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'Russian Ark' is a technical marvel—and a testament to human perseverance.

Photo credit: screenshots from 'Russian Ark' trailer on Madman Films YouTube channel

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Activists Troll Russian Subs With Pro-Gay Underwater Neon Sailor

The Swedish Peace and Arbitration Society’s gyrating mascot shakes his booty at fascism off the coast of Stockholm.

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Sneaky Billboard Disappears in the Presence of Russian Authorities

To circumvent a Russian food embargo, this Moscow deli owner got selective with his clandestine advertising.

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If You Twerk in Russia, They Will Probably Throw You in Jail

Putin’s strange, ongoing war against booty-shaking.

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From Russia, With Facebook: Recycle Group Elevates Social Media Obsession to a Religious Devotion

How a new media arts collective from the east is creating tomorrow’s archaeological relics.

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Is Russophobia a Thing?

Yes, it sounds like paranoid, Putin-backed propaganda, but the term also sheds light on the West’s history of Russian stereotypes.

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U.N. Defeats Russian Anti-Gay Measure

The organization’s same-sex couples will continue to receive staff benefits.

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“Rent a Husband” in Moscow

The city will begin offering “husband” services to its residents.

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Russians Mourn Death of Boris Nemtsov

Nemtsov joins the ranks of opposition leaders critical of Putin who have been mysteriously assassinated.

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Russia Launches What Might Be First Eco-Friendly Space Weapon

Though less toxic to stratosphere, the Angara-A5 still potentially lethal to Putin’s enemies.

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Let the LGBT Community in Russia Know You Have Their Back

The 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi are upon us, and all eyes are on Russia. The anti-gay propaganda laws recently passed there affect us deeply...

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Why I Work with the Man Vladimir Putin Fears Most

When you work for the man that Vladimir Putin fears most, nothing is certain.

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Intermission: Russian Dash Cam Captures Amazing Acts of Kindness

Enjoy this heartwarming compilation of people helping each other out!

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Russia Finally Calling Beer Alcohol, Not Food New Russian Law Says Beer Is Not Food

A new law in Russia has closed a loophole that allowed anything with less than 10 percent alcohol to be considered a "foodstuff."

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GOOD Books: Get Whisked Away GOOD Books for your Stay-Cation

This week, GOOD Books livens up your stay-at-home summer with five reads for the would-be globetrotter.

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Space Carpooling: From Now on, We'll Be Hitching a Ride with the Russians

How will we get into space when NASA's shuttle program shuts down this summer? We'll carpool with the Russians!

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The Stupidest Dog Leash in the World The Povodkus Dog Leash Looks Like a Gun

An accessory for the dog owner who wants to look like they're killing their dog.