Sochi hosts recount tourist mess from bedbugs to birthOver 470,000 tourists visited Sochi during the New Year holidays, with some leaving accommodations in such disarray that hosts face costly repairs and unexpected pets.
Sochi tourists leave behind cats, bugs, and chaosFrom abandoned pets to bed bug infestations, vacationers in Sochi are shocking landlords and hotel staff with the condition of rental properties and accommodations.
Yakutia Authorities Allocate Budget for Ysyakh Olonkho in 2026Authorities in Yakutia will spend 11.6 million rubles (approximately $116,000 at current rates) on the Ysyakh Olonkho festival in 2026, with 9.6 million rubles allocated for Ysyakh Tuymaady in Yakutsk.
Yugra Woman's Thailand Adventure: Jungle Night and BeachKsenia Yaufman, a bodybuilder from Surgut, and her husband recently visited Phuket, Thailand, for the first time, sharing experiences of jungle nights and secret beaches.
Personal Review of the TECNO MEGAPAD Pro TabletIn December 2023, TECNO released the MEGAPAD Pro tablet in Russia, featuring a 12-inch screen, a large battery, and an AI assistant. A journalist tested the new device and shares her impressions.
Body of Swimmer Found in Bosphorus Without Hands and HeadThe body of swimmer Nikolai Svechnikov, missing since a Bosphorus swim in August 2025, was discovered by Turkish rescuers after nearly six months. His family flew to Istanbul for identification and a DNA test, which confirmed his identity.
Omsk Residents Warned of 'Lunar Smiley' Sky EventOn January 23, Omsk Telegram channels spread reports of a 'lunar smiley' formation, but the local planetarium director clarified that such an alignment is impossible.
Designer Builds Fashion Brand for Small DogsElena Matvienko from Tyumen started her dog clothing brand in 2013 and now serves pet owners across Russia with custom outfits for small breeds.
