Kazan University: A Historical Landmark
Kazan hosts one of Russia’s oldest universities
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Your Primer On Tatar Culture
Tatarstan’s culture has always been at the crossroads of civilizations.
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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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The Death of House Romanov: Yekaterinburg’s Grisly Legacy
The execution of the Russian imperial family
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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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6 Hidden Treasures in Yekaterinburg
Here are some hidden treasures that only the locals know about.
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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 of Yekaterinburg’s Best Sports Bars
Looking for somewhere to watch the match while you’re in the city?
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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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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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Russia’s Top Banker Warns Moscow’s Counter-Sanctions Could Backfire
Gref warned that criminalizing compliance with U.S. sanctions could force international firms to pull out of Russia.
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BudFinder map
Beer and football is a traditional combination for millions football fans all over the world. However, in Moscow, some media are concerned about the lack of beer in the restaurants and bars in the capital of Russia.
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International Parks Forum in Zaryadye park on June 28.
The International Parks Forum, which will bring together the best practices of Moscow, Budapest, London and Amsterdam in the field of landscaping, architecture and eco-urbanism, will take place in Zaryadye park.
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Russia and Japan Warn U.S. of $1Bln Tariff Retaliation
Russia and Japan have warned they could retaliate against U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum by imposing sanctions.
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Little-Known Kazakh Actress Wins Over Cannes Film Festival
Who is the unknown actress who won the top award at Cannes this weekend? Andrei Muchnik found out.
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Samal Yeslyamova Wins Best Actress at Cannes Film Festival
Who is the unknown actress who won the top award at Cannes this weekend? Andrei Muchnik found out.
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Santa Claus and a Ninja Turtle Join Moscow’s Bike Parade, in Photos
Thousands of bikers took to the streets of Moscow on May 20, many of them in bizarre costumes.
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May Faves: Top Five Moscow Restaurants
Looking for a great place to eat in Moscow? Here are our top picks — this month. Maybe we’ll change our minds in 30 days. Stay tuned!
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Visa Trouble Keeps Russian Billionaire Abramovich From FA Cup Final — Reports
Relations between Britain and Russia hit a low after London accused Moscow of poisoning former double-agent Sergei Skripal.
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Don’t Miss Moscow’s Night in the Museum
This Saturday night join the fun of visiting museums long after closing hours for special shows, concerts, theatrical events, or just some picture-gazing.
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Moscow’s Best Courtyard Bars
Now that fine weather is really here, what better way to spend the evening than on a charming outdoor terrace with friends?
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