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Scammers Use 'Superhero Game' to Target TeenagersScammers Use 'Superhero Game' to Target Teenagers
Scammers Use 'Superhero Game' to Target TeenagersA scam in Krasnoyarsk involved a teenager who handed over three million rubles (approx. $30,000 at current rates) to fraudsters after being manipulated into a fake kidnapping.
Five Killed in Yakutia Fire, Children Among DeadFive Killed in Yakutia Fire, Children Among Dead
Five Killed in Yakutia Fire, Children Among DeadA fire in a private home in Yakutia has killed five people, including children, and hospitalized two others. The cause was an electrical short circuit.
Nezlobin Talks About Happy Life in the USANezlobin Talks About Happy Life in the USA
Nezlobin Talks About Happy Life in the USAUral-born comedian Alexander Nezlobin has shared details of his emigration to America and spoken of inner happiness in an interview.
Omsk Faces Shortage of Foreign Language TeachersOmsk Faces Shortage of Foreign Language Teachers
Omsk Faces Shortage of Foreign Language TeachersIn Omsk, there is a significant shortage of teachers, especially for foreign languages, with other subjects also facing vacancies.
A Yakut man molded the symbol of 2026 from cow dungA Yakut man molded the symbol of 2026 from cow dung
A Yakut man molded the symbol of 2026 from cow dungIt's a family tradition known throughout the republic.
Chita Unveils Winning City Day Logo for 2026Chita Unveils Winning City Day Logo for 2026
Chita Unveils Winning City Day Logo for 2026The winning logo, created by Irina Vlasova, marks the 175th anniversary of Chita becoming a city.
Ural Comedian Nezlobin: ‘Super Happy’ in US, Compares Polevskoy to CaliforniaUral Comedian Nezlobin: ‘Super Happy’ in US, Compares Polevskoy to California
Ural Comedian Nezlobin: ‘Super Happy’ in US, Compares Polevskoy to CaliforniaThe comedian gave an extensive interview about his emigration experience.
Four Men Beat Student in Novosibirsk, Attack Caught on VideoFour Men Beat Student in Novosibirsk, Attack Caught on Video
Four Men Beat Student in Novosibirsk, Attack Caught on VideoA student in Novosibirsk was severely beaten by four men, leading to a court case where charges have been unexpectedly reduced.
Novosibirsk managing company raises tariff by 70 rubles per square meterNovosibirsk managing company raises tariff by 70 rubles per square meter
Novosibirsk managing company raises tariff by 70 rubles per square meterA managing company in Novosibirsk sharply raised a building's service fee, though residents claim they never voted for the specific amount. A legal expert explains how the increase was enabled by a contract loophole.
Lift Workers Celebrate Professional Holiday with Safety FocusLift Workers Celebrate Professional Holiday with Safety Focus
Lift Workers Celebrate Professional Holiday with Safety FocusStroyLiftService, based in Chita, provides safe lift installations and maintenance for businesses and public institutions across Zabaykalsky Krai.
No Complaints Received on Controversial Cube Slide, Chita Officials SayNo Complaints Received on Controversial Cube Slide, Chita Officials Say
No Complaints Received on Controversial Cube Slide, Chita Officials SayCity authorities in Chita report they have received no formal complaints about the cube slide in the renovated MZhK park, which has not yet been transferred to the municipal treasury.
Krasnoyarsk residents left in the cold struggle with massive heating billsKrasnoyarsk residents left in the cold struggle with massive heating bills
Krasnoyarsk residents left in the cold struggle with massive heating billsAfter two weeks of frigid temperatures dipping to -40°C (-40°F), Krasnoyarsk residents are grappling with exorbitant heating costs and a bureaucratic runaround to address their complaints.
Blogger responds to criticism after Vladivostok videosBlogger responds to criticism after Vladivostok videos
Blogger responds to criticism after Vladivostok videosA blogger from St. Petersburg who moved to Vladivostok has publicly addressed the criticism she received after posting videos about life in the Far Eastern city, stating that her opinion remains unchanged.
Top Business Owners in Novokuznetsk Beyond Metal and CoalTop Business Owners in Novokuznetsk Beyond Metal and Coal
Top Business Owners in Novokuznetsk Beyond Metal and CoalAn investigation by NGS42.RU identifies the companies with the highest annual revenue in Novokuznetsk, highlighting entrepreneurs with stakes in multiple firms beyond the city's traditional metal and coal sectors.
Test Your Russian Language Skills: Are You Truly Literate?Test Your Russian Language Skills: Are You Truly Literate?
Test Your Russian Language Skills: Are You Truly Literate?This Russian language quiz challenges Muscovites to see if they can navigate common pitfalls. Even rare experts struggle to reach the seventh question without a mistake.
Cautious Consumption: How Russians Are Saving on Food — An AnalysisCautious Consumption: How Russians Are Saving on Food — An Analysis
Cautious Consumption: How Russians Are Saving on Food — An AnalysisExperts break down consumer market trends, noting a shift towards savings-oriented models, discount stores, and cheaper alternatives as purchasing power remains under pressure.
Cautious Consumption: How Russians Are Saving on FoodCautious Consumption: How Russians Are Saving on Food
Cautious Consumption: How Russians Are Saving on FoodMarket analysts and retailers report that Russians are adopting savings-oriented habits, cutting costs on groceries and opting for budget options.
Novosibirsk Region Road Repairs in 2026: Costs and LengthsNovosibirsk Region Road Repairs in 2026: Costs and Lengths
Novosibirsk Region Road Repairs in 2026: Costs and LengthsAuthorities in Novosibirsk Region have outlined plans for road repairs in 2026, with a budget cut by half compared to the previous year.
Overdue Loan Debt Drops for Transbaikal Residents After Year of GrowthOverdue Loan Debt Drops for Transbaikal Residents After Year of Growth
Overdue Loan Debt Drops for Transbaikal Residents After Year of GrowthResidents of Transbaikal have intensified debt repayment efforts by December 2025, resulting in the first decrease in overdue loan amounts in a year.
Yakutia diver on rescues in minus 50°C and battling panicYakutia diver on rescues in minus 50°C and battling panic
Yakutia diver on rescues in minus 50°C and battling panicSometimes at the bottom of the river you can't see anything at all. Vitally Nikolayev, twice named 'Best Diver', talks about constant training, fighting the current, and a special diver's language.
Irkutsk Geography Test Stumps Even Top Students — Can You Pass?Irkutsk Geography Test Stumps Even Top Students — Can You Pass?
Irkutsk Geography Test Stumps Even Top Students — Can You Pass?You'll need to think carefully to ace this challenging geography quiz.
Bogomolov Comments on MHAT School-Studio Graduates' LetterBogomolov Comments on MHAT School-Studio Graduates' Letter
Bogomolov Comments on MHAT School-Studio Graduates' LetterKonstantin Bogomolov, in an interview with Izvestia, for the first time spoke out about the collective appeal from graduates calling for the cancellation of his appointment as acting rector.
Proposal to Extend Kindergarten Hours Draws Mixed ReactionsProposal to Extend Kindergarten Hours Draws Mixed Reactions
Proposal to Extend Kindergarten Hours Draws Mixed ReactionsVladimir Putin's directive to extend kindergarten hours until 8 p.m. has sparked a debate among parents and educators.
Primorye Deputies to Remove Chemeris from Committee During DeploymentPrimorye Deputies to Remove Chemeris from Committee During Deployment
Primorye Deputies to Remove Chemeris from Committee During DeploymentLawmakers in Primorye intend to remove Igor Chemeris as head of the social policy committee during his military service, with United Russia deputies leading the initiative.