2009 has been a tough year for Russian retailers with the economic downturn trimming demand. RT Business spoke with Anton Panteleyev, PR Manager at white good retailer, El Dorado, about the year and the outlook.

The character of the Russian people will advance modernization, President Medvedev said in a nationally televised interview, but some question who will carry the biggest burden.

2009 has been a tough year for Russian retailers with the economic downturn trimming demand for consumer items. RT Business spoke with Ludovic Holinier Board member of Auchan Russia, about the year and the outlook.

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The Mariinsky Theater is set to stage French composer Hector Berlioz

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President Dmitry Medvedev signed a decree on Thursday reforming the structure of the Interior Ministry of the Russian Federation.

Funny and touching watercolor characters are coming alive in short flicks brought to Moscow from Asia. Classics from Chinese national animation style are being presented in the 35mm movie club.

It is Christmas Eve, one of the most magical evenings for Christians around the world. And even though in Russia Orthodox believers mark the birth of Jesus Christ on January 7, there are many who are celebrating tonight.

Former colleagues at Bell Labs are now involved in a bitter row over who deserved this year