Bishkek Urban Life: Residents and activists are worried that parks and green spaces in the capital could keep shrinking as roads and construction expand—Fuchik Park is cited as a clear example of how a once-large green area was turned into a small square. Education Watch: State final certification for 9th and 11th graders has started in Bishkek municipal schools, with the city saying exams will follow the ministry schedule and rules. School Reform: The Ministry of Education is discussing a shift to a 6+3+3 school structure as part of the 12-year education transition, changing primary, basic, and secondary timelines. Mobility Safety: Bishkek is pushing scooter vendors to limit speeds to 15 km/h, warning that a full ban could follow if accidents rise. AI in Everyday Life: Neural networks are booming on Kyrgyz social media, with paid courses promising fast, practice-first training for creating content and solving business tasks. Culture & Tastes: The II National Sommelier Competition is set for June 3–4 in Bishkek, bringing together regional hospitality talent for training, blind tasting, and service judging. Religious Freedom: Rights groups and the Human Rights Association are urging the release of imprisoned pastor Pavel Shreider, alleging torture and calling for an end to criminalization tied to unregistered religious communities. Summer Rights Reminder: The State Commission for Religious Affairs warns that summer religious camps and courses must be registered and permitted, or organizers face liability. Kids & Society: Karakol marked International Children’s Day with a parade, performances, and entertainment for families. Youth & Skills: Kyrgyz State Technical University students won second place at the “Anticounterfeit-M” forum in Astana, focusing on intellectual property and digital copyright issues. Children’s Support: The state children’s deposit “Kelechekke Salym” has opened for 3,524 orphans and children without parental care.