Alexey Zhidkovsky's $666,700 Hotel-Inspired ApartmentBlogger Alexey Zhidkovsky's Moscow apartment, costing 60 million rubles ($666,700 at current rates), features a kitchen as expensive as a luxury SUV and is designed like a Parisian hotel.
Tatarstan teacher in coma after Egypt remains hospitalizedRepublican Clinical Hospital in Kazan reports that teacher Olga Gardikhanova remains in critical condition after being transported from Egypt, where she suffered a stroke and fell into a coma.
Novokuznetsk to Repair 12 Road Sections in 2026More than 1 billion rubles (about $11.1 million at current rates) will be spent to repair 12 road sections in Novokuznetsk in 2026, authorities announced Wednesday, February 4.
Ice injuries in St. Petersburg drop threefoldThe number of falls on icy streets in St. Petersburg has decreased more than threefold over two winter seasons, from 6,514 to 1,949 cases.
Voronezh Residential Complex Flooded in FreezeA new residential complex in Voronezh lost water supply in 30-degree frost (-22°F) after a utility accident, flooding the area. Rosvodokanal said it was not at fault.
Snowstorm to Hit Murmansk Region: Safety TipsA snowstorm is forecast for the far north of Murmansk Region on February 5, prompting safety recommendations from the regional Emergency Ministry.
Burger King, Match TV join Kuban internet white listThe Ministry of Digital Development expanded the white list of digital services that remain accessible during temporary mobile internet shutdowns in the Kuban region, adding Burger King and Match TV among new entries.
Bribery Case in Bashkortostan Rostransnadzor Gains New DefendantsTwo men from Ufa will face trial as intermediaries in a bribery case involving Rostransnadzor in Bashkortostan, where a deputy head was previously arrested over a 450,000-ruble bribe (approximately $5,300 at current exchange rates).
Deputies Propose Confiscating Animals from Cruel OwnersThe Russian government has supported a bill that allows confiscation of pets from owners for cruel treatment. The initiative creates a response system through the 112 emergency service and transfers confiscated animals to shelters.
Tserkovny May Leave Basketball ZenitAlexander Tserkovny, general director of BC Zenit, may leave after the season as his contract ends and no extension talks are ongoing.
Detention Extended for Ex-Mayor Dmitry DranyA court in Yaroslavl extended the detention of Dmitry Drany, former mayor of Kirov and ex-director of road company Yardormost, until March 14, 2026, as he faces bribery charges involving over 10 million rubles.
Oka Bridge 16.7% Complete Despite Billions InvestedConstruction of a multi-billion-ruble bridge over the Oka River in the Ryazan region is only 16.7% complete. The project also includes two smaller bridges and involves 115 workers.
Burns and Poor-Quality Lips: Tyumen Residents ComplainIn 2025, Tyumen residents filed nine complaints with Russia's consumer protection agency Rospotrebnadzor over cosmetology services, alleging burns, poor-quality lip procedures, and other issues.
Strong winds up to 18 m/s expected in UralsThe regional department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (EMERCOM) issued an emergency warning due to stormy weather expected in the Sverdlovsk region on Wednesday.
