Ringing of the Bells Jan 30, 2012
According to popular belief, the world-famous Moscow mellow chime was born on January 30, 1487. Be that as it may, now January 30 is a festive day – the day of bell chiming!
Chapiteau Show Catches Fire Jan 26, 2012
According director Segei Loban, it’s a film “for broken hearts and a remedy for stress” and the second volume of Dead Souls.
Tatiana’s Day for Those Remaining Jan 25, 2012
Not only are Russia’s well trained specialist leaving, students are increasingly taking up opportunities to finish their education abroad.
An Empire's Pioneering Disarmament Work Jan 10, 2012
Russia’s call to convene the Hague Convention 112 years ago was an unprecedented and perhaps yet surpassed contribution to international conflict resolution.
A Riverbank of Military History Dec 26, 2011
On December 26, 1812, the remnants of Napoleon’s defeated Grand Army struggled across the Neman River, the border of the Russian Empire, with only 1500 making is across alive.
Lost in Mourning’s Shadow Dec 19, 2011
Referring to Count Pyotr Rumyantsev Prussian King Friedrich the Great, advised his generals, “Beware of this wild dog Rumyantsev!”
New Popular Science Book Takes another Look at Evolution Nov 25, 2011
Alexander Markov was recently awarded the Enlightener Prize for his exploration of the evolution of man.
Despot of Jokes Nov 24, 2011
Fifty years is a long time. What is the secret behind KVN’s longevity?
The Politics of Our Holiday Hero Nov 18, 2011
St. Nicholas, Father Frost, Santa Claus and Noel Baba – the world seems unable to share someone who is obviously common to all peoples.
The Academy Elections Fast Approaching Nov 14, 2011
The first scientific meeting of the Academy of Sciences and Arts took place on November 12, 1725.
Mount Athos in 3D Nov 7, 2011
The exhibit Mount Athos: Images of a Holy Land has opened at the new exhibition hall of the State Historical Museum.
Nightmare of Aurora Nov 7, 2011
While Pravda is no longer published in its old version, the myths created by the red propaganda prove amazingly tenacious and enduring.
