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To the polls

Putin Agrees to Hold Nationwide Vote on Constitutional Changes on April 22 – Interfax

The proposed constitutional changes could give Putin scope to extend his grip on power after leaving the presidency.

'excessive measures'

China to Russia: End Discriminatory Coronavirus Measures Against Chinese

The Chinese Embassy deplored what it called the "ubiquitous monitoring" of Chinese nationals, including on Moscow public transport.

wanted abroad

Belarus Arrests Jehovah’s Witness at Russia’s Request

It marks the first time Belarus has arrested a member of the religious group following a request from Russia.

breaking the silence

‘I Created the System’: Kremlin’s Ousted ‘Grey Cardinal’ Surkov, in Quotes

Putin's ex-aide argued that the president's constitutional reforms may allow him to reset his term limit.

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Combatting the contagion

Russia Fights Coronavirus

Russia Partially Suspends South Korea Flights, Iranian Visas Over Coronavirus

China to Russia: End Discriminatory Coronavirus Measures Against Chinese

Coronavirus in Russia: The Latest News | Feb. 26

Russian TV Hosts Combat Coronavirus With The Power of Song

Folklore Frenzy

Tretyakov Opening: 'The Russian Fairy Tale'

Organizer Alexei Tregubov claims “this exhibit is not only for children, but for the child in every adult.”

opinion

Gennady Rudkevich

In the West, Russia Backs Chaos, not Candidates

As long as the Russian people see democracy in the West as a failure, they will have lower expectations of their own government.

public confrontation

Putin Says ‘It’s Tough’ to Live Below Minimum Wage in Response to Disgruntled Woman

Observers quickly drew comparisons to former Prime Minister Medvedev’s infamous “There’s no money, but you hang in there” refrain from 2016.

Generation Gulag

Betraying the Motherland | Generation Gulag: Valentina Vodyanitskaya

The KGB forbade Valentina from talking about her time in a Gulag camp. Today, she tells her story.

HEAT HEAVEN

‘It’s Like Nirvana’: Inside the Banya, Russia’s Centuries-Old Winter Refuge

Russians have been visiting the traditional bathhouses since the 11th century.

opinion

Gennady Rudkevich

In the West, Russia Backs Chaos, not Candidates

opinion

Surkov’s End and the KPIocrats’ Triumph

opinion

Michele A. Berdy

Breathing Out and Breathing In

opinion

Don’t Expect an Economic Miracle in Putin’s Russia

opinion

Marianna Belenkaya

Russia-Turkey Alliance Is Beginning to Unravel in Syria

opinion

Early State Duma Elections?

musical healthcare

Russian TV Hosts Combat Coronavirus With The Power of Song

PEP IN YOUR STEP

Russian Bear Takes Owner Out For Ice Skating

RUSSIAN ROMANCE

Russian Soldier Wins Girl Over With Tanks on Valentine’s Day

Coronavirus Video

Russian Pranksters Scare Population with Coronavirus Pranks

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FINTECH

Russia's Richest Man Launches Metals Blockchain

Central Bank gives green light to Vladimir Potanin’s crypto token, Atomyze.

FUN AND GAMES

U.S. Accuses Rosneft of ‘Playing Games’ to Avoid Venezuela Sanctions

Russian oil giant using network of subsidiaries to help Venezuela ship oil.

WEEKEND PROFILE

Alexander Galitsky: From Soviet Engineer to Libertarian Investor

The father of the Russian internet tells The Moscow Times he wants to kill all borders and warns that society is falling behind technology.

JOURNEY CANCELED

Carpooling Startup BlaBlaCar Cancels Crimea Service

The ride-sharing platform will no longer be available on the annexed peninsula.

Folklore Frenzy

Tretyakov Opening: 'The Russian Fairy Tale'

Organizer Alexei Tregubov claims “this exhibit is not only for children, but for the child in every adult.”

a sign of spring

Moscow Kicks Off 'Pancake Week' With Song, Dance and Blini

A look at one of Russia's most-beloved folk holidays.

MT Offline

Moscow Press Corps Reveals (Almost) All

Mark your calendars: MT Offline events will be every third Tuesday of the month. Ink it in!

Just for men

How to Celebrate Russia’s ‘Men’s Day’ in Moscow

A guide to celebrating Defender of the Fatherland Day with the special man in your life.

long read

From Wales to Dzerzhinsk 'In the Footsteps of Ghosts'

A hauntingly beautiful short film about the past of a country, an industry, a family and the scars left behind.

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STRATEGIC PLAYER

How Mishustin Rose to the Top: Old Ties, Savvy and a Knack for Systems

Vladimir Putin shocked the world when he named a little-known tax chief his number two. We delve into the new Russian prime minister’s background.

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?

moscowliving

The Littles - Best Kids Cafe

Thanks to our German friend we found out about the best kids cafe in Moscow! It's located near Moscow City, but wherever you live, this is worth the drive...

moscowliving

Probka & Shtopor - cozy bar at the Pond

This small bar directly at Patriarchy Pond is really recommendable. We like to go there on the weekend after a restaurant visit, to let the evening come...

moscowliving

Best weekend getaways from Moscow

Moscow is an amazing city, but let's be honest, sometimes you need a break from all the buzz. What are the best weekend getaways from Moscow? We list our...

moscowliving

Pino - A New Great Restaurant On Patriarchy Ponds

We had a very nice Saturday night dinner at Pino, a new restaurant on Patriarchy Ponds. Although Pino has just opened it's doors to the public, it has...

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