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Bus and cars collide, causing six-kilometer jam on M-4 DonBus and cars collide, causing six-kilometer jam on M-4 Don
Bus and cars collide, causing six-kilometer jam on M-4 DonA multi-vehicle accident involving a bus and several cars on the M-4 Don highway near Rostov has created a six-kilometer traffic jam, with no reported casualties.
Omsk RTS Ordered to Pay Teplovaya Kompaniya Over 82 Million RublesOmsk RTS Ordered to Pay Teplovaya Kompaniya Over 82 Million Rubles
Omsk RTS Ordered to Pay Teplovaya Kompaniya Over 82 Million RublesAn arbitration court has sided with the heating company in a dispute over underpaid services.
Krasnoyarsk Metro Contractor May Close as Leasing Equipment SeizedKrasnoyarsk Metro Contractor May Close as Leasing Equipment Seized
Krasnoyarsk Metro Contractor May Close as Leasing Equipment SeizedA subcontractor on the Krasnoyarsk metro project says promised payments never arrived, forcing him to consider shutting down his business.
Chita Quarter Plan Features Central Hotel Amid Thematic GardensChita Quarter Plan Features Central Hotel Amid Thematic Gardens
Chita Quarter Plan Features Central Hotel Amid Thematic GardensThe concept for the Chita Quarter, a hotel and business complex planned at a historic intersection in Chita, was unveiled on 26 January, with only four apartments remaining to be relocated.
Neighbors recount discovery of 11-year-old girl's body in AkademcheskyNeighbors recount discovery of 11-year-old girl's body in Akademchesky
Neighbors recount discovery of 11-year-old girl's body in AkademcheskyNeighbors have shared how an 11-year-old girl was found dead under the windows of a building in the Akademchesky district of Yekaterinburg, with a note and phone discovered on a balcony.
Commemorating the Siege: Events at Piskaryovskoye CemeteryCommemorating the Siege: Events at Piskaryovskoye Cemetery
Commemorating the Siege: Events at Piskaryovskoye CemeteryOn January 27, hundreds of residents of St. Petersburg visited Piskaryovskoye Memorial Cemetery to lay flowers in memory of the victims of the Siege of Leningrad.
Young Voronezh Resident Fakes Disability for MoneyYoung Voronezh Resident Fakes Disability for Money
Young Voronezh Resident Fakes Disability for MoneyPolice in Voronezh have fined a 21-year-old man for pretending to be disabled and asking passersby for financial help near a shopping center.
Pertsev regains stake in Balagan food hall
Pertsev regains stake in Balagan food hallRestaurateur Andrey Pertsev has become a co-owner of the Balagan food hall again after winning a court case. The state registry recorded the return of a 20% share in the managing company to him.
Horse owner releases herds in city near VolgogradHorse owner releases herds in city near Volgograd
Horse owner releases herds in city near VolgogradHorses roaming freely have been causing problems in Krasnoslobodsk for six months. Residents say the animals wander onto roads, damage property, and cause traffic accidents.
"Guys stood strong and scored good goals": Orsk's Yuzhny Ural wins third consecutive match"Guys stood strong and scored good goals": Orsk's Yuzhny Ural wins third consecutive match
"Guys stood strong and scored good goals": Orsk's Yuzhny Ural wins third consecutive matchThis time, Vladislav Otmakhov's team proved stronger than Tambov.
Cheap Sugar, Expensive Restaurants: Inflation Rises in Trans-UralsCheap Sugar, Expensive Restaurants: Inflation Rises in Trans-Urals
Cheap Sugar, Expensive Restaurants: Inflation Rises in Trans-UralsAnnual inflation in the Trans-Urals region increased to 6.49% in December, with sugar and other staples falling in price while restaurants and cafes saw hikes.
Warmer Winter Temperatures Forecast for KuzbassWarmer Winter Temperatures Forecast for Kuzbass
Warmer Winter Temperatures Forecast for KuzbassMeteorologists predict a rise in temperatures across the Kuzbass region, with some areas expected to reach -14°C (7°F) tomorrow.
Yaroslavl to Sell Historic Buildings in Privatization PlanYaroslavl to Sell Historic Buildings in Privatization Plan
Yaroslavl to Sell Historic Buildings in Privatization PlanSeveral historic buildings in Yaroslavl are set for privatization and sale in 2026. The list includes properties in the city center and on the outskirts.
New Traffic Police Chief Appointed in Stavropolsky DistrictNew Traffic Police Chief Appointed in Stavropolsky District
New Traffic Police Chief Appointed in Stavropolsky DistrictPolice Major Konstantin Avinov has been appointed as the head of the State Traffic Inspectorate for the Stavropolsky District, as part of a planned personnel rotation.
Not Just a Vitamin Deficiency: Doctors Name Causes of Leg CrampsNot Just a Vitamin Deficiency: Doctors Name Causes of Leg Cramps
Not Just a Vitamin Deficiency: Doctors Name Causes of Leg CrampsDoctors explain what microelements might be lacking and how to recognize when cramps are a sign of more serious health conditions.
Ex-Chief Doctor of Tolyatti Hospital No. 4 Bids FarewellEx-Chief Doctor of Tolyatti Hospital No. 4 Bids Farewell
Ex-Chief Doctor of Tolyatti Hospital No. 4 Bids FarewellSergey Tetyushkin, the former chief physician of Tolyatti City Hospital No. 4, has shared a farewell address following the completion of his contract, reflecting on 27 years of service.
Ex-Cop Swims in Vladivostok Ice for Strength and HealthEx-Cop Swims in Vladivostok Ice for Strength and Health
Ex-Cop Swims in Vladivostok Ice for Strength and HealthA former police officer from Chita now swims among ice floes in Vladivostok several times a week, saying the cold water boosts his vitality and keeps him healthy.
Firefighters battle large blaze overnight in Arkhangelsk regionFirefighters battle large blaze overnight in Arkhangelsk region
Firefighters battle large blaze overnight in Arkhangelsk regionFirefighters in the Arkhangelsk region worked overnight to extinguish a fire in a wooden house in Konosha, preventing it from spreading to neighboring buildings.
St. Petersburg Honors Leningrad Siege Liberation Day
St. Petersburg Honors Leningrad Siege Liberation DayOn January 27, St. Petersburg and across Russia mark the Day of the Complete Liberation of Leningrad from the Nazi Blockade. The siege lasted 872 days and ended on January 27, 1944.
Governor Chibis Announces Installation of Temporary Power LineGovernor Chibis Announces Installation of Temporary Power Line
Governor Chibis Announces Installation of Temporary Power LineIn the Murmansk region, a temporary power line has been installed, and specialists are starting to supply voltage in test mode, according to Governor Andrey Chibis.
Tourists Evicted, Complain to Police About Tyumen Travel AgencyTourists Evicted, Complain to Police About Tyumen Travel Agency
Tourists Evicted, Complain to Police About Tyumen Travel AgencyFamilies in Tyumen are left without vacations and money after paying for tours that never materialized, leading to police complaints.
Tomsk crematorium listed for sale online for 370 million rublesTomsk crematorium listed for sale online for 370 million rubles
Tomsk crematorium listed for sale online for 370 million rublesAn online advertisement has surfaced offering the Tomsk crematorium for 370 million rubles; we spoke with its director for comment.
Mayor Details Round-the-Clock Snow Clearing in Ryazan Amid SnowfallMayor Details Round-the-Clock Snow Clearing in Ryazan Amid Snowfall
Mayor Details Round-the-Clock Snow Clearing in Ryazan Amid SnowfallAnd do you believe that history won't repeat itself?
Novosibirsk Worker Receives Settlement After Employer DelayNovosibirsk Worker Receives Settlement After Employer Delay
Novosibirsk Worker Receives Settlement After Employer DelayRostrud restored the rights of a regional resident after a dismissal payment issue.
Horse owner terrorizes city with herds, sees no problemHorse owner terrorizes city with herds, sees no problem
Horse owner terrorizes city with herds, sees no problemAccording to residents, horses have been terrorizing them for over six months.