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The article discusses the role of Vladimir Tolstoy, a great-great-grandson of Russian author Leo Tolstoy, as an adviser on cultural affairs to Russian president Vladimir V. Putin, highlighting divided views on culture in Russia. Topics addressed include Tolstoy's views on the relationship between culture and national pride in Russia, as well as concerns regarding censorship and state-owned television in Russia.

The article discusses the end of the 2014 Olympic Winter Games held in Sochi, Russia, highlighting the closing ceremony held on February 23, 2014. Topics addressed include the ceremony's display of Russian culture and national pride, Russia's victory of the most medals of any country participating in the games, and concerns regarding security and infrastructure prior to the start of the games.

Presents a caption story on Valentina Kulikova of Russia, kissing a cross in the ruins of an Orthodox cathedral in Grozny, Chechnya. When Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas in Russia.

Editorial. Focuses on changes that have taken place in Russia, as published on June 21, 1998. Accomplishments of the country since the termination of communism; Reference to the popularity of McDonald's restaurant in Russia; Details on social changes that have taken place in the country.

Reports that the collapse of the Soviet state has changed everything in Russia. Information on Yelena Polyakovskaya; What have mothers rely on; Common thing among Russian women; Why sociologists blamed Soviet life; Additional information; Comments.