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Voronezh Promises Buses Will Operate as Planned in Extreme ColdVoronezh Promises Buses Will Operate as Planned in Extreme Cold
Voronezh Promises Buses Will Operate as Planned in Extreme ColdCarriers have even cleared snow from terminal stops, authorities report.
Man injured by tourist gas canister explosion — top stories in Novosibirsk for February 1Man injured by tourist gas canister explosion — top stories in Novosibirsk for February 1
Man injured by tourist gas canister explosion — top stories in Novosibirsk for February 1NGS has compiled a digest of the five news stories that attracted the most reader attention in the Novosibirsk region on February 1.
Sochi naval port to conduct overnight live-fire exercisesSochi naval port to conduct overnight live-fire exercises
Sochi naval port to conduct overnight live-fire exercisesMilitary forces will conduct live-fire training exercises at the Sochi naval port starting at midnight on February 2, with drills scheduled throughout the day and night.
Stilt-walkers, fakirs light up Murmansk's Hello, Sun! festivalStilt-walkers, fakirs light up Murmansk's Hello, Sun! festival
Stilt-walkers, fakirs light up Murmansk's Hello, Sun! festivalOn February 1, Murmansk held the 'Hello, Sun!' festival, with dozens of residents gathering downtown to celebrate the end of the polar night.
St. Petersburg Braces for Overnight Frost Up to -20°C
St. Petersburg Braces for Overnight Frost Up to -20°CAbnormally cold weather continues to grip St. Petersburg. Tonight, temperatures could drop to -20 degrees Celsius (-4°F).
Volgograd Residents Again Complain About Snow Generator NoiseVolgograd Residents Again Complain About Snow Generator Noise
Volgograd Residents Again Complain About Snow Generator NoiseSnow cannons at the winter recreation center were turned on after the cold snap on February 1. Local residents report a loud hum that disturbs their peace.
Volgograd residents report return of maddening snow cannon humVolgograd residents report return of maddening snow cannon hum
Volgograd residents report return of maddening snow cannon humArtificial snow-making equipment was activated on the evening of February 1.
Volgograd Bribery Case: Moscow Court to Extend DetentionsVolgograd Bribery Case: Moscow Court to Extend Detentions
Volgograd Bribery Case: Moscow Court to Extend DetentionsDocuments to extend the detention of a former Volgograd official and four construction executives were submitted to Moscow's Basmanny District Court on the same day.
Moscow Court to Review Detention Extension for OfficialsMoscow Court to Review Detention Extension for Officials
Moscow Court to Review Detention Extension for OfficialsDocuments on the cases of a former official and four construction company heads were submitted to the Basmanny Court on January 30.
Drone Danger Declared in Stavropol Krai on February 1Drone Danger Declared in Stavropol Krai on February 1
Drone Danger Declared in Stavropol Krai on February 1Residents are urged to monitor incoming alerts and official communications.
How the heirs of Russia's first president liveHow the heirs of Russia's first president live
How the heirs of Russia's first president liveRussia's first president Boris Yeltsin would have turned 95. His wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren lead private lives, trying to avoid publicity and politics.
Ex-traffic police chief's house auctioned, Kardo director arrested in StavropolEx-traffic police chief's house auctioned, Kardo director arrested in Stavropol
Ex-traffic police chief's house auctioned, Kardo director arrested in StavropolThis week in the Stavropol region, authorities auctioned a confiscated mansion, arrested a festival director, and launched a survey on electric scooters.
Ice rain cuts power to eight villages near VolgogradIce rain cuts power to eight villages near Volgograd
Ice rain cuts power to eight villages near VolgogradDue to ice rain and strong winds, over 20 power line supports were damaged in the Kotovsky district. Restoration timelines for electricity supply have not yet been announced.
Volgograd area settlements lose power after ice rain damages over 20 supportsVolgograd area settlements lose power after ice rain damages over 20 supports
Volgograd area settlements lose power after ice rain damages over 20 supportsAuthorities have not specified when power will be restored to eight settlements in the Volgograd region following an ice rain event.
Huge puddle traps Volgograd apartment residents in entranceHuge puddle traps Volgograd apartment residents in entrance
Huge puddle traps Volgograd apartment residents in entranceResidents fear that with the onset of frost, exiting the building will become impossible.
Volgograd residents trapped in entrance by huge puddleVolgograd residents trapped in entrance by huge puddle
Volgograd residents trapped in entrance by huge puddleResidents of a Volgograd apartment building worry that freezing temperatures will leave them completely unable to leave their homes due to a persistent flooding issue.
Iconic Setter's Coffee Shop Closes in Rostov-on-DonIconic Setter's Coffee Shop Closes in Rostov-on-Don
Iconic Setter's Coffee Shop Closes in Rostov-on-DonOwner Vladimir Bektemirov announced the closure due to a drop in foot traffic, adding to a series of restaurant closures in the city.
Yaroslavl Tenders Road Repair for 110 Million RublesYaroslavl Tenders Road Repair for 110 Million Rubles
Yaroslavl Tenders Road Repair for 110 Million RublesThe authorities of Yaroslavl have announced a tender for the repair of asphalt pavement on city roads. 110 million rubles (approximately $1.1 million at current rates) have been allocated from the budget for this purpose.
Cult Rostov coffee shop Setter's closes, owner plans new conceptCult Rostov coffee shop Setter's closes, owner plans new concept
Cult Rostov coffee shop Setter's closes, owner plans new conceptIn January, several more restaurants announced they were closing.
Ready to pay 110 million: Yaroslavl seeks contractor for road repairsReady to pay 110 million: Yaroslavl seeks contractor for road repairs
Ready to pay 110 million: Yaroslavl seeks contractor for road repairsAuthorities in Yaroslavl are seeking a contractor to repair city roads, with a budget of 110 million rubles (approximately $1.1 million) from municipal funds.
Novosibirsk officials dispute who pays for burial of unidentified personsNovosibirsk officials dispute who pays for burial of unidentified persons
Novosibirsk officials dispute who pays for burial of unidentified personsLast year, the city buried over 70 people whose identities were not established.
Bastrykin Requests Report on Dog Attack in VolgogradBastrykin Requests Report on Dog Attack in Volgograd
Bastrykin Requests Report on Dog Attack in VolgogradAn aggressive pack of stray dogs attacked a man in the Kirovsky district of Volgograd. The chairman of the Investigative Committee, Alexander Bastrykin, has taken the case under personal control.
Bastrykin Demands Report on Volgograd Dog AttackBastrykin Demands Report on Volgograd Dog Attack
Bastrykin Demands Report on Volgograd Dog AttackAn aggressive pack of stray dogs attacked a man in Volgograd's Kirovsky district, prompting an investigation.
Planned Power Outages Hit Dozens of Krasnodar Addresses on February 2Planned Power Outages Hit Dozens of Krasnodar Addresses on February 2
Planned Power Outages Hit Dozens of Krasnodar Addresses on February 2Authorities state that the electricity cuts are scheduled maintenance.
Tulips in the Volgograd Steppe: Admire, but Don't PickTulips in the Volgograd Steppe: Admire, but Don't Pick
Tulips in the Volgograd Steppe: Admire, but Don't PickPhotos of blooming tulips near Volgograd herald the arrival of spring and lift spirits.