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sedimentary sentry

Russian Military Rolls Out ‘Spy Rock’ Robot

"Due to its disguise and ability to change positions, it can come in handy in trench warfare," Zvezda wrote.
special delivery

Moscow Zoo Welcomes Orphaned Manul Kittens

The manul, or Pallas's cat, has been the zoo's symbol and mascot for over 30 years.
FIGHTING FRAGRANCE

Russia Unveils Exhaust Fume Perfume in Honor of ‘Checkmate’ Stealth Jet

The scent also has metal and leather notes to evoke the cutting-edge aircraft.
fueling vaccinations

Russian Region Raffles Coal to Boost Covid Vaccinations

People who get vaccinated in one Far East district could win a grand prize of three tons of coal valued at 15,000 rubles ($200).
illicit selfie

Russia to Probe Hermitage Visitor Who Hung Self-Portrait

The Hermitage said it wanted to probe whether Kirill Smorodin violated a recently adopted law against insulting war veterans.
canine cyborg

Russia Unveils Its First Robot Dog Prototype

The walking robot’s creators say they hope the development will usher in a new era of robotics in Russia.
unexpected journey

40-Year-Old Irish Message in a Bottle Washes Up on Russian Shores

The bottle took what experts called an "unusual" route to end up in the Russian Arctic 4,000 kilometers east of Ireland.
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.
far from home

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.
SEEING TRIPLE

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.
comrade christ

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. 
yellow card

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.
heroic deeds

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.”
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