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The ENPF urges Kazakhs to avoid trusting intermediaries with their pension savings. (21.12.2024)

The ENPF urges Kazakhs to avoid trusting intermediaries with their pension savings. (21.12.2024)

Recently, social media and online classifieds have seen a surge in offers for intermediary services that assist individuals in accessing pension savings above the minimum sufficiency threshold, available to all citizens at a low interest rate, reports BaigeNews.kz.
A car drove into a crowd at a Christmas market in Germany on December 21, 2024.

A car drove into a crowd at a Christmas market in Germany on December 21, 2024.

A car drove into a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, resulting in dozens of injuries, reports BaigeNews.kz, citing Bild.
Kazakhstan has completed the large-scale beet harvest as of December 21, 2024.

Kazakhstan has completed the large-scale beet harvest as of December 21, 2024.

The results of the beet harvest were summarized during a meeting at the government, chaired by Vice Prime Minister Serik Zhumangarin, as reported by BaigeNews.kz.
The Asian Weightlifting Championship will take place in Kazakhstan in 2025.

The Asian Weightlifting Championship will take place in Kazakhstan in 2025.

From December 19 to 26, Doha, the capital of Qatar, will host the Asian Weightlifting Championship for youth and juniors, reports BaigeNews.kz.
A storm warning has been issued in 15 regions of Kazakhstan as of December 21, 2024.

A storm warning has been issued in 15 regions of Kazakhstan as of December 21, 2024.

A storm warning has been issued for Saturday in 15 regions of Kazakhstan, according to BaigeNews.kz, citing the RGP "Kazhydromet."
Kazakhstan has doubled its lamb exports to the UAE as of December 21, 2024.

Kazakhstan has doubled its lamb exports to the UAE as of December 21, 2024.

This year, Kazakhstan has doubled its lamb exports to the UAE. At the same time, the country's authorized agencies are in talks regarding the supply of other types of agricultural products, reports BaigeNews.kz.
Wolves and stray dogs attacked a village in the Turkestan region on December 21, 2024.

Wolves and stray dogs attacked a village in the Turkestan region on December 21, 2024.

Residents of a village in the Turkestan region are afraid to leave their homes due to attacks from wolves and stray dogs. According to locals, these fierce predators have taken over the area, exacerbated by the lack of street lighting, as reported by BaigeNews.kz, citing KTK.
The Health Minister announced significant changes to the OSMS system, effective December 21, 2024.

The Health Minister announced significant changes to the OSMS system, effective December 21, 2024.

The Minister of Health of Kazakhstan, Akmaral Alnazarova, shared information on her Facebook page regarding new approaches to the formation of a Unified Medical Care Package, as reported by BaigeNews.kz.
Kazhydromet has issued a warning to residents of Aktobe and Balkhash on December 21, 2024.

Kazhydromet has issued a warning to residents of Aktobe and Balkhash on December 21, 2024.

According to forecasts from "Kazhydromet," unfavorable weather conditions are anticipated on December 21 in Aktobe and Balkhash, as reported by BaigeNews.kz.
At least 11 people were killed in a terrorist attack in Magdeburg on December 21, 2024.

At least 11 people were killed in a terrorist attack in Magdeburg on December 21, 2024.

As a result of a vehicle driving into a Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg, at least 11 people have lost their lives, reports BaigeNews.kz, citing Bild.
Tokayev has relieved Nurlan Baibazarov from his position as Deputy Prime Minister as of December 21, 2024.

Tokayev has relieved Nurlan Baibazarov from his position as Deputy Prime Minister as of December 21, 2024.

Nurlan Baibazarov has been relieved of his duties as Deputy Prime Minister, reports BaigeNews.kz.
Serik Zhumangarin has been appointed as the Minister of National Economy as of December 21, 2024.

Serik Zhumangarin has been appointed as the Minister of National Economy as of December 21, 2024.

President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has appointed the Minister of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, reports BaigeNews.kz.
Tragedy in Magdeburg: What we know about the driver who crashed into a crowd on December 21, 2024.

Tragedy in Magdeburg: What we know about the driver who crashed into a crowd on December 21, 2024.

On the evening before last, a driver of a rented car crashed into a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg. Earlier, the publication Bild reported that at least 11 people had died. So far, the deaths of two individuals—an adult and a child—have been officially confirmed. Dozens more have sustained injuries of varying degrees of severity, according to BaigeNews.kz, referencing Deutsche Welle.
Bektenov assigned tasks to the new Minister of National Economy on December 21, 2024.

Bektenov assigned tasks to the new Minister of National Economy on December 21, 2024.

The Prime Minister of Kazakhstan, Olzhas Bektanov, introduced the new head of the Ministry of National Economy, Serik Jumangarin, to the staff, as reported by BaigeNews.kz, citing the press service of the Government of Kazakhstan.
Firefighters averted an explosion in a private home in Astana on December 21, 2024.

Firefighters averted an explosion in a private home in Astana on December 21, 2024.

Capital firefighters removed three gas cylinders during a fire, reports BaigeNews.kz, citing the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
A plane without documents was attempted to be smuggled into Russia from the Pavlodar region on December 21, 2024.

A plane without documents was attempted to be smuggled into Russia from the Pavlodar region on December 21, 2024.

A truck driver operating a MAZ was stopped at the border with Russia in the Pavlodar region. It was discovered that the man intended to transport an AN-2T aircraft in the truck bed, reports BaigeNews.kz.
A casino "not for Kazakhstanis" will be built in Mangistau by December 21, 2024.

A casino "not for Kazakhstanis" will be built in Mangistau by December 21, 2024.

A casino that will only be accessible to foreign citizens is set to be built in the Mangistau region. This was announced by the regional akim, Nurdaulet Kilybay, during a briefing at the Central Communications Service, as reported by BaigeNews.kz, referencing Lada.kz.
A dancing boxer with a knockdown clinched a medal at the Kazakhstan Championship on December 21, 2024.

A dancing boxer with a knockdown clinched a medal at the Kazakhstan Championship on December 21, 2024.

Talghat Syrymbetov, renowned for his performances with the Kazakhstan boxing national team, has advanced to the semifinals of the national championship currently taking place in Karaganda, reports BaigeNews.kz, citing Sports.kz.
Olaf Scholz arrived at the site of the tragedy in Magdeburg on December 21, 2024.

Olaf Scholz arrived at the site of the tragedy in Magdeburg on December 21, 2024.

Following the attack on the Christmas market in Magdeburg, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz visited the city, according to BaigeNews.kz, citing Bild.
Tragedy in Magdeburg: Tokayev extends condolences to the President of Germany on December 21, 2024.

Tragedy in Magdeburg: Tokayev extends condolences to the President of Germany on December 21, 2024.

The head of state sent a telegram of condolence to the President of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, as reported by BaigeNews.kz, citing Akorda.
A man in a wheelchair has been assisting the police in Atyrau for five years as of December 21, 2024.

A man in a wheelchair has been assisting the police in Atyrau for five years as of December 21, 2024.

A man in a wheelchair has been assisting the police in maintaining public order for over five years, according to BaigeNews.kz, citing Polisia.kz.
Elena Rybakina lost to Iga Swiatek in Abu Dhabi on December 21, 2024.

Elena Rybakina lost to Iga Swiatek in Abu Dhabi on December 21, 2024.

Kazakhstan's top-ranked tennis player Elena Rybakina lost to Polish player Iga Swiatek at an exhibition tournament in Abu Dhabi, with a score of 3:6, reports BaigeNews.kz, citing Sport+.
An investigation is underway at a military school in Atyrau after reports of a stun gun being used and threats made with a knife. December 21, 2024.

An investigation is underway at a military school in Atyrau after reports of a stun gun being used and threats made with a knife. December 21, 2024.

In Atyrau, students at the specialized military school "Sarmat" reported incidents of abuse by the staff, as reported by BaigeNews.kz citing "Ak Zhaik."
On December 21, 2024, Barys lost to Traktor Chelyabinsk in an away game.

On December 21, 2024, Barys lost to Traktor Chelyabinsk in an away game.

In the final game of their away series, the Kontinental Hockey League's "Barys" faced off against "Traktor" in Chelyabinsk, as reported by BaigeNews.kz, citing the press service of the capital's hockey club.
The Ministry of Agriculture commented on the situation regarding the acceptance of sugar beets on December 21, 2024.

The Ministry of Agriculture commented on the situation regarding the acceptance of sugar beets on December 21, 2024.

The situation regarding the acceptance of sugar beets in the Zhetysu region was commented on by Azat Sultanov, the Deputy Minister of Agriculture, as reported by BaigeNews.kz.
Blizzards, freezing temperatures, and fog: a storm warning has been issued across Kazakhstan as of December 21, 2024.

Blizzards, freezing temperatures, and fog: a storm warning has been issued across Kazakhstan as of December 21, 2024.

According to forecasts from "Kazhydromet," on December 22, most of the country is expected to experience snow accompanied by blizzards. Only the western and southern regions of Kazakhstan will see dry weather due to the influence of an anticyclone. The forecast also includes stronger winds, fog, and icy conditions in the west and south, as reported by BaigeNews.kz.
Albania will block TikTok for at least a year starting December 21, 2024.

Albania will block TikTok for at least a year starting December 21, 2024.

The Albanian authorities will restrict access to the Chinese social media platform TikTok for at least one year. This announcement was made on Saturday, December 21, by Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama, as reported by BaigeNews.kz, citing Albanian Daily News.
Prayed on the road in Almaty: 30 people were punished. 21.12.2024

Prayed on the road in Almaty: 30 people were punished. 21.12.2024

Thirty individuals were held administratively accountable for blocking a street in Almaty to conduct prayers, as reported by BaigeNews.kz, referencing KazTAG.
The Health Minister commented on the assault of a paramedic in Kostanay.

The Health Minister commented on the assault of a paramedic in Kostanay.

The attack on a paramedic in Kostanay was addressed by Kazakhstan's Minister of Health, Akmaral Alnazarova, as reported by BaigeNews.kz.
National security agencies are not required to provide explanations for denying residency permits to foreigners, according to the Constitutional Court.

National security agencies are not required to provide explanations for denying residency permits to foreigners, according to the Constitutional Court.

The Constitutional Court of Kazakhstan found no grounds to review the legal provision that grants national security agencies the authority to withhold the reasons for denying foreigners a residence permit, as reported by BaigeNews.kz.