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• Looking on the Bright Side: Perks of a Digital New Year’s

  It’s been quite a year, hasn’t it? And even though this seemingly never-ending rollercoaster of unexpected events is about to finally come to an end, 2020 does have something more up its sleeve – a digital New Year’s. But just because your 2021 holiday is different, it doesn’t mean it can’t be just as festive, celebratory, and meaningful as in years past.

  22.12.2020

• Russian New Year’s Superstitions: Building a Better Year Together in 2021

  Did you know that cleaning your house on New Year’s Eve may sweep away any luck coming your way, while wearing the wrong clothes can make the next year's symbol angry? These are just some of the most common superstitions that could bring you luck in a new year. And as we’re not taking any chances, especially this year, let’s dig into all the dos and don’ts of the upcoming New Year’s Eve together. We promise that as the clock strikes midnight, you won’t turn into a pumpkin (unless that's what you wish for).

  21.12.2020

• Holiday Spirit: How To Get It and Keep It

  The holidays! A magical time. But maybe you're just not feeling that festive spirit this time around? Perhaps you only need a bit of inspiration. We've tried to put together a list of all the different things that make each of us get into the holiday mood.

  18.12.2020

• Decorate For the Holidays Like a Russian

  Paper clips, tangerine peels, cotton wool... If you can’t comprehend what this random set of items has to do with festive decorations, most likely you have never had the opportunity to visit your Russian friend’s house on New Year’s Eve. To fix this situation until the beautiful fir tree starts dropping its needles, let me invite you to the outlandish but charming winter fairytale that comes true within the four walls of an apartment somewhere in Russia.

  14.12.2020

• New Year’s Done Right: Brainy Books and Movies to Check Out This Holiday Season

  The holidays are perfect not only for partying and sleeping, but also for doing what you’ve always been putting off. Tired of socializing and stuffing yourself? Spend some time with an enlightening film or a great book. We’ve prepared a list of some of the books and movies you should check out this holiday season.

  03.01.2020

• Our New Year’s Resolutions for 2020

  It’s the new year (happy new year!), and for many of us this is the time of getting our food-comatose selves together and setting some goals for the 12 months to come. Here’s what we at ITMO.NEWS editorial team will be aspiring to. What about you?

  01.01.2020

• Speak like a Russian: New Year’s Words

  The New Year is almost here, and tomorrow evening will be celebration time. There will be congratulations, speeches and toasts – so let's learn a few basic expressions that’ll help you join in on the fun! 

  30.12.2019

• Our 2019, Illustrated

  December is the time to reflect on the passing year! Early 2019 was a bit of a wild time for us, but it gave start to new things: new partnerships, world-class conferences, a totally new educational framework, and much, much more. Check out our animated review of this year's highlights and meet us in 2020!

  30.12.2019

• New Year in Russia: Traditional Foods

  I’m not really a fan of various New Year traditions; I don't like the obligatory exchange of presents, and chopping down live trees just to throw them away in a week’s time doesn’t sound like a good idea, either. Still, there’s one custom that’s sacred to me – and that’s the New Year’s dinner, which is a very special event for almost every Russian. And since you can’t have a meal without food, it is the traditional Russian New Year foods that will be our topic today!

  17.12.2019

• Party Like a Russian

  'tis the season! If you’re invited to a holiday party by your Russian friends (or there's one spontaneously happening at your dorm), don’t panic. Here’s how to come out alive and love every minute.

  16.12.2019