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Russian rocket carries U.S. astronaut for pay
Jeremy Hobson Jul 16, 2012
Yesterday the Russian Soyuz spacecraft launched and is now on its way to the International Space Station. Since retiring their own shuttle program, NASA has been paying Russia millions of dollars to get astronauts into space.
Russia could pass controversial Internet bill
Peter van Dyk Jul 11, 2012
If you load the Russian version of Wikipedia today, you'll find a big pink bar across the top. And the site shut itself down completely yesterday to protest an Internet bill that looks likely to pass the Russian parliament. Human rights groups are also up in arms.
Russian lecturer forces students to take 23-hour exam
Sarah Gardner Jul 5, 2012
And you thought the SATs were exhausting.
A new treaty could cost you Skype, freedom or both
John Moe Jun 25, 2012
Russia and the United States not seeing eye-to-eye on global agreement.
Russian ship with helicopters for Syria turns around
Jeff Horwich Jun 20, 2012
The U.S. and Europe are focused on diplomacy and sanctions to stem violence in Syria -- and perhaps force the current regime from power. One problem is Russia's alleged supply of arms to the government there. But Western diplomats have discovered a vulnerability: every weapons-carrying ship has to carry insurance.
Russian conference is big business showcase
Peter van Dyk Jun 20, 2012
On the eve of the annual St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, some small businesses complain that they feel left out in the cold.
Chesapeake shareholders want more answers, action
Scott Tong Jun 8, 2012
After the CEO of Chesapeake Energy was drilled by allegations of impropriety, angry shareholders are demanding change.
Exxon evaluates exporting natural gas
David Gura Jun 5, 2012
Exxon Mobil is looking to export natural gas to Europe and maybe Asia. CEO Rex Tillerson believes gas could surpass demand for coal worldwide by 2025.
Putin visits China to discuss partnership
Peter van Dyk Jun 5, 2012
Russia's President Putin is in China today to meet with Chinese President Hu Jintao about oil, natural gas, and a potential economic investment partnership.
What's the 'fracking' problem? May be its name
Kate Archer Kent May 30, 2012
A new survey suggests “fracking” terminology may need an image overhaul.
