‘Such people also ride taxis’ Yekaterinburg premium driverYekaterinburg taxi driver Alisher Abitzhonov transports businessmen and officials and runs a blog where he posts videos and talks about the intricacies of premium-rate work. It took him just a few months to gain 30,000 subscribers from scratch.
Fine increased 10 times for bribe-taking EMERCOM officialA court in Zabaykalsky Krai increased the fine for a bribe-taking deputy head of EMERCOM communications from 300,000 rubles to 3 million rubles (approximately $3,300 and $33,300 at current rates) after the prosecutor's office appealed the lenient sentence.
Irkutsk-Bodaibo flight aborted due to technical issueInvestigators in Irkutsk are probing an aviation incident on 4 February after a plane heading to Bodaibo (Irkutsk Oblast) experienced technical issues while taxiing onto the runway, prompting a return to the airport.
Drone Attack Warning Issued in VoronezhUkrainian drone attack warnings were issued in Voronezh Region on Thursday morning, with sirens activated in the Rossochansky district, as governor urged residents to take cover.
Gynecologist explains danger of childbirth after 25Chief obstetrician-gynecologist of the Ural Federal District Nadezhda Bashmakova warns that giving birth after 25 carries risks due to accumulated health problems and contraceptive use.
Dolgorukov Princes' Siberian ExileAfter the death of Peter II, the Dolgorukov princes were exiled to Berezovo, where they faced palace intrigues, a forged will, and a tragic end.
'Total Failure': Altai Krai Land Market StallsThe land market in Altai Krai is experiencing a significant slowdown, with experts forecasting changes in 2026 due to new regulations and economic factors.
Roof collapses at school in Novosibirsk regionClasses were canceled on February 5 after the roof of a school in Repyevo, Novosibirsk region, collapsed under snow weight, with no injuries reported.
St. Petersburg Braces for Severe FrostSt. Petersburg's weather is currently stable, but meteorologists warn of a significant cold snap in the coming days, with temperatures dropping to -23°C.
Gold Mining Near Sikhote-Alin Needs Government HelpA gold mining project near the Sikhote-Alin Nature Reserve in Primorsky Krai plans to begin production by Q2 2030, but needs government help to adjust reserve boundaries and secure approvals.
Case Opened Over Snowy Roads in European BankIn Novosibirsk, the municipality previously received help from management company Brusnika to clear roads in the European Bank microdistrict, but the company now lacks resources. Residents complain about deep ruts and snowdrifts.
After Putin Tasted Pies, Bakery Faces Tax SpikeA month after Putin tasted his pies on live TV, the owner of a small Moscow-region bakery is battling a 50-fold tax increase that threatens to shut him down.
Debris Falls in Bataysk, Building DamagedOn the outskirts of Bataysk on the night of February 5, debris fell, damaging a warehouse building and parked vehicles. Fortunately, there were no casualties.
FAS Investigates Bread Price Hikes in YakutiaRussia's Federal Antimonopoly Service (FAS) has launched an investigation into bread and bakery product price increases in Yakutia, targeting both producers and sellers.
Venetian Holidays: Twice in the CanalAn unexpected fall into a Venetian canal turned into a wave of care and support from locals, showing Italy's true hospitality.
Outer Banks Director Grabs Assistant on VideoVideo has captured a conflict between Outer Banks director Jonas Pate and an assistant on set. The footage reveals the incident was less aggressive than initially reported.
Voronezh Region's Missing Persons Hotspots NamedPolice in Voronezh Region registered 3,638 missing person reports last year, with 361 people still unaccounted for, the regional prosecutor's office said on February 3.
