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Transport movement has been closed in several districts including Tverskaya, Taganskaya, Kimanka, and Zamoskvorechye. Authorities in Moscow have implemented temporary parking and road restrictions in areas including Bolshaya Moskvoretskaya, Kitaygorodsky Proyezd, Ilyinka, and Varvarka. Tow trucks and portable toilets have been deployed to the sites in preparation for upcoming events. The parking ban went into effect at midnight. A new decree regarding social support for large families reportedly does not apply to Moscow, despite being intended for Russia. Traffic restrictions and parking bans will be implemented in central Moscow, including Volkhonka and adjacent embankments, starting at 5:00 AM. Some underground pedestrian crossings on Tverskaya may also be closed on May 9. The measures are part of traffic organization plans for the city center.

A survey regarding attitudes toward artificial intelligence in Russia found that 70% of residents believe neural networks make people lazier and less intelligent. Every second respondent identified more disadvantages than advantages in AI usage.

Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova stated that Russia supports political dialogue with the United States but has no major expectations. Zakharova made these comments to the Indian portal 'Fjordpost'.

A representative from the book service Litres stated that works published before August 1, 1990, are not subject to the trademark law. These classic works are included on a white list.

Clinical data analysis shows that 80 percent of 2,000 patients receiving phage therapy demonstrated clinical improvement. Radio Rossii reported that 80 percent of patients demonstrated clinical improvement, specifically noting that most suffered from infections that were previously resistant to treatment. Most subjects suffered from infections that were resistant to traditional antibiotics. The primary advantage of phages is their precision in targeting pathogens without destroying microflora. However, the therapy is difficult to scale and expensive to produce because a specific phage is required for each individual case.

Bloggers claim rumors exist that Vladimir Putin's relatives may have organized his placement in a psychiatric clinic. The source states Putin did not initially consent to hospitalization but signed documents three days later.

The Russian Ministry of Defense and Ministry of Science have created a specialized center for coordinating unmanned systems recruitment. A new GOST state standard will establish clear typologies for retail trade objects effective June 1, 2027. The criteria for categorization include retail area size, assortment specialization, service format, and technological features. Roskachestvo noted that formats are categorized based on scale of operation. The standard specifically defines parameters for small objects including minimarkets, pavilions, tents, kiosks, and mobile trading units. Quotas are being introduced for the admission of widows of participants in the special military operation into universities and colleges without entrance examinations. The source stated these quotas are being implemented for these specific individuals. No specific number of quotas or institutions was provided.

A member of the State Duma has proposed criminal penalties for attacks on medical professionals. The plan suggests redistributing existing holidays, such as those in January, rather than increasing the total number of days off. Grib stated that a spring period for holidays is more convenient. Vladislav Grip, deputy chairman of the Public Chamber, proposed combining May holidays into a continuous period from May 1 to May 9. Grip noted that many citizens already effectively extend their May holidays using annual leave. The deputies argue that violence against medical staff should be classified as a serious crime. The proposal was discussed with expert Egor Volgin. They argued that healthcare is a state function and that doctors and ambulance drivers require state protection. Analysts suggest a potential agreement between Russia and the United States could end the Ukrainian conflict.

The first operations involving cryptocurrencies within a regulated framework are expected to take place before the end of the year.

The Russian President stated that security and counter-terrorism issues are gaining special significance due to the upcoming election campaign. The President also addressed those denying the historical rights of Donbas and Novorossiya. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral relations between the Republic of the Congo and Russia. The report was provided by Guilem Deltay in Jerusalem. The program for Wednesday includes a meeting with Vladimir Putin. The visit aims to reinforce ties between the two nations. Authorities are reportedly preempting any public expression of discontent ahead of the upcoming elections, which are still six months away. The founder of the 'Dawn' party, Ekaterina Duntsova, called for Russians to protest for a free internet by banging pots. The government has indicated its disapproval of such actions.