April 01, 1998 The Heroines of Nagano A recap of Russia's victories in the 1998 Winter Olympics and profiles of the women who led the Russian team in its successes.
April 01, 1998 The Kremlin and the Bottle An interview with Roy Medvedev about the drinking habits and policies of Russian and Soviet leaders. Interview
April 01, 1998 Where Have All the Muzhiks Gone? What is to be done about the declining life expectancy of Russian men?
April 01, 1998 Buying Real Vodka (Safely) How to buy vodka in Russia and not pay too muchb (in all senses).
April 01, 1998 The Tsar Liberator On the occasion of the 180th anniversary of the birth of Tsar Alexander II, we offer this biography.
April 01, 1998 The Perfect Vodka Appetizer Lightly-salted Selyodka (herring) is the perfect accompaniement to a vodkafest.
April 01, 1998 Let the Campaign Begin Crowning mounting speculation about his political successor, President Boris Yeltsin recently intimated that he may throw his weight behind his daughter Tatyana Dyachenko, who currently works on the presidential team.
April 01, 1998 Getting into the Spirits Results of the First Annual International Vodka Taste Off and Taste of Russia Dinner, held in Montpelier, Vermont, February 28, 1998.
