Putin Demands Report on Utility Accidents in Rostov RegionIn Gukovo and other settlements in the region, residents were left without water supply for several days. President Vladimir Putin instructed the minister to report on the situation.
Yaroslavl allocates less to Strelka Park than Youth Square50 million rubles (approximately $500,000 at current rates) will be directed for the improvement of Strelka Park, while Youth Square will receive 167 million rubles (about $1.67 million). These figures were announced at the meeting of the urban planning committee on January 20, 2026.
Severe frosts to hit Nizhny NovgorodAn abnormal cold snap, with temperatures dropping 14 degrees below normal, is expected in the region from the end of the week.
Children Ordered iPhones, Dogs, and Tangerines from Father FrostThe artificial intelligence from T-Bank processed over 522,000 calls from children wishing to receive toys, electronics, and pets for the New Year. The number of appeals increased sevenfold compared to the previous season.
Caucasian Reserve Director Resigns After 23 YearsSergei Shevelev, director of the Caucasian State Natural Biosphere Reserve, has resigned after 23 years, citing personal plans to change his pace of life.
Warming Tents Set Up in Chelyabinsk Amid Severe FrostTwo mobile warming tents have been deployed in Chelyabinsk due to abnormal cold, offering shelter and aid to anyone in need as temperatures are expected to plunge to -35 °C (-31 °F).
Kazan Records Russia's Highest Airfare Hike at 45%Air travel costs in Kazan have multiplied since 2021, with the city seeing a record 45% increase in ticket prices, surpassing St. Petersburg and Sochi, a tourism official reported.
Dybenko Intersection Ranked Among St. Petersburg's Most DangerousThe intersection of Bolshevist Avenue and Dybenko Street in St. Petersburg came sixth in a nationwide accident rating, sparking debate on its danger level. Local authorities present their own traffic statistics and steps to improve safety.
