Following are some main stories from the print edition of Moscow News biweekly.
Witch doctors blamed for death
The Russian tradition of employing the use of shamans and alternative healers – as well as engaging in ancient shamanic rituals – is a long one. Even the last Tsar of Russia privately employed controversial healer Grigorii Rasputin while publicly trying to reform Russia’s medical system. Yet two recent deaths have once again reminded the public of how dangerous such practices can be. So why do some Russians put such faith in them?
Extreme weather woes
After an abnormally cold winter, Russia is now experiencing what some say is the worst drought in nearly four decades. Crops are failing and the agriculture sector is experiencing severe problems. What is being done in the face of nature’s wrath?
Drowning deaths are out of control
As Muscovites try to escape the unusual heat, drowning deaths have already reached record numbers this summer. Inebriated and irresponsible swimmers are, as usual, being blamed – but what of the lack of adequate swimming spaces and facilities open to the general public?
The summer festival season
For music-lovers, there is a variety of summer festivals to choose from in Russia, and we will highlight some of the best ones available.
The stories will be also published on the newspaper’s website tomorrow. Please note the website has also got some original reporting, too.
MOSCOW, July 15 (RIA Novosti)
