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The new ferry will not be put into operation
The new ferry for the crossing between the mainland and Olkhon Island, which was to be launched this year, will most likely never enter service. The reason is lack of…
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A resident of the Rabocheye suburb is accused of cannibalism
In Irkutsk, a shocking crime is being investigated, a 24 year old local woman is accused of killing her friend after a drinking party. According to investigators, the…
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The hotline on alcohol circulation has started operating
In the Irkutsk region from March 16 to 26, 2009, a hotline on alcohol sales will operate. Residents can report dubious alcohol quality and sales without a license, and…
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Arctic ice will melt in 100 years
Scientists from the University of California, Los Angeles concluded that the Arctic Ocean could be ice free by the end of the 21st century. The study notes rapid decline…
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An icicle caused damage of more than 100 thousand rubles
In Irkutsk, an ice block fell from a house roof onto a parked Mercedes in the IVVAIU area. The roof and windshield were damaged, but luckily no one was inside. The owner…
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Who will bring Russian literature to the world level
An analysis of world literary translations for 1979 to 2008 was published, and Russian language literature ranked fourth after English, French, and German. The study…
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Famous hermit Agafya Lykova is calling for help
65 year old Agafya Lykova, living in the Sayan taiga, asked for help finding someone to run the household, since she is seriously ill and alone. Her letter has been sent…
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Nikolai Khitsenko demanded that municipal services begin cleaning the city.
In Irkutsk, deputy mayor Nikolai Khitsenko demanded not to wait for the citywide cleanup day and to start cleaning the city now while the weather holds. At a meeting he…
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Irkutsk pop art Hedekel
At the BSUEL cultural center, a 22 year old Irkutsk artist Hedekels exhibition Computer Illustration 2D Graphics is being held for the first time, with about 60…