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Funeral Tariffs Rise Again in SamaraFuneral Tariffs Rise Again in Samara
Funeral Tariffs Rise Again in SamaraCity Hall approved updated tariffs.
New Tech in Search for Savannah Guthrie's MotherNew Tech in Search for Savannah Guthrie's Mother
New Tech in Search for Savannah Guthrie's MotherTime is running out in the search for the elderly mother of TV host Savannah Guthrie. Police hope for surveillance cameras, but the camera at her home was removed.
Anton Alexandrov Reveals Dark Spots of StalingradAnton Alexandrov Reveals Dark Spots of Stalingrad
Anton Alexandrov Reveals Dark Spots of StalingradA new book by Anton Alexandrov, 'Ghosts of Stalingrad,' exploring little-known aspects of the Battle of Stalingrad, has sparked lively debate among historians and tour guides.
Volgograd's 1 Billion Ruble Two-Year Road LeaseVolgograd's 1 Billion Ruble Two-Year Road Lease
Volgograd's 1 Billion Ruble Two-Year Road LeaseState Budgetary Institution (GBU) Volgogradavtodor has completed a procurement for leasing road equipment worth nearly 1 billion rubles over three years, with the sole unnamed bidder to provide the machines.
Lenskaya: Heat restored to 25 homes, 3 schoolsLenskaya: Heat restored to 25 homes, 3 schools
Lenskaya: Heat restored to 25 homes, 3 schoolsIn the Krasnogvardeysky District of St. Petersburg, replacement of an emergency section of the heating network has been completed. Heating has been supplied to 25 residential buildings, three schools, and four children's institutions.
Zabaykalsky Authorities Decide Kindergarten Hours for SagaalganZabaykalsky Authorities Decide Kindergarten Hours for Sagaalgan
Zabaykalsky Authorities Decide Kindergarten Hours for SagaalganAuthorities in Zabaykalsky will determine kindergarten operations for the non-working day on February 18, celebrated as the Sagaalgan (Buddhist New Year) holiday.
Volgograd Repels Drone Attack, Debris SearchVolgograd Repels Drone Attack, Debris Search
Volgograd Repels Drone Attack, Debris SearchOn the morning of February 4, industrial sites in southern Volgograd were attacked by Ukrainian drones, which were repelled by Russian air defense.
Sochi Seaport to Hold All-Day Training ExercisesSochi Seaport to Hold All-Day Training Exercises
Sochi Seaport to Hold All-Day Training ExercisesMilitary training exercises will be held all day on February 4 in the Sochi seaport, with an audio warning sounded before they begin.
Yaroslavl Electric Buses Run Less Due to ColdYaroslavl Electric Buses Run Less Due to Cold
Yaroslavl Electric Buses Run Less Due to ColdYaroslavl city officials attributed complaints about infrequent electric bus service to technical malfunctions caused by low temperatures.
'Dog's Job': Paramedic on Ambulance and COVID Ward'Dog's Job': Paramedic on Ambulance and COVID Ward
'Dog's Job': Paramedic on Ambulance and COVID WardIn a candid interview, a paramedic from the Moscow region reveals the deep-seated problems in Russia's healthcare system, from bureaucracy to burnout.
Ghosts of Stalingrad Book Stirs Historians' DebateGhosts of Stalingrad Book Stirs Historians' Debate
Ghosts of Stalingrad Book Stirs Historians' DebateIn Volgograd, historian Anton Alexandrov's new book 'Ghosts of Stalingrad' has sparked considerable debate in the professional community over its controversial claims.
What to Do After Giving Scammer SMS CodeWhat to Do After Giving Scammer SMS Code
What to Do After Giving Scammer SMS CodeIf you have mistakenly given a scammer an SMS code, follow this step-by-step plan to protect your money and data, as explained by Anton Nemkin.
Surgut Actor Plays Olga Buzova's Lawyer in New FilmSurgut Actor Plays Olga Buzova's Lawyer in New Film
Surgut Actor Plays Olga Buzova's Lawyer in New FilmIn the last two years, Surgut actor Rukhin Magerramov has appeared in a dozen films and TV series.
Fans Buy Up Rain Show Tickets in KemerovoFans Buy Up Rain Show Tickets in Kemerovo
Fans Buy Up Rain Show Tickets in KemerovoFemale fans have snapped up almost all tickets for the two-day performance of the 'Rain Show' by the St. Petersburg dance theater 'Storm' in Kemerovo, with only 49 seats remaining a week before the show.
Driver abandons Land Cruiser with trash in YekaterinburgDriver abandons Land Cruiser with trash in Yekaterinburg
Driver abandons Land Cruiser with trash in YekaterinburgA Land Cruiser filled with boxes and bags has been abandoned on a traffic island in Yekaterinburg for a week; the owner's wife says the battery died.
Three Tula Cyclists to Compete at European Track ChampionshipsThree Tula Cyclists to Compete at European Track Championships
Three Tula Cyclists to Compete at European Track ChampionshipsThree cyclists from Russia's Tula region will compete under a neutral flag at the European Track Cycling Championships in Konya, Turkey, from Feb. 1-5.
Why Nizhny Novgorod residents dream of lakefront livingWhy Nizhny Novgorod residents dream of lakefront living
Why Nizhny Novgorod residents dream of lakefront livingInna Voroshilova, deputy sales director of AGROSPETSTEKH Group, discusses the Dom na Avangardnoy residential complex, a green home by the lake with turnkey finishing and comprehensive infrastructure.
Togliatti yearly food prices: cucumbers cheaper, beef costlierTogliatti yearly food prices: cucumbers cheaper, beef costlier
Togliatti yearly food prices: cucumbers cheaper, beef costlierBy comparing Samara Statistical Office (Samarastat) reports from early 2025 and 2026, we found which food items in Togliatti saw the biggest price rises and falls.
Kursk Woman Faces 10 Years as Scam CourierKursk Woman Faces 10 Years as Scam Courier
Kursk Woman Faces 10 Years as Scam CourierA 19-year-old from Kursk region faces up to 10 years in prison after acting as a courier for a phone scam group, collecting nearly 2 million rubles (about $22,200 at current rates) from elderly victims in Chita.
Electric Buses Run Less Often in YaroslavlElectric Buses Run Less Often in Yaroslavl
Electric Buses Run Less Often in YaroslavlAuthorities in Yaroslavl say electric buses are running less frequently due to abnormally low temperatures causing technical issues, after a resident complained about the No. 60 route.
Truck Overturns in Voronezh Region, Driver InjuredTruck Overturns in Voronezh Region, Driver Injured
Truck Overturns in Voronezh Region, Driver InjuredA truck driver was injured after his vehicle overturned in the Gribanovsky district of the Voronezh region on Tuesday, local police reported.
Russia to Count All Sparrows Feb 7-15
Russia to Count All Sparrows Feb 7-15A census of house and field sparrows will take place across Russia from February 7 to 15, as ornithologists say this period is ideal for counting birds on bushes where they chirp actively and have not yet started breeding.
University, Governor, Speaker Mourn Pilots Killed Near OrskUniversity, Governor, Speaker Mourn Pilots Killed Near Orsk
University, Governor, Speaker Mourn Pilots Killed Near OrskThe St. Petersburg State University of Civil Aviation, Governor Alexander Beglov, and Legislative Assembly Speaker Alexander Belsky expressed condolences for the three victims of a plane crash near Orsk.
Midiynoye Mesto Opening Stalled by Heating, VentilationMidiynoye Mesto Opening Stalled by Heating, Ventilation
Midiynoye Mesto Opening Stalled by Heating, VentilationThe restaurant Midiynoye Mesto on Lenina Street faced a delayed opening due to a dispute with landlord Kineks over heating and ventilation connections, leading to a court case.
Three Tram Routes Diverted Near VDNKhThree Tram Routes Diverted Near VDNKh
Three Tram Routes Diverted Near VDNKhOn the morning of February 4, three tram routes were diverted near VDNKh due to technical issues, according to the Moscow Department of Transport.