The Albast: A Monster from Bashkir DemonologyThe albast is a feared spirit in Bashkir and Tatar mythology, blamed for nocturnal visits that cause sleep paralysis. This demonic figure, often depicted as a woman, is said to smother sleepers and haunt the night.
Chelybinsk Woman Advances to 'The Voice' After Ten AuditionsAlexandra Karabeshkina from Chelyabinsk successfully performed in the blind auditions of the music show 'The Voice'. The mentors highly praised her vocal abilities and improvisation skills.
Chelyabinsk singer Sasha Karabeshkina passes The Voice blind auditionsAlexandra Karabeshkina, a 26-year-old from Chelyabinsk, has passed the blind auditions on the Russian TV show The Voice. She impressed the coaches with her improvisational skills and revealed it was her tenth time trying out.
Pavel Pechenkin on Documentary Film, Life, and ControversyIn an interview, Perm documentary director Pavel Pechenkin discusses his 40-year career, the founding of the Flahertiana festival, and his role in a scandal involving the 'Sodeystviye' charity fund.
New book reveals Mamayev Kurgan criticism and museum moveProfessor of Volgograd State Technical University Petr Oleynikov in his new book revealed unknown details of post-war restoration of Stalingrad, including a scandal around the memorial on Mamayev Kurgan. The publication is based on previously unpublished archival materials.
Perm Art Gallery Announces First Exhibition at New BuildingThe Perm Art Gallery has announced its first exhibition, which will open concurrently with the official inauguration of its new building at the Shpagin Factory. The show will be dedicated to the work of artist Petr Subbotin-Permyak.
Dmitry Dyuzhev to perform at Novosibirsk Opera and Ballet in MarchActor Dmitry Dyuzhev will take the stage at the Novosibirsk Opera and Ballet Theatre in March. He will perform as a reader in the oratorio 'Ivan the Terrible' as part of the 'Milestones of the Russian Land' series.
