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Trailer for Big Land Film Shot at Bruce Lighthouse ReleasedThe film stars an actor from the series 'Slovo Patsana', and the trailer is out ahead of the March 5 premiere.

Mar 9, 2026

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Tyumen Government Changes: Resignations and Returns in Past YearThe past year saw significant personnel changes in the Tyumen regional government, with key departures and new appointments shaping the leadership.

Mar 9, 2026

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Yekaterinburg Hosts KHL All-Star Game: Rosters and TicketsThe KHL All-Star Game will take place in Yekaterinburg in February, featuring three players from Traktor and four from Metallurg, with tickets starting at 2,150 rubles.

Mar 9, 2026

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Understanding Toxoplasmosis: Spread and Dangers in PregnancyToxoplasmosis, a parasitic disease, can cause severe birth defects if contracted during pregnancy, with infection primarily from undercooked meat and contaminated produce rather than cats.

Mar 9, 2026

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Properties in Zabaykalsky Krai you can buy for smartphone pricesCan you buy real estate in Zabaykalsky Krai for the price of a new iPhone? We explore listings starting from 60,000 rubles (about $600 at current rates).

Mar 9, 2026

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Barnaul Tourist Shares Beijing Impressions and Travel TipsPolina Svechkar from Barnaul embarked on a three-week journey across China, starting in Beijing, and shares her experiences with the country's contrasts, cuisine, and culture.

Mar 9, 2026

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Colonels from 155th Marine Brigade Awarded Hero of Russia PosthumouslyCommanders Sergey Ilyin and Leonid Bashkardin of the Pacific Fleet's 155th Guards Marine Brigade have been posthumously named Heroes of Russia for their service in the special military operation, following prior recognition in Primorye.

Mar 9, 2026

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Avito Reports Order Pick-Up Points Sales Double in ChitaAnalysts from Avito Business 360 have released preliminary 2025 data, showing demand surges for beauty and health franchises and growth in IT and agriculture ready-made businesses in Chita.

Mar 9, 2026

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Yekaterinburg to change several city routes and cancel some tripsNew municipal contracts for city transport in Yekaterinburg take effect on February 1, bringing route changes and the elimination of some services as part of network optimization.

Mar 9, 2026

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Alrosa's Diamond Production Falls in 2025Alrosa, Russia's leading diamond miner, produced 29.7 million carats in 2025, a planned decrease from 33 million in 2024.

Mar 9, 2026

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Agent 001 and Porsche Cayenne among witty parking offenders in NovosibirskMotorists in Novosibirsk are occupying sidewalks and obstructing pathways, showing little concern for pedestrians.

Mar 9, 2026

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Hands Up!, SHAMAN, and Drobotenko: Barnaul's February event guideA guide to the must-see concerts and performances in Barnaul during February 2026, featuring artists from pop to comedy.

Mar 9, 2026

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First week of February weather in Novosibirsk: -23°C to 0°CWeather services predict minimal precipitation as temperatures in Novosibirsk fluctuate from -23°C to 0°C during the first week of February.

Mar 9, 2026

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What These 10 Items Were Used for in the USSR — A Test for History BuffsFew residents of Moscow would answer all 10 questions correctly in this new test about everyday objects from the Soviet era.

Mar 9, 2026

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UK PM Urges Prince Andrew to Testify in Epstein CaseBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called for Prince Andrew to provide testimony to the U.S. Congress over the Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking scandal.

Mar 9, 2026

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13th Pension for Russian Elderly: Inflation Catch-Up Still DistantThe proposal for a 13th pension in Russia is discussed by the chairman of the State Duma's labor committee and economists, highlighting challenges in compensating for inflation.

Mar 9, 2026

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Neverov faces third criminal case with over 1 billion rubles claimedGovernment agencies from several regions have filed civil lawsuits totaling over half a billion rubles against former VANK CEO Stanislav Neverov, who is on trial for money laundering and fraud.

Mar 9, 2026

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Frosts to Retreat in Chita and Zabaykalsky Krai During DayTemperatures are set to rise across Zabaykalsky Krai, with some western areas reaching as high as -6°C (21°F) during the day.

Mar 9, 2026

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Russia updates rules for returning defective complex goodsNew regulations for returning faulty complex goods came into force on 1 February, changing how refunds are calculated based on current market value.

Mar 9, 2026

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Man Dies in Long-Burning Furniture Factory Fire in VladivostokA man was found dead inside a furniture workshop in Vladivostok after firefighters battled flames for nearly eight hours. The building's roof collapsed during the operation.

Mar 9, 2026

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Fraudsters Pose as Telecom Operators, Push for Urgent Contract RenewalScammers are calling, pretending to be from your telecom provider and claiming your contract urgently needs renewal or your number will be cut off. Here's how to spot the fake calls.

Mar 9, 2026

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A Dacha in Mirny or Two New iPhones – Which Would You Pick?An exploration of the cheapest real estate listings in Russia's Yakutia region, revealing properties available for the price of two top-model smartphones.

Mar 9, 2026

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How the USSR gave away free apartments and why we won't get themNostalgia for free Soviet housing is booming online, contrasting with today's high mortgage burdens. Fontanka asked readers how their families actually received apartments, revealing a complex reality.

Mar 9, 2026

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February 1: Makariy the Spring Harbinger and clothing prohibitionsFebruary 1 is known as Makariy the Spring Harbinger in the folk calendar, a day rich in omens for predicting weather and ensuring well-being.

Mar 9, 2026

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Search for Missing 9-Year-Old in St. Petersburg Enters Second DayNine-year-old Pavel Tifitulin went missing after going out to sled. More than two hundred volunteers have joined the search.

Mar 9, 2026

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