Belovo resident moves nationally famous carp from frozen basementLovita Golubovich from Belovo has removed her carp from a flooded basement after temperatures dropped, freezing the water. Her story drew national attention and highlighted ongoing flooding issues in the city.
Blogger Shares Tips for Safe Epiphany Ice BathingSvetlana Ananas, a blogger from Yekaterinburg, explains how to prepare for the traditional Epiphany ice baths scheduled for January 18–19, warning that it's not for everyone and requires prior conditioning.
ATM Holds 1.2 Million Rubles After Failed DepositA resident of Kopeysk was unable to retrieve 1.2 million rubles (about $13,000 at current rates) for two weeks after an ATM failed to credit a cash deposit, with the bank postponing action until after the holidays.
Yugra Stars: From Sunny Breaks to Eager Work ReturnsCelebrities from the Khanty-Mansi region, including reality show stars and bloggers, shared how they spent the recent New Year holidays, with some enjoying downtime and others rushing back to work.
Elderly BTS Enthusiast Starts Korean Culture BlogIrina Chirkova, a 67-year-old from Perm, Russia, fulfilled her dream of visiting South Korea after becoming a fan of BTS, and now shares her experiences and recipes in a blog.
Soldier Recalls Lieutenant Allowing Holiday Feast in ArmyA conscript from Bashkiria shares how, despite the demanding routine, a thoughtful lieutenant made New Year's Eve special for him and his comrades. The celebration, held in their office, provided a rare moment of comfort.
