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Obituary

Former Moscow Mayor Yury Luzhkov Dies at 83

Luzhkov, who served as Moscow's mayor for 18 years from 1992-2010, was reportedly in Europe when he died.

Normandy talks

‘No Miracle, But We’ve Advanced’: Russia-Ukraine Peace Summit Results

The two sides agreed on a prisoner swap, renewed their commitment to a ceasefire and more.

'collective punishment'

Moscow Could Appeal Russia Sports Ban, Putin Says

Putin said Russia would analyze a decision, which, according to him, was not in the interest of sport.

Awards season buzz

'Chernobyl' Nabs 4 Golden Globe Nominations

The highly acclaimed HBO miniseries was nominated in every category it entered.

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opinion

Chechnya’s Awkard Anniversary

Twenty-five years ago, the Russian government went to war in Chechnya. Few will be marking this anniversary.

neutral flag

‘We Got What We Deserved’: Russia Reacts to Doping Ban

Russia's four-year ban from world sporting events is the latest blow to the country's already tarnished sporting reputation.

opinion

In British Elections, a (Non) Debate on Russia

Neither Labour nor the Conservative Party is willing or concerned enough to spend political capital to prioritize reviving U.K.–Russia relations.

Winter procession

2,000 Russian Santa Clauses Are Coming to Town

Will the real Ded Moroz please stand up?

New frontier

Russian Forces Enter Former Islamic State Stronghold of Raqqa After U.S. Pullback

Moscow continues to fill the vacuum created by President Donald Trump's decision to pull U.S. forces from northern Syria

opinion

Leonid Bershidsky

Four-Year Doping Ban on Athletes Should Scare All Russians

opinion

Chechnya’s Awkard Anniversary

opinion

In British Elections, a (Non) Debate on Russia

opinion

Michele A. Berdy

A Russian Holiday Party Primer

opinion

Leonid Bershidsky for Bloomberg

Facebook Just Can’t Seem to Beat the Russians

opinion

Kremlin’s Cruel LGBT Crackdown Has Outlived Its Usefulness

wash your hands

Russian Artist Gets Down and Dirty With Car Murals

Unorthodox treatment

Crimean Doctor Prescribes Patient With Holy Relic Visit

Ice age pet

Dog or Wolf? Prehistoric Puppy Discovered in Russia Might Be Missing Link

bad blood

Moscow Enlists Vampires for Vaccination Drive

More meanwhile in russia

Climate Emergency

Russia's Climate Crisis

Ice Between Russia and Alaska Is At Record Lows, Scientists Warn

How Does a Powerful Russian Lobby Plan to Halt Climate Change? With Coal, Oil and Gas

11,000 Scientists Warn of ‘Untold Suffering’ From Climate Change. Only 4 of Them Are Russian.

Russia Rejects Climate Change Plan After Business Uproar

MONEY TROUBLES

Russia Pushes Ukraine to Pay Back Disputed $3Bln Loan

Case opens in British Supreme Court over Russian loan deal struck with ousted Ukrainian President as peace talks open in Paris.

NEW DEAL

Russia Wins Oil Concessions at Key OPEC+ Meeting

Russia will not have to cut production significantly under terms of new Russia-Saudi deal.

EVIL EMPIRE

U.S. Cracks Down on Russian 'Evil Corp' Cybercrime Group

Russian hackers stole more than $100 million in eight-year operation run out of Moscow cafe basements.

NOMINATIVE DETERMINISM

U.S. Sanctions Russian Cybercrime Outfit 'Evil Corp'

The U.S. government is offering a $5 million reward for information about Evil Corp leader.

Awards season buzz

'Chernobyl' Nabs 4 Golden Globe Nominations

The highly acclaimed HBO miniseries was nominated in every category it entered.

Winter procession

2,000 Russian Santa Clauses Are Coming to Town

Will the real Ded Moroz please stand up?

Never nude

Russian Gallery Puts Stickers Over Nude Art

“In my 20 years of art exhibitions, this is the first time I’m encountering this,” the artist said.

long read

'Russia's 20th Century: A Journey in 100 Histories'

100 vignettes of Russian life that together form a vivid history of a tumultuous, tragic, heroic century.

Festival Time

Moscow's Magical Chinese Lantern Festival, in Photos

Ancient Chinese traditions meet modern technology in each display.

More Arts and Life

opinion

What the New EU Leadership Should Do About Russia

There must be a sober assessment of what is and is not possible between the EU and Russia.

opinion

Leonid Bershidsky

I Just Translated ‘1984’ Into Russian. I’m Gasping for Air

Reading “1984” closely is both sickening and cathartic because so much is instantly recognizable.

Orthodox Empire

Russia’s ‘Orthodox Tycoon’ Is Bankrolling a Monarchist Movement. But Where Does He Get His Money?

About 30% of Russians have monarchist views, but when Malofeyev talks about monarchy, it is not an abstract concept.

OCCRP Investigation

Swedbank’s High-Risk Russian Secrets

Leaked reports show Russian oligarch Mikhail Abyzov moved a fortune offshore through the Swedish bank.

moscowliving

Pifagor - A Modern Greek Cuisine

A new Greek restaurant Pifagor (Pythagoras) has recently opened in Moscow. Pifagor belongs to Alexander Rapport Restaurant Company which also includes...

moscowliving

Mitzva Bar - The Only Jewish Bar in Moscow!

What is the best bar in Moscow? With so many options to choose from, it is really difficult to say which bar is the best. What we can say is that with...

moscowliving

Snejkom - Indoor Ski Center

If you're looking for a decent indoor ski slope, "Snejkom" is definitely your best option. The snow is not perfect but this is a pretty good venue in Moscow...

moscowliving

A Great Christmas Present with Russian Theme

Are you looking for Christmas presents to your family and friends, something with Russian theme and contemporary design? Nemkaberlin is the exclusively...

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