About Russia
Public holidays and opening hours in Russia
Normal operating business hours for businesses and government institutions in Russia are from 9.00 am though banks and many shops open for customers at 10.00 am. And closing hours are between 6 and 7 pm. These hours apply from Monday to Friday, though some banks open on Saturdays between 10am and 6pm. General Stores and [...]
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Russia warns of pre-emptive nuclear strike
Russia’s top military chief, General Yury Baluevsky said yesterday that Russia could use nuclear weapons to defend itself. Speaking at a conference at the Academy of Military Sciences in Moscow, General Yuri Baluyevsky said that, to protect Russia’s interests, military force can and must be used when all else fails. “We have no plans to [...]
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Russian police crack down on bad drivers
Since enhancing its traffic enforcement, the Russia police service has seen road incidents dropped by half compared to the same period last year. Russia police service had implement tough new measures to combat reckless driving, which results in around 30,000 road deaths each year in Russia. Several hundred drivers have already received civil imprisonment while [...]
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The U.S.’ Kellogg Company Acquires Russia’s United Bakers’ Group
AM Kellogg Co. (K), cereal and convenience foods manufacturer, announced on Thursday that it acquired Russian biscuit and cereal maker United Bakers Group, the terms of the deal were not disclosed. United Bakers is a leading producer of cereals and biscuits in Russia, its brands include Yantar and Lyubyatovo, It had about $100 million in [...]
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Putin’s last official trip abroad to push energy plan!
President Vladimir Putin heads to Bulgaria this week, this may be the Russian President’s last foreign trip before the March Presidential election, Mr Putin is definitely stepping on the gas. Vladimir Putin is expected to push a Kremlin plan to build a web of pipelines that would cement Europe’s dependence on Russia’s energy supplies during [...]
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Health Services in Russia
Personal Health: There are not many health risks associated with travel to Russia though you can discuss this further with your local medical practitioner who can provide more detailed information. You should pack warm clothing and footwear as many parts of the country regularly experience temperatures in the minus degree ranges, which can get worse [...]
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Emergency phone numbers in Russia
Phone operators only speak in the Russian Language and it is important that you can state your location in Russian. Waiting times are not very long though response times may vary especially with police services. For ambulances and emergency medical assistance, there are a number of Private Institutions that provide better services though are more [...]
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Crime and the Police in Russia
Crime is not a major issue especially in Russia’s major cities such as Moscow and St Petersburg. Travelers should however take precautions to prevent them from being victims of petty crime. You should not unnecessarily venture out with your travel documents and valuables. Make photocopies of your visa and passport and note down your credit [...]
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Car Hire, Driving and Taxis in Russia
Though road conditions in most parts of the country are above average, drivers in Russia tend to be somewhat careless and pay little attention to traffic rules. You should exhaust public transport options before attempting to drive on your own. Heavy traffic jams are experienced especially during rush hour in the City Centers and during [...]
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Russian History
Early Russia: Russia and its people are said to have originated from the Viking tribes who arrived in the Country in the 9th Century BC. There was no formal government during this period and the country was in the 13th Century under the rule of the Mongol Empire which had spread through parts of Asia [...]
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