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Heavy Snow and Sharp Cold to -19°C Hit PrimoryeHeavy Snow and Sharp Cold to -19°C Hit Primorye
Heavy Snow and Sharp Cold to -19°C Hit PrimoryePrimorye faces heavy snow and a sharp cold snap, with temperatures plunging to -19°C (-2°F) by the end of the work week.
Ex-Deputy Who Married Pensioner Sues Her for Unjust EnrichmentEx-Deputy Who Married Pensioner Sues Her for Unjust Enrichment
Ex-Deputy Who Married Pensioner Sues Her for Unjust EnrichmentFormer deputy Andrei Baleevsky has filed a lawsuit against pensioner Zoya Belyaeva, alleging she was unjustly enriched, following the annulment of their marriage.
Chelyabinsk entrepreneur to pay compensation for girl's trampoline injuryChelyabinsk entrepreneur to pay compensation for girl's trampoline injury
Chelyabinsk entrepreneur to pay compensation for girl's trampoline injuryAn individual entrepreneur in Chelyabinsk will pay 450,000 rubles (about $5,000 at current rates) to the family of a girl who broke her leg on a trampoline in the city's Pushkin Park. The incident occurred in June 2025.
Arctic power line restoration on track for midweek completionArctic power line restoration on track for midweek completion
Arctic power line restoration on track for midweek completionRepair work on the power lines in the Arctic is proceeding as planned, with no further outages expected for consumers during the final phase.
No Speeding Through: Fines Issued on Novosibirsk's Fourth BridgeNo Speeding Through: Fines Issued on Novosibirsk's Fourth Bridge
No Speeding Through: Fines Issued on Novosibirsk's Fourth BridgeCameras on a new bridge in Novosibirsk have begun issuing fines for exceeding the 40 km/h speed limit, as confirmed by a local driver's penalty.
Another Ufa Bus Carrier to Raise Fares — ListAnother Ufa Bus Carrier to Raise Fares — List
Another Ufa Bus Carrier to Raise Fares — ListIt serves popular routes on the avenue, in the northern part of the city, and in both Zaton areas.
STS and Melnitsa Demand Compensation from Gridnev Khleb BakerySTS and Melnitsa Demand Compensation from Gridnev Khleb Bakery
STS and Melnitsa Demand Compensation from Gridnev Khleb BakeryTV channel STS and studio Melnitsa have filed lawsuits against the Rostov bakery chain Gridnev Khleb, demanding compensation for unauthorized use of characters.
Volgograd Roads Paralyzed by 10-Point Traffic JamsVolgograd Roads Paralyzed by 10-Point Traffic Jams
Volgograd Roads Paralyzed by 10-Point Traffic JamsThe snowfall has paralyzed transport in Volgograd, with only air travel and commuter trains operating normally.
Cats, parrot, and chinchilla killed in Tatishchevo fireCats, parrot, and chinchilla killed in Tatishchevo fire
Cats, parrot, and chinchilla killed in Tatishchevo fireA fire in Tatishchevo destroyed a home, killing several pets including cats, a parrot, and a chinchilla, while the homeowner escaped unharmed.
Samara paralyzed by maximum level traffic jamsSamara paralyzed by maximum level traffic jams
Samara paralyzed by maximum level traffic jamsSamara experienced unprecedented traffic gridlock on Tuesday morning, February 3, with Yandex.Maps showing the maximum congestion level of 10.
CTC and Melnitsa Sue Grindev Khleb BakeryCTC and Melnitsa Sue Grindev Khleb Bakery
CTC and Melnitsa Sue Grindev Khleb BakeryIn late January, TV channel CTC and animation studio Melnitsa filed lawsuits against the Rostov bakery chain Grindev Khleb, seeking compensation for unauthorized use of cartoon characters.
Ufa Air and Water Testing for Formaldehyde, NoiseUfa Air and Water Testing for Formaldehyde, Noise
Ufa Air and Water Testing for Formaldehyde, NoiseThe Development Corporation of Bashkortostan has ordered environmental monitoring for the Ufimsky Industrial Park, focusing on air and water quality.
Volgograd Buried in Snow: Roads Become ImpassableVolgograd Buried in Snow: Roads Become Impassable
Volgograd Buried in Snow: Roads Become ImpassableIntense snowfall that hit Volgograd has completely paralyzed traffic on city roads and created serious difficulties for residents.
Disappearance of TODAY host's mother a possible crimeDisappearance of TODAY host's mother a possible crime
Disappearance of TODAY host's mother a possible crimeNew developments suggest the disappearance of TODAY show host Savannah Guthrie's mother may be linked to a crime, according to Arizona law enforcement.
Teacher from private school in Omsk steals dishes at food courtTeacher from private school in Omsk steals dishes at food court
Teacher from private school in Omsk steals dishes at food courtA mathematics teacher in Omsk stole Christmas dishes and microphones worth 27,000 rubles (approximately $300 at current rates) from a woman at a food court, but was unable to explain his motives.
Yekaterinburg man pays twice for tram due to pass limitationYekaterinburg man pays twice for tram due to pass limitation
Yekaterinburg man pays twice for tram due to pass limitationA Yekaterinburg resident found that his monthly Yekarta transport pass does not cover the tram journey to Verkhnyaya Pyshma, forcing him to pay extra.
Krasnodar residents stunned by high January utility billsKrasnodar residents stunned by high January utility bills
Krasnodar residents stunned by high January utility billsMany residents of Krasnodar were caught off guard by unexpectedly high utility bills in January, with reports of record amounts despite similar consumption levels.
Relics of Saint Spyridon Arrive in SaratovRelics of Saint Spyridon Arrive in Saratov
Relics of Saint Spyridon Arrive in SaratovThe relics of Saint Spyridon of Trimythous have been brought to Saratov, where they will remain for two weeks for veneration by the faithful.
Pyatigorsk Doctors Remove Batteries, Crowns from PatientsPyatigorsk Doctors Remove Batteries, Crowns from Patients
Pyatigorsk Doctors Remove Batteries, Crowns from PatientsDoctors at Pyatigorsk's city clinical hospital revealed the most shocking and unexpected finds from 2025, including dangerous objects extracted from patients.
Snowfall in Tolyatti and region: Meteorologists' forecastSnowfall in Tolyatti and region: Meteorologists' forecast
Snowfall in Tolyatti and region: Meteorologists' forecastWere you not snowed in this morning? We found out how many more days the snow will continue in the Samara region.
Frost and Ice Expected in Murmansk Region on TuesdayFrost and Ice Expected in Murmansk Region on Tuesday
Frost and Ice Expected in Murmansk Region on TuesdayPolar meteorologists forecast frost, ice, and cold temperatures for the Murmansk Region on Tuesday, with no significant precipitation expected.
Barometric ridge to raise pressure in St. Petersburg on February 3Barometric ridge to raise pressure in St. Petersburg on February 3
Barometric ridge to raise pressure in St. Petersburg on February 3On February 3, in St. Petersburg and Leningrad Oblast, atmospheric pressure will rise above normal values due to a barometric ridge. Air temperature will remain significantly below the climatic norm.
Weather causes Lada Niva crash, injuring two passengersWeather causes Lada Niva crash, injuring two passengers
Weather causes Lada Niva crash, injuring two passengersA 51-year-old driver lost control of a Lada Niva in bad weather, causing it to overturn and injure two passengers aged 18 and 19 in Shpakovsky District.
Heavy Snowfall Paralyzes Volgograd, Disrupts TransportHeavy Snowfall Paralyzes Volgograd, Disrupts Transport
Heavy Snowfall Paralyzes Volgograd, Disrupts TransportTraffic on city roads has turned into chaos.