Russia’s Most Valuable Footballer Shares How Much He Spends Each Month

Lokomotiv Moscow midfielder and Russia national team player Alexey Batrakov has disclosed how much he spends each month, offering a rare glimpse into the personal finances of a top Russian footballer.

Russian Chess Star Uses Matryoshka Sweater to Bypass Symbol Ban

Russian grandmaster Valentina Gunina drew attention at the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship in Doha by wearing a matryoshka sweater as a subtle national symbol amid restrictions on Russian state insignia