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Foreigners who nobly served Russia
Not only did they bring glory to their new homeland on the battlefield and contribute greatly to the development of her culture, but they also often rose to the very highest levels of power. Scots Russia Beyond (Photo: Public Domain) The Scots were always willing to move to Russia, because in their own homeland they […]
Brazilian football icon Pele died aged 82
The three-time World Cup winner passed away in Sao Paulo after a battle with colon cancer The world of football is in mourning after it was confirmed that Brazilian legend Edson Arantes do Nascimento, better known as Pele, has died aged 82. Pele was admitted to the Albert Einstein Hospital in Sao Paulo in late […]
Pele: From humble beginnings to football’s first global superstar
The three-time World Cup winner is considered by many to be the greatest player of all time Brazilian football legend Edson Arantes do Nascimento, better known as Pele, has died aged 82 in Sao Paulo. Pele’s passing at the Albert Einstein Hospital in Brazil’s largest city follows a long period of ill health and a […]
Why Russians name shoes, tools and weapons after foreign women
The Russian language, rich in metaphors, surprises many foreigners with the fact that some things are literally feminative of other nationalities. But don’t rush to accuse Russians of misogyny! It’s all about linguistic tradition. The complete coincidence of words denoting a representative of a nationality and an event (or object) is called “homonymy”. In our […]
Top 25 Russia Beyond Articles You May Have Missed in 2022
Our authors traveled through Russia from the Chukotka Peninsula to the north to find the best stories for you, dug deep into history and revealed the most interesting episodes from the past. Below is a list of the best examples of our culture and lifestyle stories about Russia. And of course the best recipes. Enjoy! […]
Why did Stalin have 2 birthdays
Several versions claim to answer this question. We go through the most curious of them. Josef Stalin is probably the only 20th century head of state whose exact date of birth has not yet been determined. The official birthday, December 21, 1879, was, of course, known to every Soviet person. The date had become canon […]
11 Brightest Moments of Mikhail Gorbachev in Pop Culture
The person who destroyed the communist regime and the Berlin Wall could not help but inspire artists and film directors and leave his mark on popular culture. Read below how the first and only president of the Soviet Union became a hero of conceptualists, TV series, pop art, music – and even advertising. Gorbachev in […]
How magicians tricked Russian tsars
Rasputin was, most likely, the only court physician who could truly cure the Emperor and his family. The rest had simply deceived the other Russian Tsars and Emperors. Here are four of the most notorious of them. 1. Eliseus Bomelius The Alchemist (1634). David Ryckaert III Imagno/Getty Images “The Fierce Magus Bomelius,” as Russian sources […]
Russian rulers who fought bravely in battle
They could have hidden behind the backs of their warriors, but instead they always rushed into battle. Prince Svyatoslav Igorevich Leo Xao Grand Prince Svyatoslav Igorevich of Kyiv always preferred war over all other occupations and even government affairs. “Alexander (Macedonian) of our ancient history”, as the Russian historian Nikolai Karamzin characterized Svyatoslav, fought breathlessly […]
10+ strange Slavic names that the Russians still call their children
The most popular Russian names today are of Greek origin. But what are authentic Slavic names that people in Russia were called and still are called? Here is a list of some of the most common. Most Russian names nowadays are of Greek origin or were interpreted or converted from Greek names. It happened after […]
What punishment can a Soviet citizen receive for marrying a foreigner
Women who married foreign men in the 1940s Soviet Union could spend several years in a labor camp. Soviet security agencies ran a program of strict surveillance of such ladies. Very few ever managed to reunite with their husbands – and often paid a high price beyond that. Kharitonenko Manor on the Sofiyskaya Embankment in […]
Finland at centre of multimillion dollar UN sustainable housing scandal
Finland has become embroiled in a scandal involving a United Nations project in which tens of millions of dollars were invested into a flagship sustainable housing programme. The project was operating out of an office in downtown Helsinki. A UN audit revealed that up to 60 million dollars was allocated to a single partner company […]
Rival goalkeeper attacked during Man City celebrations
The event was the latest in a series of plan invasions in English football Premier League champions Manchester City have apologized to Aston Villa goalkeeper Robin Olsen after allegations that the Swede was “assaulted” during a plan invasion when the fans celebrated winning the title. City retained their Premier League crown thanks to a dramatic […]
5 FIRST Russian female writers
These ladies were pioneers in Russian literature and their names are very important (although some of them are no longer so well known, not even in Russia). Women in Russia took up the pen as early as the 18th century – they practiced poetry, translations and fiction (mysterious and sentimental novels). Peter the Great’s sister, […]
10 facts about film director Andrei Tarkovsky that you should know
He is the most influential Russian biogenie after Sergei Eisenstein, and his films are regularly listed among the best in film history. From Christopher Nolan and Guillermo del Toro, to Krzysztof Keslevsky and Lars von Trier, many leading figures in film have acknowledged their love for Tarkovsky. A leading figure in the Soviet “new wave” […]
Sporting sanctions: How do Russia’s compare with other nations
From the US to Zimbabwe, RT Sport takes a look at how sporting federations have applied ? and opted against ? sanctions on nations Russia has faced a wide range of sporting sanctions since the military operation in Ukraine began on February 24. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) encouraged sporting federations to take action against […]
Russia avoids FIFA vote for fear of deportation
A FIFA congress in Qatar did not address the issue of Russian membership The issue of Russian membership was not raised at a FIFA congress in Qatar, following suggestions from parts of the media that Russia could be expelled from the organization due to the conflict in Ukraine. As they gathered in Doha for their […]
Russian hockey heartache when Finns write Olympic history
The ROC team could not defend its Olympic title in Beijing Russia’s men’s ice hockey team fell short in its quest to retain its Olympic title and lost a tense final against Finland in Beijing on Sunday. The stars of the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) had hoped to make it back-to-back gold medals after their […]
How Crimea became part of Russia and why it was gifted to Ukraine
Jewish enclave, home of a deported nation, a present for the Ukrainians: The difficult history of Russian Crimea In March, it will be eight years since the day Crimea returned to the Russian Federation. This ended its 60-year history as part of Ukraine, which began, not on February 19, 1954, but a little earlier. What […]
Russian defending champion for Olympic hockey final
The Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) defeated Sweden in a nail-biting penalty The Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) is through to the final of the men’s ice hockey competition at the Winter Olympics in Beijing 2022 after defeating Sweden in a tense penalty shootout in the semifinals. After a goalless first period where Sweden got 12 shots […]
Finland won the Slovakian hockey Olympic final
The Finnish men’s hockey national team won 2-0 in Slovakia in the semi-finals of Friday’s Olympics and will advance to Sunday’s final with either the Swedish or Russian Olympic Committee (ROC). Paint the first batch Sakari Manninen had given Lions early leadership, which they resolutely defended with the help of the netminder Harri Säteri made […]
Russian cross-country skiers set a new Olympic record
Cross-country skiers have now won nine medals in Beijing, the biggest draw of any Russian team in Olympic history Russian athletes have now secured a total of nine medals for cross-country skiing in Beijing, a medal win that surpasses Russia’s efforts in the Nagano Olympics 1998, as well as the country’s performance at the 2018 […]
Russian ski queens are enjoying more success in Beijing
Yulia Stupak and Natalia Nepryaeva added their medal in Beijing The Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) duo Yulia Stupak and Natalia Nepryaeva took another Beijing medal with a third place finish in Wednesday’s classic women’s team sprint. After success with a gold medal in the ladies’ 4 x 5 km cross-country ski relay, Stupak and Nepryaeva […]
Valieva managed to compete in Beijing
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) refused to impose a suspension on the teenager Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva is free to compete in the Winter Olympics in Beijing after the Sports Court (CAS) rejected a claim to suspend the teenager, in a case involving a positive doping test taken in December. The decision […]
Valieva will testify when a decision in the doping case awaits
Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva will testify in her doping case in Beijing, an official said Kamila Valieva will be among those who will testify via video link in her doping case when the Russian teenage figure skating sensation fights for the right to compete again at the Olympic Games in Beijing. Valieva’s case will […]
Meet Russia’s gold girls from Beijing
The quartet of Russian stars produced a glittering gold medal performance at the Winter Olympics The Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) has its third gold medal in the Winter Olympics in Beijing after an impressive performance from the women’s 4×5 km long relay team in China on Saturday. The cruel Russian foursome nagged home after a […]
Russian skiers collapse in despair after Beijing’s medal violence
Natalia Nepryaeva missed a second medal at the Winter Olympics in Beijing by the most painful margin Russia’s Natalia Nepryaeva was desperately close to adding another medal to her picks at the Beijing Games before collapsing in despair and exhaustion after missing by the smallest possible margin. Nepryaeva launched the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) this […]
Winter Olympics too cold, athletes claim
A number of athletes at the Beijing Olympics have complained that the food is inappropriate and that the events are too cold, according to reports With the Beijing Games now in full swing and the first round of events well and truly underway, it has not taken much for a number of athletes in the […]
Yle News preview: Finland "confident" Medal success of the Beijing Winter Olympics
Finland’s top skiers, skaters and snowboarders are preparing to face 3,000 other athletes from 90 different countries as the Winter Olympics begin in Beijing on Friday, despite the ongoing Covid pandemic and diplomatic boycotts in seven countries. Finnish athletes also continue the long and proud tradition of the Nordic countries, as Finland has participated – […]
30 Russia Beyond Articles You Might Have Missed 2021
These are the best stories of the year, according to our writers and editors. We have put together this list to highlight our most interesting stories, which in many cases were the most difficult to put together. To see the list of our most popular stories by page views, click here. LIFESTYLE 30. Why Russian […]
Lions expect big medals at the Beijing Winter Olympics
According to the criteria, athletes / teams can be selected for the Olympics if the competitive sports section of the committee has a realistic chance of being ranked in the top 16 of individual athletes or in the top 8 of teams based on international performance. The evaluation and consideration will take into account the […]
Finland’s decisive World Cup qualifier is suspected of having deteriorated in the Balkans
The qualifying match for the Finnish men’s national football team’s 2022 World Cup against Bosnia and Herzegovina – scheduled for Saturday 13 November in Zenica – is questionable as political tensions in the region escalate. According to a report by the Office of the High Representative (OHR), the country is currently facing "the greatest existential […]
Finland, together with the Nordic countries, opposes FIFA’s biennial World Cup proposal
The Finnish Football Association has issued a statement together with five other Nordic countries who oppose FIFA’s proposal to hold the World Cup final every two years. The opinion was published a few days before the 55 members of UEFA, the governing body of the European Football Association, met with the President of FIFA. Gianni […]
Kamara, a victim of racial exploitation, blocked a stadium for Czech schoolchildren
Finnish football player Glen Chamber was repeatedly stabbed at a stadium with mostly schoolchildren in Prague on Thursday. The shout took place in his club’s Glasgow Rangers Europe League match against Sparta Prague on Thursday night. Last season, Kamara fell victim to racist exploitation by a defender Ondrej Kudela Slavia from Prague — neighbors of […]
What a peace treaty that made Russia a great power
Sweden was a great power for almost a century, but after defeating it, Russia gained that status itself. Exactly 300 years ago, on September 10, 1721, one of the most important treaties in Russian history was signed. The Treaty of Nystad proclaimed the end of the 21-year Great Northern War, in which Sweden and Russia […]
Russia and the Russians through the eyes of foreign artists
Foreign painters were always excellent guests at the Imperial Court. Russia and its enigmatic landscapes attracted and inspired artists from all over the world. Many foreign artists were active in the Russian Empire from the early 18th century to the first half of the 19th century. The phenomenon was even named Rossica. Western European painters […]
Top 10 Soviet Athletes of All Time (PHOTO + VIDEOS)
Most of these athletes became living legends. And some changed their sport forever. Vladislav Tretiak (ice hockey) Vyacheslav Un Da-sin / TASS Tretiak is the legendary Soviet ice hockey player, who gained enormous fame on both sides of the Iron Curtain while playing for the Soviet national team as a goalkeeper. Tretiak started training relatively […]
Finland’s Euro2020 hopes are still alive despite Russia’s defeat
Finland lost to Russia 1-0 at the European Championships in Russia in Group B at St. Petersburg’s Krestovsky Stadium on Wednesday afternoon. Goal just before half-time from Russia’s offensive midfield Alexei Miranchuk proved to be the difference between the two sides in a fierce battle. Loss means Owls, or Eagle-Owls, must win their last group […]
FAQ: How to participate in the Euro 2020 matches in St. Petersburg
From June 12 to July 2, 2021, St. Petersburg will host a series of Euro 2020 matches. Brush on the national teams that will participate, the documents you need to visit and the COVID-19 actions in place at the games with our practical guide Who is playing? A mascot poses at the Gazprom football stadium […]
What is Russia known for Our readers answer!
It turns out that Russian MMA fighters are no less famous than classic writers! What a surprise! What do you know about Russia, other than its size? We asked our readers to remember the things they thought made the country famous. Among the hundreds of answers were the biggest examples of cuisine, culture and traditions. […]
Who fought with Hitler against the Soviet Union during World War II and why
Most Allies in the Third Reich had no reason to join the war against the Soviet Union. The Italians Paxox (CC BY-SA 4.0) Fascist Italy, the largest ally of Nazi Germany during World War II, was largely responsible for the Mediterranean war theater. However, Benito Mussolini also wanted Hitler to give his soldiers a chance […]
7 GREAT Germans who helped shape Russia
For more than 150 years, the Russian Empire was ruled by ethnic Germans – including Romanovs, from Peter III. Apart from them, there were many German people who contributed immensely to Russia’s culture and science. Burkhard Christoph von Münnich (1683-1767) Portrait of Count Burkhard Christoph von Münnich (1683-1767) Getty Images Born: In the Grand Duchy […]
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The new Covid authorizations will take effect throughout Finland
The amendments to the Communicable Diseases Act came into force on 22 February. They give new powers to regional authorities, which means that they are now able to apply stricter restrictions on businesses and leisure activities, including the ability to force places to close for up to two weeks. The amended law also allows regional […]
Ex-Libyan intelligence operative accused of role in Lockerbie Bombing
A former Libyan intelligence operative is facing charges related to his alleged role in the Lockerbie Bombing of 1988. The charges were laid on the 32nd anniversary to the day of the bombing which brought down Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, in Scotland on 21 December 1988. Scottish and U.S. officials allege Abu Agela […]
Why European monarchs wear Russian ‘kokoshniks’
These sparkling diamonds and emerald tiaras are modeled and named after the old Russian headdress. At official functions, one can see European royalty wearing tiaras that resemble an old Russian headdress called kokoshnik. In Russia, empresses and grand duchesses wore this type of tiara from Catherine the Great during the second half of the 18th […]
How Russia removed Finland from Sweden
History 17 September 2020 Boris Egorov Helena Schjerfbeck For the Swedes, their biggest tragedy was losing Finland to the Russian Tsar, but the Finns, in sharp contrast, saw it as an opportunity to one day in the future create their own nation state. When an independent Finland was born out of the ruins of the […]
