During their exploration of Northern California, millions annually come across a sign that reads “Russian River.” This prompts them, at some juncture during their travels in the heart of Sonoma’s wine county to ponder about the origins of the name of this splendid waterway. Why is this major artery, flowing southwest for 110 miles from...
May 23, 2025May 30, 2025Cultural Life, Main Topic Articles, Исторические сведения
Victory Over Nazism Anniversary Largely Overlooked in the U.S., Despite Presidential Proclamation
May marked the 80th anniversary of the Allied victory over Nazi Germany—a turning point in world history that brought an end to the bloodiest war in Europe. Yet in the United States, the date passed with little notice, despite an official proclamation from President Donald Trump declaring May 8 as “Victory Day” in World War...

