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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.
Larionov explains SKA's defeat
Larionov explains SKA's defeatSKA head coach Igor Larionov, after the fifth consecutive loss, spoke about the lack of passion, goal drought, and psychological problems of the team.
Schools to switch to new curriculum and textbooks: timelineSchools to switch to new curriculum and textbooks: timeline
Schools to switch to new curriculum and textbooks: timelineRussian Education Minister Sergey Kravtsov announced plans to introduce uniform textbooks across all schools within three to four years.
Blockade bread distributed in Yekaterinburg to commemorate Leningrad siegeBlockade bread distributed in Yekaterinburg to commemorate Leningrad siege
Blockade bread distributed in Yekaterinburg to commemorate Leningrad siegeEvents marking the 82nd anniversary of the Leningrad Siege's end took place in Yekaterinburg. Participants received symbolic 125-gram portions of bread, representing the daily ration during the blockade.
Pavlov's Day: Folk beliefs and the danger of envyPavlov's Day: Folk beliefs and the danger of envy
Pavlov's Day: Folk beliefs and the danger of envyOn January 28, the Orthodox Church honors St. Paul of Thebes, a day linked to folk omens, weather predictions, and traditions discouraging envy.
Yekaterinburg residents taste tiny daily ration of siege breadYekaterinburg residents taste tiny daily ration of siege bread
Yekaterinburg residents taste tiny daily ration of siege breadCommemorative events in Yekaterinburg marked the 82nd anniversary of the lifting of the Siege of Leningrad, where people sampled the meager bread ration that sustained residents.
Primorye Wednesday Forecast: Frosts to -17 °C, North WindPrimorye Wednesday Forecast: Frosts to -17 °C, North Wind
Primorye Wednesday Forecast: Frosts to -17 °C, North WindMeteorologists have issued a weather forecast for Wednesday in Primorye, warning of light snow in some areas, temperatures dropping to -17 °C (1.4 °F), and a strengthening north wind.
Barnaul-Adler Train Conductor Unveils Challenges of Rail LifeBarnaul-Adler Train Conductor Unveils Challenges of Rail Life
Barnaul-Adler Train Conductor Unveils Challenges of Rail LifeAleksandra Pogran, a conductor on the long-distance Barnaul to Adler train, discusses the realities of her profession, from handling emergencies to maintaining composure with diverse passengers.