Muscovites Go Crazy Over New iPhones, Spending Thousands of Dollars for Spot in Line
Reports in the run-up to the sale said some people were selling their place in line for as much as $6,000.
Tolstoy, Plums and a Chicken
How to make use of the sweet harvest and get a quick dinner on the table, via Georgia and Jennifer Eremeeva, with honorable mention to Leo Tolstoy.
Atomenergomash and GE to supply turbine hall equipment for El Dabaa NPP (Egypt)
AAEM LLC (a joint venture of Atomenergomash JSC and General Electric) has entered into the contract with DEZ JSC (acting on behalf of Atomstroyexport JSC, a general contractor for the El Dabaa project) to supply turbine hall equipment for Units 1 to 4 of the El Dabaa nuclear power station in Egypt. Under the contract…
Moscow’s Circle of Light Festival, in Pictures
Moscow shines at the annual City of Lights festival featuring lights, laser displays and more.
U.S. Sanctions Driving Russian Billionaires Into Putin’s Arms
Kremlin.ru The Trump administration is helping Vladimir Putin achieve a goal that’s eluded him for almost two decades — getting Russia’s billionaires to start repatriating some of their assets. Relatively muted sanctions imposed during the Obama era over the conflict in Ukraine have only widened in scope and severity since Trump took office last year.…
TVEL Fuel Company of ROSATOM will supply a qualification batch of superconductors for the Future Circular Collider
TVEL JSC and the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) have signed an Agreement on R&D in the framework of the Future Circular Collider (FCC) Study. The document is an addendum to the existing framework agreement on industrial partnership between the parties, which is aimed at cooperation in the field of superconducting materials (SCM). According…
Run or Cheer at Sunday’s Absolute Marathon
This Sunday the Moscow marathon route winds all through the city center. Come to cheer – but leave your car at home.
Moscow’s Best New Restaurants
The new crop of Moscow hot spots for wining, dining and slurping coffee look mighty good.
U.S. Sanctions Driving Russian Billionaires Into Putin’s Arms
The Trump administration is helping Vladimir Putin get Russia’s billionaires to start repatriating some of their assets.
Russia’s Biggest Oil Producers Have Never Had It so Good
Russian crude producers are raking in cash as the rally in dollar-denominated oil prices is amplified by a weakening ruble.
Circle of Light Festival Begins Friday
For five days Spartacus will ride his chariot across a central Moscow square, huge rabbits will pop out of thin air in a park, and navy cruisers will ply the roads near Kutuzovsky Prospekt.
Rusatom Healthcare and Asian American Medical Group sign MoU to Develop Nuclear Medical Centre in Johor Bahru (Malaysia)
Singapore, 19 September, 2018 – ROSATOM, through its subsidiary, Rusatom Healthcare, and Australian Securities Exchange-listed Asian American Medical Group (“AAMG”) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (“MoU”) today to develop a Nuclear Medical Centre in Johor Bahru in Malaysia, bordering Singapore. The MoU was signed at the 9th Session of the High-Level Russia-Singapore Inter-Governmental Commission in…
Head of ROSATOM addressed the 62nd Annual Regular Session of the IAEA General Conference
On September 17, 2018 the 62nd General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) was opened in Vienna. The Conference is held under the aegis of commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and protection of the environment. The event traditionally brings together high-ranking delegates from more than 160 IAEA Member States to discuss…
Join a Parade!
The weather promises to be perfect on Saturday – just right for Perspektiva’s annual parade and party to celebrate inclusion of people with disabilities.
Russia to develop and manufacture physical protection systems for the Rooppur N-plant
On September 17, on the sidelines of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) General Conference in Vienna, Bangladesh and Russia signed a Protocol to amend the Agreement between the Government of Russia and the Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh on partnership in the construction of a nuclear power plant on the territory of…
A Film Festival for Russia Lovers
The winners and nominees from a London festival of films about Russia are being shown this week in Moscow and St. Petersburg.
TENEX Participates in IAEA Initiative Implementation
During the 62nd IAEA General Conference that took place on September 17-21, 2018 in Vienna (Austria), TENEX and IAEA concluded a contract on low enriched uranium (LEU) transit necessary for successful implementation of the IAEA LEU Bank international initiative. The document was signed by Oleg Kozin, Deputy Director General for Logistics at TENEX, and Mark…
Scandinavia Restaurant: RIP
Guy Archer reminisces about a Moscow landmark that fed, entertained and (sometimes) tolerated its happy clients for over 20 years.
At Home with Galina Ulanova
Russia has always been known as a ballet powerhouse, producing some of the world’s best-known dancers. At home, they are national heroes, and abroad — fascinating wonders from another world.
JSC Science and Innovations and the Japanese Atomic Energy Agency signed the Implementing Arrangement Concerning Information Exchange
JSC Science and Innovations (scientific division of ROSATOM) and the Japanese Atomic Energy Agency (JAEA) signed the Implementing Arrangement Concerning Information Exchange on Reactor Physics Experiments for Minor Actinoid Transmutation for Radioactive Waste Processing and Management on September 13, 2018 in Vladivostok at the Eastern Economic Forum. The Arrangement was signed within the framework of…
The Russian Path: Through Impressionism to the Avant-Garde
See this fascinating show at the Museum of Russian Impressionism to prepare for their upcoming David Burliuk exhibition, or just because it’s gorgeous.
Russian Clients May Not Get Dollars Back If New U.S. Sanctions Hit, VTB Head Warns
Russians with bank accounts in dollars may find they can only make withdrawals in other currencies if new sanctions proposed by U.S. lawmakers take effect.
Road Trip: Russian Fans Go With the Flow
The Moscow Times followed three fans to a European music fest.
In Memoriam: Anna Dolgov
Remembering our colleague Anna Dolgov.
Putin, Xi Pledge Closer Cooperation Amid Opposition to Trump
Putin said he expects trade between Russia and China to reach a record $100 billion in 2018.
Mail.Ru to Enter $2 Billion Kremlin-Backed Venture With Alibaba
Chinese Alibaba Group is setting up a $2 billion joint venture with billionaire Alisher Usmanov’s internet services firm Mail.ru Group.
Inside an Art Studio: Totibadze and Pasternak
In our second series of artist studios, photographer Albina Shaimuratova and journalist Andrei Muchnik visit the unrenovated studio of Anton Totibadze and Sasha Pasternak.
Russia and Uzbekistan agreed to build a NPP in the republic
Russia and Uzbekistan have signed a cooperation agreement to build a nuclear power plant in the republic. The signing ceremony was held after the negotiations of the prime ministers of Russia and Uzbekistan. The documents were signed by Head of the Cabinet of Russia Dmitry Medvedev and Head of the Government of Uzbekistan Abdulla Aripov.…
Aeroflot Orders 100 Superjets in Biggest Deal in Recent History
Russia’s Aeroflot has agreed to order 100 Sukhoi Superjet 100 (SSJ 100) planes, representing the biggest deal in the company’s contemporary history.
Moscow’s 871st Birthday Celebrations, in Pictures
Concerts, exhibitions and lectures were all part of the city-wide celebrations for Moscow’s birthday.
Ruble Slides Into Two Year Low
The weaker ruble is seen filtering into consumer prices and once again boosting inflation.
TVEL Fuel Company of ROSATOM organized IAEA Technical Meeting on High Enriched Fuel
TVEL Fuel Company of ROSATOM organized the IAEA Technical Meeting on light water reactor fuel enrichment beyond the 5% limit. The international seminar brought together over 40 experts from 12 countries and IAEA. The three-day discussions were attended by nuclear industry experts, including representatives of national regulatory bodies, nuclear power generation companies, nuclear fuel producers…
Murmansk to host the dialogue forum on the Arctic sustainable development
On September 26-27, 2018 Murmansk will host the 11th Regional Public Dialogue Forum “Cooperation for the Arctic Sustainable Development” which is carried out under the auspices of the Public Council of ROSATOM with participation of the V. I. Vernadsky Non-governmental Environmental Foundation, the Russian Green Cross and a number of other public environmental organizations. The…
Let Them Eat Steak
Enjoy a virtual dinner at one of the city’s finest steak houses.
Moscow Celebrates its 871st Birthday
The city becomes a huge amusement park for the entire weekend.
Cost of Lending Should Fall in Russia, Medvedev Says
“We are planning to strive for lower cost of loans,” Medvedev told an annual Moscow Financial Forum.
A New Concert Hall Opens in Moscow
This weekend Moscow inaugurates its new concert hall in Zaryadye Park. Our correspondent went to the acoustic checks. Verdict: Amazing.
‘I Am the Enemy of the State’: Russian Rapper Compares Russia to Prison Camp
“Mysterious Ways” represents a departure from his previous mostly apolitical music.
Center Festival Starts Moscow’s Fall Season
Start the fall film festival season with Kirill Serebrennikov’s aptly named “After Summer.”
Hold Onto Summer at the Moscow Flower Fest
Stop and smell the flowers.
Autumn Exhibitions. What Not To Miss
Something’s on for every taste and interest, from classical to contemporary.
ROSATOM and Institute of Technology of Cambodia signed a Memorandum of Understanding
Phnom Penh, August 28, 2018. — Rosatom Southeast Asia and Institute of Technology of Cambodia (ITC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding today pursuant of the Intergovernmental Agreement on cooperation in nuclear energy use for peaceful purposes, signed between Russia and Cambodia last year. Institute of Technology of Cambodia will provide a basis on which to…
The Dacha Diaries: Rock Star Chicken Shashlik
The last weekend before school begins is sacred. Heat up the grill, pull a few bottles out of your refrigerator and prepare for shashlik bliss.
Come See the Biggest Battle of 1812
This weekend get out of town – in fact, get out of this century – to see the biggest battle reenactment in Europe.
Remembering Iosif Kobzon
A look back at the life and work of Iosif Kobzon, a controversial figure with a magnificent voice.
Remembering Joseph Kobzon
A look back at the life and work of Joseph Kobzon, a controversial figure with a magnificent voice.
Russian Oil Giants Offer Bright Spot in Economy Hit by Sanctions
The nation’s top crude producers more than doubled their combined profit in the first half of the year.
Atomenergoprom has published its consolidated financial report for six months of 2018
JSC Atomenergoprom has published its interim abridged consolidated financial report of the Group as per the International Financial Reporting System (IFRS) for six months which ended on June 30, 2018. The consolidated earnings decreased by RUB 6.2 billion (or 25) and constituted RUB 312.9 billion. The drop in earnings of RUB 12.1 billion was predominantly…
How to Feast, Russian Style
If you missed The Moscow Times Clubs Borschevka event and want to know what Borschevka is – read on.
Siberian Uber Imitator Takes Bidding-Based Business Model to U.S.
InDriver’s bidding feature has let the company broker 1 million rides since April in six Latin American countries, including Mexico and Colombia.
Nuclear fuel loading has commenced at the 4th power unit of Tianwan NPP (China)
On August 25, 2018 the first fuel assembly was loaded into the core of Tianwan NPP Unit 4 in China. “Today a significant milestone in the construction of Unit 4 of Tianwan NPP was achieved. Fuel loading is the commencement of the unit’s first criticality procedures. Unit 4 will then enter the start-up stage to…
Inflation on the Rise for Russians
The cost of money is rising for Russians well ahead of any potential central bank move to lift interest rates for the first time in almost four years.
Even the Specter of Sanctions Is Hurting Russia (Op-ed)
Sometimes just the promise of sanctions is as damaging as the real thing.
Gorky Park Turns Ninety
Talk about ending the summer with a bang! Spend the week celebrating at Gorky Park!
The new modification of Russian nuclear fuel loaded into Temelin NPP reactor in Czech Republic
As the result of the scheduled outage at unit 2 of Temelin NPP in Czech Republic, a batch of 48 nuclear fuel assemblies of new modification TVSA-T.mod.2 (produced by TVEL Fuel Company of Rosatom), has been loaded into VVER-1000 reactor. In comparison with the TVSA-T fuel assemblies previously supplied to Temelin NPP, the new modification…
Bank of Russia Halts Ruble Slide by Stopping FX Purchases
Russia’s central bank said it will suspend sales of rubles to purchase foreign exchange through the end of September in an effort to steady the currency.
A Buyer’s Guide to Izmailovo Market
Have you ever wanted help picking out “the good stuff” at the Izmailovo market? You’re in luck this Saturday.
ROSATOM Organizations Completed 1st Phase of Project on Fukushima Daiichi NPP Debris Properties Research
TENEX in a consortium with V.G. Khlopin Radium Institute (KRI), Research Institute of Atomic Reactors (RIAR) and FSUE RosRAO have successfully fulfilled the first phase of works on the research project of the ageing properties of fuel debris. The project is subsidized by the Japanese government; its results will be used in the further works…
Goldman, Citi Decry Russian Plan to Limit Funds Held Abroad
The central bank proposed the restrictions in response to the threat of new sanctions against Russia from the U.S. and Europe.
Installation of the core catcher has commenced at Roopur NPP (Bangladesh)
The installation of the device for catching the molten core material (“core catcher”) has commenced at the construction site of power unit No 1 of Roopur NPP. “This is a unique protection system of the NPP and the first large-size equipment that is being installed in the reactor building. Its weight is about 200 tons.…