Kronstadt to Get a Testing Ground for DronesThe authorities of St. Petersburg plan to organize a site of the Special Economic Zone in Kronstadt for testing unmanned aerial systems. These intentions were announced on January 22 by Alexander Sitov, head of the city's committee on industrial policy.
Omsk to fine some bus owners for incorrect vehicle colorsOmsk City Council has discussed fines for public transport operators violating a new color scheme, with penalties set at 10,000 rubles (about $100 at current rates). The rules will only apply to newly purchased vehicles, and implementation awaits regional approval.
Minibus Route No. 17 to Close in ChelyabinskMinibus route No. 17 in Chelyabinsk will stop running from January 26, with passengers offered an alternative bus route on a similar path.
A Fairy Tale of the Enchanted Bolshoi Drama TheatreOn January 23, the Bolshoi Drama Theatre (BDT) premiered Roman Mikhailov's play 'Morning Precursor,' based on 'The Tale of Tsar Saltan.' The production immerses the audience in a world of mysterious imagery and magic.
Scientists Puzzled by Unprecedented 2026 Magnetic StormEarth has recovered from a powerful magnetic storm in 2026, which proved to be one of the strongest of the century and presented astronomers with unexpected mysteries.
Chelyabinsk Stewardess Fights for Top Stewardess TitleMarina Pakhniy, a 20-year-old flight attendant from Chelyabinsk, has reached the semifinals of the 'Top Stewardesses 12' contest. She has dreamed of an aviation career since childhood and now works for UTair.
Russia to change rules for child benefitsThe government will adjust the payment system following an appeal by a large family from Tyumen Region during the 'Direct Line' with the president.
Magnitogorsk Vice-Mayor in Charge of Transport ResignsAnton Khvatkov, deputy mayor for municipal services and transport, resigned from the Magnitogorsk city administration after serving for one and a half years, with confirmation from the mayor's office on January 22.
