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).
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.
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.
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 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 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.
Yakutia faces anomalous warmth and snow this weekendDespite it being mid-January, Yakutia is experiencing its second week of unusually warm weather, with temperatures well above the norm, according to a local meteorologist.
Vladivostok's Winter Smelt: Scarcity and Market PricesThe ice fishing season in Primorye has been disappointing this year, with local smelt and saffron cod nearly absent from the waters. Fishermen are catching mostly herring, but the prized fresh catch with a cucumber aroma remains elusive.
