Happy New Year from all of us at ITMO! We wish you a wonderful 2025! ❤️

In 2024, ITMO.NEWS wrote and translated hundreds of articles. But which ones made it into the top 10?

Here are our most viewed texts from 2024 – in case you’re looking for a handy read during your holidays:

🥇 5 Russian Streaming Services to Try in 2024

🥈Must-Read Russian Books for Learners of Any Level

🥉 Three Keys to Deciphering Slavic Folklore Symbols

4️⃣ Virtual Power Plants, Real Electricity: Tanzanian Researcher Jackson J. Justo on Artificial Intelligence and Future of Power Industry

5️⃣ A Guide to Public Transport in St. Petersburg

6️⃣ Student Spotlight: Yemane Habtemichael Gebremeskal, Eritrea

7️⃣ Stay Fit in Style: 10+ Russian Activewear Brands

8️⃣ The Most Puzzling Letter of Russian Alphabet

9️⃣ Student Spotlight: Abubakr Mustafa, Sudan

🔟 5 Exhibits To See in the Hermitage Museum

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Meet Idrisa Kiryowa – a writer, scientist, sustainability enthusiast, and, of course, an ITMO student 🔥

My journey as a self-made writer stems from my rich experiences – from childhood to education, and my travels across Egypt, Poland, Germany, the USA, Russia, and India.

Curious about how he ended up pursuing a FoodTech Master’s degree in Russia? Discover more in his interview 👈

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Aaaand… just like that, the long winter holidays are over 🥲

Wishing everyone a smooth transition back to your study routine!

No reason not to keep the fun going!

Whether you’re ready to dive into 2025 or want to savor the holiday cheer a bit longer, here are some fun things to do:

⛷ Events and places to visit

• Visit ROSPHOTO, Annenkirche, or the Ice.Life exhibition at Sevkabel for more festive magic.
• Stroll along Nevsky, pop by Palace Square, and explore Vasilyevsky Island.
• Make it festive at the city’s many ice rinks – don’t forget to dress warmly!

🎨 Ring in the New Year with culture

• Savor the art of Viktor Vasnetsov, Karl Bryullov, and other masters.
• From coffee to emotions, the city’s most unusual museums have it all covered.

❄️ Plan a day out

• Hit the ski slopes or explore wintery palace grounds.
• Find new perspectives in the city with our handy guides.

🏡 Stay warm and celebrate at home

• Try Russian Old New Year customs, like kolyadovanie or midnight wish-making!
• Declutter, plan your year, or recharge with cozy games and movies.

For more details, visit our article on ITMO.NEWS 👈

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Welcome back!

How did your holiday season go? Ours was pretty great – here’s a few highlights:

☃️ The ITMO.NEWS team has made a list of their top winter essentials – from home decor to outdoor activities – that make winter unforgettable. Maybe you’ll find a new favorite, too!

🪐 ITMO researcher Mikhail Sokolov unraveled the science of the Dune universe in his latest lecture. A fascinating read!

🐍 To mark the Year of the Snake, we explored this animal’s role in Slavic culture – from house guardian to rain-bringer.

🔎 The holidays may be over, but ITMO’s Museum of Optics is always open visitors who wish to explore its many curious artifacts.

Looking for ideas for some last-minute outdoors fun?

🧣 Discover new architectural gems, learn about Russian history, and reconnect with nature all at once by visiting one of these top historic mansions around St. Petersburg.

Stay cozy, stay curious, and gear up for an exciting year ahead!

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