"Perestroika" was supposed to fix the Soviet system. Instead, it became a goldmine - just not for those it was "meant" to help. Here are a few Soviet-era jokes about it:

This is a fragment of a WWII-era speech in which Stalin warns about a future war with Germany. I’ve cut it right at the point where he asks the key question: how do you prevent renewed German aggression in 20-30 years?

When they killed the Romanovs at the Ipatiev House, it wasn't just the Tsar, his wife, and their children.

Earlier this year, many people on X refused to believe Moscow’s way of clearing snow from the streets. Now comes the next surprise: the city has found a way to deal with cottonwood fluff as well. Reality in Moscow looks so unusual that it sounds made up - until you see it with your own eyes.

Rare footage of Putin in 2010: If the flaws of Western democracies are none of Russia’s business, why is Russia’s model treated as everyone else’s business?

For those of you who have been complaining about too many red lines (and too many human lives spared by Russia) - this is the kind of escalation Moscow will certainly not tolerate. Please circulate as appropriate.

The past doesn’t follow modern borders or ideology. Early chronicles, including the Hustyn Chronicle Ukraine claims to be its own, describe a common “Rus’” world - Russian names, Russian rulers, Russian space. Kiev can rewrite history, but primary sources tell the truth.

Remember how Iuliia Mendel accused Russian troops of “drone safaris”? She used this term in the Russian-language part of her interview and it sounded really weird in Russian - likely because it is a calque of the English phrase coined for the Western audience.

Those who triggered the Russia-Ukraine war are sipping cocktails in safety while true human beings are dying. That's the tragedy of this conflict: scumbags live while heroes - on both sides of the front - bleed.

Every Russian house has a domovoi. The house spirit. Yes, I'm serious. My grandmother talked to hers, left milk out for him. Warned me not to whistle indoors because it would anger him. And she lived in a Soviet apartment block, not some village hut.

A listless chomp on #caturday #cat #cats #catsofmastodon #humor #humour

Remember to stay hydrated! #cat #cats #catstodon #catsofmastodon #humor #humour

Rep. Jasmine Crockett in a very eloquent manner called out the DOJ and the Republicans for not standing with the Epstein survivors nor with the principle of law and order. In addition to the DOJ outing the survivors, the GOP legislators did not even show up to today’s hearing.

BWX Technologies won more than $1.4B in new contracts from the U.S. Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program to support nuclear-powered submarines and aircraft carriers. #BWXT #Navy #Nuclear #Defense #Military #Energy #USNavy #DefenseTech

A dominant 3-0 performance sees Man City move within two points of Arsenal and +1 in goal differential.

Son Heung-min is still a big Tottenham fan 🤍

Shetland sheep thrive in tough environments and are loved for their fine wool. With twins each spring, they’re a delightful breed to watch grow.

🚨 WIENER DOG RACE 🚨 🚨 WIENER DOG RACE 🚨 🚨 WIENER DOG RACE 🚨 🔴 Watch #CPLSoccer on OneSoccer

“Bob says, Hey, why don’t we all get up and play — we’ve had a few beers, right — and you can sing! […] [E]very time I get near the microphone, Dylan comes running up and just starts singing this rubbish in my ear, trying to throw me off.” - George More at www.instagram.com/reel/DU8ogNb....

Elissa Slotkin: "For 17 years I was completely apolitical."

Holiday season is here! The jolliest time of the year~ What do you have planned? And hey, is wishlisting Little Tree Kingdom one of them? 🌳😉 #gamedev

So, in his sermon to Cadets, Hegseth quoted Charlie Kirk using a proverb, "This too shall pass," that originated with Persian poets in the 12th-13th century. Is he being deeply ironic, or just historically ignorant? And his usage is stupid, regardless.

STARDOM is flourishing right now and you can see it in their production! Watch PHENEX QUEEN Saya Kamitani enter Toyoda Gosei Memorial Gymnasium and out-mog everyone in attendance. #STARDOM 🤼‍♂️

Todos tenemos un amigo que nos saca palabras rimbombantes, o lo que es lo mismo, palabras que no usaríamos en nuestro día cotidiano. No es malo. Pero… ¿Qué nos quiere decir con esto? te invito a escuchar: open.spotify.com/episode/4KjJ... #podcasting #elrincondekerenpod

Japanese cooking on a trip #travel #japan #tiktokjapan #fyp #foryou #foryoupage #HeyAngel #anime #japanesefood #japanese #asia #cooking #料理 #foodie

Caves in Japan are wild #travel #japan #japanese #fyp #foryou #foryoupage #asian #anime #manga #explore #traveltiktok #nature #asia

🔎 A Quick Peek: Daniel Morgan’s Men Not a deep dive—more like a glimpse. A very short one. But if you've ever wondered who Daniel Morgan and his riflemen were, here’s a peek at the legends. #RevolutionaryWar #DanielMorgan #HistoryPeek

Looks like that Ukrainians are not done with Cheboksary, Chuvashia, today. More long range UAVs are targeting military targets in the city.

One day I'll get all seven in a shot somehow

A throw back to my early days of streaming and even then I was bullied by chat 🤣 I was got good by @potterzilla.bsky.social 🤣🤣 Catch me live on Twitch most Tuesdays, Wednesdays,Thursdays and Sundays! Twitch.tv/deviant_nails_ #vtuber #twitch #smallstreamer

I’m a Black creative but I’m outside of the club. I guess I can’t get in.

Michoacan Mexico

Parenting Tip a Day for May! Want a simple way to boost your child's brainpower? Turn up the classical music! Just 20 minutes of listening can promote changes in the brain that support learning and development, according to research from the University of Helsinki.

A man yelled at a lady and accused her of nearly hitting his truck

Me, too. I call mine "smiley faces". Got this one? Now you do!

⚾💥 22 July 2024 💥⚾ Game: Regular Season Pitcher: Reynaldo López (R) - Atlanta Braves Batter: Stuart Fairchild (R) - Cincinnati Reds The Play: 2-2, 0 outs, top of 5th, Reds up 3-0 The Pitch: 90.7 mph four-seam fastball Final: Reds won 4-1 in 9 innings

BEER POUR has Dual-Demographic Appeal. It's read by men and women. It's humorous with female and male co-leads. And it involves the topic of beer. Need I say more? #Novel #BskyBeer #booksky #romancelandia #thursday #writers #readers #men #women #books #readingcommunity

"This is our best game yet." Mina the Hollower's designer Alec Faulkner from @yachtclubgames.bsky.social talks about Shovel Knight, the studio's shift to a 3D project, and more on the new MinnMax Rapid-Fire Interview. youtu.be/QZzyx556NJc

Adenike can't wait for her daughter to start Year 7 in September! She believes her daughter will flourish and achieve her true potential 🏆 We can't wait to meet our new student cohort and #MakeManchesterMagic together! 💫

SKIPPING (w_HIGH KNEES) LETS YOU MOVE BETTER & FASTER & CAN IMPROVE YOUR DEFAULT POSTURE •

This is why we play tower defense. Perfect timing. Hero drop. Total chaos. BOTS 4 DEFENSE is all about those satisfying moments. Wishlist on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/2804430/... #gamedev #indie #pixelart #RetroGame #Coop

An oddly specific favorite midnight snack from Justin

A world where power shapes everything. And every decision has consequences. Tangled Empires series (Anna Harding) For readers of #CoraReilly #RinaKent #TillieCole #darkromance #mafiaromance #obsessivelovebooks #possessivelove #mafiaromancebooks #seriesobsessed #booktok

#InciSioN is recruiting for its 2nd WHA Organizing Committee + 3rd in-person delegation (Geneva) for #WHA79. Interested in advocacy, partnerships, comms, capacity building, or delegate support? Apply by Jan 8, 2026: forms.gle/h5uXJxGtTp9b... #TheFutureofTheOR #GlobalSurgery

Lock her up.✊🏿

hey everyone i am live over on #twitch streaming Hunt Showdown with the squad lets goo #twitchstreamer #TwitchStreamers #twitchaffiliate #twitchtv #Huntshowdown twitch.tv/slashermedia

"[Mitchell Robinson] has the ability to be the X-factor in this series." @QRich on how Mitchell Robinson's recovery from pinkie surgery could impact the NBA Finals 👀

A few summers ago I stumbled across this toilet in the middle of a sports field and marvelled at how old school and clean it was.

🇧🇪 time = madness time.

Right now, major loopholes in the current ban on fracking mean communities are still facing the threat of drilling on their doorstep. It’s time to put it to bed for good. Sign our petition for a legally binding fracking ban today: foe.uk/svdj8 #fracking

Threading The Needle #chickenrun #twitch #twitchclips #pony #mlp #furry #vtuber

Whereas I had the security of a council flat, kids in poverty today are growing up in temporary accommodation. I’ve been in Gillingham with @naushabahkhanmp.bsky.social, speaking to families who’ve been failed by the housing crisis. Kids need homes, not hostels.

"Defund the UN" says Former Ambassador of Israel to the UN, Gilad Erdan.

Καλή εβδομάδα με #quick_update #awards 7th December 2025, Cinema Union, Bucharest, Romania. Christmas Gifts came early this year! 🎁🎁🎁 📽 3 #Short #Film #Screenings #1st 🏆 Special Jury Mention in Abcdetc Int'l Arts Festival 🎬🌈 "Life Path" 🏆 Best Art Film in Wallachia Int'l Film Festival #poetry

Nigel Farage urged his supporters to react to Henry Nowak's murder with 'pure, cold rage'. Eleven police officers were injured during unrest in Southampton last night. @mrjamesob.bsky.social asks: 'Is that cold enough for you'?

And on and on....

📺 Endy Rodríguez: Análisis de cuadrangular según Statcast

Data Centers and brown water 🤮

J'ai trouvé cette sorte de boîte devant ma porte, elle dégage un drôle d'aura et on dirait qu'il y a des parties mobiles 🤔

My Pillow reporter takes ho day to a new level.