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Samara chooses first investors for historic building restorationSamara chooses first investors for historic building restoration
Samara chooses first investors for historic building restorationThe first investors have been selected to restore four architectural monuments in Samara, following a tender process.
Mass Accident Sparks Massive Traffic Jam on St. Petersburg Ring RoadMass Accident Sparks Massive Traffic Jam on St. Petersburg Ring Road
Mass Accident Sparks Massive Traffic Jam on St. Petersburg Ring RoadOn February 2, a series of collisions on the St. Petersburg Ring Road caused a kilometers-long traffic jam and left people injured.
Novosibirsk Police Detain Shadow Bankers in 2-Billion-Ruble SchemeNovosibirsk Police Detain Shadow Bankers in 2-Billion-Ruble Scheme
Novosibirsk Police Detain Shadow Bankers in 2-Billion-Ruble SchemeSuspects were held for 12 hours at a police station in Novosibirsk.
Chelyabinsk Residents Complain of Aggressive Stray Dogs in ParkChelyabinsk Residents Complain of Aggressive Stray Dogs in Park
Chelyabinsk Residents Complain of Aggressive Stray Dogs in ParkAfter complaints about a pack of stray dogs in Gagarin Park, Chelyabinsk city hall has reminded residents where to report such cases.
Declassified Epstein Files Mention Two Nizhny Novgorod ModelsDeclassified Epstein Files Mention Two Nizhny Novgorod Models
Declassified Epstein Files Mention Two Nizhny Novgorod ModelsThe U.S. Department of Justice has released documents that mention two models from Nizhny Novgorod.
St. Petersburg Taxis Demand White List Inclusion
St. Petersburg Taxis Demand White List InclusionSt. Petersburg taxi services have requested to be included in the white list of the Ministry of Digital Development to operate during internet shutdowns. This was reported by Alexei Tsivilev, head of the transport commission of the city's Legislative Assembly.
Florinskiy Restaurant in Yekaterinburg to Close in FebruaryFlorinskiy Restaurant in Yekaterinburg to Close in February
Florinskiy Restaurant in Yekaterinburg to Close in FebruaryThe establishment, opened in 2024, will cease operations on February 7. The closure was confirmed by the venue without specifying the reasons.
St. Petersburg 'Children Help Children' tournament raises almost 300,000 rublesSt. Petersburg 'Children Help Children' tournament raises almost 300,000 rubles
St. Petersburg 'Children Help Children' tournament raises almost 300,000 rublesThe eleventh charity football tournament 'Children Help Children' was held in St. Petersburg, raising almost 300 thousand rubles. All funds will be directed to help a 17-year-old teenager fighting acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
Water Outage Hits Nearly 200 Homes in VoronezhWater Outage Hits Nearly 200 Homes in Voronezh
Water Outage Hits Nearly 200 Homes in VoronezhA utility accident has left nearly 200 homes in Voronezh without cold water after a pipe rupture, with no estimated time for repairs to be completed.
Shelter Sought for Injured Dog in KaskaraShelter Sought for Injured Dog in Kaskara
Shelter Sought for Injured Dog in KaskaraAnimals left without an owner are living in the cold on a property in the village of Kaskara, Tyumen region.
Suspect in child abduction in St. Petersburg detainedSuspect in child abduction in St. Petersburg detained
Suspect in child abduction in St. Petersburg detainedSt. Petersburg police have detained a man suspected of abducting 9-year-old Pavel. The detention occurred in a neighboring region after a large-scale operation.
Chita to host large Sagaalgan concert on February 18Chita to host large Sagaalgan concert on February 18
Chita to host large Sagaalgan concert on February 18A festive concert for Sagaalgan, the Lunar New Year, will be held on Lenin Square in Chita on February 18. The day is a public holiday in Zabaykalsky Krai.
Swift and Kelce's Relationship Tested After NFL Star's Disappointing SeasonSwift and Kelce's Relationship Tested After NFL Star's Disappointing Season
Swift and Kelce's Relationship Tested After NFL Star's Disappointing SeasonTaylor Swift and Travis Kelce are navigating rough waters in their relationship following Travis's disappointing NFL season, with the Kansas City Chiefs' playoff elimination adding strain.
Florinskiy Restaurant in Yekaterinburg Center to CloseFlorinskiy Restaurant in Yekaterinburg Center to Close
Florinskiy Restaurant in Yekaterinburg Center to CloseThe Florinskiy restaurant in Yekaterinburg, which opened in 2024 and is housed in a historic mansion restored by an oligarch, will cease operations on February 7.
Hilaria Baldwin Sells Personalized Videos Amid Marital CrisisHilaria Baldwin Sells Personalized Videos Amid Marital Crisis
Hilaria Baldwin Sells Personalized Videos Amid Marital CrisisHilaria Baldwin is selling personalized video messages for $109 each as her marriage to Alec Baldwin faces a crisis, media reports say.
Jolie Enraged as Kidman 'Steals' Her Crime Series RoleJolie Enraged as Kidman 'Steals' Her Crime Series Role
Jolie Enraged as Kidman 'Steals' Her Crime Series RoleNicole Kidman's new role in the crime series 'Scarpetta' has sparked a furious reaction from Angelina Jolie, who reportedly believes the project was 'stolen' from her.
Sports school in Kamyshin destroyed after pipe burstSports school in Kamyshin destroyed after pipe burst
Sports school in Kamyshin destroyed after pipe burstA children's sports school in Kamyshin, Volgograd Oblast, has been severely damaged by a heating pipe burst during the New Year holidays. Officials assure that repairs will be made soon but have not provided any timeline.
Desserts That Won't Hinder Weight Loss Even on a Strict DietDesserts That Won't Hinder Weight Loss Even on a Strict Diet
Desserts That Won't Hinder Weight Loss Even on a Strict DietDietitians share which desserts can be included in a weight loss plan without harming progress, even on a strict diet.
Second Cadet Killed in Orsk Crash Was From Moscow RegionSecond Cadet Killed in Orsk Crash Was From Moscow Region
Second Cadet Killed in Orsk Crash Was From Moscow RegionA 21-year-old cadet from the Moscow region has been identified as the second victim of a training flight crash near Orsk. The accident claimed three lives and is under investigation.
Top Unusual Items Left at Samara Railway Station Include Aladdin's LampTop Unusual Items Left at Samara Railway Station Include Aladdin's Lamp
Top Unusual Items Left at Samara Railway Station Include Aladdin's LampWhat unusual items have you lost at transport facilities? The lost and found at Samara's station last year included a lamp shaped like Aladdin's, an antique samovar, and paintings.
Two Nizhny Novgorod women linked to Epstein scandal in USTwo Nizhny Novgorod women linked to Epstein scandal in US
Two Nizhny Novgorod women linked to Epstein scandal in USThe U.S. Department of Justice declassified the data.
Shelter Sought for Freezing Dog with Injured Paw Near TyumenShelter Sought for Freezing Dog with Injured Paw Near Tyumen
Shelter Sought for Freezing Dog with Injured Paw Near TyumenResidents of Kaskara village are seeking help for a dog and cat left freezing in an abandoned house after their owner died in December. A volunteer says the new property owner is willing to surrender the animals.
Suspect in kidnapping of 9-year-old Pavel detained outside St. Petersburg
Suspect in kidnapping of 9-year-old Pavel detained outside St. PetersburgThe suspect in the kidnapping of nine-year-old Pavel was detained outside Leningrad Region. The child was not with him, and the search continues.
12-Year-Old Girl's Killer Found Near Tambov After 11 Years12-Year-Old Girl's Killer Found Near Tambov After 11 Years
12-Year-Old Girl's Killer Found Near Tambov After 11 YearsThe search for the murderer involved psychics from 'The Battle of Psychics,' culminating in the arrest of a family acquaintance after a lengthy investigation.
Employees of a District Hospital in Arkhangelsk Region Accused of FraudEmployees of a District Hospital in Arkhangelsk Region Accused of Fraud
Employees of a District Hospital in Arkhangelsk Region Accused of FraudTwo former employees from a Plesetsk district medical institution, a paramedic and an HR worker, face charges of fraud and official forgery. One of them allegedly had a fraudulent sick leave certificate issued.