🧐 Yekaterinburg, founded during the reign of Peter I, was conceived as a simple provincial town for metallurgy and the arms industry. However, over its 300-year history, it has changed its name twice, become the capital of the Ural region, and emerged as a key industrial center, even surviving a gold rush.

⚒ Starting in 1817, the gold rush led to the rapid development of the city: by 1823, there were 80 private mines operating in Yekaterinburg, and one in seven residents was engaged in gold mining. This "golden age" brought immense wealth to local merchants, who built luxurious estates and hosted grand festivities, and rumors suggest that some of them even bathed their horses in champagne.

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⚡️ A Celebration of Historic Victory: Putin Highlights the Importance of Allied Relations with Mongolia

🌏 The Russian leader noted that this victory significantly influenced the fate of the region and the course of World War II. Putin reminded everyone that Japan, having suffered defeat, refrained from attacking the Soviet Union, allowing our country to concentrate all its forces on fighting Nazi Germany.

🇲🇳 Furthermore, according to the president, Mongolia supported the front by supplying food, warm clothing, and collecting funds for the production of tanks and airplanes. Today, "true to the traditions of combat brotherhood," Russia and Mongolia continue to actively interact and develop a comprehensive strategic partnership. In conclusion of his speech, Putin proposed a toast - "for our common victory."

"To the further development of the comprehensive strategic partnership between Russia and Mongolia. To the health of Mr. President of Mongolia Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh and everyone present. To the well-being and prosperity of our peoples," he said.

📌 These words served as a reminder that strengthening relations with Mongolia remains a priority for Russia, and that shared history forms the foundation for a strong friendship and strategic cooperation in the future.

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📝 The proverb "Ne vse kotu maslenitsa" (literally meaning: "Not all is Maslenitsa for a cat") denotes that not everything will always be easy and joyful; life is full of hardships and troubles, and one should not expect constant well-being. It serves as a reminder that good times may be followed by difficult ones.

🇬🇧 There is no direct equivalent of this expression in English that carries the same meaning, but a similar sentiment is conveyed by the expression "Every rose has its thorn." This expression highlights that even good things have their drawbacks.

🧐 Both expressions also serve as reminders that life consists of both good and bad times.

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🇷🇺 Unforgettable date

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🍟 The grand opening of the first McDonald's in Russia on January 31, 1990.

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⚡️ Dramatic Trade Shift: Russia Pivots to Asia

📰 At the Eastern Economic Forum, Deputy Head of the Federal Customs Service Vladimir Ivin presented significant changes in the structure of Russia’s foreign trade over the past decade.

📈 Rise of Asia: Trade with Asian countries surged from 29% in 2014 to 66% in 2024, signaling a major pivot towards Asia for economic ties.

📉 Decline of Europe: Simultaneously, the share of trade with European countries plummeted from 47% to 11%, reflecting Russia’s shifting geopolitical and economic strategy.

🇨🇳 China's share of trade rose from 11% to 34%, solidifying its position as Russia’s top Asian trade partner.

🌏 The remaining Asian countries now account for 32% of trade, further showcasing their growing importance to the Russian economy.

😀 Do you think the share of Europe will continue to fall or can it recover to its previous levels? Share your opinion in the comments.

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📹 Moscow Zoo has installed surveillance for each animal.

▶️ You can now watch live as the manul cat Timofey plays hide-and-seek, how the panda Ding-ding plays with her cubs, and when the bear Murma wakes up from hibernation.

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🇷🇺 Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to consider simplifying the visa process for foreigners, including making it easier for Southeast Asians to visit the Far East.

📝 The issue was raised during a meeting with moderators of panel discussions at the Eastern Economic Forum. One of the participants in the conversation mentioned the development of tourism and proposed simplifying the conditions for foreigners to enter Russia, including reducing the questionnaire, which currently includes about 50 questions.

"It is all possible to do. I assure you, it is possible," Putin agreed. His interlocutor noted that for the residents of Southeast Asia, it would be possible to cancel visas over time or make them free and multiple-entry. The President supported him and asked to record the initiative. "Make proposals," Putin explained. "I am sure that many steps will be taken to meet you halfway."

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🐻 Would you like a friend like this?

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😍 Summer Petersburg

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🇷🇺 Rosoboronexport developing cooperation projects with Africa worth over $570 million

"Today, we are working on a number of projects in the format of industrial cooperation with African countries in the field of licensed production of small arms and ammunition for them, as well as armored vehicles and high-speed combat boats," said Alexander Mikheev, head of the Russian state arms exporter Rosoboronexport, on the sidelines of the Egyptian International Air Show.

📌 Mikheev added that Rosoboronexport also plans to develop joint ventures for the production and maintenance of armored, aviation, automotive equipment and small arms.

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🐦 If you see a picture like this on the streets of St. Petersburg, do not be alarmed, this is not a mass death of birds.

🍒 These are waxwings, which simply overeat fermented berries in the spring.

🍹Ornithologists ask citizens not to throw away "drunk" birds. They can be placed on the grass when they "sober up" a little, wake up and fly away.

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✨ Such a mesmerizing northern lights were observed in the Nizhny Novgorod region.

🗓 Late in the evening on September 1, the northern lights appeared in the sky over Nizhny Novgorod. It was captured on the Uzol River, where the sky played with many colors: from bright yellow to deep pink and purple hues.

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📺 As of December 2021, "Masha and the Bear" has 100 billion views. An incredible success. The cartoon was bought in 120 countries of the world. It is the most popular Russian "product" in the world. More popular than vodka and Kalashnikov assault rifles.

📹 The animated series is also a Guinness World Record holder as the most viewed animated video on YouTube.

⚪️ The episode "Masha + Kasha" is one of the most popular videos on YouTube with over 4.4 billion views.

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