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Russia Extends Austria Gas Deal to 2040 After Putin’s Visit

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Russia’s gas giant Gazprom and Austria’s OMV energy company signed a new deal to extend Russian gas supplies to Austria through to 2040. The deal was signed on the day of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to Vienna, in what was his first trip to the West since visiting Finland in mid-2017 and being re-elected…

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Russia Extends Austria Gas Deal to 2040 After Putin’s Visit

The previous gas deal with Austria was set to expire by 2028.

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See and Hear Music and More at the Prokofiev Museum

Calling all music lovers! The next time you’re in the city center, stop into the Prokofiev apartment museum.

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Breaking Out of Russian Prison With Words

What happens when an American graduate student and 14 former Russian prisoners meet twice a week? They write a book together.

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St. Petersburg’s Summer Cultural Agenda

The countless concerts, plays, and art shows on view in Russia’s cultural capital should keep you busy on the days between matches.

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4 St. Petersburg Day Trips

The beauty of the Leningrad region goes far beyond the streets of St. Petersburg. Discover the fascinating and unique towns that surround the northern capital.

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Q&A: Meet Anna Endrikhovskaya, a Sixth-Generation Muscovite

“I realized I had to stay here in Russia and make it a better place.”

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St. Petersburg’s Stadium

Beset by problems, it has overcome all obstacles to welcome you at the World Cup.

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Two Stadiums. Half a Century of History

Discover where you’ll be witnessing those unforgettable goals.

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A Short History of Moscow

Russia’s booming and vibrant capital leaves no visitor indifferent. It’s hard not to fall completely in love with its gritty charm.

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Q&A: Meet Ruslan Bekurov

Get to know the journalism professor who moved to St. Petersburg and never looked back.

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Halftime, Overtime, Pub Time

5 of Moscow’s best bars to watch a match, have a drink and make new friends.

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4 Moscow Day Trips

Have a day to spare during your trip and feel like exploring further afield? There’s plenty of beauty and adventure to be found outside the big city — and it’s closer than you might think.

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A Day at the Museum

Moscow has over 300 museums exhibiting everything from masterpieces of art to match boxes, but if you only have a few days, the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts and the Tretyakov Galleries — Old and New — are the two you have to see.

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9 of St. Petersburg’s Best Eats

Check out our favorite places to eat in town.

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7 of Moscow’s Must-See Sights

If you are in Moscow for your first — and perhaps only — time, head to the city center and see where it all began and still flourishes: the Kremlin and Red Square.

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Moscow’s 21 Best Eats

Scrumptious international dishes for every taste.

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A Taste of St. Petersburg: Herring and New Potato Salad Recipe

This classic recipe includes northern Russia’s premier players: sour cream, herring, and new potatoes, the jewels of the short northern growing season.

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Where Art Meets Sports: 6 Shows for World Cup Fans

Moscow museums celebrate football with exhibitions that combine the joys of athletics and the wonder of artistic creation.

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8 of St. Petersburg’s Best World Cup Bars

Find the perfect spot to get your football fix. Whether you are looking for big screens, a pleasant vibe, good music, or a vast selection of beers, St. Petersburg has a lot to offer for every taste.

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5 of St. Petersburg’s Hidden Treasures

Craving something further off the beaten track? Here are some hidden treasures that only the locals know about.

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The Strange Case of a Russian Provocation

How can a murder be a provocation? Oh, easy, if it’s being discussed in Russian.

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10 of St. Petersburg’s Must-See Sights

St. Petersburg’s “cultural capital of Russia” moniker is well-earned. A lifetime isn’t enough to discover all the cultural gems on offer, but here are a few you have to see.

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St. Petersburg City Survival Guide

As you plan to fuse your cultural and sports itineraries in St. Petersburg, here are 11 tips to get you started.

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10 of St. Petersburg’s Top Sights

St. Petersburg’s “cultural capital of Russia” moniker is well-earned. A lifetime isn’t enough to discover all the cultural gems on offer, but here are a few you have to see.

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Russian Energy Giants — Gazprom and Rosneft — Clash in International Gas Markets

Russian energy major Rosneft is challenging domestic rival Gazprom.

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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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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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Moscow City Survival Guide

9 tips to smooth your way through the bustling metropolis.

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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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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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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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Sochi: Gifts from the Gateway to the Caucasus

The best gifts to bring home from Sochi.

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Sochi’s Cultural Agenda

What’s on offer in Sochi for your artistic side.

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A Short History of Sochi’s Olympic Stadium

See what all the olympic fuss was about.

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Q&A Meet Tatyana Strakhova

A local view of Sochi.

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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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Sochi’s Colorful Parks and Gardens

Find shade in one of Sochi’s many gardens.

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Kazan University: A Historical Landmark

Kazan hosts one of Russia’s oldest universities

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The 6 Coolest Cocktail Bars in Kazan

Kazan is party central

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A Short History of Kazan

Kazan is one of Russia’s most vibrant and multicultural cities

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Souvenirs to Bring Home From Tatarstan

Gifts to get in Kazan

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4 of Kazan’s Must-See Sights

Don’t miss these sightseeing hotspots!

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Kazan’s Cultural Agenda

Looking for the hottest events in the city? Here are our picks.

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The Official Kazan Survival Guide

Everything you need to know to enjoy Tatarstan’s capital

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9 of Kazan’s Best Eats

Looking for the best places to eat in town? Check out our favorites.

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6 Hidden Treasures in Kazan

Keep your eye out for these gems

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5 of Kazan’s Best Bars

Draft beer, craft beer, any beer – pubs for football lovers.

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Q&A: Meet Natalia Fishman

At 27, Natalia Fishman is one of the best-known names in Kazan

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A Short History of Kazan Arena

An impressive arena in Russia’s sporting capital

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Your Primer On Tatar Culture

Tatarstan’s culture has always been at the crossroads of civilizations.

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Fun Day Trips to Take From Kazan

We’ve got the perfect spots for you.

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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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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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A Yekaterinburg Treasure: The Opera and Ballet Theater

Dissecting the theater’s success

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The Official Yekaterinburg Survival Guide

Tips to prepare for your time in Yekaterinburg

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Gem of the Urals: Souvenirs from Yekaterinburg

The many things to bring back home

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The Death of House Romanov: Yekaterinburg’s Grisly Legacy

The execution of the Russian imperial family

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A Window to Democracy in Yekaterinburg

A look inside the majestic halls of Yeltsin Center

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Yekaterinburg’s 6 Best Craft Bars

Yekaterinburg: Russia’s Capital of Craft

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