Two large Herrosaurus cubs were born at the Moscow Zoo.

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Two large herrosaurus cubs were born on February 2 at the Moscow Zoo, which is part of the capital's Department of CultureThese are large lizards native to the arid regions of sub-Saharan Africa and Madagascar. Currently, the babies are kept with their parents in the Terrarium pavilion's service areas, so visitors cannot see them. Zoo staff are closely monitoring the babies' growth and development.

Breeding large herrosaurs in captivity is challenging. These lizards are very sensitive to environmental conditions: they are prone to stress and have high demands on ultraviolet radiation, temperature, and humidity. Another challenge lies in their reproductive habits. Females bury their eggs deep in the soil, making them difficult to detect. However, specialists at the Moscow Zoo managed to find the clutch in time and place the eggs in a special incubator. Incubation lasted approximately two months at a stable temperature of 24 to 25 degrees Celsius.

"The fact that we regularly have reproductions of individuals born at the Moscow Zoo speaks to the exceptional professionalism of our herpetologists and the zoo's successful conservation strategy for rare species. This is the result of painstaking work and a genuine passion for their work," noted Svetlana Akulova, General Director of the Moscow Zoo.

Juveniles, like adults, are distinguished by their vibrant coloration: their bodies are green, with striking red or yellow stripes running along their sides. Young herrosaurs have a varied diet. They feed on insects (crickets), fruits (bananas and mangoes), vegetables (carrots), lettuce, and even cottage cheese. Males can be distinguished from females by two characteristics: males have a more massive and wider head, and they have special femoral pores on their hind limbs, which look like small holes.

Herrosaurs are a family of lizards in the order Scinciformes. Their bodies are covered with large, shiny scales arranged in regular longitudinal and transverse rows, giving them the appearance of a carapace. These reptiles also have a longitudinal lateral fold of skin separating the dorsal from the ventral sides, which provides additional mobility. Lizards are diurnal and heliothermic, basking in the sun to maintain body temperature. They inhabit primarily arid environments, although forest and semi-aquatic species also exist.

The Moscow Zoo's program of events contributes to the implementation of the national project's goals and objectives in the capital. "Family"More information about Russia's national projects and Moscow's contribution can be found atspecial page.

Moscow Zoo, subordinate to the capital's Department of Culture, is one of the oldest in Europe. It was founded in 1864 by the Imperial Russian Society for the Acclimatization of Animals and Plants. Its history is linked to the names of prominent scientists from Moscow University—Karl Roullier, Anatoly Bogdanov, and Sergei Usov.

Today, the zoo continues to develop. Serious scientific research is conducted here, and international conferences and educational programs are held. In early 2025, it set a world record for the number of animal species represented—1,253. This achievement was made possible through the many years of effort by zoologists, veterinarians, keepers, and other staff.

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Two business premises were put up for auction at a city auction in Khovrino.

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They put it up for city auction two commercial premises for businesses in a new residential complex in the Khovrino district, near a major transport route and green spaces. This was announced by the head of the Moscow Department of Competition Policy. Kirill Purtov.

"Entrepreneurs can purchase two commercial spaces, measuring 84 and 97.7 square meters. Both properties are located in a new residential complex in the Khovrino district, near the North-East Chord, the Grachevskaya MCD-3 railway station, and a landscaped park. The convenient location, the presence of green spaces, and the well-developed infrastructure surrounding the premises offer potential for locating service businesses. The size and layout of the premises make them suitable for opening stores, photo studios, coworking spaces, workshops, and art spaces," noted Kirill Purtov.

The facilities are located at 2a Klinskaya Street, Building 7. They are connected to the main utilities, and each has a separate entrance.

The deadline for applications to participate in the auction will be March 16, and the auctions will be held on March 24 on the online platform. RoseltorgTo participate, you will need registration and an enhanced qualified electronic signature. The seller of the property is an entity under the jurisdiction of the capital. Department of City Property State enterprise "Civil Construction Administration".

"Commercial real estate in predominantly residential areas may be particularly attractive to investors planning to operate in the B2C segment and focusing on the needs of local residents. Specifically, in the new building on Klinskaya Street, where two business premises are available for purchase from the city in March, six such properties, with a total area of over 630 square meters, have already been purchased last year. The two smallest of these are 90.8 and 94 square meters, while the largest is 125.3 square meters," she explained.

Ekaterina Solovieva, Minister of the Moscow Government, head of the capital's Department of City Property.

The capital is putting various properties up for auction, and the showcase for them is Moscow investment portal. In the section Moscow Auctions There is all the necessary information about the lots, including photographs, documentation, conditions and form of sale.

The development of electronic services for business is in line with the objectives of the national project "Data Economy and Digital Transformation of the State" and the Moscow regional project "Digital Public Administration." More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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The capital has summarized the results of the "March of Kindness" campaign for military personnel undergoing treatment in hospitals.

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The "March of Kindness" campaign, which collected board games for military personnel undergoing treatment in hospitals, concluded in the capital. Volunteers from the capital presented some of the gifts to them in honor of Defender of the Fatherland Day. Concert programs and creative workshops were also organized for the soldiers. Congratulations were held at six medical facilities.

In addition, the collected games were donated to participants of the special military operation (SVO) undergoing rehabilitation with the support of the regional public organization "Society of War Disabled Veterans in Afghanistan – Moscow House of a Soldier's Heart."

"The 'March of Kindness' campaign is just one initiative that has demonstrated the sincere support of Muscovites and their willingness to come together for a good cause. The board games collected will give service members the opportunity to take a break from the daily grind of hospital care and have a good time, which is especially important for strengthening their spirit during the recovery process. Projects like these not only bring warmth but also unite the city for those who need attention and care," said the resource center's director.

Mosvolonter Alexander Levit.

Board games were played at the Moscow Helps humanitarian aid collection headquarters and at volunteer centers. Good Place, in the pavilions of the Gift Factory project Moscow is helping and “Made in Moscow” on Bolotnaya Square.

Residents brought games of all genres, from classic board games to modern ones. All gifts were new, wrapped and in their original packaging. They were left with volunteers or placed in special boxes themselves. For the convenience of residents, detailed information about the campaign was posted at all drop-off points.

Volunteers assisted Muscovites at the collection points. They checked gifts, answered residents' questions, and joined them in signing greeting cards. Volunteer Vladislav Baranchikov has been involved in the "March of Kindness" campaign since its inception.

"There was a wonderful atmosphere at the 'Moscow Helps' headquarters: people brought games, stayed to inquire about the destination of their gifts, and wrote personal messages to the soldiers in hospitals. Seeing this caring is priceless. Every package we delivered was a small piece of warmth, and I'm happy to be a conduit for it. For the soldiers in the hospital, it's a chance to unwind, gather with friends, and feel at home. These games are our way of saying thank you without words," Vladislav shared.

Anyone can become a volunteer. To join the volunteer team, you must register on the website. mosvolonter.ru, choose the event you like and submit an application.

The "Moscow Help" headquarters continue to accept humanitarian aid for residents of the new regions and border areas. Detailed information on the addresses and operating hours of the collection points, as well as a list of necessary goods, is available atwebsite project.

In addition, anyone interested can join master classes on making camouflage nets for the SVO fighters at volunteer centers Good PlaceRegistration opens regularly on the resource center website. Mosvolonter.

You can find out more about volunteering atwebsite resource center "Mosvolonter", its page on the social network VKontakte and in Telegram channel.

Organizing volunteer activities and engaging young people in city events is in line with the objectives of the national project. Youth and Children and the federal project We are togetherMore information about national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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Moscow entrepreneurs can reduce their patent taxes thanks to MBM's new online service.

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State Budgetary Institution "Small Business of Moscow" (MBM) launched a free service Notification of Reduction of Patent Tax AmountIt will help entrepreneurs using the patent taxation system (PTS) quickly and accurately prepare a notice of tax reduction (patent).

One in ten Moscow businesspeople chooses the patent taxation system. According to the Federal Tax Service (FTS), 90,600 individual entrepreneurs used it in 2025. Since 2021, businesspeople have the legal right to reduce their taxes by the amount of insurance premiums. The procedure has now become even more convenient—filing the relevant notification using a new service is now faster and easier.

It is important to note that those who used the patent in 2023 and 2024 without a reduction can also receive a refund of the overpaid tax.

The tax reduction depends on whether or not they have employees. The cost of a patent for a sole proprietor with employees can be reduced by up to 50 percent, while without employees, it can be reduced by up to 100 percent. The MBM service simplifies the process. Now, entrepreneurs don't need to calculate the amount themselves—they simply enter the patent information and indicate whether they have employees.

After the user registers on the portal mbm.mos.ru A special form will open for him. Some of the information will be filled in automatically; you'll need to verify it, and then fill in the missing information. The completed notification for the Federal Tax Service will be sent to your email within 24 hours.

You can also learn about the advantages of the patent system in general and calculate the cost of a patent if an entrepreneur has just decided to switch to this tax system on the portal. mbm.mos.ru.

New service Notification of Reduction of Patent Tax Amount This has become part of the comprehensive support program for entrepreneurs related to tax changes since the beginning of 2026. MBM consultants are ready to provide clarification on a wide range of issues. To do this, please call the hotline at 7 495 276-24-18. MBM also regularly holds events on tax topics—you can check the schedule and register on the portal. mbm.mos.ru.

The State Budgetary Institution "Small Business of Moscow," a subsidiary of the Moscow Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovative Development, helps people start and grow their businesses in the capital. Business service centers offer information about financial and non-financial government support programs.

Free educational and business events are held for entrepreneurs: forums, seminars, workshops, and conferences that help them improve their professional skills and connect with like-minded individuals.

More than 55 residents have joined the city's first beauty coworking space since the beginning of the year.How MBM helps entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses

You can also get advice on opening and running a business and learn more about current support measures for entrepreneurs in Moscow on the MBM website. mbm.mos.ru and by phone: 7 495 225-14-14.

Support for entrepreneurs is provided within the framework of the federal project “Small and Medium Entrepreneurship and Support for Individual Entrepreneurial Initiatives,” which is part of the national project "Efficient and competitive economy", as well as within the framework of the Moscow Mayor's strategy to support Moscow entrepreneurship. More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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The Moscow Department of Information Technologies (DIT) reminded people about the notary appointment service on the mos.ru portal.

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With the help of a special service onmos.ru portal Muscovites can schedule an appointment with a notary by choosing a convenient date and time online. In less than five years of operation, more than 350 city notaries have joined the system, the Moscow office noted. Department of Information Technology.

Digital appointments eliminate the need for city residents to stand in line and allow them to prepare all the necessary documents for their visit in advance. Furthermore, the availability of online appointments with qualified notaries significantly improves the convenience of receiving services, which is especially important for city residents.

"The service provides access to 43 notary services, from inheritance processing to preparing documents for real estate transactions. It meets the modern needs of Muscovites: it's easy to use and allows for smart scheduling of appointments with specialists. And the growing number of connected notaries makes the service increasingly popular among city residents," the press service said.

Department of Information Technology of the City of Moscow.

Most often, city residents turn toserviceto make an appointment to draw up a power of attorney or consent, certify the accuracy of copies of documents and the authenticity of signatures, draw up wills and marriage contracts, and prepare for transactions involving maternity capital.

To take advantage serviceTo do this, open the resident services catalog on the mos.ru portal, go to the "Documents" tab, and select "Book an appointment with a Moscow notary." This service is available to adult individuals with a full account onportal.

The user must select the type of notarial act, find a suitable notary, indicate a convenient appointment time, and, if necessary, attach the relevant documents. To simplify the search, all services are grouped into several broad categories. If the selected organization is overbooked, the system will automatically suggest alternative appointment options.

After submitting your application, you will receive a notification via email and in your personal account on the mos.ru portal. If your plans change, you can reschedule your appointment for another date or a more convenient time instead of canceling.

Once the notary receives the application, they have the right to request additional documents required to perform the notarial act. In this case, a "Upload Documents" button will appear in the "Applications and Notifications" section of the user's personal account on the mos.ru portal, and a corresponding notification will be sent by email. This allows for thorough preparation for the visit and minimizes the risk of the notarial act being cancelled due to the lack of the required documents.

Notary appointment service on the mos.ru portal is a joint project of the Moscow Government and the Moscow City Notary Chamber.

The core of the digital ecosystem: how to quickly register with the right agency or government service center on the mos.ru portalClarity, accessibility, reliability: Muscovites named the key qualities for digital services.

The creation, development and operation of e-government infrastructure, including the provision of mass socially significant services, as well as other services in electronic form, are consistent with the objectives of the national project "Data Economy and Digital Transformation of the State" and the Moscow regional project "Digital Public Administration." More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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Mosbilet invites you to the greenhouses of the Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve from March 4 to 15.

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In the greenhouses of the Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve, subordinate to the capital Department of CultureThe spring season will open with the blooming of crocuses, hyacinths, tulips, muscari, and other plants. They can be seen from March 4 to 15 at the annual exhibition "Spring in the Tsaritsyno Greenhouses." Admission is bytickets.

Guests will be able to appreciate the beauty of daffodils of various shapes and colours, hyacinths and hippeastrums, as well as small bulbous plants such as Siberian squill, muscari and crocuses.

The greenhouses will also feature double, fringed, multi-flowered, green-flowered, lily-flowered, and parrot tulips. Visitors will also see triandrus, large-crowned, split-crown, and double daffodils, as well as Armenian, racemose, broadleaf, crested, and azure muscari.

For the exhibition, specialists select the bulbs and plant them in containers with a mixture of river sand and peat. The containers are then placed in a refrigerator, where they are stored for four months at a temperature of -5°C (-5°F). Three weeks before the expected flowering, the bulbs are removed and placed in a special room where the temperature is maintained at -5°C (-5°F). When the plants begin to bloom, they are exposed to daylight and the temperature is raised to +18°C (-64°F).

The greenhouses also offer "Flowers for Your Beloved" tours. Visitors will learn about the work of agronomists, the history of plants, and how new flower varieties are developed.

A program called "Magic Garden" from the "Music in Flowers" series has been prepared for children. Participants will create a primrose from decorative materials, learn about the melodies of Maurice Ravel, and discover the flowers and fairy tales associated with his musical compositions.

The events will take place from March 4th to 7th. Entry bytickets.

The program of events in Moscow's parks contributes to the implementation of the goals and objectives of the national project in Moscow. "Family"More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

Parks of Moscowis a large-scale urban initiative aimed at creating comfortable, modern, and multifunctional recreation areas for residents and visitors of the capital. It encompasses over 50 park areas popular with sports enthusiasts, culture lovers, family leisure enthusiasts, and those seeking a connection with nature. The project not only preserves unique landscapes and ecosystems but also infuses the parks with new infrastructure.

Rare wild orchids have returned to Moscow.

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The Theatre Boulevard Festival won the Knowledge Award.

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The International Open Festival "Theater Boulevard" won the "Znanie" Award—the best educational project of the year—in the category "For Contribution to Education in the Field of Culture and Art." The awards ceremony was held at the "Rossiya" National Center.

"The 2025 Teatralny Boulevard Festival brought together over 1.5 million spectators across its venues and became one of the capital's largest and most anticipated cultural events. The project made theatrical art accessible to everyone. This was one of our main goals—to introduce as many Muscovites and visitors as possible to plays, theatrical performances, and musical programs by Russian and international groups. We thank you for your high appreciation of our festival," noted the Moscow Government Minister and Head of the Moscow Department of Culture.

Alexey Fursin.

The Theatre Boulevard Festival ran in Moscow for 92 days—from June 1 to August 31, 2025—making it the longest-running theatre festival in the world. During this time, over a thousand performances were presented at 14 city venues. Theaters from 30 Russian regions and 12 foreign countries participated in the program. The festival was organized by the Moscow Department of Culture as part of the "Summer in Moscow" project.

The Russian Society "Knowledge" Prize is awarded to educators, lecturers, authors, opinion leaders in the field of education, and science popularizers. The prize also encourages educational projects in various fields. The 2025 award marks the fifth time the prize has been presented.

The award in the category "For Contribution to Education in the Field of Culture and Art" is presented for educational activities related to Russia's cultural heritage, the popularization of creativity and art, and the history of culture. Actors, directors, musicians, artists, art historians, as well as cultural projects such as exhibitions, festivals, and theatrical productions are eligible for the award.

To become a laureate of the educational award, applicants must pass a multi-stage selection process, receive high marks from experts and an honorary jury, and receive public support through online voting.

The "Knowledge. Prize 2025" award consists of 16 main categories and two special categories: "People's Choice" and "First Choice." A total of 18,730 applications were submitted from 89 regions of Russia and 40 countries. Over the five years of the project's existence, the organizers have received nearly 66,000 applications from 89 regions of the Russian Federation and 79 countries.

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Piano concert

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International competition laureate Alexander Koltsov (piano) will perform at the A.F. Losev House.

The concert will be held as part of the series "Musical Future: Students of the Moscow Conservatory."

The program includes Ludwig van Beethoven's Fantasy for Piano in G minor, etudes by Frederic Chopin and Sergei Rachmaninoff, Belarusian Souvenirs by Evgeny Glebov, and a transcription of three fragments from Igor Stravinsky's ballet The Firebird, arranged by Guido Agosti.

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The Mystery of the Jolly Roger

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The Berendey Community Center will host the premiere of the family play "The Secret of the Jolly Roger" by the Chekhov Laboratory theater studio.

The production immerses you in a world of sea adventures: brave pirates fight for treasure, freedom, and friendship.

Viewers can expect vibrant characters, battle scenes, musical numbers, and comical situations.

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"Color of Time" and "Museum of Doll History" (combined ticket)

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The exhibition "Color of Time" has opened at the Davydkovo Gallery, part of the Moscow Exhibition Halls association. It features still lifes and landscapes by Moscow artist Kirill Opukhly, executed in watercolor, as well as paintings. The paintings are distinguished by their strict composition and restrained color palette. The artist pays particular attention to the construction of space and the use of light.

The gallery also features a permanent exhibition, "The Secret Room," featuring dolls from the collection of the Dolls of the World Foundation. The collection is based on the private collection of the foundation's president, Lana Letta. Visitors will see exhibits from puppet theaters in India, Burma, China, Indonesia, Japan, and Europe. Among the items are vintage postcards depicting children playing with dolls and moving objects by contemporary artists.

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