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Rostov Oblast Weather January 22: Warming ContinuesRostov Oblast Weather January 22: Warming Continues
Rostov Oblast Weather January 22: Warming ContinuesTemperatures in Rostov Oblast are set to keep climbing on January 22, although strong winds and icy conditions will remain.
Waste from Chernigovsky District to be Transported to Spassky District; Contractor SelectedWaste from Chernigovsky District to be Transported to Spassky District; Contractor Selected
Waste from Chernigovsky District to be Transported to Spassky District; Contractor SelectedThe contractor will need to travel nearly 300 kilometers to transport waste from Chernigovsky District to a landfill in Spassky District.
January 22 Rostov weather: Will it melt soon?January 22 Rostov weather: Will it melt soon?
January 22 Rostov weather: Will it melt soon?A warming trend continues in the Rostov region on January 22, with persistent winds and icy roads, the local hydrometeorological center reports.
Ufa man who threw daughter from window declared insaneUfa man who threw daughter from window declared insane
Ufa man who threw daughter from window declared insaneA man from Ufa who threw his three-year-old daughter from a fourth-floor window has been declared insane by experts and may be sent for compulsory treatment instead of prison.
Krasnoflotsky Bridge in Arkhangelsk Partially ClosedKrasnoflotsky Bridge in Arkhangelsk Partially Closed
Krasnoflotsky Bridge in Arkhangelsk Partially ClosedTraffic on the Krasnoflotsky Bridge in Arkhangelsk has been temporarily blocked from the left bank after a truck became stuck due to a brake system failure.
Krasnodar children's clinic opening postponed for third timeKrasnodar children's clinic opening postponed for third time
Krasnodar children's clinic opening postponed for third timeA children's clinic in Yelizavetinskaya, Krasnodar, planned for completion in 2024, faces repeated delays as authorities seek a third contractor after previous failures.
Overlapping Solar Cycles Increase Magnetic Storms in ArkhangelskOverlapping Solar Cycles Increase Magnetic Storms in Arkhangelsk
Overlapping Solar Cycles Increase Magnetic Storms in ArkhangelskAmateur astronomer Alexei Koptelev explains that overlapping solar cycles are causing more frequent solar flares and magnetic storms, leading to headaches and other symptoms for residents of the Arkhangelsk region.
Tatarstan 2016: Altyn on Repeat, New Taxi, and a 200-Ruble NoteTatarstan 2016: Altyn on Repeat, New Taxi, and a 200-Ruble Note
Tatarstan 2016: Altyn on Repeat, New Taxi, and a 200-Ruble NoteA social media trend declaring '2026 is the new 2016' has sparked nostalgia, with people posting decade-old photos. We look back at the key events that defined Tatarstan that year.
Security guard wanted after fatal conflict in St. Petersburg mallSecurity guard wanted after fatal conflict in St. Petersburg mall
Security guard wanted after fatal conflict in St. Petersburg mallPolice in St. Petersburg are searching for a 32-year-old security guard who fled after a conflict with a shopper who later died. Three other participants in the incident have been detained.
9 years and fine for attempted FSB bribe9 years and fine for attempted FSB bribe
9 years and fine for attempted FSB bribeA Central Asian man has been sentenced to nine years in a strict regime colony and fined 6.4 million rubles (about $64,000 at current rates) for attempting to bribe an FSB officer in Yakutia.
Yekaterinburg residents flock to Vysotsky skyscraper for free entryYekaterinburg residents flock to Vysotsky skyscraper for free entry
Yekaterinburg residents flock to Vysotsky skyscraper for free entryThis weekend, Yekaterinburg offers various events including free museum tours at the Vysotsky skyscraper, sports competitions, and concerts.
Condensed Milk Prices Fluctuate Over 2025 in NovosibirskCondensed Milk Prices Fluctuate Over 2025 in Novosibirsk
Condensed Milk Prices Fluctuate Over 2025 in NovosibirskNGS analyzed Rosstat data showing condensed milk became cheaper by four rubles per kilogram in Novosibirsk over the course of 2025.
Resident fears wolves amid bus cancellations in Ust-Ishimsky DistrictResident fears wolves amid bus cancellations in Ust-Ishimsky District
Resident fears wolves amid bus cancellations in Ust-Ishimsky DistrictA woman in Ust-Ishimsky District complains that cancelled buses force residents to wait for hours on highways, fearing wolf attacks while trying to reach the district center.
Frosty Bus Disruptions in Chelyabinsk Lead to ComplaintsFrosty Bus Disruptions in Chelyabinsk Lead to Complaints
Frosty Bus Disruptions in Chelyabinsk Lead to ComplaintsResidents of Chelyabinsk faced long waits and crowding on buses routes 64 and 4 on the frosty morning of 22 January.
Siberian Anticyclone Determines Weather in Moscow and St. PetersburgSiberian Anticyclone Determines Weather in Moscow and St. Petersburg
Siberian Anticyclone Determines Weather in Moscow and St. PetersburgOn January 22, weather conditions in both capitals are formed under the influence of the ridge of the Siberian anticyclone. Cloudy weather with light snow and frost is expected.
Tyumen cancels school lessons again amid severe frostTyumen cancels school lessons again amid severe frost
Tyumen cancels school lessons again amid severe frostTyumen authorities have canceled in-person classes for the second shift for primary school students due to dangerously low temperatures, marking the second such cancellation on Thursday.
Flight delay strands Volgograd passengers overnight at airportFlight delay strands Volgograd passengers overnight at airport
Flight delay strands Volgograd passengers overnight at airportThe flight from Volgograd to Dubai was rescheduled to 5:00 PM on January 22, causing passengers to spend the night at the airport.
Restoration of Sobinov Monument in Yaroslavl SuspendedRestoration of Sobinov Monument in Yaroslavl Suspended
Restoration of Sobinov Monument in Yaroslavl SuspendedRestoration work on the monument to opera singer Leonid Sobinov in Yaroslavl has been temporarily suspended by contractor Yardormost, citing the need to coordinate technology with restorers.
Outside it's freezing: will it warm up in Arkhangelsk Oblast?Outside it's freezing: will it warm up in Arkhangelsk Oblast?
Outside it's freezing: will it warm up in Arkhangelsk Oblast?After a brief thaw, frosty conditions have resumed in Arkhangelsk Oblast, where temperatures fell below -30°C (-22°F) overnight. Here's the weather forecast for the day.
Third person dies from 'mouse fever' in Ulyanovsk RegionThird person dies from 'mouse fever' in Ulyanovsk Region
Third person dies from 'mouse fever' in Ulyanovsk RegionRospotrebnadzor has reported a third fatal case of hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome in the Ulyanovsk Region since the start of the year. The agency urges residents to be more vigilant.
Air Defense Repels Nighttime Drone Attack on Rostov RegionAir Defense Repels Nighttime Drone Attack on Rostov Region
Air Defense Repels Nighttime Drone Attack on Rostov RegionNo casualties or destruction were reported as a result of the incident, according to Governor Yuri Slusar.
Surgut Heating Network Rupture Spills Hot WaterSurgut Heating Network Rupture Spills Hot Water
Surgut Heating Network Rupture Spills Hot WaterA rupture in the heating networks in Surgut caused hot water to spill onto a road, but officials assure that residents' heating will not be disrupted during repairs.
Yakutia fuel prices rise more than 10% in 2025Yakutia fuel prices rise more than 10% in 2025
Yakutia fuel prices rise more than 10% in 2025Fuel prices in Yakutia increased by over 10% in 2025 compared to 2024. Gas prices rose the most, up 15.12%, according to the republic's statistics service.
Local National Geographic: Tomsk Resident Films Predator Chasing SquirrelLocal National Geographic: Tomsk Resident Films Predator Chasing Squirrel
Local National Geographic: Tomsk Resident Films Predator Chasing SquirrelA local resident captured intense footage of a predatory tawny owl hunting a red squirrel in Tomsk's Lagerny Garden.