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Volgograd holds public hearings on rush-developed land use rulesVolgograd holds public hearings on rush-developed land use rules
Volgograd holds public hearings on rush-developed land use rulesNew land use and construction rules for Volgograd, drafted urgently after the city's updated General Plan, are now open for public comment through hearings.
Yevgeny Smirnov Officially Appointed Chief Bailiff of Kurgan OblastYevgeny Smirnov Officially Appointed Chief Bailiff of Kurgan Oblast
Yevgeny Smirnov Officially Appointed Chief Bailiff of Kurgan OblastYevgeny Smirnov has been confirmed as the head of the Kurgan Oblast bailiff service after serving as acting chief since October 2025.
Orenburg Oblast Declares UAV Attack Alert for Seventh Time in JanuaryOrenburg Oblast Declares UAV Attack Alert for Seventh Time in January
Orenburg Oblast Declares UAV Attack Alert for Seventh Time in JanuaryA UAV attack alert has been declared in Orenburg Oblast, potentially affecting mobile internet services.
Delayed Restoration of Krasnodar's Kosyakin House: Inside and Out PhotosDelayed Restoration of Krasnodar's Kosyakin House: Inside and Out Photos
Delayed Restoration of Krasnodar's Kosyakin House: Inside and Out PhotosA visit to the Kosyakin House in Krasnodar reveals ongoing restoration delays, with the mansion still shrouded in scaffolding despite past deadlines.
Prosecutor's Office Demands Chita Clear Snow and IceProsecutor's Office Demands Chita Clear Snow and Ice
Prosecutor's Office Demands Chita Clear Snow and IceInspections by traffic police and prosecutors in Chita have found winter road maintenance violations across all city districts, following media reports.
Save Daily on Goods and Services with Samara Promo CodesSave Daily on Goods and Services with Samara Promo Codes
Save Daily on Goods and Services with Samara Promo CodesA collection of profitable offers from local Samara brands has been compiled in one convenient place.
Rare Polar Aurora Lights Up Volgograd SkyRare Polar Aurora Lights Up Volgograd Sky
Rare Polar Aurora Lights Up Volgograd SkyA powerful magnetic storm led to a rare polar aurora appearing in the sky over Volgograd, a city at mid-latitudes.
Ministry of Defense Announces Destruction of Drones Over Volgograd OblastMinistry of Defense Announces Destruction of Drones Over Volgograd Oblast
Ministry of Defense Announces Destruction of Drones Over Volgograd OblastThe Russian Defense Ministry stated that two Ukrainian drones were downed in the sky over Volgograd Oblast, according to its official Telegram channel.
Mother of Two Vanishes After Work Shift in UralsMother of Two Vanishes After Work Shift in Urals
Mother of Two Vanishes After Work Shift in UralsA 41-year-old woman from Pervouralsk went to work on January 1 and hasn't been seen since, as her husband and children search for over two weeks.
Belovo resident moves nationally famous carp from frozen basementBelovo resident moves nationally famous carp from frozen basement
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.
Top Stories: Maternity Hospital Tragedies, Lawyer Disbarred, Serial Killer TaleTop Stories: Maternity Hospital Tragedies, Lawyer Disbarred, Serial Killer Tale
Top Stories: Maternity Hospital Tragedies, Lawyer Disbarred, Serial Killer TaleThis week's digest covers shocking accounts from maternity hospitals in Voronezh, a lawyer who posed as a taxi driver, and the story of a devout serial killer from Lipetsk.
Yaroslavl Pet Taxi Driver Reveals Inside Story of Unusual BusinessYaroslavl Pet Taxi Driver Reveals Inside Story of Unusual Business
Yaroslavl Pet Taxi Driver Reveals Inside Story of Unusual BusinessAlexei Kochigin explained how he started transporting animals and why his pet taxi service is in demand.
Perm cat Kovrik rescued from heating main now lives on CyprusPerm cat Kovrik rescued from heating main now lives on Cyprus
Perm cat Kovrik rescued from heating main now lives on CyprusA five-month-old kitten named Kovrik was rescued from a heating main in 2020. He has since been adopted, lived in several countries, and now resides in Cyprus with his new family.
How a Tyumen Craftsman Turns Tree Slabs into Stylish TablesHow a Tyumen Craftsman Turns Tree Slabs into Stylish Tables
How a Tyumen Craftsman Turns Tree Slabs into Stylish TablesFor Alexander Trukhmaev, woodworking is far more than just a hobby. This is the story of his brand Stoliki 72 and the unique tables he ships across Russia.
Blogger Shares Tips for Safe Epiphany Ice BathingBlogger Shares Tips for Safe Epiphany Ice Bathing
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.
Volgograd Police Search for Teenager Who Assaulted Student on PlaygroundVolgograd Police Search for Teenager Who Assaulted Student on Playground
Volgograd Police Search for Teenager Who Assaulted Student on PlaygroundPolice in Volgograd have been unable to bring a teenage suspect to the station for three months after she allegedly assaulted a student on a playground.
Dangerous ramp traps Moscow pensioner as district refuses repairsDangerous ramp traps Moscow pensioner as district refuses repairs
Dangerous ramp traps Moscow pensioner as district refuses repairsAn 80-year-old Moscow pensioner is forced to leave her home three times a week for life-saving dialysis, but a hazardous ramp makes each exit a risk.
ATM Holds 1.2 Million Rubles After Failed DepositATM Holds 1.2 Million Rubles After Failed Deposit
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.
Yaroslavl bids farewell to caregiver killed in special military operationYaroslavl bids farewell to caregiver killed in special military operation
Yaroslavl bids farewell to caregiver killed in special military operationA farewell ceremony was held in Yaroslavl for 21-year-old Dima Zhivoglazov, a children's home caregiver who was killed in the special military operation. He had enlisted in early autumn 2024.
Yugra Stars: From Sunny Breaks to Eager Work ReturnsYugra Stars: From Sunny Breaks to Eager Work Returns
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.
Janitor cleans Magnitogorsk yards for 20 years, lives in cramped quartersJanitor cleans Magnitogorsk yards for 20 years, lives in cramped quarters
Janitor cleans Magnitogorsk yards for 20 years, lives in cramped quartersFarya, a 58-year-old janitor in Magnitogorsk, has faced numerous personal tragedies while cleaning the city's courtyards for two decades.
Blogger Slams First Thermal Complex in Krasnodar as 'Mediocre'Blogger Slams First Thermal Complex in Krasnodar as 'Mediocre'
Blogger Slams First Thermal Complex in Krasnodar as 'Mediocre'It was dirty inside and smelled of chlorine.
Do You Remember the Taste of Childhood? A Sweet Test on Legendary USSR CandiesDo You Remember the Taste of Childhood? A Sweet Test on Legendary USSR Candies
Do You Remember the Taste of Childhood? A Sweet Test on Legendary USSR CandiesYou definitely tried some of these sweets in your childhood. Most varieties of these popular candies are still produced in Voronezh at a local confectionery factory.