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AvtoVAZ Awards Surprise Bonus to All EmployeesAvtoVAZ Awards Surprise Bonus to All Employees
AvtoVAZ Awards Surprise Bonus to All EmployeesAvtoVAZ's trade union announced a 10,000-ruble bonus for all employees in honor of the plant's 60th anniversary, with payments included in July 2026 salaries. The bonus is part of broader support measures including a 5% wage indexation.
Wife of Kazan Shooter Details Relationship and Prison LifeWife of Kazan Shooter Details Relationship and Prison Life
Wife of Kazan Shooter Details Relationship and Prison LifeAt 16, Diana moved from Rostov Oblast to Tatarstan to be closer to her chosen one, Ilnaz Galyaviev, whom she later married in the maximum-security Black Dolphin prison in June 2026.
Hornet sting nearly kills man in Primorsky KraiHornet sting nearly kills man in Primorsky Krai
Hornet sting nearly kills man in Primorsky KraiA 51-year-old man was hospitalized in intensive care in Primorsky Krai after a hornet sting caused his face and throat to swell, leading to anaphylactic shock and breathing difficulties.
Pedestrian Zone Opens on Dimitrov Bridge – VideoPedestrian Zone Opens on Dimitrov Bridge – Video
Pedestrian Zone Opens on Dimitrov Bridge – VideoIn Novosibirsk, Russia, the pedestrian zone on the Dimitrov Bridge toward the right bank opened on the morning of July 21. The roadway is now divided into three parts by concrete blocks.
Prikamye's Heavy Rains: Will Mushrooms Rot? Mycologist AnswersPrikamye's Heavy Rains: Will Mushrooms Rot? Mycologist Answers
Prikamye's Heavy Rains: Will Mushrooms Rot? Mycologist AnswersAfter weeks of heavy rain in the Prikamye region, a mycologist explains whether the mushrooms are safe to pick and whether there will be a bountiful season.
First Samara Flight to Resort with No SirensFirst Samara Flight to Resort with No Sirens
First Samara Flight to Resort with No SirensThe first direct flight from Samara to Sukhumi, Abkhazia, departed on Sunday, July 19. Previously, passengers could only fly with connections.
Intersection blocked: Giant jam from traffic light failureIntersection blocked: Giant jam from traffic light failure
Intersection blocked: Giant jam from traffic light failureA traffic light malfunction at the intersection of Kraulya and Tokarey streets in Yekaterinburg caused a massive traffic jam on July 21.
Kurgan's only night bus stops runningKurgan's only night bus stops running
Kurgan's only night bus stops runningThe only night bus in Kurgan, running until 1:30 AM, has been canceled by the carrier, leaving residents without late-night transport.
Omsk Model Poses for New Yorker's Lingerie CampaignOmsk Model Poses for New Yorker's Lingerie Campaign
Omsk Model Poses for New Yorker's Lingerie CampaignKristina Grikayte from Omsk modeled for German brand New Yorker's new campaign on Sardinia. She showcased homewear, lingerie, and swimwear in the sunny shoot.
Gas, diesel, and gasoline prices surge in KuzbassGas, diesel, and gasoline prices surge in Kuzbass
Gas, diesel, and gasoline prices surge in KuzbassGas motor fuel prices in Kuzbass jumped 2.5 rubles ($0.03 at current rates) per liter since the start of the year, following increases in diesel and gasoline amid the fuel crisis, according to Kemerovostat.
Tougher benefit rules: who loses eligibilityTougher benefit rules: who loses eligibility
Tougher benefit rules: who loses eligibilityChanges took effect on 21 July.
Goose-themed coffee chain to open in KrasnoyarskGoose-themed coffee chain to open in Krasnoyarsk
Goose-themed coffee chain to open in KrasnoyarskA federal coffee chain with a goose mascot is opening in Krasnoyarsk's Pokrovka district, where the average check is just over 500 rubles ($6).
Unfinished Building in Ermolovo Sold for Developer's DebtsUnfinished Building in Ermolovo Sold for Developer's Debts
Unfinished Building in Ermolovo Sold for Developer's DebtsAn unfinished apartment building in the village of Ermolovo (Yaroslavl Oblast) has been put up for auction due to the developer's debts of over 18 million rubles ($212,000 at current rates).
Tyumen City Day temperatures to hit 86°FTyumen City Day temperatures to hit 86°F
Tyumen City Day temperatures to hit 86°FTyumen celebrates City Day from July 24-26 with mostly sunny skies and highs up to 86°F (30°C), though Friday may see light rain.
Graduate scores 100, 100, 94 on three USE subjectsGraduate scores 100, 100, 94 on three USE subjects
Graduate scores 100, 100, 94 on three USE subjectsDaria Byakova, a graduate from Tolyatti, scored 100 points on the Unified State Exam in Russian and Physics and 94 in Mathematics, and shares her preparation strategies.
Even C-Students Can Ace EGE: 100, 100, 94Even C-Students Can Ace EGE: 100, 100, 94
Even C-Students Can Ace EGE: 100, 100, 94Daria Byakova from School No. 61 in Tolyatti scored perfect 100s on Russian and Physics and 94 on Advanced Math on the EGE. She shares her preparation secrets.
Orenburg's best wild strawberry and blackberry spotsOrenburg's best wild strawberry and blackberry spots
Orenburg's best wild strawberry and blackberry spotsSummer's end is near: time to pick wild berries in Orenburg. Discover the best spots for strawberries, blackberries, and more.
Kontsept: Human-Centric Housing Complex in TyumenKontsept: Human-Centric Housing Complex in Tyumen
Kontsept: Human-Centric Housing Complex in TyumenA new residential complex in Tyumen is being designed with a focus on human-centered spaces, offering studios to three-bedroom apartments with ready renovations and extensive amenities within the building and surrounding area.
Both Daughters Diagnosed with Leukemia: A Mother's StoryBoth Daughters Diagnosed with Leukemia: A Mother's Story
Both Daughters Diagnosed with Leukemia: A Mother's StoryAnna Kuzovleva, a Nizhny Novgorod mother, faced leukemia diagnoses for both her daughters, Olga and Vika, and now volunteers for the Nizhny Novgorod Oncology Scientific Center Foundation.
Do4a Dies at 37 After Third Heart AttackDo4a Dies at 37 After Third Heart Attack
Do4a Dies at 37 After Third Heart AttackFitness blogger and bodybuilder Vadim Ivanov, known as Do4a, has died at 37 after suffering his third heart attack. He built a successful business and amassed millions of followers.
Abandoned building near Yaroslavl sold for developer debtsAbandoned building near Yaroslavl sold for developer debts
Abandoned building near Yaroslavl sold for developer debtsAn incomplete apartment building in Ermolovo village, Yaroslavl district, will be sold at auction due to the developer's unpaid debts. The structure is only 9% complete.
30°C heat finally arrives in Urals after rains30°C heat finally arrives in Urals after rains
30°C heat finally arrives in Urals after rainsAfter weeks of rain, a heatwave has finally arrived in the Urals. Here’s the forecast for the next few days from the Ural Hydrometeorological Center.
BRK network sharply hikes fuel prices in IrkutskBRK network sharply hikes fuel prices in Irkutsk
BRK network sharply hikes fuel prices in IrkutskThe BRK gas station network raised fuel prices on July 21, as Irkutsk continues to face a fuel crisis that has lasted over a month.
Tyumen's City Day to Reach 30°C (86°F)Tyumen's City Day to Reach 30°C (86°F)
Tyumen's City Day to Reach 30°C (86°F)Tyumen's City Day, celebrated from July 24 to 26, will bring mostly sunny weather with light rain on Friday and highs reaching 30°C (86°F) on Sunday.
Ugdan Plots Flooded: Rain or Stream UnknownUgdan Plots Flooded: Rain or Stream Unknown
Ugdan Plots Flooded: Rain or Stream UnknownResidents of Ugdan village in Chita District report water entering their plots overnight, but it is unclear whether the source is rain or a nearby stream.