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Ysyakh Olonkho festival dates set for Kobyay districtYsyakh Olonkho festival dates set for Kobyay district
Ysyakh Olonkho festival dates set for Kobyay districtThe Republican Ysyakh Olonkho festival will be held in Yakutia's Kobyay district on July 4-5, with Governor Aisen Nikolaev outlining key preparation tasks.
Mar 1, 2026
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Rap concerts, a Saturday run, and a musical: where to go in Barnaul on the weekend of January 31 and February 1Rap concerts, a Saturday run, and a musical: where to go in Barnaul on the weekend of January 31 and February 1
Rap concerts, a Saturday run, and a musical: where to go in Barnaul on the weekend of January 31 and February 1We tell you what's in store for city residents at the end of January.
Mar 1, 2026
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Anton's Day: Avoid Sharing Future Plans on January 30Anton's Day: Avoid Sharing Future Plans on January 30
Anton's Day: Avoid Sharing Future Plans on January 30This article explores the folk omens and traditions of Anton's Day on January 30, including why sharing future plans is discouraged.
Mar 1, 2026
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Five obscure films by Soviet comedy legend Leonid GaidaiFive obscure films by Soviet comedy legend Leonid Gaidai
Five obscure films by Soviet comedy legend Leonid GaidaiJanuary 30 marks 103 years since Leonid Gaidai's birth. We explore his hidden cinematic works and the true character of the great Soviet comedy filmmaker.
Mar 1, 2026
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“She went through this trial calmly and bravely.” Farewell to Nika Ganich“She went through this trial calmly and bravely.” Farewell to Nika Ganich
“She went through this trial calmly and bravely.” Farewell to Nika GanichFriends, family, and colleagues bid farewell to TV presenter and author Nika Ganich, who passed away from cancer at the age of 59.
Mar 1, 2026
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How Rostov's Museums Work: Opening Hours and Phone NumbersHow Rostov's Museums Work: Opening Hours and Phone Numbers
How Rostov's Museums Work: Opening Hours and Phone NumbersWe have collected the current phone numbers and schedules for Rostov's museums for those interested in art, culture, and history. Admission fees should be checked by phone.
Mar 1, 2026
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Rostov Museums: Opening Hours and Phone NumbersRostov Museums: Opening Hours and Phone Numbers
Rostov Museums: Opening Hours and Phone NumbersCurrent information on operating hours, addresses, and contact methods for museums in Rostov-on-Don is provided.
Mar 1, 2026
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Famous pianist arrives in Novosibirsk for master classesFamous pianist arrives in Novosibirsk for master classes
Famous pianist arrives in Novosibirsk for master classesHonored Artist of Russia Sergei Osipenko selected seven talented students from various Siberian cities for the first session of the festival's 'School of Masters' program.
Feb 28, 2026
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Sergei Zhgunov Opposes Appointment of Konstantin Bogomolov to MKhAT School-StudioSergei Zhgunov Opposes Appointment of Konstantin Bogomolov to MKhAT School-Studio
Sergei Zhgunov Opposes Appointment of Konstantin Bogomolov to MKhAT School-StudioActor Sergei Zhgunov has supported an open appeal by graduates demanding the cancellation of Konstantin Bogomolov's appointment as acting rector of the MKhAT School-Studio.
Feb 27, 2026
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Zhigunov opposes Bogomolov’s appointment to Moscow Art Theater schoolZhigunov opposes Bogomolov’s appointment to Moscow Art Theater school
Zhigunov opposes Bogomolov’s appointment to Moscow Art Theater schoolDirector Konstantin Bogomolov was appointed as acting rector of the Moscow Art Theater School-Studio after the death of Igor Zolotovitsky.
Feb 27, 2026
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Matsuev's Perm Festival to Feature Spivakov and Bolshoi PrimaMatsuev's Perm Festival to Feature Spivakov and Bolshoi Prima
Matsuev's Perm Festival to Feature Spivakov and Bolshoi PrimaThe Denis Matsuev International Festival will take place over four days in Perm, featuring the maestro himself, orchestras from Moscow, renowned conductor Vladimir Spivakov, and a prima ballerina from the Bolshoi Theatre.
Feb 27, 2026
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Irina Neboga's ashes scattered over Indian Ocean, buried in SiberiaIrina Neboga's ashes scattered over Indian Ocean, buried in Siberia
Irina Neboga's ashes scattered over Indian Ocean, buried in SiberiaOn her birthday, relatives of blogger Irina Neboga, who died from cancer, revealed that half her ashes were scattered over the Indian Ocean and half were buried in Siberia.
Feb 27, 2026
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Ulyanovsk Weekend Guide: Goncharov Quest, Puppet Shows, and ChessUlyanovsk Weekend Guide: Goncharov Quest, Puppet Shows, and Chess
Ulyanovsk Weekend Guide: Goncharov Quest, Puppet Shows, and ChessThis weekend, Ulyanovsk residents can enjoy events ranging from a quest at the Goncharov museum and children's theater to bandy matches and chess tournaments from January 31 to February 1.
Feb 27, 2026
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Governor Slusar orders officials to support museumsGovernor Slusar orders officials to support museums
Governor Slusar orders officials to support museumsThe Pushkin Card program in Russia's Rostov region has faced serious difficulties, prompting Governor Yury Slusar to take unconventional measures.
Feb 26, 2026
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'Take Friends, Classmates, Colleagues': Slyusar Sends Don Officials to Museums'Take Friends, Classmates, Colleagues': Slyusar Sends Don Officials to Museums
'Take Friends, Classmates, Colleagues': Slyusar Sends Don Officials to MuseumsGovernor Yury Slyusar has instructed officials in Rostov Oblast to visit local museums to help cultural institutions struggling due to low usage of the Pushkin Card program.
Feb 26, 2026
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Bashkiria's Faizi Gaskarov Ensemble to pay almost half a million rubles in lawsuitBashkiria's Faizi Gaskarov Ensemble to pay almost half a million rubles in lawsuit
Bashkiria's Faizi Gaskarov Ensemble to pay almost half a million rubles in lawsuitA court has ordered a Bashkir folk ensemble to pay nearly 500,000 rubles for copyright violations involving music by a renowned bayan player.
Feb 26, 2026
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Moscow Film Locations: '12 Chairs' Intersection and 'Pokrovsky Gates' GardenMoscow Film Locations: '12 Chairs' Intersection and 'Pokrovsky Gates' Garden
Moscow Film Locations: '12 Chairs' Intersection and 'Pokrovsky Gates' GardenFrom the intersection where Bender was hit by a horse in '12 Chairs' to the garden in 'Pokrovsky Gates', we examine Moscow's film locations with then-and-now photos.
Feb 25, 2026
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Peter the Half-Feed: Why Gossiping Is Forbidden on January 29Peter the Half-Feed: Why Gossiping Is Forbidden on January 29
Peter the Half-Feed: Why Gossiping Is Forbidden on January 29Frost on St. Peter's Day is seen as a harbinger of summer heat. According to folk tradition, this day also requires avoiding gossip and travel.
Feb 25, 2026
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Moscow Bids Farewell to Director Alexander OleynikovMoscow Bids Farewell to Director Alexander Oleynikov
Moscow Bids Farewell to Director Alexander OleynikovFriends and colleagues gathered in Moscow on January 28 to pay tribute to director Alexander Oleynikov, with many delivering emotional speeches at his funeral.
Feb 24, 2026
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Dentist creates unique paintings on stones collected worldwideDentist creates unique paintings on stones collected worldwide
Dentist creates unique paintings on stones collected worldwideElena Priyma, a dentist from Krasnodar, has been transforming ordinary stones into art for over a decade, seeing familiar silhouettes in pebbles.
Feb 24, 2026
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Three Samara Projects Receive Prestigious Heritage PrizesThree Samara Projects Receive Prestigious Heritage Prizes
Three Samara Projects Receive Prestigious Heritage PrizesProjects from Samara were recognized at the second 'Heritage is Pricier' National Award ceremony in Kaliningrad for their work in preserving and adapting cultural heritage sites. The awards highlight best practices in restoring historical buildings.
Feb 24, 2026
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Bondarchuk, Ernst, and Dolina Attend Farewell for Director Alexander Oleynikov in MoscowBondarchuk, Ernst, and Dolina Attend Farewell for Director Alexander Oleynikov in Moscow
Bondarchuk, Ernst, and Dolina Attend Farewell for Director Alexander Oleynikov in MoscowHe passed away at the age of 60.
Feb 23, 2026
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Director Konstantin Bogomolov Responds to MHAT School Graduates' CriticismDirector Konstantin Bogomolov Responds to MHAT School Graduates' Criticism
Director Konstantin Bogomolov Responds to MHAT School Graduates' CriticismA group of artists has spoken out against Konstantin Bogomolov's appointment as acting rector of the Moscow Art Theater (MHAT) School-Studio.
Feb 22, 2026
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Dentist Paints Art on Stones, Patients Bring Pebbles to AppointmentsDentist Paints Art on Stones, Patients Bring Pebbles to Appointments
Dentist Paints Art on Stones, Patients Bring Pebbles to AppointmentsElena Priyma, a dentist from Krasnodar, transforms ordinary stones into art by painting images she sees in their natural shapes, with a recent exhibition showcasing her decade-long hobby.
Feb 21, 2026
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Novosibirsk Exhibition Celebrates Metro's 40th AnniversaryNovosibirsk Exhibition Celebrates Metro's 40th Anniversary
Novosibirsk Exhibition Celebrates Metro's 40th AnniversaryAn exhibition has opened in Novosibirsk to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the city's metro system, featuring over 100 artifacts related to its construction.
Feb 21, 2026
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