December 23, 2025

Nörüön Nörgüy (Welcome)


Nörüön Nörgüy (Welcome)

Original Russian article published in Takie Dela

Text by Anna Vasilyeva
Photos by Alexei Vasilyev
Translation by Kat Tancock

One in four crimes in Russia is committed under the influence of alcohol. In the fight against inebriation, authorities are implementing a variety of restrictions: in most regions of Russia, alcohol will no longer be sold at night, during high school graduation, or near schools, medical facilities, or athletic venues.


Digital Subscription Required

Get unlimited digital access for just $2 a month.

Don't have an account? signup

See Also

Opposites Attract: Russian-American Marriages

Opposites Attract: Russian-American Marriages

Americans have been marrying Russians in record numbers since the wall came down. Lynn Visson looks at the unique challenges and rewards of Russian-American marriages and how couples are finding domestic detente.

"Bring A Friend"

All sorts of recruiters, from “local authorities” to women on maternity leave – not all of them in Russia – are convincing people to sign contracts to fight in Russia’s War on Ukraine. Russians are making money by sending other Russians off to war.
The Coldest Village on Earth

The Coldest Village on Earth

So you think it has been cold in the US this winter? Well, you don't know from cold. You want cold, you go to Siberia. And when Siberians want cold, they go to Oymyakon. So that's where Nick Allen went. You get to tag along.

About Us

Russian Life is a publication of a 30-year-young, award-winning publishing house that creates a bimonthly magazine, books, maps, and other products for Russophiles the world over.

Latest Posts

Our Contacts

Russian Life
73 Main Street, Suite 402
Montpelier VT 05602

802-223-4955