Lokh villagers reclaim name as signs are stolen most in RussiaResidents of Lokh village in Russia have transformed its comical name into a brand. This comes as lawmakers attempt to rename settlements with amusing or offensive names across the country.
Khanty-Mansi Woman Relocates from Surgut to BatumiVera Kuznetsova, a resident of Khanty-Mansi, moved from the northern city of Surgut to Batumi, Georgia, seeking a warmer climate and new experiences after two decades in Russia.
He wings it: Pensioner mounts giant Natali head on vintage VolgaA retired man in the Omsk region has become a local celebrity after installing a massive sculpture of singer Natali's head on his vintage Volga convertible, with neighbors expressing mixed reactions.
Hackers Breach VSK Insurance, Risks for ClientsHackers attacked VSK Insurance on November 12, and the company has been unable to restore its services for a week, causing widespread client complaints.
Trump's Humiliation and Crown Stripping: Miss Universe ScandalsThe Miss Universe 2025 pageant, scheduled for November 21 in Thailand, faces cancellation after a public confrontation between the vice president and Miss Mexico, leading to several contestants withdrawing.
Blogger Panda Sakha Shows Traditional Yakut FishingBlogger Panda Sakha, also known as Vyacheslav Romanov, showcased his participation in the traditional Yakut fishing event called munkha, where he caught a large number of crucian carp.
Weekly Digest: Surgut Crash, Skin Health, Mayor's WardrobeThis week's top stories include new details on a historic plane crash in Surgut, insights into skin health in the North, the mayor's fashion choices, and what's on the menu at the local university.
Vietnamese Student in Omsk Wants to Stay After GraduationVo Tien Nguyen, a Vietnamese student studying marketing at Omsk State University named after Fyodor Dostoevsky, discussed his life in Omsk and his intention to remain in Russia after graduation.
Moscow Law Enforcement Reveals Phone Hacking TacticsMoscow law enforcement officials have disclosed their methods for accessing criminals' phones, raising concerns about digital security and the potential for scammers to use similar techniques.
Washing machines as pay: 1990s barter salariesIn the 1990s, many workers in Chelyabinsk received salaries in goods instead of cash due to economic shortages, from food to household appliances.
Abandoned Village Residents Say 'No One Needs Us'Verkhnyaya Birusa, a small taiga village on the Yenisei federal highway near Krasnoyarsk, has no shops, schools, or jobs, but its elderly inhabitants persevere in their secluded world.
Zabaikalsky Prosecutor Veterans Help Establish Memorial in DNRVeterans from Zabaikalsky Krai's prosecutor's office have contributed funds to create the Alley of Glory memorial in Novy Svet village, DNR, as announced by Governor Alexander Osipov on October 27.
Weekly Highlights: Strange Foods, Yugra Politicians, and Cardiologist TalkThis week's curated articles feature an in-depth interview with a cardiologist on heart disease risks, discussions on student pregnancy support, unusual food products in local stores, and a list of Yugra's most handsome politicians.
Chelyabinsk Artist Joins London Affordable Art FairMarina Altukhova studied in Malaysia, built a marketing career, and then returned to art in Chelyabinsk as collectors across Russia began buying her work. From 15 to 19 October, she will show at London’s Affordable Art Fair.
Siberian in U.S. behind viral ‘permanent makeup’ clipAnastasia Sukhushina, a Siberian beauty practitioner now living in the U.S., drew anger online after a reel seemed to show her giving a first-grader permanent eyeliner; she says it was a visual trick to grow her audience.
Russian Student Explains Leaving Baby in Antalya AirportA Russian student who left a newborn in an Antalya airport restroom said she did not realize she was giving birth and felt shock. She recounted the episode in an interview with journalist Ksenia Sobchak.
«Pharmacy Revizorro» from Taganrog: five years on — videoFive years after a birthday party where dry ice in a pool led to three deaths, including her husband’s, Taganrog blogger Ekaterina Didenko — dubbed the «pharmacy Revizorro» — has remarried, launched courses, and had a third child.
