Step Right Up to the Big Top Circus Tent at the 50th Annual Folklife Festival
The day the circus rolled into Washington, D.C., and other tales from the Smithsonian’s hot summer party on the National Mall
Why This Composer Made Melodies Out of Mountainsides
This forgotten Armenian musicologist literally drew the landscapes into his folksong scores
At Least 2 Dead in Biggest Storm to Hit Moscow in 90 Years
Multiple flights were delayed or canceled at several Moscow airports, while the Moscow Central Circle railway line also stopped working due to fallen trees.
Butler: Sicilian at Your Service
This new Ginza Project establishment focuses on seafood classics from southern Italy.
More Moscow Weather Drama
Moscow was battered by storms for the second time in less than a month on Friday. While many Muscovites were left trapped in their offices, some grabbed their smartphones to capture the deluge on camera.
The Whimsical, Chameleon-like Figure Behind the Myth of Sylvia Plath
Today, visions of a life marred by mental illness endure, but the author had a light side—and a knack for savvy image control
Putin visits Crimean youth camp Artek
Artek head Alexei Kasprzhak told the president about the work to restore the camp in 2015 and 2016, as well as plans for the development of the complex Russian President Vladimir Putin visited the children’s camp Artek in Crimea ahead of the Samantha’s Smile holiday session on Saturday. Telling the president about the world’s largest…
Russian composer Eduard Artemyev, film director Nikita Mikhalkov to get Shostakovich Prize
Russian composer and film director will recieve the award from violist and conductor Yuri Bashmet A gala ceremony of awarding the Dmitry Shostakovich will take place in Moscow’s Tchaikovsky Concert Hall on Saturday. This year, the awardees are composer Eduard Artemyev and film director Nikita Mikhalkov, the press service of the latter said. They will…
Putin to visit Crimea, to take part in opening session at Artek summer camp
Putin will be familiarized with the results of overhaul of the camp’s staff facilities and will have a tour of the construction site of Solnechny Camp, the Kremlin press service said President Vladimir Putin is expected to visit Crimea and the international summer camp for children Artek located there. In Artek, he will take part…
Russia may ease visa regime for foreign students
Currently, a foreign student may initially apply only for a three-month student visa in his home country The Russian Science and Education Ministry has prepared a bill to ease visa requirements for foreign students of Russian universities in a bid to promote Russian higher education. Currently, a foreign student may initially apply only for a…
Russian official praises Austria’s respect for Soviet military monuments
The obelisk to Soviet prisoners of war, who died in Vienna from 1941 through 1945 was unveiled at Vienna’s central cemetery on June 22, the Day of Remembrance and Sorrow in Russia Installation of a new monument to Soviet soldiers of the World War II era has set an unprecedented instance or favorable treatment of…
Putin praises Moscow International Film Festival
The Moscow International Film Festival that opened for the 39th time on Thursday is one of the most prestigious events in the world Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday sent congratulations to the participants and guests of the 39th Moscow International Film Festival. He stressed a special status of the event, the Kremlin press service…
First days of Soviet Union’s Great Patriotic War in pictures
The Great Patriotic War began at 4 am on June 22, 1941, when Nazi Germany attacked the Soviet Union June 22 will forever be imprinted into the hearts of Russians, as the Day of Remembrance and Grief in Russia as the Great Patriotic War (World War II) began at 4am this day in 1941, when…
Poll reveals every second Russian sees no real external military threat
More than one third of Russians consider the the country’s army to be the best in the world About half of Russians see no real threat of a military attack against the country and note the growing combat capabilities of the Russian armed forces, a poll conducted by the All-Russia Public Opinion Research Center has…
Jury to deliver verdict on Nemtsov murder case on June 27
Boris Nemtsov was gunned down in downtown Moscow on February 27, 2015 The jury will retire to the consultation room on June 27 to reach a verdict on five defendants on the Boris Nemtsov murder case, the chief judge of the Moscow District Military Court said. “Now I address you with the jury instructions. I…
Je Suis Malobrodsky: Theater, Politics and Russian Scandal
This incident is a continuation of a late May attempt to attack Gogol Center’s prominent artistic director Kirill Serbrennikov. Watch this case. Its repercussions may go far beyond the stages of Russia’s theaters.
The Hacker Hunters Chasing Russian Shadows
U.S. investigators are stepping up the fight against Russian cybercriminals. But are they going after the right guys?
Socialism in Color: Aristarkh Lentulov at the Bakhrushin
A comprehensive retrospective of Aristarkh Lentulov, one of the most important figures in the Russian avant-garde movement, opened at the Bakhrushin State Central Theater Museum a week ago.
Five Augmented Reality Experiences That Bring Museum Exhibits to Life
AR features allow visitors to explore historical spaces and artifacts in new ways
The Pioneering Androgyny of Classic Hollywood Star Marlene Dietrich
The film icon embraced bisexuality, glamorous mystique and provocation
The Cuban Government Brought New Life to Hollywood Movies With These Vivid Posters
The U.S. embargo didn’t keep Cubans from watching movies they loved
Portraits of Faith
In a world changing faster than ever, the enduring appeal of religious tradition shines in these photographs
Explore the Timeless World of Vodou, Deep Within the Caves of Haiti
Photographer Troi Anderson captures the religion that has been misunderstood for centuries
A Legendary Photographer Visits an Isolated Christian Community in Ethiopia
High in the mountains of western Africa, an ancient way of life continues apace
A Pittsburgh Church Holds the Greatest Collection of Relics Outside of the Vatican
Behold the treasures of this tiny neighborhood church
New Exhibition Asks “What Kind of Nation Do We Want to Be?”
The American History Museum opens a trio of timely new shows on democracy, religion and immigration
Five Men Found Guilty in Nemtsov Murder Case
The men had been offered 15 million rubles each ($240,000) to murder Nemtsov, the court was told.
The Art of Alienation: Garif Basyrov, Russia’s Observer of the Absurd
A new retrospective at the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts highlights the eerie, dreamlike work of one of the Soviet era’s most technically accomplished artists.
How Russian Tycoon Vladimir Yevtushenkov Is Set to Lose More of His Wealth
In a sequel to the original Bashneft saga, Igor Sechin, Putin’s powerful ally, is once again proving he is among the strongest players in Russia’s system of state capitalism.
Russian Life Expectancy Hits Record High
Russians born in 2016 are expected to live 71.87 years on average, according to state statistics agency Rosstat.
10% of Russian Struggling to Buy Food — Poll
Pensioners in particular said that they faced financial hardship, with over half of Russians above the age of 65 unable to afford clothing or enough groceries.
Channeling Anger: In Russia, Even Chat Messengers Are Politicized (Op-ed)
Russian authorities claim their attacks on Telegram are because the platform helps terrorists
How One Mathew Brady Photograph May Have Helped Elect Abraham Lincoln
Before chronicling the Civil War, the nation’s first photojournalist took these portraits
This Summer, Try Termite Chocolate Sprinkles on Your Ice Cream
Canada’s Insectarium invites visitors to dine on insects as part of a special menu
Russian Senators Threaten Foreign Media Clampdown
The Russian parliament is considering new legislation which could see tens of foreign Russian-language media outlets banned from operating within the country.
Muralist Nicolas Party Samples Great Artists of the Past Like a Visual DJ
The Hirshhorn’s installation, inspired by Barack Obama’s “sun will rise” promise of continuity, highlights fantasy landscapes, beauty of nature
Russian Senators Threaten Ban Foreign Media Clampdown
The Russian parliament is considering new legislation which could see tens of foreign Russian-language media outlets banned from operating within the country.
Say Cheese
There’s one thing arts guru Ruth Addison can’t get enough of
Two Circus Pros Juggle History and Race to Springboard Black Entertainers
Cedric Walker and Veronica Blair share a common fascination for the history of African-American circus
What Makes Salt Water Taffy the Perfect Summer Candy?
The first families of the sugary treat stir up another season of making history by the bite
Which Books Do Americans Take on Vacation?
Our city-by-city breakdown uncovered some surprises
Sagah: Cutting a Long Story Short
There’s nothing about Sagah that says “Moscow” or “Russia”—you could just as easily be in Brooklyn. The whitewashed space that greets the diner is an antidote to the dark lofts that have become standard interior design for Moscow.
What Happened to America’s Public Intellectuals?
Our nation has always depended on these heavyweights to guide us, but are they still with us, and if so, who are they?
Russia’s Silicone Valley: Boob Jobs in the Provinces
Ryazan was a pioneer of the 19th-century beauty industry. Today it is home to a booming plastic surgery business
Behind the Silver Screen: A Tour of Russia’s Mosfilm Studios
The museum at this famed movie company offers a journey through history, including outdoor sets of Moscow and St. Petersburg, as well as costumes and props from much-loved Soviet and Russian films.
Russian Ballet Performance Hits Moscow Metro to Celebrate FIFA Confederations Cup
Dancers of the Kremlin Ballet Theater performed an evening concert for football fans visiting Moscow for the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup. The concert was held in the Moscow Metro at the Novoslobodskaya station.
Moscow TV Round-Up: Vysotsky, Orwell and the Cheka
The origins of the Soviet state security system, the United States’ greatest Southern writer, the archetypal Big Brother and Russia’s greatest actor-singer-poet of the 20th century: All of these await TV viewers this week.
Russian Security Service Announces Telegram Messenger Terror Link Amid Privacy Row
The FSB announced on Monday that the terror cell behind April’s St. Petersburg metro bombing used Telegram to keep their plans hidden from the authorities.
Peak Obsession: How Russia’s Love for Cult U.S. Drama Twin Peaks Defined the 90s
Debut of a new season of U.S. drama evokes memories of a Russian craze.
This 155-mile Hike Through the Pyrenees Merges Contemporary Art with Spain’s Stunning Landscapes
An art project of the Contemporary Art Center Nau Côclea brings artists and audiences together on a cultural pilgrimage
Russian Security Chief Warns Officials of Western ‘Information War’
FSB chief Alexander Bortnikov warned officials that outlets such as CNN and The Washington Post were targeting the country.
A Guided Tour of Australia’s Blue Mountains Follows Ancient Aboriginal Songlines
Yanna Muru’s walkabouts to sacred sites teach visitors about Darug culture
Kremlin Ballet to Perform in Moscow’s Iconic Metro
The company will perform scenes from “Swan Lake,” “The Nutcracker” and “Don Quixote” at the Novoslobodskaya station on the evening of June 25.
Top Generals Reportedly Gave Putin a Fake Video of Russian Forces in Syria
The clip, which actually depicted U.S. forces in Afghanistan, reached the president via Russia’s General Staff.
Venetian Finds: Titian, Tintoretto and Veronese at the Pushkin Museum
“Renaissance Venice: Titian, Tintoretto, Veronese. From the Italian and Russian collections,” is an opportunity to see 23 masterpieces by the three artists in one place.
Putin lays wreath at Tomb of Unknown Soldier in Moscow
The Russian president paid tribute to those who gave their lives for the victory in Great Patriotic War Russian President Vladimir Putin took part in a wreath-laying ceremony on Thursday at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Moscow in memory of the country’s defenders who perished in the battles against fascists. On the Day…
Armenian writer presents her book about war in Syria’s Aleppo
The 200-page book was published in Lebanon, with a print run of 700 copies Writer Lala Minasyan-Miskaryan has presented to Russian journalists her Armenian-language book, The Syrian Diary, about sufferings of Aleppo residents over the years when the city was occupied by militants. “I wrote about what was around me from the first day of…
Moscow Region’s Largest Landfill Closed After Complaints to Putin
Residents complained that the landfill — so big that it is visible from outer space — was only 200 meters from their homes and schools.
Obelisk to Soviet WWII prisoners to be unveiled in Vienna
The project was initiated by the Russian Military History Society and supported by the Russian foreign ministry and the Austrian interior ministry An obelisk to Soviet prisoners of war who died in the Austrian capital in 1941-1945 will be unveiled at Vienna’s Central Cemetery on June 22, when Russia marks the Day of Remembrance and…
Indian blockbuster to open Moscow International Film Festival
Moscow International Film Festival opens for the 39th time at city’s downtown Rossiya movie house on Thursday night. After a gala opening ceremony, the Indian blockbuster ‘Baahubali 2: The Conclusion’ directed by S.S. Rajamouli will kick off the program of the festival. It is a historical fiction film that continues the epopee about Prince Sivudu…