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Free educational project "Academy of Competent Owners» on the platform Electronic House is expanding its program for students. The first lecture in the new stream will take place on January 28. Leading platform experts will discuss the role of general meetings of owners (GMs) in the management of apartment buildings.

In the new season, participants will receive even more information on how to organize their own voting. The list of current classes now includes a lecture on how to create an application for a general meeting of owners on the "Electronic House" platform. This will be a hands-on session. Specialists will walk participants through each step in detail and answer any questions.

At the request of listeners, the program has been expanded to include residents of buildings managed by homeowners' associations (HOAs) or housing cooperatives (HCCs). They will learn how the platform can be useful for such apartment buildings, the differences between HOA and HCC meetings, and which "Electronic Home" tools can be used in any residential building in the capital.

Free lectures are held weekly and last one hour, followed by a half-hour Q&A period. Classes can be attended online (live, not recorded) or in person at the Electronic House office in the "Sayany Meeting Place" district center (9 Sayanskaya Street). The classroom is located on the second floor.

To participate in online and offline classes you need registrationAfter choosing a suitable topic, date, and convenient format, please provide your email address to receive an invitation to the training and submit your application. Spaces for in-person lectures are limited. Participants are eligible to participate, including both platform users and residents planning to join the "Electronic House."

A full list of lecture topics and dates is available on the website. Academy of Competent OwnersInformation about new classes will be updated.

The free educational project "Academy of Competent Owners" has been running on the "Electronic Home" platform for over three months. During this time, over 500 Muscovites have attended lectures from the platform's leading specialists on conducting general meeting of owners (GMOs) in the system and issues that can be resolved with their help, the advantages of digital management of apartment buildings, and other topics.

Participation in the project will allow active owners to obtain information on conducting transparent and safe general meetings of owners fromreliable sourceSince March 2025, the regional "Electronic House" system has become the only one (other than the federal one) where Muscovites can hold meetings online. Over the five years of its operation, the platform has hosted over 26,000 general meetings of owners.

Electronic House— a comprehensive, multifunctional platform for online apartment building management. Here, you can conduct resident surveys, communicate with neighbors in private chats, submit meter readings, pay utility bills, and quickly resolve issues with the management company. The platform launched in November 2020. The project is being developed by the State Public Institution "New Management Technologies" in collaboration withDepartment of Information Technology of the City of Moscow.

The creation, development and operation of e-government infrastructure, including the provision of mass socially significant and 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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In the Eastern Administrative District, 20 large-scale investment projects (MaIPs) aimed at developing urban infrastructure and creating jobs are at various stages of implementation. Investors and developers are constructing social, industrial, public and business, and transport facilities. This was announced by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Urban Development Policy and Construction. Vladimir Efimov.

"Currently, investors and developers are implementing 20 large-scale investment projects in the east of the capital. They include the creation of social, industrial, and business facilities, as well as road and transport infrastructure. The city has allocated approximately 26 hectares of land for this purpose. Specifically, five industrial facilities will be built on plots of over 5.9 hectares. The land has been leased at a preferential rate of one ruble per year for the entire implementation period," said Vladimir Efimov.

A large-scale investment project is a special status granted to industrial complexes, innovation centers, social institutions, as well as transportation, sports, and other facilities. MAIPs have been implemented in the capital since 2016 and serve as a tool for stimulating the city's economic development.

"Moscow is consistently developing industrial infrastructure in various districts of the city, including through the implementation of large-scale investment projects—this is in line with Sergei Sobyanin's instructions. Five facilities are being built in the Eastern Administrative District as part of the Moscow Industrial Policy Program. These include a cable manufacturing plant, an electronics and lighting equipment component production facility, an industrial technology park, and two furniture factories. The total area of the new production facilities will exceed 76,000 square meters, and once all facilities are operational, more than 700 new jobs will be created," said the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry.

Maxim Liksutov.

For example, a site has been allocated in the Novokosino district for the construction of an industrial technology park. Construction of a cable manufacturing facility is ongoing in the Metrogorodok district. An electrical equipment manufacturing project is underway in the Kosino-Ukhtomsky district.

Ekaterina Solovieva, Moscow Government Minister and Head of the Moscow Department of City Property, noted that, in addition to the industrial sector, significant attention is being paid to the development of social infrastructure. Approximately 8.8 hectares of land have been allocated for five such MAIPs, where four new educational facilities will be built for nearly 3,300 school and kindergarten students. These educational buildings will create modern learning conditions for the younger generation and also provide additional jobs.

The construction of buildings within the framework of the MAIP is being carried out under the supervision of the capital State Construction Supervision CommitteeAfter receiving notification from developers about the commencement of work, individual programs for control and supervision activities are drawn up, the department chairman added. Anton Slobodchikov.

According to him, a total of 31 on-site inspections were conducted at these sites in the Eastern Administrative District. Inspectors assessed the compliance of the work performed and the materials used with the design documentation. This ensures the reliability and safety of the buildings once they are commissioned.

Providing land for large-scale investment projects not only improves existing infrastructure but also attracts additional investment, which is important for the capital's economic development and the creation of career opportunities.

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In 2025, specialists from the capital urban economy complex 360 lifting platforms have been installed in apartment buildings housing people with disabilities, according to the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Housing, Utilities, and Public Works. Petr Biryukov.

"Equipping entrances with special lifting platforms is an important part of the program to create a barrier-free environment in the city. In 2025, 360 such structures were installed. Since 2011, nearly 2,500 lifts have been installed for people with limited mobility, allowing them to leave their homes independently," said Pyotr Biryukov.

The largest number of platforms—65—were installed in the Southern Administrative District. Fifty-three were installed in the Southwest, 51 in the Southeast, and 46 in the Northeast.

Currently, all new buildings are accessible to residents with limited mobility, and in older buildings, lifting platforms are installed upon request. Applications can be submitted on the Moscow City Hall website. Department of Labor and Social Protection of the Population in the section Internet ReceptionThe applicant must have permanent registration in the capital and a doctor's recommendation for wheelchair use. A meeting of homeowners is not required to make a decision.

If technical conditions permit and the building has a large foyer, vertical lifting platforms are preferred. These are mini-elevators that cover distances of up to four meters. If this is not possible, an inclined lift is installed. This compact structure is mounted on posts along the wall parallel to the stairwell; when folded, it does not obstruct passage.

During the installation of platforms, other work is also carried out to create a barrier-free environment, including installing ramps and handrails at the entrance to the building, doors with closers that open remotely, and visual and control systems.

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The interiors of the mansion where composer and pianist Alexander Scriabin lived will be restored in Moscow, according to Natalia Sergunina, Deputy Mayor of Moscow. Historical and cultural research is currently underway, which will inform the development of a restoration project.

This architectural monument from the 19th and early 20th centuries is located at 11 Bolshoy Nikolopeskovsky Lane, Building 1. It has the status of a cultural heritage site of federal significance.

"Since 1918, the building has housed the Scriabin Memorial Museum. Here, you can see the composer's personal belongings and hear recordings of his works performed by the composer. Concerts and musical evenings are also held here," said Natalya Sergunina.

The grand opening of the A.N. Scriabin Memorial Museum to the public took place on July 17, 1922. Objects that surrounded the master during his life and were dear to him remain in place. These include a color-lighting apparatus for accompanying the symphonic poem "Prometheus," paintings, furniture, photographs, and much more.

History of the mansion

The one-story house was built in the first half of the 19th century, and in 1903 the façade was changed and a second residential floor was added according to the design of the architect Sergei Voskresensky.

The mansion's last owner was Apollon Grushka, professor and dean of the Faculty of History and Philology at the Imperial Moscow University (now Lomonosov Moscow State University); he lived there until 1920. The house was visited by philosopher Nikolai Berdyaev, poet Konstantin Balmont, and theater figures Vsevolod Meyerhold and Alexander Tairov.

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The capital boasts 140,000 clubs and sections for children in a wide range of fields, from robotics and workouts to aerial yoga and veterinary science basics. 89 percent of children aged five to 18 participate in them. The Moscow Mayor announced this on his channel. MAX messenger.

"The most popular are creative areas. More than 390,000 children have chosen them. They are most often interested in fine arts and choreography. Ballet and classical dance classes, for example, are available at the Moscow Palace of Pioneers," wrote Sergei Sobyanin.

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Nearly 350,000 children have chosen sports clubs and sections. Among the most popular are football and chess. Rarely attended are parachuting and motorsports. Such clubs are open at School No. 1476 and P.M. Vostrukhin Communications College No. 54.

The popularity of ancient Russian team games is growing every year. At the school in Nekrasovka and School No. 1987, for example, children can play lapta and gorodki.

Linguistics is traditionally popular. In addition to English, French, and German, Moscow offers courses in Hebrew, Swahili, Chinese, and Serbian.

The technical side of the program also remains in demand. During classes, students develop original projects—from airplane and drone models to controlled robots. They also learn programming, 3D modeling, and robotics, as well as how to create content for social media.

How Moscow schoolchildren are pursuing science projects and finding their callingThe number of sports sections for schoolchildren has increased by 10 percent.

Interest in the natural sciences is growing. Nearly 35,000 children attend botany, zoology, ecology, and biology clubs, where they conduct research and develop projects to improve the urban environment.

"Activities in clubs give children skills that are difficult to acquire at home or at school. Play, creative, and athletic activities are just as important as intellectual ones," Sergei Sobyanin emphasized.

According to him, Moscow is paying great attention to developing free clubs and sections so that every child can spend their time productively.

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As part of the project Winter in Moscow metropolitan Department of Sports The city has organized areas for active recreation enthusiasts. Residents and visitors can go ice skating, skiing, and tubing, take part in three-on-three hockey competitions or a felt boot hockey tournament, and attend master classes from renowned athletes.

The main winter season venues are located at the Luzhniki Olympic Complex. This year, a new multimedia skating rink opened there. Visitors also have access to a cross-country skiing and biathlon track, the Yuzhny skating rink, and a tubing hill.

The cross-country skiing and biathlon trail is open daily until March 1st. Its length is three kilometers—twice as long as last year's. Registration is not required. On the trail, you can perfect your cross-country skiing skills, simply ski, and spend time in a healthy way, as well as participate in master classes by renowned athletes. For example, on January 19th, Olympic and World Championship medalist Alexander Panzhinsky taught a class, and on January 21st, Olympic champion and World Championship medalist Alexander Legkov did the same. Since its opening, the trail has attracted nearly 20,000 visitors.

This year, Luzhniki Stadium held its first New Year's Eve race. On the night of December 31st to January 1st, participants set off simultaneously with the chimes of the Kremlin clock.

Hot tea and a commemorative medal: how the first race of 2026 went at Luzhniki Stadium

Professional trainers from the "My Sports District" project offer free classes for Moscow residents. Training sessions are held year-round, with the focus varying depending on the season. During the winter season, Muscovites can enjoy fitness classes in 28 sports zones and cross-country skiing training on 15 trails in parks. Schedules and location information are available atwebsite.

The "My Sports District" project also offers ice skating lessons. They are held at the Moscow Seasons rinks, the Bitsa Equestrian Center rinks, Ostankino Park, Repinsky Square, Avangard Stadium, and VDNKh.

Training is also held at the Yuzhny skating rink in Luzhniki. Four classes a day are held here from Tuesday to Friday—two for children over 10 and adults, and two for adults over 18. Furthermore, on the ice rink, you can take part in master classes with renowned figure skaters such as Alina Zagitova, Alexandra Trusova, and many others. A total of 22 such events are scheduled. Training with star athletes also takes place at the Bitsa Sports Complex and Avangard Stadium skating rinks.

Master classes by famous figure skaters continue at the Luzhniki skating rink.

Throughout the winter, the Vorobyovy Gory ski resort hosts events organized with the support of the capital Department of SportsThese include the Parallel Slalom Snowboard Champions Cup, the Dual Moguls Freestyle Champions Cup, a sports carnival for skiers and snowboarders, and other festivals for amateurs.

Winter in Moscow— the main event of the season. The project aims to strengthen social and family ties, create an atmosphere of unity and mutual support, and provide assistance to those currently defending the Motherland. Through a variety of programs, including cultural, educational, and sporting events, it brings together Muscovites and visitors of all ages and interests, creating an environment for creative development, active recreation, and warm communication. Particular attention is paid to supporting participants and veterans of the special military operation and their families, as well as all those providing assistance to the front.

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For the station Dostoevskaya The architectural concept for the Circle Line metro has been approved. The platform will be designed in the Art Deco style. This was reported on their channel in MAX messenger Sergei Sobyanin said.

"Its appearance will combine the monumentality of the first lines of the Moscow metro with the name of Fyodor Dostoevsky. The interiors will be bright and solemn, with expressive supports, a relief ceiling, and a patterned stone floor," the Moscow Mayor wrote.

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The platform's finishes feature natural stone and artistic metal. Some of the granite from domestic quarries will be used in the metro for the first time. The lamps will be made of artistic glass, based on custom designs.

Along the route walls, panels will be hung with panoramas of Moscow, St. Petersburg, Tver, and Staraya Russa—cities associated with the life of Fyodor Dostoevsky. Honored masters of monumental art from the Russian Academy of Arts will work on their creation.

Dostoyevskaya will be the first new station on the Circle Line in over 70 years. Construction is taking place in the very center of the city, in challenging, densely populated areas. Therefore, mining is being used to ensure continued train service.

The station will be located between Novoslobodskaya and Prospekt Mira stations, at the intersection of Samotechnaya and Durova Streets. Construction is 41 percent complete.

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The number of young travelers is growing in Moscow. According to the capital's Tourism CommitteeAlmost a third of all visitors from Russian regions are aged 18 to 34. This age group is also growing among foreigners: in 2025, 56 percent of tourists in this age group visited the city from India, 53 percent from China, and 45 percent from the Middle East.

"In our experience, group excursion tourism tends to appeal to an average age of 45 and older, or to school tours where parents choose the program for their children. Young people aged 18-34, on the other hand, prefer independent travel tailored to their needs and simply want to spend time in Moscow. They only turn to tour operators in exceptional cases, through their hotels. For example, this New Year's Eve, there was high demand for a program celebrating the New Year with Snegurochka (the Snow Maiden)," shared a representative of the tour operator Tari Tour.

A trend toward aesthetics and interest in old Moscow

According to the guide Anastasia ShulginaYoung people are seeking vibrant experiences, perceiving Moscow as a city of opportunity and a tourism capital. Russian travelers are drawn to the historic center—they want to see Red Square on their first visit, familiar from the May holiday broadcasts and the chimes of the clock on New Year's Eve. Young Muscovites actively involved in tourism want to discover a different side of the capital: turning off Tverskaya Street into quiet side streets or wandering through the courtyards near Arbat.

Aesthetics is among the key trends. This is reflected in the demand for photo tours, as well as for locations featured in bloggers' stories and videos.

In winter, the guide notes a rise in event tourism, with millions of young people coming to participate in festivals and Christmas markets. In summer, in addition to year-round cultural and educational tourism, sporting tourism gains momentum, from free outdoor workshops to bike parades and mass runs.

"For today's youth, travel isn't just a vacation, but rather a journey in search of meaning, self-discovery, and truth. It's not about stepping out onto the streets in elegant style, but about understanding our cultural code. Many of the people I work with prefer Moscow to other cities because it has it all. In the capital, European aesthetics and Asian flair, historical memory and the frenetic pace of the metropolis, intertwine in a whimsical pattern. And everyone finds something they're interested in," added Anastasia Shulgina.

Guide Petr Posmakov maintains social media accounts, and the majority of his clients are tourists under 35, who fall into two broad categories. The first group appreciates the living history of old Moscow—travelers enjoy routes along Ivanovskaya Gorka, Taganka, and the German Quarter. The second group prefers the city's festival-filled and decorated atmosphere; guests attend events organized by various projects. Winter in Moscow orSummer in Moscow, are interested in the gastronomic program.

Digital services and conceptual environment

According to the front desk at the three-star Izmailovsky Park Hotel, travelers aged 18–34 often stay for one to three nights. Younger Russian tourists, compared to travelers aged 45 and older, rarely ask reception for advice on attractions, more often relying on online maps and recommendations. Meanwhile, foreigners are quite willing to browse printed materials with information about Moscow.

A representative of the StandArt design hotel explained that this audience accounts for approximately 30 percent of the total number of guests. While Russian citizens travel primarily for business, foreigners, often from the Middle East, come to experience Moscow's history. Regardless of the purpose of their trip, they are flexible and mobile, value speed and simplicity. For them, a hotel is more than just a place to sleep, but a place with a philosophy and concept where they can experience the local culture, become part of the community, and contribute to environmental stewardship.

This five-star hotel believes in customer-centricity and personalization. Young people tend to avoid face-to-face interactions and do everything online, preferably in no more than three clicks—from booking a room to ordering food and choosing a pillow type. Service delivery should be as seamless and automated as possible.

Based on the design hotel's experience, guests aged 18-34 prioritize sufficient power outlets for all their gadgets and a smart home system for controlling lighting and air conditioning. High-speed Wi-Fi is a default option, especially for those who combine work and leisure (bleisure travelers). A stylish and photogenic interior is also important, as many are active on social media.

Moscow City Tourism Committee is building a sustainable brand for the capital as one of Russia's leading tourist destinations. Year-round, Mosturism creates events that bring together residents and visitors, expanding the city's calendar with new activities. In winter and summer, Muscovites and tourists can immerse themselves in another era at the festival's historic venues. Moscow Estates, experience the capital's tea traditions at the "Moscow Tea Party," or sample the "Moscow Breakfast" at one of the hundreds of participating restaurants.

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Two new designs were unveiled in Moscow. My School projectNow, Moscow schools undergoing renovation under the program will be able to independently choose the design of their facades and interiors. Several design options have been developed for them—with turquoise, orange-green, or yellow-green accents. This was reported by Anastasia Rakova, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Social Development.

"Several years ago, the capital launched a large-scale renovation program for school buildings, "My School." This program will allow us to modernize all schools, which are already outdated and outdated, in the coming years. We took a fresh approach to space management, ensuring that the new environment would foster productive learning, creative development, and meaningful recreation, while also being welcoming and aesthetically pleasing. When renovating the first 55 schools, we used a design with turquoise and light green accents. But as the project progressed, we realized there was a need for a greater variety of color schemes, so that each school could choose an option that best suits its spirit and established atmosphere. The program now offers two new color schemes—with orange-green or yellow-green accents," the Deputy Mayor explained.

The interior spaces will be decorated in calm, muted tones, with vibrant accents provided by acoustic panels, furniture, and design elements.

"Calm, muted colors in school interiors help students concentrate better in class. They don't distract or overload the eyes, creating a comfortable learning environment. This palette is especially important for younger students: it creates a feeling of comfort and safety. Bright color accents in the recreation areas, on the other hand, help students refocus. During breaks, such colors encourage communication, play, or relaxation, sparking interest in the surrounding space and a desire to explore the school environment," noted Oksana Korchagina, educational psychologist at the City Psychological and Pedagogical Center.

Dozens of renovated schools will open in the capital by September 1, 2026. To create the most comfortable environment for children, every detail has been carefully considered—from clear and intuitive navigation to comfortable furniture in the hallways.

Educational institutions will receive modern classrooms, laboratory and research facilities equipped with digital microscopes, 3D printers, and mini-greenhouses, as well as IT training areas with robotics kits. The new equipment will allow schools to offer additional clubs and sections.

The recreation areas will feature upholstered furniture, cushioned windowsills, and brightly colored lockers for personal belongings. Drinking fountains will be installed on each floor. Traditional libraries will be replaced by stylish media libraries, and the assembly halls will be replaced by bright, multifunctional atriums.

The gyms will be equipped like those in the best sports complexes. For example, they will feature special parquet floors with shock absorption. Lunch areas will be organized like modern cafes. In school grounds, the sports fields will be renovated, play areas for children of all ages will be created, comfortable benches will be installed, new lights will be installed, scooter and bicycle parking spaces will be provided, and additional trees will be planted.

Moscow Mayor's Program My SchoolThe program was launched several years ago. Its goal is to make educational spaces modern and functional. Fifty-five buildings have already opened following the renovation.

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Providing schools with modern high-tech equipment helps optimize the educational process and is in line with the objectives of the “All the Best for Children” national project Youth and ChildrenMore information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found at special page.

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Capital specialists urban economy complex The aftermath of heavy snowfall is being addressed. Overnight and early this morning, the capital conducted a complete mechanized sweeping of roadways and sidewalks, followed by de-icing. The cycle is repeated as precipitation increases.

Snow is being cleared from streets and roads throughout the city. Pedestrian areas, sidewalks, approaches to bus stops, metro stations, the Moscow Central Circle, and public facilities are under special scrutiny.

According to weather forecasters, heavy snowfall in the Moscow region will continue through January 29. The heaviest snowfall is expected on January 27 and 28. Residents are urged to exercise extreme caution on sidewalks and roads, and to postpone travel by private vehicle if possible.

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