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In Photos: Moscow Cheers for Russia in Euro 2020 Fan Zone

Those who couldn't make it to St. Petersburg can still watch their favorite teams on the big screen.

Moscow Re-Introduces Restrictions as Virus Surges

Russia's capital announced new curbs on recreation and nightlife and a "non-working week" in hopes of slowing new Covid-19 cases.

‘Ring of Fire’ Solar Eclipse Blazes Over Russia – In Photos

The rare phenomenon was visible in many parts of Russia.

different, but the same

Photographer’s Love Letter to Post-Soviet Urban Monotony Comes to Moscow

How many differences can you spot?

Scenes From Russia's Landmark Business Forum

Russia pulled out all the stops for its first St. Petersburg International Economic Forum since the start of the pandemic.

Experience the Moskvitch Automotive Dream

The Moscow Transport Museum has launched an innovative show about a once-innovative car.

'The Last Bell': Russia's High School Seniors Celebrate Leaving

The last day of school is one of friendship, laughter and tears.

Andrei Sakharov Centennial

Celebrating the Life and Work of Andrei Sakharov

The renowned physicist, writer and defender of human rights would have been 100 years old today.

too hot to handle

In Photos: Muscovites Battle Record-Breaking Heatwave

The mercury in the Russian capital rose to 29.2 degrees Celsius this week, beating the previous record set in 1897.

Moscow's Fountains Reopen to Mark Summer's Arrival

Muscovites can beat the heat with the more than 600 fountains across the capital this summer.

breaking the fast

In Photos: Russia's Muslims Mark Ramadan's End on Eid al-Fitr

Celebrations were muted for a second year in a row due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

'huge and unexpected loss'

Russians Mark Day of Mourning After School Shooting

Nine people, mostly children, were killed in one of the country's worst shooting incidents in recent history.

In Photos: Russia Marks 76 Years of WWII Victory With Red Square Parade

The landmark procession aimed to boost patriotic sentiment at home and project Russia's military might abroad amid historic tensions.

eggs and pussy willows

In Photos: Orthodox Easter Celebrations Across Russia

Despite the still-raging coronavirus pandemic, believers marked the Russian Orthodox Church's most sacred religious holiday.

dress rehearsal

In Photos: Russian Military Rehearses for WWII Victory Parade

Thousands of troops and hundreds of military vehicles moved through central Moscow ahead of the landmark procession.

St. Petersburg's Landmark 'Fonari' Bathhouse Reopens After 15 Years

One of St. Petersburg's most famous and beautiful bathhouses has finally reopened after restoration.

STRIKING IMAGES

Winning Photos: Russian Talent in the World Press Photo Awards

The winning pictures are published in an annual yearbook and assembled into a yearlong exhibition.

In Photos: Navalny’s Supporters Take to the Streets

Tens of thousands called for Navalny’s release or treatment by outside doctors as he entered his fourth week of hunger strike.

Northern Traditions

Russia's Arctic Reindeer Herders Gather for Annual Festival

The Reindeer Herders' Festival celebrates the unique lifestyle and culture of Russia's nomadic reindeer herding communities.

In Photos: Prince Philip's Russia Visits

While Prince Philip famously said "I would very much like to go to Russia, although the bastards murdered half my family," he visited more than once.

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