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• Atompunk, Horror, and More: Video Games by Russian Developers

  … followed by a remaster and a sort of a follow-up. Pathologic 2 is both a sequel and remake, with largely the same characters (with only Haruspex as a protagonist for now) and story, but improved quality and additional content. Heroes of Might and Magic V (2006) Genre: turn-based strategy Platforms: PC The fifth installment of Heroes of Might …

  19.04.2024

• This Week in St. Petersburg: April 18-24, 2024

  …ards people learning Russian as a foreign language. Designed for A2-B2 learners, the test will consist of ten exciting and informative tasks that will center on the culture, history, and science of Russia. Sunday, April 21 Cosmic Weekend Festival April 20-21, 12-10 pm Vokzal 1853 Free This weekend, the hip venue of Vokzal 1853 is going “a lon…

  17.04.2024

• Must-Read Russian Books for Learners of Any Level

  …ocabulary and uncomplicated syntax. However, you should now be able to understand longer sentences, simple metaphors and idioms, as well as vocabulary related to culture and history. Don't rush into complex meanings and philosophical implications; you can master them at higher levels. What to read: Storybooks Чемодан (Th…

  16.04.2024

• Modern Brands Inspired by Russian Culture and Folklore: Part I

  …a. Around a dozen cities including Nizhny Novgorod and Tver are lucky to be represented by such lovely memorabilia already, and there’s probably more to come. In a previous story, we mentioned one of the Russian traditional handicrafts – toys carved from wood. They are so beautiful in their simplicity and truly feel like a mysterious object from the deep, deep pas…

  15.04.2024

• 5 Paintings To See in Hermitage’s General Staff Building

  …i.  Where: room 411 Absinthe Drinker by Pablo Picasso, 1901 Early in his blue period, Pablo Picasso, one of the most influential painters of the 20th century in history, created Absinthe Drinker. Still primarily in warm colors, the picture shows a scene of ordinary life outwardly and inwardly – a tragedy of life that the painter masterfully conveyed with…

  12.04.2024

• Student Spotlight: Abanoub Mikhail, Egypt

  …s study in Russia and on government scholarships! But what motivated me the most was its rich treasure trove of historic events. Before becoming a physicist, I was a massive history nerd. Hence, Russia holds a special place in my heart. Wow! So how did you get into physics? As a teenager, I wanted to become a historian, but my life progressed along a different …

  11.04.2024

• This Week in St. Petersburg: April 11-17, 2024

  …ounge 350 rubles (tickets here) If you enjoyed The Last of Us (the games or the recent series), you’ll probably get a kick out of this dystopian tale, too: it tells the story of a team of journalists travelling across a United States torn by the Second Civil War. Find out what happens in this thrilling plot created by Alex Garland, the writer and director of E…

  10.04.2024

• ITMO.NEWS Ed Team Recommends: Podcasts

  … cardiac surgeon called Bobby, never actually existed. The intricate web of lies and psychological tricks gave me chills that could rival any true-crime series. Telling a real story, the authors manage to end each episode with cliffhangers that leave you craving for more. And as the primary source of this recommendation suggests, the time doing household chores while…

  05.04.2024

• Student Spotlight: Myint Myat Kyaw, Myanmar

  …ere in St. Petersburg? It is difficult to choose, but my personal favorites are the Hermitage and the Peter and Paul Fortress. Both of them offer immersive experiences in history and culture, making them must-visit destinations in St. Petersburg. What are your plans for the future? For now, I am focused on completing my Master’s program with good grades. My …

  04.04.2024

• This Week in St. Petersburg: April 4-10, 2024

  …0 pm Angleterre Cinema Lounge 300 rubles (tickets here) If you need inspiration to get through this sudden freeze, Arthur the King (2024) might just be it: follow the story of an adventure racer, enduring whatever mother nature throws at him, as he adopts a dog called Arthur to follow him along on this journey. If they can do it – so could we, right? Even if…

  03.04.2024