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About 30 people arrested during a gay-parade in Moscow
May 25, 2013
With dozens people detained during at a gay rights parade in the central Moscow, Russian human rights activists expresses their concerns about human rights record in Russia
Russian Security Council Secretary reveals secrets of Putin's message to Obama
May 25, 2013
Russian President Vladimir Putin's message to his U.S. counterpart Barack Obama urges development of relations through honest dialogue, including on the missile defense issue, Russian Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev said
Arctic ‘frost flowers’: Clue to origins of life on Earth?
May 25, 2013
Teeming with microscopic life, the “flowers” that grow beyond the northern coast of Russia in the ice-bound Arctic Ocean make for a surprising and little-studied phenomenon. Could they hold the secret to the origin of life on Earth?
Obama's plans on ABM criticized by Russia and Republicans
May 24, 2013
After Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev delivered the letter from Russian President Vladimir Putin to his American counterpart Barack Obama, experts make guesses about prospect of U.S.-Russia cooperation in missile defense and security
China joins U.S., Russia in Arctic 'gold rush'
May 24, 2013
The Arctic is becoming “hotter”: the main reason is the rapid technological progress. Asia is coming to save the Arctic from the impending environmental catastrophe
Uzbek writer popularizes Russian literature in London
May 24, 2013
Hamid Ismailov fled Uzbekistan in 1992. He eventually found himself in London, where he works for the BBC World Service. Here he talks to RBTH about life, literature and the need to accept otherness
Russia to cancel Gazprom’s liquefied gas export monopoly
May 24, 2013
Gazprom has held a liquefied natural gas export monopoly since 2006. Liberalizing gas exports will take place this year, once Novatek and Rosneft reach agreements with their international partners
Image'n'Nation: "Another world" by photographer Vladimir Shipulin
In pictures
RAOUL, performance by James Thiérrée got an ovation in Moscow
Video
Design Saturday festival aims to promote eco-friendly living
Audio slideshows
Red Line: US-Russia relations & Nawaz Sharif
Audio & Podcasts
Wine imports to Russia by country
Infographics
Experts assess Medvedev Cabinet’s first year in office
May 23, 2013
Experts are divided on the first year of Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev’s Cabinet, but they all agree that the government has turned “technical” – the way it used to be during Vladimir Putin’s second term as president
The Kremlin seek to impose more electoral restrictions
May 23, 2013
The State Duma’s recent stance on restricting the political rights of parties and citizens resulted in a controversial response from politicians and experts
Dmitry Medvedev sums up his first year as Prime Minister
May 23, 2013
May 21st marked the one year anniversary of Dmitry Medvedev’s tenure as Prime Minister. RBTH offers key excerpts from an interview he gave to daily Komsomolskaya Pravda
Navalny case strains EU-Russia relations
May 16, 2013
The oppositionist Navalny was charged with defrauding Kirovles, a state-owned timber company. According to investigators, he allegedly organized the theft of corporate property worth $510,000
Lavrov warns of hidden obstacles in upcoming conference on Syria
May 21, 2013
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov spoke about preparations for the upcoming conference on Syria, the problem of security in the Arctic and the Russian response to the letter from U.S. President Barack Obama
Next head of WTO likely to benefit BRICS and Russia
May 21, 2013
Moscow hopes that Brazil's Roberto Azevedo will revamp WTO's decision-making and simplify market access for developing countries
Ban Ki-moon supports U.S.-Russian initiative on Syria
May 20, 2013
A international conference on Syria awaits to be held under the auspices of the UN. The uncertainty of who will represent Syria is holding up preparations for the forum
Russia to arm Turkey with new military arsenal
May 20, 2013
Russia offers Turkey a motley of its newest military technologies, from attack helicopters to surface-to-air missiles, armored vehicles and even hovercraft
Sberbank and MTS listed among most valuable brands
May 23, 2013
Millward Brown Optimor has published its 8th edition of the BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands. Russia's Sberbank and mobile phone operator, MTS, have stayed on the list for the past three years
European luxury goods market thrives on Russian tourists
May 23, 2013
In the face of global recession, the world luxury goods market continued its growth. With demand stagnant on the domestic market, Russian tourists are emerging as an increasingly important target group for European luxury brands
German start-ups attract Russia's investors
May 22, 2013
Russian financier Edward Shenderovich supports young German businessmen. Based in Moscow, London and New York, he invests in the ad network SponsorPay and international delivery service Delivery Hero
St. Petersburg International Economic Forum expects billions in new contracts
May 22, 2013
The St. Petersburg International Economic Forum attracts high-ranking delegations from various countries and CEOs of large multinational companies. The forum's organizers expect to sign Arctic offshore oil and gas development contracts this year
Syria: Does the path to peace run through Geneva?
May 21, 2013
The campaign to resolve the Syrian crisis has entered a new phase. Yet if the upcoming international conference, Geneva-2, focuses on increasing the pressure on President Bashar al-Assad, there will be a long way to go before peace is achieved
Will the spy scandal fan anti-American sentiment in Russia?
May 20, 2013
Moscow views the incident as falling within the boundaries of traditional rivalry between the secret services of both superpowers
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Authorities to punish sacrilegious acts with a jail sentence
May 23, 2013
A bill introducing sentences of up to three years in prison for acts that insult religious feelings makes headway in the Russian parliament
Distance learning: Tackling the problem of education in rural Russia
May 22, 2013
Classes taught online give students in remote villages the chance to learn from qualified specialists without leaving home
Celebrating Buddha's birthday in St. Petersburg
May 22, 2013
Russian Buddhists are preparing to celebrate the Buddha's birthday: the day of his enlightenment and passing into Nirvana. At the Datsan Gunzechoinei in St. Petersburg, three days of prayers will be held beginning on May 25
Military chaplains: Serving God, and mother Russia
May 21, 2013
Recruitment of military chaplains is stepping up a gear, as Vladimir Putin’s government builds on traditional Orthodox values to bolster patriotic feelings in society
Moscow celebrates Museum Night with moonlight tours
This year May 18th will mark the seventh time that Moscow has celebrated Museum Night
Legendary band Mumiy Troll to rock London
Russia's famous band Mumiy Troll will perform at the O2 Islington Academy on May 25
Alexei Balabanov: Last master of a bygone era in film
Iconic Russian film director Alexei Balabanov passed away on May 18, 2013. He is best known for his portrayal of Russia in the 1990s, particularly in his films Brother and Brother 2
Saint Petersburg listed among top-25 best travel destinations
May 24, 2013
The Northern Capital was the only Russian city to make the list this year. RBTH introduces apps for modern gadgets and devices that may be indispensable for foreigners who visit St. Petersburg
Tourists reaching the unknown in Chukotka
May 24, 2013
Chukotka, the north-eastern tip of Russia, is the one of the most isolated places in the world. The region is full of blossoming in summer and immersed in endless night and the mystic northern lights in winter
Mikhailovskoe: Where Russian souls come to rest
May 20, 2013
The Alexander Pushkin museum in the Pskov region is not only for lovers of literature
The Great Urals await to host Olympic Flame and FIFA
May 15, 2013
Nine regions, with historical and natural landmarks little known outside Russia, wish to begin a tourist venture called the Great Urals
Beach soccer comes to the world’s coldest country
May 24, 2013
Beach soccer is a rather exotic sport in Russia. But after Russia became the world champion, beating Brazil in 2011, the popularity of the sport has increased
Team Katusha leader ends professional career
May 23, 2013
Denis Menchov, Russia’s most successful bicycle racer, announces his retirement from professional cycling
Maria Sharapova looks to get over the ‘Serena hurdle’
May 22, 2013
Maria Sharapova speaks about her wins and losses, dealing with past injury, upcoming competitions and her businesswoman side
Russia's youth soccer team becomes 2013 European champions
May 22, 2013
Russia’s Under-17 soccer team are the 2013 champions of Europe. Hard-fought draws against favorites Croatia and Italy saw Russia secure a top place in the group
Viral in Russia - Hollywood in Chechnya, tornado in Yefremov
May 24, 2013
Discover and learn more about the top Russian images, memes and videos of the week with RBTH
Moscow River Palace & Kurshskaya Kosa
May 24, 2013
Enjoy a breathtaking tour along the Moskva river and take a look at the shore of the Baltic sea.
Start-up summer on Yandex.Islands
May 21, 2013
Yandex debuts new look for its homepage and announces its own start-up school
Travelling around Russia with two Soviet co-writers
May 20, 2013
Lucia Bellinello, RBTH's assistant editor, talks about Soviet satire and humor in her favorite Russian book