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Property Committee Explains Suspension of Shopping Center DemolitionProperty Committee Explains Suspension of Shopping Center Demolition
Property Committee Explains Suspension of Shopping Center DemolitionThe St. Petersburg Property Control Committee commented on the situation with the unfinished demolition of the 'Maxi Sopot' shopping center near Primorskaya metro station, which has been criticized by deputies.
Annual Food Price Changes in the Don RegionAnnual Food Price Changes in the Don Region
Annual Food Price Changes in the Don RegionRostovstat compared the cost of basic food products in December 2024 and 2025.
Demolition of Lenin Palace of Culture Begins in Nizhny NovgorodDemolition of Lenin Palace of Culture Begins in Nizhny Novgorod
Demolition of Lenin Palace of Culture Begins in Nizhny NovgorodThe historical building of the Lenin Palace of Culture is being demolished to make way for a residential complex.
Suspect arrested in Ufa for planning terrorist attack – videoSuspect arrested in Ufa for planning terrorist attack – video
Suspect arrested in Ufa for planning terrorist attack – videoA suspect arrested in Ufa was allegedly planning a 'jihad' with an accomplice, according to authorities.
Car fire near Perm gas station fought with snowCar fire near Perm gas station fought with snow
Car fire near Perm gas station fought with snowAmbulance and MChS emergency services responded to a car fire that broke out near a gas station on Cosmonauts Highway in Perm on Tuesday evening.
Six Rescuers Carry Man from Collapsed Shopping Center in VideoSix Rescuers Carry Man from Collapsed Shopping Center in Video
Six Rescuers Carry Man from Collapsed Shopping Center in VideoEmergency services in Novosibirsk Oblast released video showing the rescue of a man from a collapsed shopping center, but he was later pronounced dead.
‘This is wrong and destructive’: State Duma bans photography after Volodin criticizes media‘This is wrong and destructive’: State Duma bans photography after Volodin criticizes media
‘This is wrong and destructive’: State Duma bans photography after Volodin criticizes mediaThe State Duma has banned media photographers from filming plenary sessions, citing speaker Volodin's criticism of their coverage. When the restriction will be lifted is not known.
Power line damage halts trams in YekaterinburgPower line damage halts trams in Yekaterinburg
Power line damage halts trams in YekaterinburgA tram jam formed in Yekaterinburg's VIZ district after overhead lines were damaged in freezing weather.
Prosecutor to Inspect Balashov Schools After Director DismissalProsecutor to Inspect Balashov Schools After Director Dismissal
Prosecutor to Inspect Balashov Schools After Director DismissalProsecutors are investigating schools in Balashovsky district following a scandal over the dismissal of a director who refused to serve spoiled food to students.
Kurgan driver convicted for drunk driving death of motherKurgan driver convicted for drunk driving death of mother
Kurgan driver convicted for drunk driving death of motherA court in Kurgan has sentenced a driver for a drunk driving accident that killed his mother after his car collided with a fire truck in July 2025.
Kazan Records Russia's Highest Airfare Hike at 45%Kazan Records Russia's Highest Airfare Hike at 45%
Kazan Records Russia's Highest Airfare Hike at 45%Air travel costs in Kazan have multiplied since 2021, with the city seeing a record 45% increase in ticket prices, surpassing St. Petersburg and Sochi, a tourism official reported.
Head of Primorsko-Akhtarsky District Resigns After SearchesHead of Primorsko-Akhtarsky District Resigns After Searches
Head of Primorsko-Akhtarsky District Resigns After SearchesThe head of Primorsko-Akhtarsky District in Russia's Krasnodar Krai has resigned after security forces conducted searches at his premises.
Orenburg Court to Rule on Nabi Osmanov's Release from CustodyOrenburg Court to Rule on Nabi Osmanov's Release from Custody
Orenburg Court to Rule on Nabi Osmanov's Release from CustodyThe Orenburg Regional Court is set to rule on whether to release Nabi Osmanov, head of the Nezhinsky Rural Council, from custody. His lawyer has appealed his detention, and a decision is expected on January 22.
Transbaikal to modernize job centers with free retraining by 2027Transbaikal to modernize job centers with free retraining by 2027
Transbaikal to modernize job centers with free retraining by 2027At a civil forum in Chita, officials announced that job centers in Transbaikal Krai will be upgraded in 2027, offering residents free retraining and new skills.
Nightmare! Evening Traffic Jams in Samara Reach 8 PointsNightmare! Evening Traffic Jams in Samara Reach 8 Points
Nightmare! Evening Traffic Jams in Samara Reach 8 PointsOn Wednesday evening, Yandex Maps reported the highest level of congestion in Samara, with multiple major roads at a standstill.
Dybenko Intersection Ranked Among St. Petersburg's Most DangerousDybenko Intersection Ranked Among St. Petersburg's Most Dangerous
Dybenko Intersection Ranked Among St. Petersburg's Most DangerousThe intersection of Bolshevist Avenue and Dybenko Street in St. Petersburg came sixth in a nationwide accident rating, sparking debate on its danger level. Local authorities present their own traffic statistics and steps to improve safety.
Tyumen Woman Proves Son's Marriage Was Fake After His Death in WarTyumen Woman Proves Son's Marriage Was Fake After His Death in War
Tyumen Woman Proves Son's Marriage Was Fake After His Death in WarA mother from Tyumen has successfully proven in court that her son's marriage was fictitious, a legal battle that lasted over a year and reached the cassation level.
Food Price Changes in the Don Region: A Year-Over-Year ComparisonFood Price Changes in the Don Region: A Year-Over-Year Comparison
Food Price Changes in the Don Region: A Year-Over-Year ComparisonA comparison of food prices in Rostov Oblast shows that beef and cheese have increased significantly over the past year, while eggs and vegetables have become cheaper.
Skating Rink on Lybedskiy Boulevard to Close on February 20Skating Rink on Lybedskiy Boulevard to Close on February 20
Skating Rink on Lybedskiy Boulevard to Close on February 20The administration of Ryazan has announced that the outdoor ice rink on Lybedskiy Boulevard will remain open until February 20.
Krasnodar Krai traffic accidents fall 5% in 2025Krasnodar Krai traffic accidents fall 5% in 2025
Krasnodar Krai traffic accidents fall 5% in 2025In 2025, 711 people were killed in road accidents in Krasnodar Krai, according to traffic police data.
Tax revenues in Saratov Oblast cover only 60% of budget spendingTax revenues in Saratov Oblast cover only 60% of budget spending
Tax revenues in Saratov Oblast cover only 60% of budget spendingSaratov Oblast collected 275 billion rubles in taxes last year.
Klepikovsky District Village Hit by Another Emergency BlackoutKlepikovsky District Village Hit by Another Emergency Blackout
Klepikovsky District Village Hit by Another Emergency BlackoutResidents of a village in Klepikovsky District are facing another emergency power outage. The local utility attributes it to fallen trees on power lines.
Criminal case opened against Aleksin fishermen for poachingCriminal case opened against Aleksin fishermen for poaching
Criminal case opened against Aleksin fishermen for poachingA criminal case has been initiated against fishermen from Aleksin who were poaching on the Oka River. The damage from their activity exceeded 65 thousand rubles.
Cypress Lake in Sukko near Anapa freezes overCypress Lake in Sukko near Anapa freezes over
Cypress Lake in Sukko near Anapa freezes overCold and ice do not harm the rare swamp cypress trees at the famous frozen lake near the Black Sea resort.