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Top 3 Korean TV Shows We’re Excited to See This Year
…ar, Perfect Crown is set in an alternate modern-day Korea governed by a monarchy, where social status means more than personal feelings. Starring IU and Byeon Woo-seok, the story centers on a contract marriage that gradually evolves into something bigger. Expect a mix of fantasy and romance with slow-burn tension, which Korean shows tend to excel at. For crimin…
20.02.2026
Student Spotlight: Er Mert, Turkey
…e country. I am really glad I got in. How did you decide to study in Russia? Ever since I was a child, I was interested in your country. I liked its flag, culture, and history. My aunt is Russian and from her I learned more about your culture, which strengthened my interest. I saw that the cultures of our countries are quite similar, so I decided to study here.…
19.02.2026
Russian Musical Earworms
…eashore (побережье) – quite an enticing picture in the middle of freezing February. And if you are feeling adventurous, you may discover that all this is a metaphor for a love story; quite a twist for the seemingly simple upbeat bop! – Catherine…
16.02.2026
This Week in St. Petersburg: February 12-18, 2026
…ture fix to make the rest of the week sing: a Puccini opera masterfully brought to the screen with a star cast led by Mirella Freni and Plácido Domingo. Who knew a devastating story could be so beautiful? …
11.02.2026
4 Fascinating Events and Places in St. Petersburg History
…ce, while St. Michael’s remained uninhabited for a further 22 years. Even today, it holds a reputation as perhaps St. Petersburg’s most haunted landmark. For more Russian history insights, check out our features on cool and obscure inventions from Russian history, the five Russian words with unexpected origins, and the Soviet slang…
10.02.2026
Student Spotlight: Viviana Troya Jima, Ecuador
… to the changing seasons. But St. Petersburg is a wonderful city; no matter the season, it remains beautiful. It's full of culture and art; every place you visit has its own history. What fascinated me most is its infrastructure. It's a city with so much movement, yet peaceful at the same time. I love its parks because they remind me of my hometown and make me feel a…
05.02.2026
Discovery of the Month: Sports, Joys of Winter, and More
…artoons. I got to watch the long-awaited sequel to Zootopia in mid-January and was positively swept off my feet by its kindness, fur-based jokes, and, of course, heart-warming story. For me, everything felt just right not just with the movie, but with the day itself, which brought the rare winter sun with pretty snowflakes circling all around and started with a surpr…
30.01.2026
Student Spotlight: Hilux Fokou Ngoumo, Cameroon
…, even in Russia, where people are usually considered reserved. What has been your experience living in St. Petersburg so far? St. Petersburg is incredible. The mix of history, culture, and innovation makes it an inspiring city to study in. I love exploring its canals and architecture, but I also appreciate the intellectual energy, from universities to tech hub…
29.01.2026
This Week in St. Petersburg: January 29 - February 4, 2026
…es (visits allowed only with a guided tour) If The Devil Wears Prada were to be set in St. Petersburg, it would’ve started with this exhibition that captures the modern history of the city’s fashion scene. From the designs of the 80s to the trends of the 2010s, you will find it all on display. With many of the designers getting inspiration from the masterpieces …
28.01.2026
Treasured and Hard-to-Find: Optimists in Russian Literature
…vin is arguably the central, most crucial one in the entire novel – and, according to some, the author’s alter ego. Struggling to understand the meaning of life throughout the story, at one point Levin realizes that it cannot be found through thinking; it can only be found through living. Finding purpose in personal happiness, kindness, and contentment in what one ha…
27.01.2026