Yeltsin Heirs: Life Beyond Politics for Russia's First FamilyOn what would have been Boris Yeltsin's 95th birthday, his widow, children, and grandchildren live out of the political spotlight, as this 2026 update details their current endeavors.
MChS: Frosts in St. Petersburg to intensify to -20°CThe Main Directorate of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MChS) for St. Petersburg has issued a warning about a significant cold snap. Overnight temperatures could drop below minus 20 degrees Celsius (-4°F).
Security Increased at Larisa Dolina's PerformancesSecurity measures at concerts of Russian People's Artist Larisa Dolina have been tightened due to increased, and sometimes unhealthy, public interest.
First Standing Tickets Sold at Larisa Dolina ConcertFor the first time, standing tickets were sold for Larisa Dolina's solo concert on January 27 at the Petter bar in Moscow, according to her representative Sergei Pudovkin.
Mother Reveals Final Days of Dom-2 Star Liberzh KpadonuIn an interview, the mother of former Dom-2 participant Liberzh Kpadonu discusses the rumors surrounding her daughter's death, her life on the show, and how the family is coping with the loss.
Weight-loss candles, voodoo dolls, and drums: esoterica trendsAccording to a study, sales of magical items in Russia have increased several times. The most in-demand were protective charms and aspen stakes, with the main growth occurring on online platforms.
Over 1,700 multichild mothers in Yugra receive pension recalculationMore than 1,700 mothers with many children in Yugra have had their pensions recalculated under new rules effective from 2026. The changes apply to all children without restriction, benefiting both future and current pensioners.
