Tanker explosion trial starts in Mangistau Oblast
A trial of the petrol truck driver involved in the massive flaring of a petrol train has started In Mangistau Oblast.
Runaway patient found dead on hospital grounds four weeks later
A patient who disappeared from one of the municipal hospitals in Astana was found dead in a snow bank under the hospital's window.
Friends, family hold wake for Hoffman
Friends and family of celebrated actor Philip Seymour Hoffman, who died of an apparent heroin overdose over the weekend, gathered late Thursday to attend a New York wake in his honor.
Chinese scientists sound warning over new bird flu
Chinese scientists sounded the alarm Wednesday after a new bird flu virus, H10N8, killed an elderly woman in December and infected another individual last month.
Actor Philip Seymour Hoffman found dead in New York
Oscar-winning actor Philip Seymour Hoffman was found dead in his New York apartment of an apparent drug overdose on Sunday.
New cancer research center in Astana: Cancer early detection
A new cancer center in Astana will provide diagnose of cancer at early stages.
DNA from ancient plague points to modern peril
"In some cases death came immediately; in others, after many days," the historian Procopius wrote as a terrifying disease scythed through Constantinople in 542 AD.
Wolves in sheep clothing: possible involvement of foreign forces in Kiev
The press office of the Ukrainian Ministry of the Interior posed a video of the shocking warfare-like protest.
Vietnam reports first bird flu death in nine months
Vietnam has recorded its first death from bird flu in nine months, according to the country's Health Ministry, amid growing regional concerns over a potential resurgence of the deadly virus.
Grand Mufti of Kazakhstan supports organ donation after death
The Grand Mufti has spoken up for organ donation in Kazakhstan.
Rallying: Veteran Dakar Rally rider dies
An experienced Belgian motorbike rider has died competing in this year's Dakar Rally, organisers announced on Friday.
Two Argentine reporters die in crash while covering Dakar Rally
Two members of an Argentine news team covering the Dakar Rally died Thursday when the car they were driving in fell into a ravine, the Super Rally magazine said.
Lion found hanging in cage at Indonesia 'death zoo'
A young African lion has died after getting its head caught in cables in its cage at an Indonesian zoo notorious for hundreds of animal deaths in recent years, it was announced Thursday.
China reports first H7N9 bird flu death this year
China has reported its first death from the H7N9 bird flu virus in 2014 after a significant drop-off in fatalities following an outbreak last year.
Sarajevo's legendary shoe-shiner dies
Sarajevans paid tribute Tuesday to a legendary shoe-cleaner known as "uncle" Miso, who died at the age of 83 after more than 60 years working on the streets, even during the 1992-1995 war.
Russia to bury Kalashnikov in new 'pantheon' of heroes
Russia was Friday to bury Mikhail Kalashnikov, the designer of the iconic AK-47 assault rifle that was the favoured weapon of guerrillas worldwide, at a newly-opened cemetery for national heroes.
S. Africa's right still fears post-Mandela apocalypse
In South Africa, right-wing prophesies that Nelson Mandela's death will be followed by a racial apocalypse refuse to be quashed by events.
Colorado school shooting victim dies: hospital
A 17-year-old Colorado high school student who was shot in the face by a teenage gunman died Saturday after eight days on life support, a local hospital said.
US Supreme Court to hear Kirill Denyakin murder case
Kirill's mother has shared her further plans to turn around the case of Kirill Denyakin, who was unarmed by shot dead with 11 bullets by a U.S. policeman.
Mandela's funeral cortege proceeds through Pretoria
Nelson Mandela's funeral cortege has begun its solemn journey to the seat of South African government in Pretoria, where it will lie in state for three days.
