Stories from Russia

Alexey Zubets described cryptocurrencies as an "unserious" asset. This follows warnings from police about an increase in scam cases involving cryptocurrency transfers, with EU citizens losing over $1.2 million to crypto scammers in Dnipro. Russia's Ministry of Finance intends to adjust the taxation of digital currencies, with certain cryptocurrency operations expected to be outlawed soon. Russia may see its first regulated cryptocurrency operations before the end of the year. This move may lead to fines for illegal operations, with potential restrictions for non-qualified investors. Bitcoin has surpassed $69,000 for the first time since February 16th. Michiganders lost money to crypto fraud in 2025. This development signals a move towards formalizing digital currency transactions in the country.

The Kremlin announced that the Immortal Regiment march will be canceled as an in-person event. Sixth expressed doubt regarding the willingness of the Kyiv government to negotiate. Additionally, the source claimed that U.S.

Russia stated it is open to effective negotiations on the Ukraine issue and has never abandoned talks, but expressed doubt about Kyiv's willingness.

Russia has reiterated its willingness to engage in effective negotiations on the Ukraine issue, stating it has never abandoned talks but expresses doubt about Kyiv's willingness. Additionally, it was noted that U.S.

Russia has annulled 8,000 types of residency permits for migrants.

The Russian Standards Organization (GOST) has approved recommendations for organizing workspaces using the Japanese 5S system. The Gost standards body suggests the creation of unified workplace organization schemes and the use of various methods.

A 190-carat high-quality diamond was discovered at the Griba deposit in the Arkhangelsk region. AGD Diamonds reported the find via TASS. This discovery marks the third exceptionally large diamond mined by the company this year.

Two people died and 35 others were injured during an attack by VSO on Chaykovsky and the surrounding district on the night of May 5. Mayor Stanislav Trofimov reported that 40 people were affected by the incident.

Director Ilya Ermolov will begin filming a new adaptation of Koron Shakhnazarov's novella 'The Courier' in June 2026. The project is described as having a cultural continuity with the previous film adaptation. Details regarding the cast have not yet been disclosed. Ermolov stated that many young people have not seen the previous 1986 film adaptation. He noted that he does not see the issue regarding remakes as being as as critics suggest.

Researchers have identified a specific sugar molecule found in microorganisms that is not present in human cells. This molecule can serve as a precise target for new treatments to destroy bacteria without damaging human tissue.