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Weekend getaway: How to dive into an icy kingdom without leaving YakutskWeekend getaway: How to dive into an icy kingdom without leaving Yakutsk
Weekend getaway: How to dive into an icy kingdom without leaving YakutskHow a food storage warehouse became the most popular tourist spot in Yakutsk.
Vladivostok Mayor's Office Sets Date to Dismantle New Year's TownVladivostok Mayor's Office Sets Date to Dismantle New Year's Town
Vladivostok Mayor's Office Sets Date to Dismantle New Year's TownVladivostok authorities will begin dismantling the New Year's town on Revolution Fighters Square on February 2. The skating rink will also be removed.
Mostotrest Reports Progress on Rubеzhnoy Overpass RepairMostotrest Reports Progress on Rubеzhnoy Overpass Repair
Mostotrest Reports Progress on Rubеzhnoy Overpass RepairIn the Kurortny District of St. Petersburg, major repairs are ongoing at the Rubеzhnoy overpass. Workers have prepared piles and started constructing supports.
Izhevsk Schools Shift to Remote Learning Amid SnowfallIzhevsk Schools Shift to Remote Learning Amid Snowfall
Izhevsk Schools Shift to Remote Learning Amid SnowfallIn Izhevsk, schools will adopt distance learning on January 30 due to adverse weather, with decisions left to school directors.
A blow to marketplaces? How VAT on Chinese goods will change online tradeA blow to marketplaces? How VAT on Chinese goods will change online trade
A blow to marketplaces? How VAT on Chinese goods will change online tradeAuthorities want to make them inaccessible and expensive. The Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Industry and Trade are discussing imposing VAT on all goods Russians buy via cross-border trade on marketplaces.
Primorye weekend forecast: snow, ice, and gusty windsPrimorye weekend forecast: snow, ice, and gusty winds
Primorye weekend forecast: snow, ice, and gusty windsAn upper-level cyclone has swept over Primorye, leading to a weather shift with snow, ice, and gusty winds forecast for Friday and the weekend.
Exhibition on Blockade Crematorium Opens in Victory ParkExhibition on Blockade Crematorium Opens in Victory Park
Exhibition on Blockade Crematorium Opens in Victory ParkThe exhibition 'Leningrad. 1942' has opened in the chess pavilion of Moscow Victory Park, dedicated to the work of a crematorium at a brick factory during the blockade and the post-war creation of the park.
Teenager detained in St. Petersburg car arson case
Teenager detained in St. Petersburg car arson caseIn the Primorsky District of St. Petersburg, a minor was detained on suspicion of setting fire to a car near a police department. This is already the second similar incident recently.
Moscow Resident Sentenced to 2 Years for Attack at Railway StationMoscow Resident Sentenced to 2 Years for Attack at Railway Station
Moscow Resident Sentenced to 2 Years for Attack at Railway StationA Moscow resident has been sentenced to two years in prison for hooliganism and assaulting a transport security officer at Moscow Station in St. Petersburg.
Lyubertsy residents without heating as cold snap hitsLyubertsy residents without heating as cold snap hits
Lyubertsy residents without heating as cold snap hitsResidents of Lyubertsy in the Moscow region are without heating due to a system accident, with repairs ongoing and restoration expected by midnight as temperatures drop below zero.
Ferris Wheel from Divny Ostrov Listed for Sale on AvitoFerris Wheel from Divny Ostrov Listed for Sale on Avito
Ferris Wheel from Divny Ostrov Listed for Sale on AvitoA 2013 Italian-made attraction is listed for 60 million rubles (approximately $667,000 at current rates). The ad was posted by a company linked to the park's owner.
New power line for Yaroslavl area after freezing blackoutNew power line for Yaroslavl area after freezing blackout
New power line for Yaroslavl area after freezing blackoutResidents of Shchedrino near Yaroslavl were left without heating during a power outage in sub-zero temperatures, prompting plans for a new cable line.
St. Petersburg's main Christmas tree removed from Palace SquareSt. Petersburg's main Christmas tree removed from Palace Square
St. Petersburg's main Christmas tree removed from Palace SquareOn Palace Square in St. Petersburg, the dismantling of the 30-meter New Year's tree has been completed. The tree was sawed up, and its parts will be used to make souvenirs and sawdust.
Arkhangelsk Oblast hit by severe frosts, temperatures below -30°CArkhangelsk Oblast hit by severe frosts, temperatures below -30°C
Arkhangelsk Oblast hit by severe frosts, temperatures below -30°CArkhangelsk Oblast in northern Russia faces another frigid day on Friday, January 30, with temperatures expected to remain bitterly cold both day and night.
Volgograd Highway to Saratov Closed Due to FogVolgograd Highway to Saratov Closed Due to Fog
Volgograd Highway to Saratov Closed Due to FogTraffic restrictions for trucks and buses have been imposed on the federal highway R-228 across three districts of Volgograd Region due to low visibility.
New cable line to be built in Yaroslavl District by OctoberNew cable line to be built in Yaroslavl District by October
New cable line to be built in Yaroslavl District by OctoberResidents of Shchedrino were left without heat or electricity during severe frosts. To address the recurring problem, a new power line will be constructed by October 1.
St. Petersburg Replaces Rzhevka Heat Networks, Length in CorgisSt. Petersburg Replaces Rzhevka Heat Networks, Length in Corgis
St. Petersburg Replaces Rzhevka Heat Networks, Length in CorgisIn St. Petersburg, reconstruction of heat networks has begun in the Rzhevka-Porokhovye quarter. The new pipeline system will increase the reliability of heat supply for thousands of residents.
How Rostov's Museums Work: Opening Hours and Phone NumbersHow Rostov's Museums Work: Opening Hours and Phone Numbers
How Rostov's Museums Work: Opening Hours and Phone NumbersWe have collected the current phone numbers and schedules for Rostov's museums for those interested in art, culture, and history. Admission fees should be checked by phone.
Stavropol weekend guide: The Master and Margarita, snail tasting, Stalingrad lectureStavropol weekend guide: The Master and Margarita, snail tasting, Stalingrad lecture
Stavropol weekend guide: The Master and Margarita, snail tasting, Stalingrad lectureThe first month of 2026 is coming to an end, but guests and residents of the regional capital can spend it actively and in good spirits. The city has prepared various events, lectures, meetings, and performances, and the editorial office of 26.RU has compiled a weekend guide.
Fog closes highway to Saratov in Volgograd regionFog closes highway to Saratov in Volgograd region
Fog closes highway to Saratov in Volgograd regionRestrictions have been imposed on a federal highway in the Volgograd region due to fog, affecting freight and passenger vehicles. The measure covers the entire region and was announced by the Ministry of Emergency Situations.
Pipe burst on Liteyny Prospect kills pet, injures manPipe burst on Liteyny Prospect kills pet, injures man
Pipe burst on Liteyny Prospect kills pet, injures manIn central St. Petersburg, a heating pipe burst, killing a pet and hospitalizing the owner with burns. The victim claims that emergency services were called in advance, but the necessary repairs were not made.
Rostov Museums: Opening Hours and Phone NumbersRostov Museums: Opening Hours and Phone Numbers
Rostov Museums: Opening Hours and Phone NumbersCurrent information on operating hours, addresses, and contact methods for museums in Rostov-on-Don is provided.
Only Anglican church in Moscow stops services over scandal involving priestOnly Anglican church in Moscow stops services over scandal involving priest
Only Anglican church in Moscow stops services over scandal involving priestSt. Andrew's Anglican Church in Moscow has temporarily halted services after being left without a priest due to a legal dispute and allegations of misconduct.
Yaroslavl Bans Driving Lessons on Busy Moscow AvenueYaroslavl Bans Driving Lessons on Busy Moscow Avenue
Yaroslavl Bans Driving Lessons on Busy Moscow AvenueAuthorities in Yaroslavl have prohibited driving lessons on Moscow Avenue to reduce traffic congestion and improve safety, effective January 26, 2026.
St. Petersburg Authorities Discuss Phone Checks in Metro
St. Petersburg Authorities Discuss Phone Checks in MetroVice Governor Kirill Polyakov stated that increased security measures in the metro are due to difficult times. He explained why passengers are asked to turn on their smartphone screens.