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Beloved Soviet TV presenter Svetlana Zhiltsova dies at 89Beloved Soviet TV presenter Svetlana Zhiltsova dies at 89
Beloved Soviet TV presenter Svetlana Zhiltsova dies at 89Svetlana Zhiltsova, a renowned Soviet television presenter, has passed away at the age of 89, as announced by radio host Mikhail Kunitsyn.
Mother in Yekaterinburg convicted over child's deathMother in Yekaterinburg convicted over child's death
Mother in Yekaterinburg convicted over child's deathA mother in Yekaterinburg has been convicted after her newborn son died while she was under the influence of alcohol. The Chkalovsky District Court found her guilty of causing death by negligence.
Employers in Arkhangelsk Oblast Seek Key Specialists for 2026Employers in Arkhangelsk Oblast Seek Key Specialists for 2026
Employers in Arkhangelsk Oblast Seek Key Specialists for 2026Technical specialists and doctors top the list of most needed professions in the region for the coming year.
Bus Stop Collapses on 63-Year-Old Woman in SaratovBus Stop Collapses on 63-Year-Old Woman in Saratov
Bus Stop Collapses on 63-Year-Old Woman in SaratovA bus stop collapsed on a 63-year-old woman in Saratov, leading to her hospitalization. The Investigative Committee has opened a criminal negligence case over the incident.
Man dies in fire at private house in KislovodskMan dies in fire at private house in Kislovodsk
Man dies in fire at private house in KislovodskA 65-year-old man perished in a blaze that destroyed his home in Kislovodsk early this morning, with preliminary reports pointing to an overheated stove.
Volgograd after February snowstorm: consequences of snowfallVolgograd after February snowstorm: consequences of snowfall
Volgograd after February snowstorm: consequences of snowfallSeveral hours of intense snowfall practically paralyzed Volgograd. Utility services worked all night to restore traffic.
Svetlana Zhiltsova, KVN and children's show host, diesSvetlana Zhiltsova, KVN and children's show host, dies
Svetlana Zhiltsova, KVN and children's show host, diesSvetlana Zhiltsova, a renowned Soviet TV presenter known for hosting KVN and 'Good Night, Kids!', has passed away at the age of 89.
St. Petersburg opens street named after Commissioner Grushko
St. Petersburg opens street named after Commissioner GrushkoOn February 3, a ceremonial opening took place in the Krasnoselsky District of St. Petersburg for a street named after Commissioner Yevgeny Grushko, who led the police in besieged Leningrad. The initiative to assign the name came from the Main Directorate of the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs.
Nizhnevartovsk Reinforced Concrete Plant Owes Workers 19 Million RublesNizhnevartovsk Reinforced Concrete Plant Owes Workers 19 Million Rubles
Nizhnevartovsk Reinforced Concrete Plant Owes Workers 19 Million RublesEmployees have not received their salaries for four months.
Omsk Resident Fined for Posting Banned Symbol OnlineOmsk Resident Fined for Posting Banned Symbol Online
Omsk Resident Fined for Posting Banned Symbol OnlineA court in Omsk has fined a local resident for publishing banned extremist symbolism online.
Villagers in Zabaykalsky Krai Unable to Gather Firewood, Forestry Ministry ExplainsVillagers in Zabaykalsky Krai Unable to Gather Firewood, Forestry Ministry Explains
Villagers in Zabaykalsky Krai Unable to Gather Firewood, Forestry Ministry ExplainsResidents of a Zabaykalsky Krai village cannot obtain firewood due to scarce accessible forest plots, and the Forestry Ministry explains that logging sites are increasingly remote, with local administrations responsible for fuel provision.
Yekaterinburg Mother Sentenced for Rocking Infant to DeathYekaterinburg Mother Sentenced for Rocking Infant to Death
Yekaterinburg Mother Sentenced for Rocking Infant to DeathA Yekaterinburg court has sentenced a 32-year-old mother to nearly two years of restricted freedom for accidentally causing her newborn son's death while drunk.
Investigative Committee finds no grounds to punish Kuzbass coal companiesInvestigative Committee finds no grounds to punish Kuzbass coal companies
Investigative Committee finds no grounds to punish Kuzbass coal companiesThe Investigative Committee has closed a criminal case against major coal companies in Kuzbass, finding no grounds for charges after they nearly caused a heating crisis by halting subsidized coal supplies last winter.
Schoolgirl attacks classmate with knife in Krasnoyarsk KraiSchoolgirl attacks classmate with knife in Krasnoyarsk Krai
Schoolgirl attacks classmate with knife in Krasnoyarsk KraiA 14-year-old student in Kodinsk, Krasnoyarsk Krai, stabbed a classmate after a conflict with a teacher, and also attempted to attack the teacher.
Woman's body filled with silicone after breast implant ruptureWoman's body filled with silicone after breast implant rupture
Woman's body filled with silicone after breast implant ruptureA Russian woman is suffering from silicone migration throughout her body after a breast implant ruptured, and doctors are currently unable to provide a cure.
Russian woman stuffed with silicone due to ruptured breast implantRussian woman stuffed with silicone due to ruptured breast implant
Russian woman stuffed with silicone due to ruptured breast implantDoctors are currently unable to help the young woman who has silicone fragments spread throughout her body after a failed breast augmentation.
Russian Woman 'Stuffed' with Silicone After Breast Implant RuptureRussian Woman 'Stuffed' with Silicone After Breast Implant Rupture
Russian Woman 'Stuffed' with Silicone After Breast Implant RuptureA Russian woman suffers from silicone spreading throughout her body after a breast implant rupture, and doctors have been unable to provide effective treatment.
Russian Woman's Body Filled with Silicone After Implant BurstRussian Woman's Body Filled with Silicone After Implant Burst
Russian Woman's Body Filled with Silicone After Implant BurstA Russian woman is suffering from silicone spreading throughout her body after a breast implant ruptured, and doctors are struggling to treat her condition.
He Will Kill Me, But Not Right Away: Silicone Invades Woman's Body After Implant RuptureHe Will Kill Me, But Not Right Away: Silicone Invades Woman's Body After Implant Rupture
He Will Kill Me, But Not Right Away: Silicone Invades Woman's Body After Implant RuptureA woman from Krasnodar, Russia, is battling silicone that spread through her body after a breast implant rupture, with doctors so far unable to offer a cure.
MAX Security Center Announces January Results with 22 Million Rubles SavedMAX Security Center Announces January Results with 22 Million Rubles Saved
MAX Security Center Announces January Results with 22 Million Rubles SavedThe MAX national messenger's security center, in collaboration with Russian police, prevented crimes and saved over 22 million rubles (about $220,000 at current rates) in January, after recently enhancing protection with VKey biometric technology.
Spotted deer in Tsentralny Reserve start coming to people for foodSpotted deer in Tsentralny Reserve start coming to people for food
Spotted deer in Tsentralny Reserve start coming to people for foodSpotted deer in the Tsentralny Reserve of Saratov Region, Russia, are increasingly approaching humans, attracted by the sound of snowmobiles that bring them food.
Man commits suicide in New Moscow shopping center after erratic behaviorMan commits suicide in New Moscow shopping center after erratic behavior
Man commits suicide in New Moscow shopping center after erratic behaviorA 31-year-old man was found dead in a shopping center in New Moscow on February 3, after witnesses reported him running and shouting on the second floor.
Volgograd grapples with aftermath of brief but heavy snowfallVolgograd grapples with aftermath of brief but heavy snowfall
Volgograd grapples with aftermath of brief but heavy snowfallA snowfall that lasted only a few hours practically paralyzed the city of Volgograd.
Kodinsk Schoolgirl Attempts Knife Attack on Teacher, Stabs StudentKodinsk Schoolgirl Attempts Knife Attack on Teacher, Stabs Student
Kodinsk Schoolgirl Attempts Knife Attack on Teacher, Stabs StudentA 14-year-old schoolgirl in Kodinsk was detained after attempting to stab a teacher and injuring another student with a knife.
Tula region lists vehicles permitted during weather-related road closuresTula region lists vehicles permitted during weather-related road closures
Tula region lists vehicles permitted during weather-related road closuresAuthorities in Tula region have specified which types of vehicles are exempt from road closures during severe weather conditions.