Life style - External Economic Relations Magazine: Russian and International News, Politics, Finance, Sport and Entertainment

Life style

Isinbayeva breaks pole vault mark

30.07.2008 - Sport

Russia's Yelena Isinbayeva broke her own pole vault world record when she cleared 5.04m at the Super Grand Prix meeting in Monaco on Tuesday.

Samba spirit hits Moscow

30.07.2008 - Leisure

Brazilian heat has takenhold of Moscow. Bringing Russians the fiery and joyful spirit of the South America, "The Brahma Island" festival has been held for the fourth time. This year organisers recreated the atmosphere of famous Copacabana beach on the shore of the Moskva river.

Medvedev wishes Russia’s Olympians good luck

30.07.2008 - Sport

President Dmitry Medvedev has bid Russia’s 467 Olympians good luck during a farewell reception at the Kremlin, ahead of the Beijing Games.

Two Russian films to screen at Venice film festival

30.07.2008 - Art & Culture

Two Russian films will screen in the forthcoming Venice international movie festival.

Putin to lead Russian fans at Beijing Olympics

22.07.2008 - Sport

Russia's Prime Minister, Vladimir Putin, will lead the team of Russian fans at the opening of the 2008 Olympics in Beijing. The news was confirmed by the Russian Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov, during his stay in China.

UEFA requests Germany to stage the European football championship in 2012

22.07.2008 - Sport

The European Federation of Football Associations, UEFA has urged the German football union to prepare Germany to stage Euro-2012.

Batman film takes a record $155m

21.07.2008 - Leisure

Batman film The Dark Knight has set a box office record for best opening weekend ever at the US box office, distributor Warner Bros has said.

Russian pro-riders conquer Europe’s biggest mountain

17.07.2008 - Sport

Sunshine, plenty of snow and some serious action occurred when a group of Russian pro-skiers tried to tame Europe's highest peak, Mount Elbrus.

Ronnie Wood is admitted to rehab

17.07.2008 - Leisure

Rolling Stone guitarist Ronnie Wood is "seeking help" with his battle with alcohol in a rehabilitation centre, a spokeswoman for the star has confirmed.