HSE Rector Yaroslav Kuzminov steps down

The rector of the Higher School of Economics, Yaroslav Kuzminov, has left his post, reports RIA Novosti.

The university press service explained that he will become a scientific adviser.

Kuzminov is 64 years old. He was Rector HSE for 28 years. Kuzminov was also one of the authors of the 1997 educational reform, participated in the work on the “ Strategy-2020 '' and a number of other reforms of the economy and the public administration system.

HSE was founded in 1992. Then Kuzminov became the youngest director of a federal university in Russia.

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FSB prevented terrorist attacks in Moscow and Astrakhan region

FSB agents prevented terrorist attacks in Moscow and the Astrakhan region, they were prepared by members of the terrorist organization Islamic State banned in Russia, TASS reports.

As specified in the PR Center, two Russians planned a simultaneous attack on the inhabitants of these areas with the use of firearms and bladed weapons in overcrowded places.

It should be noted that during the arrest, one of the perpetrators from the Astrakhan region put up armed resistance, which resulted in him being defeated. be eliminated. The second member of the cell was detained in the capital. During the special operation, law enforcement and civilians were not injured.

In the places of residence of the criminals, officers found automatic firearms and ammunition, an F-1 grenade, as well as extremist religious literature. Criminal cases have been opened on participation in the activities of a terrorist group.

Previously, FSB agents managed to arrest the head of the Tatarstan division of Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami; (terrorist organization, banned in the Russian Federation).

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Umbrella of “special services”. In Sochi, a con artist grabbed a beach and took money from tourists

The scammer from Sochi was running an illegal business under the guise of a fake “ roof '' in special services. He took over the beach, where he rented lounge chairs and umbrellas to tourists. Acting Federal Territory Chief Sirius shared this story on social media Andrey Stolyarov .

“ People are nice and not very good, well that's really enough playing, and … aren't you fed up? .. there were strawberries on the sidewalks , there was chacha in the trunk (and there are still places, unfortunately), cabins There was kvass at the crossroads, but while the self-seizure of the whole beach, it didn't ; was not the case in my time! But, as they say, don't give up & raquo;, & mdash; Andrey Stolyarov began his Instagram post ironically.

According to him, a certain 'uncle' in fact appropriated a secluded coastal area with clear waters in the Federal Territory of Sirius, where he set up lounge chairs, umbrellas and bungalows. All this, the scammer rented to vacationers & mdash; and, apparently, he brought a good income. From the text it is understandable that the future businessman dared all the controllers with unnecessary questions, telling them about his 'roof' ''. in a special service. Like, it's' so secretive and scary you can't even say it out loud! & # 39; & # 39 ;.

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Up at some point, these explanations even worked. But, as Stolyarov concluded, the cover turned out to be 'mythical', and the secret was revealed. Police officers shut down a profitable business and the man will be held to account – he faces a criminal case under the 'Fraud. & # 39; & # 39;

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More than 200 websites selling certificates and diplomas blocked in Russia

Roskomnadzor since the beginning of the year, at the request of the general prosecutor's office, has blocked 226 websites selling medical documents, including certificates of vaccination against the coronavirus, as well as diplomas, certificates and passports.

As explained in the Attorney General's office, when identifying sites through which documents drafted in violation of the laws are sold, decisions are made to restrict access to them .

According to the department, the greatest public danger is represented by sites selling medical certificates and opinions, including certificates of no contraindications to driving a vehicle , possession of weapons, absence of dangerous diseases such as tuberculosis, as well as passports and coronavirus vaccination certificates.

Resources positioned as official online services have also been identified allowing you to generate QR codes to visit public places by circumventing established restrictions. These sites use elements similar to the symbols of the official “ State Services '' sites. and mos.ru. & nbsp;

The attorney general's office said work to identify such sites will continue.

Previously, it had been reported that the Moscow police had stopped the sale of a certificate of contraindications to vaccination.

Similar crimes were opened in Yekaterinburg.

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Scientists named the first symptoms of the coronavirus in people of different ages

According to The BMJ magazine, scientists from University College London have published symptoms of coronavirus at an early stage of infection among different age groups.

According to their data, at the age of 5-17 years one of The main symptom of COVID-19 is headache, for people aged 18 to 54 years – muscle pain. Chills are characteristic of all ages. Some of the most common symptoms are cough, fatigue, loss of smell and taste.

Previously, scientists created a mask that recognizes infection with the coronavirus. Diagnosis time takes approximately 90 minutes, results are displayed inside the mask, ensuring confidentiality. & Nbsp; In this case, the sensor can be sewn not only in the mask, but also in the clothes. It can also be configured to detect other viruses. These sensors can help protect ambulances, medical personnel, and the military.

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Forecasters predicted drought in central Russia and Moscow in July

Senior employee of the Phobos Meteorological Center Evgeny Tishkovets warned residents of central Russia and Moscow of the coming drought in July, which occurs once every ten years, reports RIA Novosti.

“ The second month of summer, which is the wettest of the year, will be marked by a drought which, in terms of climate over the last half century, on average, does not occur more than once every 9-10 years', & ndash; the expert said.

According to the weather forecast, the region will receive no more than 20-30% of the monthly precipitation in July, while the northwest of the country could remain without rain for a month.

According to the expert, this situation was last observed in 2014, when a total of 4 millimeters of precipitation fell at a rate of 94 millimeters.

Meanwhile, the number of clear days next month will be 2-3 times higher than the mid-summer average. The temperature will, on average, be 0.5 to 1 degree higher than the long-term values ​​of meteorological statistics. in the capital.

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How to stop Internet crooks?

Weekly “Arguments and Facts” № 26. Virus Terminator. How many more times will he come back? 06/30/2021 Expert response 0 + –

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“ And if we stay seated, this problem will become a threat not only to society, but also to the whole state, which following the general vector of global development, is heading towards the & nbsp; digital environment & # 39 ;, & nbsp; & ndash; of course TV presenter Timofey Bazhenov . On the site of the headquarters of public support & shy; ki of the United Russia party he organized a round table with & nbsp; involving old & shy; perts of & nbsp; Ministry of the Interior and & nbsp; All-Russian Popular Front. The topic of the expert discussion was the discussion of & shy; cyber & shy; & shy; press & shy; stupidity.

Timofey Bazhenov believes that the problem can be solved at the legislative level. For & nbsp; to do this, it is necessary to make adjustments to the & nbsp; Penal Code and & nbsp; recognize crimes against socially unprotected layers as an aggravating circumstance.

He cited statistics from the Central Bank of Russia. Press & shy; stupid people steal people's accounts up to 10 & nbsp; billion rubles. in & nbsp; year. With & nbsp; over time the situation only gets worse. It is sad and & nbsp; the fact that the most vulnerable to the actions of cyber crooks are retirees. & Nbsp; this category represents 27% of cyber fraud cases, 20% of victims & nbsp; & ndash; 50 people & ndash; 59 & nbsp; years.

“ The arsenal of technical means of criminals and the methods they use is constantly updated. And & nbsp; the elderly with & nbsp; relate to & nbsp; calls from familiar short numbers, as they don't know that even numbers from the biggest banks can be spoofed with & nbsp; using IP telephony, & nbsp; & ndash; told to the & nbsp; “ round table '' Sergey Klindukhov, Deputy Head of the 6th Department of the Department of Criminal Investigations of the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Interior of the Russian Federation for Moscow . And & nbsp; explained that the crooks use a number spoofing service provided by ISPs.

& laquo; And the protection of socially unprotected segments of the population & nbsp; & ndash; it is not only the issue of restoring the stolen savings, but also the issue of preserving the health of the victims. Therefore, computer fraud and shy in & nbsp; with regard to retirees, people with disabilities and & nbsp; orphans in & nbsp; should first become a serious crime, & nbsp; & ndash; expressed his position & timid T. & nbsp; Bajenov.

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Lavrov: Russia highly appreciates Turkey's position on S-400

Russia highly appreciates Turkey's position on the development of military-technical cooperation and the use of the S-400 air defense system. This is what Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said, RIA Novosti reports.

According to the minister, Ankara will use the first Russian air defense systems regiment to ensure its defense capacity.

Earlier, said Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who briefed the United States on Ankara's position on the purchase of Russian S-400s. The United States & nbsp; have repeatedly noted that & nbsp; the purchase by the Turkish authorities of Russia's air defense system is unacceptable. & Nbsp; For this reason, in April, Washington & nbsp; decided to exclude & nbsp; of the F-35 fighter production program.

In turn, Ankara & nbsp; said it would not refuse to supply Russian anti-aircraft systems.

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Roskomnadzor restricted access to Sobchak's interview with Makarevich

Roskomnadzor entered an interview posted on YouTube between Ksenia Sobchak and musician Andrei Makarevich in the register of prohibited information due to anti-drug propaganda, reports RIA Novosti, citing the press service of the department.

Earlier, Sobchak on his Telegram channel said that his 2019 interview with Makarevich “ About letters to Putin, Machines' charges' ' and LSD ' blocked in the Russian Federation.

Roskomnadzor explained that access to the video was limited at the request of the Ministry of Interior of the Russian Federation, as the video contains drug propaganda . They clarified that the link to the material was entered in the Unified Register of Prohibited Information.

The ministry recalled the sanction foreseen for violation of the procedure for the removal of prohibited material related to propaganda in matters of drug. Citizens are liable to an administrative fine of 100,000-200,000 rubles, legal persons – from three to eight million rubles.

Previously it was reported that the court had not started considering the case against Dud drug propaganda. & Nbsp; By court order, the report relating to an administrative offense was returned to the police.

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How will Russian universities contribute to the fight against the coronavirus?

Weekly “Arguments and Facts” № 26. Virus Terminator. How many more times will he come back? 06/30/2021

Agreement on the & nbsp; strategic cooperation, which was signed by the RCTU and & nbsp; Research center named after Gamaleya, will become a milestone in the & nbsp; work for & nbsp; ensure the safety of Russia's medicines, reduce its dependence on foreign pharmaceutical substances & shy. “ For this we have to use all production facilities, including the laboratories of Russian universities '', & nbsp; & ndash; confident rector of the Russian University of Chemical Technology. Mendeleeva Alexander Mazhuga.

“ We are pushing back the impact of the coronavirus. Vaccine development & nbsp; & ndash; a real victory. However, to be ready for new challenges it is necessary to develop scientific potential, energetic young professionals are needed. It inspires the hope that they have & nbsp; we have & raquo ;, & nbsp; & ndash; noted the director of the Center for Research in Epidemiology and & nbsp; microbiology named after & nbsp; Gamaleya Alexander Gintsburg.

The rector of the RCTU added that pharmaceutical products have entered the & nbsp; number of priority areas of state work. And & nbsp; reminded that from here & nbsp; 2024 in & nbsp; Russia is expected to supply 65% ​​of production for & nbsp; full cycle of strategically important drugs.

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