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Five days without water: queues to water tankers in Rostov regionFive days without water: queues to water tankers in Rostov region
Five days without water: queues to water tankers in Rostov regionResidents of several settlements have been without centralized water supply for the fifth day.
Tyumen designer creates tiny jackets and hoodies for mini dogsTyumen designer creates tiny jackets and hoodies for mini dogs
Tyumen designer creates tiny jackets and hoodies for mini dogsElena Matvienko, a Tyumen-based designer, draws inspiration from her Yorkies to craft stylish clothing for miniature dogs.
Rosatom and KGA Develop Digital 3D Model of St. Petersburg
Rosatom and KGA Develop Digital 3D Model of St. PetersburgA precise three-dimensional model of St. Petersburg is being created jointly by Rosatom and the city's Committee for Urban Planning and Architecture. By 2026, it will cover about 40% of the city's territory.
Water queues: Gukovo and Zverevo residents endure days without waterWater queues: Gukovo and Zverevo residents endure days without water
Water queues: Gukovo and Zverevo residents endure days without waterResidents of Gukovo, Zverevo, and nearby settlements in Rostov Oblast have been without running water for five days, with water trucks providing limited supply as authorities investigate the outage.
Volgograd to have 14-hour water cutoff, heating unaffectedVolgograd to have 14-hour water cutoff, heating unaffected
Volgograd to have 14-hour water cutoff, heating unaffectedIn the Krasnooktyabrsky district of Volgograd, work will be carried out to reinforce the water pipeline, leading to a 14-hour interruption in water supply.
St. Petersburg announces road reconstruction plans for 2026
St. Petersburg announces road reconstruction plans for 2026St. Petersburg plans to begin several large-scale road reconstruction and construction projects in 2026.
Perm Oilmen Deliver Blessed Water to Remote VillagesPerm Oilmen Deliver Blessed Water to Remote Villages
Perm Oilmen Deliver Blessed Water to Remote VillagesOil workers from Perm have delivered blessed water to remote settlements in the Kama region as part of a charity initiative that began in 2011.
Volgograd overnight water cutoff: heating spared, addresses listedVolgograd overnight water cutoff: heating spared, addresses listed
Volgograd overnight water cutoff: heating spared, addresses listedWater Supply Concessions will reinforce a main water pipeline in Volgograd's Krasnooktyabrsky district after recent ruptures, causing a 14-hour water shutdown.
Giant slide and skating rink in Yekaterinburg closed due to coldGiant slide and skating rink in Yekaterinburg closed due to cold
Giant slide and skating rink in Yekaterinburg closed due to coldDue to severe frosts in Yekaterinburg, the giant slide and skating rink have temporarily ceased operation. Their opening is planned after weather conditions improve.
Truck queue narrows Zolnaya StreetTruck queue narrows Zolnaya Street
Truck queue narrows Zolnaya StreetA long queue of dump trucks with snow led to a temporary narrowing of traffic on Zolnaya Street. The vehicles are heading to the most in-demand snow melting point on Oktyabrskaya Embankment.
Giant slide and ice rink close in Yekaterinburg due to coldGiant slide and ice rink close in Yekaterinburg due to cold
Giant slide and ice rink close in Yekaterinburg due to coldThe giant slide and ice rink in Yekaterinburg are temporarily closed due to extreme cold, with plans to reopen depending on weather conditions. Officials say they will decide on reopening after monitoring the forecast.
Power Supply Cut Off on Five Ryazan StreetsPower Supply Cut Off on Five Ryazan Streets
Power Supply Cut Off on Five Ryazan StreetsEmergency restoration work on the electrical grid has left multiple streets in Ryazan without power, with outages expected to last for several hours.
Murmansk Cancer Center's New Surgery Building Construction ProgressMurmansk Cancer Center's New Surgery Building Construction Progress
Murmansk Cancer Center's New Surgery Building Construction ProgressConstruction of a new surgical wing for the Murmansk Regional Oncology Center is in its final stages, with interior finishing and medical equipment installation underway.
Moscow residents increase use of electronic medical recordsMoscow residents increase use of electronic medical records
Moscow residents increase use of electronic medical recordsMoscow residents accessed the electronic medical record service 1.5 times more frequently in 2025 compared to the previous year.
St. Petersburg to repair main thoroughfares in 2026
St. Petersburg to repair main thoroughfares in 2026Authorities in St. Petersburg have presented plans for the major repair of key city streets in 2026. The list includes Nevsky Prospect, Universitetskaya Embankment, and other central thoroughfares.
Passengers Stranded as Nordwind Flight to Sharm el-Sheikh DelayedPassengers Stranded as Nordwind Flight to Sharm el-Sheikh Delayed
Passengers Stranded as Nordwind Flight to Sharm el-Sheikh DelayedThe departure of a Nordwind airline aircraft has been delayed for a day. The delay occurred due to a technical malfunction of the aircraft.
St. Petersburg officials set deadlines for new metro stations
St. Petersburg officials set deadlines for new metro stationsAt a press conference, Vice Governor Nikolai Linchenko announced progress in metro construction and outlined plans to open ten new stations by 2030.
Flight delay strands Yekaterinburg residents at Koltsovo, risks vacationFlight delay strands Yekaterinburg residents at Koltsovo, risks vacation
Flight delay strands Yekaterinburg residents at Koltsovo, risks vacationPassengers are stranded at Koltsovo airport after their flight to Sharm el-Sheikh was postponed by a day, putting their vacations in jeopardy.
Convicts Clear Ryazan Streets of Snow on HolidaysConvicts Clear Ryazan Streets of Snow on Holidays
Convicts Clear Ryazan Streets of Snow on HolidaysSome convicts assigned to snow removal in Ryazan have opted to stay on the job after serving their sentences.
2025 Housing Results for St. Petersburg and Leningrad Region2025 Housing Results for St. Petersburg and Leningrad Region
2025 Housing Results for St. Petersburg and Leningrad RegionSt. Petersburg ended 2025 with maintained housing commissioning volumes, while the Leningrad Region set a new record. Details of the statistics and plans for the next year.
St. Petersburg Approves Fifth Metro Line Extension
St. Petersburg Approves Fifth Metro Line ExtensionThe authorities of St. Petersburg have approved documents for the construction of a new section of the Frunzensko-Primorskaya line from Shuvalovsky Prospekt to Kolomyazhskaya. The total length will be over four kilometers.
Tyumen Water Utility Opens 13 Service Centers in RegionTyumen Water Utility Opens 13 Service Centers in Region
Tyumen Water Utility Opens 13 Service Centers in RegionThirteen new service centers have been opened in the Tyumen region, making it easier for residents to interact with the water utility.
Kazan to Install Cameras on Profsoyuznaya StreetKazan to Install Cameras on Profsoyuznaya Street
Kazan to Install Cameras on Profsoyuznaya StreetCameras are planned for Profsoyuznaya Street, with 24 already operational on Baumana Street to enhance public safety and monitor incidents.
Modular Clinic Ordered for Suvorovsky DistrictModular Clinic Ordered for Suvorovsky District
Modular Clinic Ordered for Suvorovsky DistrictRostov authorities have procured a modular clinic for Suvorovsky district at a cost of 270 million rubles (approx. $3 million), with capacity for 250 visits per shift.
St. Petersburg Outskirts Outpace Center in Rental Price GrowthSt. Petersburg Outskirts Outpace Center in Rental Price Growth
St. Petersburg Outskirts Outpace Center in Rental Price GrowthAn analysis of the St. Petersburg rental market shows that prices in outlying districts are increasing significantly faster than the city average. A study of four districts found rate increases of 10-25% over the past year.