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How one Englishman moved to Russia seeking ‘traditional values’

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3 popular village bloggers from Russia (PHOTOS + VIDEOS)

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10 romantic scenes in 1950s-1960s Leningrad (PHOTOS)

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Archive Footage of the 1945 Victory Parade (VIDEO)

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Have you ever seen a cooler cat than this!? (VIDEO)

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How is the Patriarch of Moscow and All Rus’ elected?

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Beautiful folk dance from Russia’s Adygean Republic (VIDEO)

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Retro Rally and Classic Cars (VIDEO)

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7 old Russian wedding traditions that still exist today (PHOTOS)

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Amber quarry (VIDEO)

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Russians don't smile! Is it true? (VIDEO)

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Moscow prepared for Labor Day 1960 (VIDEO)

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Who can become a godfather or godmother in Russia?

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Inspiration from a forest (VIDEO)

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A monument to Nelson Mandela in Moscow (VIDEO)

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Vietnamese student reveals what life in Russia is like

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The 'Predator' amphibious ATV from Russia is built for driving in the deep, swampy, Siberian forests! (VIDEO)

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Meet the HOTTEST women of Russian sports (VIDEO)

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Proof that a kokoshnik can be styled in a cool modern way! (VIDEO)

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5 world sports records set by Russians that still stand

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Easter 2025 in Moscow! (PHOTOS)

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Easter 2025: Why Catholics & Orthodox Christians celebrate it on the same day

Is it a plane? Is it a bird? No, it's the Siberian flying squirrel! (VIDEO)

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New contemporary art show opens in Moscow (VIDEO)

Is that true that Maradona wanted to play for FC Spartak Moscow? (VIDEO)

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Watch out Ronaldo! This CROW in Yalta has got some serious soccer skills! (VIDEO)

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Why do deer perform ‘circle dances’? (VIDEO)

Soviet-style architectural park in Ryazan (VIDEO)

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These are the MOST eye-wateringly expensive hotel suites in Moscow (VIDEO)

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This young Russian climbed all of the world's 8000-meter peaks (VIDEO)

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10 ICONIC Russian magazines of the 1990s

A busy day in the village (VIDEO)

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A thrilling car race right on the frozen Amur River was recently held in Russia's Far East! (VIDEO)

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4 social media accounts recommended by ‘Gateway to Russia’

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Where to find 'Gateway to Russia' on social media

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Sport POSTERS of Soviet Moscow

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'Swan Lake' in Altai! (VIDEO)

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Would you dare do such a photo session? (VIDEO)

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5 MAIN female symbols of the Russian mass culture

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Siberians celebrate Reindeer Herder Day (VIDEO)

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How did the mimosa become a symbol of March 8?

Modern jewelry exhibition opens in Moscow (VIDEO)

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10 most POPULAR phrases Soviet moms told their kids

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Maslenitsa 2025 in Moscow (PHOTOS)

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Raccoon at Maslenitsa (VIDEO)

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Why were exactly 6 ares allocated for dachas in the USSR?

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A swan hugs a volunteer in Anapa (VIDEO)

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What is the most frivolous Shrovetide (Maslenitsa) rite?

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How do rare 'blue' Arctic foxes live on the Commander Islands?

Amber Fashion (VIDEO)

Meet the ballet star & principal dancer of Mikhailovsky Theater! (VIDEO)

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6 cafes where cats RULE! (PHOTOS)

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How Moscow's AI-inspired restaurant guide ‘Ultima Guide’ works

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How to understand that a Russian man is in love with you?

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What's life like in the Russian province? French family share their experience

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6 signs that a Russian girl is in LOVE with you

A heavy snowstorm hits Sakhalin Island (VIDEO)

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How to realize a Russian has become your friend?

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How a famous Russian handicraft is produced (VIDEO)