believed…
Kazakhstani brand strategist Yrysty Yerden has won bronze at the 2026 Pentawards, an international packaging design competition. Kursiv LifeStyle looks at how she reimagined packaging for kumys, a traditional Kazakh drink made from fermented mare’s milk, and what other awards the project has received. Yerden received the award for SAF…
Shakira, a global pop star from Colombia, held her first-ever concert in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan. One of the interesting stories surrounding the show involved a stray dog sneaking into a restricted area without a ticket. The story of this four-legged Shakira fan quickly went viral, capturing the hearts…
YouTube could expand beyond video and music to become a destination for audiobooks. The company is reportedly in talks with book publishers about licensing titles for a dedicated audiobook offering, which could be added to its YouTube Premium subscription as early as 2027, according to The Wall Street Journal. The…
Be Woman, a popular Almaty event focused on sustainable development, always offers attendees something interesting. This year, visitors could see how Kazakh artisans make Persian-style rugs. Kursiv LifeStyle learned how the rugs are made and how much they cost. «Modern Chinese dyes for yarn leave traces on the skin and…
The Shanghai Grand Opera House, a massive building inspired by a traditional Chinese fan, will open its doors on Oct. 17 after nearly seven years of construction. Kursiv LifeStyle takes a closer look at the striking new venue. Designed by Norwegian architecture firm Snøhetta in collaboration with the Shanghai Architectural…
James Cameron, creator of the «Avatar» film universe and director of «Titanic,» is set to give a masterclass in Central Asia. Kursiv LifeStyle looks at the details. Cameron will hold a masterclass titled «Creating Worlds» in Kyrgyzstan, Gamma Media CEO Islam Satarov said. «Director, screenwriter, producer, inventor and deep-sea explorer.…
Elephants have long been observed showing unusual behavior after another elephant’s death. A recent case in Namibia provides new evidence of how they respond to loss, the BBC reported. In September 2025, wildlife photographer Federico Veronesi saw a female elephant carrying a stillborn calf through the Namib Desert. The animal…
The International Skating Union (ISU) has moved the 2027 Four Continents Figure Skating Championships, set to be hosted by Kazakhstan for the first time, from Astana to Almaty. Kursiv LifeStyle looks at the reasons behind the decision. The ISU announced the relocation on Oct. 14, naming Almaty Arena as the…
A small dog that went missing in Yellowstone National Park has been reunited with her owners after surviving alone for more than a month, the Associated Press reported. Luna, a 10-year-old Jack Russell terrier and Chihuahua mix, escaped from her family’s cabin on Sept. 10 while they were visiting the…
Eurasian Fashion Week will take place in Almaty, showcasing spring-summer collections. Kursiv LifeStyle looks at the event’s special guests. Fashion shows are scheduled for Oct. 22-23 at The Ritz-Carlton, Almaty. According to the organizers, the theme of the new EFW season is «SYNERGY,» reflecting how the interaction of different cultures…
People in Florida’s Tampa Bay area spotted a glowing, jellyfish-like figure in the sky after a SpaceX rocket launch. Kursiv LifeStyle looks at how the phenomenon occurs. According to FOX 13 Tampa Bay, the effect was visible in the early hours after SpaceX launched its CRS-35 cargo mission. Dozens of…
Netflix has released the first trailer for «Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew,» a new adaptation of C. S. Lewis’ fantasy novel directed by Greta Gerwig, known for «Barbie.» Kursiv LifeStyle looks at when fans can enter the magical world of Narnia and who stars in the film. The film tells the…
Kazakhstani figure skater Mikhail Shaidorov congratulated American Ilia Malinin on receiving the Fair Play Award and shared a photo of the two. Kursiv LifeStyle looks at the gesture that earned the Olympic champion’s competitor the recognition. Shaidorov shared an Instagram Story featuring a photo of Malinin hugging him after the…
King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of Belgium, who have arrived in Astana for a three-day state visit, shared pictures from Kazakhstan. Kursiv LifeStyle takes a look at the royal couple’s visit and the outfit the queen chose for the trip. The Belgian royal family shared the pictures on its official…
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…
Online stores selling women’s underwear in Kazakhstan have started promoting their products with male models. And it works pretty well, catching the attention of their target customers. The trend originated in China, where the government reportedly introduced restrictions on advertising that exposed parts of women’s bodies in 2023. This forced…
American rapper Soulja Boy has hinted that he could run for U.S. president in 2028. He posted the slogan «SOULJA BOY 2028» on Instagram and named the issues he would prioritize. It seems the artist has decided that his music career alone is no longer enough to make bold statements.…
Bloomsbury Publishing will release two new books set in the «Harry Potter» universe in February 2027. Kursiv LifeStyle looks at who the new books will be dedicated to. The two titles belong to the Pocket Potters series, which is aimed primarily at a younger audience. They center on three characters…
The famous red-and-black jacket Michael Jackson wore in the «Thriller» music video will go up for auction as part of a sale, dedicated to the King of Pop. Kursiv LifeStyle looks at how much the iconic item could fetch. Julien’s Auctions will hold the auction in Abu Dhabi from Dec.…
The Almaty Air Initiative foundation conducted an experiment in Almaty to demonstrate how air pollution can enter the human body. Five volunteers participated in the experiment. They arrived at a laboratory in the morning, where researchers took initial blood samples. The participants then walked along busy streets within the area…
Rachel Ojuromi, a 22-year-old Nigerian, became a Chanel model after spending months filming fashion videos on the streets of Lagos. She assembled outfits from secondhand finds and her own clothes, eventually recreating a specific Chanel look. Kursiv LifeStyle tells the story of how the internet helped her land a spot…
Filming for «Armour of God 4: Ultimatum,» starring Jackie Chan, has wrapped up in Kazakhstan, and the movie is now being prepared for international release. Kursiv LifeStyle reports on what is known about the international project. Filming took place in Almaty and the Almaty and Mangystau regions. The movie was…
