Thomas Cook Plans Venture Into Russia
25 November 2010 04:43
...its chief executive Manny Fontenla-Novoa expects these prospects to take even longer than the months taken to negotiate the Russian deal. Cyprus has become a popular destination for Russian holidaymakers He said: "We've been evaluating the Chinese market for...
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World Cup 2018: Russia Legacy All-Important
2 December 2010 06:33
...years' time. Putin did not travel to Zurich before the announcement Rumours suggested Putin 's initial no-show was because Russia knew it would win anyway. If so they were right to be confident. Russia has taken this bid very seriously, slowly attracting respect,...
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Palin Gaffe: 'North Korea Is A US Ally'
25 November 2010 09:58
...see Russia from land here in Alaska, from an island in Alaska." Fey, dressed as the politician, then jested: "I can see Russia from my house." Sarah Palin has made another gaffe Mrs Palin also mispronounced the word nuclear twice, during an interview, calling...
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Natalia Vodianova Talks To Harper's Bazaar
2 November 2010 12:44
...VodianovaNatalia Vodianova has been honoured for her work as a supermodel, mother and fundraiser. The gorgeous 28-year-old Russian is the cover star of this month's Harper's Bazaar and was named Inspiration Of The Year at last night's Woman Of The Year awards...
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2 December 2010 05:30
Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Igor Shuvalov (C-R) poses on stage with FIFA president Joseph Blatter (C) and members of the Russia 2018 bid committee after Russia was chosen to host the 2018 World Cup at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich on December 2, 2010. Russia was awarded the 2018 World Cup after an acrimonious bidding war marred by allegations of corruption and illegal deal-making.
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Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Igor Shuvalov (C-R) poses on stage with FIFA president Joseph Blatter (C) and members of the Russia 2018 bid committee after Russia was chosen to host the 2018 World Cup at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich on December 2, 2010. Russia was awarded the 2018 World Cup after an acrimonious bidding war marred by allegations of corruption and illegal deal-making.
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Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Igor Shuvalov (front-R) poses on stage with FIFA president Joseph Blatter (C), Russian Sports Minister Vitaly Mutko (C-L) and other members of the Russia 2018 bid committee including pole vault champion Yelena Isinbayeva (L) and national football team captain Andrey Arshavin (back-L) after Russia was chosen to host the 2018 World Cup at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich on December 2, 2010. Russia was awarded the 2018 World Cup after an acrimonious bidding war marred by allegations of corruption and illegal deal-making.
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Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Igor Shuvalov (front-R) poses on stage with FIFA president Joseph Blatter (C), Russian Sports Minister Vitaly Mutko (C-L) and other members of the Russia 2018 bid committee including pole vault champion Yelena Isinbayeva (L) and national football team captain Andrey Arshavin (back-L) after Russia was chosen to host the 2018 World Cup at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich on December 2, 2010. Russia was awarded the 2018 World Cup after an acrimonious bidding war marred by allegations of corruption and illegal deal-making.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Ekaterina Bobrova and Dmitri Soloviev of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Ekaterina Bobrova and Dmitri Soloviev of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Kristina Gorshkova and Vitali Butikov of Russia compete in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 19: Elena Ilinykh and Nikita Katsalapov of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Short Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 19, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 19: Kristina Gorshakova and Vitali Butikov of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Short Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 19, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 19: Elena Ilinykh and Nikita Katsalapov of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Short Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 19, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Ekaterina Bobrova and Dmitri Soloviev of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Ekaterina Bobrova and Dmitri Soloviev of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Kristina Gorshkova and Vitali Butikov of Russia compete in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Ekaterina Bobrova and Dmitri Soloviev of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Kristina Gorshkova and Vitali Butikov of Russia compete in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Kristina Gorshkova and Vitali Butikov of Russia compete in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Ekaterina Bobrova and Dmitri Soloviev of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 19: Kristina Gorshakova and Vitali Butikov of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Short Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 19, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 19: Kristina Gorshakova and Vitali Butikov of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Short Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 19, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Ekaterina Bobrova and Dmitri Soloviev of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Ekaterina Bobrova and Dmitri Soloviev of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Ekaterina Bobrova and Dmitri Soloviev of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Kristina Gorshkova and Vitali Butikov of Russia compete in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Kristina Gorshkova and Vitali Butikov of Russia compete in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 19: Kristina Gorshakova and Vitali Butikov of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Short Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 19, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Ekaterina Bobrova and Dmitri Soloviev of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Kristina Gorshkova and Vitali Butikov of Russia compete in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 19: Kristina Gorshakova and Vitali Butikov of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Short Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 19, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 19: Kristina Gorshakova and Vitali Butikov of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Short Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 19, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Ekaterina Bobrova and Dmitri Soloviev of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Ekaterina Bobrova and Dmitri Soloviev of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Kristina Gorshkova and Vitali Butikov of Russia compete in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 19: Kristina Gorshakova and Vitali Butikov of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Short Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 19, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 19: Elena Ilinykh and Nikita Katsalapov of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Short Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 19, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 19: Elena Ilinykh and Nikita Katsalapov of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Short Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 19, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 19: Kristina Gorshakova and Vitali Butikov of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Short Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 19, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Ekaterina Bobrova and Dmitri Soloviev of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Ekaterina Bobrova and Dmitri Soloviev of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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MOSCOW, RUSSIA - NOVEMBER 20: Ekaterina Bobrova and Dmitri Soloviev of Russia competes in the Ice Dance Free Dance during of the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2010/2011 Cup of Russia at Megasport Sport Palace on November 20, 2010 in Moscow, Russia.
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Russia's Roman Shirokov (2nd L) celebrates with team-mate Alan Dzagoev (L) after scoring Russia's third goal during the Euro 2012, Group B qualifying football match between Republic of Ireland and Russia at Aviva Stadium, Dublin, Republic of Ireland on October 8, 2010.
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Russia's Prime Minister Vladimir Putin arrives at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich on December 2, 2010 to give a press conference after Russia was chosen to host the 2018 World Cup. Russia was awarded the 2018 World Cup, and Qatar the 2022 World Cup, after an acrimonious bidding war marred by allegations of corruption and illegal deal-making.
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Russia's Prime Minister Vladimir Putin arrives at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich on December 2, 2010 to give a press conference after Russia was chosen to host the 2018 World Cup. Russia was awarded the 2018 World Cup, and Qatar the 2022 World Cup, after an acrimonious bidding war marred by allegations of corruption and illegal deal-making.
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Russia's Prime Minister Vladimir Putin gestures during a press conference at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich on December 2, 2010 after Russia was chosen to host the 2018 World Cup. Russia was awarded the 2018 World Cup, and Qatar the 2022 World Cup, after an acrimonious bidding war marred by allegations of corruption and illegal deal-making.
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Russia's Prime Minister Vladimir Putin gestures during a press conference at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich on December 2, 2010 after Russia was chosen to host the 2018 World Cup. Russia was awarded the 2018 World Cup, and Qatar the 2022 World Cup, after an acrimonious bidding war marred by allegations of corruption and illegal deal-making.
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Russia's Prime Minister Vladimir Putin speaks during a press conference at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich on December 2, 2010 after Russia was chosen to host the 2018 World Cup. Russia was awarded the 2018 World Cup, and Qatar the 2022 World Cup, after an acrimonious bidding war marred by allegations of corruption and illegal deal-making.
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Russia's Patriarch Kirill (L) talks to Russia's Chief Rabbi Berl Lazar during a ceremony to inaugurate new Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin (unseen) in Moscow on October 21, 2010. Moscow's legislature rubber-stamped the Kremlin's choice of a new mayor today, formally approving Prime Minister Vladimir Putin's longtime chief of staff Sergei Sobyanin to head Russia's capital. Sobyanin, Putin's former chief of staff, was named mayor after a vote in Moscow's local parliament that was a mere formality with only the marginalised former Communists voting against.
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Tatiana Kosheleva (R) of Russia hugs her teammate Maria Borodakova (L) Tatiana Kosheleva (L) of Russia as they celebrate victory over Poland during their Pool E second round match at the World Women's Volleyball Championship in Tokyo on November 7, 2010. Russia defeated Poland 25-17, 25-21, 33-31.
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Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Igor Shuvalov addresses the audience as he holds the World Cup trophy after Russia was chosen to host the 2018 World Cup at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich on December 2, 2010. Russia was awarded the 2018 World Cup after an acrimonious bidding war marred by allegations of corruption and illegal deal-making.
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Audience members react as Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Igor Shuvalov (R) holds the World Cup trophy after Russia was chosen to host the 2018 World Cup at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich on December 2, 2010. Russia was awarded the 2018 World Cup after an acrimonious bidding war marred by allegations of corruption and illegal deal-making.
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Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Igor Shuvalov addresses the audience as he holds the World Cup trophy after Russia was chosen to host the 2018 World Cup at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich on December 2, 2010. Russia was awarded the 2018 World Cup after an acrimonious bidding war marred by allegations of corruption and illegal deal-making.
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Russia's Andrey Arshavin (L) and team-mate Igor Denisov (R) celebrate after the final whistle of the Euro 2012, Group B qualifying football match between Republic of Ireland and Russia at Aviva Stadium, Dublin, Republic of Ireland on October 8, 2010. Russia won the match 2-3.
