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Schoolgirl's Killer Delivers Final Statement in CourtSchoolgirl's Killer Delivers Final Statement in Court
Schoolgirl's Killer Delivers Final Statement in CourtA man from the Urals region, accused of murdering an 11-year-old girl in 2007, has given his final statement in court.
You've Been Boiling Pelmeni Wrong: Learn the Proper MethodYou've Been Boiling Pelmeni Wrong: Learn the Proper Method
You've Been Boiling Pelmeni Wrong: Learn the Proper MethodMany home cooks make mistakes when boiling pelmeni; learn the correct method to enhance their taste and texture.
Frosts to Strengthen to -30°C in Arkhangelsk RegionFrosts to Strengthen to -30°C in Arkhangelsk Region
Frosts to Strengthen to -30°C in Arkhangelsk RegionA warm weekend is expected before the cold returns and intensifies next week.
Contract killing of Cossack boxer solved in SamaraContract killing of Cossack boxer solved in Samara
Contract killing of Cossack boxer solved in SamaraAuthorities in Samara have arrested the alleged mastermind in the contract killing of Cossack society deputy ataman and boxer Andrey Yeremeyev. The case had remained unsolved for a decade.
Nizhny Novgorod to test guest house classification in tourism experimentNizhny Novgorod to test guest house classification in tourism experiment
Nizhny Novgorod to test guest house classification in tourism experimentThe Nizhny Novgorod Region will join a federal pilot project from 1 September 2026, introducing mandatory registration and classification for private guest houses.
Perm Art Gallery Announces First Exhibition at New BuildingPerm Art Gallery Announces First Exhibition at New Building
Perm Art Gallery Announces First Exhibition at New BuildingThe Perm Art Gallery has announced its first exhibition, which will open concurrently with the official inauguration of its new building at the Shpagin Factory. The show will be dedicated to the work of artist Petr Subbotin-Permyak.
Apartment building restored after explosion in Kotelnikovo
Apartment building restored after explosion in KotelnikovoFor the first time in Russia, a house damaged by a gas explosion has been restored instead of demolished. This occurred in the city of Kotelnikovo, Volgograd Region.
Management Company Terra Loses Court Over Violations
Management Company Terra Loses Court Over ViolationsVasileostrovsky District Court in St. Petersburg ruled in favor of residents, overturning a general meeting's decision to appoint management company Terra. The plaintiffs demonstrated they were not properly notified about the vote.
Rare Lilac American Bully Puppy Listed for 99,000 Rubles in TyumenRare Lilac American Bully Puppy Listed for 99,000 Rubles in Tyumen
Rare Lilac American Bully Puppy Listed for 99,000 Rubles in TyumenA rare lilac American Bully puppy is listed for sale in Tyumen. The seller asks 99,000 rubles (approximately $990 at current rates) and offers full breeding support.
Rostovvodokanal advises installing water meters to save moneyRostovvodokanal advises installing water meters to save money
Rostovvodokanal advises installing water meters to save moneyThe coefficient for water bill calculations based on consumption norms has been increased from 1.5 to 3 starting January 2025.
Foreigner fractures traffic police inspector's facial bone during accident reportForeigner fractures traffic police inspector's facial bone during accident report
Foreigner fractures traffic police inspector's facial bone during accident reportIn St. Petersburg, a foreign national attacked a traffic police inspector, fracturing the officer's facial bone. The assailant was identified as an illegal migrant with a prior conviction.
Yaroslavl authorities cancel demolition of athletics arenaYaroslavl authorities cancel demolition of athletics arena
Yaroslavl authorities cancel demolition of athletics arenaYaroslavl authorities confirmed that the athletics arena on Chkalov Street will not be demolished. Instead, the building is set for a large-scale reconstruction.
Apartment building damaged by gas explosion restored near VolgogradApartment building damaged by gas explosion restored near Volgograd
Apartment building damaged by gas explosion restored near VolgogradFor the first time in Volgograd Oblast, it was decided to restore a house damaged by an explosion rather than demolish it.
Dmitry Dyuzhev to perform at Novosibirsk Opera and Ballet in MarchDmitry Dyuzhev to perform at Novosibirsk Opera and Ballet in March
Dmitry Dyuzhev to perform at Novosibirsk Opera and Ballet in MarchActor Dmitry Dyuzhev will take the stage at the Novosibirsk Opera and Ballet Theatre in March. He will perform as a reader in the oratorio 'Ivan the Terrible' as part of the 'Milestones of the Russian Land' series.
Demolish or leave? Authorities reveal fate of Yaroslavl athletic arenaDemolish or leave? Authorities reveal fate of Yaroslavl athletic arena
Demolish or leave? Authorities reveal fate of Yaroslavl athletic arenaYaroslavl city officials have announced that the athletic arena on Chkalov Street will undergo reconstruction rather than being demolished, in response to a media inquiry.
Gagarin Avenue duplicate construction advances in Nizhny NovgorodGagarin Avenue duplicate construction advances in Nizhny Novgorod
Gagarin Avenue duplicate construction advances in Nizhny NovgorodProgress is being made on Nizhny Novgorod's first toll road, the Gagarin Avenue duplicate, with construction phases nearing completion.
Construction of Gagarin Avenue Duplicate: Project StagesConstruction of Gagarin Avenue Duplicate: Project Stages
Construction of Gagarin Avenue Duplicate: Project StagesWork is actively underway in Nizhny Novgorod on the first toll road, a duplicate of Gagarin Avenue. Individual stages of the project are already more than halfway complete.
5,000 for water?! Don residents urged to install meters to avoid astronomical bills5,000 for water?! Don residents urged to install meters to avoid astronomical bills
5,000 for water?! Don residents urged to install meters to avoid astronomical billsRostovvodokanal has called on residents to install water meters after the multiplying factor for standard-rate water charges was raised from 1.5 to 3.
Three-way talks on Ukraine start in Abu DhabiThree-way talks on Ukraine start in Abu Dhabi
Three-way talks on Ukraine start in Abu DhabiOn January 23, the first meeting of a tripartite working group on the Ukraine crisis began in Abu Dhabi. Journalists from around the world are closely monitoring the negotiations.
President inaugurates new campuses in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Yekaterinburg, and KaliningradPresident inaugurates new campuses in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Yekaterinburg, and Kaliningrad
President inaugurates new campuses in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Yekaterinburg, and KaliningradAcademic buildings in the Ural capital will soon welcome students. The opening ceremonies for new facilities in three cities were attended by the Russian President via video link.
Former Samara Digital Development Minister Takes Post in SevastopolFormer Samara Digital Development Minister Takes Post in Sevastopol
Former Samara Digital Development Minister Takes Post in SevastopolAfter a brief tenure in Samara, the former digital development minister has been appointed to a similar role in Sevastopol. He resigned from his previous position after only a few months in office.
Chief Physician Oleg Shalaev Arrested in Riazan Bribery ProbeChief Physician Oleg Shalaev Arrested in Riazan Bribery Probe
Chief Physician Oleg Shalaev Arrested in Riazan Bribery ProbeOleg Shalaev, the chief physician of Riazan Regional Clinical Hospital, has been taken into custody and faces bribery charges.
Fundraising ends for Yaroslavl schoolboy's treatmentFundraising ends for Yaroslavl schoolboy's treatment
Fundraising ends for Yaroslavl schoolboy's treatmentThe necessary amount for the treatment of 10-year-old Seryozha Levchenko has been raised, but proton therapy has been postponed for now.
St. Petersburg to Allow Correcting Parking Payment Errors
St. Petersburg to Allow Correcting Parking Payment ErrorsSt. Petersburg plans to change parking payment rules so car owners can correct mistakenly entered data by the end of the day and avoid fines.
Fundraising Concludes for Yaroslavl Schoolboy's Cancer CareFundraising Concludes for Yaroslavl Schoolboy's Cancer Care
Fundraising Concludes for Yaroslavl Schoolboy's Cancer CareThe fundraising campaign for 10-year-old Seryozha Levchenko from Yaroslavl, who has a brain tumor, has reached its goal, enabling his treatment to proceed.