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Gold Sets New Records: Is Now the Time to Buy?Gold Sets New Records: Is Now the Time to Buy?
Gold Sets New Records: Is Now the Time to Buy?The global price of gold has surpassed $5,000 per ounce, and since the beginning of 2026, the metal has appreciated by more than 17%. Analysts forecast further increases in quotations.
700,000 rubles stolen from Yekaterinburg woman's card via malware700,000 rubles stolen from Yekaterinburg woman's card via malware
700,000 rubles stolen from Yekaterinburg woman's card via malwareA cybersecurity expert explained how fraudsters could access the account and hide confirming SMS messages.
Tolyatti Mourns Death of Honored Artist Vladimir KorennoiTolyatti Mourns Death of Honored Artist Vladimir Korennoi
Tolyatti Mourns Death of Honored Artist Vladimir KorennoiVladimir Korennoi, the director and artistic head of the Tolyatti Youth Drama Theater, has died at 76 after a brief illness, the theater announced.
Cucumber prices rise in Tyumen: official dataCucumber prices rise in Tyumen: official data
Cucumber prices rise in Tyumen: official dataTyumenstat has confirmed a price increase for cucumbers in the region. In retail chains, the cost of this vegetable now varies significantly.
1.2 million VAZ-2107 cars persist in aging Russian vehicle fleet1.2 million VAZ-2107 cars persist in aging Russian vehicle fleet
1.2 million VAZ-2107 cars persist in aging Russian vehicle fleetAbout 1.2 million VAZ-2107 cars, production of which ceased over ten years ago, are still in use in Russia, reflecting a general trend of an aging vehicle fleet.
Ufa woman's five-figure daily spending saddens herUfa woman's five-figure daily spending saddens her
Ufa woman's five-figure daily spending saddens herA woman from Ufa tracked her spending on what she called her most expensive day, finding she parted with over 30,000 rubles without any major purchases.
15 Fairy-Tale Winter Shots from Yugra Photographers15 Fairy-Tale Winter Shots from Yugra Photographers
15 Fairy-Tale Winter Shots from Yugra PhotographersPhotographers from the Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug have shared 15 breathtaking images that capture the magical beauty of winter in the Yugra region.
Sorokin sells former Start plant complex in Nizhny NovgorodSorokin sells former Start plant complex in Nizhny Novgorod
Sorokin sells former Start plant complex in Nizhny NovgorodFormer mayor of Nizhny Novgorod Oleg Sorokin, who is serving a prison sentence, has sold the site of the former Start plant to a group of investors. The deal exceeded one billion rubles (approximately $10 million at current rates).
Krasnodar Transport Union Head Discusses Fines and Fare IncreasesKrasnodar Transport Union Head Discusses Fines and Fare Increases
Krasnodar Transport Union Head Discusses Fines and Fare IncreasesThe head of the Kuban transport union comments on recent fines for carriers in Krasnodar, highlighting challenges in fleet renewal and fare pricing.
Volgograd holds farewell for schoolgirl who fell from windowVolgograd holds farewell for schoolgirl who fell from window
Volgograd holds farewell for schoolgirl who fell from windowEven strangers are attending the farewell ceremony to support the family of the deceased girl.
Gas Equipment Fire in Murmansk Covers 35 Square MetersGas Equipment Fire in Murmansk Covers 35 Square Meters
Gas Equipment Fire in Murmansk Covers 35 Square MetersEmergency services evacuated residents after gas equipment caught fire on Askoldovtsev Street in Murmansk. The fire was localized at 10:52, covering an area of about 35 square meters.
Deputies approve stricter fines for parking on lawns in RyazanDeputies approve stricter fines for parking on lawns in Ryazan
Deputies approve stricter fines for parking on lawns in RyazanThe Ryazan Regional Duma has passed a bill in first reading to increase penalties for parking on lawns, flowerbeds, and playgrounds.
Girl knocked unconscious by classmate at school near RostovGirl knocked unconscious by classmate at school near Rostov
Girl knocked unconscious by classmate at school near RostovA girl was knocked unconscious after a classmate hit her against a door frame at a school in the Olginskaya stanitsa near Rostov. The incident, which occurred on January 22, was recorded and the video was posted online by the bullies themselves.
700K Rubles Stolen from Credit Card in Yekaterinburg: Expert Analysis700K Rubles Stolen from Credit Card in Yekaterinburg: Expert Analysis
700K Rubles Stolen from Credit Card in Yekaterinburg: Expert AnalysisA Yekaterinburg woman lost 700,000 rubles from her credit card in a fraud scheme, and a cybersecurity expert reveals how the theft occurred.
Cucumber Prices Rise in Tyumen; Selling Prices ListedCucumber Prices Rise in Tyumen; Selling Prices Listed
Cucumber Prices Rise in Tyumen; Selling Prices ListedCucumbers are now hard to find for under 100 rubles in Tyumen, with local statistical data confirming a steady price increase over recent weeks.
Omsk Announces Charity of the Year WinnersOmsk Announces Charity of the Year Winners
Omsk Announces Charity of the Year WinnersWinners of the competition were awarded for their systematic social work.
Freezing rain hits Voronezh — when will it end?Freezing rain hits Voronezh — when will it end?
Freezing rain hits Voronezh — when will it end?Freezing rain began in Voronezh on Wednesday morning, January 28, and is forecast to continue all day based on precipitation maps.
Fire in Saraktash district injures pensioner, damages propertyFire in Saraktash district injures pensioner, damages property
Fire in Saraktash district injures pensioner, damages propertyA pensioner was injured and a house, sauna, and three sheds were damaged in a fire in the village of Kondurvka in the Saraktash district of Orenburg region. The preliminary cause is thought to be a violation of fire safety rules during stove operation.
Ex-Mayor Sorokin Sells Former Plant Site for FortuneEx-Mayor Sorokin Sells Former Plant Site for Fortune
Ex-Mayor Sorokin Sells Former Plant Site for FortuneFormer Nizhny Novgorod mayor Oleg Sorokin, serving a prison term, has sold the former Start plant site on Belinsky Street, with the deal reportedly worth over 1 billion rubles.
Esteemed Samara Region Artist Vladimir Korennoi Passes AwayEsteemed Samara Region Artist Vladimir Korennoi Passes Away
Esteemed Samara Region Artist Vladimir Korennoi Passes AwayVladimir Korennoi, the director and artistic head of Tolyatti's Youth Drama Theater, died at age 76, leaving behind a legacy of over 80 roles.
Director Konstantin Bogomolov Responds to MHAT School Graduates' CriticismDirector Konstantin Bogomolov Responds to MHAT School Graduates' Criticism
Director Konstantin Bogomolov Responds to MHAT School Graduates' CriticismA group of artists has spoken out against Konstantin Bogomolov's appointment as acting rector of the Moscow Art Theater (MHAT) School-Studio.
Son of Yakutsk Construction Magnate Commits Suicide in DetentionSon of Yakutsk Construction Magnate Commits Suicide in Detention
Son of Yakutsk Construction Magnate Commits Suicide in DetentionThe son of a Yakutsk construction tycoon has died by suicide in a pretrial detention center, where he was held after being convicted for a shootout at a construction site.
Plan for gardeners in Arkhangelsk Region: when to plant seedlings in 2026Plan for gardeners in Arkhangelsk Region: when to plant seedlings in 2026
Plan for gardeners in Arkhangelsk Region: when to plant seedlings in 2026We explore the optimal seedling planting times for 2026 with an agronomist, including lunar calendar recommendations.
Achieving a Seamless Relocation to MoscowAchieving a Seamless Relocation to Moscow
Achieving a Seamless Relocation to MoscowRegional buyers are increasingly choosing club houses in Moscow with integrated infrastructure to facilitate a smooth transition.
Mother Hysterical During Farewell for 14-Year-Old in VolgogradMother Hysterical During Farewell for 14-Year-Old in Volgograd
Mother Hysterical During Farewell for 14-Year-Old in VolgogradIn Volgograd, even strangers are attending the farewell for a 14-year-old schoolgirl who fell from a window.