One of the first Russian proponents of terrorism and "strong" leadership was born 130 years ago in January.

This February is the 20th anniversary of the final withdrawal of Russian troops from Afghanistan.

On this day in Russian history

In the dark and cold days of late November and early December 1943, Stalin, Churchill and Roosevelt met in Tehran to begin dividing up the post-war world. Translator Valentin Berezhkov was caught in the middle.

A consideration of the roots of Russia's modern three week binge between Western Christmas and Russian Old New Year...

Ivan Turgenev is seen differently in the West versus in Russia. In Russia, his prose is often clouded by his "social concern" and the drowning of a puppy.

A look back at the tumultuous battle between President Yeltsin and the recalcitrant Duma of 1993, which lead to the shelling of parliament.

Each year, on October 19, students in Russia celebrate the beginning of higher education in the country, in 1811.

The philosopher and historian who captivated young Soviet minds... and his inexplicable beliefs.

Vladimir Korolenko has been completely forgotten as a writer...

What is it like to grow up with four older sisters? To be treated constantly as an invalid, while knowing you are heir to one of the most powerful monarchies on Earth?

For most people who grew up in the cities of the Soviet Union, July 12th was a summer day like any other...