Meduza revisits Moscow clubs, bookstores, cafes and markets that have closed or moved as redevelopment, rising costs and other pressures reshape the city.
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Twelve Years Later, We’re Still Making Trouble. An Anniversary Note About Exile, Censorship, And The Next Birthday We Hope To Reach
Meduza marks 12 years since launching in Riga, describing Russian restrictions, continued readership and its reliance on donations from abroad.
The True Story Behind Moscow’s New Big-budget Racing Movie: How Imperial Russia’s First Monte Carlo Rally Team Crossed Europe In 1912 Without A Windshield
Moscow’s new racing film draws on Andrey Nagel and Vadim Mikhailov’s winter drive from St. Petersburg to the 1912 Monte Carlo Rally.
A Closer Look At Reflected Glory And Guillermo Rodriguez
Psychology Today links Guillermo Rodriguez’s DWTS fan support to underdog appeal and “basking in reflected glory,” while the outcome remains uncertain.
Beauty In DVD Menus
A retrospective on DVD menus examines their design, technical limits and role in the shift from VHS-era viewing to interactive home video.
‘Anya Was Waiting For A Bullet In The Back’: Russian Journalist Anna Politkovskaya Exposed Torture And War Crimes In Chechnya. Twenty Years After Her Murder, Her Close Friend’s Daughter Remembers Her.
On the 20th anniversary of Anna Politkovskaya’s murder, Meduza publishes memoir excerpts recalling her work with activist Natalya Estemirova in Chechnya.
Halloween Costume Accessories: A Halloween Guide
Turn everyday clothes into a memorable Halloween look with smart accessory picks, comfort checks, budget ideas, and practical safety tips.
How to Choose Halloween Costume Accessories
Plan, fit, and check Halloween costume accessories for comfort, visibility, and safe movement before heading out.
Pop Culture Collectible Figures: A Prime Big Deal Days Guide
Learn how to choose, display, and buy pop culture collectible figures without overspending or falling for resale hype.
How to Choose Pop Culture Collectible Figures
Learn how to choose, inspect, display, and care for pop culture collectible figures while avoiding common buying and storage problems.