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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.
Don Drivers Warned of Snowdrifts, Black Ice and BlizzardDon Drivers Warned of Snowdrifts, Black Ice and Blizzard
Don Drivers Warned of Snowdrifts, Black Ice and BlizzardRostov Region is bracing for heavy snowfall and blizzards, and Governor Yury Slusar has ordered municipal heads to prepare for severe weather, with a state of heightened readiness possibly being introduced.
Severodvinsk resident killed in highway accident on M-8Severodvinsk resident killed in highway accident on M-8
Severodvinsk resident killed in highway accident on M-8He got out of the car onto the roadway.
Chelyabinsk Tests New High-Capacity BusChelyabinsk Tests New High-Capacity Bus
Chelyabinsk Tests New High-Capacity BusThe vehicle has been put on route No. 4, which is considered one of the busiest.
Husband Shoots Wife in St. Petersburg and Commits SuicideHusband Shoots Wife in St. Petersburg and Commits Suicide
Husband Shoots Wife in St. Petersburg and Commits SuicideA criminal case has been initiated in the Nevsky District of St. Petersburg over the murder of a woman. Preliminary reports indicate that the husband shot his wife with a shotgun and then committed suicide.
What Makes Nipah Virus Dangerous and How to Protect Against ItWhat Makes Nipah Virus Dangerous and How to Protect Against It
What Makes Nipah Virus Dangerous and How to Protect Against ItNo cases of the disease have been registered in Russia, but an outbreak in India is under control, according to Russian health officials.
Witnesses Say Truck Accident in Yaroslavl Left Cars in DitchWitnesses Say Truck Accident in Yaroslavl Left Cars in Ditch
Witnesses Say Truck Accident in Yaroslavl Left Cars in DitchIn Yaroslavl, a traffic jam formed after an accident involving trucks near a railway crossing.
St. Petersburg man charged in 27-year-old Murmansk murderSt. Petersburg man charged in 27-year-old Murmansk murder
St. Petersburg man charged in 27-year-old Murmansk murderA 55-year-old man from St. Petersburg is set to stand trial in Murmansk for a murder he allegedly committed out of jealousy 27 years ago.
Yaroslavl's Major Repair Contribution Rises 38% from 2026Yaroslavl's Major Repair Contribution Rises 38% from 2026
Yaroslavl's Major Repair Contribution Rises 38% from 2026The Ministry of Construction of the Yaroslavl Region explained that the increase is due to rising material costs and the need to finance planned works.
Woman Injured in Voronezh Apartment Fire, HospitalizedWoman Injured in Voronezh Apartment Fire, Hospitalized
Woman Injured in Voronezh Apartment Fire, HospitalizedThe fire broke out in a two-room apartment.