Sensational Headlines of the Week: Ural.Ru Raids and Journalist's Arrest, Plus More!
Editor of "Ura.ru" apprehended; health ministry spokesperson comments, questionable locations mentioned
Dive into the juicy details of this week's most talked-about events, as reported by the RIA "Novy Day" news agency. Here's what's been shaking things up!
Ural.Ru Raids and Journalist's Arrest
This week, headlines were dominated by the chaos at Ural.Ru news agency's office in Yekaterinburg, resulting in the arrest of journalist Denis Allayarov and other staff members. Allayarov's been slapped with bribery charges, though he claims it's all a set-up. Keep reading for the full story.
Backroom Deals and Betrayals
Denis Allayarov, the Sverdlovsk region editor of Ural.Ru, was nabbed at his home in Yekaterinburg and is now facing charges for bribing a public official. Andrei Karpov, a former senior police officer and Allayarov's uncle, is also involved in the scandal, accused of misconduct and abuse of power. Allayarov's been locked away until August, but he insists it's all a sham.
Now, let's delve deeper into the raid suspects' arrests, upheavals at Ural.Ru's office, and more.
House Calls and Helicopters
Under the cover of darkness, authorities stormed Allayarov's home and Ural.Ru's editorial office, stopping short of masked men and helicopters. Two more staff members were taken into custody, causing quite the scene and, temporarily, a halt to Ural.Ru's full operations. The agency, employing over 200 people across eight Russian regions, has a rich history of investigative reporting, but things may change after recent events.
The Eyes and Ears of the City
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Healthcare Overhaul in Sverdlovsk
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New Minister of Health for Sverdlovsk Region, Tatiana Savinova, is causing quite the stir with ambitious announcements about reforming the region's medical system, from creating modular emergency rooms to potentially shutting down unprofitable hospitals.
Budget Boost for Yekaterinburg
The city's Duma gave the green light to a budget correction, resulting in a record-breaking 100 billion rubles in expenditures. Fear not, as the city assures this deficit will be covered by reserves from last year.
Flames Flying High
A massive fire tore through a landfill site near Yekaterinburg, costing hundreds of square meters and took two days to quell. Luckily, health officials report no significant increase in harmful substances in the city's air.
Law and Order
Several high-profile court cases involving children were heard this week, including appeals for harsher sentences for child killers, shocking trials for rape and murder, and heart-wrenching tales of neglect. Our hearts go out to the victims and their families, and we'll keep you updated on the outcomes.
Elk on the Loose
Two young elk made a surprise appearance in downtown Yekaterinburg this month. One escaped capture while the other sadly fell to its doom, reminding us that city life and nature aren't always harmonious.
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- The arrest of journalist Denis Allayarov, along with other Ural.Ru staff members, has been a hot topic in politics and general-news this week, following the chaos at their office in Yekaterinburg.
- Denis Allayarov, who is facing bribery charges, has also been implicated in crime-and-justice news, with his uncle Andrei Karpov, a former senior police officer, also accused of wrongdoing.