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Russia election: What is the now-scrapped Smart Voting app?

Jailed Russian opposition leader came up with the idea of a Smart Voting app.

18/09/2021

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Russians voters express their views

Russians vote in a three-day parliamentary election in which most vocal Kremlin critics have been barred from running following a historic crackdown on the opposition.

17/09/2021

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Polls close in Russia as politicians cry foul over 'violations'

This year's parliamentary election was marked by widespread allegations of ballot-stuffing and votes for sale, as well as ennui on the part of many voters after most serious opposition politicians were barred from running.

16/09/2021

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Baby killer whale rescued in Russia's Far East

A baby killer whale that had been stranded in Russia's Far East, was rescued, footage from Russian State TV RU-RTR showed. The rescue took place in the Magadan region, after the killer whale was left stranded when a low tide occurred in the Gertner Bay.

16/09/2021

Health news

WHO suspends Sputnik V approval process over 'manufacturing' concerns

A regional WHO official said one manufacturing plant for the vaccine had failed to meet the necessary standards.

16/09/2021

Mobility

This young Russian has built his own electric car from scratch

Can’t afford a Tesla? Maybe take inspiration from this 23-year-old who has built his own solar-powered electric car.

14/09/2021

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Iconic Banksy works on display at Russian museum

The star item is a brick from Dismaland, the British artist's 2015 parody of Disney theme parks which was dismantled after its creation.

14/09/2021

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Russia again fines social networks for failing to remove content

Moscow has been increasing the pressure on big tech companies, accusing them of not properly moderating their content ahead of this month's parliamentary elections.

14/09/2021

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Vladimir Putin self-isolates after close aides infected with COVID-19

The Kremlin has stated that Putin has tested negative for the virus but will be self-isolating for a "certain period".

14/09/2021

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Putin observes war games with Belarus that worry EU neighbours

Poland, Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia on Monday expressed concerns about the war games, saying Russia has not been transparent about them.

14/09/2021

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Russia, Belarus continue massive military drills

Moscow says 200,000 personnel will take part in the week-long Zapad-2021 military exercise in Belarus, western Russia and the Baltic Sea, one of the country's biggest drills in recent years.

13/09/2021

Destinations

Here's why St Petersburg is the perfect gateway to travel Russia

In partnership with Committee for Tourism Development of Saint Petersburg

"Piter" is a fascinating destination in its own right, but it's also a great first destination to explore the rest of Russia.

13/09/2021

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As Nord Stream 2 is completed, Ukraine pledges to continue its fight

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has described the new gas pipeline as a powerful geopolitical weapon for Russia.

10/09/2021

Tech News

Russian museum brings bells back to life with 3D technology

The Novosibirsk Museum of Bell Ringing is using 3D technology to show visitors what the bells would have sounded like when they were new.

09/09/2021

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Belarus leader Lukashenko meets Russian counterpart Putin in Moscow

Belarusian President Aleksander Lukashenko is meeting his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Moscow today to discuss integrating the two countries and upcoming joint military exercises.

09/09/2021

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A gas blast occured in a residential building in Noginsk, Russia

A gas blast occured in a residential building in Noginsk, Russia

08/09/2021

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Three lookalikes with same name are on this election ballot in Russia

Will the real Boris Vishnevsky please stand up?

08/09/2021

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Seven people killed in gas explosion at apartment building near Moscow

A gas explosion in an apartment building outside Moscow on Wednesday killed at least seven people and injured at least seventeen others.

08/09/2021

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Russia’s emergency situations minister dies during Arctic drill

Russian authorities said the minister died "while saving a person’s life", in a statement sent to national media.

08/09/2021

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Russia blocks access to 'Smart Voting' website linked to Navalny

Russia's communications watchdog has blocked access to a voting website linked to jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny over its ties to "extremist organisations".

06/09/2021

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Exhibition depicts how modern life might be viewed in 1000 years time

In St. Petersburg, a new art exhibition allows people of the future to look back and reflect on our world today in the classical setting of Ancient Greece and Rome.

06/09/2021

Series

Saint Petersburg in summer: magic and inspiration for travellers

In partnership with Committee for Tourism Development of Saint Petersburg

Experience the magic of Saint Petersburg in summer with its warm days, light nights and countless modern recreational activities to enjoy.

06/09/2021

Russia

Russia failed to investigate activist's murder, says European court

The European Court of Human Rights has condemned Russia for "failing to properly investigate" the 2009 murder of human rights activist Natalia Estemirova.

31/08/2021

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Putin approves €170 bonus for police and military ahead of election

Critics say the move is designed to encourage the military to vote for Putin's ruling United Russia party ahead of next month's parliamentary election.

31/08/2021

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Rare and expensive cars on show at festival in Russia

The annual "Autoculture" festival has taken place at the Museum-Estate "Arkhangelskoye" in Moscow region.

31/08/2021

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Russia fines Booking.com record €14.9m for alleged market dominance

Russia's regulators said Booking.com had abused its market dominance by preventing hotels from offering lower prices on other services.

27/08/2021