12:08
3/02
/2009
RUS
ENG
DEU
FRA
ARA
PER
ESP
JPN
CHN(S)
CHN(T)
search
MOST POPULAR ARTICLES
Russia to show MiG-35 jet fighter at Aero India 2009
Andrei Arshavin 'signs for Arsenal'
Russia formally hands over 3 multi-role fighters to Indonesia
Old nuclear satellite returns
“Pchela-1” - the eyes for the Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (Video)
Video
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
131
Total video podcasts: 2605
23/01/09
Al Qaeda leader threatens UK
A prominent leader of al Qaeda has called for attacks in Western countries, particularly Britain, in retaliation for Israel's offensive in Gaza. Abu Yahya al-Libi was behind the attacks on London Underground in 2005.
(83 sec./3.15Mb)
22/01/09
Russia: New water-purification method unveiled
State Duma Speaker Boris Gryzlov drank a glass of water that was a petroleum mixture only 60 seconds earlier to demonstrate a unique water purification process to the press.
(86 sec./3.25Mb)
22/01/09
Israel probes phosphorous claims
An Israeli inquiry into the use of white phosphorous weapons in Gaza focuses on the alleged firing of 20 shells into a populated area. The highly-incendiary substance is frequently used for smoke screens but can also be used as a weapon which causes extreme burns on contact with skin.
(93 sec./3.45Mb)
22/01/09
Iceland: Protestors target PM's car
Icelandic protestors angered by the collapse of the country's economy have been taken their frustration out on the Prime Minister.
(81 sec./2.94Mb)
22/01/09
Obama sworn for a second time
U.S. President Barack Obama was administered the oath of office again on Wednesday at the White House after an inauguration mistake. The White House Counsel issued a statement that said the second oath was administered out of "an abundance of caution."
(58 sec./2.16Mb)
22/01/09
AIG ends Manchester United deal
Troubled U.S. insurer AIG will not be renewing its shirt sponsorship deal with Manchester United when it expires next year. The firm averted bankruptcy last year with an 85 billion dollar bailout from the U.S. government and is now selling assets to repay some of the rescue package.
(62 sec./2.62Mb)
21/01/09
UN chief shocked at Gaza destruction
U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon became the first senior international leader to visit Gaza in years. Voicing shock and anger at the "heartbreaking" devastation, he called the Israeli attack on the UN headquarters "outrageous" and demanded an inquiry to call those responsible to account.
(99 sec./3.79Mb)
21/01/09
Kennedy collapses at Obama luncheon
Ailing Senator Ted Kennedy collapsed at an inaugural luncheon for President Obama and was evacuated by medical staff, apparently suffering from convulsions. Kennedy, who is battling a life-threatening brain tumor, is one of the Senate's most respected Democrats.
(74 sec./2.73Mb)
21/01/09
What Europe expects from Obama
European expectations run high as Barack Obama becomes the 44th President of the United States.
(84 sec./2.95Mb)
20/01/09
Muscovites bathe to celebrate Epiphany
Hundreds of believers marked the Russian Orthodox Epiphany on January 19 by plunging into the freezing waters of Bezdonnoye Lake in Serebryany Bor forest recreational zone, northwest Moscow. The cold did not stop the numerous winter swimmers, and the most zealous were restrained by policemen.
(80 sec./3.01Mb)
20/01/09
Lawyer shot dead in downtown Moscow
At 2:00 p.m., an unidentified person attacked passers-by on Prechistenka Street in Moscow, near Kropotkinskaya metro station. Two people received gunshot wounds: a man died at the scene and a young woman was hospitalized.
(86 sec./3.30Mb)
20/01/09
Museum of sunken ships to open soon near St. Petersburg
The Baltic Sea is a real treasure chest. The ships that sank in it are in excellent shape. This prompted the idea for an underwater museum.
(79 sec./2.83Mb)
20/01/09
Russia resumes gas supplies to Ukraine
At 10.00 a.m. Moscow time, Russia resumed gas supplies to Ukraine through the Sudzha station. If no further problems occur, European customers will receive their gas the next day.
(73 sec./2.80Mb)
20/01/09
Obama look-alike in cop sting
Obama look-alike arrested in France in an Internet stunt using the incoming U.S. president's image to highlight claims of police discrimination.
(118 sec./4.31Mb)
20/01/09
Russia Ukraine sign gas deal
Russia and Ukraine agree on a price for gas in 2009, clearing the way to restore gas supplies to Europe. Ukraine will buy Russian gas in 2009 for 20 percent less than European market prices.
(107 sec./3.90Mb)
20/01/09
Chaos and carnage at caravan rally
British Caravan Grand Prix gets underway in West Sussex leaving a trail of devastation on the track and one or two drivers without their caravans. This year's winner was competitor number 100, Piers Burton, a 45-year-old decorator come racing driving from Bognor Regis in West Sussex.
(86 sec./3.12Mb)
19/01/09
Russians bathe in frozen ponds and store holy water
People in Moscow line up to immerse themselves in icy water for the traditional ablution on Epiphany night. Valery Borovinskikh, who starred in Jesus Christ Superstar, was among the believers.
(91 sec./3.43Mb)
19/01/09
Guest workers forced to leave Moscow
Many of Moscow’s construction sites have been frozen, and Tajik builders have to leave. However, they are going to return to the Russian capital in spring. Labor migrants have no other choice – they need to feed their families.
(100 sec./3.66Mb)
19/01/09
Russian-Ukrainian relations unaffected by gas conflict
Despite the gas conflict, people in East Ukraine still think and speak well of their Russian neighbors.
(77 sec./2.85Mb)
19/01/09
Russia urges international community to pool efforts
Russia urges international community to pool efforts to support Egypt’s initiative to promote an Israeli-Palestinian settlement. Statement by Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov.
(48 sec./1.74Mb)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
131
ONLINE NEWS
OPINION & ANALYSIS
WORLD
RUSSIA
BUSINESS
SPORTS
SOCIETY
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
MILITARY NEWS
CULTURE
STRANGE BUT TRUE
IMAGE GALLERIES
VIDEO
INFOGRAPHICS
GUEST CONTRIBUTORS
RUSSIA'S STATE SYMBOLS
OFFICIAL RUSSIA
January
February
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
Su
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
more
RIA NOVOSTI
PHOTOSERVICE
FEEDBACK
REFERENCE
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
CONTACTS
CAREERS
© 2007
RIA Novosti
old version