2019: Russia's Year in Review The Year's Best Art Scandal: Moscow Art Biennale What is usually a multi-venue show was confined to one hall this year. The Year's Best in Art Collectors and Their Works Moscow and St. Petersburg celebrated Russia's far-sighted collectors of art. The Year's Best in Music Festivals A young music fest won awards this year. ‘They’re Trying to Catch Up’: Putin’s Defense Speech in Quotes Putin reviewed Russia's new weapons and military developments of 2019. The 5 Craziest, Weirdest Stories in Russia in 2019 The offbeat headlines that stole the show. Russia’s People of the Year 2019 The Moscow Times asked some of Russia’s leading commentators to name their person of the year in society, politics, business and sport. Notable Deaths in Russia in 2019 We mark the passing of many beloved public figures. Best New Band: Shortparis This politically engaged band is one to watch. 2019: Russia's Year in Photos The images that defined the year in Russia. The 5 Biggest Russian Headlines of 2019 The stories that shaped the narrative across Russia this year. View more articles