Gaidar's friends propose monument to remember Russian reformer

Yegor Gaidar's contribution to Russia is misunderstood by most of the country, the late economist's friends said, vowing to correct the public perception and proposing a monument to the post-Soviet reformer.

// Jan. 26, 2010 - 00:39 GMT


Architect of post-Soviet reform Gaidar dies aged 53

// Jan. 26, 2010 - 00:39 GMT


Russia, NATO top generals to meet in Brussels

Russia and NATO chiefs of general staffs will meet on Tuesday to discuss a 2010 military cooperation plan for the first time since the improvement in ties between Russia and the alliance.

// Jan. 26, 2010 - 01:32 GMT


Russian woman stabbed to death in Mexico

A 47-year-old Russian woman has been stabbed to death in the Mexican city of Acapulco

// Jan. 26, 2010 - 02:10 GMT


Student halls on fire in Moscow, evacuation underway

A fire has broken out at the student halls of a Moscow university, and an evacuation is underway.

// Jan. 26, 2010 - 02:40 GMT


Fire at Moscow university dormitory put out

A fire at a Moscow university dormitory has been put out, a police source told RIA Novosti on Tuesday.

// Jan. 26, 2010 - 03:17 GMT


Medvedev, Abbas to discuss Middle East peace process in Sochi

Russian President Dmitry Medvedev will meet with his Palestinian counterpart on Tuesday to discuss the resumption of Israeli-Palestinian talks.

// Jan. 26, 2010 - 03:58 GMT


UN prioritizes women at food aid distribution in Haiti

The UN World Food Program (WFP) has prioritized women in Haiti food aid distribution to ensure that the most vulnerable get access to aid.

// Jan. 26, 2010 - 04:48 GMT


CSKA Moscow draw with U.S. Red Bull in pre-season friendly

CSKA Moscow drew 1–1 with U.S. side Red Bull at Spain's Campoamour Resort as they prepare for the start of the new Russian season and a Champions League clash with Sevilla.

// Jan. 26, 2010 - 05:47 GMT


Russian power sector urgently needs massive investment - auditors

The Russian electricity sector requires a colossal injection of funds in the next decade to repair and modernize dangerously outdated equipment, auditors said.

// Jan. 26, 2010 - 07:33 GMT