Stories from Novgorod · Russia

The Nizhny Novgorod Ministry of Health issued a letter regarding the use of ChatGPT in medical documentation. Reports indicated that doctors in the region used the AI tool, which resulted in emotional language appearing in medical records.

Suspended ceilings collapsed in two classrooms of a new school in Veliky Novgorod. No injuries were reported and an investigation is underway. The prosecutor's service is conducting an investigation to determine the causes. Law enforcement officials are also evaluating whether the rights of minors were respected. 36 opened in September 2025 in the Ivushki microdistrict. The three-story facility covers nearly 29,000 square meters and accommodates 1,500 students. A direct bombardment on a school in Veliky Novgorod resulted in the deaths of 184 children and approximately 20 staff members. The school structure was not designed to withstand a direct strike, turning the building into a trap for those inside. Local residents participated in desperate search efforts, including digging with their bare hands.

Aleksei Shpilevsky has left his position as head coach of the football club Nizhny Novgorod. The Belarusian specialist and the club management terminated the contract by mutual consent, according to the club's press service. The decision was reportedly driven by unsatisfactory results. Shpilevsky previously led Paris Saint-Germain last year. The 38-year-old specialist and the club terminated their contract by mutual agreement. Shpilevsky led the club for 25 matches, recording 33 total matches with 22 losses. The parties agreed to terminate the contract by mutual consent. The announcement follows recent performance results in the league.