What Payments Await Russians Who Never WorkedA senator has detailed the social pension available to Russians who have never held an official job, citing specific amounts set to take effect in 2026.
Volgograd Identifies Highest and Lowest Paying JobsA statistical report reveals which industries in the Volgograd region offer the best salaries and which barely meet subsistence levels for the first ten months of 2025.
St. Petersburg Students Spend More on Food and Online ShoppingAccording to Bank Saint Petersburg, in the first semester of 2025, students spent an average of 12.5 thousand rubles per month (approximately $125 at current rates). The main expenses were on groceries, dining out, and online shopping.
KDV's parent company now controlled by RosselkhozbankThe KDV confectionery group's parent company has been transferred to state-owned Rosselkhozbank, according to official records, following the criminal conviction of its owners.
Voronezh Region Tightens Rules for Unified Child BenefitFrom 2026, the income threshold for families to qualify for the unified child benefit will be significantly higher in Voronezh Region, aligning with nationwide changes.
Russians Report Sharp Food Price Rise After New YearFollowing a VAT increase on January 1, Russians are expressing dismay over rising food prices in social media posts, while analysts provide insights on the trends and future expectations.
