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Avtodor Denies Rumors of Toll Hike on M-12Avtodor Denies Rumors of Toll Hike on M-12
Avtodor Denies Rumors of Toll Hike on M-12The state highway company Avtodor has refuted rumors about increased tolls on the M-12 Moscow–Kazan route, stating that no decision has been made this year.
Volgograd reenactor arrested for walking in German post-war coatVolgograd reenactor arrested for walking in German post-war coat
Volgograd reenactor arrested for walking in German post-war coatA man from Volgograd's Krasnoarmeysky District has been sentenced to five days in custody for propaganda and public display of Nazi symbols, which the court deemed to be his wearing of a German post-war coat with Wehrmacht sergeant's shoulder straps.
Investigators launch criminal case for Omsk heating outageInvestigators launch criminal case for Omsk heating outage
Investigators launch criminal case for Omsk heating outageThe Investigative Committee for Omsk Region has opened a criminal case after pipe bursts caused heating outages on Osoaviakhimskaya Street and Karl Marx Avenue, citing poor repairs by utility workers.
Golden Double: A Sports Drama Hits TheatersGolden Double: A Sports Drama Hits Theaters
Golden Double: A Sports Drama Hits TheatersStarting January 29, the historical sports drama 'Golden Double' will be released, telling the story of coach Nikita Simonyan and his attempt to achieve the 'golden double' with the football club Ararat.
Large Two-Story House Burns on Volga Bank in SaratovLarge Two-Story House Burns on Volga Bank in Saratov
Large Two-Story House Burns on Volga Bank in SaratovA two-story private house in Saratov's Volzhsky district caught fire, but no one was injured, according to emergency services. Six fire crews extinguished the blaze.
Bus owner names cause of accident in RostovBus owner names cause of accident in Rostov
Bus owner names cause of accident in RostovHis explanation contradicts the official version from city authorities.
Margarita Simonyan Posts Bald Photo With 'Don't Be Afraid' MessageMargarita Simonyan Posts Bald Photo With 'Don't Be Afraid' Message
Margarita Simonyan Posts Bald Photo With 'Don't Be Afraid' MessageFor the past few months, the journalist has only appeared in public wearing a wig.
'Do Not Fear Anything': Margarita Simonyan Shows How She Looks Without Hair'Do Not Fear Anything': Margarita Simonyan Shows How She Looks Without Hair
'Do Not Fear Anything': Margarita Simonyan Shows How She Looks Without HairFor the past few months, the journalist has only appeared in public wearing a wig.
Don't Be Afraid: Margarita Simonyan Shows Herself Without HairDon't Be Afraid: Margarita Simonyan Shows Herself Without Hair
Don't Be Afraid: Margarita Simonyan Shows Herself Without HairFor months, journalist Margarita Simonyan has been appearing in public only with a wig, but now she has shared a photo of herself without hair.
Perm Zoo bunny 'escapes', joins Silkie chickens, stalks goatPerm Zoo bunny 'escapes', joins Silkie chickens, stalks goat
Perm Zoo bunny 'escapes', joins Silkie chickens, stalks goatPerm Zoo has shared footage of rabbit Jonathan amusing himself by 'escaping' his enclosure to visit Silkie chickens and stalk a goat.
Margarita Simonyan shares photo without hair amid cancer battleMargarita Simonyan shares photo without hair amid cancer battle
Margarita Simonyan shares photo without hair amid cancer battleRT editor-in-chief Margarita Simonyan has revealed a photo of herself without hair, after months of appearing in public only in wigs while undergoing treatment for breast cancer.
Man Sentenced to 22 Years for Treason and Sabotage in Irkutsk RegionMan Sentenced to 22 Years for Treason and Sabotage in Irkutsk Region
Man Sentenced to 22 Years for Treason and Sabotage in Irkutsk RegionA resident of Irkutsk Oblast has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for treason and setting fire to two communication towers, with the first five years to be served in a prison.
Young Tula police receive million for village relocationYoung Tula police receive million for village relocation
Young Tula police receive million for village relocationA new program in Tula region will offer one million rubles to young police officers who relocate to villages, starting February 1.
Illegal waste dumping found again in Vyborg quarryIllegal waste dumping found again in Vyborg quarry
Illegal waste dumping found again in Vyborg quarryPolice in St. Petersburg have again discovered illegal storage of construction waste in a quarry in the Leningrad Region. During the inspection, they caught working machinery in the act.
Gorelkin Opposes Blocking of Educational Resource SitesGorelkin Opposes Blocking of Educational Resource Sites
Gorelkin Opposes Blocking of Educational Resource SitesFirst Deputy Chairman of the State Duma Committee on Information Policy Anton Gorelkin has spoken out against the pre-trial blocking of resources with answers to exam tasks and ready-made homework assignments.
MAX Developers Introduce Scheduled Posting in MessengerMAX Developers Introduce Scheduled Posting in Messenger
MAX Developers Introduce Scheduled Posting in MessengerThe feature is available to both channel authors and regular users.
New Construction Market in 2026: Expectations and TrendsNew Construction Market in 2026: Expectations and Trends
New Construction Market in 2026: Expectations and TrendsIn 2025, Russian developers reduced the launch of new projects by 17%, although St. Petersburg saw growth. Experts predict market activation in 2026.
Rostov Bus Owner Blames Snow for Crash into StopRostov Bus Owner Blames Snow for Crash into Stop
Rostov Bus Owner Blames Snow for Crash into StopThe owner of a bus that crashed into a Rostov bus stop attributes the accident to uncleared snow, offering a narrative that contradicts the city administration's account of a collision between two buses.
Prosecutors charge ex-Krasnodar court deputy with money launderingProsecutors charge ex-Krasnodar court deputy with money laundering
Prosecutors charge ex-Krasnodar court deputy with money launderingProsecutors in Krasnodar have filed an anti-corruption lawsuit to seize property and assets from a former deputy chairman of the regional court, Igor Nikolaichuk, accusing him of money laundering.
Tula Residents Can Claim Education Expense Tax DeductionsTula Residents Can Claim Education Expense Tax Deductions
Tula Residents Can Claim Education Expense Tax DeductionsNew tax deduction regulations allow Tula residents to reclaim part of education costs for themselves and relatives, with updated limits and conditions.
Yekaterinburg Offers Free Public Transport, But With a CatchYekaterinburg Offers Free Public Transport, But With a Catch
Yekaterinburg Offers Free Public Transport, But With a CatchThe city will provide free rides on municipal transport for participants of the 'Lyzhnya Rossii' (Russia's Ski Track) event on 14 February 2026, but only for a few hours.
Man grabs gold chain and flees after robbing church shopMan grabs gold chain and flees after robbing church shop
Man grabs gold chain and flees after robbing church shopA man robbed a church shop in Murmansk, snatching a gold chain valued at 16,000 rubles (approx. $170) after asking to see it and a matching cross.
Ice in Apartments, Steam on Street: Burst Pipe Leads to PicketIce in Apartments, Steam on Street: Burst Pipe Leads to Picket
Ice in Apartments, Steam on Street: Burst Pipe Leads to PicketInvestigators have opened a criminal case against utility workers after a pipe rupture on Ordzhonikidze Street left Omsk residents without proper heating for over two weeks.
February utility bills in Yaroslavl will increaseFebruary utility bills in Yaroslavl will increase
February utility bills in Yaroslavl will increaseThe increase in payments is due to the rise in VAT and tariff adjustments that came into effect on January 1.
Krasnodar Residents Can Get Free Express Health DiagnosticsKrasnodar Residents Can Get Free Express Health Diagnostics
Krasnodar Residents Can Get Free Express Health DiagnosticsResidents of Krasnodar can undergo free express health diagnostics at mobile centers opening on the city's outskirts from January 28 to 30.