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  • International electronics giant caught using pirated software

    The Russian division of LG Electronics is facing a lawsuit for bootleg software following a police raid last year. Read more »

  • More on British MP’s Russian aide spy scandal

    More on the story about a British MP's Russian aide being investigated by MI5 as it's reported that the MP is regarded as the most pro-Russian MP in the UK. More on British MP’s Russian aide ... Read more »

  • Russia through to play-offs in Turkey

    Russia has beaten China 89-80 to secure a place in the second round of the basketball world championship. Read more »

  • Russian roots behind Black Swan

    One of the most highly-anticipated premieres of the year, “Black Swan” from the “Requiem for a Dream” director Darren Aronofsky, has been inspired by Russian culture and tradition. Read more »

  • Center Telecom posts 1H 2010 Net Profit of 4.16 billion roubles

    Russian telecoms company Center Telecom has posted a 1H 2010 Net Profit of 4.16 billion roubles. Read more »

  • US must wait for alleged arms baron

    Alleged Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout will not be extradited from Thailand to the United States until at least October 4, his lawyer has said. Read more »

  • Russia barely beats Ivory Coast, Blatt to step down

    After leading his side to victory over Ivory Coast, Russian national basketball team coach David Blatt made a surprise announcement that this World Championships will be his last tournament with ... Read more »

  • Russians to buy buckwheat at caviar price

    As the prices for basic foods in Russia have skyrocketed, the government is considering options to cap them. Read more »

  • War of tycoons takes to the new level

    The conflict between Russia’s two most influential tycoons has literally taken off in the air. Read more »

  • “Russia is a rich land for would-be Shakespeares” – actor

    Actor and founder of the Anglo-Russian theatre, Chris Karle, who came to Russia 14 years ago, was so excited with the local film and theatrical industry that he decided never to return home. Read more »

  • Police defends construction site from opposition

    Law enforcement agencies have dispersed another unauthorized opposition rally in downtown Moscow held in support of Article 31 of the Russian Constitution. Read more »

  • Boy with reattached legs joins Russian army

    A 20-year-old boy from Siberia has made it into the Russian army despite almost losing his legs in a railway accident, Lifenews reports. Read more »

  • To modernization through education

    Russia’s State Council has discussed ways of how to improve vocational education in the country in order to make it meet the demands of the times. Read more »

  • “Stop tweeting!” Medvedev tells top politicians at meeting

    Twittermania is sweeping Russia's politicians – so much so that some are even doing it right under the boss' nose. One governor was caught tweeting in the middle of State Council session by ... Read more »

  • Treasure hunters comb world’s deepest lake

    The Russian Empire's lost gold may be buried at the bottom of Lake Baikal. Read more »

  • Sport of British princes grips Russians

    Polo enthusiasts from Russia and abroad have gathered at a Moscow country club to compete in the finals of the Russia Open. Read more »

  • Top world banks show the door to senior Russian officials

    A number of high-ranking Russian tax and police officials, as well as several ministers and judges, have been blacklisted by leading foreign banks. Read more »

  • Moscow’s weather ordeal: from scorching heat to freezing cold

    Meteorologists forecast that September will bring abnormally cold and rainy weather in the Russian capital as the first frosts are due to hit Moscow before the actual end of summer. Read more »

  • “Republic heads should decide on their titles themselves” – Medvedev

    Russian republics and subjects of federation should decide for themselves what to call their heads, said President Dmitry Medvedev concerning recent initiatives to stop naming them presidents. Read more »

  • Historama, August 30

    Tonight’s Historama focuses on celebrations and disasters in Russia’s second and third capitals. Read more »