Morning commuter train over an hour late angers passengersFor five consecutive days, the morning commuter train from Arzamas to Nizhny Novgorod has been arriving at least an hour late, infuriating passengers who are rushing to work.
Yaroslavl and Region Agree to Exchange RoadsThe authorities of Yaroslavl agreed to take over a number of regional roads in exchange for transferring the problematic Surinsky overpass to regional ownership.
St Petersburg commercial realty investments fall, auctions riseTotal investments in commercial real estate of St. Petersburg and Leningrad Region in 2025 amounted to 75.1 billion rubles ($834 million at current rates), which is 8.5% less than in the previous year. Meanwhile, the share of auction deals increased significantly.
Yaroslavl Municipality and Region to Swap RoadsThe Surinsky Overpass in Yaroslavl is set to be transferred to regional ownership as part of a road exchange between the city and the regional government.
Sochi resident loses savings in bank SMS scamOn her birthday, a Sochi resident received a fraudulent SMS from her bank offering a free card with 5,000 rubles. After following instructions, she lost 63,000 rubles from her savings account.
Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod Wins Twice in Far EastNizhny Novgorod Torpedo defeated Khabarovsk Amur 2:1 and Vladivostok Admiral 3:2, completing their Far East road trip with maximum points.
Svetlana Zhiltsova's son announces funeral detailsSoviet television legend Svetlana Zhiltsova died at age 89 after a prolonged illness. Her son said the farewell will be on February 6 at Moscow's Rogozhskoye Cemetery.
Krasnoyarsk Krai schools face serious inspection after incidentsAfter an attack on a teacher in Kodinsk (Krasnoyarsk Krai) and an arson incident in Krasnoyarsk, the governor and education minister have ordered a comprehensive inspection of all schools in the region.
Actress Olga Chipovskaya Dies at 67The Vakhtangov Theatre announced the death of Honored Artist of Russia Olga Chipovskaya, mother of actress Anna Chipovskaya, at age 67.
Ufa Residents, Time to Grow Up? Take a 10-Question TestAnswer these 10 questions to discover whether your psychological age matches your real age. This test helps you see if you are still young at heart or ready to settle down.
Volgograd Residents Protest Ivan Zolo ConcertThe upcoming performance of the scandalous streamer has sparked a wave of discontent among residents. They cite destructive fan behavior and inappropriate song content.
Snowfalls Soften Frost for Don CropsHeavy snowfalls in the Rostov region have provided additional soil moisture and protected winter crops from damaging frosts, according to regional Agriculture Minister Anna Kasyanenko.
Torpedo beats Amur, secures maximum Far East pointsHC Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod defeated Amur Khabarovsk 2–1 on February 4, securing a maximum points haul on their Far East road trip, following a victory over Admiral Vladivostok two days earlier.
Children's Hospital Issues Blankets Amid Heating RepairsHeating was temporarily shut off at the Regional Children's Clinical Hospital on Komsomola Street due to repairs to the heat network. Additional blankets are being distributed to patients and thermal heaters are being used.
Chief Physician Explains New Cancer Appointment DeadlinesStarting January 1, 2026, new rules require an oncologist appointment within three business days for suspected cancer, while diagnostics and treatment have seven-day deadlines.
Dance Open Announces Ballet Festival ProgramOrganizers of the international Dance Open ballet festival have unveiled the program for upcoming performances. World-renowned troupes will perform on the stage of the Alexandrinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg from 4 to 17 April.
Pervomaysky District Heat and Hot Water Cut AgainHeat and hot water will be cut off in Murmansk's Pervomaysky District from 11 p.m. on February 4 to 7 a.m. on February 5, 2026, for emergency repairs at the Southern Boiler House.
How State Supported Slain Boy Pasha's FamilyIn early February, 9-year-old Pasha, who washed cars for money, was killed in St. Petersburg. Fontanka estimated the amount of financial assistance his large family received.
