Samara paralyzed by maximum level traffic jamsSamara experienced unprecedented traffic gridlock on Tuesday morning, February 3, with Yandex.Maps showing the maximum congestion level of 10.
CTC and Melnitsa Sue Grindev Khleb BakeryIn late January, TV channel CTC and animation studio Melnitsa filed lawsuits against the Rostov bakery chain Grindev Khleb, seeking compensation for unauthorized use of cartoon characters.
Ufa Air and Water Testing for Formaldehyde, NoiseThe Development Corporation of Bashkortostan has ordered environmental monitoring for the Ufimsky Industrial Park, focusing on air and water quality.
Teacher from private school in Omsk steals dishes at food courtA mathematics teacher in Omsk stole Christmas dishes and microphones worth 27,000 rubles (approximately $300 at current rates) from a woman at a food court, but was unable to explain his motives.
Relics of Saint Spyridon Arrive in SaratovThe relics of Saint Spyridon of Trimythous have been brought to Saratov, where they will remain for two weeks for veneration by the faithful.
Barometric ridge to raise pressure in St. Petersburg on February 3On February 3, in St. Petersburg and Leningrad Oblast, atmospheric pressure will rise above normal values due to a barometric ridge. Air temperature will remain significantly below the climatic norm.
Passenger outraged over separate tram fare despite city passA Yekaterinburg commuter is angry that his monthly city transport pass is not valid on a specific tram line to Verkhnyaya Pyshma, forcing him to pay extra. He was reportedly misled by support staff about the pass's coverage.
Taltsy Museum Hosts Maslenitsa Celebrations on February 21 and 22Maslenitsa festivities with traditional doll burning, folk games, and pancakes will be held at the Taltsy Museum on February 21 and 22, with tickets priced from 200 rubles (about $3 at current rates).
Jacqueline Laurita Will Not Join RHOC in New SeasonInsiders confirmed that the former star of "The Real Housewives of New Jersey" will not appear in "The Real Housewives of Orange County" in the upcoming season, despite active negotiations.
New alcohol restrictions to take effect in Krasnoyarsk Territory in MarchStarting March 1, anti-alcohol restrictions will come into effect in the Krasnoyarsk Territory, limiting sales in stores and restaurants. The rules include time restrictions and two days when alcohol sales are banned entirely.
