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Passengers slide under buses at icy Novosibirsk stop — videoPassengers slide under buses at icy Novosibirsk stop — video
Passengers slide under buses at icy Novosibirsk stop — videoPeople in Novosibirsk are falling when getting off buses at a stop on Tatyana Snezhina Street due to thick ice. Passengers are frightened not only by the slippery surface but also by the rats living in a nearby bin.
Ufa Residents Debate Metro Construction as 'Expensive Entertainment'Ufa Residents Debate Metro Construction as 'Expensive Entertainment'
Ufa Residents Debate Metro Construction as 'Expensive Entertainment'Only 23% of Ufa residents polled support a metro, while 45% advocate for light rail or tram alternatives, according to local media comments.
Chelyabinsk Carrier Responds to Traffic Police After Pedestrian AccidentChelyabinsk Carrier Responds to Traffic Police After Pedestrian Accident
Chelyabinsk Carrier Responds to Traffic Police After Pedestrian AccidentCompany 'Alfa' provided video of the accident and stated that it was the first incident with injuries this year.
Bus Company Counters Traffic Police Allegations Over AccidentsBus Company Counters Traffic Police Allegations Over Accidents
Bus Company Counters Traffic Police Allegations Over AccidentsIn response to traffic police claims, the bus company on Chelyabinsk's route 22 has provided video of a recent pedestrian accident, stating it was their only injury crash this year.
Public vote underway in Kurgan for night bus routesPublic vote underway in Kurgan for night bus routes
Public vote underway in Kurgan for night bus routesKurgan plans to introduce night bus services until 1:30 a.m., with residents invited to vote on which routes should run.
Voronezh Gridlocked by Tuesday Morning TrafficVoronezh Gridlocked by Tuesday Morning Traffic
Voronezh Gridlocked by Tuesday Morning TrafficOn Tuesday, January 20, Voronezh faced severe traffic congestion, with jams rated at three points due to accidents and road works, according to Yandex Maps.
Arkhangelsk Airport to undergo new reconstruction phaseArkhangelsk Airport to undergo new reconstruction phase
Arkhangelsk Airport to undergo new reconstruction phaseA new phase of reconstruction for Arkhangelsk's Talagi Airport is set to begin in 2026, supported by nearly 4 billion rubles in federal funding and presidential backing.
Yekaterinburg Mayor Announces New Metro StationsYekaterinburg Mayor Announces New Metro Stations
Yekaterinburg Mayor Announces New Metro StationsThe mayor of Yekaterinburg has announced plans to build two new metro stations, with changes to be incorporated into the city's General Plan.
Private Carriers in Ufa to Increase Bus Fares After State-Operated RisePrivate Carriers in Ufa to Increase Bus Fares After State-Operated Rise
Private Carriers in Ufa to Increase Bus Fares After State-Operated RiseUfa's private bus operators will raise fares on several routes from February 1, with one route reaching 50 rubles ($0.60). This follows a similar announcement from the state-run Bashavtotrans company.
Two Morning Flights from Volgograd to Moscow DelayedTwo Morning Flights from Volgograd to Moscow Delayed
Two Morning Flights from Volgograd to Moscow DelayedOne plane returned to Sheremetyevo, and the second flight's departure was delayed by several hours.
Two Morning Flights to Moscow Delayed in VolgogradTwo Morning Flights to Moscow Delayed in Volgograd
Two Morning Flights to Moscow Delayed in VolgogradOn January 20, two morning flights from Volgograd to Moscow were disrupted, with one aircraft returning to Moscow's Sheremetyevo Airport and the other's departure delayed.
Russian fines double for child car seat violationsRussian fines double for child car seat violations
Russian fines double for child car seat violationsChanges will also affect taxi drivers.
Residents Pay Rising Tolls for Vital River Crossing in ArkhangelskResidents Pay Rising Tolls for Vital River Crossing in Arkhangelsk
Residents Pay Rising Tolls for Vital River Crossing in ArkhangelskResidents of Plesetsky District are dissatisfied with the cost of crossing the Onega River, which is essential for accessing services and visiting family.
Traffic Rules Exams to Be Stiffened: What Awaits Future DriversTraffic Rules Exams to Be Stiffened: What Awaits Future Drivers
Traffic Rules Exams to Be Stiffened: What Awaits Future DriversNew regulations for driver's license exams in Russia will take effect this year, introducing stricter procedures for both theory and practical tests.
Traffic gridlocks all exits from Parkovy microdistrictTraffic gridlocks all exits from Parkovy microdistrict
Traffic gridlocks all exits from Parkovy microdistrictResidents of Perm are stuck again around Gaidar Square. All routes from the Parkovy neighborhood are paralyzed by severe traffic jams, with two accidents on Lokomotivnaya Street.
Majority of gas stations operational in Tomsk, minibuses set to returnMajority of gas stations operational in Tomsk, minibuses set to return
Majority of gas stations operational in Tomsk, minibuses set to returnMost gas stations in Tomsk have resumed normal operations after freezing equipment disrupted public transport, with minibuses expected back on their routes, Mayor Dmitry Makhinya announced.
What drivers need to know before traveling on the M-12 Vostok highwayWhat drivers need to know before traveling on the M-12 Vostok highway
What drivers need to know before traveling on the M-12 Vostok highwayThe toll highway M-12 Vostok connects Moscow with several major destinations. Here are the latest tolls, payment methods, and service locations drivers should know before their journey.
Fourth Bridge Opens Before Official Commissioning, VIS Explains HowFourth Bridge Opens Before Official Commissioning, VIS Explains How
Fourth Bridge Opens Before Official Commissioning, VIS Explains HowThe newly opened fourth bridge in Novosibirsk offers free passage as it awaits full commissioning.
Orenburg alters several bus routes with updated stopsOrenburg alters several bus routes with updated stops
Orenburg alters several bus routes with updated stopsOrenburg's city transport commission has approved changes to multiple bus routes, including new final stops, in response to resident appeals and new urban developments.
Omsk carriers may be fined for incorrect transport colorOmsk carriers may be fined for incorrect transport color
Omsk carriers may be fined for incorrect transport colorOmsk's City Council will consider amendments to introduce fines for transport operators who fail to comply with a unified color scheme.
Emergency door failures plague new buses in PermEmergency door failures plague new buses in Perm
Emergency door failures plague new buses in PermTransport operators in Perm describe recurring failures in emergency door mechanisms on new LiAZ buses as hazardous, yet they and the manufacturer struggle to find fixes.
Tyumen Man Launches Heartfelt Taxi for Emotional ConversationsTyumen Man Launches Heartfelt Taxi for Emotional Conversations
Tyumen Man Launches Heartfelt Taxi for Emotional ConversationsAnton Proshutinsky from Tyumen has created a 'Heartfelt Taxi' service where he drives clients around and talks with them to ease their burdens. He claims it's the only such project in Russia.
Flight attendant discusses drunk passengers and favorite planeFlight attendant discusses drunk passengers and favorite plane
Flight attendant discusses drunk passengers and favorite planeAlexander Mylnikov, a flight attendant for 36 years, has flown with celebrities like Nikolai Karachentsov and shares his experiences in an exclusive interview.
Couple Drives Same Bus, Handles Daughter Handoffs on Perm Route 80Couple Drives Same Bus, Handles Daughter Handoffs on Perm Route 80
Couple Drives Same Bus, Handles Daughter Handoffs on Perm Route 80Igor and Elena, a married couple from Perm, met while driving trolleybuses and now share shifts on bus route 80, even passing their daughter between them during handoffs.