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Volgograd fraud case over college and clinic construction sent to courtVolgograd fraud case over college and clinic construction sent to court
Volgograd fraud case over college and clinic construction sent to courtA criminal case against the director of a construction company has been sent to court in Volgograd. He is accused of large-scale fraud in state contracts for renovating a medical college and building rural health posts.
Voronezh teacher imprisoned for killing tyrannical husbandVoronezh teacher imprisoned for killing tyrannical husband
Voronezh teacher imprisoned for killing tyrannical husbandNatalia Fomina* and her defense insisted it was necessary self-defense, but two courts disagreed and sent the woman to a penal colony.
Unbearable Smell: Why Yaroslavl Residents Have Stinky Water from TapsUnbearable Smell: Why Yaroslavl Residents Have Stinky Water from Taps
Unbearable Smell: Why Yaroslavl Residents Have Stinky Water from TapsResidents of Yaroslavl have been reporting unbearable odors from their hot water taps since late January, prompting explanations from utility companies and advice from local authorities.
Snowfalls cause 25% rise in Moscow taxi ride timesSnowfalls cause 25% rise in Moscow taxi ride times
Snowfalls cause 25% rise in Moscow taxi ride timesHeavy snowfall in Moscow has increased taxi ride durations by an average of 25%, with some areas seeing delays of up to 1.5–2 times longer.
Changes to Ambulance Calls in YekaterinburgChanges to Ambulance Calls in Yekaterinburg
Changes to Ambulance Calls in YekaterinburgSverdlovsk Oblast is introducing a unified dispatch service for ambulance calls. Direct calls to hospitals will no longer be permitted.
Temernik Closed as Counterfeit Distribution ChannelTemernik Closed as Counterfeit Distribution Channel
Temernik Closed as Counterfeit Distribution ChannelThe governor called the market a health threat, but police see no grounds for criminal prosecution.
Mother Drowned Son After Voices, Planned Daughter's DeathMother Drowned Son After Voices, Planned Daughter's Death
Mother Drowned Son After Voices, Planned Daughter's DeathA mother who drowned her five-year-old son in a bath wanted to kill her older daughter as well, according to the boy's godmother.
Yekaterinburg to Overhaul Ambulance Dispatch SystemYekaterinburg to Overhaul Ambulance Dispatch System
Yekaterinburg to Overhaul Ambulance Dispatch SystemSverdlovsk Region is changing how ambulance calls are handled, with a new centralized dispatch service replacing direct hospital calls to enhance efficiency.
Mother and son detained for stealing from marketplace in Murmansk regionMother and son detained for stealing from marketplace in Murmansk region
Mother and son detained for stealing from marketplace in Murmansk regionPolice in the town of Nikel have uncovered a scheme to steal goods from a marketplace, involving a 36-year-old woman and her 18-year-old son.
Samara Region boosts military contract sign-up bonusSamara Region boosts military contract sign-up bonus
Samara Region boosts military contract sign-up bonusGovernor Vyacheslav Fedorishchev has increased the regional payment for military contract sign-ups, with total compensation reaching up to 2.6 million rubles (approximately $28,900).
Ryazan paralyzed by maximum 10-point traffic jamsRyazan paralyzed by maximum 10-point traffic jams
Ryazan paralyzed by maximum 10-point traffic jamsSevere traffic congestion formed in Ryazan on the evening of Thursday, January 29, as snowfall that started in the morning continued.
Fluffy Milk Omelet Baked in the OvenFluffy Milk Omelet Baked in the Oven
Fluffy Milk Omelet Baked in the OvenLearn how to make a delicious breakfast with this simple oven-baked fluffy omelet recipe shared by a resident of Barnaul.
Mortgage programs drive five waves of demand in St. Petersburg new-build marketMortgage programs drive five waves of demand in St. Petersburg new-build market
Mortgage programs drive five waves of demand in St. Petersburg new-build marketAnalysis of 2023-2025 data reveals St. Petersburg's primary housing market experienced five distinct demand waves, becoming heavily reliant on mortgage programs. The share of mortgage-backed deals fell from 85% to 46%, while prices rose by 41%.
Governor Slyusar Calls Temernik Market South's Largest Counterfeit HubGovernor Slyusar Calls Temernik Market South's Largest Counterfeit Hub
Governor Slyusar Calls Temernik Market South's Largest Counterfeit HubGovernor Yuri Slyusar stated that the closed Temernik market in Rostov was the largest channel for counterfeit light industry goods in southern Russia. However, police currently have no concerns about it.
Man's body found on building canopy in TyumenMan's body found on building canopy in Tyumen
Man's body found on building canopy in TyumenOn the evening of January 29, a man's body was discovered on the canopy of a residential building on Malygina Street in Tyumen. Police and an ambulance were at the scene.
Robbery at Volgograd Kiosk Caught on VideoRobbery at Volgograd Kiosk Caught on Video
Robbery at Volgograd Kiosk Caught on VideoTwo men broke a display window and stole goods from a kiosk in Volgograd's Krasnoarmeysky district overnight. The kiosk owner chose not to report the incident to the police.
Water Floods Lower Floor and Parking in Novosibirsk ComplexWater Floods Lower Floor and Parking in Novosibirsk Complex
Water Floods Lower Floor and Parking in Novosibirsk ComplexA flood inundated the ground floor and part of a parking garage at the Rastvetay residential complex in Novosibirsk, with specialists quickly identifying and containing the cause.
Yugra cities to be buried in snow on January 30Yugra cities to be buried in snow on January 30
Yugra cities to be buried in snow on January 30The Khanty-Mansiysk weather center warns of adverse conditions with heavy snowfall in southern districts. Residents are also alerted to frost and icy roads.
Krasnodar Doctor's African Aid Mission: Sleeping Under Spider NetsKrasnodar Doctor's African Aid Mission: Sleeping Under Spider Nets
Krasnodar Doctor's African Aid Mission: Sleeping Under Spider NetsAnastasia Kalita, a neonatologist from Krasnodar, participated in a humanitarian medical mission to Sierra Leone in late 2025, helping over 700 patients while facing challenges like large spiders.
Minnikhanov: Kazan Lacks Free Wi-Fi Amid Ongoing Internet LimitsMinnikhanov: Kazan Lacks Free Wi-Fi Amid Ongoing Internet Limits
Minnikhanov: Kazan Lacks Free Wi-Fi Amid Ongoing Internet LimitsThe head of Tatarstan highlighted the shortage of free public Wi-Fi in Kazan, especially at transport stops, markets, and clinics, due to recurring internet restrictions imposed for safety.
Body Discovered Near High-Rise in Central TyumenBody Discovered Near High-Rise in Central Tyumen
Body Discovered Near High-Rise in Central TyumenA man's body was found on the canopy of a residential building in central Tyumen on Thursday evening, with police and ambulances at the scene.
Dmitry Nagiev Purchases Luxury Dubai Apartment, Earns 'Chief Tattletale' ReputationDmitry Nagiev Purchases Luxury Dubai Apartment, Earns 'Chief Tattletale' Reputation
Dmitry Nagiev Purchases Luxury Dubai Apartment, Earns 'Chief Tattletale' ReputationRussian actor Dmitry Nagiev has acquired a luxury residence in Dubai for over 300 million rubles (approximately $3.3 million at current rates), and has become known for frequently complaining to hotel staff about noise.
First Gastronomic Cluster Planned for VsevolozhskFirst Gastronomic Cluster Planned for Vsevolozhsk
First Gastronomic Cluster Planned for VsevolozhskThe A101 Group of Companies will create the first gastronomic space in Vsevolozhsk, consisting of 18 venues in two thematic zones.
Courier rides across frozen Fontanka under Anichkov BridgeCourier rides across frozen Fontanka under Anichkov Bridge
Courier rides across frozen Fontanka under Anichkov BridgeA delivery courier took a shortcut on the frozen Fontanka River under Anichkov Bridge, risking a plunge through the thin ice.
Snowstorm Buries Nizhny Novgorod for Third DaySnowstorm Buries Nizhny Novgorod for Third Day
Snowstorm Buries Nizhny Novgorod for Third DayA powerful snowstorm has not ceased in Nizhny Novgorod for three days now, creating Siberian-like landscapes on the city streets.