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OFF THE HOOK

Ukraine President Gives Prime Minister Second Chance After Tape Leak

Prime Minister Oleksiy Honcharuk had offered to quit after an audio recording suggested he had criticized the president

STICKY SITUATION

Ukrainian PM Offers to Quit After Tape Suggests He Criticized President

The Ukrainian prime minister submitted his resignation Friday but later hinted he might stay.

Up in the air

Russia’s Largest Airport Opens New $500M International Terminal

With the opening of Terminal C, Sheremetyevo’s maximum capacity will reach 80 million passengers per year.

take no side

Top Russian University Moves to Ban Political Speech

The move comes after Moscow’s Higher School of Economics (HSE) became embroiled in several controversies last year.

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Looking ahead

Russia in 2020

For Russia Regional Coverage, Look to These 9 Independent Media

Will Russia Enforce Its New Internet Laws in 2020?

Russia in 2020: Where Are All the Foreign Banks?

2020: The Year in Culture

Lucky babies

Russia’s Arctic: The New Hot Spot for Chinese Couples?

In Chinese tradition, conceiving a baby under the Northern Lights is believed to bring good luck to the baby.

opinion

Andrei Kolesnikov

Planning for a (Not So) Post-Putin Russia

The president has made it clear that no one is going anywhere.

News Analysis

Will Putin Stay Or Will He Go? Bombshell Address and Shock Medvedev Resignation Offer Big Hint

Real and proposed changes to the structure of the Russian government shine a light on Vladimir Putin and the country’s futures.

looking back

From the Archive: A Real Russian Winter From the 90s

This winter has been one of the warmest in Moscow's history. Here's a look back at what a real winter used to look like in Russia's capital.

Fantasy feline

Russian ‘Healing’ Cat Goes on Sale for $320K

“Whenever I’m in doubt, I always have a dream where everything is spelled out and I'm told what to do,” the cat's owner says of its powers.

opinion

Michele A. Berdy

50 Ways to Leave Your Government

opinion

Russians Have Little Say in Their Future

opinion

Alexey Eremenko

How Will Putin’s Reforms Pan Out for Russian Business?

opinion

Andrei Kolesnikov

Planning for a (Not So) Post-Putin Russia

opinion

Leonid Bershidsky

Russia’s New Prime Minister Is a Bureaucratic Superman

opinion

Putin's Late New Year’s Gift for Russia’s Elites

Fantasy feline

Russian ‘Healing’ Cat Goes on Sale for $320K

Viktor's workout plan

Viktor the Fat Russian Cat Slims Down Ahead of Next Trip

eight lives left

Bionic Russian Cat Becomes Second-Ever to Receive 4 Prosthetic Limbs

Subtle allegory

Putin as Greek Titan Graces Moscow Apartment Block's Facade

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opinion

Alexey Eremenko

How Will Putin’s Reforms Pan Out for Russian Business?

By addressing the “2024 problem” early Putin has given the investment community some breathing room.

economical changes

Putin’s Cabinet Revamp Clouds Path for Russian Rate Cuts

The Bank of Russia may halt monetary easing after five consecutive interest-rate cuts due to uncertainty following a government shake-up.

IN THE THICK OF IT

Russian Economic Officials Cancel Keynote Speeches Amid Reshuffle

Top economic officials have canceled speeches at a forum that traditionally helps set the year's economic agenda.

losing interest

Russia’s $40 Billion Gold Buying Binge Is Slowing Down

The key question is whether Russia’s decision to tap the brakes will hurt gold demand and prices, or buyers will come in from elsewhere.

long read

‘We Are Building Capitalism!’

Time travel: visit Moscow during the roaring 90s with Robert Stephenson as your guide.

looking back

From the Archive: A Real Russian Winter From the 90s

This winter has been one of the warmest in Moscow's history. Here's a look back at what a real winter used to look like in Russia's capital.

sponsored

Find the Ideal International School for Your Child

When your child feels safe, challenged and happy at school, they will ultimately become the best they can be.

Fantasy land

Immersive Pushkin-Themed Park to Open in St. Petersburg in 2023

The iconic Russian writer's fairy-tale universe will be brought to life in a sprawling new park.

ladies only

Belarussian Writer Alexievich Starts All-Women Publishing House

“Men, they are everywhere, and women’s works are rarely published,” the writer said.

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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.

Lessons (un)learned

7 Lessons Russian Strategists Learned From Soviet Intervention in Afghanistan

This month 40 years ago, the Soviet Union launched its military intervention in Afghanistan.

moscowliving

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...

moscowliving

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...

moscowliving

Dhaba - Colourful And Spicy Indian

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

moscowliving

Charities - Donate & Contribute

There are many opportunities to help others. In Moscow there are several options when it comes to charities. Here we list a few where you can donate clothes...

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