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From February 7, ground transportation routes will change in various areas of the capital.

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Starting February 7, the capital will add 10 stops for 20 routes and reroute three buses and electric buses. Now, public transport will run more frequently and be closer to new residential complexes and rail stations.

"On February 7, we will adjust 23 routes in various districts of the capital. Buses and electric buses will run more frequently on some of them, while others will have new stops. This will allow residents of large residential areas and visitors to social institutions to quickly and easily reach the nearest rail stations. At the direction of Sergei Sobyanin, we are improving the ground transportation network to make passenger travel even more comfortable," said the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry.

Maxim Liksutov.

Thus, social routes C511 and C811 will become district routes No. 511 and 811. The former will start at a large residential complex on Bochkova Street. This will provide residents with a direct route to the city center and the Big Circle Line metro line. Route No. 811 will be extended to Nagatinskaya metro station.

Buses #934 will now run along Universitetsky Prospekt instead of Lomonosovsky and Leninsky Prospekts. This will create a regular route for local residents to the Sokolnicheskaya metro line.

Three new stops will be created for five routes. For example, the "Volovya Street" stop will be open for route #74 in both directions, and the "Alleya Zhemchugovoy" stop will be open for routes #208 and #408 in both directions. Buses will also be able to depart from the "Bolshaya Filevskaya Street" stop on Novozavodskaya Street for routes #366 and #369 in both directions.

In addition, seven new stops will be created for 15 Moscow routes, as well as suburban routes of the "Moscow-Region" project. Specifically, a stop called "Ulitsa Nizhniye Mnevniki" will be added on the main route M23. Buses will stop at the same location as buses #389 and #391, upon request.

A stop will be added to the M77 main route at exit 5 of the Tekstilshchiki metro station. It will be in the same location as buses B, T27, and T38.

For routes #680 and #680k, a stop will be created at “3rd Grazhdanskaya Street,” and for route C23, a stop will be created at exit #2 of the Begovaya metro station.

A stop at "Ulitsa 9 Maya, 4a" in Khimki will be added for commuter routes #1154, 1342k, 1480, and 1532. It will operate on an on-demand basis.

Commuter routes #1342k and #1480 will also feature a "Shkola" stop on Kommunalny Proezd in Khimki. It will operate on-demand.

In addition, stops in East Degunino will change for routes No. 149, 170, 466, 477, 499 and 677.

The location of stops for city and suburban routes at the Rechnoy Vokzal metro station will also change.

In accordance with the objectives of the national project Infrastructure for Life The capital is placing significant emphasis on modernizing social and public infrastructure, including increasing the number of convenient public transportation routes and upgrading rolling stock. Furthermore, as part of the national project, Moscow has begun developing the Central Transport Hub, which will become a unified loop with predictable commuter rail service for more than 30 million residents in 11 Russian regions. More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found at special page.

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A butterfly hatched in orbit during a Chinese space experiment.

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CHONGQING, Feb. 4 (Xinhua) — Researchers from China's Chongqing University announced the successful hatching of a butterfly from a cocoon in orbital flight, providing valuable insights into biological survival in the harsh microgravity environment of space.

The butterfly chrysalis was placed in a small experimental space ecosystem payload developed by the university's research team and was delivered into space on the Kuaizhou-11 Y8 launch vehicle on December 13, 2025.

Photographs taken in space show the newly hatched butterfly moving around inside the capsule, resting on leaves and flapping its wings, demonstrating remarkable adaptation to microgravity conditions.

The latest data transmitted to the research team confirmed stable pressure, temperature and humidity levels inside the payload's pressurized cabin.

In microgravity conditions, anomalous fluid behavior and difficult material transport pose serious challenges to the stable functioning of a healthy miniature closed ecosystem.

By overcoming technical challenges related to magnesium alloy oxidation in high-humidity conditions, the team developed a lightweight yet robust payload design that weighs only 8.3 kg, creating a safety shield for the small ecosystem, said payload chief designer Xie Gengxin.

The payload design mimics Earth's ecological cycles, creating a fully functional, miniature prototype ecosystem. This self-sustaining, unmanned system includes oxygen-producing plants like chili peppers, which provide potential food for butterflies, while microorganisms digest waste to maintain a stable air composition.

"The successful hatching of a butterfly is more than just the appearance of an insect in space. This event marks a significant step forward in testing the long-term operation of complex life support systems in orbit," noted Xie Gengxin.

He emphasized that completing a key life process for the butterfly in extreme conditions is a test of the resilience of life on Earth and provides valuable information for future life support technologies in deep space.

In the next phase, the research team plans to focus on testing the durability of the structures in orbit, the adaptability of their components to space conditions, and the payload cabin's pressurization life. -0-

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Bonded goods from the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area will be delivered to Russia by TIR transport for the first time.

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Shenzhen, February 4 (Xinhua) — China has launched the first-ever road shipment of bonded cargo from the economically prosperous Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (in southern China) to Russia under the TIR international transport system. Compared to rail and air freight, this new logistics model offers significant advantages in terms of time efficiency and transportation costs.

The shipment concerns a consignment of headphones and earphones that was recently shipped by truck from the Qianhai Bonded Warehouse in Shenzhen, a major metropolitan area in the region. It is expected to arrive in Moscow within 10 days. This logistics operation marks the first time the Qianhai Bonded Warehouse has implemented the "TIR Bonded Warehouse Services" format.

TIR transport significantly simplifies the transportation of goods between countries. Under this system, cargo is sealed at the starting point of the route and inspected only upon arrival at the destination. At intermediate border crossings, checkpoint officers merely verify the TIR carnet data and the customs seal for the vehicle. This not only helps reduce transit time but also minimizes the risk of damage to sensitive goods such as headphones, explained Zhang Lingjie, Deputy General Director of the Qianhai Bonded Zone Development and Operation Company.

He noted that, according to practical calculations, TIR transport will reduce travel time by 75 percent compared to traditional rail transport, and reduce transportation costs by 75 percent compared to air transport.

"The launch of TIR transport is crucial for our company in expanding its position in the Central Asian and European markets, as well as increasing its overall market competitiveness," the Deputy General Director is convinced.

Let us recall that China joined the TIR Convention in July 2016. -0-

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The MES library now offers interactive applications and a game on financial literacy.

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Library Moscow Electronic School (MESh) has expanded its offerings with new educational materials for teachers and students. These include a "Stock Exchange" simulation game and interactive apps that will help children learn the basics of financial literacy. This was reported by the Moscow school's press service. Department of Education and Science.

"The materials cover topics such as personal finance management, investing, insurance, taxation, and fraud prevention. The content helps students develop basic knowledge, practical skills, and an informed, critical approach to financial decisions, taking into account their age and level of preparation," the department's press service noted.

Teachers have access to new, ready-to-use digital tools for conducting lessons, extracurricular activities, and project work, while students have a clear and visual way to master complex topics through games, practice, and simulations of real-life scenarios. Interactive applications are presented in the form of dialogues and resemble story-based quizzes.

During lessons, students are exposed to various financial situations. They choose possible actions, answer questions, and receive explanations through games. A separate section of the materials is devoted to analyzing common fraudulent schemes. This allows them to discuss potentially dangerous situations and appropriate behavior patterns with them.

Students in grades 9–11 have access to the teacher-led educational simulation game "Stock Market." Working in teams, students make financial decisions, explore investment instruments, analyze the consequences of their actions, and understand the role of education as a key factor in success. The game is suitable for both topic-based lessons and extracurricular activities.

The new content was created by a partner of the capital's education system—the Institute of Education at the National Research University Higher School of Economics. Two types of materials from this developer are currently available in the MES library: interactive applications and an educational simulation game. You can find them in the catalog using the search or filter by publisher. All materials are adapted to core educational programs and can be used in classroom scenarios and for independent study.

"Moscow Electronic School" is a joint project of the capital's Department of Education and Science AndDepartment of Information TechnologyIt launched in 2016. Today, the unified digital educational platform is used by over 1.2 million schoolchildren, over 1.8 million parents, and approximately 70,000 teachers. Among the main services of MES are a library of educational materials, an electronic diary and journal, Moskvenok, Student Portfolio, and Olympiads.

Over the past year, demand for the Horizons service at MES has grown by 20 percent.A service for ordering and managing school literature has been launched at MES.

Providing Moscow schoolchildren with modern digital services improves the efficiency of the educational process, helps young Muscovites manage their time wisely, 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 atspecial page.

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New Economic Growth Potential: China Promotes High-Quality Development of the “Silver Economy”

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Beijing, February 4 (Xinhua) — Population aging is a common challenge facing many countries around the world. China, a country with a population of over 1.4 billion, is currently actively implementing a national strategy to proactively address its aging population.

According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) of China, by the end of 2025, the country's elderly population aged 60 and over will reach 323 million, accounting for approximately 23 percent of the country's total population. The number of elderly people over 65 will reach 223 million (15.9 percent of the total population).

With the aging population deepening, the “silver economy,” which is based on meeting the growing and diverse needs of an aging population, is growing rapidly.

In early 2026, China launched new policies aimed at improving the well-being of the elderly and unlocking their consumption potential, aiming to turn the “silver economy” into a new driver of economic growth.

A document titled "Measures for Developing Elderly Care Businesses and Promoting the Development of the 'Silver Economy'" was released by the Ministry of Civil Affairs and other departments in January. According to industry experts, thanks to this policy support, the "silver economy" in China is moving forward toward high-quality development.

NEW POTENTIAL FOR DOMESTIC DEMAND

"Developing a silver economy is vital to addressing the challenges of an aging population and improving people's well-being. It also plays a key role in cultivating new drivers of economic growth and expanding domestic demand," said Li Banghua, Director of the Department of Elderly Care Services at the Ministry of Civil Affairs.

According to the State Information Center, the market size of China's "silver economy" reached 8.3 trillion yuan in 2024, and is expected to exceed 20 trillion yuan by 2030.

Currently, the "silver economy" in China is no longer associated solely with "wheelchairs," "nursing homes," "healthy food," and so on. As the consumer demand of the elderly becomes more diversified, intelligent, and high-quality, the content of the concept of the "silver economy" is also enriched.

Nankai University Professor Zhu Hui believes that the consumption patterns of the elderly are undergoing profound changes. Consumer preferences in this population group are gradually shifting from basic needs such as clothing, food, housing, and transportation to consumption based on quality and pleasure, which offers enormous potential.

Compared to those born in the 1940s and 1950s, the "new generation of seniors" born after the 1960s have significantly different consumer options, habits, and preferences. They place greater emphasis on health, tourism and leisure, home care, digital life, and other aspects of consumption. This is generating new demand and leading to the emergence of new industries.

According to statistics, as of June 2025, there were 161 million internet users aged 60 and over in China. This means that one in two seniors has access to a digital life. From scanning codes when shopping to scheduling doctor appointments, from video calls to expressing themselves, the internet has already become an integral part of everyday life for seniors in China.

A survey of 2,000 internet users aged 55 to 83 conducted by Beijing Normal University found that over 75 percent of respondents had experience creating short videos, and over 27 percent frequently posted short videos on social media. They primarily document their daily lives, share culinary skills, disseminate health knowledge, and showcase their talents.

"The Stuttering Father" is a blogger with over 5 million followers on social media. He retired in 2017 and now lives with his family in Dalian (Liaoning Province, Northeast China). To liven up his boring life as a retiree, he and his wife decided to make short videos. The first time he made a video, he stuttered slightly and was nervous in front of the camera. He never expected that this stuttering video would mark the beginning of his "new life." Now, he uses his camera to share humorous stories about everyday life in this coastal city with his entire family.

NEW TRENDS IN THE SUPPLY SPHERE

Faced with the huge size of the elderly population and their increasingly diverse service needs, it is necessary to find an answer to the question of how to further unlock the consumption potential of older people and create a consumption environment that is favorable for them.

The above-mentioned document sets out the need to optimize the supply of elderly care services and products aimed at creating favorable conditions for the elderly.

Li Qiang, an official at the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, stated that China will continue to promote the high-quality development of the elderly care industry, as well as the popularization and application of smart elderly care services. Key areas such as robots for elderly care and the promotion of humanoid robots will be emphasized.

As the population ages, robots have moved from science fiction to reality.

At a nursing home in Chengdu (the capital of Sichuan Province, southwest China), a humanoid robot called "Kuafu" helps elderly people stretch their bones and practice Tai Chi Chuan exercises. This robot can not only tell stories to the elderly but also interact with them, hold conversations, and act as a guide during family visits. At a rehabilitation center in Beijing's Fengtai District, several elderly people are testing out exoskeleton robots that help them walk. "I used to be unable to walk without assistance, but now I'm training with the robot and can walk independently for 10 minutes," said a man surnamed Zhang.

In addition to the consumer goods market, the tourism industry is also paying more attention to unlocking the potential of the “silver economy”.

The Silver Train is a tourist train designed primarily for senior travelers, meeting their specific needs. It is extremely popular among seniors. By 2024, 1,860 such trains had been launched in China, carrying over 1 million passengers.

On June 11, 2025, a "silver" tourist train carrying over 720 passengers departed from Dalian Railway Station, beginning a 20-day journey to Xinjiang. "Many tourist tours are too intense, and we return completely exhausted. The routes of these special tourist trains are very relaxed, with ample time allocated to each attraction. We can fully enjoy the trip and still have a good rest," said Wang Jian, a 55-year-old passenger from Dalian.

FOCUS ON THE HAPPINESS OF OLDER PEOPLE

The happiness of older people is crucial for society as a whole. High-quality development of the "silver economy" is inseparable from the participation and support of people of all ages.

As China's population aging accelerates, previously overlooked new types of consumer goods or services are becoming the new pillars of the burgeoning "silver economy."

For example, games and toys for the elderly – these educational games, once considered children's play, are quickly becoming a new hobby for the elderly.

Searches for "toys for the elderly" on Taobao, one of China's leading e-commerce platforms, grew by 124 percent year-on-year, while transaction volume increased by more than 70 percent. Consumers aged 55 and older now make up a growing share of shoppers, and their purchase frequency is increasing. As the market expands, more and more toy manufacturers across China are shifting their focus to meet the needs of older consumers.

The growing number of elderly people is a key driver of consumption and domestic demand, noted Yuan Xin, a professor at Nankai University. "We need to accelerate the high-quality development of the 'silver economy,' which involves the deep integration of new products, new business models, and new industries in the field of elderly care," he added.

During the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030), Chinese authorities will continue to comprehensively implement the national strategy to actively respond to population aging and strive to continuously enhance the sense of fulfillment, happiness, and security among the country's numerous elderly citizens, said Chinese Minister of Civil Affairs Lu Zhiyuan in an interview with Xinhua News Agency.

According to him, within the framework of this national strategy, China will accelerate the improvement of the system for providing services for a dignified old age, develop measures to support the high-quality development of the "silver economy", and optimize the environment for the development of the "silver economy".

The Chinese authorities will comprehensively promote the construction of a society focused on the needs of the elderly, make active efforts to build facilities aimed at creating a barrier-free environment and favorable conditions for the elderly, and provide high-quality services to the elderly, he concluded. -0-

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Two non-residential premises on Sirenevy Boulevard will be sold at city auction.

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The city put it up for auction two rooms for businesses in the Severnoye Izmailovo district of the Eastern Administrative Okrug (VAO). The flexible designation of the properties will allow auction winners to use them for a wide range of projects. This was announced by the head of the Moscow Department of Competition Policy. Kirill Purtov.

"Convenience and accessibility for customers are among the main advantages of commercial real estate on the ground floors of residential buildings. Two business premises, measuring 83.6 and 154.8 square meters, are currently available for sale at city auctions in the Severnoye Izmailovo district. The properties, located at 3 Sirenevy Boulevard, Building 5, are suitable for a consumer services center or a children's art studio. Bids will close on March 16, and the open auction will take place on March 25. Individuals and legal entities are welcome to participate," said Kirill Purtov.

The premises are unencumbered. The seller of the property is a capital city Department of City Property.

"Acquiring real estate in the east of the capital is primarily of interest to investors seeking the optimal balance between initial asset value and future growth. In the Eastern Administrative District, business properties are offered at lower prices than in the Central Administrative District, lowering the barrier to entry for those planning to lease out space or start their own business. Rapid growth in demand for real estate in this area makes investment particularly attractive. By the end of the fourth quarter of 2025, 17 non-residential properties were purchased at auction in the east of the capital, ranking fourth among all districts. In terms of area, the Eastern Administrative District ranks second. From September to December, investors acquired over 3,300 square meters of real estate here. Only the south of Moscow has more—over 4,200," she noted. Ekaterina Solovieva, Minister of the Moscow Government, head of the capital's Department of City Property.

To participate in the auctions, you will need to register on the electronic platform. Roseltorg and enhanced qualified electronic signature.

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 implementation.

An entrepreneur purchased premises in a historic building in the city center from the city under a right of first refusal.Thanks to a city program, an investor will open a private kindergarten in Vostochnoye Izmailovo.

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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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Good deeds with mos.ru: who and how is supported through the charity service

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Charity service The mos.ru portal helps caring people care for those in need. It brings together only verified non-profit organizations (NPOs) in the capital. They support people in difficult life situations, seriously ill children and adults, combat veterans, participants of the Special Military Forces, young scientists, young athletes, as well as homeless and wild animals.

All NGOs represented in the service are registered in the capital's registry of charitable organizations and regularly report on the use of their funds. They also share stories of their beneficiaries, telling not only about their difficult journeys but also about their successes and victories, both large and small. Every donor can view reports and examine the targeted expenditure figures, as well as get to know the beneficiaries of their chosen organization better.

As of today, 101 non-profit organizations have joined the service. Among them, for example, Peace in Every Home FoundationIt works with children who have suffered severe burns, providing them with expensive care and covering comprehensive non-surgical rehabilitation. The foundation also develops and distributes manuals and materials on first aid for thermal injuries.

Two years ago, the family of high school student Renata contacted the foundation. During a children's party, she suffered severe burns due to someone else's carelessness. The resulting scars caused her physical discomfort and impacted her quality of life. Renata was very distressed and withdrew from others.

The foundation helped her complete a full course of anti-scar treatment. Thanks to the efforts of doctors, nurses, and the support of users of the charity service on mos.ru, Renata's condition has significantly improved. The scars no longer cause discomfort, her skin has become softer, and the marks of the injury are less noticeable. She was able to confidently attend her high school graduation and celebrate with her friends. Renata is now 18 years old, studying to be a barista, and leads an active lifestyle.

They also help to change the quality of life and maintain health. Korablik FoundationFamilies raising children with rare and severe diseases turn to the foundation. Donations are used to cover research, rehabilitation equipment, medications, and air travel for young patients to the treatment center. The foundation also provides psychological support and counseling to parents.

One of the foundation's beneficiaries is 17-year-old Lolita. She dreamed of dancing, but a serious illness prevented her from doing so. Doctors diagnosed her with stage III idiopathic scoliosis and prescribed a special rigid Chenot brace. The foundation purchased it for Lolita with donations raised through the mos.ru service. Lolita has shown perseverance and strictly adheres to all instructions: she wears the brace 22 hours a day. Treatment is still ongoing, but it has already significantly reduced the angle of her spinal curvature. Thanks to this, Lolita has begun dancing, enjoys waltzing, and wears beautiful dresses.

IN Urban Animal Welfare Foundation For over 10 years, they've been rescuing homeless cats and dogs from hunger and disease and finding them loving homes. The organization runs its own "Cat Bureau"—a shelter where you can find a pet. Until recently, a cat named Cadiz lived there. Passersby picked him up on the street and contacted the foundation for help. The cat was in serious condition, presumably after falling from a window. Cadiz was examined and found to require a complex and expensive surgery followed by rehabilitation. The treatment cost over 200,000 rubles. These funds were raised thanks to donations from caring Muscovites made through the charitable service mos.ru. Five months later, Cadiz recovered and found a new home. Now the handsome tabby lives with a loving family.

It's very easy to do a good deed and support the wards of Moscow's NGOs using the mos.ru charity service. Just visit page and click on one of nine donation categories: children, animals, seniors, adults, combat veterans, families, people with disabilities, the environment, or science and education. Then select the program you want to support and donate a comfortable amount. Users also have the "Help All" option. In this case, the donation will be divided equally among all NGOs in one of the categories.

You can donate to non-profit organizations not only one-time but also on a regular basis by signing up for a subscription. To do this, log in to mos.ru and, after making your first transfer, click "Enable Autopayment." Then, specify the frequency and date of debits, as well as the amount and payment method.

In addition, mos.ru users can open it themselves collection To benefit one of the charity service's program categories, it only takes a couple of minutes to create. First, you need to indicate the occasion for which you're donating. The service offers several permanent options related to happy events in a person's life: weddings, birthdays, promotions, the birth of a child, and moving. A "Just Because" option is also available—a donation without being tied to a significant date or event. Next, you need to indicate the charity program you're donating to, determine the duration of the donation (from one to 30 days from the start), and select the visual design. After publishing, all you have to do is share the link with your friends and family on social media and messaging apps.

The mos.ru charity service was created five years ago. Its operation and strategic development are supported by Moscow's Department of Information Technology AndCommittee on Public Relations and Youth Policy with the support of the Public Chamber of Moscow.

In 2025, with the help of a charitable service, funds were transferred to support the wards of an NGO 100 million rublesDuring its operation, Muscovites donated over 283 million rubles to good causes.

The creation and operation of digital platforms for providing residents with public services in various sectors of the social sphere are in line with the objectives of the national project "Data Economy and Digital Transformation of the State"More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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Nearly seven thousand Muscovites received keys to apartments in new buildings under the renovation program in Kuzminki.

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Since December 2018, nearly seven thousand residents of the capital have become owners of apartments in new buildings in the Kuzminki district as part of the renovation program. This was reported by Ekaterina Solovieva, Minister of the Moscow Government, Head of the Department of City Property.

"The first notifications about the start of resettlement in the Kuzminki district were received by residents of Building 101, Block 2 on Volgogradsky Prospekt in December 2018. In just seven years, more than 8,700 Muscovites have received offers of equivalent apartments in new buildings, including approximately 7,000 who have already signed contracts for new housing. The remaining 1,700 program participants who have begun resettlement are in the process of completing their paperwork," said Ekaterina Solovyova.

In the Kuzminki district, the city has made 22 new buildings available to participants in the renovation program. The new apartments offer no less living space and number of rooms than those being vacated, and the total area is larger thanks to spacious kitchens, hallways, corridors, and bathrooms.

The residential complexes meet barrier-free accessibility criteria. Entrance areas and common areas are designed without steps or high thresholds. For the convenience of new residents, the ground floors of the new buildings will accommodate shops, services, and city organizations. These facilities will complement the district's social infrastructure and make residents' lives more comfortable.

"The 22 new buildings in Kuzminki, ready for occupancy, contain approximately 4,400 apartments. The total living space exceeds 250,000 square meters. Elevators have been installed in the entrance halls, along with rooms for concierges and storage areas for strollers and bicycles. The grounds around the residential complexes have been landscaped: trees and shrubs have been planted, lawns and flower beds have been created, and playgrounds and sports fields with safe surfaces have been installed," explained the Moscow Government Minister and Head of the Department of Urban Development Policy.

Vladislav Ovchinsky.

Earlier, the Mayor of Moscow said that inSavelovsky district The first residential complex under the renovation program was handed over for occupancy.

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.

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From Parable to Tragicomedy: Shalom Theatre's Performances at Mosbilet

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How do you preserve yourself when the world is trying to erase you? How do you find strength within yourself if you're "different"? And how do you talk about faith and tolerance after that?

Five performances Shalom Theatre— a confession, a monument, and a philosophical parable. They combine the pain of the past, the difficulties of the present, and the search for the future into a single, unbroken narrative, helping viewers find answers to the most difficult questions alongside the characters.

All performances take place on the large and small stages of the theatre on Novoslobodskaya Street.

"Train of Life": Humor as a Weapon Against Despair

Date: February 20

Age limit: 16

A story of survival among the inhabitants of a Jewish shtetl, told with bitter humor and passion.

What remains for a person who can be deprived of everything but imagination and will? In the summer of 1941, the residents of a shtetl, learning of the approaching Nazis, attempt the impossible: deport themselves by train to Palestine. "Train of Life" is a play about the strength of spirit that transforms despair into an act of freedom. It's a journey where the absurd becomes reality, and a saving irony helps one to endure.

Nathan the Wise: A Classic That Faces Modernity

Dates: March 8 and 9

Age limit: 18

Gotthold Ephraim Lessing's philosophical drama about the possibility of peace between religions (Judaism, Christianity, and Islam) is set in the present day—in a tire recycling workshop. It's an unexpected and relevant conversation: this reimagining of the classic shows that questions of religious tolerance, lies, and true humanity have no expiration date. The play touches on past conflicts to ask uncomfortable questions about the present.

"The Last Ones": When a rift runs through a family

Date: February 26

Age limit: 16

A play about the discord that arises within a single family during the first Russian Revolution, and how greater history invades the home and tears apart the strongest bonds—family ties. Oleg Lipovetsky's production of Maxim Gorky's play tells the story of a father who has lost his power and position, and his adult children struggling to escape his influence, as well as the choices that make insiders into strangers.

"An Ordinary Human Story": A Panorama of One Life

Date: February 15

Age limit: 16

At the center of "An Ordinary Human Story" is a hero who, five minutes before the end of his long earthly journey, sees the past flash before his eyes. All the beautiful and bitter moments come alive in his memory—from birth to his last love.

This is a meditative, lyrical performance-memory about a private, but no less valuable life, about the moments from which fate is formed and what ultimately turns out to be most important.

"Monya Tsatskes is the standard-bearer": remaining human in inhumane conditions

Dates: February 15 and March 15

Age limit: 16

With bitter irony and courage, writer Efraim Sevela tells the story of a young Lithuanian Jew who finds himself in the Soviet Army. Private Monet, who neither knew how nor wanted to fight, was destined to become a standard-bearer and serve throughout the war. This is a look at the catastrophe through the eyes of someone who passionately desired simply to live. The production offers viewers important themes for reflection—about how to remain oneself in the most unbearable conditions, about the thirst for life, and its price.

The play is a blend of street theater and storytelling. The acting, without the fourth wall, provokes direct contact with the audience.

You can buy tickets for these performances on the service Mosbilet.

A visit to the Shalom Theater can hardly be called entertainment in the literal sense of the word. Going there means agreeing to a difficult but necessary conversation—with history, with others, and ultimately, with oneself.

The plays don't offer ready-made answers, but they make us feel and think. They remind us that even in the darkest chapters of history, there's room for humanity, laughter, love, and dialogue. And this, perhaps, is the main way to prevent the world from erasing you—to remain human, no matter the circumstances.

Using the service MosbiletYou can buy tickets to any event at city cultural institutions without markup or commission, for yourself or as a gift. The service's capabilities are constantly expanding. Users with a full or standard mos.ru account don't need to enter personal information when purchasing a ticket. Furthermore, you don't need to bring a document to attend an event; simply show the ticket inspector your digital ticket's QR code. The service also offers personalized event curation.

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How MBM helps entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses

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Source: Moscow Government – Moscow Government –

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Moscow entrepreneurs and those planning to start their own businesses can take advantage of free educational support from the State Budgetary Institution "Small Business of Moscow" (MBM). By the end of 2025, the institution had provided over 145,000 educational services.

"Business today requires constant knowledge upgrading and skill development, and the city is building its business support system with this in mind. Moscow helps both those just considering starting their own business and existing entrepreneurs. Over the past three years, the number of educational services provided by MBM has increased 1.7-fold," she said.

Kristina Kostroma, head of the capital's Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovative Development.

In 2025, MBM began developing a comprehensive distance learning system for entrepreneurs and intends to continue developing it. It already includes courses aimed at starting and growing a business.

The course is particularly popular "Own Business: Start Now", designed for aspiring entrepreneurs with no experience. Over two months, participants learn how to create a turnkey business—from developing an idea to bringing a product or service to market. In 2025, more than 6,100 people completed the course.

One of those who completed the distance learning course was Maria Stroganova. She develops and implements integrated HR management systems, or individual components thereof, at industrial enterprises. During the course, Maria developed a roadmap for starting her own business, which she still follows. Thus, she managed to register as a sole proprietor, launch her website, assemble a team, and find her first client.

Courses created in collaboration with ANO Mosstrategia will help improve the efficiency of your existing business. One of them is a mini-course. "Own Business: A New Level" A program designed to explore the fundamentals of improving productivity. Participants learn to reduce costs and increase the efficiency of their businesses. In just 14 days, they can master proven optimization tools that have proven their effectiveness in hundreds of companies. In 2025, more than 350 people joined the course.

A two-month distance learning course opened in September 2025. "Your Business: A New Level of Defense" with personalized support. The program includes a business assessment, development of a roadmap for process optimization, and practical implementation of changes. Last year, 139 people registered for the course.

Svetlana Nikolaeva, a senior executive and commercial development manager at an engineering company, completed both courses. She specializes in the production of hydraulic lifts and automated parking systems. Despite 12 years of successful operation, the company needed modern management approaches for further development. Svetlana took the distance learning course "Own Business: Start Now," which helped her systematize her overall business vision, and then the program "Own Business: New Level PRO," where she received detailed tools for in-depth analysis and process optimization.

"We used to 'put out fires' by mobilizing all our resources. Now, the tools I learned in the course help me act proactively. They reveal not only bottlenecks but also areas for improvement where problems haven't yet arised. We've learned to measure timelines and identify real losses, mastered the built-in quality methodology, and are implementing it in our work," said Svetlana Nikolaeva.

At the end of 2025, MBM launched two thematic distance learning courses. The first, "AI Assistant for Entrepreneurs," is a 14-day course designed to help businesspeople integrate modern technologies into their work processes. Participants learn to reduce routine tasks, increase productivity using artificial intelligence (AI), master the key tools of Sber's free GigaChat AI assistant, formulate effective queries, and apply AI in marketing, analytics, sales, and strategic planning.

The second course, a mini-program called "Transition to VAT: Instructions for Use," was released in December 2025. It is designed for entrepreneurs using the simplified tax system. Starting in 2026, they will be required to pay value-added tax (VAT) when their income exceeds certain limits. This week-long course helps them understand the topic and avoid fines, audits, and unnecessary expenses. The program covers the basic principles of VAT calculation and common errors, the procedure for issuing and recording invoices, generating VAT returns, setting up cash registers, and the rules for drafting new contracts and renewing existing ones.

You can enroll in both courses and take them free of charge on the MBM portal. Additionally, users of mbm.mos.ru have access to self-improvement materials on the pages Online academiesThey are presented in various formats (text, video, and audio) in the following categories: "Programs and Courses," "Podcasts and Audio," "Webinars and Videos," and "Business Library." In 2025, the Online Academy received over 110,000 requests.

In addition to educational programs, MBM actively hosts business and thematic events for entrepreneurs, both aspiring and established. These events not only provide an opportunity to expand their knowledge base but also to connect with like-minded individuals and learn about available city business support measures. In 2025, 563 such events were organized, attended by over 28,000 people.

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 the Moscow Mayor's strategy for supporting Moscow entrepreneurship. More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

State Budgetary Institution "Small Business of Moscow", subordinate to the capital's Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovative Development, helps people start and grow their businesses in the city. At business service centers, everyone can learn about financial and non-financial government support measures.

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

You can also get advice on starting 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.

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