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37 Beautiful Samara Photos Perfect for Your Desktop37 Beautiful Samara Photos Perfect for Your Desktop
37 Beautiful Samara Photos Perfect for Your DesktopPhotographer Roman Danilkin spent 2025 capturing the beauty of Samara, and we've compiled his best shots in this collection.
Tyumen Man Celebrates 100th Birthday, Shares Longevity SecretsTyumen Man Celebrates 100th Birthday, Shares Longevity Secrets
Tyumen Man Celebrates 100th Birthday, Shares Longevity SecretsPyotr Ivanovich Yelesin from Tyumen marked his centenary, recounting his life experiences and offering advice on how to live a long and healthy life.
10 video stories from Tyumen: forests, Zabolotye, and a dead sea10 video stories from Tyumen: forests, Zabolotye, and a dead sea
10 video stories from Tyumen: forests, Zabolotye, and a dead seaRemembering stories of our heroes, reports from unique factories, and journeys to fascinating locations.
Elderly BTS Enthusiast Starts Korean Culture BlogElderly BTS Enthusiast Starts Korean Culture Blog
Elderly BTS Enthusiast Starts Korean Culture BlogIrina Chirkova, a 67-year-old from Perm, Russia, fulfilled her dream of visiting South Korea after becoming a fan of BTS, and now shares her experiences and recipes in a blog.
Journalist shares top 2025 stories on crime, education, and griefJournalist shares top 2025 stories on crime, education, and grief
Journalist shares top 2025 stories on crime, education, and griefCorrespondent Anton Danilov discusses which topics from the past year resonated most, from a pardoned veteran's story to a mother's quest for justice.
Samara artisan restores over 1,500 Soviet Christmas ornamentsSamara artisan restores over 1,500 Soviet Christmas ornaments
Samara artisan restores over 1,500 Soviet Christmas ornamentsNatalia Miller from Samara has turned her passion into a collection of over 1,500 Soviet-era Christmas ornaments, which she restores and dreams of displaying in a museum.
Crocodile Olivier salad, a broken bone, and frozen waterfalls: Novosibirsk residents recall most memorable New Year celebrationsCrocodile Olivier salad, a broken bone, and frozen waterfalls: Novosibirsk residents recall most memorable New Year celebrations
Crocodile Olivier salad, a broken bone, and frozen waterfalls: Novosibirsk residents recall most memorable New Year celebrationsNovosibirsk residents shared their most unusual and memorable New Year stories, from beach parties to getting stuck in an elevator. Perhaps someone will add their celebration of 2026 to this list of unique memories.
Yekaterinburg residents share thoughts on the past year 2025Yekaterinburg residents share thoughts on the past year 2025
Yekaterinburg residents share thoughts on the past year 2025Readers of E1.RU described the year 2025 in one word, with many expressing grief and loss, though some shared positive experiences.
Soldier Recalls Lieutenant Allowing Holiday Feast in ArmySoldier Recalls Lieutenant Allowing Holiday Feast in Army
Soldier Recalls Lieutenant Allowing Holiday Feast in ArmyA conscript from Bashkiria shares how, despite the demanding routine, a thoughtful lieutenant made New Year's Eve special for him and his comrades. The celebration, held in their office, provided a rare moment of comfort.
Unknown woman in Santa hat takes icy sea swim in VladivostokUnknown woman in Santa hat takes icy sea swim in Vladivostok
Unknown woman in Santa hat takes icy sea swim in VladivostokA woman wearing a swimsuit and a Santa Claus hat was spotted taking a dip in the icy sea in Vladivostok. Witnesses pointed out her stylish swimsuit.
Deputy editor reviews 2025: lost ski resort and national storiesDeputy editor reviews 2025: lost ski resort and national stories
Deputy editor reviews 2025: lost ski resort and national storiesValeria Bogatyreva, deputy editor of 29.RU, highlights the stories that resonated most with her in 2025, from local issues to national debates.
Pregnant student survives aneurysm, saved by Perm neurosurgeonsPregnant student survives aneurysm, saved by Perm neurosurgeons
Pregnant student survives aneurysm, saved by Perm neurosurgeonsA 22-year-old pregnant student in Perm survived a ruptured brain aneurysm and later gave birth to a healthy baby girl after successful surgeries by local neurosurgeons.
Key Novosibirsk News 2025: Beyond Kadysheva and Fourth BridgeKey Novosibirsk News 2025: Beyond Kadysheva and Fourth Bridge
Key Novosibirsk News 2025: Beyond Kadysheva and Fourth BridgeNovosibirsk residents in 2025 focused on inflation, healthcare, tourism changes, and a new bridge, with top stories gaining millions of views.
Nizhny Novgorod residents reveal New Year resolutions for 2026Nizhny Novgorod residents reveal New Year resolutions for 2026
Nizhny Novgorod residents reveal New Year resolutions for 2026As 2026 approaches, we asked people on the streets of Nizhny Novgorod about their New Year's resolutions, capturing their hopes from new jobs to finding companionship.
I moved so no one would bother: Elderly in Tyumen mark New Year aloneI moved so no one would bother: Elderly in Tyumen mark New Year alone
I moved so no one would bother: Elderly in Tyumen mark New Year aloneAlmost everyone has relatives, but they are not going to visit them for the holidays.
Vishera Reserve searches for boy who wanted a camera trapVishera Reserve searches for boy who wanted a camera trap
Vishera Reserve searches for boy who wanted a camera trapThe Vishera (Vishersky) Nature Reserve in Russia is searching for a boy named Arseniy to give him a gift from Father Frost. He became fascinated with camera traps at a summer festival.
Samara BDSM Icon Uncle Seryozha DiesSamara BDSM Icon Uncle Seryozha Dies
Samara BDSM Icon Uncle Seryozha DiesUncle Seryozha, a prominent figure in Samara's BDSM community, passed away on 11 December following a serious illness, his daughter announced.
Hundreds Sort Waste in Central Volgograd MonthlyHundreds Sort Waste in Central Volgograd Monthly
Hundreds Sort Waste in Central Volgograd MonthlyOn the last Sunday of every month, volunteers from the New Acropolis philosophical school in Volgograd host free waste sorting events, inviting residents to recycle inorganic household waste and reduce pollution.
«And life turned upside down in one day»: Security guard killed after joining war«And life turned upside down in one day»: Security guard killed after joining war
«And life turned upside down in one day»: Security guard killed after joining warAleksei Yatsenko signed a military contract and went to the combat zone before his trial for a killing. He died in Ukraine in October 2025.
Chelyabinsk Readers Divided Over Kindergarten Swearing IncidentChelyabinsk Readers Divided Over Kindergarten Swearing Incident
Chelyabinsk Readers Divided Over Kindergarten Swearing IncidentReaders of the local news site 74.RU have weighed in on a swearing scandal at a Chelyabinsk kindergarten, with many siding with the father who caused the scene.
Cyclist rides no-handed playing accordion in Russia's coldest citiesCyclist rides no-handed playing accordion in Russia's coldest cities
Cyclist rides no-handed playing accordion in Russia's coldest citiesA daredevil cyclist from Magadan has been traveling across Russia for about a year, visiting its coldest regions in winter. He arrived in Perm during a -30°C (-22°F) cold snap, riding his bicycle and playing an accordion.
Full video emerges showing minibus driver attacking child in VoronezhFull video emerges showing minibus driver attacking child in Voronezh
Full video emerges showing minibus driver attacking child in VoronezhCarrier alleges boy was first to aggress, swearing at driver, yet video evidence challenges this version of events in Voronezh.
How a Marketplace Helped a Girl Relocate to a Big CityHow a Marketplace Helped a Girl Relocate to a Big City
How a Marketplace Helped a Girl Relocate to a Big CityAnastasia Davletkalieva moved from Buguruslan to Samara, with an online marketplace playing a key role in enabling her transition.