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Russia Removed U.S. Diplomats From Train Near Secret Nuclear Accident Site – Reports

The diplomats are regarded to have broken Russian law.

FRIENDS FOREVER

Trump Officials Rush to Turkey as Russia Advances to Fill Syria Void From U.S. Retreat

The U.S. president said imposing sanctions on Turkey would be better than fighting in the region.

murky waters

Sweden Spent $2M Hunting for Nonexistent ‘Russian Sub’ – Reports

Suspicions of a Russian sub in Swedish waters sparked the country’s biggest military mobilization since the Cold War.

Protest saga

Russia Arrests 5 More Opposition Protesters in 'Moscow Case' Prosecutions

The arrests mark a new wave in the so-called "Moscow case" that has sparked public outcry.

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Free Speech Arena

Is a Sports Website Russia’s Most Vibrant Forum for Free Expression?

On Sports.ru, users discuss sports but they also spar over politics, economics, even identity.

opinion

Leonid Bershidsky

Turkey and Russia Show That Land Grabs Can Pay Off

Erdogan and Putin are shredding the myth that countries no longer tear other countries apart.

LOSING ENERGY

Russia Considers Banning Foreign Companies from Renewable Energy Projects

The production of clean energy could become even more expensive if Russia blocks foreign companies from leading green infrastructure projects, experts...

NUCLEAR TESTING

Massive Nuclear War Games Start in Russian Arctic

More than 12,000 troops are taking part in nuclear war games across Russia’s arctic regions this week.

opinion

What’s Behind Russian Media’s Obsession With the Death Penalty?

The recent debate in Russia on bringing back capital punishment has nothing to do with Ukraine — or does it?

opinion

What’s Behind Russian Media’s Obsession With the Death Penalty?

opinion

Japanese Investment in Russia Floundering Despite Arctic Energy Deal

opinion

Leonid Bershidsky

Turkey and Russia Show That Land Grabs Can Pay Off

opinion

Andrei Kortunov

Is Putin Over His Resentment?

opinion

Putin Has Achieved Everything He Wanted. But It Will Never Be Enough For Young Russians.

opinion

Maxim Trudolyubov

Russia Is the New Referee in the Middle East

prison break

Feline Felon’s Escape Risks Unraveling Russian Drug-Smuggling Case

you hate to see it

Saudi Band Mangles Russian Anthem During Putin’s First Visit Since 2007

Fact or fiction

Was Russian Vodka Invented on This Day?

'Canadian Thanos'

Social Media Marvels at Russia’s Autumnal Crosswalk

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POBEDA’S VICTORY

Russia's Pobeda Named Europe’s Fastest-Growing Airline

But steep price rises are on the way as the Aeroflot subsidiary loses court case over airport check-in fees.

LOSING ENERGY

Russia Considers Banning Foreign Companies from Renewable Energy Projects

The production of clean energy could become even more expensive if Russia blocks foreign companies from leading green infrastructure projects, experts...

opinion

Japanese Investment in Russia Floundering Despite Arctic Energy Deal

Without improvements to Russia’s business climate, cases of Japanese investment into Russia will continue to be the exception, not the norm.

CRIMEAN CASH

Moscow Considers More Tax Breaks for Crimea

A Kremlin-loyal business group has suggested discount loans to build hotels and tax exemptions to boost tourism on the peninsula.

Simply stunning

A Celebration of Gennady Bodrov's 'A Simple Motif'

2019 marks the 20th anniversary of the artist Gennady Bodrov's tragic death.

culture clip

On This Day in 1990 Mikhail Gorbachev Was Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize

The Nobel Committee recognized Gorbachev's role in initiating and supporting the movement for peace.

peak culture

Moscow On Stage in October and November

We've already got our tickets.

UEFA Calling

Russia Storms Its Way Into Euro 2020

Team Russia thrashes Cyprus to make it to UEFA Euro 2020.

long read

'Godless Utopia: The Anti-Religious Campaign In Russia'

A book as beautifully designed as it is fascinating and timely.

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opinion

Andrei Kortunov

Is Putin Over His Resentment?

Is it a good thing that Russia appears to no longer harbor resentment towards to West? The answer is not so clear.

TECH OVERVIEW

September Report: Russia’s Tech, Investment and Start-up Deals

BlaBlaCar on the move, Calvey’s detention extended, and a new report on Russian venture capital.

Way Forward

Russia Facing Europe: A Provisional Road Map

Russia would do well to review its recent practical steps with a view to refocusing and energizing its policies toward the European Union.

RE-EDUCATION CAMPS

‘If They Send Us Back to China We Will Die’: Uighur Brothers Fight Deportation From Russia

Twins seeking refugee status are desperate to avoid the fate of a friend, who tells of his time in a re-education camp in China for the first time.

moscowliving

Aeromenu by Novikov - fly&dine

This brilliant concept will provide you fresh&tasty food during and after your flight for a very fair price! Aeromenu is a food delivery service started...

moscowliving

The Lumiere Brothers - photo exhibitions

The Lumiere Brothers center for photography in Red October holds two exhibitions this autumn which are definitely worth a visit.

moscowliving

Win a free night @ Izumrudny Les hotel

Only 1,5 hour drive from Moscow you'll find this picturesque chalet type resort.

moscowliving

LureMe - fish restaurant & deli

LureMe occupies the entire, nicely renovated and stylish mansion just across our favorite restaurant Uilliams.

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