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Moscow Outlines $231Bln Plan for Arctic Oil Development

A new tax regime for the Russian Arctic aims to spark an unprecedented wave of investments in icy drilling.
financial crimes

Italian Assets Linked to Putin Ally Frozen in U.S. Investor Feud

Michael Calvey and his Baring Vostok Capital Partners were forced to cede control of Vostochny Bank to Avetisyan last year.
homophobic attacks

Anti-LGBT Hate Crimes Up in Russia, Watchdog Says

One LGBT activist was killed and seven were injured in Russia last year.
Transforming the landscape

Climate Change Is Moving Russia's Taiga North, Scientists Warn

The current developments in the Arctic have not been seen for the past 7,000 years, one scientist said.
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Combatting the contagion

Russia Fights Coronavirus
Virus Fallout Hits Lake Baikal as Chinese Tourists Stay Away
Russians Start 2-Week Coronavirus Quarantine After Return From Wuhan
Coronavirus Update: Russia Acts to Curb Spread
Russia Postpones Annual Investment Forum Over Coronavirus Concerns

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opinion
Anton Mardasov and Kirill Semenov for Riddle

Will Russia Deliver the S-400 to Iran After Ukrainian Passenger Plane Downing?

Moscow needs to figure out how to maintain ties with Tehran’s opponents without missing the opportunity to sell defense systems.
Movie Madness

“Peasant” Breaks Russian Box Office

While the film has received positive reviews for its production and execution, some question its conflicting messages regarding violence and humor.
Generation Gulag

Love at First Sight | Generation Gulag: Galina Nelidova

One moment between Galina and a young Norwegian man led to five years in a Gulag labor camp.
Downward cat pose

Cat Yoga Brings Muscovites Closer to Zen

An anti-cafe in central Moscow found the perfect solution to the post-New Year blues.
opinion
Oksana Antonenko

Why Brexit Won’t Affect EU-Russia Relations

Many things will change radically, but despite some predictions, relations with Russia look set to remain the same.

opinion

opinion
Anton Mardasov and Kirill Semenov for Riddle

Will Russia Deliver the S-400 to Iran After Ukrainian Passenger Plane Downing?
opinion
Oksana Antonenko

Why Brexit Won’t Affect EU-Russia Relations
opinion
Michele A. Berdy

Fixing It Up the Russian Way
opinion
Vladimir Frolov

Goodbye, Palestine! Why Trump’s ‘Peace Deal’ Is Good for Moscow
opinion
Deborah Bronnert CMG, British Ambassador to the Russian Federation

On Brexit Day, Britain Is Ready to Start a New Chapter
opinion
Artyom Shraibman

Oil Spoils the Russia-Belarus Romance
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Meanwhile in Russia

20 YEARS OF PUTIN

Kremlin Releases New Footage of Putin’s 2001 Visit to Bush in Texas
divine intervention

Moscow Orthodox Church Prays for Salvation From Coronavirus
Panda Victories

Moscow Zoo Wins International Giant Panda Awards
OUT OF PLACE

Circus Elephants Filmed Wandering Russian Streets
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Business

sponsored

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.
financial crimes

Italian Assets Linked to Putin Ally Frozen in U.S. Investor Feud

Michael Calvey and his Baring Vostok Capital Partners were forced to cede control of Vostochny Bank to Avetisyan last year.
tax break

Moscow Outlines $231Bln Plan for Arctic Oil Development

A new tax regime for the Russian Arctic aims to spark an unprecedented wave of investments in icy drilling.
CAPITAL PUNISHMENT

Russian Businessman Claims He Was Hoodwinked by Government Capital Amnesty Program

First Russian to use Putin amnesty program says FSB accessed his secret tax declarations and used it to help seize $570 million of assets.
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arts and life

Digital History

Eleven Centuries of Russian Patterns, Now Online

The archive contains over 7,000 authentic patterns created by the national groups of Russia, the Soviet Union, and the Russian Empire.
Movie Madness

“Peasant” Breaks Russian Box Office

While the film has received positive reviews for its production and execution, some question its conflicting messages regarding violence and humor.
Obituary

Sociologist Teodor Shanin Dies at 89

The renowned scholar and president of the Moscow School for the Social and Economic Sciences passed away on Tuesday.
Downward cat pose

Cat Yoga Brings Muscovites Closer to Zen

An anti-cafe in central Moscow found the perfect solution to the post-New Year blues.
Fan art

16-Year-Old Russian Artist Lands Vogue Cover With Billie Eilish Drawing

Eilish herself reportedly hand-selected Nastya Kovtun, who hails from the central Russian city of Chaykovsky, to draw her likeness.
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In-Depth

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?
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Moscowliving

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Tips to Enjoy Russian Winters

Russian winters are usually long and therefore we will give some practical tips that will help you trough the winter and enjoy this season!
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Best City Trip – Is It Safe to Travel to Moscow?

We often hear the question "is it safe to travel to Moscow?" and therefore we decided to write about it, as the answer is absolutely yes!
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Best Ski Areas In and Around Moscow

Moscow is the perfect place for winter sports with all this snow! But what are the best places to ski near Moscow? The nearby options have a limited altitude...
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Multimedia Art Museum – For Modern Art Lovers

Multimedia Art Museum Moscow (MAMM) is a contemporary art museum opened in post Soviet time in the premises of the Moscow House of Photography.
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