Perm Film on Abuse Victim Wins Festival AwardA documentary by a Perm prison service press chief about a woman imprisoned for killing her violent husband has won the audience jury prize at the SiberiaDoc international film festival.
Max Factor's Beauty Empire Began in RyazanThe founder of the 'Scent of Time' historical salon reveals Max Factor's story, debunking myths about his work for Tsar Nicholas II.
Colleagues and Friends Remember Ksenia KachalinaThe Russian actress, who died at age 54, is recalled by her peers as a uniquely talented but troubled person. Her career spanned brilliant roles and a tragic decline into marginal life.
Macan Departs for Army, Bypasses Fans in MoscowRapper Macan was sent to the army from a Moscow enlistment office on the morning of November 28, bypassing fans and journalists who had gathered outside, according to a conscript who saw him inside.
Actors defend Aglaya Tarasova in drug smuggling caseOn November 26, actors Leonid Yarmolnik, Yevgeny Tsyganov, and Yulia Snigir testified in defense of actress Aglaya Tarasova at the Domodedovo Court in the Moscow Region. She is accused of smuggling drugs after hashish oil was found in her vape at the airport.
Surkov's role in shaping Putin's image in The Kremlin WizardVladislav Surkov, a former Kremlin aide, served as the inspiration for the character Vadim Baranov in the French film 'The Kremlin Wizard', which depicts the creation of Vladimir Putin's public image.
Revva Urges Ural Oligarchs to Donate Pocket MoneyPopular TV host Alexander Revva defended a group of grandmothers from a small Ural village, asking local millionaires to fund a new cultural center for their ensemble.
Russian Stars Mourn Death of TV Host Yuri NikolaevRussian celebrities are expressing grief and sharing memories following the death of longtime TV host Yuri Nikolaev, who passed away after a battle with lung cancer.
Yuri Nikolaev died after long battle with lung cancerYuri Nikolaev, a renowned TV host famous for legendary music programs, passed away at 76. He had been fighting a severe lung disease and died just a month before his 77th birthday.
Stars Attend Farewell for Actor Roman PopovFamily and colleagues gathered in Moscow to pay their last respects to actor Roman Popov, known for his role in 'Policeman from Rublyovka'.
Dontsova Explains Life's Purpose to Chita AudienceDuring an online event on 29 October, writer Darya Dontsova responded to a student's question about the meaning of life, quoting the Bible and emphasizing spiritual over material values.
Model reveals struggles and advice in fashion businessMaxim Klochai from Moscow entered the modeling industry a year and a half ago after a birthday gift sparked his interest. He shares his journey, including a failed attempt in South Korea and tips for aspiring models.
Gospodin Litvinovich finds life's work in poetrySergei Thomson, known as Gospodin Litvinovich, tours Russia with poetry recitals that draw full houses and offers master classes on expressive reading.
Martiros Saryan: Steppe Childhood, Tretyakov AcclaimPainter Martiros Saryan grew up in the Don steppe, worked at a post office in Nakhichevan-on-Don, and later earned international renown. His art shaped modern Armenian painting and even helped save Rostov’s Surb-Khach church.
