The city and the lake in writing
History, architecture, Baikal, food and the seasons — writing that helps you see more than meets the eye.
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In Irkutsk, security measures for the May holidays were discussed, city services are on heightened alert, with special attention to public order, transport, and…
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At the Irkutsk administration, a round table Irkutsk 350, toward the anniversary, was held, where youth, activists, and city program participants discussed what the…
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On April 26, a campaign in Irkutsk District will honor 105 veterans of the Great Patriotic War living there. Participants will visit each veteran at home with gifts…
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In Irkutsk, Emir Kusturica and The No Smoking Orchestra concert was canceled. Organizers lacked about 1 million rubles for the fee. Tickets at 600 rubles did not sell.
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In Irkutsk police and Investigative Committee officers detained a criminal ethnic group that kidnapped a Chinese citizen and demanded a large ransom for his release. The…
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Tim Berners Lee said the future of the Internet will be far more significant than its past and present, and its influence will grow as users and online information…
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Russia's chief sanitary doctor Gennady Onishchenko called for tough anti smoking measures, including bans in public places, on streets and in restaurants. He also…
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The Teacher of the Year 2009 contest has ended in the Irkutsk region, won by German teacher Elena Ivanova from Angarsk. 33 teachers from 29 districts competed.
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In Irkutsk, Nikas Safronov held his only press conference and presented his paintings for VIP guests at the Paris lounge club. The artist showed his most discussed…