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15 Fantastic and Easy Day Trips From Moscow

Is the hustle and bustle of Moscow starting to wear you down? No worries. There are multiple great day trips from Moscow that will let you see a different side of Russia that you won’t find in the metropolitan area. Each day trip I’ve listed below can easily be done by train from Moscow, and there are trains every day of the week.

The area surrounding Moscow is rich in cultural attractions and natural beauty. By traveling only a short distance, one feels far away from the crowds, and lines of the sprawling Russian capital. Since Russia is undoubtedly an expansive country it may take from half an hour to two hours to reach some of the landmarks on this list (by train or car) from the Moscow city center.

You can escape to the picturesque Russian countryside, visit war memorials, battlefields, admire onion-domed churches, and get insight into the local way of life. Easy day trips from Moscow include the incomparable white-stone Trinity Cathedral in Sergiyev Posad, the spectacular Cathedral of the Assumption in Dmitrov, and the Russian military aircraft in Monino. For those who love rural tranquility, Suzdal and Vladimir are a must-see. History buffs will appreciate the Patriotic War of 1812 reenactment that took place in Borodino on the first weekend of September.

Without further ado, here are 15 best day trips from Moscow that are well worth your attention.

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The Best Day Trips from Moscow

There’s a reason Moscow is one of Europe’s most enigmatic destinations. It’s got culture, class, food, history, and more, but even better, is that it is the country’s main transport hub with so many attractions within a day trip from Moscow. While you can definitely spend days or even weeks in Moscow, it can, of course, be done in just one week. What can you do in Moscow in seven days ? Well, you can do a lot if you know how to plan a trip to a place you know so little about.

If you’re ready to get out of the city a bit and soak up the culture, fresh air, and enchanting architecture, I’ve rounded up my favorite day trips outside of Moscow. I often get asked: What are the best cities to visit in Russia? And these are places that I’ve been and loved.

My Favorite Easy Day Trips from Moscow:

Dmitrov Kolomna Zvenigorod Sergiyev Posad Yaroslavl Arkhangelskoye Estate Vladimir Suzdal Korolev Borodino Patriot Park in Kubinka Melikhovo Gorki Leninskie Kaluga Monino

1. Day Trip to Dmitrov from Moscow

Dmitrov may not be as popular as other cities in Russia, but the fact that the city was founded only 7 years earlier than Moscow makes for a great day trip. This small city some 90 kilometers from Moscow is particularly beautiful in the summer. As you walk the streets you can see sparkling fountains, charming centuries-old buildings, yachts and boats transiting through the canal and, of course, the Museum-Reserve Dmitrov Kremlin.

The Kremlin (castle) is the city’s main draw. The 10m high and about 1km long earthen rampart remained behind the wooden wall and gives an idea of how the castle looked like 400 years ago. The oldest surviving building on the Kremlin grounds is the 16th-century Assumption Cathedral with a unique five-tier iconostasis.

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Not far from the Kremlin there is a compact 15th-century Borisoglebsky convent. Its main building – the 16th-century Cathedral of Sts. Boris and Gleb is open to the visitors only for services of worship. In the 1930s in the convent housed a labor camp, which contained the builders of the Canal named after Moscow.

Getting There: Dmitrov sits an easy hour and sixteen minutes by train from Savyelovskiy Rail Terminal. This cheap day trip from Moscow is a great chance to soak up the historic charm to be found in Moscow Oblast.

2. Day Trip to Kolomna from Moscow

Situated to the south-east of Moscow, Kolomna is a beautiful port city on the Oka River. This is one of the oldest Russian cities in the region. So you can discover the old history in museums and monasteries. Interestingly, the city was a site for important weapon factories under the Soviet Union. Although it was opened up in 1994 Kolomna is not as popular as other day-trip destinations in the region.

Nevertheless, it is a great place to visit with friends and family where you can explore the 15th-century Kremlin made of red brick, try incredibly sweet traditional pastila (marshmallow), and visit some of the cute little churches and 19th-century mansions.

Getting There: Take the express train (commuter line train) from the Kazansky rail terminal to Golutvin station. The trip lasts one hour and forty minutes.

3. Day Trip to Zvenigorod from Moscow

This one is usually a given due to its proximity to and ease of transport from Moscow. It’s one of the easiest day trips from Moscow by train. You can easily hop on the train from the city and land right in the town of Zvenigorod where you can visit the 14th-century Savvino-Storozhevsky Monastery and sample the sparkly and refreshing kvass, a Russian specialty beverage that’s enjoyed in the summer months.

Zvenigorod is an adorable little town just under an hour away from the Moscow city and is an amazing place to visit as it will give a relaxing break from the hectic life of Moscow. Check this day trip if you don’t feel like planning.

If you have a sweet tooth, spend some time in the quirky Museum of Russian Desserts, where you can indulge in uniquely delicious treats and explore the intersection of food and culture.

Then you may want to pay the Zvenigorod Museum of History, Architecture, and Art a visit. The museum’s exposition is located on the territory of the Savvino-Storozhevsky monastery, or rather, in the 17th-century Tsaritsyny chambers, built for the wife of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich. Stroll through the museum halls to view the permanent exhibitions, which offer insights into various aspects of Russian history. The intricate museum’s building is adorned with a decorative porch, complex patterned elements, and looks very impressive in general.

4. Day Trip to Sergiyev Posad from Moscow

If you’re looking for cheap day trips from Moscow, Sergiyev Posad is a good choice at just a few dollar train ride away. Known as a major center of pilgrimage and home to one of the largest Russian Orthodox Monastery which has been here for hundreds of years, Sergiyev Posad is a fun day trip from Moscow and can be combined with Abramtsevo Museum Estate. As the only town in Moscow Region which is included in the Golden Ring of Russian cities, Sergiyev Posad is an incredible destination for a day trip from Moscow that packs UNESCO-protected Trinity Sergius Lavra, great museums, and gorgeous architecture into one day.

Make sure you see the six-pillared Assumption Cathedral that was commissioned by Ivan the Terrible in mid-16th-century and go inside to marvel at the impressive iconostasis that features Simon Ushakov’s masterpiece, the icon of Last Supper. Enjoy a delicious lamb steak with wheat kasha, Ukha fish soup, or hand-made dumplings as you learn a lot about religious and cultural history.

Getting There: Known for its small-town charm and welcoming feel, you can get to Sergiyev Posad by train, by bus, or by car. Trains depart from Yaroslavsky Rail Terminal every thirty minutes, and the trip lasts about an hour and a half. Alternatively, you can hop on a bus at the ‘VDNKh’ metro station. A bus trip to Sergiyev Posad takes two hours on average but can be reached in 90 minutes depending on traffic. If you go by car expect to spend about an hour and a half attempting to traverse the congested Yaroslavskoye highway.

5. Day Trip to Yaroslavl from Moscow

Going from Moscow to Yaroslavl may seem like a really long day trip, but honestly, if you take the comfortable train, it only takes about four hours to reach the city, so making a Yaroslavl day trip is totally doable. Although I do recommend much more than one day in Yaroslavl, especially if it’s your first time.

Cultural tourists visiting Yaroslavl should start their exploration by strolling the historic city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A spacious 100-hectare area enclosed by Sobinova and Republican streets is home to most popular attractions – the 17th-century Church of Elijah the Prophet that survived almost exactly in its original form, and in contrast to it, the white stone Assumption Cathedral, restored in the 2000s.

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If you walk a bit further passing the Holy Trinity sculpture and city’s foundation stone, you will find yourself at Strelka, a park on the cape, which offers panoramic views of the spot at the confluence of Volga and Kotorosl rivers. On the way back, there is a pleasant walk along the picturesque Volga embankment to the Governor’s Garden with shadowy alleys and an open-air Sculpture museum.

Getting There: Yaroslavl is about 280 km (173 miles) northeast of Moscow, so the best way to get there is to take a morning train from Yaroslavskiy Rail Terminal. A tour is also a great way to see the Yaroslavl without having to worry about driving or searching for trains. You can book a tour here.

6. Day Trip to Arkhangelskoye Estate from Moscow

Situated on the outskirts of Moscow and dates back to the late 18th-century, Arkhangelskoye Estate was the domain of the nobility for over a century until the Russian Revolution swept people who owned the estate out of the country. The estate was turned into a museum, which it remains today.

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The Arkhangelskoye Estate Museum holds the largest rare-book collection. The exhibition also includes old manuscripts, historical documents, photos from the past, a vast collection of sculpture, paintings, engravings, and exceptional examples of decorative art. These art objects once belonged to Prince Nikolai Yusupov, the former owner of the estate.

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Arkhangelskoye Estate is often referred to as the Russian version of Versailles because of the intricately manicured garden and beautiful 18th-century park. Famous Russian writers and poets such as Pushkin, Herzen, Mayakovsky loved to spend their free time here making long excursions in the surrounding area. Arkhangelskoye is a perfect place to appreciate the terraces decorated by delightful statues, exquisite vases, and busts.

Visitors can take tours, which introduce them to vibrant examples of Russian art and culture.

Getting There: To reach the estate it’s best to take a bus or a privately-owned minibus that departs from Tushinskaya metro station.

7. Day Trip to Vladimir from Moscow

Situated only two hours east of Moscow, Vladimir is absolutely one of the best places to visit near Moscow for a day trip. This splendid city dates back to the 12th century and has a very rich history. If magnificent Orthodox cathedrals and traditional white-stone architecture entice you, then this place is perfect for a day trip with your significant other.

First things first, you need to see the Golden Gate, which indicates the entrance into the old town. This 12th-century medieval masterpiece of military architecture is associated not only with Vladimir but with the Golden Ring tourist route itself. At the top of the gate, where once was the Church of the Deposition of the Robe, there is the Museum of Weapons. Great looking arrowheads and spear points date back to the Grand Principality of Vladimir, while the exhibition in an impressively majestic setting features a number of Batu-Khan related artifacts.

There’s a variety of attractions to put on your must-see list: the Old Believers Trinity Church right behind it, the Cathedral of St Demetrius, and Dormition (Uspensky) Cathedral. If you plan on shopping for souvenirs like birch-bark masterpieces of Kunov’s masters, drawings, carving, embossing, figures of people and animals, stop by the Lacquer Miniature, the Museum of Crystal, and the Gingerbread Museum. Many of the local attractions were added to UNESCO’s list of World Heritage sites.

Getting There: The best way to visit this area is to catch an early train from Moscow and book a full-day tour of Vladimir in advance. This one includes the town of Suzdal as well.

8. Day Trip to Suzdal from Moscow

This gem of a little medieval town perched on a hill just a 30-minute ride from Vladimir is one of those places I’ve visited and could move there permanently and be happy! It’s a charming little piece of history that also has a Kremlin and visiting it feels like stepping back in time. if you’re a culture enthusiast you’ll be glad to know there are numerous churches, five monasteries, including Spaso-Yevfimiev Monastery in Suzdal. Check them out if you want to get a real taste of the country!

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pend some time shopping at the Torgovaya ploshchad (Market Square), where you can buy baskets made of birch bark, ceramic handmade plates, honey or souvenirs and, of course, grab some afternoon tea!

Getting There: Trains leave regularly from Moscow’s Kurskiy Rail Terminal to Vladimir where you can hop on a bus to Suzdal. You can also take a bus from Moscow. In this case, it might take longer and you’ll probably encounter infamous traffic jams. If you go by express train the trip takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes. There are slower trains of course, but I’d recommend going with the fast one and save a lot of time!

9. Day Trip to Korolev from Moscow

Located some 30 kilometers northeast of Moscow, Korolev has become arguably the most important space research center with skilled workers from across the Soviet Union who came here to expand the space program.

It became a leading institute dedicated to aerospace research in the country. Today, that tendency can still be clearly seen on the streets and in the buildings. When the Soviet Union collapsed, the city retained its status as the headquarters of Russia’s space surveillance network and now it hosts the Russian Mission Control Center, an analogue of the American Mission Control Center at NASA’s Space Center in Houston.

If you want to learn more about Mission Control Center and the former Russian Mir space station, book a tour with a knowledgeable guide who can clearly tell the history of this place.

If you’re not into space exploration there is also a Memorial Apartment Museum of Marina Tsvetaeva in Bolshevo. With a picturesque park next to the museum, it’s a great place for walking in the fresh air. The highlight of the park is memorial stones with quotes from Tsvetaeva’s poems.

Getting There: I’d recommend going by train. Catch one at Yaroslavskiy Rail Terminal that departs every 30 minutes to reach Bolshevo station.

10. Day Trip to Borodino from Moscow

The historic Battle of Borodino on September 7, 1812, took place just outside the small village of Borodino, about 140 km west of Moscow, and about 15 km from the nearest town of Mozhaysk. Although the French won the Battle of Borodino and went to capture Moscow, it was one of the bloodiest battles of the pre-twentieth-century that is also predetermined Napoleon’s defeat.

While it was a battlefield back then, not much remains today. It’s mostly a green and grassy field now with a few monuments of military honor, architectural objects dated back to 19th and 20th century, and fortification facilities scattered throughout the area. The largest of these is the 27-meter high obelisk located right at the heart of the former battlefield.

Every year the military and patriotic festival and theatrical performance take place in Borodino. Early September is considered to be the best for visiting. But if you just want to feel the spirit of the battle, it’s better to go at any other time of the year.

Getting there: Hop on a train from the Belorussky rail terminal, disembark in Mozhaysk, and then take a bus to the museum. The whole travel time is about 2 hours.

11. Day Trip to Patriot Park in Kubinka from Moscow

Once a Red Army tank training ground, now it’s a military Disneyland with history, structure, guns, and armored vehicles! The tank museum originally housed one of the world’s largest and rarest collections of tanks. In 2016 they combined the training grounds with the newly-created Patriot Park. Since then, some of the notable and rare items have been moved to the Patriot Park site, so you may want to combine both sites into one tour (only about 20 minutes apart).

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The exhibition grounds include some very rare specimens that are must-see for any military enthusiasts out there. The staff is friendly, helpful and kind, while the museum has a small shop. As this site is part of an operating military base, they may ask you to show your passport, or provide them with a photocopy of the front pages. There are vending machines for snacks and drinks, and there are bathroom facilities. There’s plenty to see, so I recommend setting aside an entire day!

Getting there: Situated halfway between Borodino and Moscow, the best way to reach Patriot Park in Kubinka is by car. Alternatively, if you don’t want to rent one, consider car-sharing apps like Gett or UBER. The price of ride-sharing services is cheap enough to make them a viable proposition for choosing them.

12. Day Trip to Melikhovo from Moscow

Located some 80 km from Moscow, Melikhovo is one of the most important museums dedicated to Anton Pavlovich Chekhov. This renowned Russian writer and playwright acquired Melikhovo in 1892. He lived there with his parents and close relatives for 7 years before moving to the Crimea in 1899. Melikhovo is where he wrote his plays “The Man in the Case” and “The Seagull”.

The estate faded into oblivion right after the Revolution but in 1939 Anton Chekhov’s sister Maria and his nephew established a museum based on Chekhov’s place of living. The museum opened its doors to the public in 1941.

Today museum’s exhibition reveals the legacy of a celebrated writer and shows his path not only as a writer but as a doctor and public figure as well. The collection also features some of the best-known paintings by famous artists like Isaac Levitan and Vasily Polenov, who were Chekhov’s friends. When it comes to fun and educational day trips from Moscow, Melikhovo is a nice place for learning more about Chekov’s life and work.

Getting There: You can reach Melikhovo by train from Kurskiy rail Terminal. Disembark in the town of Chekhov and hop on a minibus that will get to the estate. Alternatively, hop on a bus that departs from the Yuzhnaya metro station.

13. Day Trip to Gorki Leninskie from Moscow

Once the realm of Russian nobles, Gorki Leninskie was turned into Lenin’s museum some 25 years after his death. The estate sits some 30-minute bus ride from the Domodedovskaya metro station and houses Soviet-era memorabilia and Lenin’s memorial flat recently transferred from the Kremlin, as well as his vintage Rolls-Royce.

Most people only associate this place with the name of the first communist leader. In fact, the name of the estate was first mentioned in documents dating back to the 16th-century. Throughout its history, the estate was owned by a number of prominent figures. It’s in fact one of the best museums that holds the country’s finest collection 19th-century furnishings and a unique collection of domestic items owned by nobles. Plus, ancient Vyatichi native tribe or East Slavs who inhabited a part of the Oka basin’s burial mounds and a few notable sculptures are hidden behind the avenues of lime trees in the park.

Getting There: You could, of course, hop on a bus from Domodedovskaya metro station. But it would be much easier just to use UBER or Gett. The estate isn’t that far from the Moscow Circle Road but going there by bus may involve some navigating.

14. Day Trip to Kaluga from Moscow

If you’re looking for an educational day trip from Moscow, look no farther than Kaluga! This beautiful city could really entertain you for more than just a day, but to get a taste of science, be sure to visit the Tsiolkovsky State Museum of the History of Cosmonautics. Or in other words, the Space Museum.

Visitors to the museum will learn more about the history of space exploration. In fact, this is one of the largest Space Museums in Russia, which opened its doors in Kaluga in 1967. Here you can see a prototype of the iconic MIR space station and a duplicate of the Voskhod rocket. The very same rocket that took the first man to space. There’s also a planetarium, which from the outside resembles a spaceship.

Kaluga is a totally walkable city. Make sure to spend some time strolling Teatralnaya street with the authentic 19th-century pavement that now marks the Kilometer Zero. Then walk across the 18th-century Kamenniy Most (the Stone Bridge) that somewhat resembles a Roman aqueduct. If you’re an architecture buff marvel at the Church of St. Cosmas and Damian.

It is assumed that the church was erected by one of the followers of Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli in 1794. The church resembles the Smolny Convent in St. Petersburg. With five church towers directed upward and six tiers of oblong windows give the exterior a sense of lightness and airiness.

Getting There: Trains from Kiyevsky Rail Terminal to Kaluga leave every 90 minutes. The trip takes about 2 hours and 35 minutes.

15. Day Trip to Monino from Moscow

Are you looking for great family & kid-friendly day trips from Moscow? If so, consider visiting the Central Museum of the Air Forces at Monino. This unique military open-air museum is home to over 180 Russian aircraft and 100 aircraft engines and the perfect place to go when your crowd is looking for a break from hectic city life. Check this tour if you don’t feel like planning.

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This site was formerly an operational airbase from 1932 till 1956 and many of the Russian aviation Design bureaus have made a contribution to the operation and maintenance of the museum. Along with aircraft from the Second World War, there are the TU-95 Bear four-engine turboprop-powered strategic bomber and the TU-144 Charger a Soviet supersonic passenger airliner (which resembled the Concorde). The museum also has exhibits related to military aviation history such as the uniform of captured U2 pilot Gary Powers.

Getting There: This museum is located at Monino Town, about 30 km from Moscow. It is open on all days from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, except Mondays and Tuesdays. To get there take a train departing from Yaroslavskiy Rail Terminal and disembark at Monino station. Alternatively, hop on a bus from Schelkovskaya or Partizanskaya metro station.

Final Thoughts on the Best Day Trips from Moscow

I hope this post has helped you discover some amazing day trips from Moscow. From imposing cathedrals, mighty fortresses and monasteries, there are a lot of incredible places to visit the Russian capital, and the best part is that getting there is always ways to get around on the cheap.

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Great article for visitors in Moscow , thanks for sharing

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Marie Hernandez

I hadn’t considered traveling to Moscow until NOW! Fantastic post and ideas for visitors! Thanks!

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Graham Marsden

Nice to see so many options outside of Moscow, but I have to say I wish this list had a recommendation for a hike or a beautiful natural areas or national parks. Maybe the next list!

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I have to admit that I knew nothing about the area surrounding Moscow. This is definitely an inspiring list of places to go.

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When I read this article about Moscow. I wanted to pack my bags and get there sooner. thank you for the great write up.

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Staggering action sequences can't help 'dune: part two' sustain a sense of awe.

Justin Chang

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Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya are Paul Atreides and Chani in Dune: Part Two. Niko Tavernise/Warner Bros. Pictures hide caption

Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya are Paul Atreides and Chani in Dune: Part Two.

Dune: Part Two picks up right where Dune: Part One left off. It's still the year 10191, and we're back on Arrakis, a remote desert planet with vast reserves of spice, the most coveted substance in the universe.

The villains of House Harkonnen have regained control of Arrakis after defeating the benevolent leaders of House Atreides. But hope survives in the form of the young hero Paul Atreides, who has fled into the desert. Paul is played again by Timothée Chalamet, whose performance has matured alongside the character: Paul still has his boyish vulnerability, but now he may be tasked with leading a revolution.

Paul has taken refuge among the Bedouin-like nomads known as the Fremen, many of whom believe he is a messiah-like figure who, according to prophecy, will help them defeat their Harkonnen oppressors. To be accepted by the Fremen, Paul must learn their ways and pass the ultimate test by riding one of the deadly giant sandworms that continually roam the desert.

Storyboarding 'Dune' since he was 13, Denis Villeneuve is 'still pinching' himself

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Storyboarding 'dune' since he was 13, denis villeneuve is 'still pinching' himself.

Paul successfully rides the worm, and it's the movie's single most thrilling sequence — one of those rare moments when you can feel the director Denis Villeneuve flexing every blockbuster muscle in his body.

With its heightened life-or-death stakes and sometimes staggering large-scale action sequences, Dune: Part Two is certainly a more exciting and eventful journey than Dune: Part One. But even here, the high points are over too soon, and the movie quickly moves on. Villeneuve is an impressive builder of sci-fi worlds, but his storytelling is too mechanical to sustain a real sense of awe.

Admittedly, there is a ton of plot to get through in Frank Herbert's original 1965 novel, a dense saga of feudal warfare and environmental decay. Paul leads a mighty Fremen insurgency against the Harkonnens, destroying their troops and disrupting their spice-mining operations.

Paul also occasionally clashes with his noble mother, Lady Jessica, who ushers in some of the movie's more mind-bending sequences: trippy hallucinations, spooky religious rituals, and a subplot involving a telepathic fetus that reminded me of the Star Child from 2001 .

Sci-Fi epic 'Dune' is an immersive but incomplete experience

Sci-Fi epic 'Dune' is an immersive but incomplete experience

Lady Jessica is played by the formidable Rebecca Ferguson, who keeps you guessing about her character's motives as she urges Paul to embrace his divine calling. But she gets fierce pushback from a Fremen warrior, Chani, with whom Paul has fallen in love. Chani, played by a terrific Zendaya, rejects the prophecy entirely and urges Paul not to buy into it.

Eventually Paul comes to the cynical realization that it doesn't matter if he's a messiah or not, so long as his followers believe he is. Villeneuve, who co-wrote the script with Jon Spaihts, shrewdly calls Paul's heroism into question, and in doing so, pushes back against the common accusation that Dune is just another white-savior fantasy.

That said, the movie isn't as adept at handling the various influences that Herbert wove into the novel, which draws heavily on Arab culture and Muslim beliefs. As such, it's hard to watch the movie and not think about current conflicts in the Middle East — and wonder if it will have anything trenchant or meaningful to say about them. That's a lot to ask of even the smartest, gutsiest blockbuster, but Dune: Part Two doesn't rise to the occasion: It ultimately treats politics as superficially as it treats everything else.

For all Villeneuve's astounding craftsmanship, there's a blankness to his filmmaking that I can't get past, even when he's introducing a frightening Harkonnen villain played by Austin Butler, who's utterly unrecognizable here as the star of Elvis .

What this Dune needed was a director with not just a massive budget and an exacting design sense, but a touch of madness in his spirit — someone like David Lynch, who famously directed a much-maligned adaptation of Dune back in 1984. That movie was a flop, but as always, box office only tells part of the story. For sheer grotesque poetry and visionary grandeur, Lynch's film still worms its way into my imagination in a way that this one never will.

'Dune: Part Two' nails the dismount in the conclusion(?) of the sweeping sci-fi saga

'Dune: Part Two' nails the dismount in the conclusion(?) of the sweeping sci-fi saga

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Kern Joins White House Roundtable on AI and Climate Resilience

Jordan Kern, ISE assistant professor and researcher funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science, was invited to participate in a virtual roundtable hosted by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and the U.S. Department of Energy. The roundtable aims to discuss the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in bolstering the nation’s resilience against climate change impacts and fostering an equitable clean energy economy.

Kern’s involvement in this discussion stems from his years of research on the vulnerability of power grids in the U.S. to extreme weather and climate change. Regarding his participation, Kern stated, “Over the past several years, I have been funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Science on a project exploring the vulnerability of power grids in the U.S. to extreme weather and climate change. Based on this work, leadership at the DOE asked that I participate in the discussion.”

One of the focal points of the discussion will be President Biden’s Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence. Kern emphasized the potential of Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI as tools to improve the efficiency of business and governmental processes. However, he acknowledged the risks, stating, “While AI holds great potential, it may also increase risks of adverse outcomes by masking discriminatory effects, amplifying existing biases, creating challenges for ensuring data and scientific integrity, or creating unanticipated risks to data privacy.”

During the roundtable, Kern and other experts explored promising use cases of machine learning in the power grid domain. Examples included improved short-term forecasts of electricity load, wind, and solar, enabling more efficient scheduling of electricity production, and enhanced forecasts of impacts from extreme weather, aiding utilities in allocating resources effectively during recovery efforts.

Addressing the challenges discussed in the session, Kern highlighted issues such as data gaps, workforce training, and trust concerns that hinder utilities from adopting more sophisticated analytical tools.

As for the next steps, Kern mentioned that the White House OSTP will publish a report summarizing the key points of the discussion and providing official recommendations.

Policy Bootcamp

After surviving the competitive application process against his fellow early career researchers, Kern will participate in the Mason-Maryland Climate and Technology Policy Bootcamp. Funded by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, the boot camp trains researchers to engage with decision-makers in the energy and climate-tech policy landscape. “At least part of this training will involve learning how energy and climate-tech policy is made so that the research community can have a greater impact on real-world clean energy and climate innovation outcomes,” shared Kern.

The boot camp, scheduled for early June, promises face-to-face discussions with key players shaping energy and climate-tech policy in the United States, including members of Congress, the executive branch, international organizations, NGOs, and the private sector.

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Shark’s 2,000-mile journey from South Carolina to Mexico makes history, experts say

A 14-foot shark tagged off the South Carolina coast in December has made an unyielding 2,000-mile journey to Mexico, experts say.

And in doing so, the nearly 3,000-pound fish named LeeBeth has “made shark science history,” Atlantic White Shark Conservancy said in a Feb. 29 post on Facebook when the shark reached Matamoros, Mexico.

“This is the furthest west a white shark has ever been tracked into the Gulf of Mexico,” the Massachusetts-based group said.

LeeBeth was tagged Dec. 8 off the coast of Hilton Head Island, and a scientist affixed new technology on the predator that made her the first great white to have a camera on its dorsal fin, The Island Packet reported.

The technology — similar to that of a GoPro — has allowed people to view LeeBeth’s activity through the app called Sharktivity.

“This is a fish who has seen some things,” Megan Winton of the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy told The Island Packet of the shark, believed to be in her mid-to-late 20s.

During her three-month journey, LeeBeth traveled around Florida to the Gulf of Mexico, where it continued its swim off the coasts of Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana. Then, it traveled toward the southern tip of Texas, coming near South Padre Island.

She eventually traveled into foreign territory when she reached Mexico in late February.

“Most stopped around the Mississippi River, but LeeBeth kept going ,” Capt. Chip Michalove, who tagged the shark, told HigherCalling.net . “She’s traveled 2,000 miles since we caught her off Hilton Head.”

Michalove, of Outcast Sport Fishing, tagged LeeBeth for research purposes with the conservancy. The tag, The Island Packet reported, gives scientists useful data such as sharks’ preferred water temperatures and how many miles they’ve traveled.

Research of great white sharks is vital, as the predators “play a critical role in maintaining a health and balanced marine ecosystem,” the conservancy said on its website.

LeeBeth has caught the attention of others, including Dr. Kelsey Banks, an associate research scientist for the Sport Fish Center at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.

She told KVUE that LeeBeth’s pinging off the Texas coast is the second time he’s confirmed a shark in the Western Gulf of Mexico in the past decade .

“She’s been a groundbreaking shark in a lot of ways,” Winton told WBUR.

Monster shark tracked off Florida part of much larger predator migration, experts say

10-foot shark from Canada resurfaces west of Mississippi River. Where is it going?

Sawfish tagged on Florida’s Gulf Coast was huge when recaptured on state’s east coast

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White: Chinese Taipei can make history in World Cup qualifiers

Englishman discusses his coaching journey, receiving support from Gareth Southgate, and Chinese Taipei's 'strong football pedigree'.

When Gary White was appointed as coach, the Chinese Taipei team was languishing at 161st in the FIFA rankings. (Photo: CTFA)

Chinese Taipei coach Gary White speaks to FIFA

He discusses his football journey and FIFA World Cup 26 qualification campaign

White hungry to help Chinese Taipei realise potential

Coaching can be a lonely and unforgiving profession and sometimes getting your first big break, whether through luck, circumstance or connections, is the toughest challenge.

For Chinese Taipei’s English coach, Gary White, that break came through a medium that’s now close to obsolete – the fax machine.

Having decided in his late teens that he didn’t have the quality to make it as a player, White set about starting his coaching qualifications, determined to be the best coach he could be. The only issue, as a 24-year-old armed with his first coaching licence, was how to find that initial break.

As he explains to FIFA, it was an unconventional idea that set him on a path that’s now taken him to the top job at five different national teams as well as clubs in both Japan and China.

“I was in the youth system as a player at Southampton but I got chewed up and pushed out at 17 or 18," he explained. "After trying my hand in Australia, I decided that if I couldn’t be the best player then I wanted to be the best coach.

“I started early with obtaining my badges. I didn’t want to travel the world trying to make it as a player then have messed up knees at 35 and nothing to show for it – and after I started that process with the licences I hit on an idea.

“This was back in 1997 and somehow I’d gotten hold of a FIFA directory. I went to an old fax shop just opposite Luton Town’s stadium at Kenilworth Road and I faxed off an introduction message to every single one of FIFA’s member associations.

“It was around 201 associations at the time and it was a nightmare. It was pouring with rain, there were loads of other people trying to use the fax machine and it took me five hours to send them all off.

“The fax machine kept cutting out and I’d have to resend them, so somewhere in these nations, they would have received a random half page fax and wondered what was going on.”

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In the end just three associations responded – by mail – with one of those following up with a phone call and then an offer. That was the British Virgin Islands – a tiny speck in the Caribbean with a population of barely 25,000 at the time – and after a flight into an area known as Beef Island, White was driven straight from the airport to run a session with the senior team.

“There I was, younger than any of the players I was coaching, with a B licence but very little experience, but what I did have was confidence and drive and that was where it all started.”

After barely a year in charge, becoming one of the youngest ever national coaches at just 24, the Bahamas came calling. White would spend the next eight years as both coach and technical director, overseeing a jump up the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking that saw them become one of 2006's biggest movers they reached their highest ever slot of 138.

A four-year stint in Guam followed, where he led the Matao to their first ever FIFA World Cup™ qualifying win, then his first spell in charge of Chinese Taipei, from 2017 to 2018, where he guided them to their highest ever FIFA ranking.

Club jobs in the J.League with Tokyo Verdy and at Chinese sides Shanghai Shenxin, Nantong and Suzhou were interspersed with a stint in charge of Hong Kong. The now 49-year-old then returned to Chinese Taipei in June 2023 with a target to guide the team back to former glories.

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“I’d spent four years in China and a proposal came to help develop the game in Chinese Taipei, and I knew it was something I had to do.

“There is a really strong football pedigree in Chinese Taipei. They were one of the best teams in Asia in the 1950s and 1960s, and thousands of kids play the game but we lose a lot of them due to a lack of pathways when they hit their teenage years.

“Developing that elite pathway for both coaches and players is the aim, but equally so is having success with the senior team.”

Having breezed through the first round of AFC qualification with a 7-0 aggregate win over Timor-Leste, Chinese Taipei lost their first two second-round matches against Oman and Malaysia. They now face a pivotal month with home and away fixtures against Kyrgyzstan.

Those fixtures could either end Chinese Taipei’s hopes or fire them right into the mix for a third-round berth – and White knows just what is at stake.

“Even though we lost our first two matches we fought well and realised that we’re not that far away. Chinese Taipei has never picked up points at this stage of qualification and our aim now is to make history.

“We’ve brought in a lot of younger players, including four players who are still in high school who are in line to feature against Kyrgyzstan, have others with real experience, as well as tapping into the diaspora. I’m confident we’re moving in the right direction.

“The federation and clubs have helped to back us with a month-long training camp before the qualifiers and, with the right breaks, we’re aiming to make history for Chinese Taipei.”

As one of the few English coaches to have forged a long and successful career outside of his homeland, White is hoping that he can both be an inspiration to younger coaches and perhaps one day return to England to put his vast knowledge of world football to use.

“It’s strange for me why there are so few English coaches looking to move abroad. I think generally English people travel quite well so maybe it’s about being comfortable and a fear of the unknown in football.

“Perhaps there’s a snobbery or a lack of insight about what football looks like outside of England, but I’ve had so much support from coaches at the highest level of the game back home, including Gareth Southgate, and I see it as my role to also help other coaches. Every time I’ve brought a coach in from England to work alongside me, they’ve loved it.

“I have several English staff with me now in Chinese Taipei and we’re all working to create that history here, but when they come to Asia or the Caribbean or wherever else I’ve been, it changes their life and their perspective of football.

“People start to see that football is not just a game based in England or Europe and that there’s so much quality and potential no matter where you are; the challenge now is to help Chinese Taipei reach that potential. After that, I’m ready for whatever comes next.”

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