August 12, 2020 Criminal QR-Codes Be careful what QR-codes you scan in Russia, you may be opening yourself up to fraud. Economy News Russia File
August 11, 2020 A Win for the Lada Russia's iconic domestic car has been the highest-selling automobile in the last six months. Business Economy Transportation Russia File
August 10, 2020 The Яs Have It Yandex, Russia's Google almost-equivalent, is making moves to expand with products including "YaBank," "YaSafe," and "YaCash." Business Economy Internet Russia File
August 07, 2020 Russia's Median Income Data from Rosstat indicates that the median Russian monthly salary is R35,000 (approximately $480). Business Economy Russia File
July 24, 2020 Pushups for the Poor Russian lawmakers seek to boost the economy – and citizens' heart rates – by providing vouchers for workout classes. Economy Government Health Social Issues Russia File
July 02, 2020 Kefir-Beer, a Dog Retiree, and a Grave Competition This week: stamps honor highways, grave-diggers let loose, and Russia's cutest cop takes his leave. Animals Cities & Towns Customs Economy Religion Science Odder News
July 01, 2020 Trampolines, Lava and the Constitution News, quotes and tidbits from around Russia. Economy Environment Urban Life
June 30, 2020 Lighten Up, Russia Experts report that Russian drinking habits over the last couple of months have gotten a bit lighter. Economy Food & Drink Health Statistics Russia File
May 26, 2020 Weight, Weight, Don't Tell Me Quarantine is hard on the mind, soul, and waistline. Economy Health Internet Social Issues Russia File
May 20, 2020 A Historic Drinking Development A new report finds that, for the first time, Russians are drinking more coffee than tea. Economy Food & Drink Russia File
May 07, 2020 Coliving, Bill Gates, and Grechka This week we explore Soviet throwbacks, social media trends, and coronavirus fugitives. Cities & Towns Economy Food & Drink Government Health History Urban Life Odder News
April 30, 2020 Snow Shovels, Hangovers, and Historical Revisions This week: Russian telecomms habits shift, a St. Petersburg entrepreneur gets crafty, and being stuck at home means more alcohol intake. Business Economy Food & Drink Health History Regions Odder News