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Frosts down to -30 and strong wind forecast for Murmansk Oblast on MondayFrosts down to -30 and strong wind forecast for Murmansk Oblast on Monday
Frosts down to -30 and strong wind forecast for Murmansk Oblast on MondayMeteorologists warn of a cold night with temperatures plunging to -30 degrees Celsius (-22°F) in parts of the region on February 2.
Gorky developer relocates 39 families from dilapidated housingGorky developer relocates 39 families from dilapidated housing
Gorky developer relocates 39 families from dilapidated housingThe developer behind the Gorky residential complex is helping 39 families move from unsafe homes. In their place, a modern complex with a 1.63-hectare park yard will be built.
Russia Bets on Indian and Central Asian Migrant LaborRussia Bets on Indian and Central Asian Migrant Labor
Russia Bets on Indian and Central Asian Migrant LaborIn 2025, Russia issued record work permits to Indians and Bangladeshis, with government plans to further increase quotas for foreign workers from Asia and Africa.
Winter Viruses in Tolyatti: How They Differ and How to Treat ThemWinter Viruses in Tolyatti: How They Differ and How to Treat Them
Winter Viruses in Tolyatti: How They Differ and How to Treat ThemAn infectious disease specialist explains which respiratory viruses are circulating in Tolyatti and the Samara region this winter, how they differ, and how to treat them. The article also covers superinfections and the threat of a supervirus.
Man Robs Flower Kiosk with Air Pistol, Steals Flowers and BearMan Robs Flower Kiosk with Air Pistol, Steals Flowers and Bear
Man Robs Flower Kiosk with Air Pistol, Steals Flowers and BearPolice in Yekaterinburg detained a 47-year-old man who threatened a vendor with a pneumatic pistol and stole two bouquets of flowers and a plush teddy bear.
Meteorologists warn Irkutsk of another deep freeze this weekMeteorologists warn Irkutsk of another deep freeze this week
Meteorologists warn Irkutsk of another deep freeze this weekWhile Irkutsk braces for another cold snap, the northern Angara region is forecast to experience even lower temperatures.
Drone shot down over Stavropol Krai overnight on February 2Drone shot down over Stavropol Krai overnight on February 2
Drone shot down over Stavropol Krai overnight on February 2Air defense forces intercepted 23 drones over southern Russia, with one shot down over Stavropol Krai overnight on February 2.
Out of the blue: -26°C (-15°F) cold to grip Tolyatti and Samara OblastOut of the blue: -26°C (-15°F) cold to grip Tolyatti and Samara Oblast
Out of the blue: -26°C (-15°F) cold to grip Tolyatti and Samara OblastThe sudden temperature drop is just one part of the challenging weather expected in the first half of the week, with forecasters warning of icy conditions and snow drifts.
Boguchanskaya HPP ranks fifth in 2025 among Russian hydroelectric plantsBoguchanskaya HPP ranks fifth in 2025 among Russian hydroelectric plants
Boguchanskaya HPP ranks fifth in 2025 among Russian hydroelectric plantsIn 2025, the Boguchanskaya Hydroelectric Power Plant generated over 17.24 billion kWh of electricity, securing the fifth-highest output among Russia's HPPs.
Two Women Die Helping to Pull Car from DitchTwo Women Die Helping to Pull Car from Ditch
Two Women Die Helping to Pull Car from DitchA 53-year-old woman and her 73-year-old mother were killed on the Perm tract on January 31 when they were hit by a car while trying to push their vehicle out of a ditch.
Scandalous Yekaterinburg Resident Robs Flower Shop with PistolScandalous Yekaterinburg Resident Robs Flower Shop with Pistol
Scandalous Yekaterinburg Resident Robs Flower Shop with PistolA man in Yekaterinburg used a pneumatic pistol to rob a flower shop, making off with two bouquets and a plush teddy bear.
Pensioner Hears Scammers' Talk but Still Loses Million in ZabaykalskyPensioner Hears Scammers' Talk but Still Loses Million in Zabaykalsky
Pensioner Hears Scammers' Talk but Still Loses Million in ZabaykalskyA married couple from Chita also fell victim to a similar scam.
Car kills two women on Permsky Trakt in front of husbandCar kills two women on Permsky Trakt in front of husband
Car kills two women on Permsky Trakt in front of husbandTwo women were killed after exiting their car to help push it out of a ditch on Permsky Trakt.
Exhibition of Lev Tyurin's Works Rescued from Waste PaperExhibition of Lev Tyurin's Works Rescued from Waste Paper
Exhibition of Lev Tyurin's Works Rescued from Waste PaperIn Volgograd, 200 works by artist Lev Tyurin that miraculously avoided destruction will be presented. The exhibition opens in February on the 83rd anniversary of the victory in the Battle of Stalingrad.
7-year-old girl dies in swing accident in Malinovka7-year-old girl dies in swing accident in Malinovka
7-year-old girl dies in swing accident in MalinovkaA seven-year-old girl has died after falling from a swing in the village of Malinovka in the Arkadak District, regional investigators reported.
Will Kurgan get new traffic lights? Traffic police respondWill Kurgan get new traffic lights? Traffic police respond
Will Kurgan get new traffic lights? Traffic police respondThe head of Kurgan's traffic police, Yuri Filipchuk, discussed the current number of traffic lights and potential new installations, highlighting their role in reducing pedestrian fatalities.
Schools and Kindergartens Closed in Pinezhsky District Amid Power OutageSchools and Kindergartens Closed in Pinezhsky District Amid Power Outage
Schools and Kindergartens Closed in Pinezhsky District Amid Power OutageEducational institutions in the Pinezhsky district of the Arkhangelsk region remained shut on February 2 due to a major power grid failure in the neighboring Kholmogorsky district.
Rule change knocks out a strong player on 'Survive in Istanbul'Rule change knocks out a strong player on 'Survive in Istanbul'
Rule change knocks out a strong player on 'Survive in Istanbul'Passions flared in the fourth episode of the reality show 'Survive in Istanbul' (16+). As organizers abruptly changed the voting rules, the players were stunned, and the show's strongest participant left unexpectedly.
Survive in Istanbul Rule Change Ousts Top ParticipantSurvive in Istanbul Rule Change Ousts Top Participant
Survive in Istanbul Rule Change Ousts Top ParticipantA sudden alteration to the voting process in the fourth episode of the reality show Survive in Istanbul results in the departure of one of the competition's strongest players.
Barnaul Resident Shares Tender Fish Cutlets RecipeBarnaul Resident Shares Tender Fish Cutlets Recipe
Barnaul Resident Shares Tender Fish Cutlets RecipeTaisiya Kozhevnikova, a resident of Barnaul, shares her recipe for tender fish cutlets, ideal for the winter fishing season when quick and economical meal preparation is needed.
Game rule change on Survive in Istanbul ousts strong playerGame rule change on Survive in Istanbul ousts strong player
Game rule change on Survive in Istanbul ousts strong playerA sudden change in the voting rules on the reality show Survive in Istanbul left players stunned and led to the elimination of one of the strongest contestants in the fourth episode.
Sharp Cooling and Fog. Forecaster Gives Outlook for First Week of February in YakutiaSharp Cooling and Fog. Forecaster Gives Outlook for First Week of February in Yakutia
Sharp Cooling and Fog. Forecaster Gives Outlook for First Week of February in YakutiaThe abnormally warm weather has ended in the central regions of the Sakha Republic, including Yakutsk. A meteorologist forecasts near-normal but very cold temperatures with freezing fog for the coming week.
Phlebologists Detail Varicose Vein Treatment for 2026Phlebologists Detail Varicose Vein Treatment for 2026
Phlebologists Detail Varicose Vein Treatment for 2026A clinic in Chita uses advanced laser technology to treat varicose veins in just 40 minutes without hospitalization, according to phlebologists.