Tyumen Debates: Are Child Benefits Necessary?Heated discussions are taking place in Tyumen over state child benefits. Some residents advocate for universal payments, while others call for their abolition.
St. Petersburg to Tighten Control Over Private KiosksGovernor Alexander Beglov announced new powers for city authorities in the non-stationary trade sector. This has become possible due to a federal bill that will come into force in 2026.
Tree fall causes hot water cut in TutayevA fallen tree caused a power surge, leaving 189 apartment buildings in the right-bank district of Tutayev without hot water.
Novosibirsk metro cuts boarding time on green lineOn the evening of January 28, boarding time on the Novosibirsk metro's green line was reduced for technical reasons. Normal service is expected to be restored soon.
Yekaterinburg Mulls Free Metro Rides for ChildrenThe deputy mayor of Yekaterinburg says the city is exploring ways to make metro travel free for children, citing technical hurdles. Students currently pay 200 rubles (about $3) monthly, but even that fee could be waived.
Perks and 200,000: Kazan Snow Removal Job Salaries RevealedDuring snowstorms, Kazan street sweepers are offered salaries from 15,000 rubles ($167) to 69,000 rubles ($767), while special equipment operators can earn over 100,000 rubles ($1,111).