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ExxonMobil to team up with Russian oil company

Apr 17, 2012
ExxonMobil has sealed a landmark deal with Russia's state oil producer. Exxon CEO Rex Tillerson was in Moscow to announce the deal, which gives the U.S. oil giant access to Russia's vast oil fields.

What does Putin want out of Russia?

Mar 8, 2012
Moscow journalist Masha Gessen discusses the reelection of Vladimir Putin and what it means for the people of Russia.

News Corp. faces new Russia bribery scandal

Mar 7, 2012
The FBI is investigating a former subsidiary of News Corp. suspected of bribing Russian officials.

Can Russian billionaire Prokhorov beat Putin?

Mar 2, 2012
Russians will soon vote in the country's sixth presidential election. How has the campaign of New Jersey Nets owner Mikhail Prokhorov gone?

In Russia, traffic jams are a little different

Feb 8, 2012
Traffic jams are a nightmare in Russia. But for some high ranking officials, breaking free is as simple as turning on a light.

The costs of the anti-Putin protests

Feb 6, 2012
Ten of thousands of demonstrators braved Arctic temperatures in Moscow to attend competing rallies - one in favor, the other against - Prime Minister Vladmir Putin's campaign to regain the presidency of Russia.

U.S. businesses still profit despite new unrest in Russia

Dec 26, 2011
20 years ago yesterday, the Soviet Union became Russia, and U.S. businesses have been profiting ever since

For public good, not for profit.

Russia gets invitation to join WTO

Dec 15, 2011
After years of bickering over terms, Russia is getting an invitation to join the World Trade Organization. WTO ministers start a three day meeting in Geneva today.

PODCAST: Six months of rising sales, raising a glass of bubbly

Dec 13, 2011
The Federal Reserve officials meet today to discuss the slow domestic recovery, the ongoing crisis in Europe, and a plan for better communication surrounding its actions. In Russia, billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov announced he will run for president against Vladimir Putin in next spring's elections. Wall Street types can expect smaller bonuses this year, but many are thankful to just have a job.
Black Friday sales helped bolster the retail numbers, which went up for the sixth month in a row.
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In midst of protests, Russian billionaire announces bid for presidency

Dec 13, 2011
Russian citizens have been protesting against corruption in their country. Now, billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov is running against Vladimir Putin in the upcoming elections.