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Nigeria, Russia forge stronger Cultural, Creative, tourism partnership
Nigeria and Russia have taken significant steps toward deepening cultural, creative, and tourism ties following a high-level diplomatic meeting held in Abuja. During the meeting, Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the...

‘Respect us, protect us’ – Caster Semenya’s bold message to sports bosses
Johannesburg – When 19-year-old unknown South African Caster Semenya pulled off a stunning 800 metres final triumph at the 2009 world championships in Berlin, she could never have imagined the drama that would follow. She had barely touched the...

Indian colours in downtown Moscow
The festival of India in Moscow runs from July 5 to July 13, offering visitors a deep dive into Indian culture through masterclasses, traditional performances, and dance shows. Organized in collaboration with the Moscow Government and the Embassy...

I'm Still Working as an Independent Journalist in Russia. Here's What It's Like.
As I descended the steps of the plane that had landed in the southern resort town of Sochi, I saw an FSB officer standing in front of me. His face was covered with a balaclava and there was an automatic rifle slung over his shoulder. My pulse...

Rock Music Menu: Historic benefit concert Live Aid celebrates 40th anniversary
Over the Fourth of July weekend, the music world was set alight by two notable concerts held in the U.K. in front of tens of thousands of fans. The first was the Oasis reunion in Cardiff, Wales, with brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher reviving the...

Russia's MTS develops own network routers for internet management
Moscow based telecommunications provider MTS has announced its intention to replace network routers from foreign manufacturers with its own in-house developed systems. Global networking equipment providers have left Russia in droves since it moved...

With The End Of Poker Face Season 2, It's Time To Binge One Of The Best Shows On TV
While I occasionally work as a games critic and editor, my full-time job is telling people to watch Poker Face. Absolutely no one has heard of it, despite its being one of the best things on TV right now. So here I combine my roles into one....

Glen Michael, legend of Scottish TV, dies age 99
Glen Michael, the legendary children’s TV presenter, has died aged 99. For the best part of three decades, the English-born actor and entertainer hosted Cartoon Cavalcade on STV with the help of a talking tabletop lamp called Paladin. His show,...

Glen Michael dies aged 99 as tribute paid to Scottish TV legend
TV icon Glen Michael has passed away in his South Ayrshire home, aged 99. The star of Glen Michael’s Cartoon Cavalcade, a long-running Scottish television feature from the 1960s to 90s, died peacefully last night (Wednesday, July 9), STV has...
General : China, Russia Vow Stronger Strategic Coordination In Asia-Pacific, Back ASEAN’s Central Role
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Bernama) -- China has called for stronger strategic coordination with Russia to support an ASEAN-centred, open and inclusive regional cooperation framework in the Asia-Pacific, describing the region as a vital hub for growth...

General : Russia-ASEAN Partnership Strongly Contributes To Stability In Asia-Pacific
By Rohani Mohd Ibrahim KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Bernama) -- The Russia-ASEAN partnership plays a vital role in maintaining stability across the Asia-Pacific region, said Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. He noted that with the 35th...
US, Russia have exchanged new ideas for Ukraine peace talks: Rubio
WASHINGTON (NewsNation) — Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday announced the United States and Russia have exchanged new ideas for peace talks regarding the war in Ukraine after meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in...

Russian Airstrike Hits China Consulate in Odesa; Ukraine Investigation Reveals Chinese Drone Parts
Smoke rises after an attack by Russian army in Odesa, Ukraine, on April 3, 2022. Bulent Kilic/AFP via Getty Images The Chinese communist regime’s consulate in Odesa, Ukraine, was damaged again in a large-scale Russian airstrike. An investigation...
Soccer to F1, Russia stands to lose after invasion
'We could have gone home as long as there was security but instead we waited. Last night the explosions woke us up.' IMAGE: People protest against Russia's attack on Ukraine, outside the Dutch parliament in The Hague, Netherlands. Photograph:...

Today in Sports – Week Ahead, July 11 – July 17
July 15 1912 — Jim Thorpe wins the decathlon at the Stockholm Olympics and, in the closing ceremony, Sweden’s King… July 15 1912 — Jim Thorpe wins the decathlon at the Stockholm Olympics and, in the closing ceremony, Sweden’s King Gustav proclaims...

Slovakia blocks latest round of EU sanctions against Russia
Slovak diplomats have reportedly vetoed the latest 18th round of EU sanctions against Russia as the country seeks energy guarantees in connection with the EU’s phase-out of Russian fossil fuel imports. “The veto was reaffirmed during a meeting of...

Globetrotting musician to perform in Eureka
Bryan Bielanski, an acoustic rock ‘n’ roll singer-songwriter based in Charlotte, North Carolina, will perform July 22 at 6 p.m. at the Redwood Curtain Brewing Company, 1595 Myrtle Ave., Eureka. This globetrotting musician has been touring the U.S....
General : Mohamad, Lavrov Hold Talks To Enhance Malaysia-Russia Ties
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Russia explored ways to enhance cooperation during a bilateral meeting between Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan and his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov in Malaysia’s capital on Thursday....

Morgan Riddle interview: How tenniscore fashion took over Wimbledon and the world
THE ALL ENGLAND CLUB, LONDON — Morgan Riddle used to sit on Wimbledon’s “Henman Hill,” sipping Pimm’s and watching tennis on the big screens in peace. Now she can’t take a step at the All England Club without being recognized. “I wasn’t on social...

Why Trump Has Changed Tack With Russia and What’s Next
President Donald Trump (L) with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth during a cabinet meeting at the White House in Washington on July 8, 2025. Evan Vucci/AP Photo President Donald Trump has taken action against Russian leadership as Moscow continues to...