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Kemerovo Mourns, One Year After Fire Tragedy That Killed 60 People

Hundreds of people paid tribute to the victims of the deadly fire over the weekend.
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Pet Puma Prowls Through Snowy Moscow Park

Irma the Instagram puma is no stranger to the spotlight.
Crackdown

Russia's Political Prisoners, in Photos

As many as 200 people are currently being held as political prisoners in Russia.
What's the craic

Ireland Comes to Arbat for St. Patrick's Day

Hordes of revelers descended on Moscow to celebrate all things Irish.
crimea five years on

Crimeans Take to the Streets in Celebrations, in Photos

Patriotic fervor gripped crowds during celebrations of the fifth anniversary of Crimea's annexation.
Cute emergency

Russian Puppies to the Rescue

Here's a look at some of the precious pups who keep Russia safe.
Iconic

Artisans Craft New Icon for Russian Military Cathedral

Artisans are crafting a new icon for a Russian Orthodox cathedral built in honor of the country’s Armed Forces.
Hot wheels

Russian Luxury Car Makes European Debut at Geneva Motor Show

"Nobody expects a luxury brand from Russia," Aurus' CEO said at the Swiss auto show.
Burning up

Pancakes Flip and Fires Roar over Maslenitsa 2019

Russia's lead-up to Lent came to an end with traditional bonfires across the country.
In pictures

Russia's Women On Every Day Besides Women's Day

Here's a look at Russian women at work with guns, drones, microscopes and rescue equipment.
sweaty snow

Hardy Runners Race for Glory on Russia's Lake Baikal

Last weekend, the toughest of the tough tied their shoelaces to take part in a freezing race across the world's deepest lake.
blini bewilderment

All the Pancakes and Parties of Maslenitsa in Moscow

Take a look at the wild festivities of Maslenitsa and dribble over the sight of these batter-based delights!
guerrilla sleds

Sled Warfare Marks Defender of the Fatherland Day in Moscow

Muscovites chose their weapons of choice for a Defender of the Fatherland day on the slopes.
War booty

Russia Starts Countrywide Parade of Syrian War Trophies, in Photos

The exhibition features a so-called "jihad mobile" used by militants in Syria.
Frozen fishing

Ice Fishing on a Russian River

From Kazan to the Gulf of Finland outside St. Petersburg, these pictures capture the art and patience of a day out on the frozen lakes.
From the archive

Remembering the Soviet Withdrawal from Afghanistan, 30 Years Later, in Pictures

Feb. 15, 2019, marks the 30th anniversary of the Soviet withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan.
Bromance

A Valentine's Day Ski Date for Two: Putin and Lukashenko Hit the Slopes

The two presidents had a picture-perfect time out on the slopes.
Looking back

A Look Back at 155 Years of the Moscow Zoo, in Pictures

From baby chimps and hippos to anti-aircraft guns during World War II, the Moscow zoo has had a rich 155-year history.
#blessed

Moscow Buddhists Commemorate Year of the Pig With Fire, in Photos

The Buddhist festival celebrating the Year of the Earth Pig was celebrated in Moscow.
Remembering

Tanks and Flowers: St. Petersburg Celebrates End of Leningrad Siege (in Photos)

The 75th anniversary of the lifting of the Siege of Leningrad was marked on Sunday, Jan. 27.
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