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Krasnoyarsk Metro Social Media Resumes After Two-Month SilenceKrasnoyarsk Metro Social Media Resumes After Two-Month Silence
Krasnoyarsk Metro Social Media Resumes After Two-Month SilenceThe Krasnoyarsk metro's official Telegram channel has broken a two-and-a-half-month silence, posting details about future station entrances and exits. The channel's previous post was in November.
Omsk Residents Outraged by Chemical Smog Hanging Over CityOmsk Residents Outraged by Chemical Smog Hanging Over City
Omsk Residents Outraged by Chemical Smog Hanging Over CityResidents of Omsk have reacted strongly to an expert's explanation for the chemical fog that has enveloped the city since the beginning of the week, complaining of a sharp burning smell and thick, choking smog.
Hearings begin in Volgograd explosion case that killed 6Hearings begin in Volgograd explosion case that killed 6
Hearings begin in Volgograd explosion case that killed 6In the Krasnoarmeysky District Court of Volgograd, the closing arguments stage has begun in the criminal case concerning an explosion at a sewer pump station that killed six people. The defendant is the chief engineer of 'Water Supply Concessions', Dmitry Lebedev.
Woman injured in accident near Volgograd administrationWoman injured in accident near Volgograd administration
Woman injured in accident near Volgograd administrationA collision between a Hyundai Solaris and a Mitsubishi Outlander occurred at the intersection of Lenin Avenue and Lenin Street in the Central District of Volgograd.
Yaroslavl extends auction for sale of former clinicYaroslavl extends auction for sale of former clinic
Yaroslavl extends auction for sale of former clinicThe auction for the sale of the building of former clinic No. 1 has been extended until 2 March. The building was declared unsafe in 2023.
Karabash Deploys Powerful Heater to Thaw Frozen HomesKarabash Deploys Powerful Heater to Thaw Frozen Homes
Karabash Deploys Powerful Heater to Thaw Frozen HomesA powerful motorized heater, dubbed 'Gorynych', has been brought to Karabash to address the aftermath of a communal accident, warming up frostbitten houses.
Novosibirsk MFCs Begin Connecting Residents to Mobile ServicesNovosibirsk MFCs Begin Connecting Residents to Mobile Services
Novosibirsk MFCs Begin Connecting Residents to Mobile ServicesThe innovation could be especially useful for foreigners — students, labor migrants, or tourists.
Tyumen Residents Travel 10 km More Due to Closed Turn to UspenkaTyumen Residents Travel 10 km More Due to Closed Turn to Uspenka
Tyumen Residents Travel 10 km More Due to Closed Turn to UspenkaDue to the closed exit to the village of Uspenka, drivers have to cover an additional ten kilometers.
Fire Breaks Out at Auto Repair Shop Near Technical College in Uralmash
Fire Breaks Out at Auto Repair Shop Near Technical College in UralmashA fire erupted at an auto repair shop on Mashinostroiteley Street in Yekaterinburg. Firefighters removed a gas cylinder from the building and evacuated a vehicle.
How Ganvest Became a Meme with His Invented WordsHow Ganvest Became a Meme with His Invented Words
How Ganvest Became a Meme with His Invented WordsRussian rapper Ganvest has turned into an internet meme sensation after his coined words like 'shneyne', 'pepe', and 'fa' gained massive popularity online in early 2026.
Volgograd car crash injures woman near regional officeVolgograd car crash injures woman near regional office
Volgograd car crash injures woman near regional officeIn central Volgograd, a woman was injured in a car crash near the regional administration building after a collision between a crossover and a popular Korean sedan at the intersection of Lenin Avenue and Lenin Street.
Prosecution Seeks 8.5 Years for Water Concessions Engineer Over 6 DeathsProsecution Seeks 8.5 Years for Water Concessions Engineer Over 6 Deaths
Prosecution Seeks 8.5 Years for Water Concessions Engineer Over 6 DeathsThe criminal case is being heard in the Krasnoarmeysky District Court of Volgograd, where the prosecution has requested an 8.5-year prison term for the chief engineer.
Auction for Former Yaroslavl Clinic Extended Due to Lack of BiddersAuction for Former Yaroslavl Clinic Extended Due to Lack of Bidders
Auction for Former Yaroslavl Clinic Extended Due to Lack of BiddersIn 2023, the building was declared dilapidated.
Irkutsk Children's Polyclinic Project Nearly Removed from PlansIrkutsk Children's Polyclinic Project Nearly Removed from Plans
Irkutsk Children's Polyclinic Project Nearly Removed from PlansThe region barely managed to secure approval for this project from Moscow, even though the city urgently needs it.
Detained Kuban Transport Minister Released, Testifies Against ColleaguesDetained Kuban Transport Minister Released, Testifies Against Colleagues
Detained Kuban Transport Minister Released, Testifies Against ColleaguesAlexei Pereverzev, the transport minister of Krasnodar Krai, has been released from pre-trial detention after cooperating with investigators and providing detailed testimony against regional officials.
Closed Turn to Village Disrupts Deliveries for Tyumen ResidentsClosed Turn to Village Disrupts Deliveries for Tyumen Residents
Closed Turn to Village Disrupts Deliveries for Tyumen ResidentsResidents of Tyumen are struggling as a key turn to Uspenka village has been closed, forcing drivers to take a 10-kilometer detour.
Passenger trains delayed for hours due to Crimean Bridge suspensionPassenger trains delayed for hours due to Crimean Bridge suspension
Passenger trains delayed for hours due to Crimean Bridge suspensionPassenger trains, including several Moscow-bound routes, have been delayed for up to seven hours following a temporary halt on the Crimean Bridge overnight on January 28.
Craft Supply Store Closes in Central ArkhangelskCraft Supply Store Closes in Central Arkhangelsk
Craft Supply Store Closes in Central Arkhangelsk'Hobby Room' had been operating since 2014.
Novosibirsk business-class complex two-level garage flood submerges carsNovosibirsk business-class complex two-level garage flood submerges cars
Novosibirsk business-class complex two-level garage flood submerges carsResidents suspect a cold water pipe burst in the residential complex. The incident flooded the two-level parking garage at the La Grande business-class complex in Novosibirsk, submerging many cars.
Fare rises by 20 rubles on another Ufa bus routeFare rises by 20 rubles on another Ufa bus route
Fare rises by 20 rubles on another Ufa bus routeBus route 350 in Ufa will see a fare hike starting February 1, with end-to-end trips costing 150 rubles.
Ryazan Teens Suspected of Stealing Motorcycles and Tools for 'New Wheels'Ryazan Teens Suspected of Stealing Motorcycles and Tools for 'New Wheels'
Ryazan Teens Suspected of Stealing Motorcycles and Tools for 'New Wheels'Two teenagers, aged 16 and 13, were detained in the Ryazan region for allegedly stealing two motorcycles and power tools from a garage. The older suspect reportedly got the idea after learning an acquaintance had received a new bike.
TV Presenter from Yakutia Returns to Russia After Legal Issues in UAETV Presenter from Yakutia Returns to Russia After Legal Issues in UAE
TV Presenter from Yakutia Returns to Russia After Legal Issues in UAEA TV presenter from Yakutia has returned to Russia following legal troubles in the United Arab Emirates, as confirmed by the Russian Foreign Ministry.
2025 Rat Control Failed in Arkhangelsk; 2026 Plans Announced2025 Rat Control Failed in Arkhangelsk; 2026 Plans Announced
2025 Rat Control Failed in Arkhangelsk; 2026 Plans AnnouncedArkhangelsk authorities, in collaboration with Rospotrebnadzor, have announced a comprehensive 2026 deratization plan targeting construction sites and the local landfill after previous efforts failed.