Russian population enjoys improvement in living conditions
Russians more optimistic about future than ever, survey says
Russians are now happier than ever with their lives, according to a new poll released on Tuesday by the state-run public-opinion researcher, VTsIOM
Active retirees reinvent Babushka concept
Many Russian grandmothers are no longer devoting all their time babysitting grandchildren and gardening. Some retirees are taking advantage of a wide range of opportunities
Military man becomes an extraordinary janitor
He claims that his profession is undervalued by society, yet few would guess at the decent income it can generate.
Russian women in charge of family finances
Big changes have taken place in the attitudes of Russian families toward finances over the last two decades. Who ends up in the role of household “finance minister” depends on a number of important factors
Russian Kitchen: Pickled Cabbage & 100 delicacies before doomsday
If the world is coming to an abrupt end, it’s important to try out as many delicious new food items as possible. Pickled cabbage is a good start
Russian vodka: A history
Peter the Great invented the penalty shot – a shot of vodka that those who arrived late for a feast were forced to drink
Russians reconsider Soviet-era New Year’s menu
Muscovites wince at the sight of the Soviet traditional New Year’s treat, the jellied fish, the city’s retail boss told journalists on Thursday.
Russian comes up with a new model for eco-friendly living
Roman Sablin wears green and nothing but green. His sneakers, jacket, mobile phone, and even his moped are all green. He hugs everyone, even people he is meeting for the first time
Members of the sidelined elite
Military pilots and cosmonauts have been a staple of Russia’s national elite since the Soviet era, but both occupations fell on hard times these past two decades, and their prestige has plummeted
Russian hearts are warmed by the frost
The last few winters in Moscow have delighted residents with plenty of snow, glorious sunshine and Jack Frost nipping at their nose. Everything is in place to make the most of the leisure opportunities the season has to offer
Russian Kitchen: Marinated cherry tomatoes
Russia has an endless variety of pickles, which are completely different from achaar; the main difference being the marinade or the brine
Tasting aroma of Russian bread
Today, the Russian bread market is truly global, with baked goods available from almost every corner of the planet. Russian bread really does have its own uniquely “Russian” flavor
The bohemian theatre life, a la Moscow
In Moscow, doing what you enjoy for a living is not as simple as one might think. There are often dozens of obstacles to overcome, as well as hundreds of financial, moral and creative issues to resolve
How to turn a used Russian car into a work of art
Since the days of the Soviet Union, Russia has been producing cars with no regard to the competition, leaving much to be desired in their exterior and interior designs
Russian Kitchen: Baked stuffed mushrooms
Mushroom-picking is one of Russia’s favourite pastimes. Easy to cook, the ‘Forest Gift’ makes for a delicious appetizer
Valenki get new look, become fashion symbol
Today the traditional Russian felt boots come in various colours and are embroidered with designs ranging from ones aimed at children to elaborate modern concepts
Russian destinations to avoid the November Blues
November can be a gloomy and particularly miserable month in Moscow, but being off-season, ticket and hotel prices fall across the country and many places still offer a lot for those lacking inspiration
Drunken man bites police officer in Far East
The man from a village in the Khabarovsk territory attacked and bit in the arm a police officer who tried to detain him for violating public order.
Russian lady bikers don’t care about feminism
For over a decade, Wings Female MotorCycle Club has accepted Moscow girls who enjoy a motorcycle ride enough to seek soulmates for this particular occupation