Day: March 23, 2020
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Russian Medical Specialist Suspected of Working While Infected
Russian investigators opened a criminal case on Monday against a top infections specialist who tested positive for the coronavirus after visiting Spain but neglecting to self-isolate afterwards. The negligence probe was launched after an infectious disease professor and top health care consultant in the southern Stavropol region became patient zero for the coronavirus there, exposing…
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Hear a Poem Every Day
As the only remaining independent, English-language news source reporting from Russia, The Moscow Times plays a critical role in connecting Russia to the world. Editorial decisions are made entirely by journalists in our newsroom, who adhere to the highest ethical standards. We fearlessly cover issues that are often considered off-limits or taboo in Russia, from…
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On This Day in 1877 Felix Yusupov Was Born
Today marks what would be the 143rd birthday of Prince Felix Yusupov. Although the aristocrat is most often remembered as the assassin of Grigory Rasputin, his hedonistic yet charitable nature made him a notable character among his royal contemporaries. Yusupov was born in Saint Petersburg to a princess and a count. The family was wealthier…
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60% of Russians Willing to Give Up Their Rights to Fight Coronavirus — Poll
Sixty percent of Russians say they are willing to temporarily give up their rights to help stem the spread of the coronavirus, according to a poll conducted by Gallup International and the ROMIR research agency. Russia has gradually increased its quarantine measures for the public since the pandemic first crossed the country’s borders in January.…
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MH17 Trial Suspended Until June, Giving Defense More Time to Prepare
The trial of four men accused of murder over the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 in Ukraine in 2014 will be adjourned until June 8 to give defense lawyers more time to prepare, judges at the hearing in the Netherlands ruled on Monday. MH17 was flying from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur when it was…
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Russia to Use Cellphones to Track People at Risk of Coronavirus
Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin on Monday gave the authorities five days to develop a system to track people who have come into contact with anyone with coronavirus by using mobile phone geolocation data. Under the new system, people would be sent information if they came into contact with someone who was infected and the…
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Russia and Turkey Cut Short Joint Patrol in Syria’s Idlib
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Rosneft Deutschland Increases Sales of Alfabit by 37.5% in 2019
In 2019, Rosneft Deutschland GmbH, a subsidiary of Rosneft Oil Company in Germany, increased sales of polymer-modified bitumen (PMB) Alfabit by 37.5% year-on-year.
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Moscow Elderly Told to Stay Home or Escape to Countryside
On Monday, the mayor of Moscow told older Russians to either stay at home or escape to their country houses to avoid exposure to the coronavirus. In a video on his website, Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said that those over the age of 65 “must comply with an at-home regimen” between March 26 and April 14.…
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Moscow Police Readying for Citywide Coronavirus Lockdown – RBC
Moscow’s police force is preparing to enforce a near-total shutdown of the Russian capital if the number of coronavirus cases rises, including a curfew and a ban on entering and exiting the city, the RBC news website reported Sunday. Moscow’s head of police, Oleg Baranov, has ordered police officials to develop a plan by March…
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Coronavirus in Russia: The Latest News | March 23
As the new coronavirus that has killed more than 14,000 people continues to spread around the world, Russia has stepped up its measures to tackle the pandemic and prevent its spread within the country. There have been 438 cases of coronavirus infections reported in Russia so far and one death. MT The number of confirmed coronavirus cases…
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Russia’s Confirmed Coronavirus Cases Jump to 438
As the only remaining independent, English-language news source reporting from Russia, The Moscow Times plays a critical role in connecting Russia to the world. Editorial decisions are made entirely by journalists in our newsroom, who adhere to the highest ethical standards. We fearlessly cover issues that are often considered off-limits or taboo in Russia, from…