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Mesto47

On and Off the Trans-Siberian Train: The Rapper

The Mesto47 team learn about hard lives and perseverance.
long read

Ksenia Buksha’s 'The Freedom Factory'

Enjoy a splendid women's day of writer, translator and reviewer.
home theater

Watch Three Free Films About Russian and Soviet Life

Three films reveal different aspects of life in the Soviet century - but are they all so different?
Pass the popcorn

Moscow Cinemas Prepare to Open on Aug. 1

Moscow cinemas are ready to open their doors after a long quarantine. But there's a catch.
passing the time

‘The Master and Margarita’ Named Most Popular Russian Prison Read

Fyodor Dostoyevsky’s “Crime and Punishment” is also highly popular among Russian prisoners.
difficult road

Russia's Transgender People in Their Own Words

Lawmakers recently introduced legislation that will have profound implications for the country’s transgender population.
Russian staycation

Krasnodar: Come for the Sea, Stay for the Champagne

Are you and the kids going to the Russian sea shore this summer? Let that sunburn heal on a drive inland!
Beat Film Festival

Beat Film Fest Kicks Off Aug. 1

The biggest documentary film festival in Russia is celebrating its tenth anniversary.
mesto 47

On and Off the Trans-Siberian Train: The Fortuneteller

Rimma may be old, but she still feels needed.
quarantine cuisine

By the Book: 'The Soviet Diet Cookbook'

Learning to cook the (post-) Soviet way: with Babushka and The Book.
socially distanced excursion

Moscow Getaway to Nikola-Lenivets Art Park

It's like Russian Portlandia meets Midsommar — but so much more.
no bad vibes

Russian Moviegoers ‘Not Ready for Dramas’ Amid Pandemic, Culture Ministry Says

Only “light-hearted and simple” movies will be screened at movie theaters in the early stages of reopening, the Culture Minister said.
saving russian art

'Costakis' Choice' at Moscow's AZ Museum

The AZ Museum is celebrating the life and work of the man who saved Russian 20th century art.
POST-QUARANTINE CULTURE

Moscow's Museums Welcome Back Visitors With New Exhibitions

A look at what's going on in Moscow’s post-lockdown arts scene.
Mesto47

On and Off the Trans-Siberian Train: The Ex-Cop

An ex-cop in Siberia shares some stories and gives some good advice. When in doubt - run.
quarantine cuisine

Cool Down with Slavic Ceviche

Jennifer Eremeeva proves that if Russians love cured salmon and adore sushi, they'll eat up ceviche, too.
virus visuals

Russia Pays Tribute to Coronavirus Doctors With Murals

Russia's fight against coronavirus is being transformed into large pieces of art across the country.
War of Monuments

Russian Public Figures to Join Online Talk on 'War of Monuments'

The Russian Jewish Congress has invited leading journalists, writers, musicians and architects to a discussion Thursday.
Russian staycation

A Long Weekend in Lipetsk

Looking for a weekend trip off the beaten path? Try Lipetsk - good for culture lovers and families.
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