A Short History of St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg locals are fiercely proud of the city and it’s easy to see why. Known as the ‘Venice of the North’, it is brimming with history and culture.
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9 of St. Petersburg’s Souvenir Highlights
This former capital is abundant with kitschy memorabilia of its former glory, beautiful porcelain worthy of a tsar and trendy fashion items.
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St. Peterburg’s Summer Festivals
No matter what kind of music you like — Russian Rock, American indie, classical, or jazz — this summer you can enjoy the city’s endless summer nights to the beat of your favorite genre.
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10 of Moscow’s Souvenir Highlights
Find the greatest variety and quality of traditional Russian handcrafts and knickknacks in Russia’s historical center.
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A Short History of Sochi
Sochi has long been the domestic holiday spot of choice for Russians, and with its breathtaking scenery you’ll soon see why.
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Moscow’s Summer Festivals
5 festivals you should check out if you’re planning to stay in Moscow a little longer and explore the city further.
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Your Primer On Tatar Culture
Tatarstan’s culture has always been at the crossroads of civilizations.
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Inside Stalin’s Sochi Villa
Don’t miss stalin’s holiday villa in sochi, whose star began to rise back in soviet times.
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TSUM: The Highlight of Moscow Shopping
TSUM Department Store, located in the heart of Moscow next to the Bolshoi Theatre, is the only high-end department store in Russia that meets luxury shopping standards.
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6 of Yekaterinburg’s Hidden Treasures
Here are some hidden treasures that only the locals know about.
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6 of Yekaterinburg’s Best Sports Bars
Looking for somewhere to watch the match while you’re in the city?
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A Short History of Yekaterinburg
Yekaterinburg has a fascinating history and plenty to keep curious visitors occupied.
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6 Hidden Treasures in Yekaterinburg
Here are some hidden treasures that only the locals know about.
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The 6 Best Sports Bars in Yekaterinburg
Looking for somewhere to watch the match while you’re in the city?
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The Death of House Romanov: Yekaterinburg’s Grisly Legacy
The execution of the Russian imperial family
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5 of Moscow’s Hidden Treasures
Step into a time machine and see how Moscow’s evolved since the 14th century.
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Moscow’s Summer Cultural Agenda
Don’t worry about getting bored between matches: from Die Antwood to Anna Karenina, you’ll find something for every mood.
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The Long Legal Path to Bringing Russia to Justice Over MH17 (Op-ed)
Don’t expect a confession from Moscow.
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Catch Italian Photographers at the Moscow Photobiennale 2018
Lovers of photography should not miss these exhibitions of Italian photographers in Moscow.
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Russia’s Islamic State Women and Children Should Be Returned Home (Op-ed)
Their testimonies of horrific experiences in Iraq and Syria could stop the recruitment of new Russian jihadists.
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Babchenko’s Death and Russia’s Dark Power (Op-ed)
Russia has adopted a policy of blessing freelance murders carried out in its name.
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Let the Beat Go On: Moscow’s Beat Film Festival Begins
Moscow’s most musical film fest begins May 31 and runs through June 10 at several venues around the city.
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Vandalism of Russian Art Through History
Friday’s vandalism of a beloved painting of Ilya Repin was a shocking incident, but not an isolated case.
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A Visit to the Tikhomirov Family Studio
The Moscow Times art club took a tour of the studio of two brilliant artists, Olga and Leonid Tikhomirov.
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OPEC and Russia Prepared to Raise Oil Output Under U.S. Pressure
Oil hit its highest price since late 2014 at $80.50 a barrel this month.
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Sanctioned Oligarch Deripaska Resigns as Director of Rusal
Deripaska hopes to persuade the U.S. government to rescind sanctions that have crippled his businesses.
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American Businesses in Russia Are Struggling After U.S. Sanctions, Survey Says
Sanctions negatively affected the plans of 84 percent of American companies in Russia, the survey said.
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Russia’s Gazprom ‘Satisfied’ After Settling EU Antitrust Case Without Fines
EU antitrust regulators ended a seven-year-long investigation into Gazprom on Thursday.
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Spring Borshch: Cooks, Shoots, and Leaves
Expand your borshch vocabulary and repertory with pink or green spring borshch. P.S. Cheat sheet attached.
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Rusal CEO Quits as Company Warns on Debt Payments After U.S. Sanctions
The United States announced sanctions against Russia’s largest aluminum producer, Rusal, on April 6.
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