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[11 Jan 2012]

Putin’s Kiss, a documentary directed by Danish filmmaker Lise Birk Pedersen, has been selected to compete in this year’s Sundance Film Festival. [More]

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[6 Jan 2012]

Typically observed on January 6th (Christmas Eve per the Julian calendar followed by the Orthodox Church), the Holy Supper consists of twelve meatless dishes representing the twelve apostles who shared the last meal with Christ. [More]

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[5 Jan 2012]

Though exciting and fun, introducing your new bride to family and friends can also be stressful. Help smooth the process by following these three simple tips. [More]

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[3 Jan 2012]

Are you chatting with ladies named Anastasia, Evgenia, Maria or Tatyana? These names, and several others, are being celebrated this month... [More]

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[29 Dec 2011]

6,000 schoolchildren were treated to a fairytale performance mixed with a history lesson as the Kremlin hosted the All-Russia Fir-Tree Party... [More]

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[29 Dec 2011]

Have you asked Ukrainian ladies whether they are going out or staying in for the New Year festivities? A recent poll suggests a majority of Russians prefer to celebrate at home... [More]

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[21 Dec 2011]

While Westerners are ready to revel in the Christmas holiday this weekend, some Russian women will celebrate on December 25th and then again on January 7th... [More]

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[19 Dec 2011]

Here are five phenomenal Russian films that will make you laugh, may make you cry, and will certainly help create thoughtful conversations with your favorite Russian brides... [More]

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[12 Dec 2011]

While some honor this patron saint of Russia on December 6th, Orthodox Christians who follow the Julian calendar will honor him December 19th... [More]

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[8 Dec 2011]

On December 12, 1944, the first performance of "Russian Christmas Music" was nationally broadcast on NBC Radio. Today, it's one of the most popular and frequently performed pieces of concert band literature... [More]