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Coal production in Russia’s Yakutia rises 2.6-fold over five years
Head of Yakutia Aysen Nikolayev pointed out that gas and oil production have also increased significantly
Over 35 international container voyages expected on Northern Sea Route in 2026
Freight traffic along the NSR is expected to reach around 40 mln metric tons in 2026, Russian Far East and Arctic Development Minister Alexey Chekunkov said
Telegram's unpaid fines for violating Russian laws exceed $437,800
The amount consists of fines imposed by Russia's Federal Service for Supervision of Communications, Information Technology and Mass Media and Moscow magistrate courts that were no…
Russia-China tourist flow grows by 17% in 2025
According to the Russian Far East and Arctic Development Minister Alexey Chekunkov, the increase in tourist traffic is primarily due to the reciprocal lifting of visa requirements
Digital ruble to gradually enter everyday use in Russia — Kostin
VTB CEO Andrey Kostin stressed that it is a more convenient, transparent and faster means of payment
Cryptocurrencies are the future, question is which ones — Kostin
Private, non-state cryptocurrencies naturally face understandable resistance from absolutely all countries, represented by their central banks, VTB CEO Andrey Kostin said
Online sales may account for around one-third of Russian retail by 2030
At the same time, Deputy Industry and Trade Minister Roman Chekushov noted that the ministry intends to develop all forms of trade
Russian, US finance ministries see basis for developing bilateral ties — Siluanov
According to the Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov, economic ties between Russia and the United States could help resolve political issues, and the two countries should cont…
IDF ousts reservist who prayed with besieging settlers; still no arrests for Qusra attack
Police chief tells officers not to cooperate with Katz plan for army to give cops responsibility for West Bank civilian law enforcement; back home after deportation by Israel, act…
Number of people injured in US strike on wedding ceremony in Iran rises to 68
The wounded have been taken to hospitals in Sirik and Minab
The shadow of the AfD hangs over German democracy – but I still have faith in my adopted country | John Kampfner
As I celebrate five years of citizenship, the far right is poised to take control in Saxony-Anhalt. Courage is needed to defeat itTwo events take place in coming days that will af…
USS Abraham Lincoln arrives at Thai port after gruelling 270 days at sea
Ship has been plagued by reports of deteriorating living conditions and poor mental health because of lengthy deploymentThe USS Abraham Lincoln, an US aircraft carrier at the cent…
Russia, China to work out permanent visa-free regime — Kremlin
The issue will be worked out and coordinated by the two sides, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said
Trump calls G20 finance ministers' meeting productive
The meeting of G20 finance ministers and central bank governors took place on August 31 and September 1
Jailed HK activist Joshua Wong pleads guilty to foreign collusion
Wong, 29, is already in prison on subversion charges under the controversial National Security Law.
US aircraft carrier docks near Thai beach resort Pattaya after record 250 days at sea
The USS Lincoln is docking close to Pattaya, known for its raucous nightlife, and for sex tourism.
Vance meets clergy of Michigan temple targeted in attack as part of Jewish voter outreach
VP seeks to draw contrast with Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, who apologized for comments suggesting attack was in response to Israel's invasion of Lebanon The post V…
Death toll from landslide in Nepal reaches 1,127 — Chinese television
A total of 4,500 people are listed as missing
Under guise of evacuating Kherson, Kiev sends untrained men to front — military expert
Andrey Marochko сlarified that men from the Kherson region are being sent to difficult sections of the front
Pennsylvania officer charged in death of student who knocked at wrong door
The police officer shot Glenwood Earl Pysher, 22, as he walked towards him with hands up, say prosecutors.
Putin begins his work at Eastern Economic Forum
The Russian leader will hold a meeting on Far East development and receive an interactive presentation on the macroregion's results
Bessent stresses importance of contacts with Russia for settlement in Ukraine
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized that the conflict cannot be solved, if the sides don't talk
Russia to respond to closure of consulate in Bonn "as sees fit" — deputy foreign minister
"Everything will be very quick," Alexander Grushko said
Charlie Kirk murder suspect pleads not guilty as judge clears way for death penalty trial
Tyler Robinson is charged with aggravated murder, a capital offence in Utah, and six other counts.