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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...
season of lights
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.
Frozen
In Photos: Russians Embrace a True Siberian Winter
Life goes on, even at minus 50 C.
news
Museum of Self-Isolation Opens To Empty Halls
Museum of Moscow and Triumf Gallery have been collecting art and stories of self-isolation.
immunity push
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.
winter sports
Moscow Skates Through the Pandemic at Outdoor Ice Rinks
Outdoor ice skating rinks opened over the weekend despite the pandemic.
tis the season
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.
scorched earth
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.
day off
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.
faces of Mesto47
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.
Moscow Mayor
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.
indian summer
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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