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Hearing-impaired boy from Chita fulfills dream singing with Gosha KutsenkoHearing-impaired boy from Chita fulfills dream singing with Gosha Kutsenko
Hearing-impaired boy from Chita fulfills dream singing with Gosha KutsenkoZakhar Ryumin, a hearing-impaired boy from Chita, sang a duet with actor Gosha Kutsenko in Moscow during the Sixth Charity Festival 'Your Talents Are So Needed by the Planet'.
Novosibirsk Veterinarians Debunk Fish Feeding Myth for CatsNovosibirsk Veterinarians Debunk Fish Feeding Myth for Cats
Novosibirsk Veterinarians Debunk Fish Feeding Myth for CatsFish contains phosphorus that can harm cats' kidneys, according to veterinarians in Novosibirsk, who advise against this common practice.
Tyumen cancels in-person classes for grades 1-9Tyumen cancels in-person classes for grades 1-9
Tyumen cancels in-person classes for grades 1-9In-person classes for the first shift of students in grades 1-9 have been canceled in Tyumen due to low temperatures.
Weekly Food Price Changes in Altai KraiWeekly Food Price Changes in Altai Krai
Weekly Food Price Changes in Altai KraiPrices for various food items increased in Altai Krai between January 12 and 19, 2026, with butter, tomatoes, and cucumbers seeing the highest jumps.
Russian Cocoa Grower in Venezuela on Chocolate Market ShiftsRussian Cocoa Grower in Venezuela on Chocolate Market Shifts
Russian Cocoa Grower in Venezuela on Chocolate Market ShiftsA Russian entrepreneur cultivating cocoa in Venezuela discusses price volatility, quality degradation, and political risks affecting the chocolate industry.
Russian Businessman Grows Cocoa in Venezuela Amid Market ShiftsRussian Businessman Grows Cocoa in Venezuela Amid Market Shifts
Russian Businessman Grows Cocoa in Venezuela Amid Market ShiftsEntrepreneur Vladimir Skarzov discusses cocoa price fluctuations and the risk of chocolate shortages in an exclusive interview.
Tyumen cancels in-person classes for some studentsTyumen cancels in-person classes for some students
Tyumen cancels in-person classes for some studentsFrosty weather lingers in the Tyumen region, prompting authorities to cancel school sessions for younger grades.
From Kremlin Walls to Ravine: Ufa's Oldest StreetFrom Kremlin Walls to Ravine: Ufa's Oldest Street
From Kremlin Walls to Ravine: Ufa's Oldest StreetPosadskaya Street in Ufa is the city's first and oldest, dating back to the 17th century, offering a glimpse into historical trade and architecture.
Lessons Cancelled in Magnitogorsk Schools Due to FrostLessons Cancelled in Magnitogorsk Schools Due to Frost
Lessons Cancelled in Magnitogorsk Schools Due to FrostOn Saturday, January 24, students in grades 1-11 of the first shift are staying home, as announced by the Magnitogorsk administration.
2026 Winter Olympics: Medal sets, Russian athletes, and host cities2026 Winter Olympics: Medal sets, Russian athletes, and host cities
2026 Winter Olympics: Medal sets, Russian athletes, and host citiesWith the games set for February in Italy, here's where to watch and what to know about the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo.
Why Irkutsk is Selling Its First Post Office BuildingWhy Irkutsk is Selling Its First Post Office Building
Why Irkutsk is Selling Its First Post Office BuildingA historic mansion in central Irkutsk, built in the late 18th century and once home to the city's first post office, has been put up for sale with a valuation of 47.7 million rubles (approximately $530,000 at current rates).
Inflation Affects Prices from Eggs to Theater in PrimoryeInflation Affects Prices from Eggs to Theater in Primorye
Inflation Affects Prices from Eggs to Theater in PrimoryeInflation slowed in Primorye in December, but prices remained higher than the national average, continuing to strain residents' budgets.
Priest discusses why Epiphany ice bathing is marginalPriest discusses why Epiphany ice bathing is marginal
Priest discusses why Epiphany ice bathing is marginalFather Alexei Yazyev, a priest in Krasnoyarsk Krai, explains his view that Epiphany ice swimming is a marginal tradition and addresses common misconceptions.
Miss Chita Talks Autographs, Male Attention, and Beauty NuancesMiss Chita Talks Autographs, Male Attention, and Beauty Nuances
Miss Chita Talks Autographs, Male Attention, and Beauty NuancesOlesya Mikhaylova, Miss Chita 2025, discusses her pageant journey, the stereotypes she faces, and how true beauty stems from self-love and discipline.
Tatyana's Day Traditions and Omens: How to Summon Luck for ExamsTatyana's Day Traditions and Omens: How to Summon Luck for Exams
Tatyana's Day Traditions and Omens: How to Summon Luck for ExamsJanuary 25 marks a day celebrated in two distinct spheres: churches honor Saint Tatiana, while university students revel. We look at the holiday's origins and the customs that promise good fortune during exam season.
Murmansk blackout: five pylons collapse, heating water drainedMurmansk blackout: five pylons collapse, heating water drained
Murmansk blackout: five pylons collapse, heating water drainedGovernor Andrey Chibis and Murmansk Mayor Ivan Lebedev provided updates on the blackout that caused five pylons to collapse and forced the draining of heating systems.
Chelyabinsk Schools Cancel Lessons Due to Severe FrostChelyabinsk Schools Cancel Lessons Due to Severe Frost
Chelyabinsk Schools Cancel Lessons Due to Severe FrostClasses have been canceled for all grades in Chelyabinsk schools on Saturday, January 24, as temperatures plummet to -33°C (-27°F).
Barnaul residents find 'special zen' playing African drums on streetsBarnaul residents find 'special zen' playing African drums on streets
Barnaul residents find 'special zen' playing African drums on streetsThis is one way to immerse yourself in music headfirst without knowing how to hold an instrument.
Bus en route to Yekaterinburg catches fire suddenlyBus en route to Yekaterinburg catches fire suddenly
Bus en route to Yekaterinburg catches fire suddenlyA bus traveling from Solikamsk to Yekaterinburg caught fire on the evening of 23 January near Berezniki. Passengers posted video of the emergency, which resulted in no injuries.
Exhibition of Buryat Artist Zorikto Dorzhiev Opens in IrkutskExhibition of Buryat Artist Zorikto Dorzhiev Opens in Irkutsk
Exhibition of Buryat Artist Zorikto Dorzhiev Opens in IrkutskA personal exhibition by Buryat artist Zorikto Dorzhiev has opened at the Bronstein Gallery in Irkutsk, showcasing his latest works from the past six years.
Vladivostok Kindergartens Launch Duty Groups Under Presidential DirectiveVladivostok Kindergartens Launch Duty Groups Under Presidential Directive
Vladivostok Kindergartens Launch Duty Groups Under Presidential DirectiveVladivostok authorities are launching duty groups with extended hours in municipal kindergartens from February 1, following a directive from the city head and aligning with the president's instructions.
Deputy Attorney General Highlights Problems in Novosibirsk RegionDeputy Attorney General Highlights Problems in Novosibirsk Region
Deputy Attorney General Highlights Problems in Novosibirsk RegionDuring a meeting of the Novosibirsk region prosecutor's office, Deputy Attorney General Sergei Zaitsev outlined critical issues including deteriorating utility networks, waste management failures, and a rise in serious crimes.
Yakutia Authorities Allocate Budget for Ysyakh Olonkho in 2026Yakutia Authorities Allocate Budget for Ysyakh Olonkho in 2026
Yakutia Authorities Allocate Budget for Ysyakh Olonkho in 2026Authorities in Yakutia will spend 11.6 million rubles (approximately $116,000 at current rates) on the Ysyakh Olonkho festival in 2026, with 9.6 million rubles allocated for Ysyakh Tuymaady in Yakutsk.
6 Manicure Ideas for the Trending Soft Square Shape6 Manicure Ideas for the Trending Soft Square Shape
6 Manicure Ideas for the Trending Soft Square ShapeIn 2026, convenience and naturalness are key, with the soft square nail shape leading trends. Nail artist Ksenia Kilina shares colors and designs that work best on this versatile shape.
Primorskstat Reports Wages in Primorye: Who Earns More Than 200,000 RublesPrimorskstat Reports Wages in Primorye: Who Earns More Than 200,000 Rubles
Primorskstat Reports Wages in Primorye: Who Earns More Than 200,000 RublesWage growth in 2025 was weaker than in 2024, according to the regional statistics agency's data for Primorye Territory.