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The project for a residential building under the renovation program on Tyumenskaya Street has been approved.

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The design for a multi-apartment building to be built under the renovation program in the Eastern Administrative District has been approved. This was announced by the Chairman of the Moscow City Committee for Pricing Policy in Construction and State Expertise of Projects (Moskomexpertiza). Ivan Shcherbakov.

"A positive approval has been issued for the design of a multi-apartment building planned for construction under the renovation program in the Bogorodskoye district near the Bulvar Rokossovskogo metro station. The residential complex will have 508 apartments, with a total floor area of over 32,000 square meters," said Ivan Shcherbakov.

The new building will be constructed on a vacant lot at 5 Tyumenskaya Street. The design documentation calls for a construction area of 8,700 square meters.

All apartments in the building will be delivered to new residents fully finished. Four of them are accessible to people with disabilities. The project also includes creating a barrier-free environment in common areas and surrounding grounds.

The building's ground floor will be used for lobbies and public spaces. Specifically, it will house an information center for resettlement issues as part of the renovation program.

The project also includes landscaping of the surrounding area. The courtyard will feature a playground and sports grounds, paths, lawns, and ornamental shrubs and trees.

Earlier, Sergei Sobyanin met with new residents of a residential complex under the renovation program inMozhaisk district. And the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Urban Development Policy and Construction Vladimir Efimov reported that in 2025, new apartments under the renovation program received more 48 thousand city residents.

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. The 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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The "Winter in Moscow" site on Sparrow Hills became one of the most popular in the project's completed season.

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The "Winter in Moscow" project site on Sparrow Hills became one of the most visited in the capital. Guests enjoyed daily access to an ice rink, ski trails, a creative lab, a fair, a light show, and the first restaurant of Moscow colleges, "Friends' Meeting," the press service reported. Moscow Department of Education and Science.

"This year, the Moscow Palace of Pioneers on Vorobyovy Gory became one of the central venues for the 'Winter in Moscow' project. This unique space allowed everyone to experience the festive atmosphere and immerse themselves in a winter fairytale. Guests skied and skated, sampled freshly baked sweets and signature drinks, watched a spectacular light show, and made wishes along the alley of lanterns. Not only the city but also students from Moscow's colleges contributed to the event's organization. Students sold handmade gifts at the Christmas fair, held culinary and creative workshops, and worked at the first restaurant for Moscow's colleges, 'Friends'," the department's press service noted.

Ice rink, ski slopes and light shows

The free skating rink, covering over four thousand square meters, was a particular draw for visitors. Its artificial surface allowed it to operate in any weather. For guests' convenience, a skate rental pavilion was set up, where they could rent equipment, including penguin assistants, and leave their belongings in special lockers.

In addition, two ski trails, one and 1.5 kilometers long, were constructed on the grounds of the Moscow Palace of Pioneers. The different routes offered a variety of skiing options, from a short stroll to a longer distance. In the evening, the ski trail was transformed by light installations and multimedia screens featuring animal images. A special visual highlight was the Northern Lights effect.

A light show was featured every evening on the façade of the Moscow Palace of Pioneers. Multimedia screens featuring 125 animals from across Russia, including those listed in the Red Book, were installed throughout the park. In the Arctic zone, a large-scale audiovisual screen immersed visitors in the atmosphere of the Arctic, offering glimpses of polar bears, the Northern Lights, and an icebreaker.

Restaurant "Meeting of Friends," a creative laboratory, and a Christmas fair

The main highlight of this year's event was the opening of the first restaurant of Moscow's colleges, "Friends' Meeting," where students act as chefs, waiters, and baristas. Under the guidance of their mentors, the students developed signature and classic menus based on healthy eating principles and seasonality. Visitors can also choose dishes for their youngest guests from a special children's menu. The most popular dishes included fried eggs with salmon and cream cheese, chicken liver pâté with roasted bell peppers and rustic bread, and grilled halibut.

The creative lab, located in the Moscow Palace of Pioneers, also proved popular. Initially, master classes were taught by students from Moscow colleges, and then teachers from the Palace and other supplementary education centers launched a revamped program. Guests crafted home decorations, painted ceramic plates, created three-dimensional murals, created designer clothing, and much more. The most popular classes included creating florariums, scented candles, wet felting, and pottery. A total of 735 master classes were held at the venue.

Guests could purchase gifts for themselves and their loved ones at the Christmas fair. Items created by college students and teachers from supplementary education centers were on sale. The stalls featured Christmas decorations, clothing, and accessories. Sweet treats such as trdelniks and Belgian waffles were also on sale. More than 13,500 items were sold.

The New Year's venue on Sparrow Hills has unveiled its winter holiday program.A Christmas fair opened on Sparrow Hills as part of the "Winter in Moscow" festival.One of the main venues for the Winter in Moscow project has opened on Sparrow Hills.

Earlier, Sergei Sobyanin announced that this season the Winter in Moscow project united 32 million The number of residents and visitors to the capital increased by seven percent compared to the previous year. Over 400 venues were open throughout the city, and the number of visitors to district events increased by more than 50 percent compared to the previous year.

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Winter in Moscow— the main event of the past 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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NSU is developing a method for comprehensive predictive diagnostics of age-related muscle failure.

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Scientists Institute of Medicine and Medical Technologies NSU's Institute of Medical and Technical Medicine (IMMT) is developing a comprehensive diagnostic method for the neuromuscular system, which will ultimately aid in the prevention and correction of age-related muscle weakness (sarcopenia). The work is being conducted as part of the project "Comprehensive Modulation of Neuroplasticity Reserves in Sarcopenia Correction," which is part of the strategic technology project "Center for the Integration of Biomedicine and Pharmaceutics," supported by the Priority 2030 program.

The term "sarcopenia" comes from the Greek words sarcos (meat, flesh) and penia (deficiency). It refers to a progressive and systemic loss of muscle mass, strength, and function. It has now been established that it is not simply age-related muscle atrophy, a consequence of aging, but a clinically confirmed condition that can be diagnosed and treated. Sarcopenia can be caused not only by aging but also by other factors, including lifestyle, work habits, diet, and acute and chronic illnesses.

The project, implemented by NSU scientists, is based on the development and scientific substantiation of a neurocentric model for the prevention and correction of sarcopenia, based on the complex modulation of the central nervous system's neuroplasticity reserves, that is, mechanisms influencing the nervous system's ability to change structure and function in response to new experiences, learning, and changes in the environment.

NSU, with its proposed neurocentric model, is a pioneer not only in Russia but also in the post-Soviet space. Most research teams in our country and worldwide continue to develop strategies aimed directly at muscle tissue and its metabolism. The prevailing model views sarcopenia primarily as a localized muscle tissue problem, focusing on the study of mitochondrial dysfunction, cellular aging, chronic inflammation, and insulin resistance.

The dominant model recognizes the role of the nervous system as a factor in pathogenesis, such as the decline in motor neurons and the deterioration of neuromuscular transmission with age. However, placing neuroplasticity at the center of research attention and therapeutic intervention is a fundamentally new approach, which constitutes its main scientific novelty and potential advantage.

"The uniqueness of the approach proposed at NSU lies in the fact that we view sarcopenia not only as a degenerative process in muscle tissue caused by diseases, conditions, or age, but also as a result of dysfunction of the central neuromuscular control mechanisms. From this perspective, the most promising approach is to study neuroplasticity, as it underlies the restoration and maintenance of motor function. Targeted correction of nervous system plasticity, for example, through cognitive-motor training, neurostimulation, or pharmacological interventions, can become a key element in developing effective strategies to combat sarcopenia," explained Daria Podchinenova, PhD, Deputy Director for Research at the NSU Institute of Medical and Medical Technologies.

In 2025, the first stage of the project resulted in the creation and patenting of a unique, Siberian-first structured database of key clinical and paraclinical markers of sarcopenia and body composition (the ratio of various body components—fat, lean mass, muscle, water, etc.), as well as a database of neuroimaging maps (brain images obtained using various imaging methods). The uniqueness of the assembled database lies in the fundamental expansion of the diagnostic research field. The database is not limited to standard sarcopenia indicators (muscle mass, grip strength, gait speed), but was developed for the comprehensive study of sarcopenia as a systemic process. Functional diagnostics, biochemistry, and cellular immunology data are integrated within a single platform. The database is intended to form the basis for a personalized approach to the diagnosis and management of sarcopenia. In total, it contains data from nearly 3,000 patients.

Based on the collected information, NSU scientists developed a comprehensive diagnostic algorithm for assessing the neuromuscular system and key methodological recommendations for the diagnosis and application of neuroplasticity modulation methods in sarcopenia prevention and correction programs for implementation in healthcare institutions and gerontology centers.

Also, in parallel, the necessary potential elements of the diagnostic complex are being developed – key neuromarkers (BDNF, galanin, beta-amyloid, tau protein, myokines: meteorin-like protein, irisin, myostatin, FGF-21, IGF-1 metabolites, insulin), neuroimaging markers and predictors, such as the volume of gray matter in the motor areas, the thickness of the precentral gyrus, indicating a decrease in neuroplasticity and associated with the risk of development and progression of sarcopenia.

"Thanks to projects like these, NSU is developing a new strategic direction within the personalized ("7P") medicine paradigm. A longitudinal observation system has been launched at the NSU Medical Center, collecting data from the same patients over a long period of time, and unique databases have been created. Students, residents, and young scientists from the NSU Institute of Medicine and Medical Technologies are participating in this work," said Maria Matveeva, MD, Associate Professor of the Department of Clinical Health Modeling and Personalized Medicine at the NSU Institute of Medical and Medical Technologies and the project manager.

The overall project is designed to last five years, and by 2030, the plan is to develop a method for comprehensive diagnostic assessment of the neuromuscular system, including MRI protocols, biomarker panels, and approaches to modulating neuroplasticity in comprehensive sarcopenia prevention and correction programs. These are planned to be tested at partner clinical centers—with whom collaboration agreements have already been concluded—in order to identify specific, most effective methods for modulating neuroplasticity.

Active longevity is a priority for Russian healthcare, so identifying and promptly addressing the factors that can limit age-related physical activity, reduce life expectancy, and impair quality of life is crucial. Furthermore, the guidelines being developed for diagnosing and modulating neuroplasticity will help reduce rehabilitation costs through early prevention of sarcopenia and associated diseases.

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The CPPCC National Committee held a press conference ahead of its annual session.

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BEIJING, March 3 (Xinhua) — The National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) held a press conference on Tuesday ahead of its annual session.

Liu Jieyi, spokesperson for the 4th session of the 14th CPPCC National Committee, briefs reporters on the work of the upcoming session and answers their questions. -0-

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The CPPCC National Committee will hold its annual session from March 4 to 11.

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BEIJING, March 3 (Xinhua) — The National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), China's top political advisory body, will hold its annual session in Beijing from March 4 to 11, session spokesperson Liu Jieyi said at a press conference on Tuesday.

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Heading for Space: Polytechnic University to Teach Schoolchildren Rocket Building

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The Polytechnic University has developed a unique rocket modeling course for schoolchildren: learn how to design, build, and test a hydropneumatic rocket from scratch right on the school stadium. The educational program includes a technology kit with all the necessary components (from controllers and wires to a rescue parachute), a research unit, 3D modeling modules, circuit design, and programming. The course was developed with the support of the federal program "Priority 2030."

"Rocket science is a strategic industry for Russia, and the new program is conceptually linked to the national project "Space" and the federal project of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science "Personnel for Space." In practical terms, it aims to focus students' attention on the practical application of the knowledge they acquire in school. This means we want to clearly demonstrate to students what they can do with their school knowledge in mathematics, physics, computer science, and technology. Furthermore, the "Rocket Modeling" program serves as an early career guidance tool for schoolchildren, as its structure allows participants to explore a wide range of fields—from programming to engineering," explains Dmitry Tikhonov, Vice-Rector for Continuing and Pre-University Education at SPbPU, explaining the significance of the new educational program.

The "Rocket Modeling" supplementary education program, which includes a special technology kit, "Class S-6-A Rocket Model. Hydropneumatic Rocket Model," is designed for students starting in fifth grade. The course is designed to last one year. Its structure includes methodological training for supplementary education teachers at SPbPU, followed by implementation in schools, lyceums, and colleges. For this purpose, the course authors have developed special teaching aids.

The "Rocket Modeling" program modules include software development (the educational version of "Kompas-3D") and the Arduino electronics development platform. Students will also be able to implement circuit design projects. The program includes a set of equipment and materials for assembling a rocket model, as well as an educational kit for assembling a rescue system based on an Arduino Nano microcontroller, a BMP 280 sensor, and an SG90 servo motor.

The basic kit includes all the necessary components to assemble a ready-to-use rocket model measuring 70 cm in length and weighing 400 grams. The model is designed for an average flight altitude of 28 meters, making it safe to launch from any school stadium.

One of our goals, beyond the educational aspect, is to engage students in the sport of rocket modeling. Although the program is designed for students in grades 5 and up, we are also open to teaching younger students who are truly interested in rocket modeling. Initially, we offer students the opportunity to build S-3-A (parachute) and S-6-A (brake band) rocket models, and then, if they are interested, they can move on to more complex models. Since the program involves the use of model rocket engines, the propulsion equipment, launch organization, and execution will be supported by SPbPU," explained Yegor Temirgaliyev, the course developer and senior lecturer at SPbPU's Graduate School of Industrial Management.

The model built within the course is designed for multiple use, so the program includes research into the dependence of readings on nozzle geometry and the ratio of working fluid to pressure in the propeller, as well as a comparative analysis of the obtained data with theoretical calculations.

The first course of the Rocket Modeling program will begin in September 2026.

SPbPU systematically engages schoolchildren in the topic of rocket modeling and rocket science. In September 2025, as part of the Engineering League rocket science intensive educational program, young engineers visited the Baikonur Cosmodrome., where they witnessed the launch of the Soyuz-2.1a launch vehicle and learned about the history of the conquest of the Universe. This trip is a shining example of the Polytechnic University's strategy for engaging talented youth. The Engineering League project allows schoolchildren not only to gain theoretical knowledge in rocket science but also to see its practical application in the real economy, meet future employers, and immerse themselves in the professional environment.

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The Faculty of Architecture presented projects for the development of the urban environment at a meeting of the Public Council of the Committee for Urban Development

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Speech by Andrey Surovenkov

Andrey Surovenkov, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Architecture at SPbGASU, took part in a meeting of the Public Council of the Committee for the Improvement of St. Petersburg. Our university representative leads a permanent working group on engaging senior and graduate students in developing urban development concepts. At the meeting, he briefed his colleagues on this work.

The St. Petersburg School: Heritage and Modern Technologies

The Faculty of Architecture at SPbGASU adheres to the principles of the St. Petersburg school of architecture—a respectful attitude toward the historical context and a high level of professional responsibility. Priorities include the development of digital architecture, the implementation of new design technologies, and fostering in students a holistic view of the city as a unified ecosystem.

The faculty is viewed as a student-teacher-graduate-city interaction environment, where the educational process is directly linked to the real-world challenges of St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region. Design workshops, led by practicing architects, are actively integrated into the educational process, and the clients include municipalities, cultural institutions, government agencies, and business representatives.

This mentoring format allows students to work on real projects, consider regulatory and urban planning restrictions, engage in dialogue with the client, and understand the architect's professional responsibility for the outcome.

Improvement projects: from parks to central streets

Andrey Surovenkov spoke about the faculty's key project areas, which are being implemented in collaboration with the city.

These include the concept for the Linear Park on Vasilievsky Island; the improvement project for Fyodorovsky Square, which served as the basis for the project completed in 2025; improvement concepts for Murinsky and Peizazhny Parks; the transformation of the areas near the Youth Theater and on the Fontanka Embankment in the Semyonovsky Municipal District; and proposals for the renovation of public spaces on Dumskaya Street.

Considerable attention is being paid to creating a comfortable urban environment in the city's historic center. Among the developments are proposals for creating alternate routes to Nevsky Prospekt, floral designs for the embankments, and library renovation concepts, including Central Children's Library in Sosnovy Bor.

As part of the environmental agenda, the faculty presented initiatives to create small architectural forms from recycled plastic, developed in partnership with specialized city organizations. Thus, educational projects become a platform for implementing sustainable development and circular economy principles.

Architectural hackathons, bringing together students, faculty, and representatives of the professional community, have become a new tool for project collaboration. This format allows for the rapid development of concepts for specific areas, promptly responding to the city's pressing needs.

Decisions and plans

In addition to SPbGASU projects, meeting participants discussed the renewal of the Public Council's specialized commissions and working groups. Key areas of activity for 2026 were identified, related to the development of public spaces, improving approaches to urban development, and incorporating citizen initiatives.

According to Andrey Surovenkov, the participation of the SPbGASU Faculty of Architecture in the public council confirms the university's strategic role in shaping the modern urban environment. The integration of education, research, and real-world improvement projects not only enables the training of sought-after specialists but also makes a practical contribution to the development of St. Petersburg.

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On March 3, 2026, Alexander Zharov congratulated Mikhail Mishutin on his birthday.

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"Your talents, systematic thinking, and resilience in overcoming difficult challenges have always enabled you to achieve high results in any field. Your unique path in business and public service, along with your experience and intuition, allow you to lead the Russian Government today and ensure the sustainable development of our country in today's reality. May energy, wisdom, and good fortune continue to accompany you in your service to Russia!"

I wish you impeccable health, inexhaustible energy, further triumphs in your professional activities, and well-being for your loved ones." Alexander Zharov, General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding

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March 2, 2026: 8 Rules to Start the Week With

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We at the editorial office have reread all of Alexander Zharov's interviews and speeches over the past few years. The CEO of Gazprom-Media Holding has spoken extensively about strategy, technology, and the mindset essential to staying one step ahead.

We've collected what resonated with us. Not just quotes, but real life rules.

If you've been waiting for a sign to take action, it might be hidden in one of these statements.

Do what energizes you

"For me, the most important thing in any job is to be passionate about it. What I'm doing now really excites me. I'm working on the future, and I'm really enjoying it. It makes you feel younger and more driven."

Alexander Zharov, General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding

Learn from those around you

"One of my fundamental principles is, as someone from the ancients said, 'There are no friends, no enemies, only teachers.' Everyone we encounter teaches us something."

Alexander Zharov, General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding

Unite, educate and set the cultural bar

“In the modern world, media is the infrastructure of meanings.”

Alexander Zharov, General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding

Technologies enhance, not replace

“It’s important to maintain a balance and use technology as an assistant, not a replacement for humans.”

Alexander Zharov, General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding

Adapt faster than the market

"We have to adapt quickly to keep viewers' attention."

Alexander Zharov, General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding

Take action and the results will come.

“My personal position is determined by the principle: ‘Do what you must, and come what may.’”

Alexander Zharov, General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding

Create the magic of attention

"The professionals who make television today are in demand and will continue to be in demand because they know how to create magic that holds our attention."

Alexander Zharov, General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding

Solve complex problems in parts

"A big elephant must be eaten with splints."

Alexander Zharov, General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding

These statements aren't about abstract values, but about practice: how to work in a competitive environment, how to make decisions in turbulent times, and how to maintain purpose in the age of technology. Take note, preserve, and apply them in your life.

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Fewer clients – Russians' debt to microfinance organizations has decreased amid industry transformation

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What changes have the greatest impact on the work of microfinance organizations?

Concerned about the high debt burden of the population, the Bank of Russia has been implementing reforms in the microfinance sector for several years. The most significant changes affect microfinance organizations in 2025 and 2026:

In 2025, restrictions on issuing loans to microfinance organizations will be tightened loans Clients with high debt burdens; a "cooling-off period" has been introduced for loan and credit applications—this change affects both banks and microfinance organizations (MFOs); starting in 2026, the approach to assessing borrowers' solvency has changed—MFOs can no longer rely on credit history; clients must request proof of income; starting March 1, remote loan issuance is only possible using biometrics—this measure is intended to help combat fraud; starting in April of this year, the maximum overpayment on a microloan will be 100% of the debt amount (currently, the limit is 130%); in October, the rule of issuing one loan per client is planned to begin—lending will initially be limited to clients with two active contracts.

Overall, the industry is seeing a trend toward stricter regulation. However, microfinance companies are attempting to circumvent legal provisions. For example, marketplaces have been caught substituting concepts: instead of a loan agreement with a client, they issue an agency agreement. Such a transaction is possible even if a self-imposed loan ban has been established through Gosuslugi.

How is the microfinance services market undergoing a transformation?

Tighter regulations and the introduction of increased surcharges have led to a contraction of microloan portfolios in microfinance organizations. Thus, in 2025, microfinance companies reported the following performance results:

The total loan portfolio of microfinance organizations decreased by 1.1% in the fourth quarter; the portfolio of companies issuing loans offline decreased by 7.2% over the same period, and by 10.4% over the year; new loans from microfinance organizations began to be issued more frequently – in the fourth quarter, the increase was 6.4%, over the year – more than 11%, the value of such agreements was 380 billion rubles; a decline was also observed in the banking microfinance organization segment – the decline over the quarter exceeded 3.2%.

"The microfinance services market is undergoing a transformation—MFIs are trying to adapt to legislative changes and are choosing clients with great caution," experts note.

The microloan segment is expected to experience a traditional seasonal lull in the first months of 2026. However, analysts also predict a decline by mid-year, largely due to the requirement to use biometrics when reviewing client applications. To avoid this requirement, many microfinance institutions (MFIs) are changing their status to microcredit credit companies (MCCs): for the latter, mandatory biometrics will only be introduced in March 2027, allowing businesses a brief grace period.

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