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committed cosplay

Siberian Star Wars Fans Build Life-Size X-Wing Fighter

No word yet on whether the replica would be able to destroy the Death Star.

gargantuan gourds

Moscow Celebrates Fall With Giant Pumpkin Showcase

It's the Great Pumpkin, Moscow.

Polar Bear Who Wandered Too Far South Finds New Home in Moscow

A polar bear that walked 1,950 miles south into the northeastern Siberian mainland is now thriving at the Moscow Zoo.

St. Petersburg Election Ballot Features 3 Near-Identical Boris Vishnevskys

The longtime Kremlin critic accuses authorities of running the two other men as “spoiler” candidates to trick voters.

Jesus Was the First Communist, Russian Party Leader Says

Communist Party leader Gennady Zyuganov's comments are a far cry from the state atheism of the Soviet Union.

facts are facts

Russian Student Schools Putin on Military History

The boy's principal reportedly reprimanded him for “insolence” after he challenged Putin’s knowledge of military history.

Don’t Pee on Russia — It Will Cost You, Norway Says

Insulting Russia by peeing toward the border could cost you up to 300 euros. And be aware: Norway’s military border guards are watching.

tanks and tutus

Ballerinas on Tanks Perform ‘Swan Lake’ at Russia’s Army Games

The metaphor is a little on-the-nose.

miraculous rescue

Russian Toddler Survives 3 Nights Missing in the Woods

More than 1,000 people were involved in round-the-clock search efforts.

German Shepherd Becomes First Russian Dog to Win Canine Loyalty Award

The 9-year-old police dog was recognized for rescuing a 15-year-old girl from rape.

sweet promotion

Russian City Recruits Traditional Gingerbread Cookie for Emergencies Ministry Gig

Only pryaniki can prevent forest fires.

spiritual temptation

Russian Woman Sues McDonald’s After ‘Succumbing’ to Burger Ad During Lent – Reports

The Russian Orthodox Church advised the woman to “go to confession instead of the court.”

clairvoyant commercial

In Russian State TV Ad, Fortune Tellers Say Vaccination Is in Your Future

Your “fate will become clear” after getting vaccinated, the PSA's fortune tellers say.

Russian FM Spokeswoman Throws Punches at 'Press' in Support of Olympic Athletes

Maria Zakharova can be seen punching a dummy labeled with the word “PRESS” before fielding questions about the Olympics.

Russian MP Opens Slaughterhouse to Send Animals to a ‘Brighter Future’

“Get ready,” deputy Alexander Iltyakov warned journalists covering the opening ceremony. “There’s going to be lots of blood.”

proof of immunity

Moscow's QR Code Passes Get the Tattoo Treatment

Soon, you can simply scan a temporary tattoo on your arm to enter the city's restaurants.

tank or turtle?

Russian Military Tips Over 40-Ton Battle Tank

The T-80 tank is undoubtedly less effective upside-down.

Russian Passenger Derails Flight By Opening Emergency Exit Before Takeoff

The Moscow-Antalya flight's air conditioning reportedly malfunctioned as passengers sat in the cabin for two hours.

Skydiving Surprise

Russian Parachutist’s Air Conditioner Crash-Landing Catches Internet’s Attention

A flight-school student in Krasnodar made an unscheduled stop on the way down.

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