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Oleg Bogun to Lead Traffic Police in Krasnodar KraiOleg Bogun to Lead Traffic Police in Krasnodar Krai
Oleg Bogun to Lead Traffic Police in Krasnodar KraiThe former head of the Rostov Oblast traffic police has been transferred to the position of deputy police chief of Krasnodar Krai.
Anomalous Cold in Leningrad Region, Warmer in St. Petersburg
Anomalous Cold in Leningrad Region, Warmer in St. PetersburgAnomalous frosts are covering the Leningrad Region, while less severe weather is expected in St. Petersburg. Chief meteorologist Alexander Kolesov gave a forecast for the coming days.
Former Don Traffic Police Chief Appointed in Krasnodar After PleadingFormer Don Traffic Police Chief Appointed in Krasnodar After Pleading
Former Don Traffic Police Chief Appointed in Krasnodar After PleadingOleg Bogun, the former head of Don traffic police, has been appointed as acting deputy police chief in Krasnodar region, effective January 2026.
«What Are We Paying For?» Complaints About Conditions in Bashkortostan's Natural Parks«What Are We Paying For?» Complaints About Conditions in Bashkortostan's Natural Parks
«What Are We Paying For?» Complaints About Conditions in Bashkortostan's Natural ParksA public activist from Bashkortostan is outraged by the fee to visit natural parks, citing poor conditions. Muradymovskoye Gorge was particularly infuriating.
Murmansk's 'Hello, Sun!' festival rescheduled after blackoutMurmansk's 'Hello, Sun!' festival rescheduled after blackout
Murmansk's 'Hello, Sun!' festival rescheduled after blackoutMurmansk will hold its postponed 'Hello, Sun!' winter festival on 1 February. The celebration marks the end of the polar night and features concerts and activities.
Ekaterina Bivol Gets 60-Hour Work Sentence for Video
Ekaterina Bivol Gets 60-Hour Work Sentence for VideoA St. Petersburg court has sentenced Ekaterina Bivol, ex-wife of boxer Dmitry Bivol, to 60 hours of compulsory work for spreading a hate speech video. The video was found on Telegram in fall 2025.
Emergency Ministry Warns of Abnormal Frosts in Nizhny Novgorod RegionEmergency Ministry Warns of Abnormal Frosts in Nizhny Novgorod Region
Emergency Ministry Warns of Abnormal Frosts in Nizhny Novgorod RegionTemperatures in the region will be 7-14 degrees below the climate norm from January 31 to February 5. In Nizhny Novgorod, a cold snap down to -26 degrees Celsius (-15°F) is expected.
Renders reveal descent from Gorky Park to Kremlin EmbankmentRenders reveal descent from Gorky Park to Kremlin Embankment
Renders reveal descent from Gorky Park to Kremlin EmbankmentIn Kazan, a new walkway and viewing platform will be constructed on the slope from Gorky Park down to the embankment.
Second Baltiyets train arrives on blue metro lineSecond Baltiyets train arrives on blue metro line
Second Baltiyets train arrives on blue metro lineGovernor Alexander Beglov announced the arrival of the second six-car Baltiyets train at the Avtovo electric depot for the St. Petersburg metro's blue line.
Emergency Ministry warns of abnormal frosts in Nizhny Novgorod regionEmergency Ministry warns of abnormal frosts in Nizhny Novgorod region
Emergency Ministry warns of abnormal frosts in Nizhny Novgorod regionAbnormally cold weather is forecast for Nizhny Novgorod region from 31 January to 5 February, with temperatures expected to be 7 to 14 degrees Celsius below the climatic norm.
Volgograd Warned of Dangerous Temperature SwingsVolgograd Warned of Dangerous Temperature Swings
Volgograd Warned of Dangerous Temperature SwingsIn the coming days, the region expects precipitation and fog, and then the temperature will drop to -22 degrees (-7.6°F). Medical professionals advise people with cardiovascular diseases to be cautious.
Tyumen Launches Contest for Public Art Concepts on Dzerzhinsky StreetTyumen Launches Contest for Public Art Concepts on Dzerzhinsky Street
Tyumen Launches Contest for Public Art Concepts on Dzerzhinsky StreetArtists and designers are invited to submit concepts for public art installations on three buildings along Dzerzhinsky Street in Tyumen.
Volgograd warns of deadly temperature swingsVolgograd warns of deadly temperature swings
Volgograd warns of deadly temperature swingsGrey, damp weather will grip the Volgograd region for the next few days before a sharp cold snap returns.
Pyaterochka and Lokomotiv Continue Cooperation in 2026Pyaterochka and Lokomotiv Continue Cooperation in 2026
Pyaterochka and Lokomotiv Continue Cooperation in 2026The extended partnership between Pyaterochka and HC Lokomotiv in 2026 allows Yaroslavl residents to win hockey match tickets through store promotions.
Mayor of Nizhny Novgorod Orders Evacuation of Obstructive CarsMayor of Nizhny Novgorod Orders Evacuation of Obstructive Cars
Mayor of Nizhny Novgorod Orders Evacuation of Obstructive CarsDuring a road inspection on January 29, Nizhny Novgorod Mayor Yuri Shalabayev identified improperly parked vehicles as 'obstructions' and directed their removal.
Sochi Court Orders Land Provision for SMO VeteranSochi Court Orders Land Provision for SMO Veteran
Sochi Court Orders Land Provision for SMO VeteranThe serviceman received an unjustified refusal, the appellate court ruled.
TMK Develops VR Simulator for Non-Destructive Testing TrainingTMK Develops VR Simulator for Non-Destructive Testing Training
TMK Develops VR Simulator for Non-Destructive Testing TrainingTMK's new VR simulator for non-destructive testing training underwent pilot testing at the Chelyabinsk Tube-Rolling Plant, a branch of the company.
Nizhny Novgorod Mayor Orders Evacuation of Parked CarsNizhny Novgorod Mayor Orders Evacuation of Parked Cars
Nizhny Novgorod Mayor Orders Evacuation of Parked CarsMayor Yuri Shalabayev has called for the towing of vehicles he termed 'obstacles' after they blocked a tram in the city center during heavy snow.
Perspektivy Announces Recruitment for Exclusive Volunteer ProgramPerspektivy Announces Recruitment for Exclusive Volunteer Program
Perspektivy Announces Recruitment for Exclusive Volunteer ProgramThe St. Petersburg charity Perspektivy is inviting volunteers to help people with severe disabilities. Participants will be able to change the lives of their charges and find new meaning in their own.
Muscovites Earn Cash by Digging Out Snowbound CarsMuscovites Earn Cash by Digging Out Snowbound Cars
Muscovites Earn Cash by Digging Out Snowbound CarsAfter heavy snowfall in Moscow, some residents are offering to dig out cars for money, with daily earnings reaching 8,000 rubles ($80).
Kronstadt in Early 2026: January DevelopmentsKronstadt in Early 2026: January Developments
Kronstadt in Early 2026: January DevelopmentsKronstadt continues to actively develop at the start of 2026. Here are the key events that took place in the fortress city from January 1 to 28.
New Base Station Enhances Connectivity in Nizhny Novgorod VillageNew Base Station Enhances Connectivity in Nizhny Novgorod Village
New Base Station Enhances Connectivity in Nizhny Novgorod VillageA new base station has been activated in Kochetovka, providing 4G connectivity to over 600 residents and improving signal on a key regional highway.
25th LUKOIL Social and Cultural Projects Competition Launches in Two Regions25th LUKOIL Social and Cultural Projects Competition Launches in Two Regions
25th LUKOIL Social and Cultural Projects Competition Launches in Two RegionsOil company LUKOIL has launched the 25th edition of its social and cultural projects grant competition in the Perm region (PriKamye) and the Timan-Pechora basin, introducing a special nomination for its 35th anniversary.
Volgograd Accident Leaves Thousands Without Water and HeatVolgograd Accident Leaves Thousands Without Water and Heat
Volgograd Accident Leaves Thousands Without Water and HeatUtility services promise to restore supply by evening, but residents are freezing in their apartments due to an accident on the heating networks.
Vladivostok's Municipal Management Model to Expand Across PrimoryeVladivostok's Municipal Management Model to Expand Across Primorye
Vladivostok's Municipal Management Model to Expand Across PrimoryeGovernor Oleg Kozhemyako has ordered the expansion of municipal management companies across Primorye to address failures in housing utilities.