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Poll: Volgograd Split Over Station Square OverhaulPoll: Volgograd Split Over Station Square Overhaul
Poll: Volgograd Split Over Station Square OverhaulAs Volgograd's central station square undergoes a massive reconstruction turning parking into a paved park, residents and tourists share mixed feelings about the project.
Sverdlovsk residents can register for International Youth FestivalSverdlovsk residents can register for International Youth Festival
Sverdlovsk residents can register for International Youth FestivalThe International Youth Festival will take place in Yekaterinburg from 11 to 17 September 2026, gathering 10,000 participants from 190 countries. Five thousand residents of Sverdlovsk Region will be able to attend for free.
Yakutia governor orders boiler house by SeptemberYakutia governor orders boiler house by September
Yakutia governor orders boiler house by SeptemberHead of Yakutia Aisen Nikolaev ordered the completion of the automated boiler house 'Zapad-2' in Borogontsy by September, saving 150 million rubles ($1.6 million at current rates) annually.
Residents of Sverdlovsk Oblast Invited to International Youth FestivalResidents of Sverdlovsk Oblast Invited to International Youth Festival
Residents of Sverdlovsk Oblast Invited to International Youth FestivalThe International Youth Festival in Yekaterinburg will bring together 10,000 participants from 190 countries, and residents of Sverdlovsk Oblast are invited to register.
Which gas stations in Krasnodar have gasoline?Which gas stations in Krasnodar have gasoline?
Which gas stations in Krasnodar have gasoline?As of the morning of July 21, over half of gas stations in Krasnodar are operating, with AI-92, AI-95, AI-100, and diesel fuel available at many locations.
New base station covers Livadia's coastal baysNew base station covers Livadia's coastal bays
New base station covers Livadia's coastal baysTelecom operator MegaFon has installed a new base station in Livadia, covering the Tikhaya Zavod and Priboinaya bays, to support tourist bases in the Avangard area during the summer season.
Hail and wind devastate Trans-Urals, leave ice pilesHail and wind devastate Trans-Urals, leave ice piles
Hail and wind devastate Trans-Urals, leave ice pilesOver the weekend, a powerful storm with hail and strong winds struck the Trans-Urals, leaving broken greenhouses and piles of ice.
Like St. Petersburg? Chelyabinsk becomes cultural capital and sailing hubLike St. Petersburg? Chelyabinsk becomes cultural capital and sailing hub
Like St. Petersburg? Chelyabinsk becomes cultural capital and sailing hubPrestigious yacht competitions were held for the first time in the Southern Urals.
Chelyabinsk Firm Fined 500,000 Rubles for Bribe
Chelyabinsk Firm Fined 500,000 Rubles for BribeThe prosecutor's office of the Traktorozavodsky District of Chelyabinsk revealed a bribe-giving by a representative of LLC Financial-Industrial Company. The legal entity was held administratively liable with a fine of 500,000 rubles (approx. $5,600 at current rates).
Cherepovets applies 5,600 sq m of road markingsCherepovets applies 5,600 sq m of road markings
Cherepovets applies 5,600 sq m of road markingsCherepovets Mayor Andrey Nakroshaev reported that over 5,600 square meters of road markings were applied in the past week, using specialized equipment to keep crossings and lines visible.
Yunost Square Gets Dragon and Carousels for 180MYunost Square Gets Dragon and Carousels for 180M
Yunost Square Gets Dragon and Carousels for 180MThe total cost of renovating Yunost Square in Yaroslavl has been calculated at more than 180 million rubles ($2 million at current rates), including a three-headed dragon and carousels.
Architect Anna Myalk: Millionka Block Needs Global ReconstructionArchitect Anna Myalk: Millionka Block Needs Global Reconstruction
Architect Anna Myalk: Millionka Block Needs Global ReconstructionThe redevelopment zone for Millionka in Vladivostok also includes cultural heritage sites, according to architect Anna Myalk, who argued that the entire block, not just individual buildings, requires global reconstruction.
Voronezh May Hold City Day in Full FormatVoronezh May Hold City Day in Full Format
Voronezh May Hold City Day in Full FormatVoronezh City Day may be held in a full format this year, but a final decision has not yet been made due to the operational situation.
Motorcyclist crashes into car during overtaking in CherepovetsMotorcyclist crashes into car during overtaking in Cherepovets
Motorcyclist crashes into car during overtaking in CherepovetsOn July 20, on Severnoye Highway in Cherepovets, a Kawasaki motorcycle collided with a Volkswagen Passat due to an overtaking violation. The motorcycle rider was hospitalized.
Abandoned Pavilions on Predmostnaya Fenced Off with NettingAbandoned Pavilions on Predmostnaya Fenced Off with Netting
Abandoned Pavilions on Predmostnaya Fenced Off with NettingAbandoned pavilions on Predmostnaya Square (in Krasnoyarsk, Russia), frequented by homeless and vandals, have been fenced off with netting. They will be demolished once a contractor is chosen.
St. Petersburg Rain Ends by Noon July 21St. Petersburg Rain Ends by Noon July 21
St. Petersburg Rain Ends by Noon July 21Chief weather forecaster Alexander Kolesov reported that the rains caused by an atmospheric front will stop in the afternoon of July 21. After that, the air will warm up to +16 degrees Celsius (61°F).
St. Petersburg rain ends by midday July 21St. Petersburg rain ends by midday July 21
St. Petersburg rain ends by midday July 21On Tuesday, July 21, St. Petersburg's chief forecaster Alexander Kolesov said precipitation will stop by midday, after which the air will warm to +16 degrees Celsius (61°F).
«Dragon's Breath Effect» Raises Yaroslavl Square Costs«Dragon's Breath Effect» Raises Yaroslavl Square Costs
«Dragon's Breath Effect» Raises Yaroslavl Square CostsA massive renovation of Yunosti Square in Yaroslavl has begun, with costs for a six-meter three-headed dragon and other figures driving the total to over 180.5 million rubles (about 1.9 million USD at current rates).
Harvest campaign begins in Sterlitamaksky DistrictHarvest campaign begins in Sterlitamaksky District
Harvest campaign begins in Sterlitamaksky DistrictThe harvest campaign has started in Sterlitamaksky District. The first to begin work were agricultural workers of the agricultural enterprise OOO SP Druzhba (Druzhba Agricultural Enterprise LLC), who have harvested 280 hectares of winter wheat.
Water Safety Raid in IshparsovoWater Safety Raid in Ishparsovo
Water Safety Raid in IshparsovoA preventive water safety raid was conducted in the Podlesnenskoye rural settlement (Bashkortostan, Russia), focusing on children and the prohibition of swimming while intoxicated.
Updating Playgrounds and Mowing Grass in Three VillagesUpdating Playgrounds and Mowing Grass in Three Villages
Updating Playgrounds and Mowing Grass in Three VillagesIn rural settlements, improvement work continues: utility workers mowed grass, updated and painted play elements on children's and sports playgrounds.
Schoolchildren Join "Clean Country" CampaignSchoolchildren Join "Clean Country" Campaign
Schoolchildren Join "Clean Country" CampaignIn Aigulevo village, Sterlitamaksky District, an environmental campaign "Clean Country" took place, with active participation of local school students.
Auction for 15 Land Plots in Mariinsky VillageAuction for 15 Land Plots in Mariinsky Village
Auction for 15 Land Plots in Mariinsky VillageThe administration of Sterlitamaksky District has announced an open auction for the sale of 15 land plots in Mariinsky Village on Magistralnaya Street.
Kopeysk Police Conduct Raids on Water BodiesKopeysk Police Conduct Raids on Water Bodies
Kopeysk Police Conduct Raids on Water BodiesKopeysk police officers have intensified patrolling of water bodies to prevent accidents, especially among children, and are reminding residents of safety rules.
Utility Launches Outage Alerts and Payment DetailsUtility Launches Outage Alerts and Payment Details
Utility Launches Outage Alerts and Payment DetailsResidents of Chelyabinsk region can now receive notifications of planned power outages and detailed payment information via email.