Russia & CIS news

Russian poker ban turns out to be a bluff

17.05.2010 - Russia & CIS news

In July Russia banned poker along with other casino games, restricting gambling to four remote parts of the country. However, according to police reports, the ban has failed to work so far.

Russian president orders public probe into Siberian coal mine disaster

14.05.2010 - Russia & CIS news

Russian President, Dmitry Medvedev, has on Thursday ordered an investigation into the recent Kemerovo Region explosions in the Raspadskaya Mezhdurechensk coal mine, to establish those responsible.

Russia and US hold second round of adoption talks

12.05.2010 - Russia & CIS news

A US delegation is in Moscow for the final round of negotiations to lift an adoption ban for Russian children and finalize a deal between the two countries.

Putin demands changes in coal mining industry following accident

12.05.2010 - Russia & CIS news

The double mine blast in Siberia has now claimed the lives of 60 miners and rescue workers. Chances of finding the remaining 38 people trapped underground alive are fading.

Attackers of Russian tanker released in open sea

07.05.2010 - Russia & CIS news

The Russian Navy has had to release 10 Somalis, captured earlier in an operation to rescue a seized tanker. There was no legal way to prosecute them for piracy.

Russian scientists trying to save polar bear from extinction

30.04.2010 - Russia & CIS news

Russian experts are stepping up efforts to keep Arctic polar bears alive and preserve their natural habitat. The animals are in serious danger of extinction, and the time to save them is running out.

Russian conductor makes Time 100 list

30.04.2010 - Russia & CIS news

Valery Gergiev has entered the list of 100 most influential people in the world according to the American Time magazine. He appeared fifth among artists, following pop-star Lady Gaga.

Russian triumph at London marathon

26.04.2010 - Russia & CIS news

Russia has completed its first ever one-two finish at the London Marathon on Sunday, with Lilia Shobukhova the woman rewriting the history books on the 30th anniversary of the legendary event.

Cops’ approval needed to tie the knot

23.04.2010 - Russia & CIS news

Every wedding ceremony in the Russian southern republic of North Ossetia will now have unusual guests – a squad of uniformed policemen.

North Russia’s fishing industry – fighting for survival

23.04.2010 - Russia & CIS news

The Murmansk region is rich in natural resources, such as oil and gas, and its waters are stocked full of fish. Despite its Arctic location, the main port remains ice-free all year.