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"Dude, Cover Up": Foreigners in Yakutia Hit Fences with Bananas, Eat Foals, Get Frostbite"Dude, Cover Up": Foreigners in Yakutia Hit Fences with Bananas, Eat Foals, Get Frostbite
"Dude, Cover Up": Foreigners in Yakutia Hit Fences with Bananas, Eat Foals, Get FrostbiteThe Republic of Yakutia has unexpectedly become a pilgrimage destination for travelers from around the world.
Mystery Car from Tavrichanka: EMERCOM Details Ice DeathsMystery Car from Tavrichanka: EMERCOM Details Ice Deaths
Mystery Car from Tavrichanka: EMERCOM Details Ice DeathsA car found under ice in Tavrichanka has been linked to a fatal accident. EMERCOM officials stated that a married couple perished when their vehicle broke through thin ice in December.
Yakutian Man Charged for Advocating Armed RebellionYakutian Man Charged for Advocating Armed Rebellion
Yakutian Man Charged for Advocating Armed RebellionThe Federal Security Service in Yakutia has detained a local man for openly supporting Ukrainian militant groups and calling for armed rebellion to overthrow the government.
A Second Life for 'Old Ladies'. Novosibirsk Puts Early 2000s Japanese Cars Back on the RoadA Second Life for 'Old Ladies'. Novosibirsk Puts Early 2000s Japanese Cars Back on the Road
A Second Life for 'Old Ladies'. Novosibirsk Puts Early 2000s Japanese Cars Back on the RoadWe assess the scope of work needed to restore these cars, identifying their weak points and the most expensive repairs required to get them running reliably.
Authorities reveal which sites will soon be blocked in RussiaAuthorities reveal which sites will soon be blocked in Russia
Authorities reveal which sites will soon be blocked in RussiaSome resources will be shut down starting March 1, 2026. A new law will allow the blocking of websites selling tobacco and nicotine products without a court decision.
Omsk Residents Report Chemical Smell and Breathing ProblemsOmsk Residents Report Chemical Smell and Breathing Problems
Omsk Residents Report Chemical Smell and Breathing ProblemsResidents across Omsk are complaining about a strong chemical odor in the air, which is causing breathing difficulties and has been reported in multiple districts, yet remains unresolved.
Preparing for Slush: Powerful Warm Wave to Hit NovosibirskPreparing for Slush: Powerful Warm Wave to Hit Novosibirsk
Preparing for Slush: Powerful Warm Wave to Hit NovosibirskA powerful warm wave is set to bring relatively mild temperatures to Novosibirsk, with daytime highs around -5°C (23°F) starting January 30.
Primorye Prison Convoy Guards: A Day Inside the TransportPrimorye Prison Convoy Guards: A Day Inside the Transport
Primorye Prison Convoy Guards: A Day Inside the TransportA journalist spent a day with convoy guards from the Primorye branch of Russia's Federal Penitentiary Service, observing their routines and inspecting prisoner transport vehicles.
Tourist Mess in Sochi: Diapers, Bedbugs, and Pets Left BehindTourist Mess in Sochi: Diapers, Bedbugs, and Pets Left Behind
Tourist Mess in Sochi: Diapers, Bedbugs, and Pets Left BehindIn Sochi, some tourists abandon pets in rentals, while others leave bedbug infestations, according to local reports.
Literature Quiz: 10 Questions for the Well-ReadLiterature Quiz: 10 Questions for the Well-Read
Literature Quiz: 10 Questions for the Well-ReadDo you think you can answer all 10 questions? Test your knowledge with this literary challenge.
Spammers use 'Useful Call' label to bypass call screeningSpammers use 'Useful Call' label to bypass call screening
Spammers use 'Useful Call' label to bypass call screeningSpammers have come up with a new way to prevent people from hanging up on unknown numbers, journalists from NGS24.RU have noted and mobile operators confirmed. They are using the 'Useful Call' label, which is meant for trusted calls, to disguise spam calls.
Ex-police officer held in Chita courtroom after verdictEx-police officer held in Chita courtroom after verdict
Ex-police officer held in Chita courtroom after verdictA former police officer and his colleague were accused of weapons-related fraud.
Funeral Director, Ex-Convict in Urals Accused of SMO Recruitment ScamFuneral Director, Ex-Convict in Urals Accused of SMO Recruitment Scam
Funeral Director, Ex-Convict in Urals Accused of SMO Recruitment ScamRelatives of alleged victims in Krasnoturinsk say two local men forced orphans and homeless individuals to sign military contracts for the Special Military Operation.
Audi Crashes into Pole After Novosibirsk CollisionAudi Crashes into Pole After Novosibirsk Collision
Audi Crashes into Pole After Novosibirsk CollisionAn Audi A4 and a Hyundai Solaris collided in central Novosibirsk at night, sending one vehicle into a pole. The incident occurred at the intersection of Krasny Prospekt and Oktyabrskaya Street.
‘They Called Us Service Staff’: Teacher with 43 Years Explains Why Educators Leave‘They Called Us Service Staff’: Teacher with 43 Years Explains Why Educators Leave
‘They Called Us Service Staff’: Teacher with 43 Years Explains Why Educators LeaveA teacher with more than half a century in the classroom discusses changes in children and parents, low pay, and the burnout driving colleagues away.
Behind the European-Style Facades of Kuznetsovsky Zaton in UfaBehind the European-Style Facades of Kuznetsovsky Zaton in Ufa
Behind the European-Style Facades of Kuznetsovsky Zaton in UfaYou've probably seen these houses when passing through Kuznetsovsky Zaton. UFA1.RU explores the mixed part of this Ufa district and its housing prices.
Teachers: Low Pay Makes Putin's Kindergarten Extension a JokeTeachers: Low Pay Makes Putin's Kindergarten Extension a Joke
Teachers: Low Pay Makes Putin's Kindergarten Extension a JokePresident Vladimir Putin has proposed extending kindergarten hours to 8 PM to facilitate women's return to work, but educators criticize the plan, pointing to low salaries and potential harm to children's well-being.
Life in Perivalovo: Residents of thousands of identical houses near TyumenLife in Perivalovo: Residents of thousands of identical houses near Tyumen
Life in Perivalovo: Residents of thousands of identical houses near TyumenResidents of the controversial subdivision have spoken about the problems that remain unresolved.
New Bus Stops Near Yekaterinburg's Prostory Complex Remain UnusedNew Bus Stops Near Yekaterinburg's Prostory Complex Remain Unused
New Bus Stops Near Yekaterinburg's Prostory Complex Remain UnusedNew bus stops on Vodoemnaya Street in Yekaterinburg have been unused for over a year, despite the construction of a large residential complex nearby.
Welders Lead Most In-Demand Production Jobs in Transbaikal for 2025Welders Lead Most In-Demand Production Jobs in Transbaikal for 2025
Welders Lead Most In-Demand Production Jobs in Transbaikal for 2025The Avito Rabota platform has ranked the top five most sought-after professions in Transbaikal's manufacturing sector for 2025, with welders having the highest number of job postings.
New road and bus stops near Yekaterinburg complex see no busesNew road and bus stops near Yekaterinburg complex see no buses
New road and bus stops near Yekaterinburg complex see no busesNew bus stops on Vodoemnaya Street in Yekaterinburg have stood idle for over a year, despite the construction of a new road and a large residential complex. City officials promise to resolve the issue by summer.
Kazakhstan Proposes High Waste Fee on Russian Cars in RetaliationKazakhstan Proposes High Waste Fee on Russian Cars in Retaliation
Kazakhstan Proposes High Waste Fee on Russian Cars in RetaliationKazakhstan plans to introduce prohibitive waste disposal fees for cars imported from Russia and Belarus, responding to similar measures by Moscow.
Court suspends 'Fregat' business center over fire safety violations in VladivostokCourt suspends 'Fregat' business center over fire safety violations in Vladivostok
Court suspends 'Fregat' business center over fire safety violations in VladivostokA Vladivostok court has ordered the suspension of the 'Fregat' business center due to numerous fire safety violations uncovered during an inspection, with the center linked to Alexander Yasin, a figure associated with criminal cases.
9-year-old girl breaks spine on tube slide in Bratsk9-year-old girl breaks spine on tube slide in Bratsk
9-year-old girl breaks spine on tube slide in BratskA nine-year-old girl from Krasnoyarsk suffered a spinal injury while tubing at a children's entertainment center in Bratsk, with the incident now the subject of an ongoing court case.