Blooming miracles appear for first time in 300 years
Published: 19 December, 2007, 10:21
In the Russian region of Kaliningrad, flowers are blooming in the middle of winter. In the region's botanical gardens, roses have bloomed in December for the first time in 300 years.
Biologists say the flowers, ranging from traditional spring blooms to the subtropical, were confused by an unusually cold summer followed by a warm winter.
And even if temperatures fall below zero, it's thought they might continue to thrive.
19.12.2007, 08:13
Abramovich awaits court verdict on land dealA company owned by Russian tycoon Roman Abramovich has managed to secure itself a profitable deal by buying a piece of land near Moscow at a record low price. However, before the company gets the chance to reap the rewards of the deal, a court will decide |
19.12.2007, 10:35
Museums don't trust Britain with their works of artFour Russian museums have decided against sending paintings for an exhibition in London after failing to receive guarantees that the works of art would not be seized, according to Irina Antonova, Director of the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts. |
