Kremlin Announces New 'Family Support' Package, Focusing on Mortgage Subsidies and Maternal Capital Expansion
MOSCOW – November 13 – The Russian government, under the directive of President Vladimir Putin, has unveiled a new comprehensive package of social measures aimed at supporting families Read more
Moscow Court to Hear Landmark Case on Alleged Martial Law Violation
MOSCOW, November 11 – RIA Novosti. – A district court in Moscow is set to hear what appears to be the first judicial case concerning an alleged violation of the country's martial law provisions, according to court records obtained by RIA Novosti. Read more
United Russia Concludes Sochi Forum, Vowing to Boost Technological Sovereignty
SOCHI, (RIA Novosti) – The ruling United Russia party concluded a major two-day policy forum in Sochi on Sunday, with senior officials outlining a strategic course focused on reinforcing Russia’s technological independence and infrastructure resilience in the face of ongoing sanctions. Read more
State of Emergency Declared in Russia’s Far East After Cyclone Triggers Widespread Flooding
VLADIVOSTOK, (Kommersant) – A state of emergency was declared on Saturday across several districts of Primorsky Krai this weekend after a powerful cyclone slammed into Russia’s Pacific coast, bringing torrential rains that caused severe flooding, submerged homes, and damaged critical infrastructure. Read more
Rescue Operation Underway After Methane Blast at Siberian Coal Mine
KEMEROVO, Russia – A major rescue operation is ongoing in southwestern Siberia after a methane explosion rocked the "Yuzhnaya" coal mine in the Kemerovo region on Friday. Emergency services Read more
Kazan's 'Volga Wave' Youth Forum Concludes, Awarding Grants to Top Innovators
KAZAN, TATARSTAN – November 7, 2025 – The international youth forum "Volga Wave" concluded today in Kazan, capping off several days of discussions, workshops, and project demonstrations aimed at fostering a new generation of entrepreneurs and leaders. Read more
Moscow Expands 'My District' Program, Pledging Billions for Outlying Neighbourhoods
Mos.ru - Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin announced the launch of a major new phase of the city’s flagship "My District" renovation program on Friday, outlining a comprehensive plan to transform public infrastructure in the capital's outlying districts. show more
St. Petersburg Taxi Fares Surge Following Ban on Migrant Drivers
ST. PETERSBURG – Fontanka.ruhas reported that commuters in St. Petersburg faced steeper fares and longer waits for taxis on Friday, the first day of a controversial ban on migrant drivers, with some routes costing over 30% more.. show more
A Guide to Personal Bankruptcy in Russia for 2025
Russian Echo – For Russians drowning in debt, personal bankruptcy remains a legal lifeline—but it's a complex process with significant financial and legal consequences. show more
Moscow Court Extends Pre-Trial Detention for Suspects in Crocus City Hall Attack
MOSCOW – The Basmanny District Court has ruled to extend the pre-trial detention for several defendants charged in connection with the terrorist attack on Crocus City Hall. show more
Major Power Outage Hits Krasnodar Region, Emergency Services Respond
KRASNODAR KRAI – A significant technical failure at an electrical substation left several districts in the Krasnodar Region without power earlier this week. Popular news channel Baza reported show more
