Kazakh tour companies losing market to Russian firms
Kazakhstani tour operators may eventually be forced out of business by Russian companies through 'dumping'.
Silk Road explorers from Kazakhstan: Minarets of Xinjiang
The expedition group from Kazakhstan has immersed itself into the spiritual life of the ancient and enigmatic city of Kashgar.
Astana experiences shortage of high school and pre-school teachers
Astana's Education Department is alarmed with a shortage of teachers that could become worse in the capital city in the nearest future.
Kazakhstan wins 8 medals at Youth Olympic Games in China
Kazakhstan athletes have won eight medals at the Second Youth Olympic Games held in Nanjing, China on August 16-28, 2014.
President Vladimir Putin of Russia on Kazakhstan and its future
Efforts we have been taking to launch the Customs Union, the Single Economic Space have been based on his ideas. It was he who came up with the idea of the Eurasian Union: Putin about Nazarbayev.
Kazakhstan will soon feel the rising cost of living: expert
Fuel prices have grown in Kazakhstan, and they will push the prices of other goods upwards.
Yurt may be recognized as Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan's cultural heritage: UNESCO
Yurt, a portable dwelling of Central Asian nomads, may be recognized as a cultural heritage of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan by the end of 2014.
Kazakhstan Minister of Culture calls gay smooch ad 'ugly' and 'nonhuman'
The infamous poster depicting a Russian poet and a Kazakh composer smooching caused outrage in the social media in Kazakhstan. Now, the Kazakh Minister of Culture has joined the slamming.
Man blocks entrance to mayor's office in protest against gasoline deficit in Kazakhstan
A young man has blocked the entrance to the mayor's office with his car in the city of Uralsk in western Kazakhstan. His motifs?
Fuel deficit creates kilometer-long queues in Kazakhstan
Uralsk is an administrative center of West Kazakhstan Oblast. The Oblast produces both oil and gas. However, since early morning yesterday people in the city have been forming kilometer-long queues to refuel.
Kazakhstan toughens punishment for corruption
The new Kazakhstan Criminal Code that will enter into force next year introduces a tougher punishment for bribes.
Will Ward be first to defeat Golovkin?
Andre Ward’s team claims that the American boxer would be the first boxer to win Gennady Golovkin.
Mudflow threat in Almaty remains: scientist
A Kazakh scientist claims there is evidence that suggests that mudflow threat to Almaty city is high.
'Smart' city guru arrives in Astana
William Hutchison, Executive Director of Ernst and Young and founder of Waterfront Toronto, will turn Kazakhstan's capital Astana into an "intelligent community".
Green Belt around Astana to be extended
Unused land around Astana will serve as the tree planting grounds.
Oil-producing Kazakhstan depends on Russia for gasoline. No way out?
Oil-producing Kazakhstan experienced a significant fuel price hike last week. Vice-Minister of Energy Karabalin spoke to the journalists about the situation and the future of the fuel supplies in Kazakhstan.
Ballet dancer of Bordeaux National Opera to perform in Astana
Astana residents and guests will have a great opportunity to enjoy Romeo and Juliet ballet by Sergei Prokofiev directed by French choreographer Charles Jude.
Kazakhstan makes first brain tumor surgery
National Center for Neurosurgery in Astana has successfully remove a brain tumor located close to motor cortex - the first such surgery in Kazakhstan.
'Swagger' Kazakh-style
A recently opened restaurant in Almaty has caused quite a controversy: not because of its cuisine, but because of its parking.
Next round of talks on Ukraine crisis to be held in Astana, Kazakhstan
Kazakhstani political expert believes the talks in Minsk have advanced the negotiations on Ukraine to a new level and the next round of talks may be held in Kazakhstan.