A unique Russian anti-smoking video has been making its way around the internet the last few days. It features children playing the roll of adults who are explaining the reasons why they smoking. The clip is nicely done, but will it really help people stop smoking? View the full video below complete with English subtitles.
This rather entertaining “history” of the Soviet Union for children has been making its way around the web. While not very historical in nature, it’s good for a laugh or two.
I vote for Sean4ik!
Dolphin, Octopus & Sean4ik: Battle for Sochi-2014 Olympic mascot begins.
The Russian Corporation of Nanotechnologies (RUSNANO) is planning to spend about $1 million to help educate school children about nanotechnology.
Development of a nanotechnology industry has been a high priority for Russia for several years. Last year, President Dmitry Medvedev promised to spend $10.6 billion to promote nanotech by 2015.
Here is an RT report on the new push for nanotech education in Russia.
Russia to prepare youngsters for life in nanotech society – RT.
RT recently highlighted expat Denise Rosa, who has been living in Russia for 20 years and helping people with disabilities.
Bringing change and “perspectiva” for people with disabilities – RT
A pretty funny advertisement from 1988 for the Soviet built Lada car.
50 years ago, two Soviet dogs made a historic flight into space and became heros. Read more about Belka and Strelka on Wikipedia and watch this video from RT for some interesting insights into the lives of the first dogs in space.
If you’re feeling adventurous, this video from RT will show you how to make Russian okroshka soup.
