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Caucasian Reserve Director Resigns After 23 YearsCaucasian Reserve Director Resigns After 23 Years
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.
Kids Call AI Father Frost 500,000 Times, Wish for Various PresentsKids Call AI Father Frost 500,000 Times, Wish for Various Presents
Kids Call AI Father Frost 500,000 Times, Wish for Various PresentsFrom December 18, 2025, to January 15, 2026, an AI-powered New Year's service received over 500,000 calls from children to Father Frost, with requests ranging from toys to electronics and pets.
Water Shutdown in Krasnooktyabrsky District of VolgogradWater Shutdown in Krasnooktyabrsky District of Volgograd
Water Shutdown in Krasnooktyabrsky District of VolgogradFor several hours, thousands of residents in the northern part of Volgograd will be without water supply due to repair work.
Northern Lights draw tourists to Murmansk: accommodation options and pricesNorthern Lights draw tourists to Murmansk: accommodation options and prices
Northern Lights draw tourists to Murmansk: accommodation options and pricesMurmansk is rising as a top Russian tourist destination, with diverse lodging choices available even during the peak Northern Lights season in January.
Volgograd water outage affects thousands; residents urged to stock upVolgograd water outage affects thousands; residents urged to stock up
Volgograd water outage affects thousands; residents urged to stock upHot and cold water will be cut off tonight for residents of the Krasnooktyabrsky District.
Warming Tents Set Up in Chelyabinsk Amid Severe FrostWarming Tents Set Up in Chelyabinsk Amid Severe Frost
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).
Winter Rainbow and Aurora in Leningrad RegionWinter Rainbow and Aurora in Leningrad Region
Winter Rainbow and Aurora in Leningrad RegionResidents of the region witnessed two rare atmospheric phenomena: a daytime rainbow and a nighttime aurora.
Street tents for heating set up in Chelyabinsk during abnormal frostsStreet tents for heating set up in Chelyabinsk during abnormal frosts
Street tents for heating set up in Chelyabinsk during abnormal frostsTwo warm tents have been set up in Chelyabinsk to offer shelter as temperatures are expected to plummet to -35 °C (-31 °F) in the coming days.
Murmansk airport fails disability access check, prosecutor findsMurmansk airport fails disability access check, prosecutor finds
Murmansk airport fails disability access check, prosecutor findsThe building is missing important elements for people with disabilities.
Demolition of Lenin Palace of Culture Begins in Nizhny NovgorodDemolition of Lenin Palace of Culture Begins in Nizhny Novgorod
Demolition of Lenin Palace of Culture Begins in Nizhny NovgorodThe historical building of the Lenin Palace of Culture is being demolished to make way for a residential complex.
Kazan Records Russia's Highest Airfare Hike at 45%Kazan Records Russia's Highest Airfare Hike at 45%
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 DangerousDybenko Intersection Ranked Among St. Petersburg's Most Dangerous
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.
Skating Rink on Lybedskiy Boulevard to Close on February 20Skating Rink on Lybedskiy Boulevard to Close on February 20
Skating Rink on Lybedskiy Boulevard to Close on February 20The administration of Ryazan has announced that the outdoor ice rink on Lybedskiy Boulevard will remain open until February 20.
Warm weather triggers leaks in St. Petersburg apartments
Warm weather triggers leaks in St. Petersburg apartmentsMild weather in St. Petersburg has caused leaks in central city apartments, with residents in two buildings reporting water dripping from ceilings.
Sochi crime rate fell by 14% last yearSochi crime rate fell by 14% last year
Sochi crime rate fell by 14% last yearThe city's police department presented a report on operational and service activities for the past year, showing a significant decrease in overall crime.
Truck driver damages garlands on Smolino embankmentTruck driver damages garlands on Smolino embankment
Truck driver damages garlands on Smolino embankmentA truck damaged lighting on Chelyabinsk's Lake Smolino, causing decorative garlands to sag dangerously. The driver reported the incident himself.
Voronezh businessman Vadim Ishutin ranked among Russia's top 100 wealthiest funeral directorsVoronezh businessman Vadim Ishutin ranked among Russia's top 100 wealthiest funeral directors
Voronezh businessman Vadim Ishutin ranked among Russia's top 100 wealthiest funeral directorsVoronezh entrepreneur Vadim Ishutin placed 44th in a ranking of the largest players in Russia's funeral services market. Here is what is known about his business ventures and current status.
Murmansk Region Officials Debunk Heating Cut RumorsMurmansk Region Officials Debunk Heating Cut Rumors
Murmansk Region Officials Debunk Heating Cut RumorsAuthorities in Murmansk Region have dismissed social media reports of an order to lower heating parameters as a forgery, urging residents to trust official sources.
"We'll Soon Drown in Garbage": Saratov Residents Mass Complain About Overflowing Dumps"We'll Soon Drown in Garbage": Saratov Residents Mass Complain About Overflowing Dumps
"We'll Soon Drown in Garbage": Saratov Residents Mass Complain About Overflowing DumpsResidents of Saratov are complaining about garbage not being collected for a week after heavy snowfall, with bins overflowing and access roads blocked.
Homeless man in Severodvinsk sent to psychiatric clinic: what now?Homeless man in Severodvinsk sent to psychiatric clinic: what now?
Homeless man in Severodvinsk sent to psychiatric clinic: what now?A homeless man who had been roaming the city for years, drinking, begging, and frightening children has been forcibly placed in a psychiatric clinic in Severodvinsk.
Truck Driver Blamed for Sagging Garlands on Chelybinsk EmbankmentTruck Driver Blamed for Sagging Garlands on Chelybinsk Embankment
Truck Driver Blamed for Sagging Garlands on Chelybinsk EmbankmentAfter residents complained about sagging decorative lights on the Lake Smolino embankment in Chelyabinsk, officials determined that a truck driver was to blame.
Testing All Ice Slides in Kemerovo with a ChildTesting All Ice Slides in Kemerovo with a Child
Testing All Ice Slides in Kemerovo with a ChildDuring the long January holidays, we tested the popular ice slides across Kemerovo, Russia, with a nine-year-old boy and his mother to find the safest and most thrilling ones.
Leningrad governor links alcohol consumption rise to neighbors
Leningrad governor links alcohol consumption rise to neighborsIn Leningrad Oblast, the level of alcohol consumption has increased, which, according to Governor Alexander Drozdenko, is linked to the arrival of residents from neighboring regions.
Students to address Arctic tourism and finance in project labStudents to address Arctic tourism and finance in project lab
Students to address Arctic tourism and finance in project labIn Moscow, students will have four days to develop solutions for major companies and the Arctic region.