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A building will be built in the Vykhino-Zhulebino district under the renovation program. The Moscow State Construction Supervision Committee (Mosgosstroynadzor) has issued the corresponding permit. The new building will be located at Samarkandsky Boulevard, plot No. 15/4. This was announced by the agency's chairman. Anton Slobodchikov.

"The committee has issued the permits, and now the developer can begin work on the site. The building will consist of two sections with varying heights. The apartments in the new building will have a floor area of almost 20,900 square meters. The ground floor will be non-residential, with potential for public and commercial spaces. Parking will be provided underground," said Anton Slobodchikov.

In accordance with the renovation program standards, the apartments will be fully finished and equipped with all necessary fixtures, including plumbing and lighting fixtures.

Each section will feature walk-through entrances with stained-glass windows. These will house concierge rooms and stroller storage areas. A total of eight elevators with a lifting capacity of 400 kilograms and 1,000 kilograms will be installed. The building's facades will be installed using a suspended system and clad in concrete tiles and fiberglass panels.

Two playgrounds and a sports field will be built near the building, along with rest areas with benches. The courtyards will feature sidewalks, concrete paving in front of the entrances, and surface parking.

"The facades of the two sections are finished in a warm palette of shades—copper brown, light ochre, golden beige, and other colors—that create a gradient pattern on the walls. This approach to the design of the new residential complex will create a memorable, unique look," explained the Chief Architect of Moscow and First Deputy Chairman of the Committee for Architecture and Urban Development (Moskomarkhitektura).

Sergey Kuznetsov.

At the direction of Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin, the capital is paying special attention to residential properties under the renovation program.

Inspectors from the capital's city government will oversee the construction of the building on Samarkand Boulevard throughout all stages. State Construction Supervision CommitteeAnton Slobodchikov emphasized. The inspection schedule will be drawn up after the developer submits a notice to commence work. Specialists from the subordinate Center for Expertise, Research, and Testing in Construction will be involved in the on-site inspections to conduct a comprehensive set of laboratory and instrumental tests of building materials and structures to ensure compliance with design documentation.

The renovation program was approved in August 2017. It affects approximately one million Muscovites and provides for the resettlement of 5,176 buildings. Sergei Sobyanin ordered the pace of implementation of the renovation program to be accelerated.twice.

Moscow is one of the region's leaders in terms of construction volume. Its high rate of housing construction is in line with the goals and initiatives of the national project. Infrastructure for LifeMore information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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On December 6th and 7th, two new activities for children and their parents—a tubing slide and "Santa Claus's House"—will open at the Moskino Cinema Park. And on December 14th, a skating rink covering over three thousand square meters will be officially opened at Sobornaya Square. Guests will see performances by two-time world champion Irina Slutskaya and other professional figure skaters, and will also have the opportunity to get autographs.

"Visitors to the cinema park will be able to skate surrounded by film sets depicting the cathedrals and chambers of the Moscow Kremlin. And in the very center of the rink, two New Year's trees, 9.5 and 12 meters tall, will be installed. They will be decorated with video screens, decorations, and strings of lights," said the Moscow Government Minister and Head of the Moscow Department of Culture.

Alexey Fursin.

The skating rink is open from 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM until March 1st. Skates are available for rent (for a fee). After skating, guests can enjoy warming winter drinks and treats at the outdoor food court. Additionally, from December 31st, 2025 to January 12th, 2026, the skating rink will host screenings of Soviet New Year's films and figure skating workshops. A permit is required to attend. entrance ticket to the cinema park.

Additionally, a tubing slide with four runs will be open throughout the winter in the film park's central square: two 115-meter long and two 75-meter long. Access is via a travelator with a 75-meter ramp. The slide is open until March 1st, and admission is free.

A special event for guests will be the opening of the "House of Father Frost" venue, where the films "Home Alone 3" and "Wanted Father Frost" were filmed. Children and their parents will be able to take part in the immersive theatrical performance "Visiting Father Frost," meet the winter wizard, and wrap presents with his helpers—the elves.

Guests will be able to explore several rooms decorated in New Year's style: a living room with velvet sofas, shelves filled with gifts, mail, and a crystal chandelier, as well as a study and more. Events will be held every weekend from 12:00 PM to 5:20 PM, every hour. Performances last 20 minutes. Admission is with a ticket to the cinema park.

Cinema park "Moskino"— part of Sergei Sobyanin’s “Moscow — City of Cinema” project and an object of the Moscow film cluster, which is being developed by the capital Department of CultureThe second stage of development has already been completed: 34 naturalistic sites, six pavilions, and six infrastructure facilities have been built, including the sets "Brest Fortress," "Provincial Towns of Europe," "Yuzovka," "Shakhty," "European City," "Modern Moscow," "Reichstag," "Russian Medieval City," "Cities of Eastern Europe," and others.

The Moscow Film Cluster comprises infrastructure facilities, services, and facilities for filmmakers, developed by the Moscow Government as part of the "Moscow – City of Cinema" project. Its structure includes the Moskino Cinema Park, the Gorky Film Studio (with locations on Sergei Eisenstein Street and Valdaisky Proyezd), the Moskino Film Factory, the Moskino cinema chain, the Moskino Film Commission, and the Moskino Film Platform.

Winter in Moscow— the main event of the season. The project aims to strengthen social and family ties, foster mutual support, and create an atmosphere of unity, comfort, and festive spirit. Through a variety of programs, including cultural, educational, and sporting events, it brings together Muscovites and visitors of all ages and interests, creating conditions for creative development, active recreation, and warm social interaction during the cold season.

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More than 30 practical workshops will be held at the Gift Factory art pavilion on Bolotnaya Square.

The "Made in Moscow" project's themed spaces opened on December 1st. Among them are the "Train," "Skates," "Red Ball," "Air Ball," "Mandarin," "Samovar," "Refrigerator," "Candy Box," and two "Gift Factories."

Cocoa, sweets and jewelry

On Wednesday, December 3, guests can expect culinary and artistic experiments. From 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, the Smakuy brand will teach how to make a warming winter drink at a master class. New Year's Cocoa: Preparation OptionsParticipants will learn about drink recipes using cocoa powder and chocolate and will also taste them. From 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, the Ostorozhno Fragile gallery will hold a master class on painting a tote bag.linocut technique.

On Thursday, December 4, visitors will be invited to learn more about technology and sweets. From 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, attend the master class. EDC gadgets Representatives of the Magssory brand will tell you how to unlock the potential of your smartphone and turn it into an effective gadget. From 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, the Tsar's Gingerbread company will hold a workshop ongingerbread painting.

Friday evening, December 5th, will be dedicated to fashion and creativity. From 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, children aged six and up are invited to a workshop ondecorating gingerbreadFrom 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM, specialists from the Crystal Twig jewelry brand will reveal the secrets of their professional craftsmanship. Guests will be able to experience create a brooch.

Pine wreaths and teddy bears

A rich program awaits visitors to the art pavilion this weekend.

On Saturday, December 6th, at 10:00 a.m. a master class will begin ondecorating a New Year's hatThen you can immerse yourself in the world of nature during the lesson. "Pine Cone Decor", learn the basics fabric painting, and also paint a wooden figurine to decorate the Christmas tree and complement itNew Year's card.

A charity master class will take place at 4:00 PM. Toys and beds for animalsAll items created by the guests will be donated to shelters. The program will conclude with a Christmas tree weaving class. wreaths of pine needles, creation fashionable body kit on the bag andmaking aroma sachets.

On Sunday, December 7, anyone can decorate a hat. festive decor or take up painting Christmas tree decoration.

During the day, visitors will also be treated to a master class. "Pine Cone Decor" and a charity lesson on creating toys for petsFrom 13:00, those interested will be taught how to make helium candles with decor of berries and twigs.

At 3:00 pm it will be time for sewing teddy bearsIn the evening, visitors will be offered to make eco-friendly Christmas tree decorations from dried flowers and citrus fruits. The program will conclude with a lesson onmaking a brooch.

Additionally, the Gift Factory market, featuring products from participants in the Made in Moscow project, is open to visitors at any time. There, you can find everything for the perfect holiday—from stylish clothing and designer Christmas tree decorations to high-quality cosmetics.

Gift Factory: What products can you find at the Made in Moscow winter art pavilions?Winter in Moscow: How a city project helped businesses attract thousands of customers last year

"Made in Moscow" is a project promoting local brands. Today, it has over 7,500 members, and the website features over 36,000 products made in the capital. Entrepreneurs have access to a variety of free promotional tools provided by the city: product placement on the portal and in branded stores, mentions in the media and social media, outdoor advertising, participation in the city's largest markets, fairs, and exhibitions, online advertising, and much more. You can become part of the entrepreneurial community, take advantage of support programs, and showcase your products in unique art pavilions on the capital's main streets on the website. business.madeinmoscow.rfMore news about the capital's business can be found on the project's official pages.social networks.

Winter in Moscow— the main event of the season and one of the key drivers of the city's economy. The project unites the efforts of the city and businesses, creating new opportunities for the development of tourism, trade, services, and creative industries. The project was created specifically for the convenience of businesses and effective integration with seasonal events. "Time of Business Opportunities", where you can choose the appropriate format for participation throughout the year. "Winter in Moscow" is an example of successful collaboration between the city and entrepreneurs, making the winter season not only vibrant and festive, but also economically significant for the capital.

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Moscow public transportation will begin operating on four routes in the Khimki urban district on December 6. A total of 12 routes from Moscow to the surrounding suburbs are planned to open this month.

"Following Sergei Sobyanin's instructions, we are developing the Moscow suburban transport network. On December 6, we will launch the first four routes to Khimki this month. Modern Russian-made buses will depart from the Planernaya and Belomorskaya metro stations. These buses are equipped with everything necessary for comfortable and safe travel. By the end of 2025, we will launch 25 routes between the capital and the Moscow region," noted the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry.

Maxim Liksutov.

New routes

Buses #1154, 1532, and 1981 will begin operating on these new routes. Fares will be fixed, and you'll only need to swipe your card when boarding.

For example, a Troika card ride on buses #1532 and #1981 will cost 72 rubles, while a ride on bus #1154 will cost 75 rubles. When paying by credit card, the fare will be 73 and 76 rubles, respectively.

Moscow bus #1480 will replace the Moscow Region bus #484s. You'll need to swipe your card twice—on entry and exit—and the fare depends on the distance. Travel with the Troika card will cost between 63 and 81 rubles, while a bank card will cost between 64 and 82 rubles.

In addition, the following will be available on all routes:

— travel using unlimited “Unified” passes for the “Suburban” zone for 30, 90 or 365 days;

— unlimited “Unified” season tickets for the “Suburban” zone for 30 and 90 days using the Muscovite card for students;

— free travel with the Muscovite card and the Moscow region resident card for privileged categories of citizens, similar to Moscow city routes;

— free travel on all connecting routes of the capital (between Moscow and the Moscow region) for privileged categories of citizens of the Moscow region, persons under 60 years of age with the right to free travel on regional routes.

Discounts for transfers to the metro and other routes are not available. The Strelka card will not work.

You can purchase and top up your Troika card at Moscow Metro ticket offices and ticket vending machines. This can also be done online via the Moscow Metro or Moscow Transport mobile app. Remote top-ups must be activated at any validator on board the bus.

By the capital's standards

By 2025, 25 existing commuter routes operating in the northwest and west are planned to be integrated into the Moscow transport system. This was made possible thanks to an agreement between the governments of Moscow and the Moscow region.

The schedule will be convenient and the intervals predictable. The buses will feature climate control, USB ports for charging devices, and media panels. Low-floor vehicles are suitable for transporting passengers in wheelchairs, bicycles, and strollers. Professional drivers will operate the vehicles.

Overall, at least 30 percent of existing suburban routes are planned to be integrated into the Moscow transport system by 2028. In addition to improving travel comfort, the new interconnected interregional routes will provide an additional impetus for the development of transport infrastructure in the Moscow region, including the installation of modern bus shelters, dedicated lanes, the creation of new and the reconstruction of existing transport hubs, and the combination of various modes of public transport for daily travel from the Moscow region to Moscow and back.

In accordance with the objectives of the national project Infrastructure for Life Moscow is focusing on modernizing its social and public infrastructure, including increasing the number of convenient public transportation routes and upgrading its rolling stock. More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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Since the renovation program began, approximately two thousand disabled Muscovites and their family members have become owners of specially equipped housing in new buildings. Ekaterina Solovieva, Minister of the Moscow Government, head of the capital's Department of City Property.

"Nearly two thousand people with disabilities and their family members have received specially equipped apartments in new buildings under the renovation program over the past eight years. Since the beginning of this year, the city has provided such housing for people with disabilities to 536 program participants and their family members. These apartments feature wide doorways, spacious bathrooms, and spacious hallways, allowing for easy access in wheelchairs. Grab bars are installed in the bathrooms. Electrical outlets, switches, and the electrical panel are mounted at the optimal height," said Ekaterina Solovieva.

The largest number of Muscovites who have signed documents for specially designed and equipped apartments under the renovation program live in the South-East, North, and East administrative districts. More than 350 people with disabilities and their families have signed contracts in the South-East, nearly 320 in the North, and over 300 in the East.

New buildings under the renovation program are also adapted for Muscovites with limited mobility: they have no steps from the entrance to the elevator, or they have lifting platforms installed. The courtyards have no steep slopes or curbs, and the pedestrian paths are designed to be easily accessible in a wheelchair.

The renovation program was approved in August 2017. It affects approximately one million city residents and provides for the relocation of 5,176 buildings. The Moscow mayor ordered that the pace of its implementation be increased.twiceEarlier, Sergei Sobyanin said that buildings under the renovation program save up to40 percent of resources compared to five-story buildings.

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The number of professional income taxpayers in Moscow, as of November 1, exceeded 2.2 million people. This is approximately 15 percent of the total number of registered self-employed individuals in Russia. Maria Bagreeva, Deputy Mayor of Moscow, Head of the Moscow Department of Economic Policy and Development.

"The increase in the number of self-employed people in Moscow demonstrates that entrepreneurial activity is growing. More and more city residents are choosing self-employment as a convenient way to start a business in a wide range of fields—from tutoring and IT consulting to design and marketing. And the development of digital technologies and freelancing platforms allows them to offer their services to a wider audience. This format provides people with opportunities for professional growth and self-realization, and also contributes to the competitiveness of the city's economy. As of November 1, 2025, the number of professional income taxpayers in Moscow exceeded 2.2 million. Their total income since the introduction of this tax regime in the capital—since January 1, 2019—amounted to almost 2.1 trillion rubles," emphasized Maria Bagreeva.

The professional income tax is popular among self-employed individuals who do not employ employees. Its advantages include ease of registration, automated income reporting, and the elimination of tax reporting and cash register requirements.

The most popular activities among self-employed individuals who indicated them during registration are passenger and freight transportation, delivery, apartment rentals, as well as advertising and marketing.

Over the first 10 months of 2025, Moscow's professional income taxpayers issued approximately 254 million receipts to clients, almost double the amount issued in January-October 2024. This indicates an increase in business activity among the self-employed in Moscow. The average receipt size at the end of October 2025 was 2,833 rubles.

From January to October 2025, self-employed individuals contributed 17.1 billion rubles to the Moscow budget—43 percent more than in the same months last year. Since the introduction of the tax regime, the city budget has received over 56.3 billion rubles in professional income tax.

The employment service helps Muscovites realize their dreams and open their own businesses.

The city supports those planning to develop their careers, including those pursuing entrepreneurial careers. At the center of innovative HR services Professions of the Future (Shchepkina Street, Building 38, Building 1) and at the practical training site in Pechatniki (Volgogradsky Prospekt, Building 42, Building 8), you can master one of 75 in-demand specialties in various sectors of the economy and realize your potential in a maximum of three months.

At the flagship center My work At Shabolovka (Building 48), visitors are helped to assess their entrepreneurial abilities, understand the nuances of starting and running their own business, create a business plan, register as self-employed, an individual entrepreneur, or a limited liability company, and find their first clients.

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Students of the capital's art schools, subordinate to the city Department of Culture, won five out of nine possible awards at the 26th International Television Competition for Young Musicians "The Nutcracker." It was held by the Rossiya-Kultura TV channel in Moscow from November 24 to December 1.

Participants competed in three categories: Piano, String Instruments (violin, viola, cello, double bass, harp), and Wind and Percussion Instruments (except recorder). Of the 48 young musicians, one-third were from Moscow, many of whom had already made a name for themselves in competitions at various levels.

Sixteen people competed in the Piano category, seven of whom study at Moscow art schools: Robert Kuklin, Alexey Larin, and Ivan Starodubovsky at the Gnessin Moscow Secondary Specialized Music School (MSSMSh); Roman Klimov from the music school at the Gnessin Moscow Secondary Specialized Music School; Emir Basim Zakaria at the music school at the Chopin Moscow State College of Music Performance (MGKMI); Olesya Tursunova at the W.A. Mozart Children's Music School; and Gerald-Emanuel Nikulin at the V.V. Krainev Children's Art School. Emir Basim Zakaria received the highest award.

Among the 16 string players, three represented Moscow: Sofia Berezina and Vasilisa Parshkova from the Gnessin Moscow Specialized Music School, and Gabriella Kharmat from the S. Ya. Lemeshev Children's Music School.

Competing in the Wind and Percussion Instruments category were students from the Gnessin Moscow Specialized Music School: Yuna Guryanova, Danila Zakharevsky, Sergey Kovynev, Egor Povidysh, Veronika Tkachuk, Yana Cherenkova, and Miroslava Shakirova. Anatoly Vasiliev from the V.P. Solovyov-Sedoy Children's Music School also showcased his talent. Also competing for victory were students from the Chopin Moscow State Music Institute: Bogdan Katalevich and David Porfenov. David advanced to the second round and received a diploma. Three young musicians from Moscow won awards in this category: Veronika Tkachuk took gold, Miroslava Shakirova took silver, and Yuna Guryanova took bronze.

The Nutcracker Competition was established in 2000. It is open to pianists, string and percussion players aged 14 and under, and wind instrument players aged 15 and under. Past winners include pianist Daniil Trifonov, violinist Daniel Lozakovich, percussionist Rostislav Sharaevsky, violinist Leia Zhu, and other musicians.

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