World-renowned Kazakh singer Dimash Qudaibergen visited his hometown, Aktobe, to film his new music video. Among the filming locations was the Koblandy Batyr Central Stadium, local media outlet Diapazon reported. This stadium is of particular importance to football fans, as it is home to the Kazakh ultras and the core…
Chinese universities have launched a major overhaul of higher education, eliminating programs the government considers obsolete. Over the past five years, the country has shut down or suspended 12,200 programs while simultaneously opening 10,200 new ones. According to China’s Ministry of Education, the changes affected more than 30% of all…
A Chinese company, Yueban, has unveiled an unusual development: Xiaoban, a wheeled robot toilet. The device is designed to automatically approach a person when they need to use it, RoboHorizon reported. The new product was showcased at the 2026 Shanghai International Elderly Care Expo. Developers said the device is designed…
Aktobe students who built a portrait of renowned Kazakh singer Dimash Qudaibergen from 3,000 LEGO bricks met their idol in person. As a sign of gratitude, the artist gifted the children vouchers for stays at the Shugyla children’s camp. Students of School No. 82 prepared an unusual project for…
Video posts by Adilet Sapargali, a 22-year-old Kazakhstani who travels the world introducing foreigners to Kazakh culture in flawless English, are racking up millions of views online. Social media users admire his pronunciation and natural delivery, calling him a gifted presenter. Kursiv LifeStyle spoke with him to find out how…
An Osaka-based startup Valar Intelligence has developed a non-traditional process-based AI tool designed to determine whether text was written by a human, generated by AI or AI-assisted, Kyodo News reported. According to the tool’s website, the platform, which is aimed primarily at universities, requires users to type and submit text…
The team behind the upcoming film «Armor of God 4,» starring Hong Kong action star Jackie Chan, has shared the first details from the set. Filming is taking place in Kazakhstan’s Mangystau region, with Salem Entertainment and Dala Edge Creative Tech Park behind the international project. One of the film’s…
A Mexican man has publicly apologized and lost a leadership role after being filmed making a racist gesture toward a South Korean content creator during a World Cup match in Guadalajara, according to the BBC. Ulises Fernando Bernal Miramontes was caught on camera pulling the corners of his eyes —…
Auction house Giquello is set to auction the world’s first bag made from recreated Tyrannosaurus rex skin during its Tentation°4 sale at the Hotel Drouot in Paris. According to the hotel’s website, the predator’s skin was grown in a laboratory. The bag is the result of years of research. First,…
On June 11, the 2026 World Cup officially opened in Mexico City. The matches are being held in Mexico, Canada and the U.S. This time, the long-anticipated event promises to be unprecedentedly expensive for fans due to FIFA cutting its operating costs by more than $100 million. Amid a lack…
Air quality affects more than just physical health — it can also influence mental well-being. Particulate matter, especially PM2.5, appears to have a significant impact. These microscopic pollutants are produced by vehicle exhaust, smoke, and industrial emissions. They can penetrate deep into the lungs and may even affect brain function.…
Traffic congestion in Kazakhstan’s largest city continues to worsen, prompting debate over the most effective ways to improve mobility. Earlier this year, media reports indicated that a consortium of Chinese companies and Integra Construction KZ LLP would design and build a SkyTrain line in Almaty. To assess the potential impact…
While many retailers face challenges due to weak consumer confidence and economic uncertainty, candy stores continue to expand in and around New York City, the BBC reported. Business owners say candy’s relatively low cost, long shelf life and broad consumer appeal are factors helping support growth at a time when…
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…
