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Missing sambist, 18, last seen leaving in blue Mercedes in VoronezhMissing sambist, 18, last seen leaving in blue Mercedes in Voronezh
Missing sambist, 18, last seen leaving in blue Mercedes in VoronezhThere has been no information about 18-year-old Aleksandra Lalachkina since January 22. Volunteers are searching for the sambo athlete, who was last seen driving away in a dark blue Mercedes.
Air defense repels mass UAV attack in Rostov OblastAir defense repels mass UAV attack in Rostov Oblast
Air defense repels mass UAV attack in Rostov OblastAir defense forces intercepted and destroyed 46 unmanned aerial vehicles during a night attack on the region, with information on casualties still being clarified.
Massive drone attack repelled in Rostov OblastMassive drone attack repelled in Rostov Oblast
Massive drone attack repelled in Rostov OblastAir defense systems intercepted a large-scale drone attack in Russia's Rostov Oblast overnight on January 24, with the governor reporting no casualties.
Mother Drops Infant from Fourth Floor in Asbest FireMother Drops Infant from Fourth Floor in Asbest Fire
Mother Drops Infant from Fourth Floor in Asbest FireHeavy smoke from a fire in Asbest trapped residents, leading a mother to drop her infant from a fourth-floor window to save it.
Urals infant dropped from window to escape fireUrals infant dropped from window to escape fire
Urals infant dropped from window to escape fireIn Asbest, Urals, parents dropped their baby from a window to save it from a fire that filled the apartment with smoke, preventing escape.
Medical Helicopter Flies to Fatal Tourist Bus Crash in PrimoryeMedical Helicopter Flies to Fatal Tourist Bus Crash in Primorye
Medical Helicopter Flies to Fatal Tourist Bus Crash in PrimoryeA medical evacuation helicopter has been dispatched to the Khasan district of Primorye following a deadly multi-vehicle crash that killed three people, including tourists.
Phuket-Barnaul flight lands safely after emergency landing in ChinaPhuket-Barnaul flight lands safely after emergency landing in China
Phuket-Barnaul flight lands safely after emergency landing in ChinaAll passengers are safe after a flight from Phuket to Barnaul made an emergency landing in China before landing safely in Russia.
Doctors battle for mother's life after fatal crash in PrimoryeDoctors battle for mother's life after fatal crash in Primorye
Doctors battle for mother's life after fatal crash in PrimoryeThe daughter of a woman injured in a fatal car crash in Primorye has been stabilized, while doctors continue to fight for the mother's life.
Mass blackout in Russian Arctic leads to criminal negligence caseMass blackout in Russian Arctic leads to criminal negligence case
Mass blackout in Russian Arctic leads to criminal negligence caseHomes in Murmansk and Severomorsk were left without power and heating after widespread outages, leading to a criminal investigation for negligence.
Water Cut Off in Krasnoyarsk Village, Deliveries Called MockeryWater Cut Off in Krasnoyarsk Village, Deliveries Called Mockery
Water Cut Off in Krasnoyarsk Village, Deliveries Called MockeryResidents of Maksakovka village in Krasnoyarsk Krai are facing a water crisis after their supply froze in winter cold. The water brought in by authorities is rusty and dirty, which locals have called a mockery.
Diver dies during dive in Vladivostok, body found by eyewitnessDiver dies during dive in Vladivostok, body found by eyewitness
Diver dies during dive in Vladivostok, body found by eyewitnessA diver has died during an underwater dive off Russky Island in Vladivostok, with his body found by an eyewitness in Ivan Tsova Bay. The victim is approximately 25 years old.
Relative of Novosibirsk mall collapse victim speaks of waiting in vainRelative of Novosibirsk mall collapse victim speaks of waiting in vain
Relative of Novosibirsk mall collapse victim speaks of waiting in vainThe brother of Rustam Sharipov, who died in the shopping center collapse, said the family hoped until the end he would be found alive. Sharipov leaves behind a wife and four daughters.
Drone Attack Caused Night Explosion in Voronezh OblastDrone Attack Caused Night Explosion in Voronezh Oblast
Drone Attack Caused Night Explosion in Voronezh OblastAuthorities in Voronezh Oblast reported that a drone attack was behind a night explosion, with the region under aerial threat for nearly 16 hours.
Partizansk Water Cutoff Forces Residents to Melt SnowPartizansk Water Cutoff Forces Residents to Melt Snow
Partizansk Water Cutoff Forces Residents to Melt SnowThousands of residents in Partizansk have been without cold water for nearly a week, forcing them to buy water or melt snow for daily needs.
Owners feared trapped as house burns in Zaeltsovsky districtOwners feared trapped as house burns in Zaeltsovsky district
Owners feared trapped as house burns in Zaeltsovsky districtA private home in the Zaeltsovsky district of Novosibirsk caught fire on January 24, with the roof fully ablaze and concerns raised about the occupants' whereabouts.
January 23 News Digest: Black Snow and Policy ProposalsJanuary 23 News Digest: Black Snow and Policy Proposals
January 23 News Digest: Black Snow and Policy ProposalsThis digest covers key events from January 23, including a proposal to limit strong alcohol sales, calls to cancel national exams, and reports of black snow covering the city of Nakhodka in Primorye.
Unlicensed 22-year-old Lexus driver dies in Trans-Baikal crashUnlicensed 22-year-old Lexus driver dies in Trans-Baikal crash
Unlicensed 22-year-old Lexus driver dies in Trans-Baikal crashA 22-year-old man died after losing control of his Lexus and overturning in the Trans-Baikal region overnight.
Tyumen Conscripts' Families Say Soldiers Tricked Into Signing ContractsTyumen Conscripts' Families Say Soldiers Tricked Into Signing Contracts
Tyumen Conscripts' Families Say Soldiers Tricked Into Signing ContractsFamilies of conscripts from Tyumen allege their sons were signed up for contract service without consent, discovering only when over 2 million rubles ($22,200) were deposited into their bank accounts.
Bus en route to Yekaterinburg catches fire suddenlyBus en route to Yekaterinburg catches fire suddenly
Bus en route to Yekaterinburg catches fire suddenlyA bus traveling from Solikamsk to Yekaterinburg caught fire on the evening of 23 January near Berezniki. Passengers posted video of the emergency, which resulted in no injuries.
Criminal Case Opened After Murmansk and Severomorsk BlackoutCriminal Case Opened After Murmansk and Severomorsk Blackout
Criminal Case Opened After Murmansk and Severomorsk BlackoutIn Murmansk Oblast, a criminal case has been opened after a blackout left Murmansk and the closed town of Severomorsk without power, which investigators attribute to a sharp voltage drop.
Murmansk Cuts Street Lights for Hospitals and UtilitiesMurmansk Cuts Street Lights for Hospitals and Utilities
Murmansk Cuts Street Lights for Hospitals and UtilitiesA state of high alert has been declared in the Murmansk region.
Power Supply Limits Imposed as Arctic Region Goes on High AlertPower Supply Limits Imposed as Arctic Region Goes on High Alert
Power Supply Limits Imposed as Arctic Region Goes on High AlertChibis held a meeting of the operational headquarters due to an accident on Rosseti's power lines.
Missing Krasnoyarsk Teen Found With Girl, Money GoneMissing Krasnoyarsk Teen Found With Girl, Money Gone
Missing Krasnoyarsk Teen Found With Girl, Money GoneA 14-year-old boy, the son of a local businessman, was located in Krasnoyarsk after he vanished, apparently scammed out of 3 million rubles (about $30,000 at current rates).
Bus catches fire near Berezniki while traveling from Solikamsk to YekaterinburgBus catches fire near Berezniki while traveling from Solikamsk to Yekaterinburg
Bus catches fire near Berezniki while traveling from Solikamsk to YekaterinburgA bus caught fire near Berezniki on Friday evening. No casualties were reported.