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A male and female gharial crocodiles have arrived at the Moskvarium Center for Oceanography and Marine Biology at VDNKh. Visitors to the aquarium now have the opportunity to learn more about these rare animals. Only about 2,500 individuals of this species remain in the wild, and their numbers are steadily declining. To observe the Moskvarium's new arrivals, please visit enclosure #35, located in the central part of the exhibit. A ticket is required to enter the aquarium.

Gharial crocodiles have a long, narrow mouth with numerous small, needle-like teeth. They are one of the rarest species on the planet. They are listed as "endangered" on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Special programs for the care and breeding of these rare reptiles in captivity have been developed and implemented worldwide, with the goal of preserving and increasing the gharial population.

One of Moskvarium's key missions is to protect endangered or Red List species. Therefore, the capital's aquarium will make every effort to preserve gharial crocodiles and raise awareness of this issue among its visitors.

The new inhabitants of the Moskvarium are young animals around three years old. Specialists have created the most comfortable conditions for them, as close to their natural habitat as possible.

The reptiles are housed in a spacious enclosure with a pool. To ensure their well-being, the water's hydrochemical balance is optimal and the air temperature is maintained at a constant 27 degrees Celsius. The enclosure also features two heated coastal areas, earthen beds, and shelters. A UV lamp is also installed, essential for the crocodiles' normal functioning. The reptiles are fed a balanced diet of fish and chicken.

Gharial crocodiles have undergone a fascinating evolutionary journey, adapting to several habitats during their development. Their distant ancestors first lived on land, then became marine inhabitants. Modern representatives of the species live exclusively in freshwater.

Today, these amazing crocodiles can be found in Southeast Asia: on the islands of Sumatra, Borneo, Java, and the Malay Peninsula. They prefer calm waters and areas densely covered with aquatic vegetation: freshwater swamps, rivers, and lakes. These reptiles are primarily active at night, hunting by stalking their prey.

Gharial crocodiles feed on a variety of aquatic and terrestrial animals, including fish, reptiles, and arthropods.

The Moskvarium Center for Oceanography and Marine Biology celebrated its 10th anniversary this August. It is one of the largest oceanariums in Europe. Its unique exhibition features 600 species and 12,000 inhabitants. More than 80 aquariums feature rare, protected, and endangered species, including Amazonian arapaimas, shark rays, seahorses, sturgeons, hawksbill turtles, and over 10 species of sharks. The largest inhabitants are cetaceans and pinnipeds, while the smallest are invertebrates native to cold seas and coral reefs.

Visitors to the Moskvarium can not only explore the main exhibition but also participate in a variety of cultural and leisure activities, including interactive exhibitions, unique water shows, lectures in the knowledge center, and performances in the children's theater. The aquarium's top priority is the well-being of its inhabitants. A team of qualified specialists ensures professional care and attention.

Moskvarium actively collaborates with leading research institutes of the Russian Academy of Sciences—the A.N. Severtsov Institute of Ecology and Evolution, the M.M. Shemyakin and Yu.A. Ovchinnikov Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry, and the All-Russian Research Institute of Fisheries and Oceanography. Thanks to the combined efforts of the scientific community, rare aquatic species are being preserved.

VDNKh is one of the capital's main attractions. It is a major international exhibition center, a museum city, and a modern venue for education and recreation for residents and tourists. It hosts numerous important cultural, scientific, and economic events, attended by tens of thousands of people. The exhibition grounds cover more than 325 hectares.

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Residents of the capital took an active part in collecting gifts for participants of the special military operation (SVO) and children from new regions, as well as pet supplies for animals at the "Houses of Goodness" project "Moscow Helps." They were opened at festival venues across the city as part of Summer in Moscow.

Residents brought personal hygiene products, socks, sweets, toys, books, and food, and also signed cards with well-wishes. Volunteers assisted Muscovites at the "Houses of Kindness."

"During the Summer in Moscow project, city residents donated over 16,000 gifts to the Domiki Dobro (Houses of Kindness). They were especially thoughtful in choosing essential items for those who need support and care most now. For example, mothers with children brought toys and school supplies. Grandmothers with grandchildren brought sweets, games, and books. Families, schoolchildren, students, and Moscow organizations actively participated in collecting aid," shared Alexander Levit, director of the Mosvolonter resource center.

What gifts were brought to the "Houses of Goodness"

The largest number of gifts at the "Houses of Kindness"—over 10,400—were collected for children living in the new regions. Muscovites brought school supplies, including notebooks, colored and regular pencils, pens, markers, erasers, and more. For creative writing, they donated sketchbooks, paints, colored paper, as well as cardboard, brushes, and glue.

Young children received toys and board games, puzzles depicting Russian cities, souvenirs, nesting dolls, and sporting goods such as magnetic darts, jump ropes, and inflatable balls. Muscovites also brought a variety of books to the "Houses of Kindness," ranging from educational literature to classics. For tea, they received various confectionery items, including cookies, marmalade, candies, wafers, and other sweets.

Over 4,900 gifts were collected for the participants of the special military operation. Muscovites delivered men's gift sets and personal hygiene products: shampoos, toothbrushes and toothpastes, wet wipes, soap, shaving kits, and much more. Residents also donated packages of insoles and men's socks.

Caring Moscow residents donated over 1,400 pet supplies for shelter animals. Dry and wet food, as well as grains such as rice, buckwheat, and millet, were delivered to the "Houses of Kindness." Disinfection products for medical and veterinary facilities, cleaning supplies, absorbent pads, tick drops, and much more were donated to the shelters.

"Houses of Good" continue to collect aid for SVO soldiers and children.Moscow is collecting school supplies for children from new regions of Russia.

At the "Houses of Kindness," Muscovites signed cards with wishes and words of support for the SVO participants and children living in the new territories. For the convenience of residents, all drop-off points were marked on a special map on the project's website. Moscow is helpingThey could easily choose the Domik Dobra closest to their home or work. All goods were delivered new, with tags and in their packaging. Confectionery products were selected with a shelf life of at least three months.

Moscow volunteers assisted residents and visitors of the capital at the festival venues. Throughout the project, they advised on gifts available for donation. They also helped sign cards with good wishes and words of encouragement for children and SVO participants. Volunteers carefully sorted items into categories and carefully packed them into boxes to prevent damage during transportation. The aid collected at the "Houses of Kindness" was gradually sent to new territories across Russia.

Moscow volunteers personally delivered gifts to participants in the special military operation, children from new regions, and animals. In July, they delivered more than two tons essential supplies for pets at the Belgorod animal rescue center "Prichal," some of which were donated by residents of the capital to "Domiki Dobra." They were delivered for Russian National Flag Day. more than 10 tons humanitarian aid to the Luhansk and Donetsk People's Republics, including gifts from the "Houses of Kindness."

More than 20 tons of drinking water were donated by Moscow entrepreneurs to Melitopol.Moscow volunteers delivered over five tons of humanitarian aid to Donetsk.

Family participation in good deeds

Muscovite Saniya Islamova and her mother, Tatyana, regularly participate in social, charitable, and volunteer events. They donated soap, razors, and socks to the "House of Good" on Tverskaya Square for volunteers, and brought lined and gridded notebooks, pens, and pencils for children. They also donated dog and cat food, absorbent pads, cereal, and treats to animals in shelters.

"We looked at the gift list on the website in advance and decided not to choose, but to please everyone at once. Together, we bought the most necessary and useful things for the country's defenders, children, and animals. It was important for our family to provide care and attention to those currently in the new territories and to help them in any way we could. When we handed over the gifts at the 'House of Kindness,' my mother and I chose a card and wrote warm words and wishes," Saniya said.

The Islamov family also supports the military hospital in their area, writing letters to soldiers and making trench candles. They volunteered for the "Moscow Helps" humanitarian aid collection center and participated in New Year's performances for children from the Luhansk People's Republic.

Saniya and her mother help not only SVO participants and residents of new and border territories. They are active volunteers in their district, participating in the "Time of Kindness" project and animal shelter events at the "Good Place. Southern Administrative District" volunteer center. The Islamovs also organized a collection of donations for homeless pets among their friends.

"I help from the bottom of my heart"

Experienced volunteer Artem Kravchenko has been involved in city events, social projects, and campaigns for over three years. At the "House of Good" on Tverskaya Square, he explained to new donors what types of goods could be donated to volunteers, children, and animals. Artem accepted gift bags from Muscovites who regularly attend the festival venues and helped them sign cards with words of support.

"I often participate in social events and support good causes. Since 10th grade, I can't imagine my life without volunteering. I help from the bottom of my heart and seize every opportunity to make a difference. Therefore, volunteering at the 'House of Kindness' is a great honor for me. It's a unique opportunity to make a personal contribution to collecting gifts for soldiers, children in new territories, and animals," said Artem.

How Moscow continues to help

You can help residents of new and border territories at humanitarian aid collection centers. Moscow is helpingEvery day, they accept food, personal hygiene products, seasonal clothing, baby items, household appliances, and other essentials. A total of 15 centers have been opened in the city. Over 4.75 million units of aid have been collected, and over 1,700 tons of cargo have been transferred from Moscow. More than 80,000 people have brought essential goods to the centers.

The "Moscow Helps" headquarters boast the largest volunteer corps for the social project. Over 17,500 people have joined since its inception. You can become part of the large team of helpers on the resource center's website. Mosvolonter.

There is a protest going on in the capital right now. Let's get the child ready for school For students from new regions of Russia. Until September 30, donations are accepted to the "Moscow Helps" humanitarian aid collection centers and volunteer centers. Good Place City residents can donate items necessary for school: stationery, school uniforms, children's clothing and shoes.

Organizing volunteer activities and engaging volunteers in city events are in line with the objectives of the national project Youth and Children and the federal project "We Are Together." More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

You can learn more about volunteering on the Mosvolonter resource center website and its social media page. VKontakte and in telegram channel.

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IN Lenkom Mark Zakharov a gathering of two troupes took place at once: the Lenkom artists began their 99th season, and the theater Center for Drama and Directing (CDR) — 28th. Their plans were outlined by the head of the CDR, Vladimir Pankov, who was also appointed artistic director of the Lenkom Theatre in January.

Both troupes are currently in the process of merging, and they will be fully united by the end of 2025.

Lenkom premieres

This season, Mark Zakharov's Lenkom Theatre will release two premieres, directed by Vladimir Pankov.

First, Orchestra Rehearsal, will take place on December 13 and 14. The play is based on the screenplay of the film of the same name, directed by Italian Federico Fellini in 1978. Additionally, this production will incorporate stories from the creative life of the Lenkom Theatre's artistic director, Mark Zakharov, who passed away in 2019. The performance will feature artists from both companies—a total of approximately 80 actors and 20 musicians will take the stage.

The second premiere will take place in the spring. Vladimir Pankov will take on the novel "The Golden Calf" by Ilya Ilf and Yevgeny Petrov. The director announced his intention to work on this work earlier this year, but further details will be announced later.

On October 13, Mark Zakharov's birthday, Alexander Abdulov's "Backyards" project will be revived. In the late 1980s, the artist began holding lively concerts in the theater's courtyard, but these ceased in the early 1990s. The new "Backyards" will retain the same spirit, but will also perform indoors as well as outdoors. Vladimir Pankov will direct the first concert, dedicated to Zakharov and Abdulov.

Mosbilet has launched exclusive ticket sales for the Lenkom premiere.

Lenkom's tour

Very soon, in October and November, the Lenkom Theatre's artists will go on tour. They will perform the play in St. Petersburg, Nizhny Novgorod, Chelyabinsk, and Yekaterinburg. Tout Paye, or Everything's Paid.

In February, they will travel to Samara with their signature show – a musical. Juno and Avos.

The artists will also be traveling to Tyumen, Snezhinsk, Sochi, and Krasnodar. Details of these trips will be announced later.

Premieres of the Central Development Center

The Center for Drama and Directing will present its new plays at the Central House of Drama on Sokol. The Central House of Drama on Begovaya will be closed for renovations.

The first performance of a new play "Cruel Games" The play was staged on September 5th by actress and director Faina Koloskova, a student of Vladimir Pankov. It was based on one of the most famous plays by Soviet playwright Alexei Arbuzov—the story of how the lives of the "golden boys" Kai, Nikita, and Terentiy are completely changed by the arrival of a girl named Nelya.

The director's goal was not only to explore the characters' inner lives but also to show how 1970s music resonates today. The performance will feature artists from the Central House of Drama and recent graduates of the GITIS Sound Drama Department.

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A premiere for the youngest audiences is also expected. Director Anna Trifonova, who teaches in this department, will adapt Italian writer Gianni Rodari's play "Comedy of Harlequin, Pulcinella, and Columbine Taking Exams, and of Stenterello, Duremarov's Assistant" (1951) for the stage. The characters will attempt to pass the exam without preparing, and the audience will discover the outcome. The actors will use masks from the medieval commedia dell'arte.

"Students from the GITIS Sound Drama Department will perform in the play," Vladimir Pankov explained. "What does the Center for Drama and Performing Arts do? The Center is nurturing a whole new generation of artists. This is crucial today, so that we don't end up with nothing. I'm talking about young directors, actors, musicians, and composers."

Additionally, the "CDR. Start" project, which gives young talents the opportunity to present performances created within their institutes, will continue. The project's repertoire is planned to include the production "To Moscow—to Dispel the Longing," based on Nikolai Kolyada's play.

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The Alexander Shilov Gallery invites you to a chamber music concert, "Beethoven, Grieg. Facets of Romanticism." Performers include international competition laureates Anastasia Lebedeva (violin) and Irina Lizanets (piano). Guests will hear sonatas by Ludwig van Beethoven and Edvard Grieg. They will be immersed in a world of Romanticism, northern legends, and dramatic experiences.

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