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September 18, 2025

Backstreet Boys arrive in Almaty

Aisha Kutubayeva

Aisha Kutubayeva

General News Correspondent

Legendary pop group the Backstreet Boys have arrived in Almaty. Dedicated Kazakhstani fans shared their first moments at the airport on social media. A video with the band members was uploaded by local fan Alina Agapova. «We were beyond thrilled to welcome the Backstreet Boys to Almaty! They’re not just…

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September 17, 2025

Leonardo DiCaprio sparks social media with refreshed look

Nazgul Zharbulova

Nazgul Zharbulova

Senior Correspondent, General News n.zharbulova@kursiv.media

Social media is abuzz over Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio. The actor has lost weight, grown out his hair and swapped his usual sporty style for a sharp, classic look.   DiCaprio has once again been hailed as Hollywood’s sex symbol. Videos of the actor, who arrived in Los Angeles for…

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September 17, 2025

The Weeknd will not perform in Almaty

Nazgul Zharbulova

Nazgul Zharbulova

Senior Correspondent, General News n.zharbulova@kursiv.media

The Weeknd will not hold a concert in Almaty, organizers announced, relocating the event to another country amid frequent cancellations of artists in Kazakhstan. Alexey Puchkov, producer and head of the ticket operator Topbilet.kz, confirmed that the performer will not be coming. «Kazakhstan, I have not very good news for…

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September 16, 2025

Immersive art space AYA Project becomes new landmark in Tashkent

The AYA Project art space recently opened in Tashkent, quickly becoming a popular spot among residents and guests of the Uzbek capital. According to the project developers, this is the only such art space in Central Asia created as an analogue of the famous Aya Universe in Dubai. The concept…

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September 16, 2025

Mongolian man dies of plague after eating marmot

Aset Smagulov

Aset Smagulov

Фото: shutterstock.com

A 24-year-old man in Mongolia has died of the plague after eating marmot meat, the country’s Health Ministry confirmed. The man, from Khovsgol province, fell gravely ill shortly after consuming the animal. Despite emergency treatment, doctors were unable to save him. Lab tests later confirmed the infection was plague-related. Hunting…

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September 16, 2025

Largest serving of Jollof rice ever cooked in Nigeria sets Guinness World Record

Nikolai Marchenko

Nikolai Marchenko

n.marchenko@kursiv.media

Hilda Baci, a Nigeria-based chef, has set a new Guinness World Record, confirmed on social media, for cooking the largest ever serving of Jollof rice — a popular and symbolic West African dish made of rice boiled in a tomato-based sauce with meat — in a batch weighing 8,780 kilograms…

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September 16, 2025

Australia plans world’s first social media ban for teens

Yerlan Iskakov

Yerlan Iskakov

ye.iskakov@kursiv.media
Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram apps are seen on a smartphone in this illustration taken, July 13, 2021. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/

Australia may become the first country to ban social media for those under 16 starting December 2025, drawing global attention, the Telegraphindia.com reported. On Tuesday, the country’s eSafety commissioner called on social media companies to adopt «minimally invasive» tools to verify users’ ages. Platforms won’t be required to apply universal…

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September 15, 2025

Ticket details released for Kairat vs. Real Madrid

Nazgul Zharbulova

Nazgul Zharbulova

Senior Correspondent, General News n.zharbulova@kursiv.media

Kairat Almaty Football Club has announced how the tickets will be sold for the home matches of the UEFA Champions League main stage. Ticket sales for the Kairat-Real Madrid match will begin on Sept. 23 at 5 p.m. They will be available at the football club’s official website and Ticketon.kz…

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September 15, 2025

Woman registered as 130 years old in Uzbekistan

Aset Smagulov

Aset Smagulov

Huvaydo momo, a woman living in the Fergana region of Uzbekistan, turned 130. She resides in the Karakum mahalla (local neighborhood community) of the Buvayda district and is now officially recognized as the oldest citizen of Uzbekistan. Notably, her age had never been documented all these years. Only during the…

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September 13, 2025

Myths about multitasking: What we are wrong about it

Nikolai Marchenko

Nikolai Marchenko

n.marchenko@kursiv.media

In today’s fast-paced routine, multitasking is often confused with real productivity. People switch from answering emails to jumping on calls, scroll through social media while sitting in meetings, or try to focus on important work with notifications constantly popping up. It can feel efficient in the moment, but the myths…

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September 12, 2025

Quit TikTok, look up: Chilean students forced offline

Yerlan Iskakov

Yerlan Iskakov

ye.iskakov@kursiv.media
Фото: Pixabay.com

Chile is among the latest countries to restrict smartphone use in schools, following a global push — as in the U.K. and the Netherlands — to boost student focus and mental health. Building on this movement, a school in Santiago, the capital of Chile, has launched an initiative that blocks…

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September 11, 2025

Priced out: Soaring costs force Kazakhs to ditch meat and chocolate

Olga Znamenskaya

Olga Znamenskaya

Entertainment Section Editor

Kazakh social media users on Threads are highlighting the growing hardship of rising food prices, especially meat, as more families are forced to cut dietary variety. An informal poll reveals that many now rely on the cheapest staples, resulting in restricted nutrition nationwide. Posts that drew the strongest reactions mentioned…

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September 10, 2025

Meet ‘Granny Schwarzenegger,’ the 67-year-old bodybuilder taking over TikTok

Daniil Devyatkin

Daniil Devyatkin

Kursiv LifeStyle correspondent d.devyatkin@kursiv.media
коллаж kursiv.media, бильд-редактор: Милош Муратовский

A retired Kazakh woman has gone viral on social media with her impressive fitness routine, earning comparisons to Arnold Schwarzenegger. The 67-year-old became an internet sensation after her daughter posted a video of her workouts, which helped build on her growing popularity. The clip quickly went viral, garnering over a…

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September 10, 2025

Ronaldo fulfills dream of disabled boy in Armenia

Nazgul Zharbulova

Nazgul Zharbulova

Senior Correspondent, General News n.zharbulova@kursiv.media
Ronaldo inspires Armenian boy

Portugal striker Cristiano Ronaldo recently met with Ruben, a young boy from Armenia. Ruben, an aspiring footballer with hearing and speech difficulties, realized his dream by joining Ronaldo on the field before the 2026 World Cup qualifying match between Armenia and Portugal, according to News-Armenia. Following their meeting, Ronaldo called…

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September 10, 2025

Text neck: Smartphone myth or real health risk?

Tanat Kozhmanov

Tanat Kozhmanov

t.kozhmanov@kursiv.media

Extended periods of looking down at smartphones have become commonplace in modern life. Reports frequently highlight “text neck” as a rising issue, linking extended phone use to neck and upper back pain. Given the prevalence of smartphone use, averaging nearly five hours a day, it is reasonable to consider potential…

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September 10, 2025

Toxic people: How to recognize emotional vampires and protect yourself

Yerlan Iskakov

Yerlan Iskakov

ye.iskakov@kursiv.media

We all encounter challenging personalities, but some individuals exhaust our energy in ways more harmful than typical disagreements. These toxic people, often called energy vampires, thrive on causing turmoil, eroding confidence, and exploiting others’ emotions. Recognizing the behaviors of toxic people and developing effective psychological defenses are crucial for preserving…

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September 9, 2025

Kazakhstani graduate joins Harvard University as teacher

Nazgul Zharbulova

Nazgul Zharbulova

Senior Correspondent, General News n.zharbulova@kursiv.media

Harvard University has welcomed a new teacher from Kazakhstan. Assel Amangeldi, a graduate of the Ivy League institution, has been invited to join the teaching team at the world’s oldest and wealthiest university. Amangeldi shared the news on social media, reflecting on the academic journey that brought her to this…

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September 8, 2025

Marilyn Manson’s performance in Almaty creates buzz among fans

Maksim Skopin

Maksim Skopin

Editor Kursiv LifeStyle m.skopin@kursiv.media
Marilyn Manson rocks Almaty as thousands attend Park Live 2025 concert

Brian Hugh Warner, better known as Marilyn Manson, is a world-famous musician whose artistic image many perceive as provocative, to the point that in the early 2000s, he was even branded a «satanist.» Nevertheless, in September 2025, his performance in Almaty generated significant buzz, drawing thousands of fans to the…

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September 8, 2025

Step into the future: Kazakh entrepreneur sells 3D-printed shoes worldwide

Olga Znamenskaya

Olga Znamenskaya

Entertainment Section Editor

Kazakh designer Daniyar Uderbekov is making waves on Instagram with UDRB sneakers —shoes defined by their striking 3D-printed soles. Uderbekov calls the sneakers a blend of tradition and technology, continuing his focus on unconventional design. “The idea came from an environmental perspective,” he said. “Most shoes on the market use…

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September 5, 2025

NASA targets the 2030s for human mission to Mars

Olga Znamenskaya

Olga Znamenskaya

Entertainment Section Editor

NASA is targeting the early 2030s for its first crewed mission to Mars, Acting Administrator Sean Duffy told Fox News. Duffy explained that the program will follow a phased approach. First, NASA will deliver the supplies needed to build a base. Only then will astronauts be sent. The initial mission,…

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September 4, 2025

BTS’s ‘Dynamite’ hits 2 billion views on YouTube

Nikolai Marchenko

Nikolai Marchenko

n.marchenko@kursiv.media

BTS, the K-pop boy band, has surpassed the 2 billion-view milestone on YouTube with the music video for «Dynamite,» their first fully English-language track released worldwide in 2020, according to The Korea Economic Daily (KED). It is the group’s first video to reach this achievement. The video, uploaded on HYBE…

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September 3, 2025

US customs seizes over $500K in fake Labubus

Nikolai Marchenko

Nikolai Marchenko

n.marchenko@kursiv.media

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport seized 11,134 counterfeit Labubu dolls worth $513,937.76 if genuine during a cargo inspection, NBC News reported. According to a CBP spokesperson, the plush toys were confiscated on Aug. 26. The shipment, which originated in South Korea and was falsely…

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September 2, 2025

Chechen leader jokes Trump has Chechen roots after death rumors

Daniil Devyatkin

Daniil Devyatkin

Kursiv LifeStyle correspondent d.devyatkin@kursiv.media
Фото: t.me/RKadyrov_95, бильд-редактор: Дина Карамчакова

Ramzan Kadyrov, the head of the Chechen Republic — a federal subject of Russia —  posted on Telegram, claiming that U.S. President Donald Trump has Chechen roots, sharing an AI-generated video as «proof.» The video depicts Trump as if he were Chechen. As a joke, Kadyrov wrote that Trump himself…

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September 2, 2025

Kazakhstan celebrates Constitution Day

Nikolai Marchenko

Nikolai Marchenko

n.marchenko@kursiv.media

Kazakhstan’s fundamental law — the Constitution — was adopted at a national referendum on Aug. 30, 1995, and has been celebrated annually since then as Constitution Day. The document holds the highest legal authority as the core of the country’s legal system and the foundation of its political system. The…

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