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Country in northern Eurasia, largest country in the world, covering more than 1/8 of the Earth's inhabited land area.

A country in northern Eurasia which is the largest in the world by area, covering more than one eighth of the Earth's inhabited land area.

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Why are there yellow dot stickers on the front doors of businesses in Russia?

In both Moscow and Saint Petersburg, I’ve seen many/most businesses with a yellow dot sticker on the front door. Right in the center, around 10cm or less in diameter. What does it mean and why is it there?
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Going to St. Petersburg not finding my usual warnings/scam site

I've had a pause in my travels for a few years and Lonely Planet's scams and warnings section seems to have disappeared. After some googling (finding the usual stuff to look out for) I still feel that I'd be better off asking for some pointers…
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Travelling to Russia with engagement ring?

I have already read these two questions: If I don't declare a not-yet-used engagement ring at airport security, am I smuggling jewelry? and How do I get an engagement ring past security/customs in an airport without alerting my significant other?,…
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