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Reading Russian News: Demolition of Retail Kiosks Posted by on Feb 18, 2016

An event that has generated considerable buzz and controversy is the demolition of small retail kiosks in Moscow. The authorities — and many people — felt they were an eyesore, cluttering crowded areas and offering sub-par goods. The local government also insists these points of sale were meant to be temporary. Critics of the demolition say…

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E-Commerce in Russia Posted by on Nov 24, 2014

I recently had the occasion to have a gift delivered to a person in Russia. That experience drew my attention to the differences in how we deal with electronic purchases in Russia and abroad. I must admit I had forgotten some of the Russian peculiar ways, and new ways have emerged since I left Russia!…

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