Astana continues to welcome some of the world’s top esports athletes. According to Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports, star teams Xtreme Gaming and Vici Gaming have arrived in the capital to compete for the top prize in the Dota 2 tournament at the Games of the Future 2026 (GOTF…
Replacing natural gas stoves with electric induction models could help reduce asthma symptoms as effectively as some commonly used medications, Euronews reported, citing a new study by researchers at Case Western Reserve University. According to researchers, natural gas stoves are a major source of indoor air pollution, particularly nitrogen dioxide…
Videos featuring women proving that age is no barrier to vibrant style, an active lifestyle, and self-deprecating humor are gaining popularity across Kaznet. One of the central figures in the trend is Raisa Mambetova, 70, the winner of the Mrs. Grand Kazakhstan 2026 title. In her videos, she first appears…
From Aug. 2 to 5, Astana will host an international Dota 2 tournament as part of the multisport Games of the Future 2026. The competition will take place at the Zhaksylyk Ushkempirov Martial Arts Palace, the press service of Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports reported. The prize pool is…
Bishkek Arena in Kyrgyzstan has undergone its first test of the dynamic facade lighting. Kursiv LifeStyle shows what Central Asia’s largest stadium looks like illuminated at night. According to 24.KG, Central Asia‘s largest stadium lit up with multicolored lights in the evening, and a video of the test was published…
Almost 30 years after its release, Oasis‘s iconic song “Wonderwall” has once again entered the Billboard Hot 100. Fans of England’s national football team gave the hit a second life by making it the team’s unofficial anthem during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Kursiv LifeStyle shares the details. On the…
An Almaty blogger has been fined after publishing posts describing his life with three wives. According to the Almaty Police Department, officers identified Bauyrzhan Bakytzhanuly through social media. Police said his posts promoted a lifestyle that contradicts Kazakhstani law and generally accepted moral and ethical values. He was charged under…
Nine months after the high-profile Louvre heist, the museum’s administration has opened the doors of the Apollo Gallery for the first time. Kursiv LifeStyle takes a look at how it appears without the famous French crown jewels. According to Reuters, the gallery reopened to visitors on July 22. However, the…
While many people rely on apps to reduce their screen time, others are using artificial intelligence to bring back a paper-based morning routine. Developer Ryan Doyle demonstrated how he uses OpenAI Codex to generate a personalized newspaper containing the information he wants to see each day. AI compiles and prints…
A heated debate has erupted on Kazakh social media after blogger Bauyrzhan Bakytzhanuly publicly showcased his life with three wives. His posts have fueled discussions about the legality and ethics of polygamous relationships in Kazakhstan, a secular country where polygamy is not legally recognized. Read also: Polygamy as policy: Kazakh…
Saiwan Bakehouse in Pattaya, Thailand, has unexpectedly gained international attention for its unusual baked goods: so-called “hairy” croissants. While some social media users have described the pastries as amusing, others have said their appearance is overly provocative. The croissants’ unusual appearance comes from thin black strands of fat choy, an…
Elon Musk said that his AI tool Grok Imagine will produce a feature-length adaptation of Homer’s «Odyssey» before the end of 2026. The businessman said the film would be “historically accurate” and remain faithful to the original epic poem. Kursiv LifeStyle shares the details. Musk announced his plans on X,…
A video showing popular streamer IShowSpeed meeting members of K-pop group BTS became the most-viewed Instagram Reel in history within its first 24 hours after being uploaded. It garnered 300 million views within a day. Kursiv LifeStyle explains what happened. The meeting took place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup…
Planning a trip has never been easier. With countless “must-see” videos, travel blogs and AI-powered recommendations, many travelers arrive at their destination already knowing exactly what to expect. While this preparation makes vacations more convenient, it can also take away one of travel’s greatest rewards: the excitement of discovering something…
Astana will host the international Comic Con Astana festival from Aug. 6 to 9. One of the festival’s headline guests will be British-Spanish actor Taz Skylar, best known for playing Sanji in Netflix’s live-action series “One Piece,” the Astana mayor’s office announced. Skylar gained widespread recognition through his role of…
Meteorologists are forecasting heavy rain in the mountains around Almaty, which could trigger mudflows. Kursiv Lifestyle explains when it could be life-threatening to head into the mountains. During the recent 40°C heat, residents found relief in the mountains. They shared videos on social media showing dozens of people relaxing there,…
The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear the case of an 82-year-old Alaska bush pilot who argues that the state violated the Constitution by confiscating his $95,000 aircraft after authorities found a six-pack of beer on board, CNN reported. Kenneth Jouppi was convicted of a misdemeanor for transporting alcohol…
Spain’s national team became world champion for the second time in history, and Electronic Arts extended its unusual winning streak. The company’s football simulator once again correctly predicted the FIFA World Cup winner, making it five consecutive successful predictions. Kursiv LifeStyle explains how EA has managed to maintain its flawless…
Shoko Kawata, the mayor of Yawata in Kyoto Prefecture, western Japan, has become the country’s first sitting mayor to take maternity leave, drawing widespread attention and sparking public debate, NBC News reported. Kawata, who became Japan’s youngest female mayor in 2023 at age 33, said she was surprised to discover…
At Pompeii Archaeological Park in Italy, one of the most unusual exhibits isn’t an ancient artifact but a collection of items returned by tourists. Over the years, visitors from around the world have mailed back stones, mosaic fragments and other objects they took from the archaeological site, often accompanied by…
This fall, direct flights between Almaty and Chongqing, one of the world’s most populous cities, will launch. Kazakh low-cost carrier FlyArystan will operate the route, the airline said in a statement. Regular direct flights on the Almaty-Chongqing-Almaty route will begin on Sept. 23. «The new service will become the airline’s…
Fans of Kazakhstani singer Dimash Qudaibergen created a 4.5-meter-tall sculpture of him. Kursiv LifeStyle found that the choice of the city where it was assembled was no coincidence. Artist Olga Lidia Hernández and her team created a balloon sculpture of the singer. The installation was put on display at a…
Amid an intense heat wave in China, parents have begun placing giant green winter melons in their babies’ cribs. Photos of babies hugging the nearly baby-sized gourds quickly went viral on social media. Winter melon, also known as wax gourd, is made up of nearly 95% water, allowing it to…
On July 19, Ricky Martin attended the Almaty Museum of Arts after performing his concert in the city. Kursiv LifeStyle explores which works impressed the singer the most. The Puerto Rican performer received a private guided tour and left a note of thanks in the museum’s guest book. The museum’s…
