The pontoon-ice bridge between the Chinese county of Lobei and the Russian village of Amurzet has officially opened for traffic.

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Beijing, December 25 (Xinhua) — The ice-protected pontoon bridge between Lobei County (Heilongjiang Province, northeast China) and Amurzet Village (Jewish Autonomous Region, Russia) across the Heilongjiang River officially opened to traffic on Wednesday. This is the earliest opening of this border crossing in five years, marking the full start of passenger and cargo traffic through Lobei this winter.

The official website of the Zhongguo Xinwenshe News Agency reports that this crossing utilizes a unique "build in winter, dismantle in spring" operating model. It is built annually after summer shipping is suspended and the river freezes in early December, and dismantled before the river opens in early April of the following year. Over the past two years, the average operating time for this canal has been over 100 days, and the total length of the canal, constructed this year using 34 pontoons, is approximately 900 meters, ensuring seamless customs clearance at the Luobei Port during the winter.

The opening of this ice-strengthening pontoon bridge to traffic has provided a reliable winter logistics guarantee for enterprises and business entities in China and Russia, becoming an important channel for trade and economic exchanges between the two countries during the river's freezing period, according to a report on the Zhongguo Xinwenshe website.

The Lobei checkpoint is located in the northern part of Heilongjiang Province and borders the Russian village of Amurzet, the administrative center of the Oktyabrsky District of the Jewish Autonomous Region. -0-

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North Korea tests new type of anti-aircraft missiles – KCNA

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Pyongyang, December 25 (Xinhua) — North Korea test-fired a new type of long-range anti-aircraft missile in the Sea of Japan on Wednesday, the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported on Thursday.

The tests were observed by Kim Jong-un, General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) and Chairman of State Affairs of the DPRK, the statement said.

This is the first test launch conducted to evaluate the tactical and technical characteristics of the new anti-aircraft missile, the agency reported, adding that the launched missiles “accurately hit the simulated targets.”

The tests are part of the planned work of the DPRK's General Directorate of Rocket Production and its subordinate research institutes to develop air defense systems, aimed at the technical optimization of the country's air defense systems, KCNA reports. -0-

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On December 25, 2025, Alexander Zharov congratulated Sergei Piskarev on his birthday.

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"You are a recognized expert in the media and advertising communications market. Your talent, extensive professional experience, and authority help shape the image of our country's advertising industry. As President of AKAR, you contribute to the industry's rapid development and its resilience during periods of turbulence. Let me wish you good health, boundless energy, and the realization of your boldest ideas and plans!" Alexander Zharov, CEO of Gazprom-Media Holding

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On December 24, 2025, Vladimir Putin presented Tina Kandelaki with the Order of Alexander Nevsky.

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The awards ceremony took place today in the Kremlin's Catherine Hall. The Deputy General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding was recognized for his contribution to the development of media and his many years of productive work.

After the ceremony, the head of state spoke with the awardees in an informal setting.

The Order of Alexander Nevsky is one of Russia's most significant state awards, awarded for outstanding contributions to strengthening the state and developing the economy, science, culture, and public life.

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December 24, 2025: One-Click Monetization: How to Make Money with Rutube Advertising

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"Bloggers who don't post their content on RUTUBE lose hundreds of thousands, and large ones lose millions of rubles, which they could earn by clicking just one button. RUTUBE creates the most favorable conditions for authors; we don't demand exclusives and help our users earn money: we track trends for them, attract major advertisers, and constantly improve the service." Egor Velikoglo, Director of Authored Content, RUTUBE

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December 24, 2025 Beyond Hollywood: Viewers Seek Meaning in National Values

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The cultural reference points of Hollywood films are no longer perceived as an absolute standard. Audiences expect stories that resonate with their national mentality, traditions, and notions of family, morality, and social responsibility.

The demand for cultural multipolarity is already a global trend. This is providing impetus for the development of international cooperation. The most promising countries are China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey. Several factors play a role here: audience size and growth, government support for creative industries, shared values, and the demand for alternative content to Western culture. The CIS countries are also under focus.

"We understand that entering the global market isn't always straightforward. Often, the most promising growth opportunities arise at the intersection of industries, where film, music, digital technologies, event formats, and new ways of reaching young people intersect. We recognize this potential and translate it into concrete partnership projects."

Boris Khanchalyan, Deputy General Director of Gazprom-Media Holding

This involves the potential export of not just content, but turnkey solutions: successful media formats, expertise in building and monetizing services.

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More than 2,400 buildings were overhauled in Moscow in 2025.

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Specialists urban economy complex More than 2,400 apartment buildings were renovated in 2025. The work was carried out as part of the capital repairs program, reported the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Housing, Utilities, and Urban Development. Petr Biryukov.

"The Moscow Capital Repairs Program is one of the largest housing modernization projects not only in Russia but also in the world. It covers approximately 30,000 buildings with a total floor area of over 300 million square meters. Since 2015, more than 16,000 apartment buildings have been renovated, with over 2,400 completed this year alone," noted Pyotr Biryukov.

The program includes renovations to facades, utility systems, elevators, roofs, entrance halls, and entryways. A work plan for each building is developed taking into account the service life of various systems and their technical condition. During winter, specialists can repair electrical and gas systems, sewer systems, fire alarms, as well as basements, garbage chutes, and entrance halls. These works are not dependent on air temperature and do not affect heating operation. Renovation of facades and flat roofs will resume once temperatures return to above zero.

The head of the city's utilities department reminded that elevator operation is under special scrutiny. Specialists strictly monitor compliance with routine inspection and maintenance schedules, as this equipment is considered highly hazardous. Since 2018, elevators in buildings operated by the regional operator have been replaced strictly in the year their 25-year service life expires.

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Sergei Sobyanin congratulated the SVARZ team on the plant's 120th anniversary.

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The Sokolnichesky Railcar Repair and Construction Plant (SVARZ) celebrated its 120th anniversary. Sergei Sobyanin congratulated the plant's employees on his channel. MAX messenger.

"The history of production began in 1905 with the opening of the Sokolniki tram repair and maintenance workshops. They soon became Moscow's largest industrial enterprise," wrote the Moscow Mayor.

Source: Sergei Sobyanin's Messenger channel MAX

During the Great Patriotic War, the plant produced components for the front. Workers delivered supplies to the front lines, evacuated the wounded, and maintained communications between front-line units and the rear.

Today, SVARZ is the country's leader in the production of environmentally friendly urban transport. Since 2021, a production facility has been operating on its premises. assembly of electric busesKAMAZ PJSC. This year alone, they prepared, retrofitted, and assembled over 400 innovative vehicles.

In addition, the plant produces ultra-fast charging stations for electric buses and modern bus stops.

Sergei Sobyanin congratulated the plant's staff on its anniversary and wished them continued success and development.

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Large families can visit skating rinks in Moscow parks for free using the My ID app.

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Children from large families and their parents can visit more than 15 skating rinks in city parks for free or at a discount using the "My ID" app. In the capital Department of Information Technology They explained that this opportunity is available thanks to a digital ID card for large families. It can be easily presented at the checkout from the app to confirm your privileged status.

"One of the most popular leisure activities in winter and during the New Year holidays is ice skating. Parents and children from large families in Moscow can visit skating rinks in parks for free or at a discount and enjoy a great time with their loved ones. To take advantage of this discount, simply show the QR code of your digital ID for a large family in the "My ID" app to a skating rink employee," explained the Moscow Department of Information Technology.

For example, you can take advantage of the discount by showing the QR code of your digital ID or presenting a document confirming your discount at the skating rink in Bauman Garden, where free sessions are available daily for all members of a large family. Additionally, children from such a family and one parent can skate free of charge at the "Led" skating rink in Sokolniki Park any day.

At two Moscow skating rinks—in Kuzminki Park and Yuri Luzhkov Park—children aged three to 12 can skate for free, while family members aged 12 and over can purchase tickets at a reduced price.

Discounted sessions are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Ldinka skating rink and the Northern Lights hockey rink in the Mitino Landscape Park, as well as at the skating rinks in Tagansky Park (except holidays) and on Tsarskaya Embankment at the Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve.

On Mondays, large families can skate for free at various skating rinks. This is available at Gorky Park until 3:30 PM, and all day at 50th Anniversary of October Park. Large families also receive a discounted ticket price of 330 rubles per visitor at the Usadebny and LifeRink skating rinks in the Vorontsovo Estate.

Large families can also receive discounts on tickets to certain skating rinks upon presentation of a digital ID. For example, a 50% discount is available at the skating rink in Khodynskoye Pole Park. Additionally, discounted tickets are available for the skating rink in Krasnaya Presnya Park and the Ogonyok skating rink at the Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve.

Digital ID for a large family

A digital ID for a large family is available in your personal account on the mos.ru portal and in the "My ID" app. It contains the QR code, information about all family members, and the validity period of your status. This electronic document is equivalent to a paper one and can be used to confirm eligibility for benefits at city institutions, such as museums and theaters.

To use your digital ID with "My ID," download the app and log in using your mos.ru (Mos ID) account. Next, go to the "Document Management" section (the button is located in the upper right corner of the screen) and activate your digital ID for a large family.

Features of the My ID mobile app

Residents of the capital use the app My ID To obtain certain city services, confirm benefits, fill out applications, and much more. Thanks to this system, Muscovites always have access to personal information and documents of their children, including passports, taxpayer identification numbers (TIN), individual insurance account numbers (SNILS), and others. Digital versions of some documents are available as QR codes and barcodes, which can be used within the city.

For example, using a library card barcode, you can borrow and return books from libraries, as well as track the status of publications ordered through the service. Libraries of MoscowThe Muscovite Card's QR code allows you to receive discounts on goods and services from loyalty program partners, such as pharmacies, supermarkets, bookstores, cafes, and cultural and leisure facilities (valid at partners that accept the Muscovite Card's QR code). To make an appointment with a doctor at a clinic's information kiosk, simply scan the QR code from your compulsory medical insurance policy (OMS).

In total, the app offers over 20 documents and services. You can download it from the special project page. Mobile Applications and Services.

Any registered user of the mos.ru portal can use the app. Simply log in with your Mos ID account. You can select the documents you plan to use in the settings. Information entered in the mos.ru personal account or provided when receiving government services will automatically appear in the app.

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

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Mosvolonter invites you to a free New Year's photo shoot

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On the eve of the New Year, the resource center Mosvolonter invites everyone to become heroes of the free professional photo session Against the backdrop of a festively decorated building on Leningradsky Prospekt (Building 5, Block 1). The event will take place on December 27 from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM. No pre-registration is required; you can bring your family, friends, colleagues, and even your pets.

"Winter in Moscow is a time of miracles, warm gatherings, and vivid memories that we want to share. Mosvolonter will offer residents and visitors the opportunity to participate in a unique New Year's photo shoot and capture those special moments against the backdrop of the resource center building, framed by fir branches, red baubles, and garlands. This is a wonderful opportunity to take home a piece of the incredible festive spirit that reigns in the city," noted Alexander Levit, Director of the Mosvolonter Resource Center.

The resource center building has been transformed. It looks like a giant Christmas present: the walls are decorated with fir branches and red baubles. Lighting garlands complete the arrangement. The side of the building is decorated with a curtain of large scarlet beads, interspersed with bows.

The processed photographs will be published on the same day on the Mosvolonter resource center's social media page. VKontaktePhotos are free to download, share with your loved ones, and add to your profile. Media volunteers will also be filming behind-the-scenes footage of the New Year's photo shoot.

In addition, until February 28, a promotion is taking place at the Winter in Moscow project sites. Winter in FocusOn Saturdays and Sundays from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, media volunteers take photos of Muscovites at Revolution Square and at 8 Tverskaya Street, Building 1, Bldg. 5. The city assistants are wearing purple jackets with white prints and hats with the Matryoshka doll logo. Photos are uploaded to the "Winter in Focus" folder on the Mosvolonter Resource Center's social media page. VKontakte.

You can find out more about the capital's volunteers atwebsite resource center, official page on the social network VKontakte and in Telegram channel.

Winter in Moscow— the main event of the season. The project aims to strengthen social and family ties, create an atmosphere of unity and mutual support, and assist 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.

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

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