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Kyrgyz Court Unsurprisingly Upholds Rulings Against Atambayev and Isakov
August 20, 2020

Kyrgyz Court Unsurprisingly Upholds Rulings Against Atambayev and Isakov

By Catherine Putz
Atambaeyv’s second trial is still in progress, but previous cases against the former president and his ally, Sapar Isakov, were recently upheld.

Two Years Later: Who Isn’t Skipping the World Nomad Games?
August 23, 2018

Two Years Later: Who Isn’t Skipping the World Nomad Games?

By Catherine Putz
The Kyrgyz say several leaders, including the president of Uzbekistan, are set to attend the third World Nomad Games.
Pride and Politics on Display in Kyrgyzstan
September 30, 2016

Pride and Politics on Display in Kyrgyzstan

By Catherine Putz
The World Nomad Games were great fun, but also securitized, commercialized, politicized, and nationalized.

Spectacle and Sport at the World Nomad Games
September 17, 2016

Spectacle and Sport at the World Nomad Games

By Catherine Putz
A week of earnest competition, friendly contests, and a full-on Central Asian Burning Man-like festival.

American Cowboys in Kyrgyzstan
September 07, 2016

American Cowboys in Kyrgyzstan

By Catherine Putz
“Let’s go play a game we’ve never played, in a language we don’t understand, where you could possibly die."

The World Nomad Games: Part Olympics, Part Burning Man
September 06, 2016

The World Nomad Games: Part Olympics, Part Burning Man

By Catherine Putz
“If Genghis Khan were alive, he’d be here.”

The Smooth Road Through Boom Gorge
September 03, 2016

The Smooth Road Through Boom Gorge

By Catherine Putz
The road is smooth, for the most part, and cleared just in time.
Who Is Skipping the World Nomad Games?
August 26, 2016

Who Is Skipping the World Nomad Games?

By Catherine Putz
The official website lists 53 nations, but Uzbekistan isn't on the list.

Daniiar Mukashev on the World Nomad Games
May 16, 2016

Daniiar Mukashev on the World Nomad Games

By Cholpon Orozobekova
“The World Nomad Games demonstrates our rich cultural heritage.”

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