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Health paths temporarily closed in Zheleznovodsk due to strong windHealth paths temporarily closed in Zheleznovodsk due to strong wind
Health paths temporarily closed in Zheleznovodsk due to strong windGuests and residents are asked to refrain from walks.
A route Gazelle burns in Orsk, again on a MondayA route Gazelle burns in Orsk, again on a Monday
A route Gazelle burns in Orsk, again on a MondayA passenger minibus caught fire in Orsk on Monday, exactly one week after a similar incident in the city.
Tula Exotarium groundhogs predict early spring with returning frostsTula Exotarium groundhogs predict early spring with returning frosts
Tula Exotarium groundhogs predict early spring with returning frostsThe Tula Exotarium used groundhogs to forecast spring weather on Groundhog Day, a tradition inspired by the film of the same name.
Kuzbass Governor Says Social and Healthcare Systems Are CriticalKuzbass Governor Says Social and Healthcare Systems Are Critical
Kuzbass Governor Says Social and Healthcare Systems Are CriticalThe regional head stated that those responsible for mistakes will be punished, following a series of high-profile incidents in January.
Maternal Capital Scam Defrauds 20 Krasnoyarsk Women of HousingMaternal Capital Scam Defrauds 20 Krasnoyarsk Women of Housing
Maternal Capital Scam Defrauds 20 Krasnoyarsk Women of HousingTwenty women in Krasnoyarsk received cash from their maternal capital but lost their eligibility to buy housing in a fraud scheme that operated from 2019 to 2023.
BitRiver faces bankruptcy as founder accused of tax evasionBitRiver faces bankruptcy as founder accused of tax evasion
BitRiver faces bankruptcy as founder accused of tax evasionRussia's largest mining operator, BitRiver, could be declared bankrupt as a creditor seeks observation procedures, with talks ongoing for a change in ownership.
Russia to Launch School Journal for Conflict IncidentsRussia to Launch School Journal for Conflict Incidents
Russia to Launch School Journal for Conflict IncidentsA special journal to document student conflicts may be introduced in Russian schools, according to Children's Rights Commissioner Maria Lvova-Belova, aiming to gather data for analysis.
Comedian's Yekaterinburg Concert Canceled, Fans Denied Full RefundsComedian's Yekaterinburg Concert Canceled, Fans Denied Full Refunds
Comedian's Yekaterinburg Concert Canceled, Fans Denied Full RefundsA stand-up show by Nurlan Saburov in Yekaterinburg has been canceled, with fans unable to recover service fees on their tickets.
Stavropol resident stole awards from SVO fighter, buried medals in shedStavropol resident stole awards from SVO fighter, buried medals in shed
Stavropol resident stole awards from SVO fighter, buried medals in shedMedals 'For Courage' and jewelry worth 350,000 rubles (approximately $3,900) disappeared from a serviceman's family home in Stavropol.
Meteorologists Forecast New Cold Spell for Novosibirsk RegionMeteorologists Forecast New Cold Spell for Novosibirsk Region
Meteorologists Forecast New Cold Spell for Novosibirsk RegionA new cold wave is set to hit Novosibirsk and the surrounding region over the next three days, with temperatures dropping below -30°C (-22°F) in some areas.
Sewage Floods KGSHA Student CampusSewage Floods KGSHA Student Campus
Sewage Floods KGSHA Student CampusA sewage leak has flooded the student campus of the Kurgan State Agricultural Academy in Lesnikovo village, with photos emerging on social media on February 1.
Voronezh Region places 49th in gasoline affordability rankingVoronezh Region places 49th in gasoline affordability ranking
Voronezh Region places 49th in gasoline affordability rankingA study reveals how many liters of gasoline the average salary can buy in Russian regions, with Voronezh Region ranking 49th.
Spring in Nizhny Novgorod Region to Arrive Earlier Than UsualSpring in Nizhny Novgorod Region to Arrive Earlier Than Usual
Spring in Nizhny Novgorod Region to Arrive Earlier Than UsualA forecaster reported that March will be warm, and spring in the region will arrive ahead of schedule.
94-Year-Old Veteran Metallurgist Killed in Chelyabinsk94-Year-Old Veteran Metallurgist Killed in Chelyabinsk
94-Year-Old Veteran Metallurgist Killed in ChelyabinskTwo suspects have been detained in connection with the murder of a 94-year-old honored veteran metallurgist in Chelyabinsk.
Arkhangelsk power grid accident: when will electricity be restored?Arkhangelsk power grid accident: when will electricity be restored?
Arkhangelsk power grid accident: when will electricity be restored?Two districts in Arkhangelsk Oblast have been without electricity since morning due to a power grid accident, with restoration expected by afternoon.
Chief Engineer Convicted in Sewage Pump Station ExplosionChief Engineer Convicted in Sewage Pump Station Explosion
Chief Engineer Convicted in Sewage Pump Station ExplosionThe Krasnoarmeysky District Court of Volgograd has issued a verdict in the case of an explosion at sewage pump station No. 4 that killed six people.
Sweat Odor Traps Killer of 12-Year-Old Girl After Eight YearsSweat Odor Traps Killer of 12-Year-Old Girl After Eight Years
Sweat Odor Traps Killer of 12-Year-Old Girl After Eight YearsThe murder of a 12-year-old girl in 2011 remained unsolved for years, with even psychics from a TV show involved, until sweat odor analysis led to the killer.
Drivers in Rostov Region Prepare for Snowfall and IceDrivers in Rostov Region Prepare for Snowfall and Ice
Drivers in Rostov Region Prepare for Snowfall and IceAuthorities in Rostov Oblast are preparing for a heavy snowfall and the possible introduction of a state of heightened readiness.
Forecaster: Spring to arrive early in Nizhny NovgorodForecaster: Spring to arrive early in Nizhny Novgorod
Forecaster: Spring to arrive early in Nizhny NovgorodMarch is expected to be warm this year.
Sverdlovsk Oblast Bans Posting Photos and Videos of DronesSverdlovsk Oblast Bans Posting Photos and Videos of Drones
Sverdlovsk Oblast Bans Posting Photos and Videos of DronesViolators of the new decree face fines of up to 250,000 rubles (about $2,800 at current rates). The ban aims to prevent the use of such materials for terrorist purposes.
From Buckwheat to Fish: Novosibirsk Region's Export GrowthFrom Buckwheat to Fish: Novosibirsk Region's Export Growth
From Buckwheat to Fish: Novosibirsk Region's Export GrowthThe Novosibirsk Region is boosting its agricultural exports, expanding the list of goods sent abroad and the number of destination countries, generating significant revenue.
Ex-designer Mitvol challenges conviction with new theft lawEx-designer Mitvol challenges conviction with new theft law
Ex-designer Mitvol challenges conviction with new theft lawOleg Mitvol, found guilty of embezzling funds for the Krasnoyarsk metro, is seeking to reduce his prison term. This is not his first attempt at early release.
Volgograd Engineer Sentenced Over Deadly Sewage Plant BlastVolgograd Engineer Sentenced Over Deadly Sewage Plant Blast
Volgograd Engineer Sentenced Over Deadly Sewage Plant BlastA court in Volgograd's Krasnoarmeysky district has sentenced the chief engineer of a water supply company after an explosion at a pumping station killed six people in July 2024.
RZD Announces Sole Ritsa Train Journey in 2026RZD Announces Sole Ritsa Train Journey in 2026
RZD Announces Sole Ritsa Train Journey in 2026It will be a week-long cruise from Moscow to Sukhumi via Rostov-on-Don, Novorossiysk, and Sochi.
Solar halo appears in Moscow and surrounding regionSolar halo appears in Moscow and surrounding region
Solar halo appears in Moscow and surrounding regionThe first working day of February brought a surprise beyond the frosts, as residents observed a rainbow-like optical phenomenon in the sky.