All stories for February, 2007

Soccer Team Faces Distractions Going Into Netherlands Friendly

Wednesday, February 7th, 2007

The Russian soccer coach Guus Hiddink and the Russian players may have some other things on their minds while preparing for their friendly match against the Dutch.
The timing of the match itself is not good, as the Russian season does not start until March 10th and the players have just started their pre-season fitness preparations. [...]

Category: Sports

Russia: No War in Outer Space

Tuesday, February 6th, 2007

The defense minister of Russia, Sergei Ivanov, has reiterated that Russia is completely opposed to the militarization of outer space. This is in response to the recent missile test that China performed last month, which destroyed a Chinese satellite.
He admitted that while China was not the first country that had used missiles in outer space, [...]

Category: Politics

Governor’s Cup in Samara Features Women and Men Athletes

Monday, February 5th, 2007

The 13th annual Governor’s Cup was held in Samara this past weekend, a Russian city on the Volga River. There were 100 athletes representing 12 countries competing in the track and field events.
Cuba had a strong showing in the male events, winning the top two spots in the triple jump and the Long Jump. In [...]

Category: Sports

Beautiful Russian Girls Wine and Dine and Have Their Nails Done

Sunday, February 4th, 2007

There is a “beauty lounge” called the Nail Room that provides the women of Moscow with a sophisticated environment to get their manicure and a good healthy meal in one stop. The 10 manicure tables offer 16 different types of nail treatments and is also a full bar and restaurant.
The second floor location [...]

Category: Business

Beautiful Russian Women Nuclear Workers Compete for Miss Atom 2007

Saturday, February 3rd, 2007

The Russian Nuclear Power industry is holding its 4th annual beauty competition to crown Miss Atom 2007. The nuclear power sector has invited female workers and students from Russia and the former Soviet Union to enter in the competition to determine the most radiant beauty in the industry.
Ilya Platonov, owner of the Nuclear Russia [...]

Category: Business