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RT @Russia: ❄️ Russia's renowned Antarctic research station #Vostok, which lies far inland at the southern Pole of Cold, is about to receiv… — PolitiTweet.org

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🗓 #OTD in 1857, the very first Russian stamp was issued. It depicts the Russian emblem: double-headed eagle with two crossed postal horns underneath. 😯 Its value is estimated at $20,000. Philatelists consider it one of the most beautiful two-coloured stamps in the world. https://t.co/w8zv2LcuyY — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: ⛪ The Flooded #Belfry in the city of Kalyazin is a 74m high enigma - a neoclassical campanile, a remnant of the now submerged o… — PolitiTweet.org

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🇷🇺 Russian folk arts & crafts have consistently held a high bar: masterful, beautiful and cute. 🪆 Our renowned artists showcase their skill and creations at various expos, including the annual #LADYA exhibition 👉 https://t.co/0zx96Ho8M6 Get your souvenirs, when #VisitRussia https://t.co/irnCJNMI6g — PolitiTweet.org

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⛪ The Flooded #Belfry in the city of Kalyazin is a 74m high enigma - a neoclassical campanile, a remnant of the now submerged old city. The snow livery adds to the mystery and provides for a stunning vista 😍 Instagram: mmaxus 👉 https://t.co/cZWT0K2X9R https://t.co/8e8NJZY9TN — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: ❄️ Russia's renowned Antarctic research station #Vostok, which lies far inland at the southern Pole of Cold, is about to receiv… — PolitiTweet.org

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❄️ Russia's renowned Antarctic research station #Vostok, which lies far inland at the southern Pole of Cold, is about to receive an upgrade - new cutting-edge 5-module residence. ↕️ 17,5 m tall ↔️ 140 m long With its supporting pillars already in place, the assembly begins now! https://t.co/lEROU73zS9 — PolitiTweet.org

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Congrats, @Argentina! 🏆 ⚽️ What a thriller of a final - an amazing and well-deserved win, World Champions 🇦🇷 ¡Felicitaciones, @Argentina! 🏆 ⚽️ ¡Un dramático final y una victoria fenomenal y bien merecida! https://t.co/YH7cy8j4am — PolitiTweet.org

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Congrats, @Argentina! 🏆 ⚽️ What a thriller of a final - an amazing and well-deserved win! ¡Felicitaciones, @Argentina! 🏆 ⚽️ ¡Un dramático final y una victoria fenomenal y bien merecida! https://t.co/WMskXvpAE6 — PolitiTweet.org

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🇷🇺⚽️ Russia made some noise at @FIFAWorldCup in Qatar, firing up two quarterfinals of the tournament. 🥁 Russian drumming team The Noize Show from the city of Chelyabinsk rocked 100,000+ football fans in total with its brilliant performances. #FromRussiaWithLove https://t.co/OceJXr0BgE — PolitiTweet.org

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📅 #OTD in 1916, outstanding designer of hydrofoils & ground effect vehicles Rostislav #Alexeyev was born. He created many flying ships like no one has ever seen before or since - legendary #Raketa, its many siblings & the amazing ekranoplans including the Caspian Sea Monster. https://t.co/B3omVmclR7 — PolitiTweet.org

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🗓 #OTD in 1928 renowned actor Leonid #Bronevoy was born. His career spanned 60+ years and listed 150+ stage works and 120+ film roles. 🎬 Bronevoy's portrayal of Muller in "Seventeen Moments of Spring" made him one of Soviet cinema's most recognizable faces. 📸 © RIAN https://t.co/WQ4EfEjFh8 — PolitiTweet.org

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🥊 #OTD in 2005, 🇷🇺 Nikolai #Valuev defeated his opponent 🇺🇸 John Ruiz becoming the first Russian to win the WBA heavyweight title. #DYK? He also gained fame as the tallest (2.13 m) & heaviest (150 kg) world champion in boxing history. Btw, at that time he was just 32 yo! https://t.co/mlpnhCoJKX — PolitiTweet.org

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👨‍🎨 #OTD in 1866, outstanding painter Vassily #Kandinsky was born. 🎨 Pioneer of abstract art, he gained fame in the 1920s for his geometrically-influenced canvas with exceptional colour combinations. #DYK? Nowadays Kandinsky counts among the most expensive Russian artists. https://t.co/QtnLmZUWgX — PolitiTweet.org

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🗓 #OTD in 1984 Soviet probe #Vega 1 was launched into space, shortly before its sibling — Vega 2. 🛰 The mission turned out to be a huge success. The probes not only delivered landers & balloon aerobots to #Venus but also managed to collect valuable data on comet Halley. https://t.co/lFkS90oALk — PolitiTweet.org

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📆 #OTD in 1963 Lev #Yashin was recognized as the best football player in Europe. The brilliant Moscow's #Dynamo goalkeeper had an excellent coordination of movements & a lightning-fast reaction⚡️ ⚽️ In total, Yashin played 78 matches for the USSR national team. https://t.co/pAVIGSo0f2 — PolitiTweet.org

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🗓 #OTD in 1970 Soviet space probe #Venera 7 reached the surface of #Venus — first spacecraft to safely land on another planet. 🌌 The data transmitted to Earth showed that the temperature of Venus is a whopping ~475 °C & pressure — 92 bar, equal to ocean depth of ~800m on Earth https://t.co/tYHtU4FtOa — PolitiTweet.org

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📢 Attention jazz lovers! 🗓 On December 16, 17 and 18, the annual Jazz Across Borders festival to kick off in #SaintPetersburg. 🎷 It is one of the world's largest professional events, uniting both Russian and global jazz communities. More 👉 https://t.co/tvlPnYv59G https://t.co/Ri4up3Ve8W — PolitiTweet.org

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🏢 #OTD in 1907, remarkable Russian architect Nikolai #Nikitin was born. 👉 One of his monumental projects is #OstankinoTower - Europe's highest freestanding structure. This architectural marvel is a key feature in the Moscow skyline since 1967 and must-see landmark. https://t.co/iDHpy1MUvQ — PolitiTweet.org

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🗓 Today marks the 💯th anniversary of birth of Nikolay #Basov – genius Soviet-Russian physicist and one of the pioneers of quantum electronics. ♦️ His breakthrough research which led to the development of the maser and laser technology earned him a Nobel Prize in 1964. https://t.co/wqchxrBzap — PolitiTweet.org

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⛳️ #OTD in 1958, Soviet polar explorers defied the deadly hazards of #Antarctica, reached the Southern Pole of Inaccessibility & built a research station there - for the 1st time in history. ☝️ Today, a building still remains at this location, marked by a bust of Vladimir Lenin. https://t.co/3TOVSagUqg — PolitiTweet.org

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🚚 The Kama Automobile Plant aka #KAMAZ was founded #OTD in 1969. Nowadays @kamaz_official is among the world's leading truck manufacturers 👇 ✅ built 2,5+ mln trucks, including iconic #FlyingTrucks & #ecofriendly vehicles ✅ 80+ export markets ✅ won 19 @dakar titles https://t.co/AcJfCorWKv — PolitiTweet.org

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🏒 Russian hockey legend @ovi8 has reached an exclusive milestone last night, scoring 8️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ career goals for the Washington Capitals, doing so in style with a hat trick against the Chicago Blackhawks! 🥅 He became just the 3rd player in league history to join the 800-goal club! https://t.co/RLYQ6mNVrj — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: 🛍 Russia’s flagship department store #GUM, originally known as the Upper Trading Rows, was opened on Moscow's Red Square #OTD i… — PolitiTweet.org

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🛍 Russia’s flagship department store #GUM, originally known as the Upper Trading Rows, was opened on Moscow's Red Square #OTD in 1893. In 100+ years of business, this spectacular architectural monument still remains the favorite haunt of many Muscovites & a must-see landmark. https://t.co/w8e8YFlcvj — PolitiTweet.org

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📅 Brilliant Soviet/Russian actor Nikolai #Rybnikov was born #OTD in 1930. 🎥 He played in over 50 films including iconic The Seventh Heaven, The Girls and War and Peace. © The main things in life are "beloved wife, sweet home, favorite work." Exactly in that order. https://t.co/Kb456WYFJ5 — PolitiTweet.org

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🎞 #OTD in 1971, the cult hit film "Gentlemen of Fortune" premiered in Moscow. 🎬 One of the most popular Soviet comedies of all time, the movie took the national box office by storm in the year of release, drawing 65 million viewers. ☝️ Many quotes from it became aphorisms. https://t.co/0DxkExizD2 — PolitiTweet.org

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🇷🇺 Today #Russia celebrates #ConstitutionDay! It was adopted 29 years ago in 1993. 💬 The Constitution states: "The bearer of sovereignty and the only source of power in the Russian Federation shall be its multinational people". Find out more here 👉 https://t.co/5KSwihu8YP https://t.co/PkE9gMfc3z — PolitiTweet.org

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🎨 #OTD in 1884 renowned Russian-French artist Zinaida #Serebriakova was born. 👩‍🎨 One of the brightest female artists of the XXth century, she is highly praised in Russia and abroad for her deeply feminine style, as well as life-asserting power and beauty of her paintings. https://t.co/7A2YxAYwZ2 — PolitiTweet.org

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🎞 #OTD in 1941, outstanding Soviet/Russian stage and screen actor Vitaly #Solomin was born. 🎥 Solomin appeared in 55+ films, he is best known for his unforgettable portrayal of Doctor Watson in acclaimed Soviet #SherlockHolmes TV series. #TrueDetective 🕵️ Soviet edition https://t.co/pamGbFAAwY — PolitiTweet.org