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📍 A warm April evening at the Moskvoretskaya Embankment, Moscow. ⛪️ The majestic church on the left is the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour. Russia's major house of prayer awaits in anticipation of the upcoming Orthodox holiday... #EasterIsComing 📸 Ramil Sitdikov, @rianru https://t.co/AU5WWnplfH — PolitiTweet.org

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🐣 Ready, set, #Easter! ⛪️ Today, on the Holy Saturday, Orthodox believers across Russia consecrate Easter cakes - the #kulichi - and eggs. 🔴 #DYK? The Easter eggs are often dyed red - to the color of the blood that Christ shed to atone for the sins of the world. https://t.co/81zKyEzvGi — PolitiTweet.org

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🎹 #OTD in 1964 a Soviet-Russian record company Melodiya was established. 🎵 It quickly gained traction - exported music to 9️⃣0️⃣+ countries. 🎶 By the early 1990s, Melodiya was in top-6️⃣ largest record labels in the world. ☑️ Tens of millions of gramophone records released. https://t.co/01orGpmfgt — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: Today is International #MotherEarthDay 🌏 📸👨‍🚀 Look how beautiful our planet is in the pictures taken by @Roscosmos cosmonaut… — PolitiTweet.org

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#OTD in 1889 Anton #Chekhov coined his famous phrase: Brevity is the sister of talent. This was part of the advice he gave to his brother Alex, who strived to become a writer like Anton. ✒️ 133 years later Chekhov’s brilliant brevity is still a benchmark for all aspiring authors https://t.co/TPBQCbdS1Z — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: #OTD in 1870, Vladimir #Lenin was born. He was an influential political theorist & founder of the #USSR. Whatever the differi… — PolitiTweet.org

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Meet Russian Indiana Jones - #OTD in 1908, the world famous paleontologist & science fiction writer Ivan #Yefremov was born! 🧭 Walked 27'000 km across Mongolia 🦖 Found & retrieved several railway cars full of dinosaur bones 📚 Wrote dozens of brilliant science fiction novels https://t.co/FW1pBNKd7c — PolitiTweet.org

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Today is International #MotherEarthDay 🌏 📸👨‍🚀 Look how beautiful our planet is in the pictures taken by @Roscosmos cosmonaut @olegmks! ❓ Can you guess what islands the ISS was flying over when Oleg #Artemyev took these incredible shots? https://t.co/gK5BhdJPGF — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: #OTD in 1870, Vladimir #Lenin was born. He was an influential political theorist & founder of the #USSR. Whatever the differi… — PolitiTweet.org

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🌷 #Spring is coming into its own! Take a moment to admire the сrocuses in the #Museon art park, #Moscow. 📸 Pavel Bednyakov, @rianru https://t.co/Q9jIEufjm4 — PolitiTweet.org

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#OTD in 1870, Vladimir #Lenin was born. He was an influential political theorist & founder of the #USSR. Whatever the differing opinions, under his guidance many social benefits were first introduced: 🛠 8-hour work day 🍸 Annual paid vacation 📖 Free basic & higher education https://t.co/4VCxv6aGLR — PolitiTweet.org

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🎥 #OTD in 1922 a film director, whose movies became classics of Soviet cinema, Stanislav #Rostotsky was born. Criminally underrated in the West. A #MustWatch list: 🎬 White Bim Black Ear 🎬 The Dawns Here Are Quiet 🎬 We'll Live Till Monday Say my name: R-O-S-T-O-T-S-K-Y https://t.co/zuIZkU99MQ — PolitiTweet.org

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#OTD in 1735, Russian prolific inventor Ivan #Kulibin was born. 🕰 Among his many creations was a pocket watch for Catherine the Great. At the end of each hour, the folding doors opened, revealing a gilded chamber. Inside was a miniature scene of the resurrection of Jesus Christ https://t.co/1OBaZU2fxN — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: 🇷🇺 Russia is full of wonders - each region has its own flavours, rich in history and breathtaking vistas. The Zabaikalsky Krai… — PolitiTweet.org

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🎉 Yelena Välbe, the legend of cross-country skiing, celebrates her Birthday today! Her achievements include: 🥇14x at the FIS World Ski Championships WINS - absolute record! 🥇3x Olympic GOLDS ❤️Years of dedicated work both as athlete & head of the Russian Ski Racing Federation https://t.co/rp1VzOMHWG — PolitiTweet.org

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🇷🇺 Russia is full of wonders - each region has its own flavours, rich in history and breathtaking vistas. The Zabaikalsky Krai is one of the hidden gems off the beaten tourist path. Datsans, taiga, chilly mountains and hot deserts, mineral springs - all in one! https://t.co/iJZvDhXt9F — PolitiTweet.org

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🚗 #OTD in 1970 the first unit of the iconic #VAZ-2101 was produced in Tolyatti! A deep upgrade to the #Fiat124 source model, it became a sturdy & reliable friend to millions of Soviet citizens and fans abroad. Nearly 5 mln cars were made, giving start to the @avtovaz brand 👍 https://t.co/wExErNBBt7 — PolitiTweet.org

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Snowdrop is not only a beautiful flower, but also an element of #RussianFolklore. To learn why 👉 read or watch the iconic fairy tale "12 months" about a brave girl, overcoming unsurmountable obstacles. 🌞 Happy viewing! -> https://t.co/0PXpbdfoL7 https://t.co/kRW9R9BQHq — PolitiTweet.org

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☀️🌿 April 19 marks a beautiful, spring holiday - #SnowdropDay! This day is a victory of spring, sign of nature awakening from hibernation. This is the only flower to survive the cold during the early season. Hence its alleged magical power, described in fairy tales & myths 🪄 https://t.co/IfhPApokgo — PolitiTweet.org

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Today marks 1️⃣2️⃣0️⃣ years since the birth of outstanding Russian-Soviet writer Veniamin #Kaverin. 📚 His novel #TwoCaptains has become a symbol of friendship & fidelity for many generations. ✈️ "Fight and seek, find and do not give up" - goes the motto of Kaverin's characters. https://t.co/NGyBiLR5Jp — PolitiTweet.org

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🎾 #OTD in 1987 Russian tennis star, former №1 Maria #Sharapova was born. She is one of only ten women to ever achieve a career Grand Slam. And also a #2012Olympics runner-up🥈 https://t.co/rxIfB5hd3d — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: 🌴 Today Russian Orthodox celebrate the #PalmSunday, recalling Jesus's entry into Jerusalem riding a donkey. ☦️ Instead of pal… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @fcsm_eng: Today, we celebrate a century of success, emotion, and tradition. Happy birthday to the club beloved by millions worldwide,… — PolitiTweet.org

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#OTD in 1940 Soviet-Russian ballet dancer and choreographer Vladimir #Vasiliev was born. 🩰 Having mastered the art of dance to perfection, during the course of his career he performed nearly all leading roles in classical and modern ballets. https://t.co/5ABY9yCMyF — PolitiTweet.org

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☦️ Today Orthodox Russians celebrated #PalmSunday! The festive liturgy was served in the Cathedral of Christ the Savior & other churches across the country. Few palm trees here, so in lieu we use pussy willows - first plant to bloom in Russia in spring. https://t.co/bLNMFNC5DY — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: 🎥 #OTD in 1968 the first episode of the legendary Soviet-Russian TV show "In the world of animals" went live This longest-runn… — PolitiTweet.org

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🌴 Today Russian Orthodox celebrate the #PalmSunday, recalling Jesus's entry into Jerusalem riding a donkey. ☦️ Instead of palms we use branches of pussy willow. #HistoryTrivia: Centuries ago Palm Sundays had “donkey walks” with the Tsar leading Patriarch seated on a donkey. https://t.co/4y3xfcbsLY — PolitiTweet.org

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Here's how the Western mainstream media and politicians whitewash neo-Nazi #Azov Battalion, that has committed countless atrocities and crimes, targeting & killing civilians. From terrorists to "patriots" in the eye of the MSM. 📹 @RT_com #Think4Yourself https://t.co/rEgxQNJ617 — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: ⛪️ The Kizhi Ensemble – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – is best known for the Kizhi Pogost its 22-dome Transfiguration Church. I… — PolitiTweet.org

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🎥 #OTD in 1968 the first episode of the legendary Soviet-Russian TV show "In the world of animals" went live This longest-running show (48 seasons) has been dedicated to zoology and wildlife, inspiring generations of kids to explore biology & science. Enjoy the iconic intro 😍 https://t.co/uMezu82gpV — PolitiTweet.org