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Sochi Average Salary Hits 87.7k Rubles, Unemployment 0.2%Sochi Average Salary Hits 87.7k Rubles, Unemployment 0.2%
Sochi Average Salary Hits 87.7k Rubles, Unemployment 0.2%Sochi authorities reported a 6% increase in small and medium enterprises in 2025.
Flu persists, quarantines close classes in UdmurtiaFlu persists, quarantines close classes in Udmurtia
Flu persists, quarantines close classes in UdmurtiaOver 10,000 cases of acute respiratory viral infections have been reported in the Udmurt Republic, prompting the closure of 24 school classes and 17 kindergarten groups.
Tula Oblast ranks among top budget-friendly spring getawaysTula Oblast ranks among top budget-friendly spring getaways
Tula Oblast ranks among top budget-friendly spring getawaysAnalysts have included Tula Oblast in a list of regions offering the best value for spring travel, with an average four-night trip costing 28,000 rubles (about $280 at current rates).
Lecture on Betancourt's Plan and the "Committee of Beauty"Lecture on Betancourt's Plan and the "Committee of Beauty"
Lecture on Betancourt's Plan and the "Committee of Beauty"On January 28, at the Planetarium 1 Library, a free lecture will be held about engineer Betancourt and the "Committee of Beauty" he headed. It starts at 7:00 PM and is intended for persons over 16 years old.
Heart Breaks with Pain for Professor and Former Deputy GovernorHeart Breaks with Pain for Professor and Former Deputy Governor
Heart Breaks with Pain for Professor and Former Deputy GovernorVasily Kozlov, a Doctor of Economic Sciences and professor, has died in Nizhny Novgorod at the age of 78.
Balakovo Man's Arm Broken in Fight Over Unpaid FineBalakovo Man's Arm Broken in Fight Over Unpaid Fine
Balakovo Man's Arm Broken in Fight Over Unpaid FineA man from Balakovo provoked an attack with a shovel handle that broke his arm after an argument over an unpaid traffic camera fine, police said.
Prosecutor's Office Investigates Flooded Samara KindergartenProsecutor's Office Investigates Flooded Samara Kindergarten
Prosecutor's Office Investigates Flooded Samara KindergartenAuthorities are relocating 29 children from a flooded kindergarten in Samara. The prosecutor's office is investigating the incident and monitoring repair efforts.
Deadly Nipah virus from India lacks cure, doctors warnDeadly Nipah virus from India lacks cure, doctors warn
Deadly Nipah virus from India lacks cure, doctors warnDoctors assess whether the Nipah virus could spread to Russia from recent outbreaks in India.
After 13 Years, Muscovite Convicted for Venyov MurderAfter 13 Years, Muscovite Convicted for Venyov Murder
After 13 Years, Muscovite Convicted for Venyov MurderA 46-year-old Moscow resident has been convicted for the 2013 beating death of a man in Venyov District, Tula Region, while his accomplice remains at large and is wanted internationally.
Volgograd Deputies to Alter Compensation Process for Drone VictimsVolgograd Deputies to Alter Compensation Process for Drone Victims
Volgograd Deputies to Alter Compensation Process for Drone VictimsVolgograd city deputies plan to modify the procedure for awarding compensations to residents affected by downed drones, but the payout amounts will remain the same.
Bus crashes into minibus, blocking Marx Avenue in Omsk — videoBus crashes into minibus, blocking Marx Avenue in Omsk — video
Bus crashes into minibus, blocking Marx Avenue in Omsk — videoA bus collided with a minibus on Karl Marx Avenue in Omsk on January 26, obstructing traffic. The accident was filmed and posted online, with no injuries reported.
Novosibirsk Region Begins Early Preparations for Spring Flooding Due to Heavy SnowNovosibirsk Region Begins Early Preparations for Spring Flooding Due to Heavy Snow
Novosibirsk Region Begins Early Preparations for Spring Flooding Due to Heavy SnowAuthorities in Novosibirsk Region are inspecting dams and storm drains ahead of the spring thaw to mitigate potential flooding.
Severe frosts to hit Volgograd region for another daySevere frosts to hit Volgograd region for another day
Severe frosts to hit Volgograd region for another dayMeteorologists warn residents of Volgograd region about another extremely cold night, with temperatures dropping to -30°C (-22°F), but a rapid warming is expected by Wednesday.
Sergey Tetyushkin steps down as head of Tolyatti Hospital No. 4Sergey Tetyushkin steps down as head of Tolyatti Hospital No. 4
Sergey Tetyushkin steps down as head of Tolyatti Hospital No. 4Sergey Tetyushkin, a bodybuilder, surgeon, and city council deputy, is leaving his position as head of City Hospital No. 4 in Tolyatti. His annual contract has ended, and a new director is set to take over.
Ex-St. Petersburg Skater Torup Details Cold Welcome in Danish Team
Ex-St. Petersburg Skater Torup Details Cold Welcome in Danish TeamFormer Russian short track skater Sofia Torup, who now represents Denmark, has faced harsh treatment from the local federation. Even a victory at the European Championships did not change the situation.
11-year-old boy dies while tubing in Moscow region village11-year-old boy dies while tubing in Moscow region village
11-year-old boy dies while tubing in Moscow region villageAn 11-year-old boy was taken to a hospital with injuries and later died. He was sledding on a plastic sled in an area not meant for the activity.
Barnaul Resident's Clay Pot Potatoes and Chicken RecipeBarnaul Resident's Clay Pot Potatoes and Chicken Recipe
Barnaul Resident's Clay Pot Potatoes and Chicken RecipeThe secret to success is the right cookware.
Chagall's Love in Movement: Maly Theater PremiereChagall's Love in Movement: Maly Theater Premiere
Chagall's Love in Movement: Maly Theater PremiereOn January 27, the Maly Puppet Theater will present the physical production 'Above Chagall's City' directed by Nadia Almukhametova. The play-mystification is dedicated to the love story of Marc Chagall and his muse Bella Rosenfeld.
Chita Children's Hospital Elevator Replacement After Putin AppealChita Children's Hospital Elevator Replacement After Putin Appeal
Chita Children's Hospital Elevator Replacement After Putin AppealStaff at a children's hospital in Chita appealed to President Putin's direct line about a broken elevator, leading to a promise for a new installation.
Ulyanovsk sailor travels the route of Jules Verne's heroes through Magellan StraitUlyanovsk sailor travels the route of Jules Verne's heroes through Magellan Strait
Ulyanovsk sailor travels the route of Jules Verne's heroes through Magellan StraitYachtsman Dmitry Startsev has navigated 500 miles through the Strait of Magellan on the schooner 'Amazon', following the path described in 'The Children of Captain Grant'.
Volgograd region faces another day of severe frostVolgograd region faces another day of severe frost
Volgograd region faces another day of severe frostExtreme warming is forecast to arrive in the region this Wednesday.
Baby Food Sales Drop in Omsk Region: Key ReasonsBaby Food Sales Drop in Omsk Region: Key Reasons
Baby Food Sales Drop in Omsk Region: Key ReasonsSales of baby food in Omsk Region have fallen by 10-12% over the past year, while prices nationally rose by 44% in late 2025, driven by demographic shifts and a move to online platforms.
Volgograd to revise drone victim compensation processVolgograd to revise drone victim compensation process
Volgograd to revise drone victim compensation processVolgograd city deputies plan to change the procedure for compensating residents affected by downed drones, but they do not intend to adjust the payment amounts yet.
Roe deer and moose killed on Saratov roads over two yearsRoe deer and moose killed on Saratov roads over two years
Roe deer and moose killed on Saratov roads over two yearsCollisions with wildlife on roads in Saratov Region have caused over 5 million rubles (approximately $55,600 at current rates) in damage in the past two years, according to local authorities.