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Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin named his new Cabinet on Monday, bringing in loyalists from the Kremlin in what was seen as an effort to shift the center of power to his new place of work. >>
His Democratic Party, which supports stronger Western ties, defeats nationalist rivals in early returns, although outrage over Kosovo had given a boost to ultranationalism. >>
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Land grabs, shady investment and administrative finger-pointing draw grass-roots protest in Ukraine's ancient capital. >>
Even Rodin went to Credit Municipal of Paris, also known as 'auntie,' when he was down on his luck. And as times get tougher, the institution has begun accepting wine. >>
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The 15-year-old wunderkind designer throws in her lot on Robertson Boulevard with a new shop. >>
Emergency officials say a carousel jumped off its track and slammed into a pole in eastern Ukraine, killing two people and injuring eight. >>
Emine Yaman was paralyzed after she was shot by her husband. Her case shows how the law has yet to overcome ingrained traditions. >>
Emine Yaman was paralyzed after she was shot by her husband. Her case shows how the law has yet to overcome ingrained traditions. >>
World's automakers race to supply sought-after vehicles for the country's growing middle class. >>
But both sides disagree on the terms of the pact. Baghdad government begins offensive in Mosul to root out Sunni Arab militants. >>
World's automakers race to supply sought-after vehicles for the country's growing middle class. >>
WORLD CINEMA
The French director released the film under a pseudonym to keep the focus on the work, not on him. >>
PORTFOLIO
Dark images and even darker behavior is the hallmark of the pop-music subculture. Click here for a photo gallery. >>
As the country faces uncertain political times, an old-style military parade through Red Square is intended as a show of muscle. >>
ENTERTAINMENT
Pink TV's owner sees his country as the next great destination for foreign film projects. >>
Great tits adjust their breeding season so that chicks hatch when winter moth caterpillars -- their main food source -- are most plentiful, long-term research shows. >>
Military sources said that at least 20 Kurdish separatists and two Turkish soldiers were killed after militants of the Kurdistan Workers Party, or PKK, attacked a military base in southeastern Turkey on Friday. >>
The now ex-president is expected to have an enhanced role as premier, and some wonder who will wield the real power in the Kremlin. >>
Eight Western states on Thursday rejected a company's plan to ship tons of radioactive waste from Italy for disposal in Utah, saying importing foreign loads would violate the group's rules. >>
Spain formally laid claim Thursday to a shipwreck that yielded a $500-million treasure, saying it has proof the vessel was Spanish. >>
Best Buy Co., the largest U.S. consumer electronics chain, has moved into Europe with a $2.1-billion investment in the continent's largest cellphone retailer, the companies announced Thursday. >>
The nation's new chief nominates his mentor and predecessor, Vladimir Putin, for prime minister. Many believe Putin will remain in control. >>
BOOK NEWS
Anti-Israel groups say Italy's decision to honor Israeli writers ignores Palestinians' plight. >>
U.S. prosecutors announced an indictment against a Russian arms dealer who they say tried to sell weapons to a U.S.-designated terrorist organization with the goal of killing Americans. >>
FRANCE | PARIS
If springtime in Paris isn't going to work for you this year, rent a movie and pretend -- until you can book a flight and go. Here are my Top 10 picks for films that best show off the French capital. >>
BOOK REVIEW
The subtle historian excels on 20th century European intellectuals but trips in polemics on Israel. >>
Norway's Think Global will begin selling its inexpensive, eco-friendly vehicles in the U.S. next year. >>
The Washington, D.C., facility goes from Barbizon School to Impressionism in 'In the Forest of Fontainebleau: Painters and Photographers from Corot to Monet.' >>
MUSIC REVIEW
Conductor Dutoit and pianist Thibaudet add a flashy solo turn on Grieg concerto. >>
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