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Samara Students Ace Test Easily, Adults Have No ChanceSamara Students Ace Test Easily, Adults Have No Chance
Samara Students Ace Test Easily, Adults Have No ChanceThe further you are from school, the harder it is to succeed, as Samara children outperform adults in a knowledge challenge.
Schoolchildren in Rostov Allowed to Skip Classes Due to Bad WeatherSchoolchildren in Rostov Allowed to Skip Classes Due to Bad Weather
Schoolchildren in Rostov Allowed to Skip Classes Due to Bad WeatherStudents in Rostov are permitted to stay home from school on February 3, 2026, because of extreme cold and heavy snowfall.
Winter Fashion in Yaroslavl: Panamas and Sneakers in the FrostWinter Fashion in Yaroslavl: Panamas and Sneakers in the Frost
Winter Fashion in Yaroslavl: Panamas and Sneakers in the FrostA photo report shows how residents of Yaroslavl combine style and comfort in the January cold.
Beglov: Lenfilm Transferred to City Ahead of Schedule
Beglov: Lenfilm Transferred to City Ahead of ScheduleGovernor Alexander Beglov announced the early transfer of the Lenfilm studio to the ownership of St. Petersburg. The corresponding order was previously given by Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin.
Winter Looks in Yaroslavl: Panama Hats and SneakersWinter Looks in Yaroslavl: Panama Hats and Sneakers
Winter Looks in Yaroslavl: Panama Hats and SneakersA January lookbook in a new photo report.
Crash near Krasnoyarsk kills four teens and FSIN employeeCrash near Krasnoyarsk kills four teens and FSIN employee
Crash near Krasnoyarsk kills four teens and FSIN employeeFive people, including four teenagers and a Federal Penitentiary Service employee, died in a traffic accident near Krasnoyarsk on February 2.
Snowfall Paralyzes Traffic on Volgograd's Longitudinal HighwaysSnowfall Paralyzes Traffic on Volgograd's Longitudinal Highways
Snowfall Paralyzes Traffic on Volgograd's Longitudinal HighwaysUniversity Avenue between the Akvarel shopping center and the administration building of the Sovetsky District came to a complete standstill due to snowdrifts and skidding vehicles.
Ayn Rand Museum Opened in Her St. Petersburg ApartmentAyn Rand Museum Opened in Her St. Petersburg Apartment
Ayn Rand Museum Opened in Her St. Petersburg ApartmentA private museum dedicated to Ayn Rand opened on February 2 in her former apartment on Nevsky Prospect in St. Petersburg, where she lived before emigrating.
Granddaughter of former Samara mayor shows change after year in detentionGranddaughter of former Samara mayor shows change after year in detention
Granddaughter of former Samara mayor shows change after year in detentionOn February 3, 2025, it will be exactly one year since the Samara District Court chose a pre-trial restriction for Ekaterina Tarkhova. We look at how she has changed during her detention.
Snowfall paralyzes traffic on Volgograd's Second LongitudinalSnowfall paralyzes traffic on Volgograd's Second Longitudinal
Snowfall paralyzes traffic on Volgograd's Second LongitudinalUniversity Avenue is 'red' from the Aquarel shopping center to the administration of the Soviet District.
Russian sturgeon fishing may resume in Sea of Azov soonRussian sturgeon fishing may resume in Sea of Azov soon
Russian sturgeon fishing may resume in Sea of Azov soonScientists say Russian sturgeon stocks are recovering in the Sea of Azov, potentially allowing commercial fishing to resume in the coming years.
Storm Warning and Two Danger Levels Declared for Samara OblastStorm Warning and Two Danger Levels Declared for Samara Oblast
Storm Warning and Two Danger Levels Declared for Samara OblastMeteorologists have warned of an unfavorable day in Samara Oblast on Tuesday, February 3, with a storm warning and two levels of danger—yellow and orange—issued.
Russia's Summer Weather Forecast After Harsh Winter: Climatologist AnswersRussia's Summer Weather Forecast After Harsh Winter: Climatologist Answers
Russia's Summer Weather Forecast After Harsh Winter: Climatologist AnswersClimatologist Vladimir Klimenko provides a detailed forecast for summer 2026 in Russia, predicting temperature anomalies and drought risks.
Climatologist Forecasts Russia's Summer 2026 WeatherClimatologist Forecasts Russia's Summer 2026 Weather
Climatologist Forecasts Russia's Summer 2026 WeatherClimatologist Vladimir Klimenko shares a detailed forecast for summer 2026 in Russia, predicting regional variations in temperature and precipitation.
Winter views of the Petrovsky farmstead captured by photographerWinter views of the Petrovsky farmstead captured by photographer
Winter views of the Petrovsky farmstead captured by photographerPhotographer Lyudmila Grishina captured winter landscapes of the Petrovsky farmstead in the Volgograd region.
New Metro Security Measures May Include Phone ChecksNew Metro Security Measures May Include Phone Checks
New Metro Security Measures May Include Phone ChecksWe explain what passengers can expect when entering metro stations, as new regulations may allow inspections of electronic devices.
Arkhangelsk residents take on challenging Soviet film testArkhangelsk residents take on challenging Soviet film test
Arkhangelsk residents take on challenging Soviet film testThis quiz tests residents of Arkhangelsk Oblast on their knowledge of Soviet cinema, requiring attention to detail and film familiarity.
Match TV Host Olga Petrikova Injures Knee on 'Titans' ShowMatch TV Host Olga Petrikova Injures Knee on 'Titans' Show
Match TV Host Olga Petrikova Injures Knee on 'Titans' ShowDespite severe pain, Olga Petrikova, a TV host from the Yugra region (Russia), continued to compete on 'Titans: Battle of the Seasons' on TNT after injuring her knee.
Volunteers Sought for Missing 13-Year-Old in UfaVolunteers Sought for Missing 13-Year-Old in Ufa
Volunteers Sought for Missing 13-Year-Old in UfaA 13-year-old girl disappeared in Ufa on February 2, 2026, and her phone is switched off, hindering search efforts.
Photographer captures winter fairy tale in Petrovsky hamletPhotographer captures winter fairy tale in Petrovsky hamlet
Photographer captures winter fairy tale in Petrovsky hamletPhotographer Lyudmila Grishina has captured enchanting winter scenes in Petrovsky hamlet, Volgograd region.
Deputy Minister of Nizhny Novgorod Forestry Injured in AccidentDeputy Minister of Nizhny Novgorod Forestry Injured in Accident
Deputy Minister of Nizhny Novgorod Forestry Injured in AccidentThe deputy minister of forestry of the Nizhny Novgorod region and a driver were injured in a road traffic accident. The accident occurred on January 29 at the 101st kilometer of the Nizhny Novgorod-Kirov highway.
High Traffic Congestion Persists in St. PetersburgHigh Traffic Congestion Persists in St. Petersburg
High Traffic Congestion Persists in St. PetersburgThe traffic situation in St. Petersburg remains tense. According to the Yandex.Probki service, congestion intensity is rated at 8 points.
Why Investors Are Choosing Novosibirsk Over MoscowWhy Investors Are Choosing Novosibirsk Over Moscow
Why Investors Are Choosing Novosibirsk Over MoscowInvestors are increasingly choosing Novosibirsk for real estate investments due to its strong economy, stable rental demand, and purpose-built projects.
Kupino Ice Cream Transforms Over 15 YearsKupino Ice Cream Transforms Over 15 Years
Kupino Ice Cream Transforms Over 15 YearsOver 15 years, Kupino Ice Cream has grown from a small operation into a leading Siberian producer, expanding its flavors and modernizing its factory.
Comprehensive Audit for SMEs: Avoiding Fines and LawsuitsComprehensive Audit for SMEs: Avoiding Fines and Lawsuits
Comprehensive Audit for SMEs: Avoiding Fines and LawsuitsWho provides comprehensive audit services in Krasnoyarsk?