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Russian Widow of Nigerian Prince Dies After Alleged CurseRussian Widow of Nigerian Prince Dies After Alleged Curse
Russian Widow of Nigerian Prince Dies After Alleged CurseNatalia Vedenina, a Russian woman who married a Nigerian prince, has died following years of hardship and an alleged curse from her mother-in-law. Her health deteriorated rapidly after the loss of her husband.
Child Beaten and Mice Infest Beds at Tolyatti SanatoriumChild Beaten and Mice Infest Beds at Tolyatti Sanatorium
Child Beaten and Mice Infest Beds at Tolyatti SanatoriumThis article presents all sides of a conflict at a sanatorium in Tolyatti where a child was injured and rodents were found in the living quarters.
Urals Residents Share Humorous Nicknames for ParentsUrals Residents Share Humorous Nicknames for Parents
Urals Residents Share Humorous Nicknames for ParentsReaders from the Urals region have revealed a variety of funny and unusual nicknames for their parents, including 'bankomat', 'mamazavr', and 'mammoth', as shared in a survey.
Ural farmer mother shares life with seven childrenUral farmer mother shares life with seven children
Ural farmer mother shares life with seven childrenAnna Proskuryakova, a mother of seven from the Ural region, shares her family's story as Russia celebrates Mother's Day in late November.
Krasnoyarsk Residents Recall Funny Childhood Mom StoriesKrasnoyarsk Residents Recall Funny Childhood Mom Stories
Krasnoyarsk Residents Recall Funny Childhood Mom StoriesWith Mother's Day approaching on November 30, 2025, NGS24.RU collected funny and tender childhood stories from Krasnoyarsk residents about their moms, showcasing the special mother-child bond.
Homeless Tyumen boy may be sent to orphanageHomeless Tyumen boy may be sent to orphanage
Homeless Tyumen boy may be sent to orphanageA 14-year-old boy from Tyumen who was homeless and lived in a cafe was found by his father after a news report, but he no longer lives with him.
Perm man secretly flies to Kazan, proposes on stagePerm man secretly flies to Kazan, proposes on stage
Perm man secretly flies to Kazan, proposes on stageA master's student from Perm secretly traveled to Kazan to propose to his girlfriend on stage during the All-Russian Student Spring finals, and we interviewed him about how he orchestrated the surprise.
Mothers Not as Scary as Kids Draw Them in YekaterinburgMothers Not as Scary as Kids Draw Them in Yekaterinburg
Mothers Not as Scary as Kids Draw Them in YekaterinburgFor Mother's Day on November 30, Yekaterinburg mothers shared drawings by their children, showcasing how kids perceive their moms in a heartwarming collection from E1.RU readers.
No-Shave November helps woman flee abusive exNo-Shave November helps woman flee abusive ex
No-Shave November helps woman flee abusive exA mother and her three children escaped domestic violence and are now living in a secure apartment. The 'Territory of Family' organization is assisting them through the 'No-Shave November' initiative.
Siberian woman's TV appearance exposes child to criminal chargesSiberian woman's TV appearance exposes child to criminal charges
Siberian woman's TV appearance exposes child to criminal chargesA woman from a village in Novosibirsk Oblast appeared on the 'Male / Female' TV program, alleging that her former neighbor's son faces criminal charges after being incited to vandalism.
21-year-old from Gubakha stars in 'Mom at 16' episode21-year-old from Gubakha stars in 'Mom at 16' episode
21-year-old from Gubakha stars in 'Mom at 16' episodeVika from Moscow and Anton from Gubakha navigate their complex relationship in the new episode of the reality show 'Mom at 16'.
Transforming Santa belief into self-belief: Psychologist's adviceTransforming Santa belief into self-belief: Psychologist's advice
Transforming Santa belief into self-belief: Psychologist's adviceA Voronezh psychologist explains why it's crucial to tell children the truth about Santa Claus at the right time and pass on the “baton of magic”.
Teen Mom from Yekaterinburg Weds, Advises Other GirlsTeen Mom from Yekaterinburg Weds, Advises Other Girls
Teen Mom from Yekaterinburg Weds, Advises Other GirlsVeronica, a participant from the show 'Pregnant at 16' in Yekaterinburg, has married the father of her child and shares her advice for young mothers.
Chelyabinsk woman on genealogy: Pay 3 million or spend 7 yearsChelyabinsk woman on genealogy: Pay 3 million or spend 7 years
Chelyabinsk woman on genealogy: Pay 3 million or spend 7 yearsA woman from Chelyabinsk explains the challenges of compiling a genealogical tree, highlighting costs up to 3 million rubles or years of personal effort.
11-year-old engineer from Tomsk builds with his tools11-year-old engineer from Tomsk builds with his tools
11-year-old engineer from Tomsk builds with his toolsDaniil Orlov, an 11-year-old from Tomsk, has been fascinated by electronics since age one and now repairs vehicles and appliances, aiming to build his own pit bike.
Kopeysk Family Has Back-to-Back TwinsKopeysk Family Has Back-to-Back Twins
Kopeysk Family Has Back-to-Back TwinsMaxim and Irina from Kopeysk became parents to four children after having two sets of twins in quick succession.
Officials launch process to issue passport to mother after 28 yearsOfficials launch process to issue passport to mother after 28 years
Officials launch process to issue passport to mother after 28 yearsVoronezh officials are working to quickly resolve the document issues of Vera Danchenko, a 28-year-old mother of three who has lived without a passport her entire life, after her story was featured on a federal TV program.
Family Found in Tymen for French Adoptee Searching for MotherFamily Found in Tymen for French Adoptee Searching for Mother
Family Found in Tymen for French Adoptee Searching for MotherA man from France searching for his biological mother in Tymen has found his sister and aunt after his story was published on the 'Wait for Me' program website.
Tyumen Residents Share Funny Contact Names for Loved OnesTyumen Residents Share Funny Contact Names for Loved Ones
Tyumen Residents Share Funny Contact Names for Loved OnesTyumen residents share amusing stories about how they label close contacts in their smartphones, from affectionate nicknames to humorous descriptions. The responses reveal personal relationships and creative twists on saving family and friends' numbers.
Ural Veteran Accuses Wife of Forcing Him into Rehab and Stealing PaymentsUral Veteran Accuses Wife of Forcing Him into Rehab and Stealing Payments
Ural Veteran Accuses Wife of Forcing Him into Rehab and Stealing PaymentsA former special military operation fighter from the Urals claims his wife forcibly sent him to a rehabilitation center and stole 4.5 million rubles (about $50,000 at current rates) in military payments. She denies the allegations, insisting he spent the money on alcohol.
Krasnoyarsk Women Share Mentoring Stories for Orphanage ChildrenKrasnoyarsk Women Share Mentoring Stories for Orphanage Children
Krasnoyarsk Women Share Mentoring Stories for Orphanage ChildrenWomen from Krasnoyarsk share their experiences as mentors for children in orphanages, describing the challenges and rewards of building friendships with those abandoned by their families.
Krasnoyarsk Orphans Seek Friends Through MentorshipKrasnoyarsk Orphans Seek Friends Through Mentorship
Krasnoyarsk Orphans Seek Friends Through MentorshipChildren in Krasnoyarsk orphanages face everyday challenges and build relationships with local volunteers who act as mentors, addressing their need for companionship and life skills.
Ukrainian Teacher Creates Fairy-Tale Kokoshniks in YekaterinburgUkrainian Teacher Creates Fairy-Tale Kokoshniks in Yekaterinburg
Ukrainian Teacher Creates Fairy-Tale Kokoshniks in YekaterinburgTatyana, a Ukrainian teacher, moved to Yekaterinburg with her non-ambulatory son and now creates traditional Russian kokoshnik headdresses to build a new life.
Circus in a Circus: Zapashny Family on Illegitimate ChildCircus in a Circus: Zapashny Family on Illegitimate Child
Circus in a Circus: Zapashny Family on Illegitimate ChildAsgold Zapashny confessed to having an affair and fathering an illegitimate child during his marriage, revealing this on the TV show 'Secret for a Million', which sparked emotional reactions from his family.
Single Mothers in Barnaul Share Their StrugglesSingle Mothers in Barnaul Share Their Struggles
Single Mothers in Barnaul Share Their StrugglesSingle mothers from Barnaul reveal the difficulties they encounter in raising children alone, including financial instability, lack of support from ex-partners, and personal sacrifices.