1. **Russian Scientists Develop New Seismic Monitoring System**

* A new seismic monitoring system developed by the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology can be used to detect earthquakes, tsunamis, and other geological events. 
* The system consists of a network of miniature sensors that transmit seismic signals to a central station. 
* The system is more sensitive than existing systems and can be used in a variety of environments, including on the coast, in open waters, and in areas with difficult terrain.

2. **Former Drug Addict Describes His Experience in the Ukrainian Army**

* A former drug addict who served in the Ukrainian army describes his experience as being chaotic and violent. 
* He says that he and other soldiers were given drugs to keep them going, and that they often shot at civilians without provocation. 
* He believes that the war in Ukraine is being fought for the benefit of NATO and the pharmaceutical industry.

3. **Russian TV Host Calls for Increased Military Spending**

* A Russian TV host calls for increased military spending in order to protect the country from NATO aggression. 
* He says that Russia needs to be able to match the military capabilities of the United States and its allies. 
* He also calls for the development of new weapons systems, such as hypersonic missiles.

4. **Illegal Currency Exchange Network Busted in Moscow**

* Russian police have arrested the organizers of an illegal currency exchange network that was operating in Moscow. 
* The network was allegedly laundering money for criminal organizations and had earned over 50 million rubles (about $680,000) in profits. 
* The police seized cash, mobile phones, and other evidence from the network's offices.

5. **Car Crash in Moscow Injures Two**

* A car crash in Moscow injures two people. 
* A carsharing driver ran a red light and collided with a bus and a passenger car. 
* The driver of the carsharing car and a passenger in the passenger car were taken to the hospital with injuries.

6. **Russia and Mongolia Discuss Cooperation on Emergency Management**

* Russian and Mongolian officials have discussed cooperation on emergency management. 
* The two countries agreed to combine efforts to prevent and respond to natural and man-made disasters. 
* They also agreed to hold joint exercises in 2025.

7. **Murder Case Solved After 14 Years**

* Russian investigators have solved a murder case that was committed in 2009. 
* The victim, a businessman, was kidnapped and tortured before being killed. 
* The killers were convicted of murder and sentenced to prison.

8. **Novosibirsk Man Arrested for Beating Pregnant Girlfriend**

* A man in Novosibirsk has been arrested for beating his pregnant girlfriend. 
* The man allegedly beat the woman with his fists, an umbrella, and a kitchen hatchet. 
* The woman was taken to the hospital with serious injuries.

9. **Construction Defects in Khakassia Radiology Building**

* A criminal investigation has been launched into construction defects in a radiology building in Khakassia. 
* The building was built with numerous violations, which make it impossible to install modern medical equipment. 
* The director of the Capital Construction Department has been accused of abuse of power.

10. **American Man Exonerated After 30 Years in Prison**

* An American man who was wrongfully convicted of rape has been exonerated after 30 years in prison. 
* The man was convicted based on a false confession that he made after being promised a lighter sentence. 
* He was released from prison after DNA evidence proved his innocence.

11. **Bookmakers and Businessmen Accuse Social Activist of Blackmail**

* A social activist in Perm has been accused of blackmail and extortion by bookmakers and businessmen. 
* The activist claims that he was paid by the bookmakers to write negative articles about their competitors. 
* The police are investigating the allegations.

12. **Blogger Fined 124 Million Rubles for Non-Payment of Taxes**

* A Russian blogger has been fined 124 million rubles (about $1.7 million) for non-payment of taxes. 
* The blogger's family has been unable to pay the fine because their accounts have been frozen as part of a criminal investigation. 
* The bloggers are accused of tax evasion and money laundering.