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life in lockdown

Hoping for Bar Hopping Again: Portraits of Moscow Bar Owners

Moscow's bars may be shuttered, but that doesn't mean they are lifeless. Photos by Maria Slepkova.
Walks allowed

In Photos: Moscow Takes First Post-Coronavirus Steps Outside

Quarantine is over, if you want it.
face-forward

Moscow's Face Mask Fashions Embrace the Funny, Weird and Nonsensical

This season's must-have fashion accessory is a mask to match your personality.
school's out

Russia's High School Seniors Ring the 'Last Bell' in Self-Isolation

The time-honored tradition marking the last day of classes for high school grads didn't stop for the coronavirus.
Eid al-Fitr

Russia's Muslims Celebrate the End of Ramadan in the Time of a Pandemic

The Eid al-Fitr holiday is a feast marking the end of the month-long fast of Ramadan.
tentative steps

Russians Slowly Emerge From Virus Quarantine, in Photos

Russians across the country are gradually returning to their normal lives after six weeks of lockdown.
pretty in pink

Springtime Blossoms Arrive in Moscow

Russia's capital is in bloom while its residents are under quarantine.
WWII retrospective

In Photos: Soviet Wartime Memories

Archive photos capture the Soviet Union's World War II experience on the 75th anniversary of its victory.
taking to the skies

In Photos: Military Planes Fly Over Moscow in V-Day Rehearsal

Fighter jets and bombers flew in formation over the Russian capital, surprising many residents with the noise.
faces of resistance

In Photos: Russia's Doctors and Nurses on the Coronavirus Frontlines

Photos capture the struggle and heroism of the people fighting the pandemic across Russia.
CHRIST IS RISEN

Russia Marks Orthodox Easter Under Coronavirus Lockdown

Pared-down celebrations were the order of the day across the country.
Quarantine tour

Take a Virtual Journey to Russia's Undiscovered Gems

The world's largest country has no shortage of jaw-dropping natural wonders.
In photos

Russia Celebrates Orthodox Palm Sunday Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

Some churches observed social distancing — others allowed worshippers to crowd in as usual.
#quarantinecreativity

Russia's 'Isolation Art' Takes the Internet By Storm

The creative challenge that has Russians recreating iconic artworks was an instant sensation — and we can't get enough.
quarantine creativity

How to Spend Quarantine Creatively in Russia: Look Like a Painting

Day 4 of Quarantine: Do I look more like Frida Kahlo or a Dutch noblewoman?
under lockdown

Moscow's Streets and Landmarks Abandoned Amid Citywide Coronavirus Quarantine

The ever-bustling Russian capital has been transformed into a post-apocalyptic sight.
Coronavirus-Hit Russia

In Photos: Russia's New Coronavirus Reality

A peek into everyday life for Russians amid the coronavirus pandemic.
ghost town

In Photos: Coronavirus Transforms the Face of Moscow

In the age of social distancing, Moscow's ever-crowded streets are emptying out.
BURNING BRIDGES

Fires Blaze Across Russia for Maslenitsa

Casting out winter and welcoming spring.
DREAM ISLAND

Russia Opens Fairy-Tale Theme Park

Dream Island wants to rival Disneyland.
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