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Russia Tries to Bolster Ruble as Inflation Adds to Economic Woes

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Russia Tries to Bolster Ruble as Inflation Adds to Economic Woes

The central bank in Moscow took steps to counter the currency’s slide, but the war and resulting sanctions have put intense pressure on the economy.

By Paul Sonne

Does Anyone Care About Justin Trudeau’s Separation?

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Does Anyone Care About Justin Trudeau’s Separation?

A stable marriage (publicly at least) used to be a cornerstone of any world leader’s résumé. Not in 2023.

By Elizabeth Paton

Russia Takes Its Ukraine Information War Into Video Games

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Russia Takes Its Ukraine Information War Into Video Games

Propaganda is appearing in Minecraft and other popular games and discussion groups as the Kremlin tries to win over new audiences.

By Steven Lee Myers and Kellen Browning

Russia’s Online Censorship Has Surged During Ukraine War

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Russia’s Online Censorship Has Surged During Ukraine War

A report from Citizen Lab laid out how much online censorship has increased on one of Russia’s biggest social media sites.

By Paul Mozur Adam Satariano and Aaron Krolik