Questions and Answers

How long is the flight from Chicago to St. Petersburg?

Question by Willie T: How long is the flight from Chicago, US to St. Petersburg Russia? I may be going to St. Petersburg, so I am curious to hear the distance and flight time. Answers and Views: Answer by Lyudmila10 hours 50 minutes by … [Read more...] about How long is the flight from Chicago to St. Petersburg?

Does Medvedev have control over the Russian forces in Georgia?

Question by Veritatum17: Is it possible that Medvedev doesn't actually have control over all of the Russian forces in Georgia? Medvedev agreed to a ceasefire, but Putin is doing most of the talking. Meanwhile, reports of continued fighting are coming … [Read more...] about Does Medvedev have control over the Russian forces in Georgia?

Why Russia wants to hamper the Republic of Moldova?

Question by alica: Why Russia wants to hamper the development of the Republic of Moldova? Russia rose the prices of gas for Moldova. Now they blocked the import of wine ( though Moldovan wine is better than Russian). All this it's because Moldova … [Read more...] about Why Russia wants to hamper the Republic of Moldova?

How long would it take from New York to St.Petersburg via Frankfurt?

Question by vp_nyc: How long would it take to get from New York to Frankfurt, and then from Frankfurt to St.Petersburg in Russia? I really need to know the amount of time it would take for each part of the trip. I am guessing the whole trip is about … [Read more...] about How long would it take from New York to St.Petersburg via Frankfurt?

Cost of living in Moscow compared to Australia?

Question by Avish G: What is the cost of living in Moscow compared to Australia? I need to find out what I would expect to pay for rent, public transport, entertainment, groceries, etc in moscow. I'm not extravagant so estimations need not be … [Read more...] about Cost of living in Moscow compared to Australia?

Why are Yanks and Brits so poorly informed about Russia?

Question by manrush: Why are Yanks and Brits so poorly informed about Russia, Putin and Medvedev? Really, why are they either poorly informed or completely misinformed. Is it the media? Is it leftover Cold War prejudices? Answers and Views: Answer … [Read more...] about Why are Yanks and Brits so poorly informed about Russia?