Here are questions that deserve some answers Nov 19, 2009
Obama voted against Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act, Bill S397 " Luke wrote on Nov 18, 2009 10:01 AM:" French president Sarkozy said Obama was "inexperienced and indecisive" and "was not up to the standard on decision making and efficiency" Russian behind the scenes president, Putin, said Obama "was a useful idiot". Venezuela and Cuba hates him but they hate everyone anyway. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Soprano family values Nov 12, 2009
The singer looks as dangerous as her song 'Russian Roulette. . (Yahoo News -- The Sopranos)
Jim Hillibish: Have a biz plan? Then you can shovel in the money on eBay Oct 30, 2009
A buddy fell hard for the Russian Army watches and only recently has recovered his common sense, but not his money. The deal was buy Russian Army surplus watches by the gross for $3 each and resell them on eBay for $30 each ... The Russian Army watches were made in Malaysia, where they have no concept of watch making. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Lots of Interest in London Oct 23, 2009
There are monthly specialist sales for things such as lighting, mirrors or rugs and Russian art sales are held three times a year. The atmosphere is casual, with people coming in and out, and bidding is brisk. (Time.com)
• Reclaiming tradition Oct 8, 2009
It was a time of transition for many communities; Alaska had recently been purchased from the Russians, in 1867, but the transformative influence of American missionaries, which would soon silence many aspects of traditional Native culture, had not yet taken hold ... Kodiak's Native people lost many of their traditions in the clash of cultures that followed the Russian conquest of the archipelago in 1784. (Juneau Empire)
Selma Koss Holtz; collector with a contagious love of art, people Sep 24, 2009
She was born in Auburn, Maine, daughter of Joseph Koss, a Russian immigrant who started out as a fruit peddler and worked his way to ownership of shoe factories in northern Maine. She graduated from Bates College with a major in English in 1955. (Boston Globe)
Papers carry cuts accusations Sep 20, 2009
Russian railway could threaten unique way of life. Egyptians break Ramadan fast to view soap operas. (BBC News -- UK)
• Events calendar Sep 4, 2009
Courtney Gilbert, curator of visual arts, traces the history of geometric abstraction from Russian constructivism in the 1920s to Op Art in the 1960s. 726-9491 or. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
'One Day You'll Understand' slowly reveals a wartime mystery Jul 24, 2009
Victor decides to get to the bottom of his family for himself, taking his wife (Emmanuelle Devos) to the village and home where Rivka s doomed Russian parents, the Gorniks, hid during the war. Suddenly, his mother s closed mouth and open mind make touching sense. (Boston Globe)
Antiques at Elm Bank Estate Jul 23, 2009
Displays inside and in tents along the paths and gardens feature Victorian furniture, estate jewelry, Russian icons, and more. Treasures will range from the 17th to the early-20th century. (Boston Globe)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Jul 12, 2009
Russian Roma face image problem. Mexico gunmen attack police bases. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
A winery that's far from stuffy Jun 16, 2009
It was Brother Cat, the host explained, a foursome of musicians who swing at wineries and clubs across the Dry Creek, Alexander, Russian River and Napa valleys ... Some 8,000 cases are produced in the winery directly behind the tasting room, of contracted grapes from Dry Creek Valley, Russian River Valley, the Sonoma Coast and Anderson Valley. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Brothers Bloom pours on too much charm May 13, 2009
The titular siblings are lifelong con men: Stephen (Mark Ruffalo), the elder, concocts con games of such depth and poetry that they are compared to Russian literature by Bloom (Adrien Brody), his accomplice and younger brother. Stephen claims his schemes are perfect because everyone comes out of it getting what they want, although Bloom is obviously left dissatisfied and lovelorn after a life of chicanery. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Bishops' mansion blessed with art Mar 14, 2009
It was filled with sacred works such as Russian icons, secular art and elegant furniture from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. Some of the pieces belonged to Bishop Wuerl; others were commissioned by his predecessors in the house or donated by prominent Catholics. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Athens Academy students explore China Mar 11, 2009
Jeff (Nordgren) had the misfortune of haggling with a guy, and in the end he realized that the man gave him his change in Russian money. He lost a few dollars in that 'scamalicious' deal. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Fur Rendezvous schedule Mar 1, 2009
Noon-5 p.m. -- Rondy Rail Fair Train Show, Russian Jack Springs Park, 5200 DeBarr Road Rd.. Noon-7 p.m. -- Pony Rides, Third Avenue and C Street, Post Office Mall Parking Lot. (Anchorage Daily News)
What's Happening Feb 26, 2009
"Swan Lake" performed by Russian National Ballet - 7:30 p.m., Hodgson Concert Hall, UGA Performing Arts Center, 230 River Road; the Russian National Ballet will present the full-length work of Petipa, the 19th century choreographer set to Tchaikovsky's score; $27-$32; (706) 542-1668 or www. uga. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Arctic cruise is harsh, inspiring Feb 19, 2009
It s a converted 108-passenger Russian research vessel with a Russian captain and crew, and comfort not luxury ... (I don t know what he saw because he was speaking Russian, but he was gesturing out the window animatedly with his binoculars, the universal sign for I saw something big. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Gates hoping for better relations with Russia Feb 19, 2009
"I am hopeful that with a new start that maybe there are some opportunities with the Russians that we can pursue," Gates said ... The era of good feeling that Obama carries globally could also smooth the way to a better partnership with Russia on Afghanistan and other issues, Gates suggested, although he said Russian behavior is still troubling ... "I think that the Russians are trying to have it both ways with respect to Afghanistan in terms of Manas," Gates said, referring to a strategic U.S.... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Debris falling in Texas, possibly from satellites Feb 17, 2009
The FAA notified pilots on Saturday to be aware of possible debris after a collision Tuesday between U.S. and Russian communication satellites. The chief of Russia's Mission Control says clouds of debris from the collision will circle Earth and threaten numerous satellites. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
European Space Agency hopes to clean up space junk Feb 17, 2009
The smashup happened 500 miles (800 kilometers) over Siberia and involved a derelict Russian spacecraft designed for military communications and a working satellite owned by U.S.-based Iridium, which served commercial customers as well as the U.S. Defense Department ... U.S. and Russian officials traded shots over who should be blamed for the collision that spewed speeding clouds of debris into space, threatening other unmanned spacecraft in nearby orbits ... Gen. Alexander Yakushin, chief of... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
SE fests for Jan. 16-18, beyond Feb 7, 2009
Miami "Russian Dreams ...," on exhibit through Feb. 8 at the Bass Museum of Art, presents the latest in Russian installation art, photography, video and painting. One highlight is Yuri Avvakumov's "Black Bone Mausoleum," an architectural sculpture built of 3,500 dominoes set with Swarovski crystals. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
