Tajikistan: Little person’s bigtime courts controversy A charismatic, handicapped singer has gone viral, triggering appearances with Russian superstars and a member of the ruling family. Dec 13, 2021
Kazakhstan: Satellite images show scale of land squatting Historic efforts to combat the problem bring back memories of a dark episode in the country's history. Almaz Kumenov Dec 8, 2021
Kazakh TikTokers conquer the world, incite suspicion at home The world’s most popular TikTok house is in Almaty. Not all locals are happy about it. Almaz Kumenov Dec 7, 2021
Kazakhstan: China protests reach landmark, despite official war of attrition Some protesters spend most of their pensions traveling daily to picket outside the Chinese consulate. Daniyar Moldabekov and Nazerke Kurmangazinova Dec 6, 2021
Facing yet more toxic waste, Kazakh town says NIMBY A grassroots environmental campaign has implications far beyond the small Kazakh town where it started. Artyem Sochnev Dec 3, 2021
Kazakhstan’s soccer rout invites scrutiny: Where have all the billions gone? The devastating loss to France was not only “an embarrassment for the country,” but also a moment to reflect on lavish government spending. Almaz Kumenov Nov 15, 2021
Facebook caught up in Kazakhstan internet crackdown The backer of a strict new internet law says he may now soften the terms. Zholdas Orisbayev Nov 2, 2021
Kazakhstan: Boys in skirts blame Nazarbayev school suicide on conservative staff The protests have spread to several of the prestigious schools around the country. Almaz Kumenov Nov 1, 2021
Kazakhstan: Rampage follows interethnic brawl Independent experts say sweeping the tensions under the carpet is not helping. Almaz Kumenov Oct 29, 2021
Kazakhstan sees teen suicides rise again amid pandemic The authorities spot a chance to clamp down more on the internet. Almaz Kumenov Oct 27, 2021
Kazakhstan targets users in synthetic drugs crackdown Experts say tougher penalties for users will not curb supply. Daniyar Moldabekov Oct 24, 2021
Kazakh lawmaker wants to ban journalists from courtroom News of the bill only leaked because a lawyer wrote about it on Facebook. Oct 22, 2021
Kazakhstan’s stand-up comedians try to find their feet It's a niche scene, but comics have plenty of local material to work with. Almaz Kumenov Oct 8, 2021
Kazakhstan: Ailing political prisoner freed after 15 years behind bars Aron Atabek had refused to seek parole because he insisted on his innocence. Joanna Lillis Oct 4, 2021
China’s footprint in Georgia causes anxiety Beijing’s influence is expanding in Georgia’s education sector, as Chinese businesses put down roots. Nino Bakradze Sep 23, 2021