September 04, 2007 Ded Moroz Ded Moroz; Grandfather Frost; is the Russian counterpart to the Western Santa Claus and other Gift Givers worldwide. He and his assistant, Snegurochka, continue to delight children and adults alike. In 2000, Santa Claus traveled to Russia to meet Ded Moroz for the first time! Culture History Holidays Russia File
September 02, 2007 Blini Traditions of the so-called Russian pancake and several authentic recipes. Culture Food & Drink Russia File
February 14, 2007 Drinking in Russia Russian customs and traditions regarding the consumption of water, tea and vodka. Culture Food & Drink Russia File
May 05, 2006 Russian Spas Russia's history of taking to the spas, in the shadow of military conflict. Culture Health Russia File
April 28, 2006 The Saami's Story The Saami people (Russian population: 1,800) struggle to survive as a small national group in Russia. Culture Russia File
February 01, 2006 Cell Phone Mania A look at the astonishing rise in cell phone use in Russia. One report indicates that over 60% of Russians now have cell phones, versus just 25% two years ago. Business Culture Russia File
October 31, 2005 Byzantine Catholic Church in Russia Examination of the history of this Christian tradition, which is in full communion with the Church of Rome. Culture History Religion Russia File
May 24, 2005 Russian Email Habits Why is it that Russians don't answer email? We explore this conundrum, and whether it has some roots in Russian business or personal culture. Business Culture Russia File
March 01, 2005 Where the Russians Are A color-coded map of the US, showing which states have the highest percentage of Russian immigrants. Culture Int'l Relations Reference Russia File
November 05, 2003 Who Are the Russians? A look at the notion of "ethnic" Russians. Culture History Russia File
November 01, 2003 Does Russia Matter? Just how important is Russia in the world? Culture Environment History Int'l Relations Russia File
December 02, 2001 Photo Favorites A gallery of my favorite photographs from St. Petersburg Times photographers Alexander Belenky and Sergey Grachev. These gentlemen have not published a picture I did not like. My favorites are those that I feel best showcase their talents and portray Russian life and culture. Art Culture Russia File
