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A court in the Zhambyl region of southern Kazakhstan vacated a prior declaration of death for a woman who had been mistakenly declared deceased. It was later determined that the body previously identified by her relatives was that of another individual.

According to the Zhambyl District Court, the relatives reported a 72-year-old woman missing after the celebration of Eid al-Adha in 2025. Before her disappearance, she had been living with her sister in the city of Taraz for a year. Court materials indicate that she led an active lifestyle for her age, frequently visiting friends and...

In a farewell speech delivered on Monday, Bangladesh’s interim leader Muhammad Yunus asserted that his 18-month tenure had helped restore the nation’s sovereignty, protect its national priorities, and rebuild its sense of dignity, The Week reported.

Yunus took charge after a student-driven movement in 2024 forced Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from office. His remarks were made shortly before Tarique Rahman, head of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party and winner of the general election held nearly two years after the political upheaval, was scheduled to be sworn in.

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Canadian social media blogger Adea shocked viewers after revealing she made bone broth from her own ribs, which were removed during plastic surgery intended to slim her waist.

The influencer, who has about 1.7 million followers, said she kept the ribs in her freezer for roughly six months before deciding to use them to prepare broth and film the process. The video quickly went viral, drawing more than 16.8 million views.

Viral reaction and health claims

After several hours of cooling, she produced a concentrated bone broth that she said should be rich in vitamins...

The February decline in cryptocurrency prices should not alarm investors, as volatility remains a natural part of market cycles. Despite current fluctuations, the long-term performance of the world’s leading cryptocurrency remains striking: over the past six years, Bitcoin’s price has risen nearly sevenfold, according to Nurkhat Kushimov, head of Binance Kazakhstan.

Bitcoin vs. the S&P 500

Kushimov said historical data provides important context. Bitcoin traded at roughly $9,600 on Feb. 6, 2020. By Feb. 6, 2026, its price had climbed to about $65,000. Over the same period, the S&P 500 index only doubled.

The pilot launch of autonomous cars in Kazakhstan is planned as part of urban mobility development projects, the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development reported.

The driverless vehicle trials will take place in Almaty, Astana and the Akmola region. The introduction of innovations in the logistics sector is expected not only to change conventional traffic patterns but also to create a new segment of the digital economy.

In the long term, authorities expect that the development of unmanned technologies will generate additional revenue for the state budget.

Previously, the start timeline for one of the...

In the 19th century, Kazakh girls owned not only dolls but also doll furniture — and not only the wealthiest families. To provide a daughter with a new toy, parents needed craft skills rather than money, and this was never a problem in the Kazakh steppe.

«When playing with dolls, children also used accompanying toy imitations — beds with bedding, furniture models, small felt rugs, simple felt pieces and embroidered curtains,» reads the description of a rare exhibit (a toy crib from the Akmola region’s Petropavlovsk district) on the Kunstkamera’s...

During fasting, dates are among the most commonly consumed fruits. They are a natural source of energy and relatively high in calories. Many people also begin their day with dates, as they help prepare the digestive system for food after a long period without eating. Demand for dates typically increases during Ramadan. Below are several tips on how to choose the tastiest and highest-quality options.

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Dates are rich in iron, magnesium, zinc, manganese, potassium, calcium, and...

According to Kai-Fu Li, a venture capitalist and a member of Kazakhstan’s Council for the Development of Artificial Intelligence (AI), the country has a competitive advantage in the AI market due to its vast natural resources, which could help expand its computing capabilities.

Li noted that the U.S. and China currently dominate global AI model development and expertise, with other countries significantly lagging behind. However, he believes Kazakhstan has the opportunity to carve out a unique niche.

As the expert emphasized, Kazakhstan stands out for its implementation of GovTech, describing it as one of the world’s leading examples of AI...

Spanish figure skater Olivia Smart and former U.S. Olympic ice dancer Jean-Luc Baker announced their engagement during the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Fox News reported.

Baker proposed to Smart on Valentine’s Day and the couple later shared the news on social media. The proposal took place in Milan while Smart was competing at the Games with her ice dance partner, Tim Dieck.

Before they became a couple, Smart and Baker competed against each other on the international stage, representing Spain and the United States. They faced each other at the 2022 Winter Olympics and at...

UFC champion Islam Makhachev has said he would welcome the opportunity to fight at a proposed UFC event at the White House, which the promotion is considering for U.S. Flag Day celebrations on June 14, 2026, according to Bloody Elbow.

The unusual event has attracted interest from several high-profile fighters, including Jon Jones and Conor McGregor, who have both publicly discussed the possibility of competing on the card.

Speaking in a recent interview, Makhachev said the appeal of the event lies in its historic nature rather than financial motivation. The Dagestani fighter noted that he is already...

Sony Pictures is developing a new feature installment of «Charlie’s Angels.» The project is currently in the early stages of development, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The designated screenwriter is reportedly Pete Chiarelli, known for «The Proposal» starring Ryan Reynolds and Sandra Bullock, as well as «Crazy Rich Asians.» The producer has not yet been announced, though it could be Drew Barrymore, who worked on the early-2000s films. However, there has been no official confirmation.

Barrymore starred alongside Cameron Diaz and Lucy Liu in the 2000 film «Charlie’s Angels.» Based on the 1970s television series of...

President Donald Trump’s increased self-promotion during his second term has renewed debate among historians and political observers over whether the U.S. is seeing the emergence of a modern cult of personality, according to The New York Times.

Over the past year, Trump has been depicted — and at times has promoted depictions of himself — as a heroic or larger-than-life figure. These portrayals have included images of him as a monarch, a religious leader, a superhero and a Jedi knight. His image has appeared on large banners on federal buildings, on annual national park passes and in proposals to...

A little monkey named Punch at a zoo in Japan became a real social media star over the weekend. Users were touched by photos and videos showing a six-month-old macaque clutching its favorite plush orangutan toy.

Punch was born in July 2025 at Ichikawa City Zoo. The zoo caretakers raised the infant after it was abandoned by its mother. To help it feel calmer, Punch was given blankets and plush toys. The stuffed orangutan quickly became its closest companion.

In the shared videos and photos, Punch can be seen hugging the toy while sleeping, carrying it...

People’s Artist of Kazakhstan and globally recognized singer Dimash Qudaibergen is among the nominees for «Most Handsome Man Alive 2026,» a title presented by Netizens Choice Magazine.

Global stars in contention

Other nominees include internationally known figures from sports and entertainment, such as football star Cristiano Ronaldo, actors Brad Pitt, Jason Momoa and Timothée Chalamet, as well as singer Justin Bieber.

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The winner will be determined by fan voting, with details of the voting process published on...

China is set to lift visa requirements for citizens of Canada and the U.K. starting Feb. 17, Xinhua reported.

According to a statement by the country’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, the policy will last until Dec. 31, 2026. It will allow ordinary passport holders to stay in China for up to 30 days for purposes including tourism, business, visiting family and friends, exchange and transit.

The CBC reported that the initiative to grant visa waivers to Canadians was first mentioned in January, following a meeting between Canada’s Prime Minister...

A camera trap has captured footage of three Indian crested porcupines in Ile-Alatau National Park in southeastern Kazakhstan.

According to the park’s press service, the rare animals were recorded during daylight hours. The Indian crested porcupine is considered a rare species and is included in Category IV of Kazakhstan’s Red Book, the country’s official list of endangered species.

Porcupines primarily live in the western part of the...

Kazakhstani figure skater Mikhail Shaidorov humorously showed how he brought Olympic gold to his country.

In the video, captioned «That beep? Just Olympic gold,» the athlete can be seen passing through the metal detector before revealing the gold medal hidden beneath the national Olympic team jacket.

The post immediately went viral, garnering hundreds of thousands of views, with users in the comments section congratulating Shaidorov and expressing pride in Kazakhstan.

Knowledge of Chinese helped firefighters in Astana quickly assess the situation while extinguishing a fire at a bus stop, according to the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan.

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The incident occurred at a public transport stop in the Saraishyk district on Nurmagambetov Street. Officials said the absence of a language barrier played a crucial role in the response, allowing rescuers to communicate rapidly with foreign nationals and obtain key...

A controversy involving the fast-food chain Burger King in Kazakhstan has drawn widespread attention on social media, where users have posted criticism and negative reviews. What began as a private labor dispute has expanded into a broader discussion about inclusion, corporate culture and employee treatment.

Social media post triggers public reaction

The discussion was sparked by a post on the platform Threads by social entrepreneur and autism specialist Zhanat Karatay, who described her son’s experience working at one of the chain’s restaurants.

According to Karatay, her son Alibek Karatay — a cook with...

In Kazakhstan, one in six families faces infertility. Many married couples seeking to preserve their families turn to in vitro fertilization, but in some cases surrogacy becomes the only path to parenthood.

Read also: Kazakhstan’s birth rate falls to 11-year low.

Legal requirements for surrogate mothers

Under Kazakh law, a surrogate mother must be between ages 20 and 35 and have at least one child of her own. She also must be in good physical, mental and reproductive health, confirmed by an official medical report.

Kazakh singer Dimash Qudaibergen congratulated Olympic champion Mikhail Shaidorov on his gold medal at the Winter Games, recording a special video message that he later posted on Instagram.

Emotional message of pride and remembrance

«Mishabai [a respectful Kazakh diminutive], my brother! Congratulations on the Olympic gold. Dear brother, what a celebration. You have become a great person who inspired the whole world with your performance and artistry on the ice,» the singer said in his message.

He also recalled the late Kazakh figure skater Denis Ten...

When an audience laughs at a taboo joke, they aren’t just sharing a moment — they’re finding solidarity in their dissent. In that instant, George Orwell’s words ring true:

“Every joke is a tiny revolution.”

For many entertainers, the stage is a place of freedom. For those living under — or near — the shadow of authoritarianism, however, a microphone can be a dangerous liability. Nurlan Saburov, once among the most successful comedians in the Russian-speaking world, recently learned this the hard way.

A native of Kazakhstan who built his...

Kazakh figure skater Mikhail Shaidorov captured the gold medal at the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Italy, earning Kazakhstan’s first medal of the four-year Olympic cycle.

Climbing from fifth to first

After the short program, Shaidorov stood in fifth place with 92.94 points. In the free skate, he landed five quadruple jumps and received 198.64 points from the judges, bringing his total to 291.58 points and securing the Olympic title.

His main rivals included American Ilia Malinin, Japan’s Yuma Kagiyama, and France’s Adam Siao Him Fa. All three struggled in the free skate...

Kyrgyz model Shadia Isaeva attracted attention at Seoul Fashion Week after appearing on the runway in outfits assembled from her grandparents’ clothing.

Look rooted in national tradition

Seoul Fashion Week took place Feb. 3-8. On the fourth day of shows, Isaeva appeared in traditional attire that included her grandfather’s chapan and her grandmother’s scarf.

The look was later featured in the pages of international Vogue.

Emotional reaction and inspiration

In posts on social media, the model said she still could not believe what had happened and felt so...