Stop Blaming Neighbors for Rising Utility BillsMany residents believe they pay for neighbors' unpaid utility bills, but experts explain that rising costs stem from opaque calculations of common house needs (ODN) and suggest transparency and maintenance checks.
Rospotrebnadzor Finds No Emergency EmissionsRospotrebnadzor said it received no reports of industrial emissions in Saratov and Engels in January 2026, but will inspect a feed plant after a resident's complaint.
BELAZ Driver Hospitalized in KrasnokamenskA BELAZ driver was hospitalized in serious condition after falling onto a cab during repairs at the Urtuysky coal mine in Krasnokamensk.
Nizhny Novgorod man defrauds businessmen, soldiers of 11 mlnA Nizhny Novgorod man was sentenced to five years in prison for defrauding businessmen and special military operation participants of over 11 million rubles ($122,200 at current rates) by impersonating a security service employee.
Perm residents face higher heating bills in JanuaryResidents of Perm Krai are receiving higher heating bills for January 2026 due to three factors: a VAT rate increase, severe cold weather, and a longer billing period.
Ex-Director of Drone Firm Suspected in Defense Order FraudFormer general director of JSC Gorizont, which produces unmanned aircraft systems, is suspected of abuse of authority while executing a state defense contract. Igor Khokhlov has given a confession, and his property has been seized.
Ufa Student Shoots Teacher, Sparking Panic at SchoolA ninth-grade student brought an airsoft gun to Gymnasium No. 16 in Ufa on Monday and shot at his teacher, who escaped serious injury. Parents gathered outside as authorities evacuated students.
Rozamira Awards First Lada Niva LegendAndrei Mikhalev, a Samara taxi driver, won the first Lada Niva Legend in a monthly giveaway by Rozamira on 30 January 2026. The promotion runs through 2026, awarding 12 SUVs and 25 cash prizes worth 100,000 rubles total ($1,100).
Teacher Feels Sorry for Student Who Attacked HimA teacher at a Ufa gymnasium was shot in the face by a student with an airsoft rifle but says he feels sorry for the boy, who had a history of conflicts with teachers and classmates.
30-km Traffic Jam on M-7 Towards MoscowOn February 3, a nearly 30-kilometer traffic jam formed on the M-7 highway in the Nizhny Novgorod and Vladimir regions due to road works, accidents, and weather conditions.
TolyattiAzot Launches 'Chemistry of Good' Grant CompetitionNew ideas in culture, ecology, and sports will receive financial support through TolyattiAzot's 'Chemistry of Good' grant competition, supporting projects in the Tolyatti region.
Smolny Establishes Facade Decoration RulesAmendments to St. Petersburg's landscaping rules regulating holiday facade decorations are under discussion. Using standard templates will eliminate the need for additional approvals.
Perm Krai launches youth sports development programGovernor Dmitry Makhonin and Minister of Physical Culture and Sports Tatyana Chesnokova discussed 2026 plans as the region begins implementing a youth sports development program.
Truck catches fire on highway near ChitaA truck caught fire on the evening of February 3 on a road in the Chita district near the Bayan Zochin cafe in the village of Ugdan, possibly due to electrical issues, an eyewitness said.
Schoolgirl attacks classmate with knife in KodinskA 14-year-old student brought a kitchen knife to School No. 4 in Kodinsk and stabbed a girl from a parallel class, the Krasnoyarsk Territory Prosecutor's Office said. She will likely need psychological help.
Armwrestler from Yugra gets hate for provocative behavior on 'Titans'Armwrestler Maxim Bitarov, known as Akimbo, faced backlash from fellow contestants and viewers for his provocative gestures and 'unsportsmanlike' conduct on the latest episode of 'Titans: Battle of the Seasons'.
