Vasilina Atoyanz-Larina

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Plov is one of the most common festive treats across Central Asia. (Photo: Aziz Mamirov)

Plov is one of the most common festive treats across Central Asia. (Photo: Aziz Mamirov)

All You Need is Plov

Central Asians vie for ownership of a much-loved dish.

25 Nov 16

Actress Saltanat Nauruz doesn't call herself a hipster but likes some elements of their culture. (Photo by Bahtiyar Badenov)

Actress Saltanat Nauruz doesn't call herself a hipster but likes some elements of their culture. (Photo by Bahtiyar Badenov)

Kazakstan: Hipsters of the Steppe

Young creatives are pursuing a niche look, accessorised with iPhones and fuelled by chai lattes.

9 May 16

Almaty, Kazakstan's commercial centre: the country has Central Asia's highest rate of internet penetration. (Photo: Andrei Shevelev/Flickr)

Almaty, Kazakstan's commercial centre: the country has Central Asia's highest rate of internet penetration. (Photo: Andrei Shevelev/Flickr)

Kazak State Tightens Grip on Internet

Experts warn that online access will be imperilled if new laws are put into effect.

15 Feb 16

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