ZSD Fontanka Fest route extended to 20 kmThe route of the eighth international ZSD Fontanka Fest in 2026 has been extended to 20 kilometers. This is five kilometers longer than in the previous season.
Yana Goncharova heads Nizhny Novgorod agriculture departmentYana Goncharova has been appointed head of the Department of Agriculture in the Nizhny Novgorod city administration. The department was created after the annexation of Kstovsky District to the city.
Tomsk Accident Leaves Over 200 Homes Without WaterAn accident in Tomsk has left more than 200 homes in the Nauka microdistrict without cold water, with repairs expected to continue until 10 p.m. on February 3.
Murmansk Oblast ranks 4th for February holiday bookingsMurmansk Oblast retains its position as a top tourist destination for February school holidays, ranking fourth in bookings with average apartment rentals at 3,600–3,700 rubles ($40–$41) per night.
Water supply promised to Merzhanovo after lighthouse fireAfter years of delays and a devastating fire that destroyed a landmark lighthouse, a water pipeline project in Merzhanovo, Rostov Oblast, is set to be completed by summer 2026, promising normal water supply.
Meteorologists Report 12 mm Snow in Volgograd OvernightOvernight snowfall in Volgograd and Volgograd Oblast reached 12 mm, more than half the monthly norm, as a cold front passed through the region. Meteorologists explain the cause and warn of further frosts.
Kstovo residents warned about medal scam callsThe Kstovsky District administration has warned residents about a scam involving fake invitations to receive medals at the local government office.
Vladivostok megaproject: skyscraper, hotel, thermal bathsAuthorities in Vladivostok have launched public consultations on a megaproject near the Nekrasovsky overpass that could include a skyscraper of up to 36 stories, a hotel, and thermal baths.
Who Gets Emergency Aid in Murmansk RegionAuthorities in Murmansk Region explain eligibility for emergency aid and warn residents about fake compensation offers from scammers.
Nizhny Novgorod Region launches $17M smart transport systemThe Sputnik digital platform will monitor transport infrastructure and forecast road accidents in the Nizhny Novgorod Region. The regional government plans to sign a concession agreement for the 1.69-billion-ruble ($16.9 million) project this year.
Olympic Party GearIf you're cheering for Team USA at the Winter Olympics, these accessories will help set the right atmosphere.
Remember Rufus from Gossip Girl?Actor Matthew Settle portrayed the caring single father Rufus in the hit series 'Gossip Girl' starting in 2007. Discover his look today after turning 50.
Voronezh Gardeners Endure -30°C Cold, May Fund Grid RepairsResidents of horticultural partnerships in Voronezh are facing sub-zero temperatures indoors due to electricity failures, with authorities uncertain who should pay for infrastructure upgrades.
Ivan Noskov on Heritage Project for Samara YouthIn January 2026, 46 tenth-graders from Samara arrived in Moscow to take part in the 'Heritage: Landmarks of the Future' project, with more students joining by mid-March.
