Why was the USSR so obsessed with landing on the Moon, but never actually did? Boris Egorov Apr 03 2026 History

https://www.gw2ru.com/history/247633-why-was-the-ussr-so-obsessed-with-landing-on-the-moon-but-never-actually-did The Soviet Union dreamed of not just visiting the Earth's only natural satellite, but also establishing a permanent presence there.

5 incredible stories from the life of Nikolai Gogol, possibly invented by himself Natalya Kochetkova Apr 03 2026 Culture

https://www.gw2ru.com/arts/247641-5-incredible-stories-from-the-life-of-nikolai-gogol-possibly-invented-by-himself The writer loved to invent stories about himself and mystify those around him.

Did you know that the USSR was founded in… the Bolshoi Theater?! Boris Egorov Apr 06 2026 History

https://www.gw2ru.com/history/247711-did-you-know-that-the-ussr-was-founded-in-the-bolshoi-theater Shoulder straps were introduced in the Soviet troops in 1943. Once upon a time, the very idea was considered offensive.

What Soviet Russia was like in 1986 (PHOTOS) Alexandra Guzeva Apr 05 2026 History

https://www.gw2ru.com/history/247692-soviet-russia-1986-photos Perestroika, Glasnost, long waiting lines and sobriety… What was the land of the Soviets living like and how did it look exactly 40 years ago?

Why is MONEY the real protagonist in Mikhail Bulgakov's novel ‘The Master and Margarita’? Natalya Kochetkova Apr 04 2026 Culture

https://www.gw2ru.com/arts/247681-why-is-money-the-real-protagonist-in-mikhail-bulgakovs-novel-the-master-and-margarita Most remember Woland's phrase about Muscovites "corrupted by the housing problem". However, his meaning went deeper: humanity has loved money throughout history. But, it hasn't always brought them joy.

Ethnic groups of Russia: Nenets Boris Egorov Apr 06 2026 Lifestyle

https://www.gw2ru.com/lifestyle/247712-ethnic-groups-of-russia-nenets More than 190 ethnic groups live in the Russian Federation. Today, we're highlighting the Nenets!

Guarding Spear Cave — a mystery in the rocks (VIDEO) Gateway to Russia Apr 06 2026 Travel

https://www.gw2ru.com/travel/247742-guarding-spear-cave-a-mystery-in-the-rocks-video Amid stone, silence and ancient outlines lies a cave with a truly legendary name.