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1. Medical tourism, space tourism, imaginary tourism: A Moon landing is on the horizon. Eurovision, with its typical set of scandals, is on an even closer horizon. And on your way, why not stop by Red Square for some dental work?; Tags: russia, cosmonaut, eurovision, tourism; By Alice E.M. Underwood

2. Elton John Crocodile Rocks the Kremlin: Sir Elton John's much-vaunted visit with Putin, Eurovision for kids, setting doors on fire, and other great performances – all in one little week.; Tags: elton john, putin, kremlin, eurovision, pavlensky, lgbt; By Alice E.M. Underwood

3. Catchy beats and milk-soaked scuffles: Russia's physics-defying display at Eurovision. Bullying via dairy products. Plus some saucy presidential pecking – on the lips.; Tags: Eurovision, journalism, Putin, Trump, zoo, Navalny, selfie, milk; By Alice E.M. Underwood

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