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RAMPING IT UP

Russia-North Korea Trade Up Despite Sanctions, Reports Say

Pyongyang has been under UN sanctions since 2006 over its missile and nuclear programs.
NOAH'S ARK

Australian Wildlife Finds Sanctuary on Russian Migrant’s Farm

Animals began flocking to Vladimir Balashov's farm after his neighbors' properties burned down on New Year's Eve.
JUST SAY NO

Activists Urge Russians to Vote Against Putin’s ‘Constitutional Coup’

The plea came in an open letter in Russia’s Novaya Gazeta newspaper.
NO-FLY ZONE

Flights to Moscow from China's Wuhan Suspended Over Coronavirus Fears

Russia’s deputy health minister called the disease a biological threat to the country earlier this week.
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Putin's reforms

'January Revolution'
Activists Urge Russians to Vote Against Putin’s ‘Constitutional Coup’
Putin Puts Russia Inc. Under New Management
Putin Says Russia Has to be Strong Presidential Republic
Who Made It Into Russia’s New Cabinet?

highlights

BLAST FROM THE PAST

Young People Take Back Soviet 'Kommunalkas'

Soviet Kommunalka apartments — each one housing several families — are still very much a thing in Russia's big cities.
opinion
Leonid Bershidsky

Putin Puts Russia Inc. Under New Management

The appointment of a new government doesn't necessarily signal growth.
government shuffle

Who Is Olga Lyubimova, Russia's New Culture Minister?

Reactions are mixed to Olga Lyubimova's appointment.
Generation Gulag

An Officer’s Daughter | Generation Gulag: Olga Shirokaya

Olga Shirokaya watched as Stalin eliminated his inner circle, including her father. Then, while her university class watched, the KGB arrested her, too...
opinion
Michael McFaul & Kathryn Stoner

Chinese Dreams, Russian Realities

Positive changes in Russia’s economic environment have come despite Mr. Putin’s long rule, not because of it.

opinion

opinion
Michele A. Berdy

Shame On You!

opinion
Leonid Bershidsky

Putin Puts Russia Inc. Under New Management
opinion
Ilan Berman

Putin’s Demographic Revival Is A Pipe Dream
opinion
Leonid Bershidsky

Putin's Biggest Surprise: Seeking a Strong Successor
opinion
Michael McFaul & Kathryn Stoner

Chinese Dreams, Russian Realities
opinion
Tatyana Stanovaya

Russia Prepares for a New Tandemocracy
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Meanwhile in Russia

Panda Victories

Moscow Zoo Wins International Giant Panda Awards
OUT OF PLACE

Circus Elephants Filmed Wandering Russian Streets
RUSSIAN WINTER

Walking on Russia's Frozen Lake Baikal in Winter

ON THE EDGE

Tourists Trapped in Russia's Lake Baikal
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Business

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Invitation to Companies to Bid for the Provision of Consultancy Services for Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London

Invitation to bid for consultancy services.
RAMPING IT UP

Russia-North Korea Trade Up Despite Sanctions, Reports Say

Pyongyang has been under UN sanctions since 2006 over its missile and nuclear programs.
NEW ALTERNATIVES

Belarus Touts U.S. as Possible Alternative to Russian Oil

Belarus is looking for alternatives to Russian oil and is in talks with the U.S., Saudi Arabia and the UAE about supplies.
RETAILERS’ THERAPY

Russia’s Retailers Show Signs of Revival

Footfall in malls hit a five-year high and fresh government spending should boost consumption.
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arts and life

Long read

The Beet Goes On

Jennifer Eremeeva explains, deliciously, why we should love the beet.
BLAST FROM THE PAST

Young People Take Back Soviet 'Kommunalkas'

Soviet Kommunalka apartments — each one housing several families — are still very much a thing in Russia's big cities.
sponsored

Brookes Moscow International School Authorized for International Baccalaureate

World School Middle Years Programme available from Jan. 2020.
remembering the thaw

The Poet and the Lady: Voznesensky and Kennedy

The Voznesensky Center celebrates an enduring friendship.
government shuffle

Who Is Olga Lyubimova, Russia's New Culture Minister?

Reactions are mixed to Olga Lyubimova's appointment.
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In-Depth

opinion
Michael McFaul & Kathryn Stoner

Chinese Dreams, Russian Realities

Positive changes in Russia’s economic environment have come despite Mr. Putin’s long rule, not because of it.
Hindsight

Putin Predictions of Yore: What the Pundits Thought 20 Years Ago

The new acting president’s opaqueness stirred up a storm of expert and press speculation about what a Putin presidency would mean for Russia.
opinion
Alexander Morozov for Riddle

If Putin Were to Leave Tomorrow

What would the first 90 days after a hypothetical death of the head of state look like?
2020 LOOK AHEAD

Foreign Policy Experts Map Russia’s Plans for 2020

We ask seven experts to predict what Russia has in store for the world next year.
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Multimedia Art Museum – For Modern Art Lovers

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KU Ramen – Authentic Japanese Noodles

We love ramen noodle soup which is a Japanese interpretation of a dish originating from China. A generous plate with noodles, hearty broth served with...
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Respublika – Book Cafe @ Patriarchy

Respublika opened a new bookshop at Patriarchy which has an integrated coffee shop. The big counter with the coffee bar and cashier make this place look...
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Dhaba – Colorful And Spicy Indian

If you like Indian food as we do, Dhaba has a great chance to become your favorite Indian restaurant in Moscow.
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