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Yekaterinburg Man Arrested for Desecrating Eternal FlameYekaterinburg Man Arrested for Desecrating Eternal Flame
Yekaterinburg Man Arrested for Desecrating Eternal FlameA 44-year-old Yekaterinburg resident has been arrested and faces up to five years in prison for allegedly desecrating an Eternal Flame memorial.
New Vkusno — i Tochka Restaurant to Open in Novo-LeninoNew Vkusno — i Tochka Restaurant to Open in Novo-Lenino
New Vkusno — i Tochka Restaurant to Open in Novo-LeninoA new Vkusno — i Tochka fast-food restaurant is planned for the Novo-Lenino district of Irkutsk, to be built on Rosa Luxemburg Street.
Famous actor from 'Ural Dumplings' show welcomed in ArkhangelskFamous actor from 'Ural Dumplings' show welcomed in Arkhangelsk
Famous actor from 'Ural Dumplings' show welcomed in ArkhangelskActor Andrei Rozhkov, known for the comedy show 'Ural Dumplings', visited Arkhangelsk and Severodvinsk in northern Russia. We tell why he came to the Pomorye region.
Meet the Tyumen Photographer Who Won Psychic Sheps' HeartMeet the Tyumen Photographer Who Won Psychic Sheps' Heart
Meet the Tyumen Photographer Who Won Psychic Sheps' HeartPolina Eremenko, a photographer from Tyumen, has gained nationwide attention for her relationship with Oleg Sheps, a contestant on the popular TV show 'Battle of Psychics'.
Ice Chunk Kills Pensioner in Southern Moscow; Body UnmovedIce Chunk Kills Pensioner in Southern Moscow; Body Unmoved
Ice Chunk Kills Pensioner in Southern Moscow; Body UnmovedA pensioner was killed by a falling ice chunk on Khovskaya Street in Moscow on Friday, January 30, and her body remains on the ground as emergency services deal with the threat of more icicles.
Tram Hits Pedestrian Near MVD Building in VolgogradTram Hits Pedestrian Near MVD Building in Volgograd
Tram Hits Pedestrian Near MVD Building in VolgogradIn central Volgograd, a tram hit a young woman. Several tram routes were temporarily suspended, and the victim was taken to a hospital.
Director arrested in Nizhnevartovsk over boulevard construction fundsDirector arrested in Nizhnevartovsk over boulevard construction funds
Director arrested in Nizhnevartovsk over boulevard construction fundsThe director of a construction firm in Nizhnevartovsk is accused of embezzling 6.5 million rubles ($71,000 at current rates) allocated for the extension of Komsomolsky Boulevard.
Avtodor Advises Postponing Long Trips Due to Heavy Snow on M-12Avtodor Advises Postponing Long Trips Due to Heavy Snow on M-12
Avtodor Advises Postponing Long Trips Due to Heavy Snow on M-12A powerful snow cyclone will affect several central Russian regions this weekend, prompting road safety warnings.
Five Injured in Crash on M-5 Highway in Samara OblastFive Injured in Crash on M-5 Highway in Samara Oblast
Five Injured in Crash on M-5 Highway in Samara OblastFive people were injured in a traffic accident on the M-5 'Ural' highway in Sergiyevsky District, Samara Oblast, on Friday, January 30. The collision involved two vehicles, and all victims were taken to medical facilities.
Irkutsk route 4k minibus fare to hit 50 rublesIrkutsk route 4k minibus fare to hit 50 rubles
Irkutsk route 4k minibus fare to hit 50 rublesThe fare on a private minibus route in Irkutsk will rise to 50 rubles starting February 15, city officials announced.
Kazan to Announce 'Buran' Plan. What Does It Mean?Kazan to Announce 'Buran' Plan. What Does It Mean?
Kazan to Announce 'Buran' Plan. What Does It Mean?The emergency regime, introduced because of heavy snow, is expected to remain in force for three days.
Man in Kurgan Region to Face Trial for WWII Veteran MurderMan in Kurgan Region to Face Trial for WWII Veteran Murder
Man in Kurgan Region to Face Trial for WWII Veteran MurderA 39-year-old man from Shadrinsk faces trial for the 2009 murder and robbery of a Great Patriotic War veteran, a cold case solved after 17 years.
Former Krasnoyarsk Krai deputy Alexander Gliskov held in remand prisonFormer Krasnoyarsk Krai deputy Alexander Gliskov held in remand prison
Former Krasnoyarsk Krai deputy Alexander Gliskov held in remand prisonAt the next hearing, former governor Viktor Tolokonsky is set to be summoned.
Omsk's New Transport System Costs 12 Million RublesOmsk's New Transport System Costs 12 Million Rubles
Omsk's New Transport System Costs 12 Million RublesSergei Shelest announced that Omsk plans to launch a new automated public transport management system this year, with a cost of nearly 12 million rubles (approximately $133,000 at current rates).
Tram hits pedestrian in Volgograd outside regional police HQTram hits pedestrian in Volgograd outside regional police HQ
Tram hits pedestrian in Volgograd outside regional police HQA tram hit a woman in central Volgograd, temporarily halting service. The victim's condition is unknown.
Police uncover three more suspects in Novosibirsk insurance fraud ringPolice uncover three more suspects in Novosibirsk insurance fraud ring
Police uncover three more suspects in Novosibirsk insurance fraud ringPolice in Novosibirsk have identified three additional suspects in an insurance fraud scheme involving fictitious traffic accidents. Searches are being conducted at a vehicle inspection company's office.
Emergency warning issued for rain, snow, and ice in Krasnodar KraiEmergency warning issued for rain, snow, and ice in Krasnodar Krai
Emergency warning issued for rain, snow, and ice in Krasnodar KraiTemperatures are set to plummet in the coming days across southern Russia's Krasnodar Krai, with authorities issuing a severe weather alert.
Voronezh Braces for Heavy Snow and Severe FrostVoronezh Braces for Heavy Snow and Severe Frost
Voronezh Braces for Heavy Snow and Severe FrostWinter anomalies continue to batter the region.
Yekaterinburg neighbor leaves residents without gas for weeksYekaterinburg neighbor leaves residents without gas for weeks
Yekaterinburg neighbor leaves residents without gas for weeksA resident of an apartment building refuses to let gas service employees into her apartment, leaving all neighbors without gas supply for two weeks.
Orenburg Signs Shinnik's Midfielder Ruslan Kul, Childhood Idol ArshavinOrenburg Signs Shinnik's Midfielder Ruslan Kul, Childhood Idol Arshavin
Orenburg Signs Shinnik's Midfielder Ruslan Kul, Childhood Idol ArshavinFC Orenburg has officially announced the signing of midfielder Ruslan Kul from FC Shinnik. He has not yet played at the Russian Premier League level.
Norovirus Outbreak Among Schoolchildren Linked to Unwashed HandsNorovirus Outbreak Among Schoolchildren Linked to Unwashed Hands
Norovirus Outbreak Among Schoolchildren Linked to Unwashed HandsAuthorities in the Tyumen region have explained the cause of a mass illness among children in the village of Onokhino.
Over 300 Kronstadt Homes Lose Heating and Hot Water
Over 300 Kronstadt Homes Lose Heating and Hot WaterDue to an accident at the Citadel boiler house in Kronstadt, heating and hot water supply have been cut off in over 300 residential buildings. Heat supply is planned to be restored by 4:00 PM on January 30.
Beglov Appoints New Leaders in St. Petersburg Administration
Beglov Appoints New Leaders in St. Petersburg AdministrationGovernor of St. Petersburg Alexander Beglov has approved personnel appointments in the city administration. New leaders will head the committees on youth policy and transport, as well as the administration of the Central District.
Yekaterinburg Woman Blocks Gas Inspection, Leaving Neighbors Without SupplyYekaterinburg Woman Blocks Gas Inspection, Leaving Neighbors Without Supply
Yekaterinburg Woman Blocks Gas Inspection, Leaving Neighbors Without SupplyA woman in Yekaterinburg has refused to let gas service workers into her apartment, causing a two-week gas outage for the entire building.
Authorities Link Tyumen School Outbreak to Unwashed HandsAuthorities Link Tyumen School Outbreak to Unwashed Hands
Authorities Link Tyumen School Outbreak to Unwashed HandsThe cause of a recent gastrointestinal infection outbreak at a school near Tyumen has been identified as norovirus, with officials citing poor hand hygiene as the primary transmission route.