Holiday

Lighting Russian sky: Fireworks mark V-Day celebration (VIDEO, PHOTOS)

As the military parade sweeps away from Red Square, Victory Day in Russia is far from over. At night, Moscow's skies lit up with fire – but this is no WWII artillery: bright salutes marked the end of the long-drawn, devastating war.

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Holiday High: RT’s guide to May holidays in Moscow

As Russia gears up to celebrate the May holidays, tune in for RT’s guide to the city’s best festivities.

Russians don St. George colors ahead of Victory Day

As Victory Day is approaches, volunteers all over Russia have started handing out orange-and-black ribbons.

‘Let hope give you strength’: Patriarch Kirill sends Easter message

Kirill, Patriarch of Moscow and All Russia, is delivering his traditional Easter address to Orthodox believers.

Fountains blast off in Moscow to hail spring and cosmonautics

Despite spring’s late arrival, fountain season has finally kicked off in Moscow.

Worldwide pillow fight: Feathered fun takes the streets (AMAZING VIDEO, PHOTOS)

Clashes erupted across the globe as thousands of enthusiastic people armed themselves and took to the streets. Police were helpless to do anything about it. They did not dare to stop International Pillow Fight Day.

No yoke: German decorates tree with 10,000 Easter eggs

A German couple has gone to some lengths to celebrate the well-loved Christian holiday, decorating a tree in their garden with 10,000 painted Easter eggs.

White House admits censoring news on the Obama family

President Obama had no problem sending his 13-year-old daughter on Spring Break to Mexico, notoriously known for teenagers partying and getting wasted on time away from school. The problem he had though was with the media reporting it.

Moscow goes green for St. Patrick’s Day

Hundreds of people have paraded down the city’s historic Old Arbat Street as Russia joins celebrations of the Celtic holiday.

Irish expats looking forward to Moscow St. Patrick’s parade

While Irish expats are looking forward to join in on the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in Moscow, RT attempted to grab their views on the week’s news.

'Characters should trump events’ – Irish director

With the kickoff of the Irish Film Festival in Moscow, RT talked to director Gerard Hurley, whose movie “The Pier” opened the event.

St. Patrick’s fever: Muscovites paint the town green

An Irish-themed week, brimming with a series of special events in honor of Ireland's favorite saint, has kicked off in Moscow.

Russian women kick stereotypes when seeking jobs

To celebrate International Women’s Day, RT has been meeting women pursuing their preferred professions in Russia’s workplace – sometimes amidst trying circumstances.

Pagan meets present as Russians celebrate Pancake Week

As Russians stuff themselves with pancakes all week, RT went out to join the festivities and find out where the best venues are to celebrate Maslenitsa in Moscow.

Fireworks for the Fatherland (VIDEO)

Colorful bursts of light have filled the sky of the Russian capital as a massive fireworks display marked Defender of the Fatherland Day.

Four cities rewarded for WWII patriotism

Four more towns in Russia have today officially become “glorious” as the country acknowledges them as “Defenders of the Fatherland”.

Valentine’s Day gas explosion injures 23

Twenty-three people celebrating Valentine's Day were injured last night when a gas tank exploded in a Volgograd restaurant.

Moscow lovebirds marry in Vegas – by Skype

As Moscow celebrates Valentine's Day, a sushi bar in the capital is offering lovebirds the chance to get married in Las Vegas – via Skype. RT joined in the curious ceremony.

Valentine’s Day fun: handmade gifts and nightlife specials

Whether you are with a special someone or flying solo, RT has great tips on how to make the most of this Valentine's Day.