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Snowfall causes dozens of bus delays in Moscow regionSnowfall causes dozens of bus delays in Moscow region
Snowfall causes dozens of bus delays in Moscow regionDelays range from 20 minutes to over an hour on various routes.
New Seasons 2 Complex to Add Fitness Center with PoolNew Seasons 2 Complex to Add Fitness Center with Pool
New Seasons 2 Complex to Add Fitness Center with PoolA new residential complex in Krasnodar is being built with a health-focused concept. Its centerpiece will be an onsite fitness and wellness facility featuring a swimming pool.
Yellow Cloud Spotted in the Sky Over Novoye DevyatkinoYellow Cloud Spotted in the Sky Over Novoye Devyatkino
Yellow Cloud Spotted in the Sky Over Novoye DevyatkinoA strange yellow formation in the sky was observed on the morning of January 29 in the Novoye Devyatkino area. Meteorologists have proposed several versions of its origin.
Another Crack Forms in Lake Baikal Ice, 'Playing' as It MovesAnother Crack Forms in Lake Baikal Ice, 'Playing' as It Moves
Another Crack Forms in Lake Baikal Ice, 'Playing' as It MovesTourists are warned that venturing onto the ice may be dangerous after a new crack formed in the Maloye More area.
Outbreak of intestinal infection hits children in Tyumen villageOutbreak of intestinal infection hits children in Tyumen village
Outbreak of intestinal infection hits children in Tyumen villageAn outbreak of intestinal infection has affected children in the village of Onokhino in the Tyumen region, with the exact number of victims still unknown.
Police Colonel Detained in Omsk Over Multiple SuspicionsPolice Colonel Detained in Omsk Over Multiple Suspicions
Police Colonel Detained in Omsk Over Multiple SuspicionsPolice Colonel Dmitry Nagibin has been detained in Omsk on suspicions of bribery and exceeding authority, with the arrest conducted by Moscow's internal security unit supported by the FSB.
Kansk Doctor Accuses Colleagues in Death of ToddlerKansk Doctor Accuses Colleagues in Death of Toddler
Kansk Doctor Accuses Colleagues in Death of ToddlerA doctor in Kansk has accused hospital management of inaction leading to a child's death. The Investigative Committee has launched a criminal case for causing death by negligence.
Nearly a Thousand Apartments, Over a Hundred Cars Damaged by Drone in Novaya AdygeaNearly a Thousand Apartments, Over a Hundred Cars Damaged by Drone in Novaya Adygea
Nearly a Thousand Apartments, Over a Hundred Cars Damaged by Drone in Novaya AdygeaInspections of damaged houses are continuing. Local authorities have pledged financial aid to property owners and said repairs are underway.
Smoldering waste in Kamensk-Shakhtinsky: work until January 31Smoldering waste in Kamensk-Shakhtinsky: work until January 31
Smoldering waste in Kamensk-Shakhtinsky: work until January 31The ignition of waste at the landfill occurred due to temperature fluctuations. The elimination of smoldering by covering with soil began on January 29.
Liski District Deputy Head Detained in Bribery CaseLiski District Deputy Head Detained in Bribery Case
Liski District Deputy Head Detained in Bribery CaseA deputy head of the Liski District administration in Voronezh Region has been detained on suspicion of taking a bribe, the regional Investigative Committee reported.
Kindergarten staff in Asha face salary delayKindergarten staff in Asha face salary delay
Kindergarten staff in Asha face salary delayKindergarten employees in Asha have been waiting for their January advance for over a week. They have appealed to the governor to expedite the payments.
Farewell in Nizhny Novgorod Region for Toddler Drowned by Yakutia WomanFarewell in Nizhny Novgorod Region for Toddler Drowned by Yakutia Woman
Farewell in Nizhny Novgorod Region for Toddler Drowned by Yakutia WomanInvestigators released the body of a five-year-old boy to his older brother on Wednesday morning, four days after the child was drowned by his mother in a Moscow apartment.
Ryazan workers unpaid 34 million RUB by IntercrossRyazan workers unpaid 34 million RUB by Intercross
Ryazan workers unpaid 34 million RUB by IntercrossWorkers in Ryazan have been unpaid since August 2025, with over 34 million RUB (approximately $453,300 at current rates) in wages withheld by JSC Intercross, a company with a history of similar issues.
Fines in Altai Krai may increase up to 70,000 rublesFines in Altai Krai may increase up to 70,000 rubles
Fines in Altai Krai may increase up to 70,000 rublesThe toughening of fines was discussed at the first 2026 session of the Altai Krai parliament.
Massive accident blocks federal highway in AdlerMassive accident blocks federal highway in Adler
Massive accident blocks federal highway in AdlerA major traffic jam is building up towards the city center.
MChS Warns of Heavy Snowfall in Sverdlovsk OblastMChS Warns of Heavy Snowfall in Sverdlovsk Oblast
MChS Warns of Heavy Snowfall in Sverdlovsk OblastAn emergency warning is in effect in Sverdlovsk Oblast on January 30, with heavy snowfall expected.
Volunteers rescue unconscious man from Saratov snowdriftVolunteers rescue unconscious man from Saratov snowdrift
Volunteers rescue unconscious man from Saratov snowdriftVolunteers from the 'Lisa Alert' search and rescue team in Saratov are conducting night patrols to assist people during the winter cold.
Waste smoldering at Kamensk-Shakhtinsky landfill, extinguishing by Jan 31Waste smoldering at Kamensk-Shakhtinsky landfill, extinguishing by Jan 31
Waste smoldering at Kamensk-Shakhtinsky landfill, extinguishing by Jan 31Garbage at a landfill near Kamensk-Shakhtinsky began smoking on January 28 due to a temperature change. The regional operator plans to cover the smoldering areas with soil by January 31.
Millions Allocated for Delivery of Utility Bills in VolgogradMillions Allocated for Delivery of Utility Bills in Volgograd
Millions Allocated for Delivery of Utility Bills in VolgogradDelivery of utility bills is planned for Volgograd and the districts of the region.
Eyewitnesses film SUV fire in Murmansk overnightEyewitnesses film SUV fire in Murmansk overnight
Eyewitnesses film SUV fire in Murmansk overnightAn SUV caught fire in Murmansk on the night of January 29, with the blaze reported on Zoya Kosmodemyanskaya Street near house number 8.
Kindergarten staff in Chelyabinsk region alarmed by salary delayKindergarten staff in Chelyabinsk region alarmed by salary delay
Kindergarten staff in Chelyabinsk region alarmed by salary delayKindergarten employees in Asha, Chelyabinsk region, have been waiting for their January advance payment for over a week, prompting complaints to the governor and confirmation from education officials.
Governor Kozhemyako blames Delta company for Partizansk water outageGovernor Kozhemyako blames Delta company for Partizansk water outage
Governor Kozhemyako blames Delta company for Partizansk water outageSeveral thousand residents of Partizansk were left without running water for almost a week, prompting regional authorities to plan a takeover of the homes from the management company.
Over 1,700 multichild mothers in Yugra receive pension recalculationOver 1,700 multichild mothers in Yugra receive pension recalculation
Over 1,700 multichild mothers in Yugra receive pension recalculationMore than 1,700 mothers with many children in Yugra have had their pensions recalculated under new rules effective from 2026. The changes apply to all children without restriction, benefiting both future and current pensioners.
Fire at Proletarskaya Stop in VolgogradFire at Proletarskaya Stop in Volgograd
Fire at Proletarskaya Stop in VolgogradFirefighters and ambulance arrived at the 'Ulitsa Proletarskaya' stop in the Krasnoarmeysky district. The fire broke out in a flower pavilion.
Official: Enemies Target Civil Identity at Ufa ForumOfficial: Enemies Target Civil Identity at Ufa Forum
Official: Enemies Target Civil Identity at Ufa ForumA senior official from the Russian presidential administration emphasized the role of historical settlements in preserving civil identity during a forum in Ufa, warning of external threats.