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10.02, 20:53
Russian photographers scoop World Press Photo awards
Libyan protesters, Moscow’s suburbs and street fights won Russian photographers awards at World Press Photo, the world’s most prestigious contest for photojournalists.
10.02, 19:33
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Waxing political: Medvedev and Putin get in the saddle
Fighting corruption has long been the favourite hobby-horse of Russia’s ruling ‘tandem’. Now, President Medvedev and Prime Minister Putin can be seen battling this ancient scourge of the nation in grandiose style on horseback.
10.02, 17:26
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Pushkin anniversary: Russia remembers its greatest poet
If you’re still wondering where all the gentlemen have got to, the answer is probably that they were killed in duels a century or two ago. Like Russia's most beloved poet Aleksandr Pushkin.
10.02, 16:26
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'Don’t strike Iran – it might annoy Madonna'
Israeli activists are begging PM Netanyahu to refrain from striking Iran. A campaign has been launched on Facebook to prevent an Israeli onslaught on Tehran’s nuclear facilities. The group’s motive – they want to see Madonna in concert first.
Today: 02:38
No crime case after footballer beating in Chechnya
The Investigating Department of the Republic of Chechnya has refused to initiate a criminal case into the beating of FC Krasnodar player, Spartak Gogniev, during a match against Terek Grozny reserves in November last year.
10.02, 16:31
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KHL teams to reseat on Boeing and Airbus
KHL’s governing body has approved a Players’ Union project obliging teams in the league to use only Boeing and Airbus planes for flights.
Hockey plane crash
10.02, 15:41
‘Sochi mountain is world class’ – Bode Miller
US Olympic gold medalist Bode Miller, who is preparing for World Cup competition at the ski resort in Sochi, has been amazed by the venue for the 2014 Winter Games.
10.02, 11:16
Russia freeze Finland in European winter classico
Russia have moved top of the overall standings in the Euro Hockey Tour after beating Finland in Helsinki. The opening game of the Swedish leg of the tour was played outdoors in front of a 30,000-strong crowd in extremely cold conditions.
10.02, 14:26
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‘Foreign military presence in Syria raises ghost of Libya’
Russian lawmakers declared their unanimous support for Moscow's official position on Syria, which one Duma member says may have been infiltrated by foreign military.
Syria unrest
10.02, 18:42
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Russian SWAT moves in as sacked top-cop holes up in office
Dmitry Medvedev fired the head of the Main Police Directorate for St. Petersburg on Friday, but it required a crack police unit to make the police general leave his office.
10.02, 18:29
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Duma speaker blasts Gorbachev call for constitution change
Russia’s State Duma speaker has lashed out at the last Soviet leader, Mikhail Gorbachev for his proposal to hold a referendum to change the country’s constitution.
10.02, 13:29
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United Russia may face rebranding
United Russia has denied rumors of a split within the ruling party, but has not ruled out the possibility of its rebranding in the future.
Today: 07:11
Getting harsher? Greek cabinet approves austerity bill
The Greek cabinet has approved a draft bill for the new austerity measures needed to secure a €130 billion bailout from international lenders. The new cuts include making thousands of civil servants redundant and slashing the minimum wage.
Eurozone crisis
Today: 02:12
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One more knock: S&P downgrades 34 Italian banks
Standard & Poor’s has downgraded the credit rating of 34 major Italian banks, including country’s largest, UniCredit. This comes after the rating agency downgraded Italy’s grade to BBB+ last month.
Eurozone crisis
10.02, 15:55
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CIA spy sentenced for stealing Russian rocket secrets
A former chief test engineer of Russia’s Plesetsk Cosmodrome, who was exposed as a CIA agent, has been sentenced to 13-year prison term. He admitted selling top secret data on Russian intercontinental ballistic missiles to the US.
10.02, 21:42
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Germany adopts 'wait and see' stand on ACTA
Germany has delayed signing of the ACTA treaty after its Justice Ministry voiced its concerns about the legislation. It is the fifth EU country to challenge approval of the debated treaty.
10.02, 21:17
Chicago Police to pay millions to anti-war protesters
The city of Chicago will be forced to pay $6.2 million to over 700 protesters that were arrested in 2003.
10.02, 22:37
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Oklahoma Democrats want to ban Onanism
In an attempt to take a stand against Republican bill that would ban abortions in Oklahoma, State Senator Constance Johnson is trying to make “pulling out” illegal.
Today: 00:00
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White firefighters won racial discrimination suit
On Tuesday twelve members of the Buffalo's firefighter squad were rewarded $2.7 million for emotional distress after a judge ruled that the city of Buffalo racially discriminated white men.
10.02, 00:30
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Internet pirates winning the war on SOPA with "Tribler"
The never-ending war between copyright holders and online pirates just entered a new phase. However, this time hackers are armed with the ultimate weapon that may grant them victory.
SOPA
10.02, 18:31
Expert: Russian market is the best in the world for retail
The Russian market has enormous potential for developing retail business, though it would be a challenge for new players to enter, says Lev Khasis, Senior Vice-President of Wal-Mart.
10.02, 18:08
Gold dances to a Greek tune
Gold continues to jive up and down, with “The Greek factor” playing the tune, and the inflationary bogey dictating the rhythm. Overall sentiment remains bullish, as the precious metal has gained around 11% since the start of 2012, going above $1,700.
10.02, 17:10
Gazprom to up supply in 2012
Gazprom has been outlining its exports for 2012, and expects to see an increase in volumes to Europe.
10.02, 14:47
Experts divide over the effect of VTB’s buy back
Opinions are split over VTB’s share buy back: as some experts fear it may result in further problems, but others think it won’t hurt the bank’s credit profile in the long term.
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