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Putin’s Russia
The punk collective’s two most high-profile former members landed afoul of the cops during massive protests in Moscow over the show-trial of eight activists.
As Ukraine declared two days of mourning for victims of Kiev’s bloodshed, life inside the Sochi Olympic bubble continued, with a few ripples of fear.
As Russians indulge in national pride over Sochi, even opposition activists are crediting Putin with pulling off the improbable: a safe, smooth Olympics.
Watch This!
From rapping headmasters to Star Wars on the slopes, watch our countdown of this week’s buzziest videos.
Up to a Point
Toothpaste bombs, wiretapped toothbrushes, tastebud disasters. Plus, four out of five dentists recommend regular visits to Washington’s sweet new catfish digs.
The Olympics
Unless you’ve got a stationary bike in the living room, chances are you’re not the most active when you watch TV. But that doesn’t mean you should gain an Olympics 15.
The athletes are getting into the autosuggestive spirit of the Sochi games. Check out the latest selfies from Bode, Shaun White, and the incomparable Johnny Weir.