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A strategic agreement was signed in St. Petersburg, opening a new chapter in Russian-Chinese cultural and intersectoral cooperation. Gazprom-Media Holding and China's International Communication Development Alliance (IPDA) signed a memorandum of cooperation. The document, signed by CEOs Alexander Zharov and Li Yu, aims to foster deep integration in media communications, cultural and tourism exchanges, business missions, international events, and other areas.

Also present at the signing ceremony were Boris Khanchalyan, Deputy General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding, Alina Zinnatullina, General Director of the Insight People production center, and Daria Bogdanova, Director of the International Relations Development Department of Gazprom-Media Holding.

"This agreement is a roadmap for building a qualitatively new media and cultural space between Russia and China. We are pooling creative and technological resources to develop projects that will not only strengthen mutual understanding between our peoples but also set new standards in the communications and tourism industries. The signed memorandum is of strategic importance for the long-term development of humanitarian ties."

Alexander Zharov, General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding

"This cooperation is by no means a simple pooling of resources, but rather a strategic synergy of the parties' shared vision. We are confident that by continuously deepening the content of our cooperation, expanding its scope, and developing exemplary models of interaction, a new chapter of joint creation, shared achievements, and shared prosperity will be opened in multifaceted exchanges between China and Russia, including in the areas of culture and tourism."

Ms. Li Yu, Executive Chairperson and Secretary General of the International Communication Development Alliance (IPDA)

The partnership will cover key areas, including the development of cultural and tourism projects that take into account the unique features of the Russian and Chinese regions, the expansion of bilateral cross-border educational and research tourism programs, the organization of business missions and business exchanges, and the creation of joint intellectual property projects. Plans include holding large-scale exhibitions, international forums, festivals, and trade and economic initiatives.

The Chinese delegation's visit to Gazprom-Media headquarters and the signing of the memorandum mark an important practical step toward implementing promising and practical joint projects designed to further align the cultures of Russia and China through the power and resources of media and communications.

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The application deadline for Season VIII has been extended to February 10, 2026. The holding has been collaborating with Innosocium for several years, since 2023 as a partner in the "Soul of Russia: Preserving Culture and Traditions" category. The awards ceremony for the winners of Season VIII will take place at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum in June.

The competition accepts projects in seven categories: "Active Longevity," "Women's Leadership," "Wildlife Conservation and Protection of Rare Animal Species," "Inclusive Society," "Territorial Development," "The Soul of Russia: Preserving Culture and Traditions," and "The Environment: Environmental Innovations for the Future."

Innosocium is a nationwide student competition for social projects sponsored by the Roscongress Foundation, launched in 2019 to support young leaders. Its goal is to draw attention to pressing socially significant issues and their solutions, encourage talented students to work on social projects, develop the necessary skills, and disseminate effective social engineering practices among students. Promising projects are evaluated by the competition's expert council, which includes rectors and department heads from leading Russian universities, government officials, and business representatives.

The competition is supported by the Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education, the Russian Ministry of Education, and the Roscongress Foundation, using a grant from the President of the Russian Federation provided by the Presidential Grants Fund.

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Bloggers will be ranked based on their viewing metrics. Each level will unlock new opportunities and increase platform support.

The national video service RUTUBE is launching a new system that will allow authors to receive more privileges based on the size of their blog's audience. All content creators on RUTUBE will be assigned a level, reflecting the category of their blog: beginner, advanced, or professional. The levels will be named after video resolutions: 720p, 1080p, 2k, and 4k. Authors will be able to see their level and the opportunities it unlocks in the Studio.

Level "720" is the entry-level level. It is awarded to all creators registered on RUTUBE and with views, even those whose channels are unregistered. This level doesn't grant any special privileges, but it does provide unlimited access to the "Bloggers Academy" course. The next level, "1080," is awarded to creators who have surpassed 4,500 views, achieved a viewership rate of 25%, and accumulated between 50 and 600 hours of content views. Creators at this level are eligible for additional recommended impressions and other platform benefits.

To reach the "2K" level, a creator must accumulate a total of 600 hours of content viewing time and over 45,000 views with a viewing depth of at least 25%. These creators will be able to upload videos up to 50 GB in size, and their content will be promoted in RUTUBE recommendations. They will also receive access to "Team R," which offers additional privileges and a personal manager from the platform. Creators at the highest level—"4K"—will, in addition to all of the above privileges, gain access to posting their content in RUTUBE's thematic shelves and collections. To reach the "4K" level, a creator must accumulate a total of over 50,000 hours of viewing time and over 2 million views with a viewing depth of at least 25%.

The level will be updated every three months – in January, April, July, and October. If the platform records an increase in a blogger's performance at the time of the update, their level will be increased for the next three months; if performance declines, the level will be lowered accordingly. When the privilege system launches in January 2026, levels will be assigned based on data from the previous three months.

"We're always open to collaborating with creators, striving to train them and support them in their professional development. The new privilege system is a transparent development path that will further motivate creators to work on content, build audiences, and grow their channels. Many modern platforms operate on an "everyone for themselves" principle, leaving bloggers to figure out functionality, monetization, audience acquisition, and so on on their own. RUTUBE operates differently: we want to help talented people unlock their potential and find their audience."

Egor Velikoglo, Director of Author Content, RUTUBE

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The Masked Singer format, on which the Russian "Mask" is based, attracts attention not only with its vocal performances, but also with its built-in detective element.

The viewer is literally invited to become a participant in the process: deciphering the participant's identity, collecting clues, comparing clues, and constructing their own theories. As a result, viewing ceases to be passive. It becomes an intellectual game that continues off-air.

Unlike most reality shows, which focus solely on talent or the drama of personal stories, the format of "The Mask" adds a distinct cognitive challenge for the audience. Viewers don't simply evaluate performances, but are engaged in the process of analysis and guessing. This maintains attention and encourages return to new episodes. This is why "The Mask" has aired for seven seasons on NTV, consistently achieving strong ratings.

The new season premieres on February 8 at 8:20 PM. Don't miss it.

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The modernization of the outdoor lighting system on the Fontanka River embankment from Pestelya Street to Kutuzov Embankment has been completed. Outdated sodium lamps have been replaced with 23 modern LED luminaires. The energy-efficient light sources are mounted on elegant cast-iron brackets attached to the building facades. The lighting system is controlled remotely from the Lensvet control center.

"The Fontanka Embankment is one of the most beloved strolling areas for St. Petersburg residents and visitors. It offers unparalleled views of landmarks such as the Summer Garden, the Engineers' Castle, and the Neva River panorama. Specialists designed the equipment with the architectural features of the neighborhood in mind, seamlessly integrating modern technology into the surrounding historic buildings. The new streetlights create a unified lighting ensemble for this section of the Fontanka Embankment and the surrounding streets of Tchaikovsky, Gagarinskaya, and Solyanoy Lane, where nearly 400 new lights were installed in 2021."

Alexander Beglov, Governor of St. Petersburg

The project was implemented under an agreement between the Government of St. Petersburg and PJSC Gazprom on the development of urban infrastructure and the socio-economic development of the Northern Capital.

"We are continuing our large-scale improvement program in collaboration with the Government of St. Petersburg. Since 2007, Gazprom has been systematically and consistently developing a comfortable urban environment while preserving St. Petersburg's unique historical heritage. Before the New Year, the Mikhailovsky (Engineers') Castle received new architectural and artistic illumination. Earlier this year, on Christmas Eve, the St. Nicholas Naval Cathedral of the Epiphany acquired a vibrant new evening appearance. We were delighted to offer such a gift to St. Petersburg residents and visitors for the New Year holidays. And now we have completed the renovation of the Fontanka Embankment's lighting."

Alexey Miller, Chairman of the Management Committee of PJSC Gazprom

In recent years, the company has been systematically involved in the improvement of St. Petersburg, paving sidewalks with granite slabs, upgrading and replacing outdoor lighting, and installing architectural and artistic lighting. In 2025, lighting fixtures were replaced on Chernyshevsky Prospekt, Kirochnaya Street, Sampsonievsky Bridge, and Rubinstein Street. In recent years, architectural lighting has been installed at the apartment buildings of Pyotr Weiner and Robert Wege, the Elizaveta Buturlina mansion, Palace Square, Trinity Bridge, and the Betancourt Bridge. Work is currently underway to upgrade the outdoor lighting at two more sites.

In total, with Gazprom's participation, more than 100 streets, squares, embankments, and plazas have been reconstructed in St. Petersburg, and over 26,000 modern lighting fixtures have been installed.

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Officers talk about their daily lives, edit their lines, and often share their uniforms—their uniforms, literally, are often featured in the film. Current officers of the Investigative Committee of Russia are not only professional consultants but also inspirations for films.

One of NTV's hits, the detective show "First Department," was created with the support of the Investigative Committee of Russia, which is celebrating its 15th anniversary today.

"By filming in real investigative departments, we, as the creators of the series, are able to observe firsthand the work of the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation. These details, even the smallest ones, are crucial—after all, it's through them, for example, through the characters' attire and mannerisms, that the viewer senses the truth. We greatly appreciate having consultants from the Investigative Committee of Russia on hand to assist us."

Irina Petrik, costume designer for the series "First Department," produced by Triix Media

"The First Department" has been recognized as the best series on Russian television over the past four years by 18 viewers. Its impact lies in its authenticity: vibrant, recognizable characters are as close as possible to the real employees.

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