Some books our reviewer liked, and their significance for lovers of all things Russian.

More poignant and brave “last words” of dissenters, and a look at one popular place (again) of exile.

War has a way of changing the language, and not necessarily for the better.

Economist journalist Arkady Ostrovsky has created what is easily the most compelling and valuable podcast on Russia.

One Russian exile left her story — and a cry for help — in a museum guestbook.

Apple Podcasts has removed Meduza's signature news show after pressure from Russian courts.

The regime is hell-bent on silencing and slowly murdering Alexei Navalny. Here is his Last Word after his trumped up conviction last week.

Street artist Philippenzo, known for his anti-war murals, was detained at a Moscow airport when reentering Russia.

A retiree took to social media after hearing about his daughter's experience in Kyiv. Authorities harassed and tortured him.

Two concertgoers at a concert after one chanted “glory to Ukraine.”

On whether Ukraine will receive an invitation to join NATO next week.

The Ministry of Justice released a list of new "foreign agents." Among them is Boris Grebenshchikov, a respected founder of Russian Rock.