Education & Staffing: Kyrgyzstan says it will be short of more than 640 teachers by the end of the 2025/26 school year, with the biggest gaps in Russian-speaking schools; the ministry also reports over 40,000 teachers have already completed professional development, and salary increases are planned from April 1, 2026. Bishkek Exams: State final certification for 9th and 11th graders has started in municipal schools, with the city stressing transparency and compliance with rules. City Life & Safety: Bishkek is pushing electric scooter operators to cap speeds at 15 km/h, warning that a full ban could follow if accidents rise; major rental firms already agreed to limit speeds. Culture & Community: EU Fest 2026 lands in Bishkek on June 6 with free, interactive “Journey Across Europe” activities, performances, and an “EU Fest Passport” quest. Urban Ecology: Residents and activists fear Bishkek’s parks and green spaces could keep shrinking as construction and roadworks expand, pointing to changes at Fuchik Park and the Botanical Garden. Rights Watch: Kyrgyz secret police deported and banned a tortured pastor, Rev. Pavel Shreider, prompting renewed calls for an independent investigation. Tech & Learning: AI content is booming on Kyrgyz social media, and local courses are teaching practical tools for generating media and solving business tasks.