Nizhny Novgorod MinGrad official faces bribery trialThe Investigative Committee has completed its investigation into the criminal case against former Nizhny Novgorod MinGrad official Anastasia Ivanova, accused of accepting a 500,000-ruble bribe ($5,600 at current rates).
Meladze's son Konstantin drives the internet wildValery Meladze and wife Albina Dzhanabaeva shared rare photos of their eldest son Konstantin during a trip to the UK, prompting an online frenzy over his handsome looks and private lifestyle.
Meladze's Out-of-Wedlock Son Stuns InternetValery Meladze and Albina Dzhanabaeva shared rare photos of their eldest son Konstantin, 22, who studies design in the UK and has grown into a striking young man.
Meladze's Illegitimate Son Drives Internet WildValery Meladze and Albina Dzhanabaeva shared rare glimpses of their eldest son Konstantin during a trip to the UK, revealing a handsome young man that fans can't stop admiring.
Ukraine Talks Produce 314-Prisoner ExchangeDelegations from Russia, Ukraine, and the US agreed to exchange 314 prisoners during peace talks in Abu Dhabi, the first such swap in five months.
Driver remanded after fatal Kolyvan crashA 33-year-old man fled the scene after hitting and killing a 75-year-old woman while driving drunk without a license in the work settlement of Kolyvan, Novosibirsk Oblast.
TETs-1 Accident Video Shows Chita Blackout ImpactA video captured the moment of an accident at Chita's TETs-1 thermal power plant, with sparks flying around, which left nearly half the city's residents without power overnight on February 4-5.
Keep Calm! Explosions in Murmansk OblastPlanned explosion works at a terminal in Belokamenka, Murmansk Oblast, will take place on February 6, 7 and 8 from 17:00 to 18:00, local time.
Tula Region Convicts Five for Illegal MigrationIn the Tula region, five individuals were convicted for organizing illegal migration, receiving sentences of up to 2.5 years in prison, the regional prosecutor's office said.
Family MFCs: A New Foothold for FamiliesIn Chelyabinsk Oblast, five Family Multifunctional Centers have opened, offering one-stop support to families in crisis, from legal aid to rehabilitation, with a sixth set to launch soon.
Samolet Seeks 50B Rubles State Aid; Experts ReactDeveloper Samolet has requested 50 billion rubles ($500 million) in state support, causing its shares to fall nearly 7%. Experts discuss the likely impact on homebuyers.
Russia Introduces Limit on Cash Deposits via ATMsThe Ministry of Finance proposes to limit cash account replenishment to 1 million rubles per month (approximately $10,000 at current rates). Experts discuss the implications for the public and the economy.
Marathon «Russia — Family of Families» Opens in MoscowOn 5 February, the federal marathon «Russia — Family of Families» opened in Moscow, bringing together about 4,000 participants representing over 190 peoples. Visitors can enjoy exhibitions, film screenings, master classes, and national cuisine.
After Yessentuki and Lermontov, Two Districts Evacuate SchoolsFollowing bomb threats, schools in Shpakovsky and Kochubeyevsky districts evacuated students and switched the second shift to distance learning on 5 February 2026, mirroring earlier evacuations in Yessentuki and Lermontov.
Kuzbass Allocates Nearly 40 Million for Forest FlightsThe Kemerovo region (Kuzbass) has allocated 38.6 million rubles ($428,900 at current rates) for aerial forest fire surveillance in 2026, over four times the 9.8 million rubles spent in 2025.
