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Maxim Oreshkin outlines five megatrends for the futureMaxim Oreshkin outlines five megatrends for the future
Maxim Oreshkin outlines five megatrends for the futureAt the January Expert Dialogues forum, Maxim Oreshkin identified five megatrends that will transform the global economy and society in the coming decades.
Moscvich-polar explorer reaches Char sands in epic Russia journeyMoscvich-polar explorer reaches Char sands in epic Russia journey
Moscvich-polar explorer reaches Char sands in epic Russia journeyThe travelers' goal is to show that a prepared jeep is not needed for trips across the country.
State Duma to Ban Blocking of WhatsApp and TelegramState Duma to Ban Blocking of WhatsApp and Telegram
State Duma to Ban Blocking of WhatsApp and TelegramRussian lawmakers are proposing to ban the blocking of social networks and messengers for general users, citing constitutional rights violations.
Chinese Woman Discusses Russian Stereotypes, Plans to Teach DaughterChinese Woman Discusses Russian Stereotypes, Plans to Teach Daughter
Chinese Woman Discusses Russian Stereotypes, Plans to Teach DaughterLi Xue, a Chinese woman who studied in Russia, talks about common Chinese stereotypes of Russians, from fearlessness of bears to acceptance of bribery, and why she wants her daughter to learn Russian.
February 2026 Holidays and Long Weekends in RussiaFebruary 2026 Holidays and Long Weekends in Russia
February 2026 Holidays and Long Weekends in RussiaAfter the New Year holidays, Russians can look forward to another long weekend in late February 2026, thanks to Defender of the Fatherland Day.
Migrants Say Sochi Is for Vacations, Not Permanent LivingMigrants Say Sochi Is for Vacations, Not Permanent Living
Migrants Say Sochi Is for Vacations, Not Permanent LivingNew residents of Sochi have shared what they find lacking in the resort city.
St. Petersburg Opens a Hotel and Seven Aparthotels
St. Petersburg Opens a Hotel and Seven AparthotelsIn 2025, St. Petersburg added one classic hotel and seven aparthotels, leading to a 15% increase in room inventory compared to 2024.
Tourists Drive to Isolated Russkoye Ustye in YakutiaTourists Drive to Isolated Russkoye Ustye in Yakutia
Tourists Drive to Isolated Russkoye Ustye in YakutiaBloggers expressed shock at discovering a life without smartphones and modern conveniences during their trip to the remote village of Russkoye Ustye in Yakutia.
American renounces US, finds home in OmskAmerican renounces US, finds home in Omsk
American renounces US, finds home in OmskIn the early 2000s, American Mikey Seibol arrived in Omsk. Over more than 20 years in Russia, he never learned Russian, but grew so attached to the area that he can't imagine living anywhere else.
Inside the Work of Buryatia's Supreme ShamanInside the Work of Buryatia's Supreme Shaman
Inside the Work of Buryatia's Supreme ShamanDo they take money for exchanging a soul? Our correspondent visits the supreme shaman of Buryatia to explore the rituals and traditions of shamanism.
Weekend getaway: How to dive into an icy kingdom without leaving YakutskWeekend getaway: How to dive into an icy kingdom without leaving Yakutsk
Weekend getaway: How to dive into an icy kingdom without leaving YakutskHow a food storage warehouse became the most popular tourist spot in Yakutsk.
Newcomers Explain Why Sochi is for Vacation, Not LivingNewcomers Explain Why Sochi is for Vacation, Not Living
Newcomers Explain Why Sochi is for Vacation, Not LivingResidents who moved to the Russian resort city of Sochi share what they miss and the downsides of year-round life there.
Leningrad Oblast may become main energy platform for AI data centers
Leningrad Oblast may become main energy platform for AI data centersLeningrad Oblast is being considered as the main region for connecting data centers working with artificial intelligence. According to the Ministry of Energy, a load of up to 1 gigawatt can be provided here.
Sochi bans migrant workers from construction despite patentsSochi bans migrant workers from construction despite patents
Sochi bans migrant workers from construction despite patentsUntil March 1, they can still participate in the construction of social facilities.
Beeline: Internet Activity on New St. Petersburg Metro StationsBeeline: Internet Activity on New St. Petersburg Metro Stations
Beeline: Internet Activity on New St. Petersburg Metro StationsBeeline has summarized the use of mobile internet on the new stations of the St. Petersburg metro, 'Putilovskaya' and 'Yugo-Zapadnaya', during the New Year holidays. The traffic consumed by passengers was comparable to watching 13,000 episodes of TV series.
New energy complex in Yakutia to be completed in August 2026New energy complex in Yakutia to be completed in August 2026
New energy complex in Yakutia to be completed in August 2026The complex will replace an old diesel station.
Russian women's cats left without food after US detentionRussian women's cats left without food after US detention
Russian women's cats left without food after US detentionTwo women from Samara, detained in the U.S. after accidentally driving onto a military base, face a personal tragedy: their four cats have been left without food or water in their rented apartment for nearly a week. Friends have no keys to reach the animals.
Personal drama for Samara women detained in US: cats abandonedPersonal drama for Samara women detained in US: cats abandoned
Personal drama for Samara women detained in US: cats abandonedTwo women from Samara, detained in the US after accidentally driving onto a military base, now face a personal tragedy as their four cats are left without food and water for nearly a week.
Ugandan student finds home, job, and grandma in NovosibirskUgandan student finds home, job, and grandma in Novosibirsk
Ugandan student finds home, job, and grandma in NovosibirskNaiwa Nassolo flew to Siberia without knowing a word of Russian to become a surgeon, and has since built a new life there.
Divers to Inspect Vessels from Foreign Ports in MurmanskDivers to Inspect Vessels from Foreign Ports in Murmansk
Divers to Inspect Vessels from Foreign Ports in MurmanskAuthorities in the Murmansk region are implementing mandatory underwater inspections for vessels from foreign ports to address increased sabotage risks.
Irkutsk Tourists Share Japan Travel Tips and ExpensesIrkutsk Tourists Share Japan Travel Tips and Expenses
Irkutsk Tourists Share Japan Travel Tips and ExpensesA couple from Irkutsk visited Japan and shared their insights on what to see, try, and buy, along with a breakdown of expenses.
Two Russian Tourists Go Missing in EgyptTwo Russian Tourists Go Missing in Egypt
Two Russian Tourists Go Missing in EgyptThe young men flew to Sharm el-Sheikh and then took a bus to Cairo. They have been out of contact for three days after failing to board their return flight.
Two Russians from Yekaterinburg missing in EgyptTwo Russians from Yekaterinburg missing in Egypt
Two Russians from Yekaterinburg missing in EgyptTwo Russian tourists from Yekaterinburg have been missing in Egypt for three days after failing to board their return flight from Sharm el-Sheikh.
Two tourists from Yekaterinburg missing in EgyptTwo tourists from Yekaterinburg missing in Egypt
Two tourists from Yekaterinburg missing in EgyptContact with the two Russian tourists has been lost for three days after they failed to return from their trip to Egypt.
Sochi Airport resumes flights to PhuketSochi Airport resumes flights to Phuket
Sochi Airport resumes flights to PhuketTickets are available only as part of a tour package, not for separate purchase.