A major fire erupted in Dubai’s Tiger Tower, one of the city’s tallest skyscrapers, engulfing multiple floors and requiring a six-hour firefighting effort. The blaze, which began on the 67th floor of the 280-meter-high building, prompted the evacuation of approximately 4,000 residents from 74 apartments. Fortunately, no casualties were reported. The skyscraper was seen with a “fiery elevator” forming above it with thick smoke which engulfed the building.

Meanwhile, the potential return of Western brands to the Russian market is under consideration, with a focus on safeguarding domestic business interests. First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov emphasized that any decision will prioritize the development and position of Russian manufacturers, especially in sectors where they have already filled the void left by foreign companies.

In other news, 88 Russian citizens were evacuated from Iran due to the ongoing situation, crossing the border into Azerbaijan. The evacuation was facilitated by the Russian Embassies in both Iran and Azerbaijan. Among those evacuated was actor Nikita Kologrivy, with the first group scheduled to return to Moscow soon.

In the realm of personal finance, experts have revealed that a monthly pre-tax salary of 230,000 rubles is needed to accrue the maximum number of pension points annually in Russia. Anatoly Nikitin, deputy of the Moscow Regional Duma, explained that while income increases beyond this level won’t yield additional points, individuals can further enhance their retirement savings through non-state pension funds, voluntary insurance, or delaying retirement.

In Yekaterinburg, a lyceum graduate, Vlada Sutyagina, achieved a perfect score on the Unified State Exam in chemistry after dedicating two months to preparation. She also won the “Bolshaya Peremena” competition in 2024 and earned one million rubles. Sutyagina, who developed an interest in chemistry in elementary school, plans to attend a prestigious Moscow university.

Additionally, the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs has cautioned citizens to remain vigilant against phishing schemes, particularly in online shopping and investment sectors. These areas account for a significant portion of fraudulent online activity, along with sites offering intimate services and fake deals on tickets and rental housing.