The Tarantino of Russian literature writes 'hard' novels
Russian-American writer Alexaner Genis and RIR's Nora FitzGerald reflects on the books of Vladimir Sorokin, Russia's prominent writer who has created a language of violence and terrible beauty
The end is near, so finish that novel
Tolstoy's literary heirs talk about what they would do in their final hours
Six russians named top global thinkers
Environmentalist Evgeniya Chirikova and punk protesters Pussy Riot join Hillary Clinton in Foreign Policy's prestigious list for 2012
A softer lens on Russia’s museum ladies
Photographer Andy Freeberg reveals a depth of feeling, both humorous and haunting, in the women who guard Russia’s masterpieces
Fashion Minister spreads the word
Alexandre Vassiliev, Russia’s well-known costume designer, who collected 10,000 dresses and costumes, hopes to bring his Ballet Russe collection to the Kennedy Center
Russian film industry: A return to form
Nora FitzGerald outlines the modern trends of the Russian movie-industry for the last decade.
The Night Witches who ruled the skies
Historians are still uncovering stories from World War II, including that of the Soviet Union's young female fighter pilots.
Medvedev’s call for modern foreign policy
In a key speech, Russian President Dmitry Medvedev puts modernisation at the heart of the the Russian foreign policy.