September 01, 1995 Kalmykia: Where East Really Meets West A profile of the republic of Kalmykia, which separates Russia from the Caucasus. Travel
July 01, 1995 Transaero: What's all the fuss about? A look at no-frills debutante in the Russian aero market, Transaero. Business Travel
July 01, 1995 Shchi soup: a not so invisible hand in history For many centuries, shchi soup has been a staple of Russian cuisine. There is evidence that shchi was known in Rus long before the adoption of Christianity in 988 A.D. Customs Food & Drink History Travel
Postcard from the Edge of the World The string of islands that is the Kurils – perched between Sakhalin and Japan – had a not insignificant role in the history of the past century. Long closed to outsiders, its future in this century may depend on tourism. Economy History Regions Travel
