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Berlinale 2023: Foreign Films on Russian Screens

The Russian film industry is doing well while Belarussian filmmakers stake out independent ground.
Vagina Monologues

Russian Court Overturns Acquittal of LGBT Activist on Pornography Charges

Yulia Tsvetkova’s case prompted nationwide pickets and online flashmobs protesting her prosecution.
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weekend kitchen

Ice-Cold Sushi From Russia's North

The nations of the far north knew what to do with fish: freeze it, skin it, and slice it into thin strips.
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the word's worth

Shame That Is Cringeworthy

When figuring out teen slang leads to a puzzle with an English translation.
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political promotion

Former Kremlin Youth Activist Appointed Head of Pushkin Museum

A former policewoman and erstwhile pro-Kremlin youth movement member has been appointed to run Moscow’s Pushkin Museum.
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long read

Author Jade McGlynn Takes On 'Russia's War'

Vladimir Putin could not fight a war against Ukraine without the backing of the Russian people.
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languages of peace

Voices of Russia: The Wounded Heart of a Urals Artist

Alisa Gorshenina, aka Alice Hualice, launched the art project “I hear the voices of Russia.”
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weekend kitchen

The Art of Vinaigrette

In French vinaigrette is a dressing; in Russian, it's a salad... dressed with vinaigrette.
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the word's worth

Of Ear Noodles and Maniacal Printers

How you can spend a day translating three words.
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In depth

Books Removed and Movies Banned Under Russia’s ‘LGBT Propaganda’ Law

The vague wording of the legislation has encouraged self-censorship and led major publishers and streaming services to erase content.
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domestic reaction

'Navalny' Oscar Win Ignored, Condemned by Russian State Media

Anybody relying solely on Russian state media to find out who won what at this year's Academy Awards might be forgiven for being none the wiser. 

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Awards Night

'Navalny' Wins Oscar for Best Documentary Film

Daniel Roher took home this year's best documentary Oscar for his film "Navalny" on Sunday night, electrifying the beleaguered Russian opposition.
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weekend kitchen

Revenge is Sweet With Russian Eclairs

A Swiss family's confectionary shops once delighted Russians with a sweet tooth.
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The Word's Worth

Please Don't Hit On Me, Bug Me, or Harass Me

How everyone, from gangsters to presidents, keeps people calm and in their place.
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LIVING HISTORY

In Photos: The Historic Moscow Protests of 1991

Thirty-two years ago, hundreds of thousands packed Moscow's Manezh Square to demand the resignation of Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev.
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differing optics

In Photos: Russia, Ukraine Celebrate International Women's Day in Wartime

Both countries handed awards to women serving on the frontlines or providing treatment to wounded soldiers.
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weekend kitchen

Porridge Fit For a Tsar

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so try this dish fit for the royal family.
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The word's worth

A Pocketful of Somethings

How can I say something? Let me count the ways.
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widening network

In Photos: Moscow Metro Inaugurates 'World's Longest' Circle Line

Costing an estimated $6.6 billion to build, the line is one of the largest infrastructure projects in Russia in recent decades.
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