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Drivers in Krasnodar Warned About Black IceDrivers in Krasnodar Warned About Black Ice
Drivers in Krasnodar Warned About Black IceMotorists in Krasnodar have been advised to use winter tires as black ice is expected to form on roads due to sub-zero temperatures, rain, and snow. The local traffic police reported the warning on 3 February.
Ufa School Airgun Attack: Coach on Easy AccessUfa School Airgun Attack: Coach on Easy Access
Ufa School Airgun Attack: Coach on Easy AccessAccording to a source, the ninth-grader who opened fire at the school used an airgun.
Voronezh Pensioner Loses Nearly 12 Million to ScammersVoronezh Pensioner Loses Nearly 12 Million to Scammers
Voronezh Pensioner Loses Nearly 12 Million to ScammersA 70-year-old woman from the Liski district transferred almost 12 million rubles to scammers abroad after selling her homes and car, police said.
Novosibirsk School Spring Break Dates AnnouncedNovosibirsk School Spring Break Dates Announced
Novosibirsk School Spring Break Dates AnnouncedThe Novosibirsk city administration has announced recommended dates for the spring holidays. Individual schools will set the final dates themselves.
Liberzh Kpadonu's last conversation with parents revealedLiberzh Kpadonu's last conversation with parents revealed
Liberzh Kpadonu's last conversation with parents revealedThe young woman, who was widely recognized, passed away alone. Her parents have now revealed details of their final conversation with her.
Million per carriage: Volgograd decides on museum for train at patriotic clubMillion per carriage: Volgograd decides on museum for train at patriotic club
Million per carriage: Volgograd decides on museum for train at patriotic clubDeveloping a museum concept and exhibition design for an electric train set installed at a patriotic club in Volgograd will cost almost 10 million rubles (about $100,000 at current rates). The contract for the project was awarded to a single supplier.
Novosibirsk Man and Omsk Woman Organized a Drug Syndicate in TomskNovosibirsk Man and Omsk Woman Organized a Drug Syndicate in Tomsk
Novosibirsk Man and Omsk Woman Organized a Drug Syndicate in TomskA man from Novosibirsk hid around 150 drug caches in Tomsk under the direction of a woman from Omsk. Both are now facing trial for large-scale drug distribution.
Funeral near Yekaterinburg for women killed in Perm Highway accidentFuneral near Yekaterinburg for women killed in Perm Highway accident
Funeral near Yekaterinburg for women killed in Perm Highway accidentA funeral will be held on Wednesday in Revda near Yekaterinburg for two women who died in a crash on the Perm Highway. Their relatives blame poor road maintenance for the tragedy.
Surgut starts issuing keys to shared-equity holders of scandalous Uyutny complexSurgut starts issuing keys to shared-equity holders of scandalous Uyutny complex
Surgut starts issuing keys to shared-equity holders of scandalous Uyutny complexPeople have been waiting for the completion of construction since 2017.
Alert system to monitor pipeline leaks in ZabaykalskyAlert system to monitor pipeline leaks in Zabaykalsky
Alert system to monitor pipeline leaks in ZabaykalskyResidents of a village in Zabaykalsky spent days without water after the pipeline froze, prompting plans for an alert system.
Heating restored to 68 homes in St. Petersburg's Nevsky DistrictHeating restored to 68 homes in St. Petersburg's Nevsky District
Heating restored to 68 homes in St. Petersburg's Nevsky DistrictAfter emergency repairs to the heating network, heat has started flowing into homes in the Nevsky District. The work was completed on the morning of February 3.
Krasnoslobodsk Goes Third Day Without Water After Pipe BurstKrasnoslobodsk Goes Third Day Without Water After Pipe Burst
Krasnoslobodsk Goes Third Day Without Water After Pipe BurstResidents of Krasnoslobodsk, located across from Volgograd, have been partially without water for three days due to a pipe burst. Repair work has been delayed, and there is no exact timeframe for restoring supply.
Court bans including debts older than three years in utility billsCourt bans including debts older than three years in utility bills
Court bans including debts older than three years in utility billsThe Arbitration Court of St. Petersburg has definitively ruled on whether to include debts for which the recovery period has expired in payment documents.
Mother of accused kidnapper made witness, visitation deniedMother of accused kidnapper made witness, visitation denied
Mother of accused kidnapper made witness, visitation deniedThe mother of an 18-year-old woman accused of kidnapping a businessman's son has been made a witness in the case, leading to an official denial of a visit with her daughter, her lawyer reports.
Authorities to Buy Land from Rostov Resident Due to Vavilov Street ReconstructionAuthorities to Buy Land from Rostov Resident Due to Vavilov Street Reconstruction
Authorities to Buy Land from Rostov Resident Due to Vavilov Street ReconstructionThe Rostov administration will comply with a court decision by buying a plot and buildings from an entrepreneur whose business was halted due to road works.
Saratov Oblast ranks fifth in Russia for rape cases
Saratov Oblast ranks fifth in Russia for rape casesSaratov Oblast has surpassed Moscow and Tatarstan to enter the top five regions by number of reported rapes, based on last year's official statistics.
Krasnoslobodsk water outage near Volgograd for three daysKrasnoslobodsk water outage near Volgograd for three days
Krasnoslobodsk water outage near Volgograd for three daysThe town of Krasnoslobodsk, located across from Volgograd, has been partially without water since last Sunday, but approximate repair times have not been announced.
Heavy snowfall to hit Sochi mountains, up to half of monthly normHeavy snowfall to hit Sochi mountains, up to half of monthly norm
Heavy snowfall to hit Sochi mountains, up to half of monthly normA severe snowstorm has already begun in the area, with meteorologists warning of dangerous conditions and avalanche risks in the highlands.
"Best Transport": Russians Debate Murmansk Skier's City Run"Best Transport": Russians Debate Murmansk Skier's City Run
"Best Transport": Russians Debate Murmansk Skier's City RunSki and triathlon coach Ivan Selivanov from Murmansk has ignited online discussion by recording his cross-country ski ride through the city.
Six cars collide in Arkhangelsk after driver fails to maintain safe distanceSix cars collide in Arkhangelsk after driver fails to maintain safe distance
Six cars collide in Arkhangelsk after driver fails to maintain safe distanceA multi-vehicle accident involving six cars occurred in Arkhangelsk on February 2 when a driver did not keep a safe distance. No injuries were reported.
Court denies murderer's mother custody of victim's childrenCourt denies murderer's mother custody of victim's children
Court denies murderer's mother custody of victim's childrenA court has ruled that two children will remain with the grandmother of Elena Loganova, a woman murdered by her husband, rejecting a custody claim by the killer's own mother.
Student on trial for bribing teachers over exams and diplomaStudent on trial for bribing teachers over exams and diploma
Student on trial for bribing teachers over exams and diplomaA student in Russia's Trans-Urals region is facing trial for bribing college teachers to pass exams and complete a thesis. He could be sentenced to up to 8 years in prison.
Art. Lebedev Studio to create brand identity for KrestyArt. Lebedev Studio to create brand identity for Kresty
Art. Lebedev Studio to create brand identity for KrestyArt. Lebedev's design studio will develop the brand identity for the historical Kresty complex in St. Petersburg. The project is commissioned by developer KVS-Arsenalnaya.
Deputy Minister of Nizhny Novgorod Region Involved in Highway AccidentDeputy Minister of Nizhny Novgorod Region Involved in Highway Accident
Deputy Minister of Nizhny Novgorod Region Involved in Highway AccidentThe official and driver sustained minor injuries after their car was thrown into a snowdrift.