Soviet Pioneers, 20th century

The stage name of artist who has been popping up in the Russian blogosphere as the “Russian Bansky” is Sharik, which means roughly "little ball". Contrary to his nickname, Sharik is Ukrainian, born in the city of Simferopol. Sharik took his first steps as an artist by filling the walls of his native city with his creations.

The Moscow police officer's day shift begins at 9AM.

Malvina (20) is a punk. She is pursuing higher education (St. Petersburg, 2010).

Alexander Kuprin “This folk game is one of the most interesting and beneficial games around. Lapta requires resourcefulness, controlling your breathing, being true to your team, being alert, dexterity, fast running, good marksmanship, strong hands and enduring confidence that you cannot lose. There’s no place for the lazy and cowardly in this game.”

Thousands of football fans gathered in Moscow and St. Petersburg on Saturday to call for an investigation into the death of a Spartak Moscow supporter, Yegor Sviridov. The 28-year-old was shot dead in a brawl last Sunday.

U.S. President Bill Clinton and Russian President Boris Yeltsin during a press conference in the United States.

Rodchenko: Man with a camera

Young art without borders

On the same page of history

An exhibit opening today in Moscow recalls a time when Russian and American leaders shared an understanding of freedom.

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February 22, 2011

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