Russia’s 200 wealthiest worth some half trillion dollars – Forbes list


JNN 21 April 2012 Moscow : Russian metals mogul Alisher Usmanov has become the richest person in Russia thanks to a shrewd investment in Facebook, according to the Forbes list of 200 wealthiest people in the country. Continue reading

Tearful Putin claims victory 3rd time in Russian Presidential election


 JNN 03 Mar 2012 Moscow : Vladimir Putin claimed victory in Russia’s presidential election Sunday and, tears rolling down his cheeks, said it was a historical turning point that had prevented the country falling into the hands of enemies trying to usurp power. Continue reading