Kurgan governor details road plans for this yearGovernor Vadim Shumkov of Kurgan has outlined plans for road construction and repairs in the city this year, including major projects in the Zaozyorny district.
Arkhangelsk Oblast Villages to Face Power CutsFollowing a recent blackout that hit two districts of Arkhangelsk Oblast, power will be cut again in 19 villages for emergency maintenance on February 6 and 7.
Nine Drones Downed Over Volgograd RegionThe Russian Ministry of Defense reported that 21 Ukrainian drones were shot down across several regions on the morning of 4 February, with nine intercepted over the Volgograd region and nine over the Belgorod region.
Russia to Reward Ads Promoting Traditional ValuesStarting February 1, advertisers incorporating traditional values into their ads can receive a 10% bonus of airtime without increasing their budget.
Nizhny Novgorod schools unveil attack prevention planNizhny Novgorod region Education Minister Mikhail Puchkov proposed new safety measures for schools, emphasizing systemic prevention and emotional support over physical security alone.
No One Wants to Buy New Apartments in SamaraMore than a third of apartments in new buildings due for completion in 2025 remain unsold, a historic high, with Samara among cities reporting 40–50% unsold stock.
Snowplow hits taxi on Grazhdansky ProspektIn St. Petersburg on the morning of February 4, a taxi collided with a snowplow. Video of the accident was published by the outlet Fontanka.
Fans Fear Keith Richards' Health After Tour CancellationFans of The Rolling Stones fear for guitarist Keith Richards' health. According to media reports, the musician convinced the band to cancel the upcoming tour, sparking new concerns among fans.
Eighth-grade girl sets fire at school, six injuredAn eighth-grade girl set fire to a toilet and threw a burning mixture at classmates at Krasnoyarsk school No. 153. Six people were injured, and the prosecutor's office has launched an investigation.
Tram derails at Ruchi station loopOn the morning of February 4, a tram derailed at the Ruchi station loop in Saint Petersburg's Kalininsky district, disrupting electric transport. Emergency crews restored normal operations within hours.
Zhidkovsky's 60 Million Ruble Hotel-Style ApartmentBlogger Alexei Zhidkovsky spent 60 million rubles (about $600,000) on a minimalist Moscow apartment inspired by Paris hotels, featuring mirrors, gold fixtures, and a walk-in closet.
Inside Zhidkovsky's 60M Ruble Hotel-Style ApartmentBlogger Alexei Zhidkovsky, known for his flamboyant style, spent 60 million rubles on a minimalist Moscow apartment that resembles a luxury hotel. He reveals the cost breakdown, including a kitchen worth $70,000.
Zhidkovsky's 60-million-ruble hotel-like homeThe kitchen in Alexey Zhidkovsky's 60-million-ruble apartment cost as much as a luxury SUV — and that's just one highlight of his hotel-inspired home.
