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Here comes the sun

In Photos: Long-Awaited Spring Arrives in Moscow

After record-setting snowfalls and cold temperatures, meteorological spring is finally here.
Cinema revival

Moscow's Oldest Cinema Reopens After 7-Year Reconstruction

The theater is 112 years old.
western tradition

In Photos: Russia Celebrates Western Easter Sunday

Meanwhile, Russia's Orthodox Christian majority will mark Easter next month.
the dark side

Moscow’s Landmarks Descend Into Darkness for Earth Hour

Thousands of buildings turned off the lights to promote environmental awareness.
persian new year

Russia's Turkic, Persian Communities Ring in Spring With Nowruz

The ancient spring equinox holiday celebrates renewal and new beginnings.
Crepe week

In Photos: Russia Burns the Winter Blues Away With Maslenitsa Festivities

The widely celebrated folk festival is one of Russia's longest-running traditions.
Women's Day

From the MT Archive: Portraits of Russian Womanhood

Celebrate Women's Day by taking a look back at life for Russian women in the 1990s.
Through the lens

Russian, Ukrainian Photographers Shortlisted for World’s Top Award

The Moscow Times presents works by photographers shortlisted for this year's Sony World Photography Awards.
cold rush

Russians Race Across Baikal in Icy Marathon Sprint

Each year, racers bike, ski and skate across 210 kilometers of ice and snow on Lake Baikal. Are you up for the challenge?
lights up

Navalny Supporters Stage Flashlight Protests, in Photos

Thousands participated in Belarus-style neighborhood gatherings in support of the jailed opposition leader.
heart to heart

In Photos: Love Is in the Air on Russian Valentine's Day

Muscovites went all-out on the most romantic holiday of the year.
deep freeze

In Photos: Record-Breaking Cold Grips Moscow

Muscovites are living through the coldest February of the decade.
grim aftermath

In Photos: Russia Cracks Down on Navalny Protesters Following Prison Ruling

More than 1,400 people were detained amid the harsh, widespread police crackdown.
Against all odds

In Photos: Navalny Protests Sweep Moscow Despite Crackdown

Thousands marched through Russia's capital on Sunday despite a lockdown and mass arrests.
behind the fence

A Glimpse at 'Putin's Palace,' 10 Years Ago

The extravagant Black Sea mansion alleged to belong to Putin got renewed attention this week after opposition leader Alexei Navalny's investigation.
NIPPY DIP

Russians Celebrate Epiphany With a Bone-Chilling Bath

Both believers and non-believers take the plunge.
BITTER HOMECOMING

Chaos as Poisoned Opposition Figure Navalny Comes Home

Alexei Navalny came back to Russia after recovering in Germany from a poisoning attack that Western experts concluded was Novichok.
big chill

First Snowstorm of 2021 Blankets Moscow in Real Russian Winter

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

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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