WorldUS-Russia spy swap - what about the kids?The children of deported Russian spies were unaware of their parents' activities and their real identities.10 Jul 08:32 PM
WorldBoniface, the scuba diving dachshundA professional diver from Vladivostok is teaching his dog the tricks of the trade.05 Jul 04:08 AM
TravelSolo riders each have a storyRob Gray finds that all you really need to ride around the world is a motorbike and a fair bit of determination.05 Jul 02:30 AM
World'Spy kids' face identity crisisThe sons and daughters of four couples accused of spying for Russia can't even be totally sure of their names.03 Jul 02:49 AM
WorldHollywood stars get working on their Russian accentsThe so-called 'Stalingrad stunner' slept, shopped and schmoozed her way across London and New York's high society.02 Jul 04:00 PM
OpinionGwynne Dyer<i>Gwynne Dyer:</i> Rewriting history no way to rehabilitate a nation's past30 Jun 04:00 PM
WorldDeep cover Russian spies lived the American dreamAn ex-KGB officer claims that Russian intelligence services are running 40 to 50 couples as deep cover agents in the US.29 Jun 08:51 PM
WorldStalin's hometown topples his statueGeorgian authorities have removed a massive statue of Joseph Stalin from the main square of his hometown, Gori, in a secret late-night operation.25 Jun 11:54 PM
TravelSurviving Siberia's 'Road of Bones'Despite warnings of bandits, corrupt police and endless forests, the 51st Traverse team make good progress through Russia.16 Jun 04:22 AM
TechnologyRussia wants to ban Cold War villains from gamesDismayed by the negative way it is portrayed in games, Russia is planning to promote itself with a series of patriotic titles.07 Jun 11:46 PM
WorldRussia's biggest families rewardedIn many countries, a couple with 17 children would be deemed irresponsible; in Russia, they're given a medal. 03 Jun 01:29 AM
TravelRussia: Extremes of more than temperatureA visit to a tiger sanctuary and a beer-infused sauna are all in a day's work for the 51st Traverse team.24 May 02:03 AM
TravelRussia: Hospitality gone to the dogsRob Gray marvels at the contrasts in hospitality as he and his friends set off on their overland motorbike trip from Vladivostok to London.12 May 02:00 AM
WorldOver 80 trapped in Russian mine blastRescue workers are scrambling today to save 83 people trapped in Russia's largest underground coal mine.09 May 08:00 PM
TravelGood reason for an epic adventureBefore hitting the road for a 25,000km motorbike odyssey, Rob Gray meets some of the children at Living Hope, the charity in Vladivostok that will benefit from funds raised on the trip.06 May 09:00 PM
SportForward thinking: A send-off fit for a CaptainHe was prepared to steer his boat into any weather, ride his Harley fast and drive his Corvette faster. I never knew the guy, but it's clear he was a legend - and a hoot.05 May 04:00 PM
TravelLast-minute repairs while meeting the localsA dozen naked blokes crowding into a freezing cold plunge pool, while socially unacceptable in New Zealand, is apparently perfectly normal in Russia, writes Rob Gray.30 Apr 04:14 AM
