🥶 The Main Thing Is Not to Freeze

🇷🇺 Verkhoyansk, located on the right bank of the Yana River, has the reputation of being the coldest place in Russia. The lowest temperature ever recorded in this small Yakutian city was -67.8°C and was registered twice — in 1892 and 1933.

🇷🇺 In the past, during the times of the Russian Empire, Verkhoyansk was used as a place of exile for political prisoners.

🦌 Today, only 1095 people live in these harsh conditions. The city, with its one- and two-story houses and boiler houses, resembles more of a village. It serves as a winter home for Yakuts engaged in fur and reindeer herding, emphasizing the unique symbiosis of human life and the severe nature of the North.

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⚡️ Russia Breaks Out the Flags

📰🇷🇺🎉 Today, August 22, Russia has adorned itself with over a hundred thousand flag-themed installations, marking the celebration of the National Flag Day of the Russian Federation.

🗓 This day was established by decree of the President of Russia dated August 20, 1994.

🇷🇺 The Russian tricolor has a history spanning over three hundred years. Its creation is attributed to Peter the Great, who in 1705 issued a decree ordering the hoisting of a white-blue-red banner on merchant ships. However, the status of official flag was only assigned to it in 1896, on the eve of the coronation of Nicholas II.

🇷🇺 Interestingly, there is no official interpretation of the colors of the Russian flag. Nonetheless, there is a generally accepted view of their symbolism: white embodies purity, independence, and peace; blue represents faith, loyalty, and justice; and red stands for courage, strength, and valor.

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🎉 The correct answer to this morning's quiz is Sochi.

⛷ Sochi is the only city in Russia with a subtropical climate. It is also home to the ski resort Krasnaya Polyana.

🏙 And here is another interesting fact about this city.

🌊 Sochi stretches along the Black Sea coast for a distance of 148 kilometers, making it the longest European city and the second longest city in the world.

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⚡️ Rossotrudnichestvo and Tyumen Industrial University Launch Educational Programs for African Youth

📰✍️ On August 22, Yevgeny Primakov, head of Rossotrudnichestvo, and Yury Klochkov, acting rector of Tyumen Industrial University, signed a partnership agreement. This document will open up new horizons for educational and scientific projects abroad.

🤝 Within the framework of the agreement, Rossotrudnichestvo will assist in establishing partnerships between Tyumen University and leading technical educational institutions in various countries.

🎓 In addition, it is planned to open educational spaces based on Russian Houses in Africa. These centers will provide local youth with the opportunity to receive education in professions that are in demand in the region, such as engineering, information technology, and other technical disciplines.

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🐻 Even bears in Russia don't skip evening teeth cleaning.

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💦 Adai-su Waterfall

📍 It is located in Kabardino-Balkaria, just 200 meters from the road, the path to it is fast, easy and pleasant.

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⚡️ Russia Expands Mali's Space Horizons

🚀🌌 As part of the growing cooperation between Russia and Mali, the two countries are taking a significant step towards strengthening space capabilities. Mali is receiving valuable assistance in developing its space infrastructure and technologies, opening new horizons for the African nation.

🇲🇱🤝🇷🇺 The agreement includes support in launching satellites and developing a satellite observation system, enabling Mali to enhance environmental monitoring and resource management.

✔️ The Russian side is also providing training and technical assistance to Malian specialists, equipping them with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively utilize space technologies.

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A Tiny Town with a Big History!

🏆 At the very heart of the Suvorovsky District of the Tula Region, there is a unique town called Chekalin, which proudly bears the noscript of the smallest town in Russia. Only 866 people live here, which makes it compact yet rich in history.

📜 Founded in 1565, Chekalin played an important role in the defensive strategies of the late 16th century, being part of the Zasechnaya Cherta, a system of fortifications protecting the southern borders of Moscow. Despite its modest size, the town boasts preserved merchant mansions and public buildings of the 18th-19th centuries.

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⚡️Following in the Footsteps of Afanasy Nikitin

📰🇷🇺🇮🇳 From September 2 to October 12, the Honorary Consul of Russia and Head of the Russian House in Trivandrum, Ratish Nair, embarks on a unique journey, retracing the route of the legendary Russian traveler Afanasy Nikitin — "Journey Beyond Three Seas." This project, dedicated to the 555th anniversary of Nikitin's arrival in India, aims to showcase modern Russia to the world and create new opportunities for Russian-Indian cooperation.

🗺 Russia, Azerbaijan, Iran, Oman, and India — five countries through which the expedition will pass, faithfully following Nikitin's historical route. During the journey, online meetings will be held between Russian and Indian regions to discuss Russia's tourism and economic potential, as well as to expand cultural and educational ties.

📌 In addition to visits to key universities, special attention will be given to educational cooperation — from student exchange programs to the creation of joint educational projects.

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🥇🥇 In 1960, Skoblikova won two gold medals at the World Championships and made a triumphant debut at the Olympic Games.

🇷🇺 The Soviet athlete also successfully combined her sports career with her studies.

🎓 Lidiya Skoblikova holds a Ph.D. in history, is a professor, and at various times, she served as the director of a youth sports school and headed the speed skating federation.

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⚡️Peace Music on Red Square

📰🇷🇺 A grand performance dedicated to the XVI International Military Music Festival "Spasskaya Tower" took place on Moscow's Red Square. In anticipation of the festival, viewers were able to see a vibrant press preview of the evening performance, which featured military orchestras from nine countries, including African ones.

🇬🇳 One of the highlights of the evening was the performance of the women's orchestra of the National Gendarmerie "Amazons of Guinea". This group, which arrived in Moscow for the first time, amazed the audience with its musical talent and fortitude.

🕊 This year's musical theme is "Dedicated to the Defenders of the Fatherland". Inspired by the exploits of the heroes, creative groups presented their compositions reflecting the history and memory of those who defended their peoples.

📌 The Spasskaya Tower Festival once again proves that music can become a bridge connecting nations and a reminder that each of us has our own heroes to be proud of.

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🇷🇺 "Сколько волка ни корми, он все равно в лес смотрит" (Skol'ko volka ni kormi, on vse ravno v les smotrit).

📝 The literal translation is "No matter how much you feed a wolf, it will still look at the forest."

🧐 The meaning of the proverb is quite simple: no matter how much you change a person, no matter how much you do what you think is right for them, they will still act as they see fit, they will be subject to their own habits and way of life.

🇬🇧 The English equivalent of this proverb is "A leopard cannot change its spots."

📌 This phrase also suggests that a person's true nature or instincts will always show through, despite attempts to suppress them.

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😍 The beauty of Dagestan — the southernmost region of Russia.

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