Question by carl h: what kind of problems would someone from Moscow have to visit the US? I would like a person from Moscow Russia to visit. What does this person do and how do I help. Answers and Views: Answer by BluealtThe person from Moscow just … [Read more...] about Problems for someone from Moscow to visit the US?
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If you want to be a Russian Language professor?
Question by Alison J: If you want to be a Russian Language professor, must you major or minor in teaching? Like if you've never spoken Russian before. Would you major in Russian or Education? Also, if you CAN major in Russian, do you HAVE to minor in … [Read more...] about If you want to be a Russian Language professor?
Is Finland a successor to the Russian Empire?
Question by LD: Is Finland the true successor state to the Russian Empire? From 1809-1917, Finland was an autonomous grand duchy of the imperial russian empire. During the Russian civil war (1918-1922), much of the White Army (Pro- Monarchists) was … [Read more...] about Is Finland a successor to the Russian Empire?
Did you know that Buddhists in Russia revere Medvedev as a deity?
Question by .: Spiritually speaking, did you know that Buddhists in Russia revere their President Dmitry Medvedev as a deity? I never knew this, but Russian Buddhists believe that the Russian President is White Tara, "a top Buddhist goddess also … [Read more...] about Did you know that Buddhists in Russia revere Medvedev as a deity?
Is it safe for a Hispanic to go to Russia?
Question by Daniel: Is it safe for a Hispanic to go to Poland or Russia? I think it would be cool to go to Eastern Europe so I researched it a bit online. I found in many cases warnings that non-Slavs and non-white people are often subject to … [Read more...] about Is it safe for a Hispanic to go to Russia?
Please help me find a topographic map of St.Petersburg?
Question by vp_nyc: Can anyone please help me find a topographic map of St.Petersburg? I really need to find a map that shows elevation, relief, or has contour lines that shows st.petersburg in Russia. I found plenty of maps for america but nothing … [Read more...] about Please help me find a topographic map of St.Petersburg?
What is your analysis of the prospects for Russia?
Question by tajamariee: What is your analysis of the prospects for the country as it began the 21st century under Putin and Medvedev? Answers and Views: Answer by W.C. FelcherWhich country? Russia will continue to be a corrupt, paranoid, … [Read more...] about What is your analysis of the prospects for Russia?
Why does Sarah Palin think so?
Question by missbeehaven07: Why does Sarah Palin think she can see Russia from her house? Cnn went to Alaska and tested this and the only place you can see Russia from in Alaska is some little town with 3,000 people that she has never been to. Also, … [Read more...] about Why does Sarah Palin think so?
Looking for a book set in early 1900 in St Petersburg?
Question by Mbiko N: Looking for a book set in early 1900 Russia in St Petersburg? A young man commits suicide. His step dad travels from country side Russia to investigate his death. In St Petersburg he lives in a widow's apartment with whom he … [Read more...] about Looking for a book set in early 1900 in St Petersburg?
How’s Vladimir Putin, now that Medvedev has asserted his own authority?
Question by The Daily Elitist: Americans: what is your opinion on Vladimir Putin, now that Medvedev has asserted his own authority somewhat? I'm trying to recall a better Russian leader in history, and I can't really think of one. Stalin might have … [Read more...] about How’s Vladimir Putin, now that Medvedev has asserted his own authority?