New OMS Services for St. Petersburg Residents from 2026From 2026, St. Petersburg residents will be able to receive several new types of assistance under the compulsory health insurance policy. The expansion of the program was announced by Dmitry Lisovets, head of the Territorial Fund of OMS.
Residents of Myshkin Get Their Own PSB OfficePSB has opened a new office in the town of Myshkin, Yaroslavl region, where residents can now get banking consultations and choose equipment in a single location.
Samara Region's Oldest Mother Is 51, Father 74Data from Samara Region indicates that first-time mothers average 25-29 years old, while fathers are 30-34, with the oldest recorded mother at 51 and father at 74.
Charity Pierce, woman who weighed 353 kg, diesCharity Pierce, who once weighed 353 kilograms (778 pounds) and appeared on a weight loss reality show, has died after a long battle with obesity and health issues.
Famous pianist arrives in Novosibirsk for master classesHonored Artist of Russia Sergei Osipenko selected seven talented students from various Siberian cities for the first session of the festival's 'School of Masters' program.
Charity Pierce, Once 353 kg, Dies After Weight LossCharity Pierce, who once weighed 353 kg (778 lbs) and appeared on a weight-loss show, has died after battling cancer and achieving significant weight loss. Her daughter announced her death in late January, saying she had finally found peace.
Yekaterinburg Men Missing After Pyramid Photos Found in EgyptTwo Russian tourists from Yekaterinburg have been located in Egyptian police custody after disappearing following a trip to Cairo where they posted photos of the pyramids, the embassy confirmed.
Wealthy Clients Prioritize Health and Domestic Travel in WinterA study by Bank Saint Petersburg revealed changes in the spending patterns of premium card holders during the New Year holidays. Home goods and medicine entered the top five, with most expenses going to domestic tourism.
Dead Dog Left on Chita Street for Second WeekA local resident has complained that a dog's corpse near a pedestrian crossing in Chita has not been removed by city services for two weeks.
Factory employee houses to be built in Yaroslavl RegionConstruction of 12 residential houses for workers of the Krasny Mayak agricultural enterprise will begin in 2026 in the Ishnya work settlement of Rostovsky District. The project is part of the state program 'Comprehensive Development of Rural Territories'.
Medical Tourists Go to St. Petersburg for TreatmentFunding from the federal compulsory health insurance fund for treating non-resident patients in St. Petersburg reached 12.2 billion rubles (approximately $128 million at current rates) by the end of 2025, which is 15% above planned indicators. These data were cited by the head of the city's Territorial Fund of Compulsory Medical Insurance (TFOMS), Dmitry Lisovets.
Krizo Plant Threatened with Bankruptcy by RBSThe company RBS, which specializes in ship repair, intends to file for bankruptcy of JSC Krizo Plant with an arbitration court due to non-fulfillment of financial obligations.
