Economy of Russia

The walls of Zakharov Auto Parts in Hialeah, just outside Miami, are filled with photos of vintage Russian cars in Cuba fixed with parts bought at the store.

How to fix an old Russian car in Cuba? There’s this mechanic in Miami

January 30, 2015Economics

The old Soviet car isn’t even in the United States. But there’s a guy selling Lada parts in Miami. Call hm the Lada whisperer. Cuban expats flock to him, getting the parts for the many old Ladas still chugging along Cuba’s streets.

A St. Petersburg shop advertises a sale as Russia's ruble crashes to unprecedented lows Tuesday.

A plunging Russian ruble generates nervousness and humor

December 16, 2014Economics

What is a ruble and why is it in trouble?

November 6, 2014Finance

Ã?apul TV: Turkey’s Alternative to Mainstream Media

August 15, 2013Conflict & Justice

Remembering The Russian Lada Classic

August 15, 2013Arts, Culture & Media

Russia’s Gazprom Struggles to Keep Europe Warm

August 15, 2013Global Politics

Anchor Marco Werman talks to Julia Barton about the cold snap that is engulfing parts of Europe and the challenge it is presenting to Russian energy giant Gazprom.

Russian economy headed for trouble

August 14, 2013Business, Economics and Jobs

Russia’s economy is reeling from the effect of a sharp fall in the price of oil. The Kremlin is now reportedly worried about social unrest. Has Vladimir Putin’s star fallen? For more, we’re talking to Steven Eke, Russia analyst for our partner, the BBC.