How Russian universities teach engineering & technology (VIDEO) Gateway to Russia Aug 20 2026 Education + +

https://www.gw2ru.com/education/254911-how-russian-universities-teach-engineering-and-technology-video In Russia, students get to design robots and drones, create neural networks and bioprostheses and work in laboratories with world-class equipment. The ‘Open Doors Olympiad’ for int’l students wishing to study at Russian universities kicks off Anna Popova Aug 20 2026 Education https://www.gw2ru.com/useful-education/254910-the-open-doors-olympiad-for-intl-students Registration for the ‘Open Doors Olympiad’ for international applicants, students and researchers opens on August 20.

How the Soviet Union prepared its citizens for war Boris Egorov Aug 20 2026 History

https://www.gw2ru.com/history/254896-how-the-soviet-union-prepared-its-citizens-for-war Young people received basic knowledge in military-technical, naval and aviation specialties. They also participated in the large-scale military sports games.

How to start understanding spoken Russian? Gateway to Russia Aug 19 2026 Education

https://www.gw2ru.com/education/254872-how-to-start-understanding-spoken-russian Many Russian language learners complain that Russians speak very quickly and are difficult to understand. We asked a Russian-as-a-foreign-language teacher to help tackle this problem.

What happens if you point your finger at the sky? Anna Popova Aug 20 2026 Education

https://www.gw2ru.com/education/254906-point-your-finger-at-the-sky-expression-meaning Nothing good will happen, that's for sure! Just imagine: You're asked a tricky question and, not knowing the answer, you guess and get it wrong!

The Moscow Metro’s most beautiful stations: Novokuznetskaya (PHOTOS) Alexandra Guzeva Aug 20 2026 Travel

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Ethnic groups of Russia: Komi Boris Egorov Aug 24 2026 Lifestyle

https://www.gw2ru.com/lifestyle/255044-ethnic-groups-of-russia-komi More than 190 ethnic groups live in the Russian Federation. Today we're highlighting the Komi! More than 140,000 members of this Finno-Ugric ethnic group live in Russia, primarily in the Komi Republic in the northwest of the country. According to one version, the ethnonym ‘Komi’ means ‘living on the Kama River,’ while another says it means ‘man, human.’ They are also called Komi-Zyryans, in order to distinguish them from the related Komi-Permyaks.

What was going on in Russia when Europe experienced the 'year without a summer'? Boris Egorov Aug 24 2026 History

https://www.gw2ru.com/history/255045-what-was-going-on-in-russia-when-europe-experienced-the-year-without-a-summer Darkness, pale sunlight, frosts, storms, endless cold rains and frequent snowfalls — that was the summer of 1816 in Europe.

Phrases you’ll definitely hear in the Russian Metro! Tatiana Fedyunina Aug 22 2026 Education

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10 HANDY Russian phrases to use at the airport Gateway to Russia Aug 24 2026 Education

https://www.gw2ru.com/education/255077-10-handy-russian-phrases-airport You've just landed in Russia. First comes passport control, then baggage claim, then finding your way to the city. These 10 phrases will guide you through every step.

Relics of Saint Dmitry Donskoy found in the Moscow Kremlin (PHOTOS) Natalya Kochetkova Aug 24 2026 History

https://www.gw2ru.com/history/255105-relics-of-saint-dmitry-donskoy-found-in-the-moscow-kremlin-photos The sarcophagus containing the body of the prince, who inflicted a serious defeat on the Golden Horde and ushered in the revival of Old Russia, was discovered during the restoration of the floor of the Cathedral of the Archangel.

Kids conquer the North Pole (VIDEO) Gateway to Russia Aug 25 2026 Travel

https://www.gw2ru.com/travel/255120-kids-conquer-the-north-pole-video The 'Icebreaker of Knowledge' expedition united 68 brilliant teens from 22 countries on a historic nuclear ship journey to the top of the world. After launching stratospheric balloons from an onboard aerospace lab, these young explorers celebrated the 200th surface vessel trip with a massive international dance right on the ice.

Classic Russian literature you can read online for FREE: Pushkin, Lermontov, Gogol Gateway to Russia Aug 26 2026 Culture

https://www.gw2ru.com/arts/255183-pushkin-lermontov-gogol-online-free The 'Gateway to Russia' content hub has uploaded many timeless works in acclaimed English translations. Happy reading!

35 motivating quotes from Russian classics about life Gateway to Russia Jan 11 2023 Culture

https://www.gw2ru.com/arts/3609-russian-writers-motivating-quotes These are some of the most striking quotes from the works of classics and modern authors that’ll make you look at life, love - and maybe even yourselves - from a different angle!

'Gateway to Russia' launches a curated content hub of Russian books & films in English Elena Gorkovenko Feb 03 2026 Culture

https://www.gw2ru.com/arts/244518-gateway-to-russia-content-hub-books-films-english A single entry point for classics that are otherwise scattered online – clearly categorized, explained and easy to navigate. ‘Gateway to Russia’ has launched a new curated content hub that brings together Russian classic literature in English and movies with English subtitles. The selected titles are currently free to read and watch via the official sources we provide links to. We do not host or distribute the books or movies ourselves. Instead, we provide a single, clearly structured entry point with categorization, brief annotations and viewing/reading recommendations – so content that’s otherwise scattered online is easier to find in one place.

Who was the real-life inspiration for Natasha Rostova in Leo Tolstoy’s ‘War and Peace’? Natalya Kochetkova Jul 05 2026 Culture

https://www.gw2ru.com/arts/252694-who-was-the-real-life-inspiration-for-natasha-rostova-in-leo-tolstoys-war-and-peace "I took Tanya, blended her with Sonya and out came Natasha," explained the future classic writer about the origins of his heroine.

What is the ‘Golden Age of Russian Literature’? Culture.ru Jul 22 2026 Culture

https://www.gw2ru.com/arts/253551-golden-age-russian-literature This term refers to the 19th century. But, what made it so special?

5 English translations of Russian literature in 2026 Alexandra Guzeva Jun 15 2026 Culture

https://www.gw2ru.com/arts/251243-2026-english-translations-russian-literature Among new Dostoevsky and WWII-period pieces, several poetic collections were also published.

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Russian Language Exported: BAIDARKA Gateway to Russia Aug 22 2026 Education

https://www.gw2ru.com/education/254993-russian-language-exported-baidarka The lightweight, silent boats of the Far Eastern peoples of Russia, without which summer sports would be unimaginable today.

Life of Ivan the Terrible in art (PICS) Boris Egorov Aug 26 2026 History

https://www.gw2ru.com/history/255172-life-of-ivan-the-terrible-in-art-pics Tsar Ivan IV ‘the Terrible’ is considered one of the most controversial figures to have sat on the Russian throne. He is credited with annexing vast lands and reforming the state apparatus, as well as the army, but is also accused of widespread terror and the brutal suppression of opposition.