Huge Crowd at Vysotsky: Where Is Everyone Going?This kind of crowd is an annual occurrence at the Vysotsky business center in Yekaterinburg, where the Vladimir Vysotsky Museum offers free admission on what would have been the singer's birthday.
Expert: Kazan Families Prefer Land Over Cash CompensationLast year, only one large family in Kazan opted for a cash payment instead of a land plot, unlike 28 families in Naberezhnye Chelny. An expert explains why this support measure is unpopular in the capital.
Rostov circus history: from booths to a tankAfter 60 years, the building on Budennovsky Avenue has finally begun to be renovated. The Rostov Circus, a landmark with a columned facade, is undergoing its first major renovation since it opened in 1957.
Volgograd Bans Alcohol Sales on Student DayOn Thursday, January 25, retail sales of all types of alcohol are completely banned in Volgograd. The restriction is in effect from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM and applies to all residents.
Fontanka Readers Nostalgic for 2016Social media users are actively recalling 2016, comparing past prices, city events, and personal experiences with the present day.
Vladivostok through a newcomer's eyes: Blogger's emotional critiqueA blogger from St. Petersburg has sharply criticized Vladivostok's urban environment, services, and quality of life, admitting she was "shocked" by the reality in the Far East after moving from Russia's northern capital.
Former Stripper's Trading School Leaves Chelyabinsk Investors BrokeInvestors from Chelyabinsk have accused Dmitry Chugunov, a former stripper turned trading coach, of losing their life savings. The trader, now based in Montenegro, claims he was also deceived and lost control of the operations.
