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Behind the Fence: Demolition at Irkutsk Monument SiteBehind the Fence: Demolition at Irkutsk Monument Site
Behind the Fence: Demolition at Irkutsk Monument SiteDemolition has begun on the site of a historical building in Irkutsk. Our team investigated whether the protected monument itself is at risk.
Rostov Residents Question Need for Cable Car Over Don RiverRostov Residents Question Need for Cable Car Over Don River
Rostov Residents Question Need for Cable Car Over Don RiverA cable car project over the Don River in Rostov-on-Don, debated since 2011, has yet to materialize, and many locals argue it is impractical.
Yacht Club, Warehouse, and 30 Houses to Be Demolished for New ComplexYacht Club, Warehouse, and 30 Houses to Be Demolished for New Complex
Yacht Club, Warehouse, and 30 Houses to Be Demolished for New ComplexThe agreement for developing the area in the 25 Let Oktyabrya backwater was signed in 2012, and the project is now open for public discussion.
Relatives announce farewell date for Perm Vice-Mayor Valery StarikovRelatives announce farewell date for Perm Vice-Mayor Valery Starikov
Relatives announce farewell date for Perm Vice-Mayor Valery StarikovValery Starikov, former vice-mayor of Perm and co-founder of the Ironic Company theater, died on January 22 at age 64.
Aquathermal Complex with Aquapark Planned in MurmanskAquathermal Complex with Aquapark Planned in Murmansk
Aquathermal Complex with Aquapark Planned in MurmanskConstruction of a major aquathermal complex with an aquapark in Murmansk is underway, with state approval expected in 2026 and investment of 2.9 billion rubles (approximately $32 million).
Rostov Residents Question Cable Car Project Over Don RiverRostov Residents Question Cable Car Project Over Don River
Rostov Residents Question Cable Car Project Over Don RiverResidents of Rostov express confusion over the purpose of a proposed cable car crossing the Don River.
Demolition of 32 buildings for Nizhny Novgorod housingDemolition of 32 buildings for Nizhny Novgorod housing
Demolition of 32 buildings for Nizhny Novgorod housingA development agreement for the Zaton 25 Let Oktyabrya area was signed in 2012, leading to plans to demolish over 30 buildings for a new residential complex in Nizhny Novgorod's Leninsky District.
Emergency services warn of fog and frost hazards on Moscow roadsEmergency services warn of fog and frost hazards on Moscow roads
Emergency services warn of fog and frost hazards on Moscow roadsFog and freezing temperatures are expected in Moscow and the Moscow region, prompting safety warnings from emergency services.
Ufa Residents Protest Low Compensation for House Demolitions to Build High-RisesUfa Residents Protest Low Compensation for House Demolitions to Build High-Rises
Ufa Residents Protest Low Compensation for House Demolitions to Build High-RisesResidents of the Yuryuzan microdistrict in Ufa are divided over a redevelopment plan that involves demolishing private homes for high-rise buildings, with some demanding fair compensation.
Three-year-old boy needs urgent proton therapy for brain cancerThree-year-old boy needs urgent proton therapy for brain cancer
Three-year-old boy needs urgent proton therapy for brain cancerFontanka and the Rusfond charity are jointly raising funds for seriously ill children, including toddler Tyoma who has a malignant brain tumor.
Training exercises at Sochi sea port to last all dayTraining exercises at Sochi sea port to last all day
Training exercises at Sochi sea port to last all dayThe Sochi administration has warned residents about training exercises at the sea port today, January 24, with military drills scheduled to continue until 11 PM.
Cold Snap and Snowfall Hit St PetersburgCold Snap and Snowfall Hit St Petersburg
Cold Snap and Snowfall Hit St PetersburgIn St. Petersburg on January 24, cold weather persists with temperatures below -10 degrees Celsius (14°F). Some light snowfall is possible in places.
Ice rink hours reduced in Chelyabinsk due to severe frostIce rink hours reduced in Chelyabinsk due to severe frost
Ice rink hours reduced in Chelyabinsk due to severe frostThe evening session at ice rinks has been canceled due to severe cold.
Former Komsomoll Mall Transforms into Thermal ResortFormer Komsomoll Mall Transforms into Thermal Resort
Former Komsomoll Mall Transforms into Thermal ResortIn Yekaterinburg, the first phase of the large spa complex Badenland has opened in the building of a former shopping center. Correspondents from the publication were among the first to evaluate the new space.
Lenin Palace of Culture demolition ends in Nizhny NovgorodLenin Palace of Culture demolition ends in Nizhny Novgorod
Lenin Palace of Culture demolition ends in Nizhny NovgorodA residential building will be built on the site of the historical building.
Chelyabinsk ice rinks reduce hours over cold snapChelyabinsk ice rinks reduce hours over cold snap
Chelyabinsk ice rinks reduce hours over cold snapOn Saturday, January 24, ice rinks in Chelyabinsk shortened their hours due to cold weather, with the evening session cancelled.
Zaozerny District to Replace Over 3.5 km of Water and Sewer PipesZaozerny District to Replace Over 3.5 km of Water and Sewer Pipes
Zaozerny District to Replace Over 3.5 km of Water and Sewer PipesThe Zaozerny district in Kurgan will replace more than 3.5 kilometers of water supply and sewer pipes in 2026 to tackle persistent blockages that have plagued residents.
Voronezh urges residents to recycle Christmas treesVoronezh urges residents to recycle Christmas trees
Voronezh urges residents to recycle Christmas treesThis weekend, Voronezh residents can drop off their Christmas trees at a special collection point for recycling into mulch and soil additives, according to local authorities.
Moscow Region towns lose heating ahead of deep freezeMoscow Region towns lose heating ahead of deep freeze
Moscow Region towns lose heating ahead of deep freezeWith severe frosts expected in Moscow and the surrounding region this weekend, some residents are left without heating. We look into the causes.
Yekaterinburg's Troubled Mall Reopens as Massive Thermal SpaYekaterinburg's Troubled Mall Reopens as Massive Thermal Spa
Yekaterinburg's Troubled Mall Reopens as Massive Thermal SpaThe first phase of the Badenland thermal resort has opened in a former shopping mall in Yekaterinburg, featuring a tropical-themed pool and Russian-style saunas.
Severe frost cancels mass events in Volgograd regionSevere frost cancels mass events in Volgograd region
Severe frost cancels mass events in Volgograd regionA kindness lesson in Volgograd's central park and a hockey tournament in Novoanninsky have been postponed on January 24 due to plummeting temperatures.
Children Love It: Muscovites Name Best City Ice SlideChildren Love It: Muscovites Name Best City Ice Slide
Children Love It: Muscovites Name Best City Ice SlideWe publish the results of a public survey.
Water shortages and ex-mayor case dominate Rostov region newsWater shortages and ex-mayor case dominate Rostov region news
Water shortages and ex-mayor case dominate Rostov region newsWater disappeared in multiple Rostov region cities, the former mayor faces a criminal case, and the northern lights were visible this week.
Saratov Region Imposes 24-Hour Alcohol Ban for Student DaySaratov Region Imposes 24-Hour Alcohol Ban for Student Day
Saratov Region Imposes 24-Hour Alcohol Ban for Student DayOn Sunday, January 25, Saratov Region will impose a 24-hour ban on alcohol sales in stores to mark Russian Students' Day, also known as Tatyana's Day.
Court Schedules Appeal in Fatal Accident Case Involving MotherCourt Schedules Appeal in Fatal Accident Case Involving Mother
Court Schedules Appeal in Fatal Accident Case Involving MotherThe Third Appellate Court in Sochi has scheduled the first hearing for February 19. It will be dedicated to considering the appeals in the case of Alexander Pak, accused in the death of Yekaterina Buravleva.