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First Snowstorm of 2021 Blankets Moscow in Real Russian Winter

A Balkan cyclone brought heavy snow and freezing temperatures to the capital.

In Photos: How Russians Celebrate the Winter Holidays

From beloved wintertime activities to New Year and Orthodox Christmas, the first week of the year is one of the most festive times in Russia.

photo flashback

Russia in 2020: The Year in Photos

A look back at the images that defined 2020 in Russia — from snapshots of everyday life to historic moments that will be remembered for years to come...

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In Photos: Moscow Gears Up for the New Year

The Russian capital's extravagant holiday decorations are a much-needed antidote to the long, dark winter nights.

In Photos: Russians Embrace a True Siberian Winter

Life goes on, even at minus 50 C.

Museum of Self-Isolation Opens To Empty Halls

Museum of Moscow and Triumf Gallery have been collecting art and stories of self-isolation.

In Photos: Russia Rolls Out Sputnik Vaccine

The first non-trial vaccinations with Russia's Covid-19 vaccine have begun, starting with medics, teachers and social workers.

Moscow Skates Through the Pandemic at Outdoor Ice Rinks

Outdoor ice skating rinks opened over the weekend despite the pandemic.

Moscow Welcomes Winter's First Snowfall

A Scandinavian cyclone transformed the capital into a winter wonderland.

all of the lights

Moscow Prepares for Pandemic New Year's

This year's festivities may be canceled, but that's not stopping the Russian capital from going all-out with the decorations.

easing the pressure

Moscow Medics Battle Coronavirus On Converted Ice Rink

The capital's main speed-skating venue is now being used to treat hundreds of coronavirus patients.

In Photos: Armenians in Nagorno-Karabakh Burn Down Homes Ahead of Azerbaijan Handover

Armenians fleeing ceded districts are burning their homes to ash, making them unusable for future Azerbaijani residents.

Representing America

U.S. President-Elect Joe Biden's Visits to Russia, In Photos

The former vice president and current president-elect of the U.S. has made several trips to Russia over the decades.

Muscovites Send a Message of Peace and Tolerance on National Unity Day

The holiday aims to promote ethnic and religious tolerance among the country’s diverse population.

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Encounters On and Off the Trans-Siberian Train

How do you approach a stranger on the streets? How do you ask to take a photograph without speaking the language?

colorful history

Russian Photo Colorist Brings New Life to Historic Photographs

A former German language professor shows the true colors of Russia's history — from imperial royalty to ordinary Soviet citizens.

In Photos: 10 Years of Sobyanin’s Moscow

From urban beautification to this year's strict coronavirus lockdown, Sobyanin's tenure is one to remember.

Muscovites Bid Farewell to Warm Fall Weather

Residents soaked in the last bits of bright fall colors before the first snow was recorded Tuesday.

handmade memorials

Armenians and Azerbaijanis in Moscow Pay Tribute to Karabakh Victims

Members of the Armenian and Azerbaijani diasporas placed flowers, signs and other memorials at their embassies.

LIFE IN THE PANDEMIC

Moscow Confronts Second Coronavirus Wave, in Photos

For the Russian capital's 12.7 million residents, life largely continues as normal — but with some restrictions.

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