March 01, 2001 Three Books About Women In addition to three books about and by women – in recognition of March 8, International Women’s Day – we inaugurate the addition of vodka reviews to this section of our magazine. The review is one of the reviews from our affiliated website, vodkaphiles.com.
March 01, 2001 A Duck for Winter's End Duck, stuffed with rowanberries and celery. Just try to read this recipe and not rush out to the butcher...
February 20, 2001 End of an Era The presidency and life of former President Boris Yeltsin who resigned on December 31, 1999. History Russia File
February 18, 2001 ABM, NMD - Alphabet Soup of Defense Do you think the Cold War was over? Existing tensions between Russia and the U.S. regarding missile defense and NATO expansion are increasing. Is it possible for both to protect their interests against perceived threats without becoming a threat to each other?(originally published Feb. 2001) Politics Science Russia File
February 18, 2001 ABM, NMD - Alphabet Soup of Defense Part II looks at the concern many have for a 'new' cold war. Politics Science Russia File
February 18, 2001 ABM, NMD - Alphabet Soup of Defense Part III - some thoughts on Russia-US relations. Politics Russia File
February 09, 2001 Emperor of all Russia The dramatic life and times of Tsar Nicholas I of Russia who reigned from 1826 to 1855. Nicholas I believed that he was accountable directly to God for all of his actions and answered to no man. This has become known as the <I>Nicholas System</I>. History Russia File
February 09, 2001 Doukhobors of Russia The origins, persecution and emigration to Canada of the Russian religious sect known as the Doukhobors. A direct result of Nikon's reforms and resulting Church schism, learn about their beliefs and culture. Regions Russia File
January 23, 2001 Russian Pascha Easter is the most important celebration of the Russian Orthodox Church. Find out what constitutes a traditional Pascha meal and read the Patriarch's message. Culture Holidays Religion Russia File
