The city and the lake in writing
History, architecture, Baikal, food and the seasons — writing that helps you see more than meets the eye.
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In the Irkutsk region, weather is expected to worsen. On November 21 during the day across the region, and on November 22 in the western, northwestern and northern…
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In the Irkutsk region, a high profile case was solved involving a serial offender who for a long time committed violent sexual acts against minors. Thanks to a tip from…
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In Irkutsk, an unusual setup is being prepared for the Olympic torch relay, 20 ice sculptures of winter sports athletes will decorate Kirov Square, and the torchbearers…
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Two pupils of Irkutsk Youth Sports Palace, Veronika Kotovshchikova and Anton Tsitsarev, joined the Russian team. 12 year old Anton won gold in double mini trampoline…
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In Irkutsk, the city forests may be expanded to include areas near the Kochumikha stream and the Yubileiny district. Specialists have already inspected the sites, where…
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In Irkutsk, police carried out a raid on compliance with the antitobacco law and in an hour found more than 20 smokers at stops and near the city hospital. The report…
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Alexander Zubkovs crew won the bobsleigh competition, posting the best time in both runs and taking the gold medal. Canadian Justin Kripps was second, American Cory…
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In Irkutsk Region, safety rules on ice were reminded. For one person, safe thickness is at least 7 centimeters, for foot crossings 15 centimeters. Rescuers warn there…
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In Irkutsk, a guard dog left untethered attacked a woman who returned home with two children and would not let them into the house. Police officer Natalya Erutina, who…