Latest News from Russia

Temperatures to reach +1°C in Novosibirsk Region on FridayTemperatures to reach +1°C in Novosibirsk Region on Friday
Temperatures to reach +1°C in Novosibirsk Region on FridaySnowfalls are expected in the region as temperatures rise to just above freezing on Friday, according to the West Siberian Hydrometeorological Service.
Deputy minister avoids head-on collision, car crashes into snowdriftDeputy minister avoids head-on collision, car crashes into snowdrift
Deputy minister avoids head-on collision, car crashes into snowdriftThe accident occurred on January 28 on the road between Yoshkar-Ola and Nizhny Novgorod in difficult weather conditions. The deputy minister and the driver suffered minor injuries.
Galitsky's Fairy Tale Over? Krasnodar Park Begins Removing New Year IlluminationsGalitsky's Fairy Tale Over? Krasnodar Park Begins Removing New Year Illuminations
Galitsky's Fairy Tale Over? Krasnodar Park Begins Removing New Year IlluminationsThe snowflake decorations, loved by many residents, are being taken down. Workers were spotted on the stadium facade starting the dismantling process.
Forecasters: Sharp Warming for Voronezh After Bitter FrostsForecasters: Sharp Warming for Voronezh After Bitter Frosts
Forecasters: Sharp Warming for Voronezh After Bitter FrostsJust a few more days of bitter cold remain for Voronezh residents before temperatures rise sharply.
Emergency Warning Issued for Abnormal ColdEmergency Warning Issued for Abnormal Cold
Emergency Warning Issued for Abnormal ColdAbnormal cold is expected in Yaroslavl Region from February 4 to 6. Temperatures will be 7-12 degrees below the climatic norm.
Stepfather gets 10 years for biting stepson and showing pornStepfather gets 10 years for biting stepson and showing porn
Stepfather gets 10 years for biting stepson and showing pornThe mother learned about the crimes after her son started seeing a psychologist due to changes in behavior.
Mouse Spotted Running in Tyumen School CorridorMouse Spotted Running in Tyumen School Corridor
Mouse Spotted Running in Tyumen School CorridorSchoolchildren filmed a video showing a rodent initially fleeing from children, then chasing them.
Mouse spotted running in corridor of Tyumen schoolMouse spotted running in corridor of Tyumen school
Mouse spotted running in corridor of Tyumen schoolStudents at a Tyumen school spotted a mouse in the corridor on February 2; it initially fled from them but then turned and chased them.
Driver ejected from car in Left Bank crash — videoDriver ejected from car in Left Bank crash — video
Driver ejected from car in Left Bank crash — videoA driver was thrown from his vehicle after a three-car collision on the Left Bank in Omsk. The accident occurred yesterday morning, but no injuries were reported.
February Weather in Krasnodar: Forecasts vs. Folk SignsFebruary Weather in Krasnodar: Forecasts vs. Folk Signs
February Weather in Krasnodar: Forecasts vs. Folk SignsWhat can Krasnodar, the capital of Kuban, expect: warming or lingering cold?
Emergency Warning for Anomalous Frosts in Yaroslavl RegionEmergency Warning for Anomalous Frosts in Yaroslavl Region
Emergency Warning for Anomalous Frosts in Yaroslavl RegionAuthorities have issued an emergency warning for three days of anomalous frosts in Yaroslavl Region, with temperatures expected to drop significantly below the norm.
'Shoots at Everyone': Student Storms Ufa School with Weapon'Shoots at Everyone': Student Storms Ufa School with Weapon
'Shoots at Everyone': Student Storms Ufa School with WeaponA ninth-grade student armed with a weapon stormed a school in Ufa, Russia, firing shots and setting off an explosion, according to reports.
Stepfather Gets 10 Years for Sexually Abusing StepsonStepfather Gets 10 Years for Sexually Abusing Stepson
Stepfather Gets 10 Years for Sexually Abusing StepsonA mother in Yekaterinburg learned her son was being abused by his stepfather after the boy confided in a psychologist during therapy sessions.
Kindergarten reopens in Nyagan after salmonella outbreakKindergarten reopens in Nyagan after salmonella outbreak
Kindergarten reopens in Nyagan after salmonella outbreakThe 'Teremok' kindergarten in Nyagan has reopened after a salmonella outbreak that hospitalized nine children. Disinfection and restrictive measures have been put in place.
Foreign car kills moose in Samara OblastForeign car kills moose in Samara Oblast
Foreign car kills moose in Samara OblastEarly Tuesday morning, a moose was killed in a collision with a car on the M-5 highway in Samara Oblast, and the driver was hospitalized with injuries.
Lawmakers Propose Extending Family Mortgage Access to Pregnant WomenLawmakers Propose Extending Family Mortgage Access to Pregnant Women
Lawmakers Propose Extending Family Mortgage Access to Pregnant WomenA Russian lawmaker has proposed expanding the state-supported 'Family Mortgage' program to include families from the seventh month of pregnancy, citing the need to help young families secure housing when they need it most.
Savannah Guthrie's Mother Kidnapped from Bed at NightSavannah Guthrie's Mother Kidnapped from Bed at Night
Savannah Guthrie's Mother Kidnapped from Bed at Night84-year-old Nancy Guthrie has disappeared from her home in Tucson, and authorities fear for her life due to missing medication. Her daughter, the well-known TV host, has appealed for help.
Ministry Recommends 2026 Spring Break Dates for SchoolsMinistry Recommends 2026 Spring Break Dates for Schools
Ministry Recommends 2026 Spring Break Dates for SchoolsRussia's Ministry of Education has recommended holding spring school holidays from 28 March to 5 April 2026. Minister Sergei Kravtsov announced the proposed dates.
Man Found Dead in Fire at Altai VillageMan Found Dead in Fire at Altai Village
Man Found Dead in Fire at Altai VillageA man was discovered deceased after a fire at a private home in Talmenka, Altai Krai, with preliminary reports indicating careless smoking as the probable cause.
Krasnodar Trauma Center Sees Over 600 Ice-Related InjuriesKrasnodar Trauma Center Sees Over 600 Ice-Related Injuries
Krasnodar Trauma Center Sees Over 600 Ice-Related InjuriesIn Krasnodar, icy conditions in January led to over 600 people visiting a trauma center. The total number of injuries from slippery roads is unknown.
Freeze leaves Ryazan residents with only boiling waterFreeze leaves Ryazan residents with only boiling water
Freeze leaves Ryazan residents with only boiling waterAbout a thousand residents in the Ryazan village of Dyadkovo have lost cold water supply due to repair work in nearly -30°C (-22°F) weather. They can only use boiling water for now.
Stavropol warned of fog, ice, and cooling weatherStavropol warned of fog, ice, and cooling weather
Stavropol warned of fog, ice, and cooling weatherWith fog and black ice forecast, Stavropol residents are warned to be careful on the roads in the coming days.
Teenager Opens Fire on Classmates and Teacher in UfaTeenager Opens Fire on Classmates and Teacher in Ufa
Teenager Opens Fire on Classmates and Teacher in UfaA ninth-grade student has opened fire inside a school gymnasium in Ufa, with initial reports indicating casualties, although some officials have denied this information. The alleged attacker has been detained.
Saratov snow removal lacks millions for new equipmentSaratov snow removal lacks millions for new equipment
Saratov snow removal lacks millions for new equipmentAfter heavy snowfalls, Saratov officials report a funding gap of hundreds of millions of rubles for snow removal equipment.
Trampoline Owner to Pay 450,000 Rubles for Child InjuryTrampoline Owner to Pay 450,000 Rubles for Child Injury
Trampoline Owner to Pay 450,000 Rubles for Child InjuryThe incident occurred in the central park of Chelyabinsk on a legally operating attraction.