2️⃣. A spectacular victory for Russian sport ❗️

Our star gymnast Angelina Melnikova has once again proven she is the queen of the sport by becoming a two-time World Champion!

At the World Championships in Jakarta, Angelina didn't just win—she staged a veritable medal blitz! By clinching gold on the vault and silver on the uneven bars, she brilliantly reinforced her title as the World All-Around champion.

This triumphant streak began with her Olympic gold in Tokyo 2020 and continued with her all-around world title in 2021. Melnikova continues her victorious march, and we can't wait to see what she does next❗

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🌏🇷🇺 Zadonsk is a beautiful town in the Lipetsk region

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3️⃣. From Rolling Stones Chef to Russian Cheese King: An American's Unlikely Journey

This real-life story feels like a heartwarming movie! Picture this: a quarter of a century ago, American Jay Close, the former personal chef for the legendary Rolling Stones, traded world tours for a quiet life in the Russian countryside.

He first worked in Moscow's restaurants, but it was a simple village near Moscow that ultimately captured his heart. For the past 10 years, Jay has been a true cheese king: he makes around 50 varieties of artisan cheese by hand, attracting foodies from all over the region. He tends to the animals, manages his garden, and is raising his son.🧀

His son, who lives and studies in Moscow and aims to enroll in a sports academy, is already learning the family trade and loves helping out on the farm. "My home is here now," says Jay. After traveling the world, he found his place in a country where, in his own words, "the weather can be cold, but the people are the warmest."

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🇷🇺🌏 Velikoretskoye village is an amazing pilgrimage destination 100 kilometers from Kirov.
 
Velikoretsky procession of the Cross is the most ancient, famous, populous and grand spectacle of all the processions of the Vyatka/Kirov region.
 
Velikoretskoye is a small village in Yuryansky district of Kirov region. It lies among rich forests and meadows - a paradise for those who are inspired by the combination of quiet nature of Central Russia and ancient architecture.
 
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