The fourth installment in the Spider-Man saga starring Tom Holland continues to smash records, crossing the $2 billion mark at the global box office in less than three weeks. According to Variety, the film has grossed $785.8 million in North America and another $1.236 billion internationally, bringing its worldwide total…
British company And Vinyly offers customers a way to turn a portion of their cremated remains into a playable vinyl record. The company has been in business since 2009 and was founded by musician and vinyl collector Jason Leach. He said the idea began as a joke among a small…
World-renowned Kazakh singer Dimash Qudaibergen will headline a Miner’s Day concert in Karaganda. The performance will be a pleasant gift for residents and visitors to Karaganda, the mining region. It will mark the artist’s final concert in Kazakhstan ahead of a world tour set to begin in the fall. The…
During summer, exposure to sunlight, heat and dry air can cause men’s skin to behave differently. By midday, the face may become oily, irritation can develop after shaving, and pores may become clogged more easily. Many people try to address these problems by washing their faces more often or using…
A family road trip organized by a father of many children from Atyrau has touched Kazakhstanis on social media. He traveled with his children to Aktau, covering approximately 900 kilometers. To make the journey as comfortable as possible, the father transformed the car into a veritable «home on wheels.» Inside,…
The peak of the Perseid meteor shower was expected in the Northern Hemisphere. For people in Kazakhstan, the best time to view it was from 3 a.m. to 5 a.m. Kursiv LifeStyle takes a look at where the idea of stargazing took Almaty residents. It turned out that many people…
Thai scientists have discovered a new species of lizard and named it after one of the most famous dragons in George R. R. Martin’s universe. The new species has been named Acanthosaura syrax, after Syrax, the dragon ridden by Rhaenyra Targaryen in the television series «House of the Dragon.» Kursiv…
Tickets for Air Astana flights are now available on Ctrip, China’s largest travel and tourism platform. Kursiv LifeStyle looks at the results of the move. Almaty’s Department of Tourism said that a campaign to promote the city to Chinese tourists reached more than 75.3 million users. Over two months, ticket…
One of the most anticipated WhatsApp features is finally becoming available to users. The messenger is gradually rolling out usernames that allow users to communicate with new people without revealing their phone numbers. Kursiv LifeStyle takes a look at what has changed. Some users have already received notifications that their…
A company that rents stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) is introducing an unusually romantic summer tradition in Aktau: concerts on the Caspian Sea. The concerts take place at dawn, at 6 a.m. The performer sits on a special floating platform while the audience listens from SUP boards. Four concerts have already been…
In the Chinoz district of Uzbekistan’s Tashkent region, local authorities and police are visiting residents’ homes to check whether their yards are properly maintained and their houses are clean. The inspections began ahead of Uzbekistan’s Independence Day, celebrated on Sept. 1. In late July, the district administration posted a message…
Danish actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, best known for playing Jaime Lannister in “Game of Thrones,” spoke to reporters at Comic Con Astana 2026. Kursiv LifeStyle highlights the most interesting takeaways from his answers. The actor arrived in Astana a day before the press conference and had time to explore the city.…
A Colombian woman says she found an unusual way to make money: collecting gossip about her neighbors, documenting it in a notebook and selling the information to anyone willing to pay. According to her, the venture was so profitable that it enabled her to buy two homes. Miryam, a retiree…
Dimash Qudaibergen has unveiled his new DiMENSIONS world tour. According to the artist’s official website, the project aims to show fans a different side of the singer — not only as an artist with a unique voice, but also as a person. According to the project organizers, the title “DiMENSIONS”…
Comic Con Astana 2026 will once again host an international cosplay competition offering a prize pool of 20 million tenge (about $42,562). Kursiv LifeStyle explains who will serve on the judging panel and what prizes are on offer. This year, the competition will once again bring together cosplayers from different…
Aug. 12 will be a special day for astronomy enthusiasts. People in Kazakhstan will be able to witness two rare celestial events — a planetary parade and the peak of the Perseid meteor shower. Kursiv LifeStyle explains the best time to observe them and what makes the event so special.…
Renowned Kazakh singer Dimash Qudaibergen has released a new original song, “Yazgı” — the artist’s first composition in Turkish. He announced the release on social media, thanking fans around the world for their longstanding support. «We were taught from childhood that an artist must win the love of their audience.…
Actor and stunt performer Jackie Chan has arrived in Baku, Azerbaijan, for filming. Kursiv LifeStyle looks at where in Azerbaijan the filming will take place. Those visiting the capital’s main landmarks may catch a glimpse of Asian Hawk. These include Icherisheher (the Old City), Highland Park, the Baku Funicular, the…
A female Amur tiger named Umit was released into the wild in the Ile-Balkhash State Nature Reserve, becoming the first tiger to return to Kazakhstan’s natural habitat since tigers disappeared from the country more than 70 years ago. Freedom Holding Corp. sponsored the animal’s transport. Kursiv LifeStyle explains why the…
Filming of “Armour of God: Ultimatum” has concluded in Aktau. Salem Entertainment shared behind-the-scenes footage. The company said that the film was shot on water, on land and from the air. «A heartfelt thank you to the people of Aktau for your hospitality, warm welcome and incredible support throughout our…
Kazakh blogger Amir Tazhibayev shared a story about a minor parking lot accident that resonated with social media users. After he posted a video about the incident, many commenters praised the blogger for his respectful treatment of an elderly man. According to Tazhibayev, a retired man accidentally hit his Porsche…
A new restaurant serving Central Asian cuisine, Beshbarmak, has opened in the heart of Dresden, next to the famous Gothic cathedral, the Frauenkirche. The restaurant opened its doors on July 1, offering guests what it describes as «Central Asian cuisine with soul.» To make visitors’ first experience even more memorable,…
Renowned Kazakh singer Dimash Qudaibergen has released a music video for his song «Aqerke.» The video is available on the artist’s official YouTube channel. Kursiv LifeStyle watched it and shares what may impress viewers. Although the song is about love for a woman and parting with her, the video portrays…
A historical document discovered in the archives of a centuries-old convent in Florence has revealed a recipe for a medicinal tonic made from Bolivian coca leaves and kola nuts, The Guardian reported. Father Manuel Russo, rector of the San Marco convent, found the undated document while organizing the convent’s pharmacy…
