IMF's Argentina censure motion set for late January
The International Monetary Fund said Monday its executive board is unlikly to consider until late January any possible action against Argentina for failing to supply accurate economic data.
Indonesia blames pilot error for Sukhoi crash that killed 45
Indonesian investigators blamed pilot error Tuesday for a Sukhoi Superjet crash that killed all 45 onboard an exhibition flight that slammed into a Javanese volcano in May.
Popol Vuh: the Mayan holy book
Before the creation of the Earth, there was only silence and darkness, only the sky and the sea until the deities Tepeu and Gucumatz created trees, animals and man -- so says the Mayan holy book.
Toyota shares hit highest level this year
Toyota shares on Tuesday jumped to their highest level this year, boosted by a weaker yen and after a report said the firm was on track to be the world's biggest automaker in 2012.
New species, old threats to Mekong wildlife: WWF
From a devilish-looking bat to a frog that sings like a bird, scientists have identified 126 new species in the Greater Mekong area, the WWF said Tuesday in a new report detailing discoveries in 2011.
UN to increase contacts with Syrian opposition
The UN humanitarian chief said Monday she has asked the Syrian government for 10 more aid groups to work in the country and will increase contacts with the opposition to help those in need.
Nazarbayev expressed condolences to Obama over U.S. school mass shooting
Kazakhstan President Nursultan Nazarbayev expressed condolences to U.S. President Barack Obama in relation to the tragedy in the American school in Connecticut.
Kyrgyz capital without gas at 20 below zero
Residents of the Kyrgyz capital Bishkek have no gas to heat their homes amid arctic temperatures because Kazakhstan cut off the supply.
Movie about Kazakhstan expedition to South Pole presented in Almaty
The documentary called 108 hours shows the first Kazakhstan expedition’s journey to the Antarctic.
Kazakhstan to attract over $300 million in foreign ivestments
Kazakhstan will sign up for projects with foreign investors for over $300 million.
Air Astana presented its own Airbus and new staff outfits
We have been waiting for rebranding of our air company’s staff for a long time: Kazakhstan Vice-Minister of Transport and Communications Azat Bekturov.
Apple will develop applications for Kazakhstan students
Apple is interested in implementation of its IT solutions in applications for Kazakhstan schools: expert.
Kazakh strongman backs switch to Latin alphabet
Kazakh strongman Nursultan Nazarbayev on Friday called for a modernisation drive to turn the energy-rich Central Asian country into of the world's most developed, including a switch to the Latin alphabet.
Kazakhstan adopts law on countering terrorism
Kazakhstan Senators approved a draft law On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of Kazakhstan on Countering Terrorism in the second reading.
3.8-magnitude quake hit 111km from Almaty
3.8-magnitude earthquake hit the border of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.
London's High Court unfroze assets of Alliance Bank former managers
London's High Court canceled the ruling on blocking the assets towards former chairman of Alliance Bank Margulan Seisembayev, who is one of the defendants on the lawsuit on fraud for $1.1 billion.
Cycling: Astana Pro Team 2013 squad presented in Astana
Astana Team intends to win all races in 2013 and consists of an excellent squad that is prepared both for one-day and marathon races.
'How are my people?' Chavez asks post-surgery
Hugo Chavez's first words after emerging from surgery were "How are my (Venezuelan) people?" according to officials, who proclaimed here Friday that the ailing leader is on the road to recovery.
Kazakhstan scientists speak of doomsday
Kazakhstan biophysics and astrophysics commented predictions of the coming doomsday from the scientific point of view.
Hillary Clinton congratulated Kazakhstan people on Independence Day on behalf of U.S. President
I am delighted to send best wishes to the people of Kazakhstan as you celebrate your Independence Day this December 16: Clinton.