Meet the government-sponsored, gay-hunting kids of Russia
They’re called the Media Guard, and they have a new target.
On Aug 10, 2015 by Darina Gribova
Russia destroys literally tons of fine cheese in the #Fromagicide
Is nothing sacred?
On Aug 6, 2015 by Miles Klee
6 controversial world leaders you’ll find on Twitter
Hello darkness my old friend.
On Aug 4, 2015 by Curt Hopkins
Investigation could lead to same-sex emoji ban in Russia
But a ban might not be that easy.
On Aug 1, 2015 by Selena Larson
Russia’s latest Internet censorship decision sets a dangerous precedent
Roscomnadzor decides what Russians get to read online. And it can decide pretty much anything it wants.
On Jul 30, 2015 by Dylan Love
No one knows who shot a Russian man taking group selfies on the Ukrainian border
As if the conflict at the border weren’t already tense enough.
On Jul 27, 2015 by Dylan Love
The curious origins of Russia’s new ‘straight pride’ flag
France’s ‘La Manif Pour Tous’ designed the flag—and stands in opposition to homosexuality.
On Jul 15, 2015 by Dylan Love
Russian government censors online atheist group for offending Christians
And just like that, it was back.
On Jul 14, 2015 by Dylan Love
Russia unveils a ‘straight flag’ to combat ‘gay fever’
Yet another way for those of alternative sexualities to be alienated in Russia.
Hidden-camera video reveals what it’s like to be gay in Russia
The men in this video are provoked and harassed—sometimes physically.
On Jul 13, 2015 by Dylan Love
Will the U.S. giving up control of a key Internet function hurt free speech?
Conservatives are worried, but more liberal watchdogs say it’s the right move.
On Jul 11, 2015 by Eric Geller
Russian government’s guide to safely taking a selfie is a sad commentary on modern life
There’s been a rash of selfie-related deaths in recent months.
On Jul 7, 2015 by Dylan Love
This WikiLeaks cosplay might actually be the nerdiest thing ever
Because whistleblowing never goes out of style.
On Jul 4, 2015 by Aja Romano
How Russians are protesting gay marriage on social media
The app is called “Love for the Motherland.”
On Jul 1, 2015 by Dylan Love
Soccer player’s kick sends goalie flying through the back of the net
This is the guy you want for your penalty kick.
On Jun 27, 2015 by Mike Fenn
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