September 01, 2000 The Russian Invasion Watch out Nashville! These seven, hypertalented young musicians from Obninsk are set to take the American country music world by storm.
September 01, 2000 To Russia With Potatoes In Holland, land is expensive and hard to come by. So Steven Lawtiens headed East, to grow potatoes in Russia.
September 01, 2000 Not your everyday potato Kartofelnaya zapekanka, a baked casserole with potatoes, onions and mushrooms, is the dish of choice for this issue's recipe page, which is part of our annual Russian Flavors section, focusing this year on potatoes.
September 01, 2000 Tuber or Not Tuber The potato, a beloved staple at the Russian table, was first met in Russia with riots and superstition.
September 01, 2000 How Beer Can Save Russia The title says it all. Beer is making a comeback in Russia, and one can hope that vodka consumption will take a hit.
August 19, 2000 Freedom? Serfs and Slaves; did Emancipation really mean freedom in Russia or the U.S.? History Russia File
August 18, 2000 Shaman and Native Mysticism The term Shaman is both a noun and a verb. It is from the Tungus language and is seen as saman or haman. The actions of the Shaman are, what western explorers referred to as, Shamanism. It is the oldest known demonstration of human spirituality. Regions Religion Russia File
August 15, 2000 Nina Novikova, St. Petersburg Artist The life and works of this thirty-eight year old, single mother and wonderful artist. Art Culture Russia File
August 08, 2000 Women Combat Aviators of the Patriotic War Told that the Rodina was not in so bad a shape that she needed girls to protect her, these future heroes were sent home to their mothers. Soon, they were called back and became a crucial element in the protection of their homeland and victory over Nazi Germany. History Russia File
August 06, 2000 Dagestan - Islamic Center and War Zone Part II - Islamic rebels History Religion Russia File
