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Villagers near Volgograd plead to save deteriorating Akhtuba bridgeVillagers near Volgograd plead to save deteriorating Akhtuba bridge
Villagers near Volgograd plead to save deteriorating Akhtuba bridgeLocal authorities promise to fix it, but residents of a village in Volgograd Region fear a critical pontoon bridge over the Akhtuba River may not last the winter.
Novosibirsk Dietitian on Apple Benefits for Blood VesselsNovosibirsk Dietitian on Apple Benefits for Blood Vessels
Novosibirsk Dietitian on Apple Benefits for Blood VesselsA Novosibirsk dietitian explains how to eat apples properly to avoid health risks and maximize benefits.
Sochi court schedules appeal in fatal BMW hit-and-run caseSochi court schedules appeal in fatal BMW hit-and-run case
Sochi court schedules appeal in fatal BMW hit-and-run caseThe Third Appellate Court in Sochi has set a date to hear appeals in the case of Alexander Pak, convicted for the death of a mother of several children. The hearings are scheduled to begin in late February.
Kirov Square Ice Slide to Close in FebruaryKirov Square Ice Slide to Close in February
Kirov Square Ice Slide to Close in FebruaryThe main New Year's tree in Irkutsk is already being dismantled, but the popular ice slide in Kirov Square will remain open a while longer.
Construction of Two Interchanges in Tyumen PostponedConstruction of Two Interchanges in Tyumen Postponed
Construction of Two Interchanges in Tyumen PostponedThe implementation of projects to turn Melnikayte Street into a continuous-flow highway has encountered financial difficulties.
Private Math Lyceum Opens in Yekaterinburg for Grades 1-9Private Math Lyceum Opens in Yekaterinburg for Grades 1-9
Private Math Lyceum Opens in Yekaterinburg for Grades 1-9A private mathematics lyceum named 'Kvadrium' is set to open in Yekaterinburg's Academic District this September, focusing on STEM subjects and IT.
Legendary 'Chaika' and 'Volga' Cars: A Tour of a Famous Nizhny Novgorod MuseumLegendary 'Chaika' and 'Volga' Cars: A Tour of a Famous Nizhny Novgorod Museum
Legendary 'Chaika' and 'Volga' Cars: A Tour of a Famous Nizhny Novgorod MuseumOne of Nizhny Novgorod's most interesting sites is the museum of the Gorky Automobile Plant's history, showcasing legendary Soviet cars like the 'Chaika' and 'Pobeda'.
Phuket-Barnaul flight lands safely after emergency landing in ChinaPhuket-Barnaul flight lands safely after emergency landing in China
Phuket-Barnaul flight lands safely after emergency landing in ChinaAll passengers are safe after a flight from Phuket to Barnaul made an emergency landing in China before landing safely in Russia.
Krasnoyarsk Residents Pick Best Soy Sauce and Explain WhyKrasnoyarsk Residents Pick Best Soy Sauce and Explain Why
Krasnoyarsk Residents Pick Best Soy Sauce and Explain WhyResidents of Krasnoyarsk have selected the top soy sauce in a week-long poll on a local Telegram channel, with a significant margin between first and second place.
Test Your Patience in Ryazan Traffic JamsTest Your Patience in Ryazan Traffic Jams
Test Your Patience in Ryazan Traffic JamsWhy is everything like this?
When to Plant Petunia Seeds: Timing and Rules for Finicky SeedlingsWhen to Plant Petunia Seeds: Timing and Rules for Finicky Seedlings
When to Plant Petunia Seeds: Timing and Rules for Finicky SeedlingsA Novosibirsk agronomist has outlined the optimal timing for planting petunia seeds for seedlings.
New restaurant to open in Chelyabinsk hotel after Oliver's lease endsNew restaurant to open in Chelyabinsk hotel after Oliver's lease ends
New restaurant to open in Chelyabinsk hotel after Oliver's lease endsThe owners of the Oliver restaurant chain failed to renew their lease at the Ibis Styles hotel in Chelyabinsk. From March 1, the hotel's restaurant and spa complex will be operated by the Life Easy Group holding.
New utility tariffs to rise in Kurgan Oblast from OctoberNew utility tariffs to rise in Kurgan Oblast from October
New utility tariffs to rise in Kurgan Oblast from OctoberUtility payments in Kurgan Oblast will increase by an average of 12.4% from October 1, adding hundreds of rubles to monthly bills.
Neighbor confesses to schoolgirl's murder after 19 yearsNeighbor confesses to schoolgirl's murder after 19 years
Neighbor confesses to schoolgirl's murder after 19 yearsThe accused confessed to the crime while serving a sentence for the corruption of a minor. The girl's murder was solved nearly two decades after her disappearance in a settlement near Nizhny Tagil.
Expert Advises on Proper Warming in Frosty ConditionsExpert Advises on Proper Warming in Frosty Conditions
Expert Advises on Proper Warming in Frosty ConditionsA therapist from Omsk shares essential recommendations for staying warm during cold spells, including layered clothing, hearty meals, and avoiding alcohol.
Tyumen struggles to build two major interchanges on arterial roadTyumen struggles to build two major interchanges on arterial road
Tyumen struggles to build two major interchanges on arterial roadTyumen officials cite funding issues as the reason why Melnikayte Street has not yet been upgraded to a continuous-flow arterial with planned interchanges.
Neighbor Confesses to Killing and Burning Schoolgirl 19 Years LaterNeighbor Confesses to Killing and Burning Schoolgirl 19 Years Later
Neighbor Confesses to Killing and Burning Schoolgirl 19 Years LaterA man in a Ural village confessed to strangling a schoolgirl and burning her body in 2007, a crime revealed only after he was imprisoned for another offense. The girl's disappearance had remained a mystery for nearly two decades.
Volgograd: Where They Pay the Most and the LeastVolgograd: Where They Pay the Most and the Least
Volgograd: Where They Pay the Most and the LeastStatistics for January-November 2025 show the industries with the highest and lowest average wages in the Volgograd region.
Saturday weather in Arkhangelsk Oblast: cold or warming?Saturday weather in Arkhangelsk Oblast: cold or warming?
Saturday weather in Arkhangelsk Oblast: cold or warming?On Saturday, January 24, the Arkhangelsk Oblast will see a warming trend, with temperatures ranging from -4°C to -9°C (25°F to 16°F). However, some areas will experience colder conditions, with lows between -14°C and -19°C (7°F to -2°F).
Cars stuck in snowy slush: Novosibirsk neighborhood flooded with water due to utility accidentCars stuck in snowy slush: Novosibirsk neighborhood flooded with water due to utility accident
Cars stuck in snowy slush: Novosibirsk neighborhood flooded with water due to utility accidentA utility pipe burst in the European Bereg neighborhood of Novosibirsk, flooding streets with hot water and creating slushy conditions for vehicles.
Doctors battle for mother's life after fatal crash in PrimoryeDoctors battle for mother's life after fatal crash in Primorye
Doctors battle for mother's life after fatal crash in PrimoryeThe daughter of a woman injured in a fatal car crash in Primorye has been stabilized, while doctors continue to fight for the mother's life.
Mass blackout in Russian Arctic leads to criminal negligence caseMass blackout in Russian Arctic leads to criminal negligence case
Mass blackout in Russian Arctic leads to criminal negligence caseHomes in Murmansk and Severomorsk were left without power and heating after widespread outages, leading to a criminal investigation for negligence.
Former Paramedic Valery Danilov Elected to Voronezh City CouncilFormer Paramedic Valery Danilov Elected to Voronezh City Council
Former Paramedic Valery Danilov Elected to Voronezh City CouncilValery Danilov, a former paramedic and entrepreneur, entered the Voronezh City Council for the first time after winning a single-mandate district in the 2024 elections.
Legendary Buran spacecraft displayed in museum near Yekaterinburg
Legendary Buran spacecraft displayed in museum near YekaterinburgThe Buran spacecraft, a legend of Soviet cosmonautics, is now on display in a museum near Yekaterinburg.
Volgograd Identifies Highest and Lowest Paying JobsVolgograd Identifies Highest and Lowest Paying Jobs
Volgograd Identifies Highest and Lowest Paying JobsA statistical report reveals which industries in the Volgograd region offer the best salaries and which barely meet subsistence levels for the first ten months of 2025.