Bill Outlawing Pro-Suicide Groups on Social Media Adopted by Russian Parliament
A bill outlining criminal liability for creating pro-suicide groups in social networks has passed its third and final reading on Friday, Russian news outlets reported.
New Photos Reveal What’s Left Behind When a Rocket Travels to Space
Michael Soluri captures these strangely evocative traces of America’s heroic extraterrestrial journeys
Russian Ethics Committee Frowns on Homophobic Lawmaker’s Harassment of LGBT Rights Activists
The State Duma’s Ethics Committee has slapped the wrist of Vitaly Milonov, the deputy best known for spearheading Russia’s ban on “gay propaganda.”
‘Last Bell’ Tolls for Russia’s High School Graduates
On May 26, the “Last Bell” rings at Russian schools. And it’s a beloved, hell of a celebration.
The Whisperers: Meet the Snitches Making a Return to Russia
After losing influence and appeal, vigilante informants are making a comeback in Russian society.
Stephen Talty’s Guide to Culture
The detective novelist offers his picks for movies, tv shows and Twitter accounts to follow
Chechen Parliament Speaker Played Key Role in Anti-Gay Purges – HRW
The chair of the Chechen parliament, Magomed Daudov, played a key role in anti-gay purges in the Russian authoritarian republic of Chechnya, Human Rights Watch has revealed in a report published today.
Funny Feeling
Indian Russian or Russian Indian? Aspiring comedian Arun Khurana feels a little foreign wherever he goes.
Time To Get Out of Here
The other day I heard the saddest thing: “Осень начинается через три месяца!” (Autumn begins in three months.) Just let that sink in.
And once it has, you’ll want to book the fastest plane south for some sun.
And once it has, you’ll want to book the fastest plane south for some sun.