Rubber 'Mermaid' Doll Frightens Fishermen, Owner Comes ForwardIn the Nadezhdinsky district of Primorye, fishermen were terrified by a silicone adult doll seated on a bridge, initially mistaking it for a corpse. The doll's owner later appeared to clarify the situation.
Win a Free Yandex Smart Speaker with Alice in TyumenThe 72.RU newsroom in Tyumen is running a pre-New Year giveaway with a Yandex smart speaker and Ozon gift certificates. Here's how to enter and win before December 29.
Omsk Food Blogger Shares Her Journey to Success34-year-old Daria Seliverstova from Omsk became a national food blogger by sharing easy-to-make recipes and now runs her own canteen, 'YEDAsha,' while amassing nearly two million followers online.
Scientist recreates 6,000-year-old Stone Age drillA Krasnoyarsk archaeologist has built a functional replica of a Neolithic drill using only materials available 6,000 years ago. He has been reconstructing ancient tools for decades to test historical methods.
Psychics Probe Volgograd Woman's Demonic Possession ClaimsThe final challenge of the second season of the show 'Battle of the Strongest' involved psychics Vlad Cherevaty, Oleg Sheps, and Maryana Romanova helping a woman named Aziza who believes she is possessed by demons.
Perm Artisan Quits Corporate Life to Craft Collector DollsYulia Motrich from Perm creates intricate handmade dolls that sell to collectors worldwide, explaining her journey from business executive to artist and her decision to avoid distant exhibitions.
How to write a letter to Father Frost: tips for parentsParents play a key role in setting rules for children writing letters to Father Frost. An early development expert from Novosibirsk explains how to approach this New Year tradition.
Vanya Dmitrenko's Mother Discusses His Romantic LifeSinger Vanya Dmitrenko has become one of Russia's most popular performers by age 20. His mother says she would accept any woman he chooses, describing him as a very romantic and tactile person.
Kazan Theater Refuses Comedian Rental Over Vulgar HumorA stand-up comedian in Kazan was denied a hall rental at a local theater, reportedly for his off-color jokes and profanity. The performer himself, however, appears unoffended and took an ironic stance on the matter.
