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Drone Danger Declared in Volgograd OblastDrone Danger Declared in Volgograd Oblast
Drone Danger Declared in Volgograd OblastIn Volgograd Oblast, a drone danger regime has been introduced. Specialists recommend residents avoid open spaces and stay away from windows.
Advanced Cancer Treatment and Family Support in NovosibirskAdvanced Cancer Treatment and Family Support in Novosibirsk
Advanced Cancer Treatment and Family Support in NovosibirskSpecialists at the Medica medical center in Novosibirsk successfully treat even the most complex cancer cases, using advanced drug therapies and providing comprehensive patient support.
How to Become a Resident of an Exclusive Cottage VillageHow to Become a Resident of an Exclusive Cottage Village
How to Become a Resident of an Exclusive Cottage VillageAt the Urman cottage settlement near Yekaterinburg, 60 families have already chosen to become neighbors based on shared values.
Moscow-Chelyabinsk train delayed by fuel truck collisionMoscow-Chelyabinsk train delayed by fuel truck collision
Moscow-Chelyabinsk train delayed by fuel truck collisionA train traveling from Moscow to Chelyabinsk was delayed by 1 hour and 44 minutes after a fuel truck collided with a passenger train on the tracks in Mordovia.
Courier Arrested in Fake Kidnapping of Krasnoyarsk TeenCourier Arrested in Fake Kidnapping of Krasnoyarsk Teen
Courier Arrested in Fake Kidnapping of Krasnoyarsk TeenA court arrested a 22-year-old courier involved in the fake kidnapping of the 14-year-old son of Krasnoyarsk businessman Andrei Kaplya. The young man from the Tyumen Region will remain in pretrial detention until March 22.
Bastrykin Takes Over Infant Death in Trans-Ural HospitalBastrykin Takes Over Infant Death in Trans-Ural Hospital
Bastrykin Takes Over Infant Death in Trans-Ural HospitalAlexander Bastrykin, head of Russia's Investigative Committee, has taken control of a criminal case into the death of an infant at a hospital in the Trans-Ural region, after the mother appealed to him.
Bank Fined for Harassing Woman Over False DebtBank Fined for Harassing Woman Over False Debt
Bank Fined for Harassing Woman Over False DebtA bank in Yekaterinburg was fined 300,000 rubles ($3,000 at current rates) after harassing a woman nearly 40 times over a debt she never incurred.
Drone alert in Volgograd Oblast, airport closedDrone alert in Volgograd Oblast, airport closed
Drone alert in Volgograd Oblast, airport closedA drone alert has been declared in Volgograd Oblast, prompting authorities to advise residents to avoid open areas and stay away from windows. The local airport has implemented the 'Kover' plan, causing flight delays.
Knife found on student near Ufa after attackKnife found on student near Ufa after attack
Knife found on student near Ufa after attackA parent complained on social media that a 9th grader at a school in Yumatovo, Bashkiria, brought a knife to class and threatened a classmate, just days after a knife and air rifle attack at a gymnasium in Ufa.
Man killed in Novoaltaysk garage fireMan killed in Novoaltaysk garage fire
Man killed in Novoaltaysk garage fireA man died in a garage fire in Novoaltaysk, Altai Krai, after 14 firefighters were called to the scene on Michurina Street.
Russian MoD: 24 Drones Downed Over Four RegionsRussian MoD: 24 Drones Downed Over Four Regions
Russian MoD: 24 Drones Downed Over Four RegionsThe Russian Defense Ministry reported that 24 drones were shot down overnight on February 4 by air defense systems over the Bryansk, Belgorod, Rostov, and Astrakhan regions.
Spring flood in Tyumen region to be tougherSpring flood in Tyumen region to be tougher
Spring flood in Tyumen region to be tougherRussia's Roshydrometcenter warns of a difficult spring flood in 2026 in the Tyumen region. Water levels on the Ishim River may exceed the norm.
Southern cyclone brings snow and strong windsSouthern cyclone brings snow and strong winds
Southern cyclone brings snow and strong windsA southern cyclone is bringing warmth, snow, and gusty winds to Novosibirsk region on February 6, with gusts up to 20 m/s and daytime temperatures reaching +1°C (34°F).
Million-rouble payouts for apartment buyers: one conditionMillion-rouble payouts for apartment buyers: one condition
Million-rouble payouts for apartment buyers: one conditionStarting January 1, a moratorium on penalties for delayed apartment handovers was lifted, allowing buyers to claim compensation. Expert Maria Ivatkina explains how to calculate the payout and the condition to avoid losing the right.
Authorities Convene Commission Over Inaccessible FirewoodAuthorities Convene Commission Over Inaccessible Firewood
Authorities Convene Commission Over Inaccessible FirewoodAuthorities in Zabaykalsky Krai will hold an emergency commission meeting on 4 February due to residents' inability to reach logging plots, which are accessible only by large vehicles or helicopter.
Investigators open new case after fatal crash complaintsInvestigators open new case after fatal crash complaints
Investigators open new case after fatal crash complaintsInvestigators in the Trans-Urals have opened a new criminal case for exceeding official powers after a father complained about the investigation into his son's death in a car crash.
Spring flood 'harder than last year' in TyumenSpring flood 'harder than last year' in Tyumen
Spring flood 'harder than last year' in TyumenForecasters warn that Tyumen Oblast will face a more severe spring flood than in 2025, placing the region in the red zone.
Shootout on Rublyovka: One Kidnapper KilledShootout on Rublyovka: One Kidnapper Killed
Shootout on Rublyovka: One Kidnapper KilledA shootout between police and kidnappers on Rublyovka on 3 February left one kidnapper dead after they opened fire during an arrest attempt.
Mother Kills Son After Imprisoning Father on Rape ChargesMother Kills Son After Imprisoning Father on Rape Charges
Mother Kills Son After Imprisoning Father on Rape ChargesThe mother of a five-year-old boy had her ex-husband jailed on rape charges, then strangled and drowned their son in a bathtub in Moscow, prosecutors say.
3 February: Snow Halts Trams, Causes 40-km Jam3 February: Snow Halts Trams, Causes 40-km Jam
3 February: Snow Halts Trams, Causes 40-km JamA snowfall in Rostov-on-Don halted tram traffic and caused a 40-kilometer traffic jam on the M-4 highway. 3 February also saw other incidents and events.
Down Payment Required for Yekaterinburg Apartment
Down Payment Required for Yekaterinburg ApartmentAnna Ermakova, owner of real estate agency Kviko, explained the down payment amounts needed for buying an apartment in Yekaterinburg.
School in Serebryany Bereg Handed Over with ViolationsSchool in Serebryany Bereg Handed Over with Violations
School in Serebryany Bereg Handed Over with ViolationsA new school in the Serebryany Bereg microdistrict of Omsk was built with numerous violations, but the court refused to hold those responsible accountable.
Sisters Abandoned in Childhood Find Brother After DecadesSisters Abandoned in Childhood Find Brother After Decades
Sisters Abandoned in Childhood Find Brother After DecadesTwo women from the Chelyabinsk region, abandoned by their mother as children, confirmed their relationship with a brother using a television project and met him.
Blood Found in Disappearance of Guthrie's MotherBlood Found in Disappearance of Guthrie's Mother
Blood Found in Disappearance of Guthrie's MotherBlood traces were found on the doorstep of missing 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, mother of TV host Savannah Guthrie, as police investigate a possible kidnapping.
Novosibirsk Sets Date for Tula River Bridge RepairNovosibirsk Sets Date for Tula River Bridge Repair
Novosibirsk Sets Date for Tula River Bridge RepairNovosibirsk Mayor Maxim Kudryavtsev announced the timeline for completing the capital repair of the bridge over the Tula River, with traffic currently diverted via a temporary bypass.