Purrs About Love: Week of October 20–26

The virus is approaching: how to prepare for flu season and prevent complications. Flu season is approaching — in most regions the peak in cases is expected in December–January. Medical professionals predict that the first cases will appear as early as the beginning of winter, and the virus will be most widespread by March. Experts urge people to prepare in advance for the epidemic season and remind them of the importance of vaccination. After a high-profile traffic accident in Nagorsk, the prosecutor's office revealed violations in the work of the traffic police. A drunk, unlicensed driver struck and killed an 18-year-old woman — the case has been sent to court. In Kirov Oblast, three fires and three traffic accidents occurred over the past 24 hours. Over the past 24 hours, the region's firefighters and rescuers were dispatched three times to extinguish fires and deal with the aftermath of road traffic accidents. Food production has increased in Kirov Oblast. Regional enterprises increased production of meat, dairy, and confectionery products. Employers in Kirov Oblast posted 19,000 vacancies during the quarter. Analysts at hh.ru reviewed the results of the third quarter of 2025 and identified which professions are most in demand in the Kirov Oblast today. Employers in the region posted more than 19,000 vacancies between July and September — ranging from blue-collar roles to office positions. Kirov Oblast has fallen in Russia's scientific and technological development ranking. Kirov Oblast ranked 37th in the annual ranking of Russian regions in terms of scientific and technological development, compiled by RIA Novosti experts.