Eight stereotypes about Russians in the USA

“We all think that Americans hate us,” Russian Vadim Sovitsky, who lives in the States, revealed the 8 most common, in his opinion, American stereotypes about Russian people. The first stereotype is the lethargy of Russian people, writes Vadim for the Open Russia Livejournal community. Surely you...

"I bought flowers, and the girl made a scandal": an American about superstitions in Russia

There are many traditions in Russia, most of them are warmly accepted by foreigners. But unlike tradition, superstition is treated with prejudice. Here is a small incident that happened with an American and a Russian girl, because of which the failed fan had to feel extremely uncomfortable. More often ...

Who will you lead? What do Russians teach American friends to?

We know what habits we adopt from Americans, but what are they learning from us? Classy Bro collected reviews from Americans who have Russian friends. 1. You become a pro at nodding and smiling when everyone around you speaks fluent Russian, and you ...

Brightness and poverty Brighton Beach: how the legendary "Little Odessa" lives

Brighton Beach is perhaps the most famous Russian-speaking area in the USA. It is also called “Little Odessa”. According to various estimates, between 50 and 70 thousand Russian speakers live here today. A ForumDaily journalist spent one day with local residents of Brighton Beach to find out how this...

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