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Final Bell Rings for Russia’s High School Seniors

Fri, 25 May 2012 14:45:00 GMT

According to figures from the Russian Ministry of Education and Science, the final bell will ring for nearly 800,000 Russian high school graduates this year.

Seven Days in Photographs. May 18-25

Fri, 25 May 2012 14:28:43 GMT

President Vladimir Putin announces the new Cabinet, presidential elections in Serbia and Egypt – these and other events in RIA Novosti’s image gallery.

New Generation of Lions at Razgrad Zoo and Other Animal News

Fri, 25 May 2012 12:40:00 GMT

Celebrating Buddha’s birthday, a protest march against cruelty to animals and the birth of a rare Altaisky breed of horse – this and other news from the world of animals can be found in RIA Novosti’s photo gallery.

Lego Buckingham Palace and Members of the Royal Family

Fri, 25 May 2012 12:14:00 GMT

Legoland Windsor has prepared a ten-centimeter tall likeness of Queen Elizabeth II, complete with diamond incrusted crown, to mark the 60th anniversary of the Queen’s accession to the throne.

“Dalmatian” Horses in Altai Mountains

Thu, 24 May 2012 14:05:00 GMT

Ulagansky District farmers in the Altai Republic are reviving the ancient Altai tradition of breeding the legendary spotted horse of local legend.

The Kremlin cavalry at the Royal Windsor Horse Show

Thu, 24 May 2012 07:01:00 GMT

Around the World in 60 Years, and 90 Minutes was held at Windsor Castle outside London on May 10-13

Belarusian Soldiers Take Crimson Beret Qualification Exam

Thu, 24 May 2012 06:54:00 GMT

Commandos from the Belarusian Interior Troops took their Crimson Beret qualification exam near Volovshchina village in the republic’s Minsk District. A worthy contender must be able to go through fire and water.

Top 10 Eurovision Finalists

Wed, 23 May 2012 13:39:00 GMT

The first semi-final of Eurovision 2012 has taken place in Baku. The representatives of 10 countries made it through to the final, including Russia’s very own Buranovskiye Babushki, whose performance the entire audience sang along to. The top 10 finalists can be seen in this RIA Novosti photo gallery.

20th Anniversary Award Ceremony of the Benois de la Danse Prize in the Bolshoi Theater

Wed, 23 May 2012 13:30:00 GMT

The winners of the 20th anniversary of the international Benois de la Danse ballet prize have been announced at an award ceremony held on Tuesday on the main stage of the historical Bolshoi Theater.

Little Green Monkey at Rio de Janeiro Zoo

Wed, 23 May 2012 12:40:00 GMT

A two-month-old green / grivet monkey (Cercopithecus aethiops) named Lequinho, whose mother, unfortunately, died in childbirth, is being raised at the Rio de Janeiro Zoo. A team of veterinarians and biologists are taking care of the baby.

Chelsea Flower Show to Celebrate Anniversary of Elizabeth II’s Reign

Tue, 22 May 2012 14:49:00 GMT

This year, the annual Chelsea Flower Show, like many other events in Great Britain, is dedicated to the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign.

World’s Tallest Television Tower Tokyo Sky Tree

Tue, 22 May 2012 12:33:00 GMT

The world’s tallest television tower, Tokyo Sky Tree, was opened to the public on Tuesday in Tokyo, the capital of Japan.

Sedov to Circumnavigate World

Tue, 22 May 2012 10:40:00 GMT

The Russian barque Sedov, the largest sailing ship in the world, set off on its first round-the-world voyage from the Lieutenant Schmidt Embankment in St. Petersburg.

New Russian Cabinet

Mon, 21 May 2012 15:46:00 GMT

On May 21, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree on the make-up and structure of the new government.

Millions Watch ‘Ring of Fire’ Eclipse

Mon, 21 May 2012 13:44:00 GMT

Millions of people across eastern Asia as well as America’s West Coast turned their eyes skyward for this year’s first annular eclipse, a rare natural phenomenon.

Racing Through Mud and Fire: Bison Track Show 2012 Ends in Russia

Mon, 21 May 2012 13:38:00 GMT

The Bison Track Show 2012 in the Rostov Region attracted about 25,000 spectators. In all, 37 competitors were involved in the race. The winner managed to accelerate his tractor to 68 kph.

Russians Wins World Hockey Title

Mon, 21 May 2012 12:00:00 GMT

Russia trounced Slovakia 6-2 in Sunday's final to win the world hockey championships title for the fourth time in the modern era and the first time since 2009.

Rise of Machines and Wandering Artists: Moscow’s Museum Night event

Sun, 20 May 2012 10:57:00 GMT

The Night of Museums event held in Moscow on the night of May 19-20 offered Muscovites and Moscow guests an opportunity to visit virtually all of the Russian capital’s main museums and art galleries without any entrance fees, attend musical festivals, exhibitions, film shows, make walking tours of Moscow and take part in many other cultural events. In general, the event traditionally showed long lines of visitors but no frenzy.

How to Test a Car with a Monkey and Other Animal News

Fri, 18 May 2012 19:29:00 GMT

Newborns in the world’s zoos and test crash baboons: these and other animal news stories in this week’s photo album.

Six Days in Photographs, May 13 - 18, 2012

Fri, 18 May 2012 15:25:52 GMT

Inauguration of the new French president, the “festivities” of the opposition in Moscow, the beginning of Ratko Mladic’s trial and the opening of the 65th Cannes Film Festival - these and other events of the last week in RIA Novosti's image gallery.

Photo Tour with RIA Novosti: Recife, the Brazilian Venice

Fri, 18 May 2012 06:31:00 GMT

Recife is the capital of the state of Pernambuco, Brazil.

HeliRussia 2012 exhibition showcases helicopters from all over the world

Thu, 17 May 2012 18:34:00 GMT

The 5th international helicopter industry exhibition HeliRussia 2012 has kicked off at the Crocus Expo international exhibition center.

“Royal” opening of Cannes Film Festival

Thu, 17 May 2012 17:15:00 GMT

The 65th Cannes Film Festival kicked off on late Wednesday and will run through May 27.

Far Eastern Leopard Cub at French Zoo

Thu, 17 May 2012 14:40:00 GMT

A Far Eastern leopard cub lives at Mulhouse Zoo in north-eastern France. The cub is one of the rarest representatives of the Felidae family in the world. It was born in April 2012.

Celebration of 60th Anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's Ascent to the Throne

Thu, 17 May 2012 13:35:00 GMT

Festivities are being held in Great Britain to mark the 60th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's ascent to the throne.