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Samara Dormitory Residents Await Repairs Until 2051Samara Dormitory Residents Await Repairs Until 2051
Samara Dormitory Residents Await Repairs Until 2051Residents of a dormitory in Samara's Sotsgorod district are trapped in a decaying building with major repairs postponed for a quarter century, as authorities plan renovations only for 2049-2051.
Unusually low traffic congestion recorded in St. Petersburg before evening rush hourUnusually low traffic congestion recorded in St. Petersburg before evening rush hour
Unusually low traffic congestion recorded in St. Petersburg before evening rush hourOn the evening of January 26, an unusually low level of road congestion was recorded in St. Petersburg, despite road closures in effect in the city center.
Missing Ryazan man found dead; mother's live-in partner burned corpseMissing Ryazan man found dead; mother's live-in partner burned corpse
Missing Ryazan man found dead; mother's live-in partner burned corpseThe mother's live-in partner initially told investigators he was unaware of the missing man's whereabouts, but later confessed to beating him to death and burning the body in a trash pit.
Blogger names top 5 places in Arkhangelsk regionBlogger names top 5 places in Arkhangelsk region
Blogger names top 5 places in Arkhangelsk regionTravel blogger Artem Ryndevich highlighted five must-see locations in the northern region, arguing that its landscapes rival those of Finland and Sweden.
Ural Rapper MC Kisulya's Viral Video Made Her a National SensationUral Rapper MC Kisulya's Viral Video Made Her a National Sensation
Ural Rapper MC Kisulya's Viral Video Made Her a National SensationIn this video, we share the story of Yulia Dunayeva, known as MC Kisulya.
'Your citizenship means nothing': Blogger and daughter detained at Koltsovo airport'Your citizenship means nothing': Blogger and daughter detained at Koltsovo airport
'Your citizenship means nothing': Blogger and daughter detained at Koltsovo airportBlogger Alexandra Kotskaya and her young daughter were detained at Yekaterinburg's Koltsovo airport after returning from Kazakhstan due to issues with the child's travel documents.
Pulkovo restores check-in systems after outage
Pulkovo restores check-in systems after outageNormal operation of check-in systems at Pulkovo Airport has been restored, but it will take time for service to normalize. The outage in the Leonardo booking system affected airports across Russia.
Bank Saint Petersburg Reports 39.7 Billion Rubles Net Profit for 2025
Bank Saint Petersburg Reports 39.7 Billion Rubles Net Profit for 2025Bank Saint Petersburg has summarized its financial results for 2025. The credit institution's net profit amounted to 39.7 billion rubles (approximately $441 million at current rates), which is 21.9% lower than the 2024 figure.
Stavropol Ex-Deputy Gets 3 Years for Multi-Million FraudStavropol Ex-Deputy Gets 3 Years for Multi-Million Fraud
Stavropol Ex-Deputy Gets 3 Years for Multi-Million FraudA former deputy chairman of the Stavropol government has been sentenced to three years in prison for borrowing 7.5 million rubles (about $75,000 at current rates) and failing to repay it.
Novosibirsk man steals friend's car, loses control repeatedlyNovosibirsk man steals friend's car, loses control repeatedly
Novosibirsk man steals friend's car, loses control repeatedlyThe men had been drinking alcohol together the previous day.
Temperature Swings: Kuban Residents Warned of Frost and Black IceTemperature Swings: Kuban Residents Warned of Frost and Black Ice
Temperature Swings: Kuban Residents Warned of Frost and Black IceResidents of Kuban in southern Russia are warned of cold and icy conditions, but temperatures are expected to rise sharply mid-week.
Running Doe Interchange in Nizhnevartovsk to Close from FebruaryRunning Doe Interchange in Nizhnevartovsk to Close from February
Running Doe Interchange in Nizhnevartovsk to Close from FebruaryThe overpass across the railway is set for major repairs.
Leninsky District faces unprecedented 60-year power outageLeninsky District faces unprecedented 60-year power outage
Leninsky District faces unprecedented 60-year power outageIn Murmansk's Leninsky District, rotating power outages and aid centers define life as residents await restoration after a major grid failure on January 23.
St. Petersburg to raise unpaid parking fine to 5,000 rubles
St. Petersburg to raise unpaid parking fine to 5,000 rublesIn St. Petersburg, plans are underway to increase fines for unpaid parking. For citizens, the amount will rise from 3,000 to 5,000 rubles.
Blue Light on Yekaterinburg City Hall Announces Baby BoyBlue Light on Yekaterinburg City Hall Announces Baby Boy
Blue Light on Yekaterinburg City Hall Announces Baby BoyIn Yekaterinburg, the city administration building was lit up in blue during a gender reveal party, signaling that a student family is expecting a boy.
Gagarin Airport experiences booking system failureGagarin Airport experiences booking system failure
Gagarin Airport experiences booking system failureA system failure at Saratov's Gagarin Airport on January 26 is forcing staff to manually enter passenger data during check-in, leading to delays.
Coach Says Sambo Fighter Planned Russian Team Camp Before DeathCoach Says Sambo Fighter Planned Russian Team Camp Before Death
Coach Says Sambo Fighter Planned Russian Team Camp Before Death18-year-old sambo fighter Alexandra Lalakchina from Voronezh went missing on January 22 and was found deceased on January 24.
Two Railroad Crossings in Ryazan Region to Close for RepairsTwo Railroad Crossings in Ryazan Region to Close for Repairs
Two Railroad Crossings in Ryazan Region to Close for RepairsIn Ryazan region, two railroad crossings will be temporarily closed due to repair work, the regional Ministry of Transport reported.
Flu and ARVI Cases Fall by 17% in Tula OblastFlu and ARVI Cases Fall by 17% in Tula Oblast
Flu and ARVI Cases Fall by 17% in Tula OblastIn Tula Oblast, seasonal flu and ARVI cases plummeted over the past week, with flu infections alone decreasing nearly threefold, the regional Rospotrebnadzor reported.
Rostov CHP-2 Operating at Only Half CapacityRostov CHP-2 Operating at Only Half Capacity
Rostov CHP-2 Operating at Only Half CapacityAfter the December accident at the thermal power plant, only two out of four boilers are operational, leading to insufficient heating in the city.
Powerhouse Club May Close After 12 Years on TagankaPowerhouse Club May Close After 12 Years on Taganka
Powerhouse Club May Close After 12 Years on TagankaThe Powerhouse club team has announced its possible closure following 12 years in operation. The venue has become mired in debt, citing rising costs and a declining average check.
Yekaterinburg City Hall Lit Blue for Gender RevealYekaterinburg City Hall Lit Blue for Gender Reveal
Yekaterinburg City Hall Lit Blue for Gender RevealThe Yekaterinburg city administration building was illuminated in blue on January 26 to announce a baby boy for a student couple during a gender reveal party.
Ural Woman Turns Maternity Leave Braiding into Profitable BusinessUral Woman Turns Maternity Leave Braiding into Profitable Business
Ural Woman Turns Maternity Leave Braiding into Profitable BusinessDarya Zhukova has been creating unusual braids for years and winning hairdressing competitions, transforming her hobby into a successful business after starting during maternity leave.
Deputy principal of School No. 9 blamed for school nutrition problems in BalashovDeputy principal of School No. 9 blamed for school nutrition problems in Balashov
Deputy principal of School No. 9 blamed for school nutrition problems in BalashovThe scandal over 'rotten' food in Balashov schools continues to rage. A deputy principal of one school is now being held responsible.