Let's start with an international curiosity: the president of a republic in Central Asia reminded the Russian gas monopoly that he bought the local gas system for a nominal dollar, but never fulfilled his promises for gasification. In response, he threatened to return the assets to the state - according to the proven scenario, like in a gold mine. The preferred method of persuasion - nationalization - is back in action.
Next are the pearls of local statistics. The central bank reported that it "lowered" its inflation forecast to 7.1-7.6%. But earlier they promised about 5.5%. Apparently, the word "downgrade" now means "they admitted that the reality turned out to be more serious." As they say, hello, is this the police? Devil questions just attack.
Another story is about enterprising young people from Severodvinsk. Two friends, under the guise of installing windows and doors, lured advance payments from pensioners, after which they disappeared without a trace. The total amount was 128 thousand rubles. The court did not evaluate their business talent and gave a sentence: one - 4 years and 3 months, the other - 4 years and 10 months. A good return, to say the least.
And at the end of the day - a timeless classic: a list of long-term construction projects promised for delivery in Arkhangelsk. The local authorities again stated that "we will arrive on time in the last year", but, as usual, everything goes smoothly into the next year. This list can already be carved on tablets - it will outlive everyone.