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Moscow Fare Rules: Wait for Green Check on ValidatorMoscow Fare Rules: Wait for Green Check on Validator
Moscow Fare Rules: Wait for Green Check on ValidatorMoscow transport officials have reminded passengers to prepay travel cards and validate fares upon entry to avoid fines.
Geography test stumps even Chelyabinsk's top studentsGeography test stumps even Chelyabinsk's top students
Geography test stumps even Chelyabinsk's top studentsThis geography quiz covers Earth sciences, heraldry, and history, requiring deep thought. Few can achieve a perfect score—see if you're among them.
Novosibirsk Housing Row: 'Same Build, Business Class Prices'Novosibirsk Housing Row: 'Same Build, Business Class Prices'
Novosibirsk Housing Row: 'Same Build, Business Class Prices'The supply of economy-class apartments in Novosibirsk is shrinking, sparking a heated debate among residents over affordable housing.
Metallurg Magnitogorsk Defeats Tractor Chelyabinsk in KHL DerbyMetallurg Magnitogorsk Defeats Tractor Chelyabinsk in KHL Derby
Metallurg Magnitogorsk Defeats Tractor Chelyabinsk in KHL DerbyIn a KHL match, Metallurg Magnitogorsk defeated Tractor Chelyabinsk with a score of 3:2. The lead in the game changed hands several times.
Slippery Steps and Giant Snowdrifts on Red Square After SnowfallSlippery Steps and Giant Snowdrifts on Red Square After Snowfall
Slippery Steps and Giant Snowdrifts on Red Square After SnowfallMoscow's city center is buried under snowdrifts. Here are photographs showing the conditions on Red Square and how people are getting around.
Girl falls from balcony in YaroslavlGirl falls from balcony in Yaroslavl
Girl falls from balcony in YaroslavlA 17-year-old girl fell from a communal balcony of an apartment building in Yaroslavl's Dzerzhinsky district on the evening of January 27, with the Investigative Committee now conducting an inquiry into her death.
Fire in Chelyabinsk: Children Hospitalized After Gas PoisoningFire in Chelyabinsk: Children Hospitalized After Gas Poisoning
Fire in Chelyabinsk: Children Hospitalized After Gas PoisoningWitnesses reported that fire trucks could not quickly approach due to cars parked in the yard.
"I Couldn't Speak": Russian Women Nearly Disabled by Lip Augmentation"I Couldn't Speak": Russian Women Nearly Disabled by Lip Augmentation
"I Couldn't Speak": Russian Women Nearly Disabled by Lip AugmentationVictims of unsuccessful cosmetic procedures have described the hell they endured after injections of unapproved substances left them with disfigurement and loss of basic functions.
I Couldn't Speak: Russian Women Nearly Disabled by Lip AugmentationI Couldn't Speak: Russian Women Nearly Disabled by Lip Augmentation
I Couldn't Speak: Russian Women Nearly Disabled by Lip AugmentationTwo Russian women have described the nightmare they endured after unsuccessful lip augmentation procedures that left them nearly disabled.
"I Couldn't Speak": Russian Women Nearly Disabled by Lip Procedures"I Couldn't Speak": Russian Women Nearly Disabled by Lip Procedures
"I Couldn't Speak": Russian Women Nearly Disabled by Lip ProceduresVictims of unsuccessful cosmetic procedures shared their ordeal.
"I Couldn't Speak": Russian Women Nearly Disabled by Lip Fillers"I Couldn't Speak": Russian Women Nearly Disabled by Lip Fillers
"I Couldn't Speak": Russian Women Nearly Disabled by Lip FillersTwo women who underwent unregulated cosmetic procedures told a television show about severe complications, including losing the ability to speak and developing large growths under their lips.
‘I Couldn’t Speak’: Russian Women Nearly Disabled After Lip Fillers‘I Couldn’t Speak’: Russian Women Nearly Disabled After Lip Fillers
‘I Couldn’t Speak’: Russian Women Nearly Disabled After Lip FillersTwo Russian women share their horrific experiences after botched lip augmentation procedures that left them with severe health issues, including deformities and loss of speech.
Yekaterinburg Honors Holocaust Victims on Memorial DayYekaterinburg Honors Holocaust Victims on Memorial Day
Yekaterinburg Honors Holocaust Victims on Memorial DayA mourning ceremony was held at the synagogue on Salvation Square.
Theatralnaya Metro Station Construction Progressing Rapidly, Ministry ReportsTheatralnaya Metro Station Construction Progressing Rapidly, Ministry Reports
Theatralnaya Metro Station Construction Progressing Rapidly, Ministry ReportsOfficials from the Ministry of Construction of Samara Region have provided a progress report, stating that the Theatralnaya metro station is now 77% ready.
Traktor Falls to Metallurg in South Urals DerbyTraktor Falls to Metallurg in South Urals Derby
Traktor Falls to Metallurg in South Urals DerbyIn a back-and-forth KHL derby, Traktor Chelyabinsk lost to Metallurg Magnitogorsk 3-2 on Tuesday, January 27, with the lead changing hands multiple times.
Street lights return to Murmansk after blackout, schools resume normal operationsStreet lights return to Murmansk after blackout, schools resume normal operations
Street lights return to Murmansk after blackout, schools resume normal operationsMurmansk is gradually restoring street lighting after a massive blackout, with full illumination promised by Wednesday morning. Schools and kindergartens will return to their regular schedules starting January 28.
Ambulance Collides with Car at Intersection in St. PetersburgAmbulance Collides with Car at Intersection in St. Petersburg
Ambulance Collides with Car at Intersection in St. PetersburgAn ambulance rushing to an emergency call was involved in a traffic accident on the evening of January 27. Preliminary reports indicate no victims in the incident.
Parents clear snow at kindergarten in central St. PetersburgParents clear snow at kindergarten in central St. Petersburg
Parents clear snow at kindergarten in central St. PetersburgParents of kindergarten No. 83 on Malaya Sadovaya Street had to clear snow and ice themselves due to the inaction of the management company. The area was put in order only after attracting public attention.
Conductor Vladislav Chernushenko passes away at 91Conductor Vladislav Chernushenko passes away at 91
Conductor Vladislav Chernushenko passes away at 91USSR People's Artist Vladislav Chernushenko has died in St. Petersburg at the age of 91. For over half a century, he headed the Academic Capella, which he called his home.
Girl Falls from Balcony in Yaroslavl High-RiseGirl Falls from Balcony in Yaroslavl High-Rise
Girl Falls from Balcony in Yaroslavl High-RiseA 17-year-old girl fell from a shared balcony of a high-rise in Yaroslavl and died, with the Investigative Committee checking for criminal intent.
Shoppers outraged by spa guests in wet swimwear at Yekaterinburg mallShoppers outraged by spa guests in wet swimwear at Yekaterinburg mall
Shoppers outraged by spa guests in wet swimwear at Yekaterinburg mallThe administration of the Badenland thermal complex has commented on the situation involving guests who appeared in a shopping mall in wet swimwear.
Fire in central Chelyabinsk high-rise hospitalizes two childrenFire in central Chelyabinsk high-rise hospitalizes two children
Fire in central Chelyabinsk high-rise hospitalizes two childrenAccording to eyewitnesses, emergency vehicles initially had difficulty accessing the courtyard of a residential building where a fire broke out.
Spy House Near Tyumen Listed for 60 MillionSpy House Near Tyumen Listed for 60 Million
Spy House Near Tyumen Listed for 60 MillionA 270-square-meter mansion in the village of Lugovoe is listed for sale for 60 million rubles.
Expert advises changing bank cards every 3-5 years for securityExpert advises changing bank cards every 3-5 years for security
Expert advises changing bank cards every 3-5 years for securityBank cards should be replaced at least every five years to protect funds from fraud, according to Petr Shcherbachenko of Russia's Financial University.
'Caused a Scene': Yekaterinburg Mall Visitors Fume Over Wet-Swimwear Guests'Caused a Scene': Yekaterinburg Mall Visitors Fume Over Wet-Swimwear Guests
'Caused a Scene': Yekaterinburg Mall Visitors Fume Over Wet-Swimwear GuestsThe management of the new Badenland thermal complex in Yekaterinburg has explained the incident involving guests in wet swimwear causing a disturbance in the shopping mall.