In a dramatic turn of events, Slovakia topped the Czech hockey team and reached the final where it will play Russia.

The official sales of iPad3 by Apple will be launched on May 25 in Russia, says the Kommersant. The final prices are not determined yet

On the first summer weekend - June 2 and 3 - the Arkhangelskoe Estate near Moscow will be hosting the already traditional International music festival Jazz Estate.

Opposition camps in different spots in Moscow city centre may foster a solution to the problem of having an "official" spot where to voice the public opinion. Inspired by London's Hyde Park, Moscow authorities look to designate a similar place to the policially-savvy citizens.

Tretyakov Art Gallery opens the exhibition of the well-known artist Nikolai Fechin on May 23.

From May 23 to May 27 the Central House of Artist in Moscow will be hosting a large-scale event in the world of the Russian architecture - the Arch-Moscow exhibition.

Russian experts share insights into the possible scenarios for relations in international arena following the election of the Socialist F. Hollande as the French President. They warn against potential strain in communication between Paris and Moscow.

A retrospective exhibition of the illustrious master of the Russian Social Art Leonid Sokov will for the first time in Russia most fully present works by the artist since the 1970s and till date.

May 23 will see the opening of the exhibition of Vitaly Pushnitsky - the first museum retrospective show in Moscow that traces the artist’s career since the 1990s.

Historians found information on the location of the ancient fortress in chronicles of the 16th century and records of foreigners.

A unique, if kitchy, attribute of Russian folk culture, matrioshkas (Russian dolls) never fail to inspire designers, whenever they contemplate the Russian "theme". Back in 2008, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Vogue in Russia, world's best and renowned designers were tasked with adding a touch of haute couture glamour to the famous doll. The result is a curious marriage of traditional shape and contemporary styling.

Already in the early childhood the boy showed interest in natural sciences that harmoniously intertwined with his inherent artistic talents. At the age of twelve Svetoslav already helped his father, the famous artist Nikolay Roerich, to stretch canvases over frames and prepare paints.

Spring has finally come to Moscow and summer is not far away too. The weather in the city is already sunny, warm and windless, spring flowering shrubs are blooming in all capital's parks and there is plenty of outdoor activities one can find during this wonderful season. Don't stay at home, follow our spring guide and keep yourself active and positive.

It is Friday and this means that another photo collection, dedicated to crazy Russians, is now available for you. And you don't need any translation, because these hilarious photos speak for itself. Enjoy!

Zoya Anatolyevna Kosmodemyanskaya was born in the Tambov Region into the family of an office worker. In 1930 the family moved to Moscow.

Today Russia marks the 67th anniversary of the capitulation of Nazi Germany to the Soviet Union in the Second World War in 1945 - the Victory Day. So many words of gratitude for Russian soldiers were said previously, and even more must be said in the future. We decided to make our contribution to this day, collected the best pictures and translated signs about war and victory, grief and memory. So the unique photo collection is now available for you in English. We remember. We are proud.

Biography of Ermak before the Siberian campaign is inconsistent and dubious. As N. M. Karamzin wrote, “Ermak was from an unknown family, but his soul was great”. Most of historians consider him a Don Cossack, while others assume he was a dweller of the Transurals region. He was the ataman of a Cossack gang that plundered vessels on River Volga.

Today is Friday and we are glad to present you our fresh and funny collection of demotivational posters about Russia. Most of these pictures were initially made only in the Russian language and then were translated by us especially for this article. So the honestest humour in the Russian Internet is now available for you. Enjoy and stay with us!

Maykov's poetry is characterized by contemplative mood, clarity of pattern and poetic forms.

Though Russian people don't smile often and don't look very easygoing in foreigners' eyes, they surely know the best ways to have some fun. Many of their actions may look really crazy, but that is what makes life in Russia so interesting, doesn't it? Today, in Friday Fun, we want to show you some of the best pictures in our "Crazy Russians" collection. And that's not all! Enjoy!