NATO asks Russia for helicopters for Afghanistan

S. Mironov expressed condolences to the family and friends of the famous economist E. Gaidar.

Yegor Timurovich Gaidar (biography)

E. Kokoity: The independence of South Ossetia is recognized by 10 more states

The Federation Council approved a law on a reduced amount of co-financing for major repairs by regions.

The Federation Council approved a law changing the procedure for appointing governors.

Metals: market in confusion

Severstal resumed operations at the Yorkville steel plant in the United States.

The SKP will conduct an investigation into the death of V. Turchinsky

The Japanese market closed with the Nikkei rising to a 7-week high

Forecasters predict severe frosts in the Leningrad region

An Infiniti car worth 2.2 million rubles was stolen in the Vyborg district of St. Petersburg.

In St. Petersburg, three people were injured as a result of an explosion in a car, including a child.

In St. Petersburg, following inspections by the Ministry of Emergency Situations, materials on the suspension of the activities of 25 night establishments were sent to the courts.

NWT paid dividends based on the results of 2008. for a total amount of 839.2 million rubles.