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Shor People in Kuzbass Tired of Living 'Like in the Stone Age' Without PowerShor People in Kuzbass Tired of Living 'Like in the Stone Age' Without Power
Shor People in Kuzbass Tired of Living 'Like in the Stone Age' Without PowerResidents of remote villages in the Tashtagol district report having no electricity in their homes and being unable to reach hospitals. On Monday, January 26, the district administration responded that solar panels should be sufficient for the settlements.
Barnaul Resident Shares Classic Squid Salad RecipeBarnaul Resident Shares Classic Squid Salad Recipe
Barnaul Resident Shares Classic Squid Salad RecipeA resident of Barnaul, Yulia Kanetelina, has shared a classic recipe for squid salad with NGS22.RU, offering a taste of the sea for everyday and festive meals.
Which Plots in Sovetsky District Are for Comprehensive Redevelopment – MapWhich Plots in Sovetsky District Are for Comprehensive Redevelopment – Map
Which Plots in Sovetsky District Are for Comprehensive Redevelopment – MapDilapidated houses and vacant lots are being targeted for redevelopment.
Samara mayor's minibus ban sparks fears of 2-hour bus waitsSamara mayor's minibus ban sparks fears of 2-hour bus waits
Samara mayor's minibus ban sparks fears of 2-hour bus waitsPeople fear a new transport collapse in the city as authorities plan to replace minibuses with buses.
Russians Complain of Soaring Food Prices After New YearRussians Complain of Soaring Food Prices After New Year
Russians Complain of Soaring Food Prices After New YearFollowing the New Year, Russians have taken to social media to share videos expressing dismay at rising supermarket prices, amid an increase in the value-added tax (VAT).
Drunk Driver Hits Family with Child in Chita — VideoDrunk Driver Hits Family with Child in Chita — Video
Drunk Driver Hits Family with Child in Chita — VideoA 27-year-old drunk driver without a license struck two pedestrians and a young child in Chita. The crash hospitalized a woman and injured the boy.
Are Perm's new trams second-hand from Moscow?Are Perm's new trams second-hand from Moscow?
Are Perm's new trams second-hand from Moscow?Passengers in Perm are puzzled by Moscow transport logos appearing on tram media screens. We asked the tram manufacturer and Permgorelectrans for an explanation.
Novosibirsk Down Jacket Brand for Yakutia Competes with Global GiantsNovosibirsk Down Jacket Brand for Yakutia Competes with Global Giants
Novosibirsk Down Jacket Brand for Yakutia Competes with Global GiantsACOOT, a Novosibirsk-based clothing brand, remains obscure in Siberia but thrives in Yakutia with multiple stores. Its owners have no plans to expand to the local market.
Remembering Tomsk's popular 2016 nightclubs that have closedRemembering Tomsk's popular 2016 nightclubs that have closed
Remembering Tomsk's popular 2016 nightclubs that have closedA new online trend has people reminiscing about Tomsk's nightlife in 2016, recalling iconic clubs like Teatro, Pravda, and Killfish Bar that have since shut down.
Yakut murder suspect accused ex of pedophilia, nearly stoned daughterYakut murder suspect accused ex of pedophilia, nearly stoned daughter
Yakut murder suspect accused ex of pedophilia, nearly stoned daughterShe and her daughter demanded 40 million rubles (approximately $400,000 at current rates) in compensation from her ex-husband.
Consumer Optimism: Russians Spent More in December, Not Just for HolidaysConsumer Optimism: Russians Spent More in December, Not Just for Holidays
Consumer Optimism: Russians Spent More in December, Not Just for HolidaysRussian spending in December 2025 showed serious growth even when inflation is excluded, experts report.
Dental Implant Myths: Addressing Patient Fears and MisconceptionsDental Implant Myths: Addressing Patient Fears and Misconceptions
Dental Implant Myths: Addressing Patient Fears and MisconceptionsAlexander Artyukhov, a prosthodontist at Euromed Clinic, explains the truths behind common dental implant myths and addresses patient concerns.
A Baikal Hachiko: Akita Dog Finds Shelter at Siberian Zoo While Awaiting OwnerA Baikal Hachiko: Akita Dog Finds Shelter at Siberian Zoo While Awaiting Owner
A Baikal Hachiko: Akita Dog Finds Shelter at Siberian Zoo While Awaiting OwnerThe dog, left alone a year and a half ago, was seeking friends among tourists on the Maloye More strait of Lake Baikal.
Berkut Tour Company Linked to Deadly Bus Accident in PrimoryeBerkut Tour Company Linked to Deadly Bus Accident in Primorye
Berkut Tour Company Linked to Deadly Bus Accident in PrimoryeThree people were killed and seven injured when a bus carrying Chinese tourists collided with a truck in Russia's Primorye region. The bus was operated by Primoavtotrans and had passengers from the Berkut tour company.
Russians' December spending jumps 10.8% year-on-yearRussians' December spending jumps 10.8% year-on-year
Russians' December spending jumps 10.8% year-on-yearIn December 2025, Russians spent 8.4 trillion rubles ($84 billion at current rates), a 10.8% increase from the previous year, with significant growth even after adjusting for inflation.
Stench burns eyes in Omsk apartment building sewage floodStench burns eyes in Omsk apartment building sewage flood
Stench burns eyes in Omsk apartment building sewage floodResidents in Omsk are enduring an unbearable sewage smell for weeks after their building's basement flooded, with the problem unresolved since mid-January.
Blizzards and strong winds: preliminary February forecast for Novosibirsk residentsBlizzards and strong winds: preliminary February forecast for Novosibirsk residents
Blizzards and strong winds: preliminary February forecast for Novosibirsk residentsFebruary in the Novosibirsk region is expected to bring frequent blizzards and bitterly cold temperatures, potentially dropping to -51°C (-60°F).
Eight-Point Traffic Jams Paralyze Novosibirsk RoadsEight-Point Traffic Jams Paralyze Novosibirsk Roads
Eight-Point Traffic Jams Paralyze Novosibirsk RoadsSevere traffic jams rated at eight out of ten points formed in Novosibirsk on the morning of January 26, with a major 4-kilometer backup reported on Bolshevistskaya Street.
Novosibirsk visionary's aerial metro plan deemed impossibleNovosibirsk visionary's aerial metro plan deemed impossible
Novosibirsk visionary's aerial metro plan deemed impossibleA Novosibirsk man's plan to build an aerial metro with driverless minibuses on viaducts has found no support from authorities or experts.
Petrovich: From Uralmash OCG to Funeral Business King in YekaterinburgPetrovich: From Uralmash OCG to Funeral Business King in Yekaterinburg
Petrovich: From Uralmash OCG to Funeral Business King in YekaterinburgAnatoly Glukhov, aka Petrovich, a veteran of the Uralmash organized crime group, has built a lucrative funeral business empire in Yekaterinburg amidst ongoing controversies.
Zheleznogorsk residents complain of freezing conditions in kindergartenZheleznogorsk residents complain of freezing conditions in kindergarten
Zheleznogorsk residents complain of freezing conditions in kindergartenParents in Zheleznogorsk report that children are shivering from the cold in a local kindergarten, with temperatures as low as 15 degrees Celsius (59°F).
Comprehensive Development Program in Omsk Deemed UnviableComprehensive Development Program in Omsk Deemed Unviable
Comprehensive Development Program in Omsk Deemed UnviableA year into its implementation, Omsk's Comprehensive Development Program (CDP) is struggling to gain momentum. Journalists and experts have identified key problems developers face, particularly when dealing with privately owned land.
Warrior center opens branch at Far Eastern Federal UniversityWarrior center opens branch at Far Eastern Federal University
Warrior center opens branch at Far Eastern Federal UniversityThe patriotic 'Warrior' center is establishing a branch in Primorsky Krai at Far Eastern Federal University, which will feature a training ground for military-patriotic education programs targeting youth.
Yekaterinburg Authorities Open to Demolishing Khrushchyovka for RenovationYekaterinburg Authorities Open to Demolishing Khrushchyovka for Renovation
Yekaterinburg Authorities Open to Demolishing Khrushchyovka for RenovationActing First Vice Mayor Rustam Galiyev stated that five-story buildings can be included in the renovation program if residents initiate it, though low-rise homes are currently the focus.