Putin says in New Year address that Russia will 'move forward' in 2025
Putin paid tribute to Russian soldiers fighting in the war in Ukraine, describing them as "true heroes", but did not refer in detail to the state of the conflict.
Wed Jan 01 2025
Russia warns the United States on possible nuclear testing under Trump
Russia warned Trumps incoming administration of possible nuclear testing steps over the latter's stance on the issue.
Fri Dec 27 2024
Sri Lankan President expresses interest in joining BRICS in letter to Putin
Sri Lankan President Anura Dissanayake expressed interest in joining BRICS in a letter sent to Russian President Vladimir Putin in October.
Thu Dec 26 2024
Putin says Russia is ready to compromise with Trump on Ukraine war
Putin says Russia is ready to negotiate with anyone, including Zelenskiy, and has no conditions to start talks with Ukraine.
Fri Dec 20 2024
The west is already at war with Russia. And large-scale conflict may not be far off
Vladimir Putin has five main reasons for being on a war footing and seeing Russia as in a conflict with the west.
Thu Dec 12 2024
[COLUMNIST] Russia and Islamic world’s promising shared future
Russia has shown how to bring together thinkers from different generations and various nations and civilizations.
Tue Dec 10 2024
Putin denies he tried to frighten Merkel with dog Koni
Angela Merkel wrote in her new memoir "Freedom" that, Vladimir Putin sometimes brought the pet to meetings with foreign guests.
Fri Nov 29 2024
Putin says Russia would use all weapons at its disposal if Ukraine got nuclear weapons
Vladimir Putin says that Russia would use all weapons at its disposal against Ukraine if Kyiv were to acquire nuclear arms.
Fri Nov 29 2024
Ukraine, marking 1,000 days of Russian invasion, eyes end to war next year
Thousands of Ukrainian citizens have died, over 6 mln live as refugees abroad and population has fallen by a quarter since Russian invasion.
Tue Nov 19 2024
Kremlin says reports that Trump and Putin have spoken are 'pure fiction'
The Kremlin says Vladimir Putin had no concrete plans yet to speak to Donald Trump.
Mon Nov 11 2024
Trump, Putin speak as Biden plans to lobby Trump to stick with Ukraine
Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin and advised him not to escalate the Ukraine war, a source says.
Mon Nov 11 2024
Grand bargain with Putin? Confrontation with China? Three ways Trump may change America’s place in the world
Donald Trump can now claim a sweeping mandate to implement his agenda, both foreign and domestic.
Sat Nov 09 2024
Putin says Ukraine must remain neutral for there to be peace
Vladimir Putin says the borders of Ukraine should be in accordance with the wishes of the people living in Russian-claimed territory.
Fri Nov 08 2024
List of BRICS partner countries agreed, Putin says
Establishment of a new category of partner countries has become a significant conclusion of the Kazan Summit, says Vladimir Putin.
Wed Nov 06 2024
ANALYSIS - Spurred by shared grievances, BRICS gathers pace
The BRICS club of emerging economies may be a long way from rivalling the IMF or challenging US dollar dominance.
Sat Oct 26 2024
Younger workers more likely to suffer burnout as generation gap grows
There's a need to rebuild bridges and open up conversations on changing attitudes and expectations around work, says Brian Dow.
Sun Jan 19 2025
INSIGHT - How bond vigilantes could check Trump's power
As Donald Trump takes office on January 20, concerns over bond vigilantes in the US have resurfaced, according to several market experts.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Trump look-alike sings to sell pudding in Pakistan
A food vendor who locals say bears an uncanny resemblance to US President-elect Donald Trump gets more business and attention than others.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Tokyo museum offers visitors 'flashback' to defunct technology
From Betacam videotapes to floppy disks and vintage Sony devices, the museum is a showcase for old cameras and telecom equipment.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Australian scientists discover bigger species of deadly funnel web spiders
Sscientists say, the "Big Boy" would be classified as a separate species of funnel-web spider.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Biden or Trump can still rescue TikTok; here's how
So how could Trump or Biden prevent TikTok from going dark?
Sat Jan 18 2025
Africa's youth protests: A storm brewing for 2025?
Africa sees a wave of youth-led protests fuelled by frustrations over rampant corruption, poor governance, high living costs, unemployment.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Rocking the cradle: Embracing pregnancy after 40
Age is no longer a barrier for Malaysian women to embrace motherhood, thanks to advancements in fertility treatments.
Sat Jan 18 2025
The big DC mystery: Where will Trump and his circle hang out?
For four years, the bar at Trump International Hotel in downtown Washington was the place to be seen for Donald Trump's circle of allies.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Thai resort island Phuket grapples with growing garbage crisis
By the end of year, the island could be producing up to 1,400 tonnes of trash a day, overwhelming its sole landfill, deputy mayor says.
Sat Jan 18 2025