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Experts predict dollar could reach 80 in FebruaryExperts predict dollar could reach 80 in February
Experts predict dollar could reach 80 in FebruaryExperts suggest that the US dollar could rise to 80 rubles in February, as support factors for the ruble begin to fade.
84 million rubles lost during construction of cultural center in Mariinsk84 million rubles lost during construction of cultural center in Mariinsk
84 million rubles lost during construction of cultural center in MariinskThe creation of the new facility was part of a federal program.
We Travel on a Budget and Show It: Retired Couple Blogs from Warm CountriesWe Travel on a Budget and Show It: Retired Couple Blogs from Warm Countries
We Travel on a Budget and Show It: Retired Couple Blogs from Warm CountriesA couple from Kuban in their 60s shares how they manage to live their best life by traveling to warm countries and running a popular blog about their budget adventures.
Vladivostok blogger sharply responds to St. Petersburg womanVladivostok blogger sharply responds to St. Petersburg woman
Vladivostok blogger sharply responds to St. Petersburg womanLocal blogger Alexander "SuperSasha" has issued a public response to a woman from St. Petersburg who criticized Vladivostok after a year of living there.
Major Accidents and Power Cuts Hit Rostov Region on January 27Major Accidents and Power Cuts Hit Rostov Region on January 27
Major Accidents and Power Cuts Hit Rostov Region on January 27Several major events occurred in Rostov Oblast on January 27, including serious road accidents on the M-4 highway and a large-scale power outage in the Aksaysky district.
Muscovites argue over transport fines and inspectors' workMuscovites argue over transport fines and inspectors' work
Muscovites argue over transport fines and inspectors' workMany passengers are unsure whether they will be fined for not immediately paying for their ride on packed buses. The issue has sparked a lively discussion among Muscovites.
Orphan Marries Twice During SVO, Family Sues WifeOrphan Marries Twice During SVO, Family Sues Wife
Orphan Marries Twice During SVO, Family Sues WifeA former orphan from Golyashmanovo married twice while serving in the special military operation in Ukraine. After he went missing, a bitter conflict erupted between his relatives and his official wife over potential compensation payments.
Freezing Weather and Daylight Hours in St. PetersburgFreezing Weather and Daylight Hours in St. Petersburg
Freezing Weather and Daylight Hours in St. PetersburgSt. Petersburg is experiencing a frosty morning today with temperatures expected to drop significantly in the coming days, reaching lows of -21°C (-6°F).
Yekaterinburg Beauties' Earnings from Business and BeautyYekaterinburg Beauties' Earnings from Business and Beauty
Yekaterinburg Beauties' Earnings from Business and BeautyThis article examines the entrepreneurial activities, including overseas salons and affordable haircare lines, that famous women from Yekaterinburg engage in beyond their primary careers.
From abandoned sites to landmark buildings: Yugra universities in archival photosFrom abandoned sites to landmark buildings: Yugra universities in archival photos
From abandoned sites to landmark buildings: Yugra universities in archival photosArchival images show the transformation of universities in Yugra, including Surgut State University's 'ship' and Yugra State University's tower, from their early construction phases.
Road near Rostov snowed in, officials tackle summer cafes on January 27Road near Rostov snowed in, officials tackle summer cafes on January 27
Road near Rostov snowed in, officials tackle summer cafes on January 27On January 27, a mass accident on the M-4 Don highway in Rostov Region caused traffic chaos, while thousands in Aksaysky District lost power. Here are other key events from that day.
Perm's Dzerzhinsky District Warehouse Fire Burns for Two HoursPerm's Dzerzhinsky District Warehouse Fire Burns for Two Hours
Perm's Dzerzhinsky District Warehouse Fire Burns for Two HoursRescuers are on site responding to the emergency.
Hundreds sign petition to keep Samovarov bathhouse from municipal takeover in ChitaHundreds sign petition to keep Samovarov bathhouse from municipal takeover in Chita
Hundreds sign petition to keep Samovarov bathhouse from municipal takeover in ChitaSeveral hundred residents of Chita have signed a petition urging city and regional authorities to renew the lease for the Samovarov bathhouse, which has been privately operated for eight years.
Yekaterinburg Woman Billed for Exiting Her Own Yard
Yekaterinburg Woman Billed for Exiting Her Own YardA parking operator demanded nearly two thousand rubles (about $22) from a resident for 12 hours of parking, even though her house is located next to a shopping center.
Health Ministry to Inspect Unfinished Irkutsk Radiology BuildingHealth Ministry to Inspect Unfinished Irkutsk Radiology Building
Health Ministry to Inspect Unfinished Irkutsk Radiology BuildingThe Russian Health Ministry will send a commission to study an unfinished radiology building in Irkutsk. Experts will determine the future purpose of the facility, according to the regional governor.
Yekaterinburg Resident Charged for Exiting Yard Blocked by Mall BarriersYekaterinburg Resident Charged for Exiting Yard Blocked by Mall Barriers
Yekaterinburg Resident Charged for Exiting Yard Blocked by Mall BarriersA Yekaterinburg resident was billed for 12 hours of parking when trying to leave her yard, which was blocked by barriers from a nearby shopping center.
Kobzev Announces Timeline for Irkutsk Inter-University CampusKobzev Announces Timeline for Irkutsk Inter-University Campus
Kobzev Announces Timeline for Irkutsk Inter-University CampusIrkutsk Region Governor Igor Kobzev has announced the potential timeline for building an inter-university campus in Irkutsk, a project for which the region has applied for funding several times without success.
Prosecutors prove S7 airline overbooking in courtProsecutors prove S7 airline overbooking in court
Prosecutors prove S7 airline overbooking in courtThe West Siberian Transport Prosecutor's Office successfully argued in court that S7 Airlines engaged in illegal overbooking, barring passengers from flights.
Ural Skier Beats Teen, Then Weeps in CourtUral Skier Beats Teen, Then Weeps in Court
Ural Skier Beats Teen, Then Weeps in CourtA skier in the Urals attacked a 13-year-old boy on a slope, and his mother defended him in court, where he broke down in tears.
Digitalization and Prices: Key Topics at Siberian Construction WeekDigitalization and Prices: Key Topics at Siberian Construction Week
Digitalization and Prices: Key Topics at Siberian Construction WeekThe premier industry event for Siberia and the Far East is set for February 10-13 in Novosibirsk.
Power Outages Scheduled in Voronezh Region on January 28Power Outages Scheduled in Voronezh Region on January 28
Power Outages Scheduled in Voronezh Region on January 28Residents in several districts of Voronezh Region will face temporary power supply interruptions on Wednesday, January 27, due to planned repair work.
Pensioner, Don't Hold Your Breath: State Duma Eyes Quarterly Pension IndexationPensioner, Don't Hold Your Breath: State Duma Eyes Quarterly Pension Indexation
Pensioner, Don't Hold Your Breath: State Duma Eyes Quarterly Pension IndexationHow much pensions can actually increase, no one can say.
Novosibirsk Blogger Shares How Imperfect Homemakers Can Be HappyNovosibirsk Blogger Shares How Imperfect Homemakers Can Be Happy
Novosibirsk Blogger Shares How Imperfect Homemakers Can Be HappyA story about how to be yourself, love every day, and not be afraid to try new things.
Saiga Reaches 80 km/h in Orenburg Steppes After 20 YearsSaiga Reaches 80 km/h in Orenburg Steppes After 20 Years
Saiga Reaches 80 km/h in Orenburg Steppes After 20 YearsInspectors in the Svetlinsky biological reserve captured images of a saiga antelope, marking its first sighting in the area in two decades.
Krasnoyarsk Man's Zivert Concert Seats Resold After Two-Year WaitKrasnoyarsk Man's Zivert Concert Seats Resold After Two-Year Wait
Krasnoyarsk Man's Zivert Concert Seats Resold After Two-Year WaitA Krasnoyarsk resident has been unable to attend a Zivert concert for two years after his purchased tickets were resold, according to Rospotrebnadzor (the Federal Service for Surveillance on Consumer Rights Protection and Human Well-being).