January 05, 2021 A thirst for travel... and kefir Leo started traveling as a young man. Upon emigrating, he traveled around the world twice, and has been to 120 countries. At 84, he yearns for more. Food Stories Russia File
January 05, 2021 Frozen Ramen Challenge Russians are taking advantage of sub-zero temperatures to participate in the frozen Ramen challenge. Customs News Russia File
January 04, 2021 Wedding Guest of Woe A couple in Kaliningrad has been jailed for posting a photo of their wedding. Espionage News Russia File
January 03, 2021 Herring Under a What? A popular New Year’s dish in Russia, Herring under a Fur Coat is a bit baffling. Food & Drink Holidays Russia File
January 01, 2021 "Не живёте, потому что нельзя это жизнью назвать." Тридцать лет назад, незадолго до своей смерти, Игорь Тальков (1956-1991) написал песню-крик души о своей многострадальной родине — СССР. Эта песня, к сожалению, до сих пор очень актуальна в России и не только... Government History Music
January 01, 2021 Tenders of the Vine Where we explore Russia’s oenophilic intentions and vine-driven tourism, rooted in the hills of Krasnodar Krai. Economy Food & Drink Regions
January 01, 2021 In Memoriam In a year filled with death and mourning, we remember an individual who was, for this magazine, profoundly influential and truly remarkable. History
January 01, 2021 Ascending Anik Our intrepid Far Eastern explorer gets it into his head to trek through uninhabited wilds in order to ascend his region’s tallest peak. Not all goes to plan. Environment Regions Travel
January 01, 2021 Kamchatka Tragedy Russian scientists are researching the cause of a massive die-off of marine life off the coast of Kamchatka in October. Environment Government Regions
January 01, 2021 600 This issue of Russian Life is issue number 600. Given this milestone, I would like to give a shout out to some of our unsung heroes. History
January 01, 2021 Searching for St. Nicholas A town on the Turkish coast preserves the memory of one of Russia’s most venerated saints. Culture History Religion
January 01, 2021 A Time for Pirogi January – and the winter months in general – are a great time to master the hearty Russian recipes for all kinds of pirogi. Customs Food & Drink